Intelligent feeding device and washing and drying all-in-one machine

Abstract

The utility model discloses an intelligent feeding device and a washing and drying all-in-one machine, the feeding device comprises a box body, a support, four liquid storage boxes, four flow control valves, a stirring assembly and a nozzle assembly, a mixing cavity is formed in the box body, and a liquid outlet is formed in the bottom of the mixing cavity; the bracket is arranged at the top of the box body, and four mounting spaces are formed in the bracket; the liquid storage boxes are slidably mounted in the mounting spaces in a one-to-one correspondence manner, three of the liquid storage boxes are used for storing a main washing agent, a softener and a disinfectant respectively, the remaining liquid storage box is used for storing clean water or is vacant, and a connecting pipeline is arranged between each liquid storage box and the mixing cavity, so that liquid in the liquid storage box enters the mixing cavity; the four flow control valves are arranged on the connecting pipeline; the stirring end of the stirring assembly is arranged in the mixing cavity; the input end of the nozzle assembly is connected with the liquid outlet, and the output end is located below the box body. The device is compact in structure, small in occupied space and capable of meeting the requirements for storage and mixed feeding of various liquid detergents.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of washer-dryer combos, and more particularly to an intelligent dispensing device and a washer-dryer combo. Background Technology

[0002] As washer-dryer combo technology continues to develop, the intelligent dispensing device, a key component for enhancing the automation and convenience of these machines, is facing numerous challenges. Existing intelligent dispensing devices for washer-dryers typically require multiple independent storage chambers to hold different liquids, and an additional mixing chamber to mix the different liquids in a specific ratio during dispensing. However, this design makes the entire dispensing device extremely bulky, occupying a significant amount of internal space, increasing the size and weight of the washer-dryer combo, and its complex structure also raises production costs and assembly difficulties. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this application is to provide an intelligent dispensing device and a washer-dryer combo machine, which has a compact structure, occupies little space, and can meet the storage and mixing dispensing needs of various liquid detergents.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] On the one hand, an intelligent dispensing device is provided, comprising: a box body, wherein a mixing chamber is formed inside the box body, and a liquid outlet is provided at the bottom of the mixing chamber;

[0006] A bracket is provided on the top of the box, and four mounting spaces are formed within the bracket.

[0007] Four liquid storage boxes are slidably installed in the installation space, one-to-one. Three of the liquid storage boxes are used to store the main detergent, fabric softener and disinfectant respectively, and the remaining liquid storage box is used to store clean water or is empty. A connecting pipe is provided between the liquid storage box and the mixing chamber so that the liquid in the liquid storage box enters the mixing chamber.

[0008] Four flow control valves are installed on the connecting pipe to control the flow rate of the liquid input into the mixing chamber;

[0009] A stirring assembly, wherein the stirring end is disposed within the mixing chamber;

[0010] The nozzle assembly has its input end connected to the liquid outlet and its output end located below the housing.

[0011] Furthermore, the top of the liquid storage box is provided with a liquid filling port, and a sealing plug is provided at the liquid filling port.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes a protective sleeve, which is fitted onto the flow control valve.

[0013] Furthermore, the stirring assembly includes a drive motor and stirring blades. The drive motor is mounted on the bracket, and its drive shaft extends into the mixing chamber and is connected to the stirring blades.

[0014] Furthermore, the stirring blade includes multiple arc-shaped blades, which are evenly arranged circumferentially on the outer wall of the drive shaft.

[0015] Furthermore, the bottom of the bracket is provided with a clearance groove for avoiding the flow control valve.

[0016] Furthermore, a handle is provided on the outer side of the liquid storage box.

[0017] Furthermore, a positioning structure is provided at the connection point between the box and the bracket.

[0018] Furthermore, the positioning structure includes positioning grooves at the four corners of the top of the box and positioning protrusions on the bottom of the bracket that cooperate with the positioning grooves for positioning.

[0019] On the other hand, a washer-dryer combo is also provided, including the intelligent dispensing device as described above.

[0020] The beneficial effects of this application are as follows: four liquid storage boxes are slidably installed in the installation space of the bracket. Three of them store the main detergent, fabric softener and disinfectant respectively, and the other can store clean water or be empty. Each liquid storage box is connected to the mixing chamber through a connecting pipe. Four flow control valves are set on the connecting pipes, which can accurately control the flow rate of liquid input into the mixing chamber from each liquid storage box according to a preset program or user instructions. The liquid entering the mixing chamber is fully mixed under the action of the stirring component, and then flows out through the liquid outlet at the bottom of the mixing chamber and is accurately sprayed into the washing drum of the washer-dryer through the nozzle assembly. This device offers significant advantages. Firstly, its compact structure, with four sliding liquid storage boxes, reduces space requirements and aligns with the miniaturization needs of washer-dryer combos, helping to reduce the size of the machine and save home space. Secondly, it meets the needs for storing and mixing various liquid detergents. The four storage boxes can store different detergents, the flow control valve precisely controls the flow rate, and the stirring component thoroughly mixes them, enabling accurate dispensing of multiple detergents in appropriate proportions, thus improving washing performance. Furthermore, it is flexible and highly intelligent, allowing users to adjust the flow control valve parameters to achieve personalized washing settings and enhance the user experience. The sliding installation of the liquid storage boxes also facilitates maintenance and detergent replacement, reducing operating and time costs. Attached Figure Description

[0021] The present application will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the intelligent dispensing device described in the embodiments of this application;

[0023] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the intelligent dispensing device described in the embodiments of this application;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the box body described in the embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the bracket described in the embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the liquid storage box described in the embodiment of this application.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Box body; 101. Mixing chamber; 102. Liquid outlet; 103. Positioning groove; 2. Bracket; 201. Installation space; 202. Clearance groove; 203. Positioning protrusion; 3. Liquid storage box; 301. Liquid inlet; 302. Handle; 4. Flow control valve; 5. Stirring assembly; 501. Drive motor; 502. Stirring blades; 6. Connecting pipe; 7. Sealing plug; 8. Protective sleeve; 9. Nozzle assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the technical problems solved by this application, the technical solutions adopted, and the technical effects achieved clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application are further described in detail below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0029] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0030] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0031] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, this embodiment provides an intelligent dispensing device, including: a box body 1, a support 2, four liquid storage boxes 3, four flow control valves 4, a stirring assembly 5, and a nozzle assembly 9. The box body 1 has a mixing chamber 101 inside, and a liquid outlet 102 is provided at the bottom of the mixing chamber 101. The support 2 is disposed on the top of the box body 1, and four installation spaces 201 are formed within the support 2. The liquid storage boxes 3 are slidably installed in the installation spaces 201, with three of the liquid storage boxes 3 respectively used to store the main detergent, fabric softener, etc. The mixture contains an agent and a disinfectant. One of the remaining liquid storage boxes 3 is used to store clean water or is left empty. A connecting pipe 6 is provided between the liquid storage box 3 and the mixing chamber 101, allowing the liquid in the liquid storage box 3 to enter the mixing chamber 101. Four flow control valves 4 are located on the connecting pipe 6 to control the flow rate of the liquid input into the mixing chamber 101. The stirring end of the stirring assembly 5 is located inside the mixing chamber 101. The input end of the nozzle assembly 9 is connected to the liquid outlet 102, and its output end is located below the box body 1.

[0032] Based on the above scheme, four liquid storage boxes 3 are slidably installed in the installation space 201 of the bracket 2. Three of the liquid storage boxes 3 are used to store the main detergent, fabric softener, and disinfectant, respectively, while the remaining liquid storage box 3 can be used to store clean water or left empty, depending on actual needs. Each liquid storage box 3 is connected to the mixing chamber 101 via a connecting pipe 6, allowing the liquid in the liquid storage box 3 to enter the mixing chamber 101 under pressure or other driving action. When detergent needs to be added, four flow control valves 4 open the corresponding valves according to a preset program or user instructions. The flow control valves 4 are installed on the connecting pipe 6 and can precisely control the flow rate of liquid input from each liquid storage box 3 into the mixing chamber 101. For example, according to the requirements of the washing program, the flow rate of the main detergent is controlled to a larger value, while the flow rates of the fabric softener and disinfectant are controlled to a smaller value, so as to achieve the mixing of different detergents in a suitable proportion. The main detergent, fabric softener, disinfectant (and possibly clean water) entering the mixing chamber 101 are fully mixed under the action of the stirring component 5. The stirring end of the stirring assembly 5 is located inside the mixing chamber 101. Through rotation or other motion, it rapidly and evenly mixes various liquids together to form a mixed detergent that meets washing requirements. The mixed detergent flows out through the outlet 102 at the bottom of the mixing chamber 101 and passes through the nozzle assembly 9. The input end of the nozzle assembly 9 is connected to the outlet 102, and the output end is located below the housing 1, enabling it to accurately spray the mixed detergent into the washing drum of the washer-dryer combo, thereby achieving the washing of clothes.

[0033] In summary, the technical advantages of this intelligent dispensing device include: First, the four liquid storage boxes 3 are slidably installed within the installation space 201 of the bracket 2, resulting in a compact overall structure. Compared to the existing technology that uses multiple storage chambers and a mixing chamber 101, leading to a bulky structure, this significantly reduces the space occupied. This allows the intelligent dispensing device to adapt to the miniaturization design requirements of washer-dryer combos, helping to reduce the size of the combo and save home space. Second, by setting up four liquid storage boxes 3, which are used to store main detergent, fabric softener, disinfectant, and water (or leave empty), the device can meet the storage needs of various liquid detergents. Simultaneously, the flow control valve 4 precisely controls the flow rate of various detergents into the mixing chamber 101, working in conjunction with the stirring component 5 for thorough mixing. This ensures accurate dispensing of multiple liquid detergents mixed in appropriate proportions, improving washing performance and meeting diverse user washing needs. Finally, the flow control valve 4 can precisely control the liquid flow rate according to a preset program or user commands, making detergent dispensing more flexible and intelligent. Users can adjust the parameters of the flow control valve 4 to personalize washing settings based on factors such as the material of the clothing and the degree of soiling, thus enhancing the user experience. Finally, the liquid reservoir 3 uses a sliding installation method, making it easy for users to remove it from the bracket 2 for adding or replacing detergent. This design improves the ease of maintenance and reduces user operating costs and time.

[0034] Furthermore, the top of the liquid storage box 3 is provided with a filling port 301, and a sealing plug 7 is provided at the filling port 301. The filling port 301 at the top of the liquid storage box 3 provides a channel for users to add detergent. When the detergent in the liquid storage box 3 is used up, users can add the corresponding main detergent, fabric softener, disinfectant, or water through the filling port 301. The sealing plug 7 at the filling port 301 plays a crucial sealing role. When no detergent is being added, covering the filling port 301 with the sealing plug 7 can effectively prevent detergent leakage from the liquid storage box 3, avoiding waste due to evaporation or overflow, and also preventing external impurities, dust, etc. from entering the liquid storage box 3 and contaminating the detergent, ensuring the quality and performance of the detergent. This design not only makes it convenient for users to replenish detergent at any time, but also ensures the safety and stability of the detergent stored in the liquid storage box 3.

[0035] In some embodiments, the protective sleeve 8 is designed to be tightly fitted around the flow control valve 4 located within the mixing chamber 101. The mixing chamber 101 is filled with various washing liquids, which may contain different chemical components and impurities. The protective sleeve 8 acts as a robust barrier, isolating the flow control valve 4 from the external liquid environment and preventing direct contact between the liquid and the flow control valve 4. This protective sleeve 8 offers several beneficial effects. First, it effectively prevents liquid contamination of the flow control valve 4, prevents chemical substances in the liquid from corroding the precision components of the flow control valve 4, extends the service life of the flow control valve 4, and reduces the cost of frequent replacements due to damage to the flow control valve 4. Second, because the flow control valve 4 is unaffected by liquid contamination, it can maintain precise control, ensuring that various detergents are accurately and stably input into the mixing chamber 101 according to the preset flow rate, thereby ensuring accurate mixing ratios of the detergents and improving the stability and consistency of the washing effect of the washer-dryer combo. In addition, the protective cover 8 reduces the overall performance degradation and maintenance frequency of the washer-dryer combo caused by the failure of the flow control valve 4, providing users with more reliable and efficient washing services and improving the user experience.

[0036] Specifically, the drive motor 501 in the mixing assembly 5 is mounted on the bracket 2, and its drive shaft extends into the mixing chamber 101 and is connected to the mixing blades 502. During operation, the drive motor 501 starts, transmitting power to the mixing blades 502 via the drive shaft, causing the mixing blades 502 to rotate within the mixing chamber 101. When various detergents (main detergent, fabric softener, disinfectant, etc.) enter the mixing chamber 101 through the connecting pipe 6, the rotation of the mixing blades 502 generates a strong stirring effect on the liquid within the mixing chamber 101, ensuring thorough and uniform mixing of the different detergents. This efficient stirring action ensures that the various detergents can be mixed quickly and thoroughly, improving the quality and consistency of the mixed detergents. This allows the washer-dryer combo to maximize the effectiveness of each detergent during the washing process, thereby enhancing the washing effect. For example, the main detergent, fabric softener, and disinfectant can be evenly dispersed in the mixed liquid, better removing stains from clothes, softening clothes, and providing disinfection and sterilization. The drive motor 501 is mounted on the bracket 2. The structure is reasonable and easy to install and maintain. At the same time, the drive shaft extends directly to the mixing chamber 101 and connects to the stirring blade 502. The power transmission efficiency is high, energy loss is reduced, and the working efficiency and stability of the stirring component 5 are improved, which helps the washing and drying machine to operate stably for a long time.

[0037] More specifically, the stirring blades 502 consist of multiple circumferentially evenly arranged arc-shaped blades on the outer wall of the drive shaft. When the drive motor 501 drives the drive shaft to rotate, these arc-shaped blades rotate synchronously. Within the mixing chamber 101, the special arc-shaped structure of the arc-shaped blades generates complex and efficient fluid motion during rotation. On one hand, the rotating arc-shaped blades generate thrust and shear force on the surrounding liquid, resulting in strong convection and diffusion between different detergents, promoting rapid mixing of various liquids. The arc-shaped blades at different positions cooperate to form an all-around stirring effect within the mixing chamber 101, avoiding mixing dead zones. From the perspective of mixing effect, multiple circumferentially evenly distributed arc-shaped blades can significantly improve mixing efficiency, allowing various detergents such as main detergent, fabric softener, and disinfectant to be fully and evenly mixed in a shorter time, ensuring the stability of the mixed detergent performance, thereby improving the washing quality of the washer-dryer combo. For example, during the washing process, a uniformly mixed detergent can more effectively remove stubborn stains from clothing, while allowing fabric softener and disinfectant to adhere evenly to the fabric, achieving better softening and disinfection effects. From the perspective of equipment stability, the uniform distribution of the arc-shaped blades makes the forces generated during the mixing process more balanced, reducing the risk of damage to the drive shaft and mixing blades 502 caused by uneven local force, and extending the service life of the mixing assembly 5. In addition, this design also helps to reduce noise during the mixing process, providing users with a quieter and more comfortable operating environment.

[0038] It is worth noting that the design of coating the curved plate with an anti-stick coating has a unique working principle and significant beneficial effects. During operation, various detergent liquids in the mixing chamber 101 continuously come into contact with the curved plate, and the anti-stick coating can effectively change the physical and chemical properties of the curved plate surface. From a physical perspective, the anti-stick coating makes the curved plate surface smoother, reducing the friction between the liquid and the curved plate surface, thereby reducing the adhesion of the liquid to the curved plate surface. From a chemical perspective, the anti-stick coating may have a special molecular structure, making it difficult for the components in the detergent liquid to chemically react with the coating or to produce a strong adsorption effect.

[0039] Optionally, the bottom of the bracket 2 is provided with a clearance groove 202 to avoid the flow control valve 4. Since the flow control valve 4 is mounted on the liquid storage box 3, and the liquid storage box 3 needs to be integrally slidably assembled with the bracket 2, the flow control valve 4 will move along with the liquid storage box 3 when the liquid storage box 3 slides within the mounting space 201 of the bracket 2. Without the clearance groove 202, the flow control valve 4 may collide with or be obstructed by the bottom of the bracket 2, preventing the liquid storage box 3 from being properly installed. The presence of the clearance groove 202 allows the flow control valve 4 to pass smoothly through the bottom of the bracket 2, ensuring that the liquid storage box 3 can be smoothly slidably installed onto the bracket 2.

[0040] Preferably, a handle 302 is provided on the outer side of the liquid storage box 3. Its working principle is mainly based on providing users with a convenient point of leverage. When users need to operate the liquid storage box 3, such as removing the liquid storage box 3 to add detergent, replace detergent, or clean and maintain the liquid storage box 3, the handle 302 becomes the key part for users to apply force. Users only need to hold the handle 302 to easily pull out or push the liquid storage box 3 from the installation space 201 of the bracket 2, without having to move the main body of the liquid storage box 3 directly, thus reducing the difficulty of operation.

[0041] In some embodiments, the positioning structure at the connection point between the box 1 and the bracket 2 consists of positioning grooves 103 at the four corners of the top of the box 1, and positioning protrusions 203 protruding from the bottom of the bracket 2 and engaging with the positioning grooves 103 for positioning. When the box 1 needs to be installed onto the bracket 2, the operator brings the box 1 close to the bracket 2, ensuring that the positioning protrusions 203 at the bottom of the bracket 2 are accurately aligned with the positioning grooves 103 at the top of the box 1. As the box 1 gradually fits into the bracket 2, the positioning protrusions 203 embed into the positioning grooves 103. Through this interlocking mechanism, precise positioning of the box 1 and the bracket 2 at the connection point is achieved. This positioning method ensures that the box 1 is accurately positioned on the bracket 2 and guarantees the stability of the relative positional relationship between the various components.

[0042] On the other hand, a washer-dryer combo is also provided, including the intelligent dispensing device as described above.

[0043] In the description herein, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and other orientations or positional relationships are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used merely for descriptive distinction and have no special meaning.

[0044] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0045] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style of the specification is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

[0046] The technical principles of this application have been described above with reference to specific embodiments. These descriptions are merely for explaining the principles of this application and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application in any way. Based on this explanation, those skilled in the art can readily conceive of other specific embodiments of this application without inventive effort, and these embodiments will all fall within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. An intelligent dispensing device, characterized in that, include: The box body has a mixing chamber inside, and a liquid outlet is provided at the bottom of the mixing chamber; A bracket is provided on the top of the box, and four mounting spaces are formed within the bracket. Four liquid storage boxes are slidably installed in the installation space, one-to-one. Three of the liquid storage boxes are used to store the main detergent, fabric softener and disinfectant respectively, and the remaining liquid storage box is used to store clean water or is empty. A connecting pipe is provided between the liquid storage box and the mixing chamber so that the liquid in the liquid storage box enters the mixing chamber. Four flow control valves are installed on the connecting pipe to control the flow rate of the liquid input into the mixing chamber; A stirring assembly, wherein the stirring end is disposed within the mixing chamber; The nozzle assembly has its input end connected to the liquid outlet and its output end located below the housing.

2. The intelligent dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the liquid storage box is provided with a liquid filling port, and a sealing plug is provided at the liquid filling port.

3. The intelligent dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a protective sleeve, which is fitted onto the flow control valve.

4. The intelligent dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The stirring assembly includes a drive motor and stirring blades. The drive motor is mounted on the bracket, and its drive shaft extends into the mixing chamber and is connected to the stirring blades.

5. The intelligent dispensing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The stirring blades include multiple arc-shaped blades, which are evenly arranged circumferentially on the outer wall of the drive shaft.

6. The intelligent dispensing device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The bottom of the bracket is provided with a clearance groove for avoiding the flow control valve.

7. The intelligent dispensing device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The outer side of the liquid storage box is provided with a handle.

8. The intelligent dispensing device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The connection between the box and the bracket is provided with a positioning structure.

9. The intelligent dispensing device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The positioning structure includes positioning grooves at the four corners of the top of the box and positioning protrusions at the bottom of the bracket that cooperate with the positioning grooves for positioning.

10. A washer-dryer combo, characterized in that, Includes the intelligent dispensing device as described in any one of claims 1-9.

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