Clothes processing equipment

Abstract

The utility model provides clothes processing equipment which comprises a box body, a clothes processing device and a clothes processing device, and the box body is provided with a containing cavity; the turning plate is rotationally connected with the box body and is provided with a first position and a second position; the operation module is arranged on the turning plate; when the turning plate is located at the first position, the operation module is hidden in the accommodating cavity; when the turning plate is located at the second position, the operation module is exposed out of the containing cavity and faces upwards.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and particularly to clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Clothing handling equipment, such as washing machines, dryers, or washer-dryer combos, are common household appliances. Modern homes prioritize space utilization, leading to a new demand for ultra-thin, flush-mounted clothing handling equipment. However, this requirement, where the equipment is integrated seamlessly with the furniture surface, creates challenges for washing machine controls and / or detergent dispensing. While some solutions place controls and / or detergent dispensing modules on the machine's surface, this necessitates users crouching or bending over to operate them, making operation inconvenient. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main objective of this application is to provide a garment processing device that addresses the technical problem of inconvenient user operation caused by the need to save space occupied by the operation module in existing garment processing devices.

[0004] This application provides a garment processing device, including:

[0005] The box body has a receiving cavity;

[0006] A flap, which is rotatably connected to the box body, and has a first position and a second position;

[0007] An operation module is disposed on the flap; when the flap is in the first position, the operation module is hidden inside the receiving cavity; when the flap is in the second position, the operation module is exposed outside the receiving cavity and faces upward.

[0008] Optionally, the flap is provided with a rotating connection part, which is used to rotate the flap relative to the box body; wherein, the rotating connection part is provided on the side plate of the flap in the length direction, and in the height direction it is located below the operation module and away from the operation module.

[0009] Optionally, the rotating connection includes a pivot hole; the garment processing device includes a first drive mechanism, which is disposed on the housing; the first drive mechanism includes a drive shaft, which is fastened to the pivot hole.

[0010] Optionally, the garment processing device further includes a controller, which is signal-connected to the first drive mechanism.

[0011] Optionally, the garment processing device includes a second drive mechanism disposed on the housing; the second drive mechanism includes a drive gear; a driven gear is provided on the side plate, and the drive gear meshes with the driven gear to drive the flip plate to rotate.

[0012] Optionally, the side plate is provided with an arc-shaped groove, and the drive gear is embedded in the arc-shaped groove; the side wall of the arc-shaped groove is constructed as the driven gear.

[0013] Optionally, the garment processing device further includes a controller, which is signal-connected to the second drive mechanism.

[0014] Optionally, the garment handling equipment further includes a damper connected to the housing; the damper is also connected to the rotating connection.

[0015] Optionally, the flap is provided with a locking tongue; the box body is provided with a push-button locking buckle; the locking tongue and the push-button locking buckle can cooperate; the locking tongue is located away from the rotating connection part in the height direction;

[0016] When the flap is pressed, the latch is unlocked from the push-button locking buckle or the push-button locking buckle locks the latch.

[0017] Optionally, a limiting block is provided on the flip plate; a first limiting member is provided on the box body; the limiting block abuts against the first limiting member when the flip plate moves from the first position to the second position.

[0018] Optionally, the box body is provided with a second limiting member; the limiting block abuts against the second limiting member when the flap rotates from the second position to the first position.

[0019] Optionally, the housing is provided with a guide groove, and the limiting block is embedded in the guide groove; the two side walls of the guide groove in the rotation direction of the limiting block are respectively the first limiting member and the second limiting member.

[0020] Optionally, the operation module includes a touch area and a dispensing area; the dispensing area is suitable for the user to dispense detergent; the touch area is suitable for the user to input washing instructions to the clothing processing device.

[0021] Optionally, the dispensing area is a receiving groove formed on the flip plate, the receiving groove having a dispensing port; the dispensing port is exposed outside the receiving cavity when the flip plate is in the second position.

[0022] Optionally, the bottom of the receiving tank extends downward in a front-to-back direction, and the rear wall of the receiving tank is provided with a drain outlet.

[0023] Optionally, the delivery area and the touch area are spaced apart in the length direction; the flip plate is provided with an overflow groove on the side of the delivery area away from the touch area, and the overflow groove is connected to the receiving groove.

[0024] Optionally, the flip plate is rotatably provided with a flip cover, which has a covering position for covering the dispensing port and an opening position for opening the dispensing port.

[0025] Optionally, the garment processing equipment further includes a dispensing device located inside the housing for dispensing detergent into the drum of the garment processing equipment; the dispensing area is connected to the dispensing device via a hose.

[0026] Optionally, the flip plate includes a panel and a support plate; the panel and the support plate are arranged at an angle; the operation module is provided on the support plate; the panel is flush with the opening of the receiving cavity when the flip plate is in the first position.

[0027] Optionally, the panel is provided with a sensing device or a button device. The sensing device is used to receive a sensing operation from the user and generate a sensing signal, or the button device is used to receive a pressing operation from the user and generate a pressing signal. The sensing signal or the pressing signal is used to rotate the flip panel between the first position and the second position.

[0028] In the technical solution of this application embodiment, a receiving cavity is provided on the housing, and a flip plate is rotatably provided on the housing; an operation module is provided on the flip plate; when the flip plate is in a first position, the operation module is hidden inside the receiving cavity; when the flip plate is in a second position, the operation module is exposed outside the receiving cavity and tilted upwards, making it convenient for the user to operate. That is, when the user needs to use the operation module, the flip plate moves the operation module out of the receiving cavity; and when the user does not need to use the operation module, the flip plate moves the operation module back into the receiving cavity, thus embedding it into the clothing processing equipment. Therefore, the technical solution of this application embodiment satisfies the need to save the space occupied by the operation module, and when the operation module is in use, it is moved out of the receiving cavity and positioned upwards, making it convenient for the user to operate while standing. Furthermore, when the flip plate hides the receiving cavity, the operation module is hidden inside it, avoiding accidental operation of the operation module and preventing dust accumulation on the operation module. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the first state of the garment processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the second state of the garment processing device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0032] Figure 3 A three-dimensional structural diagram of the box and the flap in the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0033] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of one side of the structure of the box and the flap in the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0034] Figure 5 A cross-sectional structural diagram of the box and the flap in the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of a portion of point A in the middle;

[0036] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first drive mechanism in the clothing processing device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0037] Figure 8 Another structural schematic diagram of the box and the flap in the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0038] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the second drive mechanism in the clothing processing device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0039] Figure 10 Another structural schematic diagram of the box and flap in the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application (press-type locking buckle not shown);

[0040] Figure 11 Another structural schematic diagram of the box and flap in the clothing processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application (showing the press-type locking buckle);

[0041] Figure 12 A cross-sectional schematic diagram of the housing and flap (showing the press-type locking buckle) in the garment processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0042] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of a limiting structure for a flap in a garment processing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of another limiting structure for the flap in the clothing processing device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0044] Figure 15 A schematic diagram of another limiting structure for the flap in the clothing processing device provided in this application embodiment;

[0045] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the operation module in the garment processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0046] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the operation module in the garment processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0047] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the garment processing device and the delivery area in the garment processing equipment provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0048] List of reference numerals

[0049] 1000 Clothing processing equipment 1311 Flip 110 Box S2 Container S1 Receiving cavity S21 trough bottom S11 cavity S22 drain port 111 First limiting component S3 overflow channel 112 Second limiting component 132 Touch area S4 Guide groove 141 Sensing device 120 flip board 142 Button device 121 Side panel 150 First drive mechanism S5 arc groove 151 First drive motor 122 support plate 152 Fixed plate 123 panel 153 drive shaft 124 Rotary connection part 160 Second drive mechanism 1241 pivot hole 161 Drive gear 125 Limit block 162 Second drive motor 126 Driven tooth 170 Press-type locking buckle 127 Locking tongue 180 damper 130 Operation module 190 Dispensing and processing device 131 Distribution Area 191 hose Detailed Implementation

[0050] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0051] It should be noted that all directional indicators (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.) in the embodiments of this application are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a certain specific posture (as shown in the figure). If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0052] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can mean a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can mean a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can mean the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0053] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this application involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the meaning of "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions; for example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this application.

[0054] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown in the figure, this application provides a garment processing device 1000, comprising:

[0055] Box 110, wherein the box 110 is provided with a receiving cavity S1;

[0056] A flap 120 is rotatably connected to the box body 110 and has a first position and a second position;

[0057] An operation module 130 is disposed on the flap 120; when the flap 120 is in the first position, the operation module 130 is hidden inside the receiving cavity S1; when the flap 120 is in the second position, the operation module 130 is exposed outside the receiving cavity S1 and faces upward.

[0058] In the technical solution of this application embodiment, a receiving cavity S1 is provided on the housing 110, and a flip plate 120 is rotatably provided on the housing 110; an operation module 130 is provided on the flip plate 120; when the flip plate 120 is in the first position, the operation module 130 is hidden inside the receiving cavity S1; when the flip plate 120 is in the second position, the operation module 130 is exposed outside the receiving cavity S1 and tilted upwards, making it convenient for the user to operate. That is, when the user needs to use the operation module 130, the flip plate 120 drives the operation module 130 out of the receiving cavity S1; and when the user does not need to use the operation module 130, the flip plate 120 drives the operation module 130 back into the receiving cavity S1, realizing its embedding into the clothing processing device 1000. Thus, the technical solution of this application embodiment satisfies the need to save the space occupied by the operation module 130, and when the operation module 130 is used, it is moved out of the receiving cavity S1 and tilted upwards, making it convenient for the user to operate while standing. Furthermore, when the flap 120 hides the receiving cavity S1, the operation module 130 is hidden inside it, which avoids accidental operation of the operation module 130 and also prevents dust from accumulating on the operation module 130.

[0059] like Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the example illustrates the state in which the operation module 130 is hidden within the receiving cavity S1. In this state, the flap 120 is flush with the body of the clothing processing device 1000, reducing the space occupied by the clothing processing device 1000 in the front-to-back direction when the operation module 130 is not in use, which is beneficial to meeting the flat-embedded setting requirements of the clothing processing device 1000.

[0060] like Figure 2 The example illustrates the state of the garment handling device 1000 with the operation module 130 exposed in the receiving cavity S1. In this state, the flap 120 moves out of the receiving cavity S1 and the operation module 130 is positioned upwards, making it convenient for the user to operate while standing, such as adding detergent or selecting a function mode.

[0061] In an embodiment, such as Figure 2 As shown, the operation module 130 is tilted upwards when the flip plate 120 is in the second position.

[0062] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 4As shown, the flap 120 is provided with a rotating connecting part 124, which is used to rotate the flap 120 relative to the housing 110. The rotating connecting part 124 is located on the side plate 121 of the flap 120 in the length direction and is positioned below and away from the operation module 130 in the height direction. In this embodiment, the operation module 130 flips around the axis of the rotating connecting part 124. Since the operation module 130 is above the rotating connecting part 124, the rotation angle of the flap 120 can be reduced, allowing the operation module 130 to be both hidden and exposed.

[0063] In some embodiments, the rotating connection 124 can be a pivot hole 1241. That is, the housing 110 is provided with a rotating shaft or a drive shaft 153 or the like, and the drive shaft 153 or rotating shaft on the housing 110 cooperates with the pivot hole 1241 to realize the rotation of the flap 120 relative to the housing 110.

[0064] In some other embodiments, the rotating connection 124 can also be a rotating shaft. That is, the housing 110 is provided with a shaft hole for the rotating shaft.

[0065] In this embodiment, there are two rotating connection parts 124, which are located on the two side plates 121 of the flap 120 in the length direction and are coaxially arranged.

[0066] In some embodiments, combined with Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the rotating connection 124 includes a pivot hole 1241. The garment processing device 1000 includes a first drive mechanism 150, which is mounted on the housing 110. The first drive mechanism 150 includes a drive shaft 153, which is fastened to the pivot hole 1241. In this embodiment, the drive shaft 153 of the first drive mechanism 150 is fastened to the pivot hole 1241. When the first drive mechanism 150 outputs driving force, it drives the flap 120 to rotate via the drive shaft 153, allowing it to rotate between a first position and a second position.

[0067] In an embodiment, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, the first drive mechanism 150 further includes a first drive motor 151 and a fixing plate 152. The first drive motor 151 is fixed to the fixing plate 152. The fixing plate 152 is fixed to the housing 110. In some embodiments, the output shaft of the first drive motor 151 is a drive shaft 153, which drives the flap 120 to rotate. In other embodiments, the output shaft of the first drive motor 151 is connected to the drive shaft 153 through a transmission mechanism, so that the drive shaft 153 drives the flap 120 to rotate through the transmission mechanism.

[0068] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, the garment processing device 1000 further includes a controller, which is signal-connected to the first drive mechanism 150. In this embodiment, the controller and the first drive mechanism 150 can be connected via a signal line or a wireless communication module. The controller can be a computer board on the garment processing device 1000. By inputting control commands to the controller, control commands are input to the first drive mechanism 150, causing the flip plate 120 to rotate.

[0069] For example, in one embodiment, when an app connected to the garment processing device 1000 sends a start command to the controller, the controller sends a command to the first drive mechanism 150 to open the flap 120. At this time, the first drive mechanism 150 drives the flap 120 to flip from a first position to a second position, facilitating user operation on the operation module 130. After the garment processing device 1000 is finished being used, the controller automatically sends a command to the first drive mechanism 150 to close the flap 120. At this time, the first drive mechanism 150 drives the flap 120 to flip from the second position back to the first position.

[0070] For example, in one embodiment, after the user sets a preset time, if the user does not perform any operation on the operation module 130 during the refrigerator washing process, the controller automatically inputs a command to close the flap 120 to the first drive mechanism 150. At this time, the first drive mechanism 150 drives the flap 120 to flip from the second position to the first position, so as to hide the operation module 130 in the receiving cavity S1.

[0071] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9As shown, the garment processing device 1000 includes a second drive mechanism 160, which is mounted on the housing 110. The second drive mechanism 160 includes a drive gear 161. A driven gear 126 is provided on the side plate 121, and the drive gear 161 meshes with the driven gear 126 to drive the flap 120 to rotate. In an embodiment, the drive gear 161 meshes with the driven gear 126, and the drive gear 161 drives the flap 120 to rotate via the driven gear 126.

[0072] In specific implementations, the second drive mechanism 160 may include a second drive motor 162, which is connected to a drive gear 161. In other embodiments, the second drive motor 162 is connected to the drive gear 161 via a reduction mechanism. The second drive motor 162 is fixed to the housing 110.

[0073] In practice, the flap 120 rotates around the rotating connection 124, so the driven tooth 126 can be an arc-shaped rack, which is fixed on the flap 120. The center of curvature (rotation center) of the driven tooth 126 is located on the axis of the rotating connection 124, so that when the drive gear 161 drives the driven tooth 126, the driven tooth 126 drives the flap 120 to rotate together.

[0074] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, an arc-shaped groove S5 is provided on the side plate 121, and the drive gear 161 is embedded in the arc-shaped groove S5; the side wall of the arc-shaped groove S5 is constructed as the driven tooth 126. The center of curvature (rotation center) of the arc-shaped groove S5 is located on the axis of the rotating connection 124. In this embodiment, by providing an arc-shaped groove S5 on the side plate 121 and embedding the drive gear 161 in the arc-shaped groove S5, the space occupied by the second drive mechanism 160 can be reduced, and the space utilization rate can be improved. By constructing the groove wall of the arc-shaped groove S5 as the driven tooth 126, the drive gear 161 rotates, causing the flap 120 to rotate together.

[0075] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, the garment processing device 1000 further includes a controller, which is signal-connected to the second drive mechanism 160. In this embodiment, the controller and the second drive mechanism 160 can be connected via a signal line or a wireless communication module. The controller can be a computer board on the garment processing device 1000. By inputting control commands to the controller, control commands are input to the second drive mechanism 160, causing the flip plate 120 to rotate.

[0076] For example, in one embodiment, when an app connected to the garment processing device 1000 sends a start command to the controller, the controller sends a command to the second drive mechanism 160 to open the flap 120. At this time, the second drive mechanism 160 drives the flap 120 to flip from a first position to a second position, facilitating user operation on the operation module 130. After the garment processing device 1000 is used, the controller automatically sends a command to the second drive mechanism 160 to close the flap 120. At this time, the second drive mechanism 160 drives the flap 120 to flip from the second position to the first position.

[0077] For example, in one embodiment, if the user does not perform any operation on the operation module 130 after a preset time period set by the user, the controller automatically inputs a command to close the flap 120 to the first drive mechanism 150. At this time, the second drive mechanism 160 drives the flap 120 to flip from the second position to the first position.

[0078] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10 As shown, the garment processing equipment 1000 also includes a damper 180, which is connected to the housing 110 and the rotating connection 124. In this embodiment, the damper 180 is a conventional product used to protect the flap 120 when the rotating connection 124 rotates, preventing the flap 120 from rotating too quickly and causing damage to the operation module 130.

[0079] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, combined with Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, the flap 120 is provided with a locking tongue 127; the housing 110 is provided with a push-button locking buckle 170; the locking tongue 127 and the push-button locking buckle 170 can cooperate; the locking tongue 127 is disposed away from the rotating connection part 124 in the height direction; wherein, when the flap 120 is pressed, the locking tongue 127 is unlocked from the push-button locking buckle 170 or the push-button locking buckle 170 locks the locking tongue 127.

[0080] In this embodiment, the flap 120 can be opened by the user. The user presses the flap 120, causing the push-button locking latch 170 to unlock the bolt 127. At this time, the flap 120, under the influence of gravity, overcomes the resistance of the damper 180 and slowly opens to the second position. After use, the user applies a pushing force to the flap 120 to overcome the resistance of the damper 180, and applies pressure just before the flap 120 closes, causing the bolt 127 to be locked again by the push-button locking latch 170.

[0081] In this embodiment, the push-button locking buckle 170 has the function of locking upon pressing and popping open upon pressing again. Both the damper 180 and the push-button locking buckle 170 are common products, and their internal structure and principle will not be described here.

[0082] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 13 and Figure 15 As shown, a limiting block 125 is provided on the flip plate 120; a first limiting member 111 is provided on the housing 110; the limiting block 125 abuts against the first limiting member 111 when the flip plate 120 moves from the first position to the second position. In this embodiment, when the flip plate 120 is flipped open to the correct position, the limiting block 125 abuts against the first limiting member 111, thereby limiting the flip plate 120 and ensuring that the flip plate 120 is stable and reliable during user operation.

[0083] For example, the rotating connection 124 is connected to the damper 180. When the flap 120 slowly opens under the action of gravity, when the limiting block 125 contacts the first limiting member 111, the flap 120 stops rotating due to the support force of the first limiting member 111, so that the flap 120 accurately reaches the second position.

[0084] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, a second limiting member 112 is provided on the housing 110; the limiting block 125 abuts against the second limiting member 112 when the flap 120 rotates from the second position to the first position. In an embodiment, when the flap 120 is flipped closed, the limiting block 125 abuts against the second limiting member 112, so that the second limiting member 112 limits the flap 120.

[0085] In some embodiments, the limiting block 125 may be disposed on the side plate 121. The limiting block 125 is disposed on both side plates 121 of the flap 120. Correspondingly, a first limiting member 111 and a second limiting member 112 are constructed on the two wall surfaces of the housing 110 facing the side plate 121.

[0086] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 15As shown, the housing 110 is provided with a guide groove S4, and the limiting block 125 is embedded in the guide groove S4. The two side walls of the guide groove S4 in the rotation direction of the limiting block 125 are respectively the first limiting member 111 and the second limiting member 112. In this embodiment, when the flap 120 rotates, the limiting block 125 slides in the guide groove S4, making the flap 120 move smoothly during rotation. Furthermore, the two side walls of the guide groove S4 in the rotation direction of the limiting block 125 are respectively the first limiting member 111 and the second limiting member 112, that is, the first limiting member 111 and the second limiting member 112 are the wall surfaces of the guide groove S4 in the rotation direction of the limiting block 125. When the flap 120 rotates to its position, it can abut against the wall surfaces of the guide groove S4 in the rotation direction of the limiting block 125.

[0087] In this embodiment, the guide groove S4 is an arc groove, which is set according to the movement trajectory of the limiting block 125.

[0088] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 2 , Figure 4 , Figure 16 , Figure 17 As shown, the operation module 130 includes a touch area 132 and a dispensing area 131; the dispensing area 131 is suitable for the user to dispense detergent; the touch area 132 is suitable for the user to input washing instructions to the garment processing device 1000. In this embodiment, both the touch area 132 and the dispensing area 131 of the garment processing device 1000 are located on the operation module 130, allowing the user to simultaneously dispense detergent and set the washing program of the garment processing device 1000 after the flap 120 is opened to the second position. By sharing the touch area 132 and the dispensing area 131 on the flap 120, the top of the garment processing device 1000 appears as a single, aesthetically pleasing structure, unlike the prior art where the touch and dispensing parts are separate. Furthermore, when the touch area 132 and the dispensing area 131 are not needed, the flap 120 is flipped to the first position, at which point the touch area 132 and the dispensing area 131 are hidden, reducing external contamination of the dispensing area 131, preventing water from entering the touch area 132, and also preventing accidental touches on the touch area 132. In addition, this technology effectively prevents children from accidentally touching or operating the washing machine, thus avoiding unnecessary harm. The hidden design of the dispensing area 131 also prevents children from accidentally ingesting detergent.

[0089] In this embodiment, a touch control device is correspondingly provided in the touch area 132; the touch control device is disposed within the flip panel 120. The touch area 132 can be a knob-type touch area 132 or a touchscreen-type touch area 132. Operations on the touch area 132 can input commands to the touch control device, such as selecting a function mode.

[0090] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 17 As shown, the dispensing area 131 is a receiving groove S2 formed on the flap 120, and the receiving groove S2 has a dispensing opening; the dispensing opening is exposed outside the receiving cavity S1 when the flap 120 is in the second position. In this embodiment, the dispensing area 131 is formed on the flap 120 to reduce the number of parts. The receiving groove S2 is the first structure for the laundry material to flow into the garment handling equipment 1000. When the flap 120 is in the second position, the dispensing opening is exposed outside the receiving cavity S1, making it convenient for the user to dispense the laundry material while standing.

[0091] In this embodiment, the number of receiving slots S2 can be one or more. For example... Figure 17 As shown, there are two containers S2, which can be used to add detergent and fabric softener respectively. Alternatively, there can be three containers S2, which can be used to add detergent, fabric softener, and disinfectant respectively. Or, there can be a single container S2 used only for adding detergent.

[0092] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 17 As shown, the bottom S21 of the receiving tank S2 extends downward at an angle from front to back, and the rear wall of the receiving tank S2 is provided with a drain outlet S22. In the laundry treatment device 1000, the front side is the side facing the user. The drum of the laundry treatment device 1000 is located inside it at the rear. Therefore, the bottom S21 of the receiving tank S2 extends downward at an angle from front to back, so that the detergent flows backward under the action of gravity and flows to the drain outlet S22 on the rear wall of the receiving tank S2, flowing into the interior of the laundry treatment device 1000.

[0093] In this embodiment, the drain port S22 can be directly connected to the drum; the drain port S22 can also be connected through the dispensing and processing device 190, which is connected to the drum.

[0094] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 16 , Figure 17As shown, the dispensing area 131 and the touch area 132 are spaced apart along their length. The flap 120 has an overflow trough S3 on the side of the dispensing area 131 away from the touch area 132, and the overflow trough S3 is connected to the receiving trough S2. In this embodiment, the overflow trough S3 is provided to guide the detergent out when the user pours in excessive detergent, preventing it from overflowing into the touch area 132 and improving the safety of the touch area 132.

[0095] In addition, the overflow groove S3 can also serve as a finger groove for the user, allowing the user to operate the flap 120. For example, in the structure of the damper 180, the user can use the finger groove to pry open the flap 120 and control the flipping speed of the flap 120.

[0096] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 17 As shown, a flip cover 1311 is rotatably mounted on the flip plate 120. The flip cover 1311 has a covered position to cover the dispensing port and an open position to open the dispensing port. In this embodiment, the user can open or close the dispensing port by operating the flip cover 1311. An overflow groove S3 is provided to allow the user's fingers to reach the flip cover 1311 and open it. In this embodiment, a shaft is provided on the flip cover 1311, and a shaft hole is provided on the flip plate 120, with the shaft and shaft hole rotatably engaged.

[0097] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, such as Figure 18 As shown, the garment processing equipment 1000 also includes a dispensing device 190, which is located inside the housing 110 and is used to dispense washing materials into the drum of the garment processing equipment 1000. The dispensing area 131 is connected to the dispensing device 190 via a flexible hose 191. In this embodiment, the dispensing area 131 moves with the flap 120, and the dispensing area 131 is connected to the dispensing device 190 via the flexible hose 191. This allows the flexible hose 191 to adapt its position when the flap 120 moves, so that the movement of the dispensing area 131 is not constrained by the hose.

[0098] In this embodiment, the dispensing and processing device 190 can be a quantitative dispensing device, a timed dispensing device, or other devices used to control the amount and usage time of the washing materials. The dispensing and processing device 190 can also be a temporary storage device for the washing materials, allowing the user to temporarily store a certain amount of washing materials in the dispensing and processing device 190, which then dispenses them into the drum when needed. The dispensing and processing device 190 is not the focus of this application's improvement; existing dispensing and processing devices 190 can be used.

[0099] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, combined with Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 16 As shown, the flip panel 120 includes a panel 123 and a support plate 122; the panel 123 and the support plate 122 are arranged at an angle; the operation module 130 is disposed on the support plate 122; when the flip panel 120 is in the first position, the panel 123 is flush with the opening S11 of the receiving cavity S1. In this embodiment, when the flip panel 120 is in the first position, the panel 123 is flush with the opening S11 of the receiving cavity S1, so that when the operation module 130 is hidden, the flip panel 120 is flush with the body, giving it an industrial aesthetic and improving the integration of the appliance into the home environment.

[0100] In some embodiments, the flap 120 can be a prism structure with two side plates 121 at both ends, and a panel 123 and a support plate 122 on its other two sides, with the other side always in an area not visible to the user. The included angle between the panel 123 and the support plate 122 is set to an acute angle or a right angle, for example, the angle can be set between 60° and 90°.

[0101] In some embodiments, such as Figure 16 As shown, the panel 123 is provided with a sensing device 141 or a button device 142. The sensing device 141 is used to receive the user's sensing operation to generate a sensing signal, or the button device 142 is used to receive the user's pressing operation to generate a pressing signal. The sensing signal or the pressing signal is used to make the flip plate 120 rotate between the first position and the second position.

[0102] In this embodiment, the sensing device 141 or the button device 142 is used to control the rotation of the flip panel 120. For example, the button device 142 on the user operation panel 123 controls the operation of the first drive mechanism 150 or the second drive mechanism 160. Alternatively, the sensing device 141 controls the operation of the first drive mechanism 150 or the second drive mechanism 160 by sensing the user's gesture operation.

[0103] In some embodiments, the case device may be disposed flush with the flat plate 123.

[0104] In some embodiments, the sensing device 141 may be an infrared device or an electromagnetic sensing device. When a user approaches the sensing device 141 at a certain distance (generally within 20cm) and waves, the sensing device 141 generates a sensing signal, which is transmitted to the first drive mechanism 150 or the second drive mechanism 160 through the computer board. The first drive mechanism 150 or the second drive mechanism 160 then moves the flip plate 120.

[0105] In the above embodiments, this case integrates the touch area 132 and the dispensing area 131 onto the flip plate 120, enabling the touch area 132 and the dispensing area 131 to be flipped open or closed and hidden as a whole. This achieves a true flush-mounted design, allowing users to stand while selecting programs and dispensing washing solvent, which is very convenient for the elderly and disabled. It also prevents children from accidentally touching or opening the machine and prevents the touch device from malfunctioning due to frequent leakage. Moreover, the technical solution of this application has an aesthetically pleasing overall appearance and a simple and easy-to-implement structure.

[0106] The above description is merely an optional embodiment of this application and does not limit the patent scope of this application. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the content of the specification and drawings of this application under the concept of this application, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: The box body has a receiving cavity; A flap, which is rotatably connected to the box body, and has a first position and a second position; An operation module is disposed on the flap; when the flap is in the first position, the operation module is hidden inside the receiving cavity; when the flap is in the second position, the operation module is exposed outside the receiving cavity and faces upward.

2. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flap is provided with a rotating connection part, which is used to make the flap rotate relative to the box body; wherein, the rotating connection part is provided on the side plate of the flap in the length direction, and in the height direction it is located below the operation module and away from the operation module.

3. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The rotating connection includes a rotating shaft hole; the clothing processing equipment includes a first driving mechanism, which is disposed on the housing; the first driving mechanism includes a driving shaft, which is fastened to the rotating shaft hole.

4. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment also includes a controller, which is signal-connected to the first drive mechanism.

5. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment includes a second drive mechanism, which is mounted on the housing; the second drive mechanism includes a drive gear; a driven gear is provided on the side plate, and the drive gear meshes with the driven gear to drive the flip plate to rotate.

6. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 5, characterized in that, An arc-shaped groove is provided on the side plate, and the drive gear is embedded in the arc-shaped groove; the side wall of the arc-shaped groove is constructed as the driven gear.

7. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment also includes a controller, which is signal-connected to the second drive mechanism.

8. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment also includes a damper, which is connected to the housing; the damper is also connected to the rotating connection.

9. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The flip plate is provided with a locking tongue; the box body is provided with a push-type locking buckle; the locking tongue and the push-type locking buckle can cooperate; the locking tongue is located away from the rotating connection part in the height direction; When the flap is pressed, the latch is unlocked from the push-button locking buckle or the push-button locking buckle locks the latch.

10. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A limiting block is provided on the flip plate; a first limiting member is provided on the box body; when the flip plate moves from the first position to the second position, the limiting block abuts against the first limiting member.

11. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 10, characterized in that, The box body is provided with a second limiting member; the limiting block abuts against the second limiting member when the flap rotates from the second position to the first position.

12. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The housing is provided with a guide groove, and the limiting block is embedded in the guide groove; the two side walls of the guide groove in the rotation direction of the limiting block are the first limiting member and the second limiting member, respectively.

13. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The operation module includes a touch area and a dispensing area; the dispensing area is suitable for the user to dispense detergent; the touch area is suitable for the user to input washing instructions to the clothing processing device.

14. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 13, characterized in that, The dispensing area is a receiving groove formed on the flip plate, and the receiving groove has a dispensing port; the dispensing port is exposed outside the receiving cavity when the flip plate is in the second position.

15. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 14, characterized in that, The bottom of the receiving tank extends downwards in a front-to-back direction, and the rear wall of the receiving tank is provided with a drain outlet.

16. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 14, characterized in that, The delivery area and the touch area are spaced apart along the length; the flip plate has an overflow groove on the side of the delivery area away from the touch area, and the overflow groove is connected to the receiving groove.

17. The garment processing apparatus as described in any one of claims 14 to 16, characterized in that, The flip plate is rotatably equipped with a flip cover, which has a covering position to cover the dispensing port and an opening position to open the dispensing port.

18. The garment processing apparatus as described in any one of claims 13-16, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment also includes a dispensing device, which is located inside the housing and is used to dispense detergent into the drum of the garment processing equipment; the dispensing area is connected to the dispensing device via a hose.

19. The garment processing equipment as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The flip plate includes a panel and a support plate; the panel and the support plate are arranged at an angle; the operation module is provided on the support plate; the panel is flush with the opening of the receiving cavity when the flip plate is in the first position.

20. The garment processing apparatus as described in claim 19, characterized in that, The panel is provided with a sensing device or a button device. The sensing device is used to receive the user's sensing operation to generate a sensing signal, or the button device is used to receive the user's pressing operation to generate a pressing signal. The sensing signal or the pressing signal is used to make the flip panel rotate between the first position and the second position.

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