Automatic cleaning structure and air conditioner

Abstract

The automatic cleaning structure comprises a filtering device and a sweeping device, the filtering device is provided with a dust removal structure, the dust removal structure is arranged on one side of the filtering device, and the dust removal structure is provided with a storage groove and a removal part; the cleaning device is in sliding contact with the filtering device and is matched with the dust removal structure, the cleaning device comprises a cleaning brush, and the cleaning brush retains dust in the storage groove through a removal part; wherein an included angle exists between the plane where the cleaning brush is located and the plane where the removing part is located, and when the cleaning device works, the cleaning brush partially makes contact with the removing part. The cleaning brush solves the problems that the whole cleaning brush deforms, the needed motor power is increased, and loss is increased.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of household appliances, specifically, relates to an automatic cleaning structure and air conditioner. BACKGROUND

[0002] With the improvement of the requirement of indoor air quality in modern life, as the important equipment of adjusting indoor temperature and improving air quality, the performance and maintenance convenience of air conditioner are paid more and more attention, and among many factors influencing the performance of air conditioner, the cleanliness of filter screen plays a vital role, too much dust accumulated on the filter screen not only reduces the heat exchange efficiency of air conditioner, but also possibly leads to the decline of air quality and the increase of energy consumption. The existing air conditioner is usually equipped with automatic cleaning equipment to keep the filter screen clean, however, in this process, the root of the cleaning brush may be attached with dust, especially when the root of the cleaning brush cannot be completely inserted into the root of the cleaning brush, which will lead to the fact that the dust cannot be completely removed. More than that, when the hair of the cleaning brush contacts the cleaning brush, due to the need of large deformation to pass through the cleaning brush, the driving force of the cleaning brush is significantly increased, and then the load and energy consumption of the motor are increased.

[0003] Therefore, the utility model aims at solving the above problems, and proposes a new cleaning brush structure and its working mode to reduce the overall deformation of the hair of the cleaning brush, reduce the required motor power, and realize more efficient and energy-saving automatic cleaning effect. SUMMARY

[0004] The utility model solves the problems of overall deformation of the cleaning brush and increase of the required motor power and increase of loss.

[0005] In order to solve the above problems, the utility model provides an automatic cleaning structure, which comprises: a filter device and a cleaning device, wherein the filter device is provided with a dust removal structure, the dust removal structure is arranged on one side of the filter device, the dust removal structure is provided with a storage groove and a removal part; the cleaning device is in sliding contact with the filter device and cooperates with the dust removal structure, the cleaning device comprises a cleaning brush, the cleaning brush leaves dust in the storage groove through the removal part; wherein the plane where the cleaning brush is located and the plane where the removal part is located have an included angle, and the cleaning brush locally contacts the removal part when the cleaning device works.

[0006] After the technical scheme is adopted, the following technical effects are achieved: the included angle between the removal part and the cleaning brush when they contact each other makes the cleaning brush locally contact the removal part, reduces the one-time large deformation of the bristles, reduces the power requirement of the driving motor, and realizes a more energy-saving operation mode; since the power requirement of the driving motor is reduced, a smaller motor can be used, and then the volume of the entire cleaning system is reduced, and the manufacturing cost is reduced.

[0007] Further, the removing part is arranged in the storage tank, and is used to retain dust on the cleaning brush in the storage tank after the cleaning brush passes through the removing part.

[0008] The technical effects achieved by the technical scheme are as follows: by arranging the removing part in the storage tank, dust on the cleaning brush can be effectively transferred to the storage tank when the cleaning brush passes through the removing part, dust is prevented from being scattered into the environment again, and the thoroughness of cleaning and the hygiene level of the environment are improved.

[0009] Further, the removing part is arranged in the storage tank, and is used to retain dust on the cleaning brush in the storage tank after the cleaning brush passes through the removing part.

[0010] The technical effects achieved by the technical scheme are as follows: by arranging the removing part in the storage tank, dust on the cleaning brush can be effectively transferred to the storage tank when the cleaning brush passes through the removing part, dust is prevented from being scattered into the environment again, and the thoroughness of cleaning and the hygiene level of the environment are improved.

[0011] Further, the cleaning device further comprises a connecting rod, the connecting rod moves on the filter device, the lower end of the connecting rod is provided with the cleaning brush, and the cleaning brush is matched with the filter device.

[0012] The technical effects achieved by the technical scheme are as follows: by arranging the removing part in the storage tank, dust on the cleaning brush can be effectively transferred to the storage tank when the cleaning brush passes through the removing part, dust is prevented from being scattered into the environment again, and the thoroughness of cleaning and the hygiene level of the environment are improved.

[0013] Further, the automatic cleaning structure further comprises a moving device, the moving device is arranged on the filter device, and the moving device is matched with the connecting rod to move the connecting rod on the filter device.

[0014] The technical effects achieved by the technical scheme are as follows: the moving device can accurately control the moving speed and path of the connecting rod, so that the cleaning brush can uniformly and thoroughly clean the surface of the filter device, and the cleaning quality and efficiency are improved; the moving device realizes full automation of the cleaning process, and does not need manual intervention, so that the intelligent level of the equipment and the user experience are improved.

[0015] Further, the action device comprises: a first track and a second track, the first track and the second track are arranged at the edge of the filtering device, the straight line where the first track is located is perpendicular to the straight line where the connecting rod is located, and the straight line where the second track is located is perpendicular to the straight line where the connecting rod is located; wherein, the first track and the second track are oppositely arranged, and the connecting rod is fixedly arranged between the first track and the second track.

[0016] After the technical scheme is adopted, the following technical effects are achieved: the design of the first track and the second track provides additional support points, so that the connecting rod is more stable during movement, the risk of shaking and deviation is reduced, and the stability and reliability of the cleaning process are ensured.

[0017] Further, the two ends of the connecting rod are matched with the second track through rollers, and the rollers are arranged on the connecting rod.

[0018] After the technical scheme is adopted, the following technical effects are achieved: the design of the rollers greatly reduces the friction between the connecting rod and the track, so that the connecting rod can slide more smoothly on the track, and the fluency and efficiency of the cleaning process are improved.

[0019] Further, the action device further comprises: a movement part, the movement part is connected with the connecting rod, and the rollers matched with the first track are arranged on the movement part; wherein, the movement part and the connecting rod move synchronously on the filtering device.

[0020] After the technical scheme is adopted, the following technical effects are achieved: due to the synchronous movement of the movement part and the connecting rod, the cleaning brush can efficiently and quickly complete the cleaning task on the predetermined path, the cleaning period is shortened, and the work efficiency is improved.

[0021] Further, the movement part comprises a turbine, a gear and a matching shaft, the turbine is engaged with the gear, the turbine is arranged on the matching shaft, the matching shaft drives the turbine to rotate, and the connecting rod moves along the first track and the second track.

[0022] After the technical scheme is adopted, the following technical effects are achieved: the engagement of the turbine and the gear provides a high-precision transmission ratio, so that the movement speed and position of the connecting rod can be accurately controlled.

[0023] To solve the above problems, the utility model provides a kind of air conditioner, including the automatic cleaning structure provided by any one of the above technical solutions.

[0024] After the technical scheme is adopted, the following technical effects are achieved: by integrating the automatic cleaning structure, the air conditioner reduces the energy loss in the cleaning of the filter screen, prolongs the service life of the system, and reduces the maintenance cost in long-term operation.

[0025] In summary, the above-mentioned technical solutions of this application can have one or more of the following advantages or beneficial effects: i) The optimized design of the cleaning brush and removal section ensures that dust is effectively removed and collected in the storage tank, avoiding secondary pollution. ii) The trapezoidal arrangement of the contact layer reduces the overall deformation when the cleaning brush contacts the contact layer, reducing the power requirement of the drive motor and achieving a more energy-efficient operation mode. iii) The integrated motion section and simplified design reduce the number of components, making the system more compact and easier to manufacture and maintain. Attached Figure Description

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an automatic cleaning structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the automatic cleaning structure in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the automatic cleaning structure in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the automatic cleaning structure in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 ;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the automatic cleaning structure in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 ;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting rod structure of the automatic cleaning structure in an embodiment of this utility model;

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting rod of the automatic cleaning structure in an embodiment of the present invention from another perspective.

[0033] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0034] 100 - Automatic cleaning structure; 110 - Filter device; 120 - Dust removal structure; 121 - Storage tank; 122 - Removal part; 122a - Contact layer; 130 - Cleaning device; 131 - Cleaning brush; 132 - Connecting rod; 140 - Action device; 141 - First track; 142 - Second track; 143 - Moving part; 143a - Roller; 143b - Turbine; 143c - Gear; 143d - Mating shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The utility model discloses a purpose at providing a kind of automatic cleaning structure and air conditioner, for realizing the overall deformation of the hair of brush for cleaning is reduced, the motor power required is reduced, and more efficient automatic cleaning effect of energy saving is realized.

[0036] In order to make the above-mentioned purpose, features and advantages of the utility model more obvious and easy to understand, the specific embodiments of the utility model are described in detail below with reference to the drawings.

[0037] Referring to Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 2 , the utility model provides a kind of automatic cleaning structure 100, comprising: filter device 110 and cleaning device 130, wherein, filter device 110 is equipped with dust removal structure 120, dust removal structure 120 is arranged at one side of filter device 110, dust removal structure 120 is provided with storage groove 121 and removal part 122;Cleaning device 130 is in sliding contact with filter device 110, cooperates with dust removal structure 120, and cleaning device 130 includes cleaning brush 131, which leaves dust in storage groove 121 by removal part 122;Wherein, the plane where cleaning brush 131 is located and the plane where removal part 122 is located exist angle, and cleaning device 130 partially contacts removal part 122 when working.

[0038] In the embodiment, there is an angle when removal part 122 contacts cleaning brush 131, so that cleaning brush 131 partially contacts removal part 122, reduces the one-time large deformation of the bristles, reduces the power requirement of the drive motor, and realizes a more energy-saving operation mode. As the power requirement of the drive motor is reduced, a smaller motor can be used, thereby reducing the size of the entire cleaning system and reducing manufacturing costs.

[0039] Specifically, the automatic cleaning structure 100 includes a cleaning device 130 and a filter device 110. The cleaning device 130 slides on the surface of the filter device 110 and is provided with a cleaning brush 131. One side of the filter device 110 is provided with a dust removal structure 120, which includes a storage groove 121 and a removal part 122. The plane where the removal part 122 is located and the plane where the cleaning brush 131 is located have an angle when they contact each other, so that part of the bristles of the cleaning brush 131 first contact the removal part 122, realizing layered contact.

[0040] Preferably, the distance between the removal part 122 and the groove wall of the storage groove 121 away from the filter device 110 is greater than the width of the bristles of the cleaning brush 131, so as to avoid the overall deformation of the bristles of the cleaning brush 131.

[0041] Further, the cleaning brush 131 moves on the filter device 110, and the dust is accumulated and swept into the storage tank 121. When the cleaning brush 131 returns, the removal part 122 passes through the cleaning brush 131, and the residual dust on the cleaning brush 131 is swept into the storage tank 121, so that the cleaning brush 131 is kept clean.

[0042] Referring to Figure 3 and Figure 1 , the removal part 122 is arranged in the storage tank 121, and the dust on the cleaning brush 131 is retained in the storage tank 121 after the cleaning brush 131 passes through the removal part 122.

[0043] In this embodiment, by arranging the removal part 122 in the storage tank 121, it is ensured that the dust on the cleaning brush 131 can be effectively transferred to the storage tank 121 when the cleaning brush 131 passes through the removal part 122, so that the dust is prevented from being scattered into the environment again, and the thoroughness of cleaning and the hygiene level of the environment are improved.

[0044] Specifically, the dust removal structure 120 is provided with the storage tank 121 for collecting dust, and the removal part 122 for sweeping the dust off the cleaning brush 131. The dust swept off the cleaning brush 131 is stored in the storage tank 121.

[0045] Referring to Figure 4 and Figure 4 , the removal part 122 is provided with a plurality of contact layers 122a, and the contact layers 122a are arranged in the storage tank 121 in a stepped manner. When the cleaning brush 131 moves along the storage tank 121 towards the filter device 110, the partial area of the cleaning brush 131 gradually contacts the plurality of contact layers 122a.

[0046] In this embodiment, by designing the stepped contact layers 122a, only partial area of the cleaning brush 131 gradually contacts each contact layer 122a when passing through, which avoids the case that the entire brush hair deforms at the same time, thereby effectively dispersing the driving load, reducing the motor power demand, and improving the energy efficiency of the system. Since the cleaning brush 131 does not contact all the contact layers 122a at the same time, but gradually contacts them, the single deformation amount and friction of the brush hair are reduced, the wear speed of the brush hair is reduced, and the service life of the cleaning brush 131 is prolonged.

[0047] Specifically, the removal part 122 is provided with two contact layers 122a, and the contact layers 122a are distributed in the storage tank 121 in a progressive ladder type, so that when the cleaning brush 131 passes from above, the partial area of the brush gradually contacts the contact layers 122a.

[0048] Referring to Figure 5 and Figure 5The cleaning device 130 further comprises a connecting rod 132, the connecting rod 132 is movable on the filtering device 110, and a cleaning brush 131 is arranged at the lower end of the connecting rod 132 and matched with the filtering device 110.

[0049] In the embodiment, the connecting rod 132 can accurately control the moving path of the cleaning brush 131, so that the cleaning brush 131 can cover the entire surface of the filtering device 110 and improve the cleaning efficiency; the cleaning brush 131 is fixed at the lower end of the connecting rod 132, which simplifies the overall structure design, reduces the number of components, and reduces the manufacturing cost and maintenance complexity.

[0050] Specifically, the cleaning device 130 is provided with the connecting rod 132 movable on the filtering device 110, and the cleaning brush 131 is arranged on the connecting rod 132, and the connecting rod 132 moves to realize that the cleaning brush 131 sweeps the dust accumulated on the filtering device 110 into the storage groove 121.

[0051] Referring to Figure 6 and Figure 5 , the automatic cleaning structure 100 further comprises a moving device 140, the moving device 140 is arranged on the filtering device 110, and the moving device 140 is matched with the connecting rod 132 to move the connecting rod 132 on the filtering device 110.

[0052] In the embodiment, the moving device 140 can accurately control the moving speed and path of the connecting rod 132, so that the cleaning brush 131 can uniformly and completely clean the entire surface of the filtering device 110, and the cleaning quality and efficiency are improved; the moving device 140 realizes the full automation of the cleaning process without manual intervention, and improves the intelligent level of the equipment and the user experience.

[0053] Specifically, the automatic cleaning structure 100 is provided with the moving device 140, the moving device 140 is arranged at the edge of the filtering device 110, the moving device 140 is connected with the connecting rod 132, and the moving device 140 provides kinetic energy for the movement of the connecting rod 132 on the filtering device 110.

[0054] Referring to Figure 6 and Figure 5 , the moving device 140 comprises a first track 141 and a second track 142, the first track 141 and the second track 142 are arranged at the edge of the filtering device 110, a straight line where the first track 141 is located is perpendicular to a straight line where the connecting rod 132 is located, and a straight line where the second track 142 is located is perpendicular to the straight line where the connecting rod 132 is located; wherein the first track 141 and the second track 142 are oppositely arranged, and the connecting rod 132 is fixedly arranged between the first track 141 and the second track 142.

[0055] In this embodiment, the design of the first track 141 and the second track 142 provides additional support points, making the connecting rod 132 more stable during movement, reducing the risk of shaking and deviation, and ensuring the smoothness and reliability of the cleaning process.

[0056] Specifically, the action device 140 is provided with a first track 141 and a second track 142, which are arranged at the edges of the filter device 110, and the connecting rod 132 slides between the two tracks.

[0057] Referring to Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 5 , the two ends of the connecting rod 132 are matched with the second track 142 through the rollers 143a arranged on the connecting rod 132.

[0058] In this embodiment, the design of the rollers 143a greatly reduces the friction between the connecting rod 132 and the track, so that the connecting rod 132 can slide more smoothly on the track, improving the smoothness and efficiency of the cleaning process.

[0059] Specifically, two rollers 143a are arranged at the matching position of the connecting rod 132 and the second track 142, and the rollers 143a are connected with the connecting rod 132.

[0060] Referring to Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 5 , the action device 140 further comprises a movement part 143, the movement part 143 is connected with the connecting rod 132, and the roller 143a matched with the connecting rod 132 and the first track 141 is arranged on the movement part 143; wherein the movement part 143 and the connecting rod 132 move synchronously on the filter device 110.

[0061] In this embodiment, due to the synchronous movement of the movement part 143 and the connecting rod 132, the cleaning brush 131 can efficiently and quickly complete the cleaning task on the predetermined path, shorten the cleaning period, and improve the work efficiency.

[0062] Specifically, the action device 140 is provided with a movement part 143, the movement part 143 is connected with the connecting rod 132, and the roller 143a matched with the connecting rod 132 and the first track 141 is arranged on the movement part 143.

[0063] Referring to Figure 6 , Figure 7 and ​The motion part 143 comprises a turbine 143b, a gear 143c and a matching shaft 143d, the turbine 143b is engaged with the gear 143c, the turbine 143b is arranged on the matching shaft 143d, the matching shaft 143d rotates to drive the turbine 143b to rotate, so that the connecting rod 132 moves along the first track 141 and the second track 142.

[0064] In the embodiment, the engagement of the turbine 143b and the gear 143c provides a high-precision transmission ratio, so that the moving speed and position of the connecting rod 132 can be accurately controlled.

[0065] Specifically, the connecting rod 132 moves synchronously with the turbine 143b, the turbine 143b is arranged on the matching shaft 143d, the matching shaft 143d is fixed on the edge of the filter device 110, and the gear 143c is arranged on the first track 141 and engaged with the turbine 143b.

[0066] When the matching shaft 143d rotates to drive the turbine 143b to rotate, the turbine 143b is engaged with the gear 143c on the first track 141, the rotary motion is converted into linear motion, and the linear motion is transmitted to the cleaning device 130 through the first track 141, so that the cleaning device 130 moves left and right on the first track 141 to complete the cleaning task, and the roller 143a ensures that the cleaning device remains stable during movement and avoids deviation or shaking.

[0067] The utility model provides a kind of air conditioner, including the automatic cleaning structure 100 provided by any one of the above technical solutions.

[0068] In the embodiment, by integrating the automatic cleaning structure 100, the air conditioner reduces energy loss in filter cleaning, prolongs the service life of the system and reduces maintenance costs during long-term operation.

[0069] Although the utility model discloses as above, the utility model is not limited to this. Any person skilled in the art, without departing from the spirit and scope of the utility model, can make various changes and modifications, therefore the protective scope of the utility model should be limited by the range defined in claim.

Claims

1. An automatic cleaning structure, characterized by, The utility model relates to an automatic cleaning structure of filter device, including: Filtering device (110), filtering device (110) is equipped with dust removal structure (120), dust removal structure (120) is arranged in one side of filtering device (110), dust removal structure (120) is provided with storage tank (121) and removes portion (122), Sweeping device (130), sweeping device (130) is in sliding contact with filtering device (110), cooperates with dust removal structure (120), sweeping device (130) includes cleaning brush (131), and cleaning brush (131) passes through the removal portion (122) and leaves dust in the storage tank (121), Wherein, the plane where the cleaning brush (131) is and the plane where the removal portion (122) is exist angle, the cleaning brush (131) partial contact removal portion (122) when the sweeping device (130) is working.

2. The automatic cleaning structure of claim 1, wherein: The removal portion (122) is arranged in the storage tank (121) and is used to retain the dust on the cleaning brush (131) to the storage tank (121) after the cleaning brush (131) passes through the removal portion (122).

3. The automatic cleaning structure of claim 1, wherein: The removal portion (122) is provided with a plurality of contact layers (122a), and the contact layers (122a) are arranged in the storage tank (121) in a stepped manner. When the cleaning brush (131) moves along the storage tank (121) to the filtering device (110), the cleaning brush (131) gradually contacts the plurality of contact layers (122a) in the partial area.

4. The self-cleaning structure according to claim 1, wherein, The sweeping device (130) further includes: A connecting rod (132) moves on the filtering device (110), and the cleaning brush (131) is arranged at the lower end of the connecting rod (132), and the cleaning brush (131) cooperates with the filtering device (110).

5. The self-cleaning structure according to claim 4, wherein, Further comprising: An action device (140) is arranged on the filtering device (110), and the action device (140) cooperates with the connecting rod (132) to move the connecting rod (132) on the filtering device (110).

6. The self-cleaning structure according to claim 5, wherein, The action device (140) includes: A first track (141) and a second track (142) are arranged at the edges of the filtering device (110), the straight line where the first track (141) is arranged is perpendicular to the straight line where the connecting rod (132) is arranged, and the straight line where the second track (142) is arranged is perpendicular to the straight line where the connecting rod (132) is arranged. The first track (141) and the second track (142) are arranged opposite to each other, and the connecting rod (132) is fixedly arranged between the first track (141) and the second track (142).

7. The self-cleaning structure according to claim 6, wherein, The connecting rod (132) is matched with the second track (142) through a roller (143a) arranged on the connecting rod (132).

8. The self-cleaning structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The action device (140) further comprises: a movement part (143) connected with the connecting rod (132), wherein the roller (143a) matched with the first track (141) is arranged on the movement part (143); wherein the movement part (143) and the connecting rod (132) move synchronously on the filtering device (110).

9. The self-cleaning structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The movement part (143) comprises a turbine (143b), a gear (143c) and a matched shaft (143d), the turbine (143b) is engaged with the gear (143c), the turbine (143b) is arranged on the matched shaft (143d), and the rotation of the matched shaft (143d) drives the rotation of the turbine (143b), so that the connecting rod (132) moves along the first track (141) and the second track (142).

10. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: An automatic cleaning structure (100) as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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