Panel assembly and intelligent electric appliance

Abstract

The utility model provides a panel assembly and an intelligent electric appliance, and relates to the technical field of kitchen electric appliances. The utility model provides a panel assembly. The panel assembly comprises a panel body and a magnetic attraction module. The magnetic suction module is connected to one side of the panel main body; the integrated control module is located on the side, away from the magnetic suction module, of the panel body. The magnetic attraction module comprises at least three first magnetic parts, and the polarity of at least one first magnetic part is different from the polarity of other first magnetic parts; at least three second magnetic parts are arranged in the integrated control module, the first magnetic parts and the second magnetic parts are in one-to-one correspondence, and the polarities of the first magnetic parts and the second magnetic parts which are oppositely arranged are different. According to the invention, when the adsorption position of the integrated control module is staggered and deflected, automatic torsion fine adjustment can be realized, so that automatic alignment of the adsorption position of the integrated control module is realized, and centering of the adsorption position of the integrated control module is ensured; and meanwhile, the user does not need to manually adjust, so that the use comfort of the user is improved, and the user experience is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of kitchen appliance technology, and more particularly to a panel assembly and a smart appliance. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of technology, intelligent voice assistants have become an indispensable part of life.

[0003] In the kitchen appliance industry, digital cooking products—such as the Voice Magic Box—can enable interconnection and interoperability among various kitchen appliances, including range hoods, smart cooktops, dishwashers, and steam ovens. Through a single terminal voice device, users can control multiple cooking appliances using their voice commands.

[0004] In related technologies, when users purchase a steam oven and configure accessories such as a voice control box, these accessories are attached to the steam oven. However, the attachment position of the voice control box is prone to misalignment, and it cannot effectively achieve automatic twisting and fine-tuning. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a panel assembly and a smart appliance to solve the technical problems of current voice magic boxes, such as the easy misalignment of the magnetic attachment position and the inability to achieve automatic twisting and fine adjustment.

[0006] A first aspect of this application provides a panel assembly for a smart appliance, the smart appliance having an integrated control module; the panel assembly includes a panel body and a magnetic module; the magnetic module is connected to one side of the panel body; the integrated control module is located on the side of the panel body opposite to the magnetic module; the magnetic module includes at least three first magnetic elements, at least one of which has a polarity different from the other first magnetic elements; the integrated control module has at least three second magnetic elements, the first magnetic elements and the second magnetic elements are one-to-one corresponding, and the polarities of the oppositely arranged first magnetic elements and second magnetic elements are different.

[0007] In some embodiments, the number of the two first magnetic elements with opposite polarities is different.

[0008] In some embodiments, the magnetic module further includes a magnetic support, wherein at least three first magnetic elements are disposed on the magnetic support and arranged in an array on the magnetic support.

[0009] In some embodiments, the magnetic distribution of the array of at least three first magnetic elements is arranged non-centrally symmetrically with respect to the center of the magnetic support.

[0010] In some embodiments, there are three first magnetic elements, and the magnetic bracket is provided with a plurality of mounting holes. The three first magnetic elements are respectively disposed in different mounting holes; the polarity of one of the first magnetic elements is different from that of the other two first magnetic elements.

[0011] In some embodiments, a plurality of mounting holes are distributed at each corner of the magnetic bracket; the mounting holes penetrate both sides of the magnetic bracket in the thickness direction, and the first magnetic element is in contact with the surface of the panel body.

[0012] A second aspect of this application provides a smart appliance, the smart appliance including a housing, a door, and a panel assembly, the door being openable and closable relative to the housing; the panel assembly being connected to the housing, and the panel assembly and the door being located on the same side of the housing; an integrated control module being attached to the panel assembly.

[0013] In some embodiments, the integrated control module has a side buffer facing the panel assembly, the buffer abutting against the surface of the panel assembly.

[0014] In some embodiments, the integrated control module includes a speaker, a voice receiving unit, and a communication unit. The speaker is configured to broadcast voice information of the smart appliance, the voice receiving unit is configured to receive external voice information, and the communication unit is configured to wirelessly communicate with the controller of the smart appliance.

[0015] In some embodiments, the smart appliance is a cooking appliance, the cooking appliance includes a water tank, one end of the panel assembly is provided with a water tank hole opposite to the water tank, and the magnetic module and the integrated control module are located at the end of the panel assembly away from the water tank hole.

[0016] This application provides a panel assembly and a smart appliance. The panel assembly includes a panel body and a magnetic module. The magnetic module includes at least three first magnetic elements, at least one of which has a polarity different from the other first magnetic elements. By setting the first magnetic elements to two polarities, when the adsorption position of the integrated control module is misaligned, the first and second magnetic elements can ensure both adsorption force and torsional repulsion force during misalignment. Under the action of this torsional repulsion force, automatic torsional fine-tuning can be achieved, and the element can be torn back to the attractive state, thus automatically aligning the adsorption position of the integrated control module and ensuring its centered position. Simultaneously, no manual adjustment by the user is required, which helps improve user comfort and enhances the user experience.

[0017] In addition to the technical problems solved by the embodiments of this application, the technical features constituting the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by the technical features of these technical solutions described above, other technical problems that can be solved by the panel components and smart appliances provided by this application, other technical features included in the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by these technical features will be further explained in detail in the specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0018] 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 some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a smart appliance provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the rear structure of the panel assembly of a smart appliance provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A partially enlarged structural diagram of section I;

[0022] Figure 4 An exploded view of the magnetic module, panel body, and integrated control module of the smart appliance provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A partially enlarged structural diagram of section II;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the magnetic bracket for a smart appliance provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a simplified schematic diagram showing that the magnetic distribution of the first magnetic element provided in the embodiment of this application is non-centrally symmetrical with respect to the center of the magnetic support.

[0026] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0027] 100 - Panel assembly;

[0028] 110 - Panel body; 120 - Magnetic module; 121 - Magnetic bracket;

[0029] 122 - First magnetic component; 123 - Mounting hole; 124 - Mounting bracket;

[0030] 125 - Clearance opening; 126 - Magnetic cover plate;

[0031] 200 - Intelligent appliance; 210 - Cabinet; 220 - Cabinet door;

[0032] 230 - Water tank hole; 240 - Integrated control module; 241 - Second magnetic component. Detailed Implementation

[0033] Digital cooking products – accessories such as voice boxes or voice speakers – enable interconnection and interoperability of various kitchen appliances such as range hoods, smart cooktops, dishwashers, and steam ovens. Through a single terminal voice device, multiple cooking appliances can be controlled by voice.

[0034] In related technologies, when users purchase a steam oven and add accessories such as a voice speaker, the steam oven provides a magnetic attachment point. Specifically, the voice speaker can be attached to the steam oven using a magnet. However, if the voice speaker has magnetic markings or a charging connector, the magnet is prone to misalignment, causing the speaker's attachment point to become misplaced and failing to achieve proper automatic alignment. Therefore, to achieve automatic alignment of the voice speaker's attachment point and ensure its centered position, a magnet needs to be designed on the cooking appliance that can automatically twist and fine-tune when the speaker's attachment point is misaligned.

[0035] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a panel assembly and a smart appliance. The panel assembly includes a panel body and a magnetic module. The magnetic module includes at least three first magnetic elements, with at least one first magnetic element having a polarity different from the other first magnetic elements. By setting the first magnetic elements to two polarities, when the adsorption position of the integrated control module is misaligned, this application ensures that there is both an adsorption force and a torsional repulsive force between the first and second magnetic elements. Under the action of this torsional repulsive force, automatic torsional fine-tuning can be achieved, and the element can be torn back to the attractive state, thus achieving automatic alignment of the adsorption position of the integrated control module and ensuring that the adsorption position of the integrated control module is centered. At the same time, no manual adjustment by the user is required, which helps to improve user comfort and enhance the user experience.

[0036] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar components or components having the same or similar functions throughout. The described embodiments are some, but not all, embodiments of this application. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0037] Reference Figure 1 As shown in the illustration, this application provides a smart appliance 200. In this embodiment, the type of smart appliance 200 is not limited. For example, the smart appliance 200 can be a smart cooking appliance; or, the smart appliance 200 can be a smart refrigerator; or, the smart appliance 200 can be a smart gas stove or a smart microwave oven. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0038] In this embodiment, the smart appliance 200 is mainly used as a cooking appliance for illustration. For example, the cooking appliance can be an oven, a steam oven, a steam oven, or a steam oven, etc. In this embodiment, a steam oven is mainly used as an example for illustration.

[0039] A steam oven is an all-in-one appliance that combines the functions of a gas stove, steamer, and oven. Because one appliance can function as multiple independent kitchen appliances, it allows for simultaneous stir-frying / stewing on the top and steaming / baking on the bottom, freeing up kitchen space. Its principle is to use the appliance's heating system to heat water into steam, which is then used to steam, bake, or cook food.

[0040] In the embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 1 As shown, the smart appliance 200 includes a housing 210, a door 220, and a panel assembly 100. The door 220 is openable and closable relative to the housing 210. The panel assembly 100 is connected to the housing 210, and the panel assembly 100 and the door 220 are located on the same side of the housing 210.

[0041] In this embodiment, the connection method between the door 220 and the body 210 is not limited. For example, the door 220 and the body 210 can be rotatably connected; for instance, the door 220 can rotate relative to the body 210 around a pivot; or, the door 220 can move horizontally relative to the body 210 around a pivot. For example, the door 220 and the body 210 can also be connected by a snap-fit ​​or slot-fitting mechanism. This embodiment does not limit this aspect.

[0042] In this embodiment, the connection method between the panel assembly 100 and the housing 210 is not limited. For example, the panel assembly 100 and the housing 210 can be connected by screws or clips, and this embodiment does not limit this method.

[0043] In this embodiment, the panel assembly 100 and the door 220 are located on the same side of the enclosure 210. This has several advantages: firstly, it allows for a more compact overall structure, reducing space occupancy and enabling more efficient use of limited space, resulting in a more rational layout of the enclosure 210; secondly, because the panel assembly 100 and the door 220 are on the same side, it is more convenient for the user to operate without having to move between the two sides of the enclosure 210, improving usability; thirdly, this design makes the appearance of the enclosure 210 more unified and harmonious, helping to avoid visual confusion caused by inconsistent designs on both sides, resulting in a more aesthetically pleasing overall appearance; and fourthly, it helps to reduce the complexity of installation and maintenance.

[0044] In this embodiment, the panel assembly 100 may be located at the top of the housing 210.

[0045] In this embodiment of the application, the cooking appliance includes a water tank. It is understood that a water tank is typically used to store water or other liquids to provide the necessary moisture during the cooking process. (Refer to...) Figure 1 As shown, one end of the panel assembly 100 may be provided with a water tank hole 230 opposite to the water tank. The water tank hole 230 is formed on the panel assembly 100, and the water tank can be independently pulled out from the water tank hole 230.

[0046] The water tank hole 230 is positioned opposite the water tank, allowing the water tank to be moved and pulled out in a direction perpendicular to the panel, making it easy to put the water tank in and out. In addition, this design allows for direct access and removal of the water tank, making it convenient for users to add water or clean the water tank, thus improving the user experience.

[0047] To avoid affecting the normal placement and removal of the water tank, in this embodiment of the application, reference is made to... Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the magnetic module 120 of the panel assembly 100 is located at the end of the panel assembly 100 away from the water tank hole 230. For example, see... Figure 2 As shown, along the length of the panel assembly 100, the water tank hole 230 can be opened at one end of the panel assembly 100, and the magnetic module 120 can be located at the other end of the panel assembly 100.

[0048] In this way, on the one hand, the instability caused by direct contact between the magnetic module 120 and the water tank hole 230 during use can be avoided. This design can ensure that the equipment is more stable during use and is not easily affected by external interference, thereby improving the overall user experience. On the other hand, setting the magnetic module 120 and the water tank hole 230 far apart can reduce the risk of water leakage, thereby ensuring the safe operation of the equipment. Furthermore, through optimized design, it makes the user experience more convenient and comfortable.

[0049] In the embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 1 As shown, an integrated control module 240 is attached to the panel assembly 100. The type of the integrated control module 240 is not limited. For example, the integrated control module 240 may include at least one of a voice speaker, a smart microphone, a smart display screen, etc. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0050] Taking a voice-activated speaker as an example, the integrated control module 240 may include a speaker, a voice receiving unit, and a communication unit. The speaker is configured to broadcast voice information from the smart appliance and is responsible for converting audio signals into sound output. The voice receiving unit is configured to receive external voice information and is typically composed of sensors such as a microphone. The communication unit is configured to wirelessly communicate with the controller of the smart appliance and is generally responsible for network communication, enabling the integrated control module 240 to wirelessly communicate with the cooking appliance to achieve remote control or data transmission functions.

[0051] In this way, in addition to operation via buttons / knobs on the panel assembly 100, the cooking appliance can also be controlled via the integrated control module 240, optimizing the interaction method, improving user comfort, and enhancing the degree of automation and intelligence, thus improving the user experience.

[0052] To achieve automatic alignment of the adsorption position of the integrated control module 240 and ensure its correct orientation, this application provides a panel assembly. The specific structure of the panel assembly provided below is described in detail.

[0053] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the panel assembly 100 may include a panel body 110 and a magnetic module 120, wherein the magnetic module 120 is connected to one side of the panel body 110; and the integrated control module 240 is located on the side of the panel body 110 opposite to the magnetic module 120.

[0054] The magnetic module 120 may include at least three first magnetic elements 122, at least one of which has a polarity different from the other first magnetic elements 122; the integrated control module 240 may include at least three second magnetic elements 241, with each first magnetic element 122 corresponding to a second magnetic element 241, and the polarities of the oppositely arranged first magnetic elements 122 and second magnetic elements 241 being different.

[0055] In this embodiment, the polarities of the first magnetic element 122 and the second magnetic element 241, which are arranged opposite to each other, are opposite. This helps to further enhance the adsorption performance of the integrated control module 240, prevent the integrated control module 240 from rotating or being upside down, and thus provide higher stability.

[0056] It is understandable that opposite polarities mean that the north pole of one magnet points to the south pole of another magnet. In this way, when the two magnets are placed together, they will attract each other and the magnetic force will be enhanced.

[0057] In this embodiment, the types of the first magnetic element 122 and the second magnetic element 241 are not limited. For example, the first magnetic element 122 and the second magnetic element 241 in this embodiment can be magnets, wherein the magnets have a strong magnetic field attraction, thereby enhancing the adsorption performance on the integrated control module 240.

[0058] In this embodiment, the number of first magnetic elements 122 is not limited. For example, the number of first magnetic elements 122 can be three, four, or more, and the polarity of at least one first magnetic element 122 is different from the polarity of the other first magnetic elements 122. This embodiment does not limit this. It is understood that the number of second magnetic elements 241 is the same as the number of first magnetic elements 122, which maximizes the adsorption performance on the integrated control module 240.

[0059] It should be noted that the number of first magnetic components 122 is limited to at least three. For example, suppose that it includes two first magnetic components A1 and A2 and two second magnetic components B1 and B2.

[0060] In this configuration, if the N pole of the first magnetic component A1 faces the panel assembly and is attracted to the corresponding S pole of the second magnetic component B1, and the N pole of the first magnetic component A2 faces the panel assembly and is attracted to the corresponding S pole of the second magnetic component B2, then if the first magnetic component 122 is misaligned or not properly aligned, the second magnetic component 241 will twist. In this case, the N pole of the first magnetic component A1 will attract the corresponding S pole of the second magnetic component B2, and the N pole of the first magnetic component A2 will attract the corresponding S pole of the second magnetic component B1. There will only be an attractive force between the two first magnetic components 122 and the two second magnetic components 241, without the torsional repulsive force required for misalignment. Therefore, automatic torsional fine-tuning cannot be achieved, and the integrated control module 240 cannot effectively achieve automatic alignment of the adsorption position.

[0061] In this configuration, if the N pole of the first magnetic component A1 faces the panel assembly and is attracted to the corresponding S pole of the second magnetic component B1, and the S pole of the first magnetic component A2 faces the panel assembly and is attracted to the corresponding N pole of the second magnetic component B2, then if the first magnetic component 122 is misaligned or not properly aligned, and the second magnetic component 241 twists, then the N poles of the first magnetic component A1 and the second magnetic component B2 will repel each other, and the S poles of the first magnetic component A2 and the second magnetic component B2 will also repel each other. There will only be repulsive force between the two first magnetic components 122 and the two second magnetic components 241, not attractive force. Therefore, automatic twisting and fine-tuning cannot be achieved, and the integrated control module 240 cannot effectively achieve automatic alignment.

[0062] Therefore, in this embodiment, by setting the number of first magnetic elements 122 to at least three, at least one of the first magnetic elements 122 has a polarity different from the other first magnetic elements 122. In this way, when the adsorption position of the integrated control module 240 is misaligned to any state, both the first magnetic element 122 and the second magnetic element 241 can maintain both adsorption force and torsional repulsion force during misalignment. Furthermore, under the action of this torsional repulsion force, automatic torsional fine-tuning can be achieved, and the elements can be torn back to the attractive state, thus achieving automatic alignment of the adsorption position of the integrated control module 240.

[0063] In one possible implementation, the number of the two first magnetic elements 122 with opposite polarities is different.

[0064] For example, when there are three first magnetic elements 122, the number of the two polarities can be 1 / 2; when there are four first magnetic elements 122, the number of the two polarities can be 1 / 3; when there are five first magnetic elements 122, the number of the two polarities can be 1 / 4 or 2 / 3. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0065] This limitation means that if the polarities of multiple first magnetic elements 122 are all the same, for example, if the N poles of multiple first magnetic elements 122 all face the panel assembly and are attracted to the S poles of multiple second magnetic elements 241, then when the first magnetic elements 122 are misaligned, there is only an attraction force between the multiple first magnetic elements 122 and the multiple second magnetic elements 241, and there is no torsional repulsion force when misaligned. Therefore, automatic torsional fine adjustment cannot be achieved, and the adsorption position of the integrated control module 240 cannot be automatically aligned well.

[0066] Therefore, in this embodiment, the number of the two first magnetic elements 122 with different polarities is limited to ensure that there is both an adsorption force and a torsional repulsion force when misaligned between the first magnetic element 122 and the second magnetic element 241. Under the action of this torsional repulsion force, automatic torsional fine adjustment can be achieved, and the elements can be torn back to the state of attraction, thereby achieving automatic alignment of the adsorption position of the integrated control module 240.

[0067] In one possible implementation, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the magnetic module 120 may further include a magnetic support 121, with at least three first magnetic elements 122 disposed on the magnetic support 121 and arranged in an array on the magnetic support 121. In this way, the magnetic support 121 can play a certain role in fixing and assembling the first magnetic elements 122, which helps to constrain the position of the first magnetic elements 122 and reduce the displacement of the first magnetic elements 122.

[0068] In this embodiment, the magnetic bracket 121 can be glued to the surface of the panel body 110. This significantly enhances the connection strength, helps withstand greater external vibrations, and also improves sealing and waterproofing, effectively preventing the intrusion of external impurities such as moisture and dust, extending the service life of the cooking appliance, and reducing the failure rate caused by external factors.

[0069] In this embodiment, the material of the magnetic bracket 121 is not limited. For example, the magnetic bracket 121 can be made of aluminum alloy, which makes the bracket lightweight, easy to carry and use; in addition, aluminum alloy has high hardness, which can provide good support; at the same time, aluminum alloy usually has a good appearance texture, which enhances the aesthetics of the panel body.

[0070] In this embodiment, the arrangement of the at least three first magnetic elements 122 on the magnetic support 121 is not limited. For example, the at least three first magnetic elements 122 may be arranged in a circumferential array; or, the at least three first magnetic elements 122 may be arranged in a rectangular array; or, the at least three first magnetic elements 122 may be arranged in other directions. This embodiment does not limit this arrangement.

[0071] In one possible implementation, the magnetic distribution of the array of at least three first magnetic elements 122 is arranged non-centrosymmetrically with respect to the center of the magnetic support 121. It is understood that non-centrosymmetry means that any one of the first magnetic elements 122 cannot be rotated 180 degrees to coincide with itself.

[0072] For example: refer to Figure 7 As shown, the number of first magnetic elements 122 includes four. The four first magnetic elements 122 are located at the four corners of the magnetic bracket 121. The N pole of one first magnetic element 122 faces the panel assembly 100, and the S pole of the other three first magnetic elements 122 faces the panel assembly 100.

[0073] Thus, with the center of the magnetic support 121 as a reference, even if the positions of the four first magnetic elements 122 are symmetrical, their polarity distribution is non-centrally symmetrical due to their opposite polarities. Therefore, when the adsorption position of the integrated control module 240 is misaligned to any state, both the first magnetic elements 122 and the second magnetic elements 241 can maintain both adsorption force and torsional repulsion force during misalignment. Furthermore, under the action of this torsional repulsion force, automatic torsional fine-tuning can be achieved, and the elements can be torn back to the attractive state, thus automatically aligning the adsorption position of the integrated control module 240.

[0074] To improve the assembly stability of the first magnetic component 122, in this embodiment, reference is made to... Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the magnetic bracket 121 may have multiple mounting holes 123, and three first magnetic elements 122 may be respectively disposed in different mounting holes 123; the polarity of one of the first magnetic elements 122 is different from the polarity of the other two first magnetic elements 122.

[0075] In this way, on the one hand, the mounting hole 123 has a certain fixing and limiting effect on the first magnetic component 122, which can constrain the position of the first magnetic component 122, reduce the displacement of the first magnetic component 122, and ensure that the integrated control module 240 is attracted to the surface of the panel body 110 to the greatest extent; on the other hand, the user only needs to place the magnetic bracket 121 in the appropriate position and then install the first magnetic component 122 in the mounting hole 123 to achieve a quick and simple installation process without the need for other tools; furthermore, the design of the magnetic bracket 121 is usually relatively compact, which can save the limited space of the panel assembly 100 and make the installation more neat and orderly.

[0076] In this embodiment of the application, the shape of the mounting hole 123 is not limited. For example, the mounting hole 123 can be circular, oriented, or other shapes. The shape of the mounting hole 123 can be adapted to the shape of the first magnetic element 122. This helps to further constrain the position of the first magnetic element 122 and reduce the displacement of the first magnetic element 122.

[0077] In this embodiment, the number of mounting holes 123 and the number of first magnetic elements 122 are not limited. For example, three mounting holes 123 and three first magnetic elements 122 may be provided, with each of the three first magnetic elements 122 correspondingly installed within one of the three mounting holes 123; alternatively, four mounting holes 123 and four first magnetic elements 122 may be provided, with each of the three first magnetic elements 122 correspondingly installed within one of the three mounting holes 123; or, multiple mounting holes 123 and multiple first magnetic elements 122 may be provided. This embodiment does not limit the number of mounting holes 123 and the number of first magnetic elements 122.

[0078] In this embodiment, the example of having three mounting holes 123 and three first magnetic components 122 is used for illustration. This not only achieves the adsorption of the integrated control module 240, but also helps to reduce costs.

[0079] In one possible implementation, refer to Figure 6 As shown, multiple mounting holes 123 can be distributed at various corners of the magnetic bracket 121.

[0080] In this embodiment, the shape of the magnetic holder 121 is not limited. For example, in this embodiment, refer to... Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the magnetic bracket 121 is mainly used as an example of a square bracket. In this way, the magnetic bracket 121 has four corners, and four mounting holes 123 are located at different corner positions of the magnetic bracket 121. Four first magnetic elements 122 are located in the four mounting holes 123 respectively. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0081] By placing multiple mounting holes 123 at different corners of the magnetic bracket 121, the stability of the magnetic bracket 121 is significantly improved. This allows the first magnetic component 122 to be placed in multiple different positions, with each corner secured by a mounting hole 123, thus minimizing the possibility of the first magnetic component 122 slipping and increasing safety. Furthermore, this design increases flexibility, allowing users to place the first magnetic component 122 at different corners as needed and adjust its angle according to different usage scenarios, making it more convenient and comfortable to use. Finally, the multiple mounting holes 123 also enhance the versatility and compatibility of the magnetic bracket 121, ensuring that first magnetic components 122 of different sizes can find suitable placement positions, increasing the applicability and lifespan of the magnetic bracket 121.

[0082] In this embodiment, the shape of the mounting hole 123 is not limited. For example, the mounting hole 123 can be a through hole; or, the mounting hole 123 can be a blind hole. This embodiment does not limit this.

[0083] In this embodiment, when the mounting hole 123 is a through hole, specifically, the mounting hole 123 can penetrate both sides of the magnetic bracket 121 in the thickness direction. This allows the first magnetic component 122 to contact the surface of the panel body 110. On the one hand, this minimizes the distance between the first magnetic component 122 and the integrated control module 240, thereby further enhancing the adsorption stability of the integrated control module 240. This ensures that the integrated control module 240 can be more firmly adsorbed onto the surface of the panel body 110, making it less likely to fall off or move, thus improving the user experience. On the other hand, setting the mounting hole 123 as a through hole simplifies the manufacturing process, making component assembly more convenient, reducing assembly time, and improving production efficiency.

[0084] In one possible implementation, the integrated control module 240 may have a buffer on the side facing the panel assembly 100, the buffer abutting against the surface of the panel assembly 100.

[0085] Understandably, the purpose of the buffer is to allow the integrated control module 240 to automatically twist and fine-tune under the action of torsional repulsion. Friction occurs between the integrated control module 240 and the surface of the panel body 110 due to contact, which can easily cause wear to the panel body 110. Therefore, by placing the buffer against the surface of the panel assembly 100, friction between the integrated control module 240 and the surface of the panel body 110 can be reduced, preventing damage due to friction during long-term use. It also reduces noise and wear, extending the service life of the equipment.

[0086] It should be noted that the thickness of the buffer should not be too thick. This will reduce wear on the panel body 110 while also ensuring that the adhesion performance of the integrated control module 240 is not affected. This will improve the adhesion effect of the integrated control module 240, prevent the integrated control module 240 from being lost or falling off, and enhance the user experience.

[0087] In this embodiment, the material of the cushioning component is not limited. For example, the cushioning component may include, but is not limited to, rubber, silicone, foam plastic, or sponge. This embodiment does not impose any limitations on this.

[0088] In one possible implementation, refer to Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the panel assembly 100 may also include a mounting bracket 124. By providing the mounting bracket 124, the panel body 110 can be connected to the housing 210, simplifying the installation process and avoiding the need for direct drilling into the panel body, making installation and disassembly more convenient.

[0089] In this embodiment, the connection method between the mounting bracket 124 and the panel body 110 is not limited. For example, the mounting bracket 124 and the panel body 110 can be bonded together, which can improve the assembly stability of the mounting bracket 124 and the panel body 110, thereby ensuring the structural strength of the panel assembly 100.

[0090] Furthermore, the shape of the mounting bracket 124 is not limited. For example, the mounting bracket 124 can be elongated, which can accommodate slight displacement of the screw during installation, ensuring that the screw can be stably fixed and improving the stability and reliability of the installation.

[0091] In this embodiment, the magnetic module 120 and the mounting bracket 124 can be located on the same side of the panel body 110, which facilitates user operation, simplifies the usage process, and enhances the user experience.

[0092] To avoid affecting the attraction of the magnetic component 122 to the integrated control module 240, in this embodiment, reference is made to... Figure 5 As shown, the mounting bracket 124 may have a clearance opening 125, with the magnetic module 120 facing the clearance opening 125, and the magnetic bracket 121 bonded to the panel body 110. Thus, during installation, the clearance opening 125 provides clearance for the magnetic module 120, ensuring that the magnetic module 120 and the integrated control module 240 can be positioned directly opposite each other, thereby ensuring that the integrated control module 240 can stably adhere to the surface of the panel body 110 in various environments.

[0093] In one possible implementation, the panel body 110 can be a tempered glass panel, but this embodiment is not limited to this. Tempered glass has advantages such as high safety, high strength, and good thermal stability.

[0094] In this embodiment of the application, the thickness of the panel body 110 can be 3mm-5mm. For example, the thickness of the panel body 110 can be 3mm, 3.5mm, 4mm, 4.5mm, 5mm, or any value between 3mm and 5mm.

[0095] If the thickness of the panel body 110 is less than 3mm, the panel body 110 is too thin, resulting in low strength and easy breakage due to external force. This not only affects the appearance but also easily causes injury to the user, resulting in low safety. In addition, the panel body 110 has poor thermal stability. An excessively thin panel body 110 is prone to cracking under rapid temperature changes, affecting the service life of the cooking appliance.

[0096] If the thickness of the panel body 110 is greater than 5mm, the magnetic component 122 will have reduced adsorption performance on the integrated control module 240, resulting in poor fixation and adsorption of the integrated control module 240. The integrated control module 240 will still be prone to loss, falling off, and other issues, affecting the user experience. In addition, an excessively thick panel body 110 will increase material costs, thereby increasing the production cost of the cooking appliance. Moreover, the weight of the panel body 110 will also increase, affecting the overall weight of the cooking appliance and making it more difficult to handle and move.

[0097] Therefore, in this embodiment, the thickness of the panel body 110 is limited to 3mm-5mm. Specifically, in this embodiment, the thickness of the panel body 110 is mainly described as 4mm. In this way, while ensuring the structural strength of the panel body 110, it also has good adsorption performance, improving the adsorption effect on the integrated control module 240, avoiding various situations such as loss or falling of the integrated control module 240, and improving the user experience.

[0098] In one possible implementation, refer to Figure 5 As shown, the magnetic module 120 may also include a magnetic cover plate 126, which is positioned on the side of the mounting hole 123 away from the panel body 110, and is connected to the magnetic bracket 121.

[0099] In this embodiment, the connection method between the magnetic cover plate 126 and the magnetic bracket 121 is not limited. For example, the magnetic cover plate 126 and the magnetic bracket 121 can be fixed with screws. This embodiment does not limit this, and the specific method can be set according to actual needs.

[0100] In this embodiment, during installation, the magnetic cover 126 first installs the magnetic component 122 into the mounting hole 123, then the magnetic cover 126 presses the magnetic component 122 firmly, and finally fixes it to the magnetic bracket 121 with screws. This further fixes and limits the position of the magnetic component 122, maximizing its constraint and reducing displacement, thereby ensuring that the integrated control module 240 is attracted to the surface of the panel body 110.

[0101] This application provides a panel assembly and a smart appliance. The panel assembly includes a panel body and a magnetic module. The magnetic module includes at least three first magnetic elements, at least one of which has a polarity different from the other first magnetic elements. By setting the first magnetic elements to two polarities, when the adsorption position of the integrated control module is misaligned, the first and second magnetic elements can maintain both an adsorption force and a torsional repulsion force during misalignment. Under the action of this torsional repulsion force, automatic torsional fine-tuning can be achieved, and the element can be torn back to the attractive state, thus automatically aligning the adsorption position of the integrated control module and ensuring its correct orientation. Furthermore, no manual adjustment by the user is required, which helps improve user comfort and enhances the user experience.

[0102] It should be noted that, in the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or 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 according to the specific circumstances.

[0103] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the term "and / or" merely indicates a relationship describing the associated objects, meaning that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, and B existing alone. Additionally, the term "at least one" indicates any combination of at least two of a plurality of options, for example, including at least one of A, B, and C, which can represent any one or more elements selected from a set including communication between A, B, and C.

[0104] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. In addition, the term "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise precisely specified.

[0105] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the terms "first," "second," "third," "fourth," etc. (if present) are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0106] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A panel assembly, characterized in that, For use in smart appliances, the smart appliances are provided with an integrated control module (240); the panel assembly includes a panel body (110) and a magnetic module (120); the magnetic module (120) is connected to one side of the panel body (110); the integrated control module (240) is located on the side of the panel body (110) away from the magnetic module (120); The magnetic module (120) includes at least three first magnetic elements (122), at least one of which has a polarity different from the other first magnetic elements (122); the integrated control module (240) is provided with at least three second magnetic elements (241), the first magnetic elements (122) and the second magnetic elements (241) are in one-to-one correspondence, and the polarities of the first magnetic elements (122) and the second magnetic elements (241) arranged opposite to each other are different.

2. The panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of the two types of first magnetic elements (122) with opposite polarities is different.

3. The panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The magnetic module (120) further includes a magnetic support (121), and the at least three first magnetic elements (122) are disposed on the magnetic support (121) and arranged in an array on the magnetic support (121).

4. The panel assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The magnetic distribution of the array of at least three first magnetic elements (122) is non-centrally symmetrical with respect to the center of the magnetic support (121).

5. The panel assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, There are three first magnetic components (122), and the magnetic bracket (121) is provided with multiple mounting holes (123). The three first magnetic components (122) are respectively disposed in different mounting holes (123); the polarity of one of the first magnetic components (122) is different from that of the other two first magnetic components (122).

6. The panel assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, Multiple mounting holes (123) are distributed at each corner of the magnetic bracket (121); the mounting holes (123) penetrate both sides of the magnetic bracket (121) in the thickness direction, and the first magnetic element (122) is in contact with the surface of the panel body (110).

7. A smart appliance, characterized in that, The smart appliance includes a housing, a door, and a panel assembly as described in any one of claims 1-6, wherein the door (220) is openable and closable relative to the housing (210); the panel assembly is connected to the housing (210), and the panel assembly and the door (220) are located on the same side of the housing (210); an integrated control module (240) is attached to the panel assembly.

8. The intelligent electrical appliance according to claim 7, characterized in that, The integrated control module (240) has a buffer on the side facing the panel assembly, and the buffer abuts against the surface of the panel assembly.

9. The intelligent electrical appliance according to claim 7, characterized in that, The integrated control module (240) includes a speaker, a voice receiving unit, and a communication unit. The speaker is configured to broadcast voice information of the smart appliance, the voice receiving unit is configured to receive external voice information, and the communication unit is configured to wirelessly communicate with the controller of the smart appliance.

10. The intelligent electrical appliance according to claim 7, characterized in that, The smart appliance is a cooking appliance, which includes a water tank. One end of the panel assembly is provided with a water tank hole (230) opposite to the water tank. The magnetic module (120) and the integrated control module (240) are located at the end of the panel assembly away from the water tank hole (230).

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