Swimming pool cleaning robot with display device

Abstract

The utility model provides a swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device. The swimming pool cleaning robot with the display device comprises a cleaning part and a display part, wherein the cleaning part is used for cleaning a swimming pool; the detection device is arranged in the cleaning part, and the detection device is used for detecting state information of the cleaning part; the display device is electrically connected with the detection device, the display device is used for displaying at least one piece of state information of the cleaning part, and the state information comprises self-operation state information of the cleaning part and / or man-machine interaction state information. The swimming pool cleaning robot can display state information so as to facilitate checking.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The embodiments of the present application relate to the technical field of cleaning devices, and in particular to a swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device. Background Art

[0002] A pool cleaning robot was developed to facilitate pool cleaning and save manpower. It can repeatedly clean the pool bottom and walls, as well as filter the water. During operation, the pool cleaning robot moves via its drive wheels and uses a roller brush to remove contaminants.

[0003] Since the pool cleaning robot works underwater and takes a long time to complete a cleaning task, the user cannot understand the status information of the pool cleaning robot during the operation. When the pool cleaning robot malfunctions, the user cannot be informed in time, resulting in reduced operating reliability of the pool cleaning robot, or damage to the pool cleaning robot due to failure to eliminate the fault in time. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve the above problems, an embodiment of the present application provides a swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device to at least partially solve the above problems.

[0005] One or more embodiments of the present application provide a pool cleaning robot with a display device, comprising: a cleaning unit for cleaning a pool; a detection device disposed within the cleaning unit and configured to detect status information of the cleaning unit; and a display device electrically connected to the detection device and configured to display at least one status information of the cleaning unit, the status information including self-operation status information of the cleaning unit and / or human-machine interaction status information.

[0006] Optionally, the cleaning part includes at least a first shell and a filtering structure, the first shell has a water inlet and a water outlet, the filtering structure is arranged between the water inlet and the water outlet, and is used to filter pollutants in the water entering from the water inlet, and the water outlet is used to allow the filtered water to flow out.

[0007] Optionally, the cleaning unit also includes a sealed cabin, the sealed cabin includes a sealed shell, the sealed shell is arranged in the first shell, and the detection device is arranged in the sealed shell; a water pump motor is also arranged in the sealed shell, the output shaft of the water pump motor extends out of the sealed shell, and an impeller is arranged on the output shaft of the water pump motor, the impeller is used to drive the water flow, the detection device is connected to the water pump motor, and detects the current of the water pump motor, the current is used to indicate the degree of blockage of the filtering structure, and the current is used as one of the self-operating status information of the cleaning unit.

[0008] Optionally, a battery is further provided in the sealed housing, the detection device is connected to the battery, and detects the remaining power of the battery as one of the status information of the self-operation.

[0009] Optionally, a driving mechanism is connected to the first shell, and a driving motor is also provided in the sealed cabin. The output shaft of the driving motor extends out of the sealed shell and is connected to the driving mechanism to drive the driving mechanism to move. The detection device is connected to the driving motor and detects the rotation speed and / or rotation angle of the driving motor as one or more of the self-operating status information of the cleaning part.

[0010] Optionally, an encoder is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor, the detection device is connected to the encoder, and determines the rotation speed and / or rotation angle of the drive motor as one or more of the self-operating status information of the cleaning part according to the encoded signal output by the encoder.

[0011] Optionally, the display device includes at least one display unit, and the display unit is used to display at least one status information.

[0012] Optionally, the display device has at least one display unit, and the display unit includes a first display part and a second display part. The first display part and the second display part can collaboratively display a status information, or the first display part and the second display part are used to simultaneously display different status information.

[0013] Optionally, the first display unit includes a plurality of display lights, which are arranged on the cleaning unit and electrically connected to the detection device, and adjust at least one of the brightness and color of each display light according to the signal received from the detection device to display corresponding status information.

[0014] Optionally, the display unit further includes a display screen, which is disposed on the cleaning portion, or is disposed outside the swimming pool independently of the cleaning portion, and is communicatively connected to the detection device.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present application, a detection device is provided within a cleaning unit. The detection device is configured to detect status information of the cleaning unit, including status information of the cleaning unit's self-operation and / or status information of human-machine interaction. A display device is electrically connected to the detection device and configured to display at least one status information of the cleaning unit for convenient viewing by a user, thereby enabling the user to promptly understand the status of the pool cleaning robot and to promptly adjust the pool cleaning robot or address any malfunctions. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The following drawings are only intended to illustrate and explain the present application and do not limit the scope of the present application.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a three-dimensional exploded structure of a swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to the present application;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of a swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to the present application;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a partial front view structural diagram of a display device of a swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to the present application;

[0020] Description of reference numerals:

[0021] 10. Cleaning unit; 11. First shell; 111. Water inlet; 112. Water outlet; 12. Filter structure; 13. Sealed cabin; 131. Sealed shell; 132. Water pump motor; 133. Impeller; 22. Driving wheel; 23. Driven wheel; 30. Display device; 31. First display unit; 311. Display light; 32. Second display unit; 40. Driving mechanism. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] In order to have a clearer understanding of the technical features, purposes and effects of the embodiments of the present application, the specific implementation methods of the embodiments of the present application are now described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] In this document, “illustrative” means “serving as an example, instance or illustration”, and any diagram or implementation described in this document as “illustrative” should not be interpreted as a more preferred or more advantageous technical solution.

[0024] To simplify the drawings, only the parts related to the present application are schematically shown in each figure, and they do not represent the actual structure of the product. In addition, to simplify the drawings and facilitate understanding, in some figures, only one or more components with the same structure or function are schematically shown, or only one or more are labeled.

[0025] The present application provides a swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device, hereinafter referred to as the swimming pool cleaning robot. For the sake of clarity, the structure and working process of the swimming pool cleaning robot are briefly described first:

[0026] The swimming pool cleaning robot includes a cleaning unit 10 , a detection device and a display device 30 .

[0027] The cleaning unit 10 is used to clean the swimming pool. Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the cleaning portion 10 includes at least a first shell 11, a filtering structure 12 and a driving mechanism. The first shell 11 has a water inlet 111 and a water outlet 112. The filtering structure 12 is arranged between the water inlet 111 and the water outlet 112, and is used to filter pollutants in the water entering from the water inlet 111. The water outlet 112 is used for the filtered water to flow out.

[0028] The filter structure 12 can be a filter basket, and the filter basket cover is arranged on the water inlet 111 to ensure that the water and pollutants entering the first shell 11 must be filtered by the filter basket. This ensures the cleaning effect and can also prevent pollutants from bypassing the filter basket and remaining in the first shell 11, causing damage to other components of the pool cleaning robot.

[0029] In order to prevent water or pollutants from leaking from the water inlet 111 , a one-way valve is provided on the water inlet 111 so that water and pollutants can enter the water inlet 111 but cannot flow out.

[0030] In addition to the filtration structure 12, a sealed cabin 13 is also located within the first housing 11. This cabin is used to house and protect the pool cleaning robot's electrical components. The sealed cabin 13 includes a sealed housing 131, a water pump motor 132, a drive motor, and a battery. The sealed housing 131 is located within the first housing 11, and the battery is housed within the sealed housing 131 to power the water pump motor 132, the drive motor, and the detection device.

[0031] The water pump motor 132 is disposed in the sealed housing 131 , and an output shaft of the water pump motor 132 extends out of the sealed housing 131 , and an impeller 133 is disposed thereon, and the impeller 133 is used to drive water to flow.

[0032] The drive motor is used to drive the drive mechanism mounted on the first housing 11 to move it, thereby driving the pool cleaning robot within the pool. The drive mechanism includes a drive wheel 22, a driven wheel 23, and a track (not shown). The drive wheel 22 is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor and rotates under its drive. The rotation of the drive wheel 22 drives the driven wheel 23 via the track.

[0033] A detection device is disposed within the cleaning unit 10 and is configured to detect status information of the cleaning unit 10, including status information regarding autonomous operation and / or human-machine interaction. A display device 30 is electrically connected to the detection device and is configured to display at least one status information of the cleaning unit 10 for user convenience, thereby enabling the user to promptly monitor the status of the pool cleaning robot and adjust the robot or address any malfunctions.

[0034] For example, the detection device is connected to the water pump motor 132 and detects the current of the water pump motor 132. The current is used to indicate the degree of clogging of the filter structure 12, and the current is used as one of the status information of the self-operation of the cleaning unit 10. In this way, the display device 30 can display the degree of clogging of the filter structure 12, so that when the degree of clogging of the filter structure 12 is too high, the user can replace the filter structure 12 in time to ensure the cleaning effect.

[0035] For another example, the detection device is connected to the battery and detects the remaining battery power as one of the self-operating status information. In this way, the display device 30 can display the battery power so that the user can promptly know that the remaining battery power is low and control the pool cleaning robot to quickly patrol the edge and dock or return for charging, so as to avoid the pool cleaning robot being stuck in the pool due to low power.

[0036] For another example, the detection device is connected to the drive motor and detects the rotation speed and / or rotation angle of the drive motor as one or more of the self-operation status information of the cleaning unit 10. The display device 30 can receive the rotation speed and / or rotation angle from the detection device and then display them. The user can determine the movement speed of the pool cleaning robot based on the rotation speed, and then determine the cleaning mode of the pool cleaning robot based on the rotation speed. For example, the fast cleaning mode, the fine cleaning mode, etc. The rotation angle of the drive motor can indicate the rotation angle of the pool cleaning robot.

[0037] Optionally, in order to facilitate the detection device to detect the rotation speed and / or rotation angle, an encoder is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor, and the detection device is connected to the encoder and determines the rotation speed and / or rotation angle of the drive motor as one or more of the state information of the self-operation of the cleaning unit 10 based on the coded signal output by the encoder. The encoder can accurately detect the rotation angle and / or rotation speed of the drive motor, which is more reliable.

[0038] In addition to the aforementioned status information, the pool cleaning robot's autonomous operation status information may also include at least one of normal operating status information, fault status information, and component status information. Normal operating status information indicates that the pool cleaning robot is in a normal state during each operational phase. For example, the normal operating status information may indicate that the pool cleaning robot is in a normal power-on state, self-test state, shutdown state, travel state, cleaning state, obstacle avoidance state, pull-over state, and return state.

[0039] The fault status information is used to indicate that the pool cleaning robot is in a fault state at each stage of operation. For example, the fault status information can indicate that the pool cleaning robot has an abnormal power-on state, an abnormal self-test state, an abnormal power-off state, an abnormal traveling state, an abnormal cleaning state, an abnormal obstacle avoidance state, an abnormal pulling-towards state, an abnormal return state, etc.

[0040] The aforementioned battery power, rotation speed, rotation angle, current of the water pump motor, etc. may belong to component status information, but the component status information is not limited thereto.

[0041] In addition to detecting the aforementioned status information of the pool cleaning robot's autonomous operation, the detection device can also detect status information related to human-machine interaction. This human-machine interaction status information may include, but is not limited to, status information obtained by the detection device from detecting the cleaning unit based on information commands input by the user. User-input information commands may include two types of information: one is information the user wishes to query, such as cleaning progress and battery level. For example, if a user inputs a command to display the battery level, the pool cleaning robot can obtain the battery level through the detection device and then display the battery level on the display device.

[0042] The other is status information that responds based on user input operations. For example, when the user inputs an operation to switch the cleaning mode, the pool cleaning robot switches the cleaning mode according to the user's operation. At the same time, the detection device detects that the pool cleaning robot has switched the cleaning mode. The detected switched cleaning mode is used as the status information of the human-computer interaction, and the display device 30 displays the status information of the human-computer interaction.

[0043] In order to facilitate the reception of information instructions input by the user, the pool cleaning robot may further include a receiving device, which is electrically connected to the detection device. The receiving device receives the information instructions input by the user, and the detection device performs detection according to the information instructions, and then displays the information through the display device 30, so as to enable the user to obtain status information of the human-computer interaction.

[0044] Optionally, for ease of display, the display device 30 includes at least one display unit configured to display at least one status information. For example, the display unit may be a light strip that may display one status information or two or more status information simultaneously.

[0045] For example, in one feasible embodiment, the display unit includes a first display portion 31 and a second display portion 32, and the first display portion 31 and the second display portion 32 can collaboratively display a status information. For example, the first display portion 31 includes a plurality of display lights 311, which are arranged on the cleaning portion 10 and are electrically connected to the detection device, and adjust at least one of the brightness and color of each display light 311 according to the signal received from the detection device to display the corresponding status information. The first display portion 31 and the second display portion 32 can be two logically divided parts, and the two parts can collaboratively display the same status information. For example, the first display portion 31 and the second display portion 32 together display the battery power.

[0046] like Figure 3As shown, in one feasible embodiment, the first display portion 31 and the second display portion 32 are used to simultaneously display different status information. In this case, the first display portion 31 and the second display portion 32 can be two logical parts or physically separated parts, without limitation, as long as they can simultaneously display different status information.

[0047] For example, the first display unit 31 can use the brightness of the five display lights 311 to indicate the battery level or the degree of clogging of the filter 12. During the cleaning process, if all five display lights 311 of the first display unit 31 are on, it indicates that the battery level is sufficient or the degree of clogging of the filter 12 is minimal. As the battery power gradually depletes or the filter 12 gradually becomes clogged, the display lights 311 gradually dim until only one display light 311 is on. At this point, the current status of the pool cleaning robot is low battery power or the degree of clogging of the filter 12, reminding the user to charge the pool cleaning robot or clean the filter 12 to ensure normal operation of the pool cleaning robot and avoid affecting the operational reliability of the pool cleaning robot.

[0048] Furthermore, the light color of the display light 311 can be used to further enhance the distinction of the status information of the pool cleaning robot. For example, when all five display lights 311 are on, the light color of the five display lights 311 is set to green at the same time, and when only one display light 311 is left on, the light color of the display light 311 is set to red, so that the user can more easily find that the working status of the pool cleaning robot is not good and make timely adjustments.

[0049] Optionally, when only one display light 311 is left on, its lighting mode can be set to flashing to more easily attract the user's attention.

[0050] Optionally, the display unit further includes a display screen, which is provided on the cleaning unit 10 or is independently provided outside the swimming pool and is in communication with the detection device. This allows the user to view the status information of the pool cleaning robot on shore, thereby making the use process more convenient.

[0051] The display screen displays text information or image information to indicate the current self-running status information of the cleaning unit and the status information of human-computer interaction, so that the user can understand the status information of the pool cleaning robot more intuitively.

[0052] For example, the battery power can be displayed in the form of numbers, percentages, energy bars, etc., or in combination with the above forms, or in combination with the above forms. This embodiment of the present application does not limit this.

[0053] In one embodiment, the display screen is movably mounted at a location away from the pool and is in communication with the detection device. For example, a separate display screen can be fixedly mounted near the pool and detachably mounted to facilitate movement of the display screen as needed by the user. Alternatively, the display screen of an electronic mobile device such as a mobile phone or computer can be used to communicate with the detection device, thereby displaying the status information of the pool cleaning robot on the display screen of the electronic mobile device, making it more convenient for the user to view the information.

[0054] In another embodiment, the display screen is detachably mounted on the cleaning unit 10 and electrically connected to the detection device. For example, the display screen can be bolted to the cleaning unit 10 for easy removal. The display screen can be provided independently to display status information, or it can be combined with the display light 311, respectively provided on the first display unit 31 and the second display unit 32, thereby simultaneously displaying status information of multiple pool cleaning robots. The display screen can also serve as a temporary backup in the event of a malfunction of either the display screen or the display light 311, preventing the user from being unable to obtain status information of the pool cleaning robot due to a malfunction of the display device 30.

[0055] In one embodiment, the display device 30 may include a voice device that provides voice notifications of the pool cleaning robot's status. For example, the voice notifications may be provided independently or in combination with the display screen or indicator light 311. By providing voice notifications of the pool cleaning robot's status, the user's access to the pool cleaning robot's status information can be expanded, making it more convenient for the user to obtain the pool cleaning robot's status information.

[0056] In one embodiment, the voice device can be movably installed at a location away from the swimming pool and is in communication with the detection device to obtain status information from the detection device. For example, a voice device can be installed near the swimming pool and electrically connected to the detection device to enable the voice broadcast information of the voice device to indicate the status of the self-operation of the cleaning unit 10 and the status of human-machine interaction. Alternatively, a voice device of an electronic mobile device such as a mobile phone or computer can be used to communicate with the detection device to indicate the status of the pool cleaning robot through the voice device of the electronic mobile device, making it more convenient for the user to obtain status information of the pool cleaning robot.

[0057] It should be understood that although this specification is described according to various embodiments, not every embodiment 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 can also be appropriately combined to form other implementation methods that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0058] The above description is only an illustrative embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the scope of the present invention. Any equivalent changes, modifications, and combinations made by any person skilled in the art without departing from the concept and principle of the present invention should fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device, characterized in that: include: a cleaning unit (10), the cleaning unit (10) being used for cleaning the swimming pool; a detection device, the detection device being arranged in the cleaning portion (10) and being used for detecting status information of the cleaning portion (10); A display device (30) is provided, the display device (30) being electrically connected to the detection device, and the display device (30) being used to display at least one status information of the cleaning section (10), wherein the status information includes status information of self-operation of the cleaning section (10) and / or status information of human-computer interaction, wherein the display device (30) includes at least one display unit, the display unit including a first display section (31), the first display section (31) including a plurality of display lights (311), the plurality of display lights (311) being provided on the cleaning section (10) and electrically connected to the detection device, and adjusting at least one of the brightness and color of each display light (311) according to a signal received from the detection device to display the corresponding status information.

2. The swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cleaning portion (10) comprises at least a first shell (11) and a filtering structure (12); the first shell (11) has a water inlet (111) and a water outlet (112); the filtering structure (12) is arranged between the water inlet (111) and the water outlet (112) and is used to filter pollutants in water entering from the water inlet (111); and the water outlet (112) is used to allow the filtered water to flow out.

3. The swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cleaning unit (10) further comprises a sealed cabin (13), the sealed cabin (13) comprising a sealed shell (131), the sealed shell (131) being arranged in the first shell (11), and the detection device being arranged in the sealed shell (131); A water pump motor (132) is also provided in the sealed housing (131), the output shaft of the water pump motor (132) extends out of the sealed housing (131), and an impeller (133) is provided on the output shaft of the water pump motor (132), the impeller (133) being used to drive water flow. The detection device is connected to the water pump motor (132) and detects the current of the water pump motor (132), the current being used to indicate the degree of blockage of the filter structure (12), and the current being used as one of the state information of the self-operation of the cleaning part (10).

4. The swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to claim 3, characterized in that: A battery is also provided in the sealed housing (131), and the detection device is connected to the battery and detects the remaining power of the battery as one of the state information of the self-operation.

5. The swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to claim 3, characterized in that: A driving mechanism (40) is connected to the first shell (11), and a driving motor is also provided in the sealed cabin (13). The output shaft of the driving motor extends out of the sealed shell (131) and is connected to the driving mechanism (40) to drive the driving mechanism (40) to move. The detection device is connected to the driving motor and detects the rotation speed and / or rotation angle of the driving motor as one or more of the self-operating status information of the cleaning part (10).

6. The swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to claim 5, characterized in that: An encoder is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor, and the detection device is connected to the encoder, and determines the rotation speed and / or rotation angle of the drive motor as one or more of the self-operation status information of the cleaning part (10) according to the coded signal output by the encoder.

7. The swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The display device (30) comprises at least one display unit, and the display unit is used to display at least one status information.

8. The swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The display device (30) includes at least one display unit, and the display unit further includes a second display portion (32). The first display portion (31) and the second display portion (32) can collaboratively display a piece of status information, or the first display portion (31) and the second display portion (32) are used to simultaneously display different pieces of status information.

9. The swimming pool cleaning robot with a display device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The display unit further comprises a display screen, which is arranged on the cleaning portion (10) or is arranged outside the swimming pool independently of the cleaning portion (10) and is communicatively connected with the detection device.

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