Sweeping robot base station

Abstract

The utility model relates to a kind of sweeping robot base station, it includes: cover;Combination part, it is configured in the cover, form the accommodation space of accommodating the at least part of sweeping robot;And cloth drying part, the cloth of the sweeping robot is dried;The cloth drying part includes: hot gas supply module, hot gas is discharged to the accommodation space;And steam exhaust portion, at least part of the steam exhaust portion is configured in the upper portion of the accommodation space, and the steam exhaust portion exhausts air heated by the hot gas.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a robot cleaner station. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, with the development of industrial technology, sweeping robots have been developed that can autonomously drive and clean areas that need to be cleaned without user intervention.

[0003] This type of robotic vacuum cleaner includes sensors that can identify the space to be cleaned, an agitator that can clean the floor, and a mop that can wipe the floor. It can suck up dust from the floor in the space identified by the sensors, wipe it with the mop, and then move around.

[0004] Robotic vacuum cleaners include dry-type vacuum cleaners that can suck up and remove debris scattered on the floor, and wet-type vacuum cleaners that use a damp cloth to wipe the floor to effectively remove debris attached to the floor. Dry-type vacuum cleaners have a dustbin and use a suction motor to suck up debris from the floor. Wet-type vacuum cleaners have a water tank; water from the tank is supplied to a damp cloth, which then wipes the floor to effectively remove debris. Additionally, there are vacuum cleaners that include both an agitator and a cloth.

[0005] A charging station for a robotic vacuum cleaner is a device that allows the robot to dock after cleaning and charges its battery by supplying power to the robot's internal battery. The charging station contains a power supply module. It has charging terminals that connect to the power supply module, and the robotic vacuum cleaner has corresponding terminals. When the charging terminals and corresponding terminals are in contact, power is supplied to the battery, and the battery is charged.

[0006] On the other hand, when a robot vacuum charging station is installed indoors, it occupies a fixed area of ​​indoor space. In this case, it may reduce the space efficiency of the room. Additionally, collisions with the robot vacuum may occur as users or pets pass by, potentially causing injury to the user or pet, and damage to the robot vacuum.

[0007] In addition, in the case of base stations equipped with dust collection functions of robotic vacuum cleaners, there is a limitation that as the volume occupied increases, it may damage the interior decoration.

[0008] In this regard, Chinese utility model patent CN219206761U discloses a device for installing a cleaning robot at the bottom of a washing machine.

[0009] The cleaning device can utilize the space under the washing machine to clean the robot vacuum cleaner.

[0010] In addition, the robot vacuum cleaner is cleaned using the water supply and drainage system connected to the washing machine, so no additional water supply and drainage structure is required.

[0011] However, the cleaning device can only clean the robot vacuum cleaner in a simple way, and it has the limitation of not being able to charge the robot vacuum cleaner or collect the dust from it. Furthermore, cleaning the robot vacuum cleaner while charging it poses a potential risk of electric shock.

[0012] Therefore, the cleaning device can only be used when cleaning the robot vacuum cleaner, cannot provide basic charging functions, and has the limitation of requiring additional charging stations.

[0013] On the other hand, Japanese Patent JP4916266B2 discloses a building that utilizes the space under the wall to collect dust from the dust bin of a robotic vacuum cleaner.

[0014] The building has a built-in dust collection device in the lower space of the wall, which can collect the dust in the dust bucket of the robot vacuum cleaner when it approaches.

[0015] However, in the case of the building, since air is simply drawn in from the lower side of the wall, the dust is emptied in a state that does not maintain an airtight seal in relation to the dustbin of the robot vacuum cleaner, which limits the possibility of dust spreading into the room.

[0016] In addition, buildings cannot power robotic vacuum cleaners and require charging stations, which limits the effectiveness of increasing indoor space efficiency.

[0017] On the other hand, Chinese authorized utility model patent CN2192708414U discloses a base station for a cleaning machine that integrates a robot vacuum cleaner on the lower side of a washing machine, and is used to charge the robot vacuum cleaner, collect dust, and clean the robot vacuum cleaner's wet cloth.

[0018] However, the cleaning robot base station has an open space below the washing machine that allows the sweeping robot to enter. A detergent and water supply device for washing wet cloths are provided on the vertical upper side of the space where the sweeping robot enters, and a dust bag is provided on the side of the space where the sweeping robot enters.

[0019] With this configuration, the overall height of the cleaning machine base station becomes higher, which limits its installation because it cannot utilize the space under furniture, including sinks.

[0020] In addition, the cleaning machine base station must be installed below the washing machine, which means there is a limitation that there must be space for installing the washing machine, and the installation space must exceed the height of the washing machine itself and the cleaning machine base station.

[0021] In addition, the space in the cleaning robot base station for the sweeping robot to enter and exit is always open, so there are limitations such as dust possibly flying away during the dust collection process of the sweeping robot's dust bucket, and sewage possibly leaking during the cleaning process of the sweeping robot's mop.

[0022] On the other hand, US Patent US10610073B1 discloses a drawer-type robot base station.

[0023] The robot base station is located on the underside of the housekeeping cart, can accommodate the robot, and can be led out through a drawer.

[0024] However, considering that a trash can is installed on the upper side of the robot base station, there is a limitation that it cannot be installed in spaces with limited height, such as kitchen cabinets.

[0025] Furthermore, since only the robot vacuum is introduced, and other components are housed on an additional cart, there is a limitation that the cart itself must be disassembled for the repair and maintenance of these components. Utility Model Content

[0026] This utility model is proposed to improve the problems existing in the current sweeping robot base station as described above. The technical problem to be solved is to provide a sweeping robot base station that can automatically dry the sweeping robot's mop by supplying hot air to the mop after cleaning it.

[0027] In addition, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a robot vacuum cleaner base station that prevents damage to the inner surface of the kitchen cabinet by discharging high-temperature wet steam generated when drying the washed rags into the drain pipe of the kitchen cabinet.

[0028] In addition, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a base station for a sweeping robot, wherein the steam outlet for discharging the wet steam generated when drying the sweeping robot's rag is separated from the air outlet for discharging the hot air used to dry the rag by being as far apart as possible, thereby maximizing the space for the hot air to flow and thus improving the drying efficiency of the rag.

[0029] To address the problems described above, the sweeping robot base station of this utility model may include: a cover; a connecting portion disposed on the cover to form a receiving space for accommodating at least a portion of the sweeping robot; and a mop drying portion for drying the mop of the sweeping robot; the mop drying portion may include: a hot air supply module for discharging hot air into the receiving space; and a steam exhaust portion, at least a portion of which is disposed on the upper part of the receiving space, the steam exhaust portion discharging air heated by the hot air.

[0030] The cover may include an upper cover that covers the upper part of the receiving space, and at least a portion of the steam exhaust portion is disposed on the upper cover.

[0031] The steam exhaust section may include: a steam exhaust outlet communicating with the receiving space; a steam exhaust flow path connecting the steam exhaust outlet and a drain pipe of the kitchen cabinet; and an exhaust fan causing airflow from the steam exhaust outlet toward the drain pipe.

[0032] The steam discharge path can be connected downstream of the drain pipe, based on the U-bend of the drain pipe.

[0033] The cloth drying section may also include a check valve to prevent fluid inside the drain pipe from flowing back into the steam discharge path.

[0034] The hot air supply module may include: an air inlet, into which air from outside the enclosure flows; an air outlet, for discharging air into the containment space; a connecting flow path, connecting the air inlet and the air outlet; a blower fan, disposed in the connecting flow path, for blowing air into the containment space; and a heater, for heating the air flowing in the connecting flow path.

[0035] The distance from the air outlet to the steam outlet can be greater than the distance from the air outlet to the rag.

[0036] The cover may include: a first outer wall member covering one of the two sides of the cover; a second outer wall member configured to face the first outer wall member and cover the other side of the cover; and a third outer wall member connecting the first outer wall member and the second outer wall member.

[0037] The steam outlet may include: a first outlet communicating with the containment space; and a second outlet configured separately from the first outlet but communicating with the containment space; the distance from the first outlet to the first outer wall component and the distance from the second outlet to the second outer wall component may both be less than the distance between the first outlet and the second outlet.

[0038] The steam discharge path may include: a first flow path component that penetrates the first outer wall component and is connected to the drain pipe; and a second flow path component that penetrates the second outer wall component and is connected to the drain pipe.

[0039] The air inlet may be formed in the third outer wall component.

[0040] As described above, the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to this utility model has the effect of automatically drying the mop cloth by supplying hot air to the mop cloth after cleaning it.

[0041] In addition, this invention has the effect of preventing damage to the inner surface of the kitchen cabinet by discharging the high-temperature wet steam generated when drying the washed dishcloth into the drain pipe of the kitchen cabinet.

[0042] In addition, the present invention has a steam outlet for discharging wet steam generated when drying the rags of the sweeping robot and an air outlet for discharging hot air used to dry the rags, which are separated as far apart as possible, thereby maximizing the space for the hot air to flow and thus improving the drying efficiency of the rags. Attached Figure Description

[0043] Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the state in which the cleaning machine system of this utility model is installed on the lower side of a kitchen cabinet.

[0044] Figure 2 This diagram illustrates the relationship between the piping and drainage pipe connections of the sweeper system in an embodiment of this utility model.

[0045] Figure 3 This is a perspective view illustrating the sweeper system of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0046] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Top view.

[0047] Figure 5 It is a cut along the front and back direction. Figure 3 A sectional view.

[0048] Figure 6 This is a perspective view illustrating the sweeping robot of this utility model.

[0049] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Side view.

[0050] Figure 8 yes Figure 6 A bottom view.

[0051] Figure 9 yes Figure 6Rear view.

[0052] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of the robot vacuum cleaner base station used to illustrate an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0053] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Top view.

[0054] Figure 12 This is a side view illustrating the dust collection flow path of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] Figures 13 to 16 This is a cross-sectional view illustrating the dust collection flow path of the robot vacuum cleaner base station in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] Figure 17 This is a cross-sectional view of the discharge hole of the dust collection motor cover of the robot vacuum cleaner base station, used to illustrate an embodiment of the present invention.

[0057] Figures 18 to 20 This is a diagram illustrating the exhaust flow path of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0058] Figure 21 and Figure 22 This diagram shows a state in which a portion of the bottom surface of the bottom component body is removed in order to illustrate the exhaust flow path of the robot vacuum base station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] Figure 23 It is used for detailed explanation Figure 22 The 3D view of region A shown.

[0060] Figure 24 This is an enlarged view of the cleaning unit of the robot vacuum cleaner base station used to illustrate an embodiment of the present invention.

[0061] Figure 25 This is an enlarged view of the washing water discharge section of the mop cleaning unit of the robot vacuum cleaner base station, which is used to illustrate an embodiment of the present invention.

[0062] Figure 26 This is a cross-sectional perspective view illustrating the space formed between the cleaning plate and the cleaning plate mounting part of the sweeping robot base station in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0063] Figure 27 This is a perspective view illustrating the cloth drying section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0064] Figure 28 and Figure 29 This is an enlarged view of the cloth drying section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to the first embodiment of this utility model.

[0065] Figure 30 This is a cross-sectional view illustrating the flow pattern of air into the hot gas supply module according to the first embodiment of this utility model.

[0066] Figure 31 This is a diagram illustrating the cloth drying section of the sweeping robot base station according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0067] Figure 32a and Figure 32b This is a front view illustrating the configuration relationship of the robot vacuum cleaner base station on a horizontal plane in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0068] Figure 33 This diagram illustrates the state of the dust collection unit and detergent tank extending from the base station of the sweeping robot according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0069] Figure 34 This is a top view of the cloth drying section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station, which is used to illustrate the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0070] Figure 35 This is a perspective view showing the state of the robot vacuum cleaner base station in the third embodiment of the present invention with the top cover removed.

[0071] Figure 36 yes Figure 35 Top view.

[0072] Figure 37 This is a cross-sectional view showing the shape of air flowing into the base station of the sweeping robot according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0073] Figure 38 This is a lower perspective view of the steam exhaust port of the sweeping robot base station according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0074] Figure 39 This is an enlarged view showing a portion of the steam exhaust section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0075] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0076] 1: Sweeping system 2: Kitchen cabinets

[0077] 100: Robot vacuum cleaner base station; 110: Cover.

[0078] 120: Joint 130: Dust Collection Flow Path

[0079] 140: Dust collection section; 150: Dust collection module

[0080] 160: Cloth washing section; 170: Cloth drying section

[0081] 200: Robotic vacuum cleaner 210: Main body

[0082] 220: Dust bin 230: Water bucket

[0083] 240: Rotary cleaning section; 250: Agitator

[0084] 260: Wheel 270: Auxiliary Wheel

[0085] 280: Charging terminal Detailed Implementation

[0086] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0087] This invention can be modified in various ways and can have various embodiments. Therefore, specific embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings and described in detail in the description. This is not intended to limit the invention to specific implementations, but should be interpreted as encompassing all modifications, equivalents, and even substitutions included within the spirit and technical scope of this invention.

[0088] In describing this utility model, the terms "first," "second," etc., can be used to describe various constituent elements, but the constituent elements are not limited by the terms. The terms are only used to distinguish one constituent element from other constituent elements. For example, without departing from the scope of this utility model, a first constituent element can be named a second constituent element, and similarly, a second constituent element can be named a first constituent element.

[0089] The term "and / or" can include a combination of the contents of a plurality of related records or any one of the contents of a plurality of related records.

[0090] When it is mentioned that one constituent element is "connected" or "linked" to another constituent element, it should be understood that it can be directly connected or linked to another constituent element, or that there may be other constituent elements between them. Conversely, when it is mentioned that one constituent element is "directly connected" or "directly linked" to another constituent element, it should be understood that there are no other constituent elements between them.

[0091] The terminology used in this application is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention. Unless otherwise expressly stated in the context, singular expressions may include plural expressions.

[0092] Furthermore, in this application, it should be understood that terms such as “comprising” or “having” are intended only to describe the presence of features, figures, steps, actions, constituent elements, components or combinations thereof described in the specification, and do not preclude the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, figures, steps, actions, constituent elements, components or combinations thereof.

[0093] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, may have the meaning commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. Terms such as those defined in common dictionaries may be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the relevant technical context, and may not be interpreted as having an ideal or overly formal meaning unless expressly defined herein.

[0094] Furthermore, the following embodiments are provided to enable those skilled in the art to understand more fully, and for the purpose of clearer illustration, the shape and size of the elements in the drawings may be exaggerated.

[0095] Figure 1 A diagram is shown illustrating the state in which the cleaning system of this utility model is installed on the underside of a kitchen cabinet, according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 A diagram illustrating the relationship between the piping and drainage pipe connections of the sweeper system according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0096] The cleaning system 1 of this utility model embodiment can be installed on the lower side of the kitchen cabinet 2. Specifically, the kitchen cabinet 2 can be configured in the kitchen to store bowls, plates, cups, etc., and can provide space for cooking food or washing dishes.

[0097] In addition, kitchen cabinet 2 can be equipped with an upper panel (workbench) that can function as a sink, cooking table, or work surface.

[0098] For example, kitchen cabinet 2 may include a sink that provides space for washing dishes on the upper shelf. Alternatively, kitchen cabinet 2 may include a cooking countertop for performing cooking operations. Additionally, kitchen cabinet 2 may include a gas stovetop with a gas cooktop, induction cooktop, or oven mounted on the upper shelf.

[0099] Typically, kitchen cabinet 2 can use a standard cabinet with a front-to-back width of 600mm and a left-to-right width of 600mm.

[0100] In another embodiment of the present invention, the sweeper system 1 can be disposed on the underside of a structure including at least one of a water supply pipe and a drain pipe. Specifically, the water supply pipe can refer to a flow path connected to an external water source supplying fluid to the structure, and the drain pipe can refer to a flow path that discharges fluid from the structure into a sewer.

[0101] A storage cabinet for storing tableware and kitchen utensils can be installed at the lower part of this kitchen cabinet 2 or the structure described above. That is, the kitchen cabinet 2 or the structure described above may include: an upper panel 22 providing space for cooking or washing dishes; a lower side panel 23 at a predetermined height above the ground; and storage space formed between the upper panel 22 and the lower side panel 23 for storing tableware and kitchen utensils. In the case where the kitchen cabinet 2 is a sink, a sink 22a can be installed on the upper panel 22.

[0102] Additionally, the lower side panel 23 can be supported by legs 21. Legs 21 can be positioned perpendicular to the bottom of the kitchen and can support the load of the kitchen cabinet 2. At this time, a space can be formed between the kitchen floor and the lower side panel 23 along the height of the legs 21.

[0103] In contrast, the kitchen cabinet 2 can also be fixed to the wall of the building without the support legs 21. In this case, a space can also be formed between the kitchen floor and the lower side panel 23.

[0104] The cleaning system 1 of this utility model embodiment can be installed in the space between the kitchen floor and the lower side panel 23 as described above (hereinafter referred to as the installation space 24).

[0105] For example, the installation space 24 can be less than 200mm in height, and typically can be less than 160mm in height.

[0106] Therefore, according to this utility model, the cleaning system 1 is configured in the lower space of the kitchen cabinet 2, thus minimizing the amount of the cleaning system 1 exposed to the outside.

[0107] Furthermore, compared to configuring a charging station for a robot vacuum cleaner in a constant space such as the living room, bedroom, or kitchen, configuring the cleaning system 1 in the unused space created by the kitchen cabinet 2 does not occupy additional space, thus maximizing space efficiency.

[0108] On the other hand, a drain pipe 25 is provided in the kitchen cabinet 2 or the structure to drain liquids used for cooking or water used for washing dishes. At least a portion of the drain pipe 25 can be configured in the storage space formed between the upper panel 22 and the lower side panel 23. Typically, the drain pipe 25 can be connected to the drain outlet of the sink 22a formed in the sink. The drain pipe 25 includes a U-trap 25a to prevent backflow of contaminated gases or odors. The U-trap 25a can be configured in the storage space. Liquid flowing in through the drain outlet flows downward by gravity in the upstream 25b of the U-trap and accumulates in the U-trap 25a. If the water overflows above a predetermined water level set by the U-trap 25a, it can flow downward along the downstream 25c of the U-trap and be discharged into the sewer.

[0109] The sweeper system 1 of this utility model embodiment can use the drain pipe 25 as described above to clean and dry the rag 242 of the sweeping robot 200.

[0110] Additionally, although not shown in the diagram, a water supply pipe may be installed in the kitchen cabinet 2. Tap water (or purified water) can be supplied to the cleaning system 1 through the water supply pipe.

[0111] The specific structure of the sweeper system 1 will be described below.

[0112] on the other hand, Figures 3 to 5 A diagram is shown illustrating a sweeper system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0113] The cleaning system 1 in the embodiments of this specification may include a sweeping robot base station 100 and a sweeping robot 200.

[0114] The cleaning system 1 includes a robot vacuum base station 100. A robot vacuum 200 can be integrated into the robot vacuum base station 100. Specifically, the robot vacuum 200 can enter from the front of the robot vacuum base station 100 and can be housed inside the robot vacuum base station 100. The robot vacuum base station 100 can remove dust from the dustbin 220 of the robot vacuum 200. The robot vacuum base station 100 can clean the rotating cleaning section 240 of the robot vacuum 200. The robot vacuum base station 100 can dry the rotating cleaning section 240 of the robot vacuum 200. The robot vacuum base station 100 can supply power to the robot vacuum 200.

[0115] on the other hand, Figures 6 to 9 A diagram is disclosed to illustrate a sweeping robot in a sweeping system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0116] Reference Figures 6 to 9 The structure of the 200 robotic vacuum cleaner is as follows.

[0117] The robotic vacuum cleaner 200 autonomously navigates the area to be cleaned and sucks up dust and other foreign objects from the floor, thus automatically cleaning the area.

[0118] The sweeping robot 200 of this embodiment is placed on the floor and moves along the ground to clean the floor. Therefore, the following description will be based on the state of the sweeping robot 200 placed on the floor, defining the vertical direction.

[0119] Furthermore, taking a pair of wheels 260 as a reference, the side with the auxiliary wheel 270 (described later) is designated as the front, and the side with the rotating cleaning unit 240 (described later) is designated as the rear, and will be described.

[0120] The "lowest part" of each component described in the embodiments of this utility model can be the part located at the lowest position in each component when the robot vacuum cleaner 200 of this utility model is placed on the floor for use, or it can be the part closest to the floor.

[0121] The sweeping robot 200 of this utility model embodiment includes a main body 210, a dust bin 220, a water bin 230, a rotating sweeping part 240, an agitator 250, wheels 260, auxiliary wheels 270, and a charging terminal 280.

[0122] The main body 210 can form the overall shape of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. Various components that make up the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can be integrated into the main body 210, and some of the components that make up the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can be housed inside the main body 210.

[0123] Specifically, the main body 210 may house a plurality of components of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 within its internal space. For example, the main body 210 may house a battery and at least one motor within its internal space.

[0124] In embodiments of this invention, the main body 210 can be configured such that its width (or diameter) in the horizontal direction is greater than its height in the vertical direction. This main body 210 helps the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 form a stable structure and provides a structure that facilitates the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 in avoiding obstacles during movement (driving).

[0125] When viewed from above or below, the main body 210 can be formed into various shapes such as circles, ovals, or quadrilaterals.

[0126] The main body 210 can be divided into a lower main body and an upper main body, which can be combined to form a space inside.

[0127] The lower main body can be combined with the upper main body to form an internal space that can accommodate a battery, at least one sensor, and at least one motor.

[0128] The lower body may have an intake section 211 for air to flow in and a hole for accommodating a pair of wheels 260.

[0129] The suction section 211 can be a channel for dust from the ground to flow in. Furthermore, the suction section 211 can communicate with a suction flow path (not shown) formed inside the main body 210, and the suction flow path can communicate with the internal space of the dust bin 220.

[0130] On the other hand, an exhaust flow path can also be provided in the lower main body. One side of the exhaust flow path can communicate with the internal space of the dust bin 220, and the other side can communicate with the exhaust port. At this time, a filter can be installed at the exhaust port.

[0131] With this configuration, the air flowing in through the suction section 211 can flow into the dust bin 220 via the suction flow path and be discharged to the exhaust port via the exhaust flow path.

[0132] The suction section 211 can accommodate a rotatable agitator 250, which will be described later. With this configuration, dust around the suction section 211 can be guided into the suction section 211 by the rotation of the agitator 250, thereby increasing the efficiency of dust suction.

[0133] The upper body can form the upper appearance of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. Although not shown, a display can be installed on the upper body.

[0134] Although not shown in the figures, the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 of this invention may include a bumper. The bumper is attached to the edge of the main body 210 and is movable relative to the main body 210.

[0135] The bumper can be attached to a portion of the frame of the body 210, or to the entire frame of the body 210. At least one elastic member (not shown) can be provided between the bumper and the body 210. With this configuration, if the bumper comes into contact with an obstacle or the like and moves relative to the center of the body 210, the bumper can be reset to its initial position by the restoring force of the elastic member (not shown), absorbing or dispersing the impact applied to the bumper, thereby preventing and reducing the transmission of impact to the body 210.

[0136] The dust bin 220 can suck in external dust and air to store dust.

[0137] The dust bin 220 can store dust that flows in through the suction flow path. The dust bin 220 can have a dust inlet communicating with the suction flow path, an internal space for storing dust, and an air outlet for discharging air.

[0138] The dust bin 220 can be disposed inside the main body 210. In this case, the dust bin 220 can be fixedly attached to the main body 210, but of course, it can be separated according to the embodiment.

[0139] On the other hand, in this invention, a dust discharge path can be formed in the dust bin 220. This dust discharge path allows the internal space of the dust bin 220 to communicate with the external space of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. With this configuration, when dust is collected by the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100, the dust inside the dust bin 220 can be removed.

[0140] On the other hand, the dust bin 220 of this embodiment of the invention may have a dust outlet 221 that communicates with the dust discharge path. As one example, the dust outlet 221 may be formed on the rear side of the outer side (or outer peripheral surface) of the main body 210. As another example, the dust outlet 221 may be formed on the outer side of the dust bin 220.

[0141] Additionally, the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 of this embodiment may be equipped with a dust bin door 222 capable of selectively opening and closing the dust outlet 221. Specifically, the dust bin door 222 may be integrated with the main body 210 and may be configured in a position capable of blocking the dust outlet 221. As an example, the dust bin door 222 is formed of rubber or resin material, is rotatable, and one side may be fixedly integrated with the main body 210.

[0142] With this configuration, if the dust collection motor 152 of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 described later is operated, the dust bin door 222 can be elastically deformed by the driving force of the dust collection motor 152, and the dust discharge port 221 will open, so that the dust in the dust bin 220 can be collected into the dust collection section 140 of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100.

[0143] The bucket 230 is formed as a container with an internal space to store liquids such as water inside. The bucket 230 can be disposed inside the main body 210, can be fixedly attached to the main body 210, or can be attached to the main body 210 so as to be detachable.

[0144] The water tank 230 includes a supply section 231 and a nozzle (not shown). The supply section 231 can receive liquids such as water from the outside. For example, the supply section 231 may have an inlet formed on the other side behind the outer side (or outer peripheral surface) of the main body 210, and can be connected to the storage space inside the water tank 230 via a water supply hose.

[0145] At this time, the supply unit 231 can be configured on the opposite side of the sweeping robot 200 in the left-right direction in relation to the dust discharge port 221. For example, if the dust discharge port 221 is configured on the rear left side of the main body 210, then the supply unit 231 can be configured on the rear right side of the main body 210.

[0146] With this configuration, when the robot vacuum cleaner 200 is combined with the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100, the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 can simultaneously perform dust collection and water injection.

[0147] On the other hand, the nozzle (not shown) is formed in the shape of a tube or pipe and is connected to the bucket 230 so that the liquid inside the bucket 230 can flow through it. One side of the nozzle (not shown) is connected to the bucket 230, and the other end is located above a pair of rotating plates 241, so that the liquid inside the bucket 230 can be supplied to a pair of wiping cloths 242 respectively.

[0148] That is, the nozzle (not shown) can be formed into a tube branching into two. In this case, the end of one tube of the branch can be located on the upper side of the left rotating plate, and the end of the other tube of the branch can be located on the upper side of the right rotating plate.

[0149] On the other hand, although not shown, a pump is provided in the water tank 230, which allows the water inside the water tank 230 to flow toward the nozzle (not shown). Therefore, if the pump in the water tank 230 is running, the liquid stored in the water tank 230 can be ejected through the nozzle (not shown) toward the rotating cleaning unit 240.

[0150] The rotating cleaning unit 240 includes a rotating plate 241 and a cleaning cloth 242.

[0151] The rotating plate 241 may have a pair including a left rotating plate and a right rotating plate, and the rag 242 may have a pair including a left rag and a right rag.

[0152] The rotating plate 241 can be rotatably disposed on the bottom surface of the main body 210, and the rag 242 can be attached to the lower side.

[0153] The rotating plate 241 has a defined area and is formed into a flat plate or a flat frame. This rotating plate 241 is generally horizontally positioned, thus forming a shape where the width (or diameter) in the horizontal direction is much larger than the height in the vertical direction. The rotating plate 241, attached to the main body 210, can be parallel to the ground or inclined to the ground. The rotating plate 241 can be formed into a circular plate shape, the bottom surface of the rotating plate 241 can be generally circular, and the rotating plate 241 as a whole can be formed into a rotationally symmetrical shape.

[0154] A pair of rotating plates 241 can achieve left-right symmetry.

[0155] The rag 242 can be attached to the underside of the rotating plate 241 so that it faces the ground.

[0156] The bottom surface of the rag 242 facing the floor has a defined area, and the rag 242 is formed in a flat shape. The width (or diameter) of the rag 242 in the horizontal direction is much larger than its height in the vertical direction. As the rag 242 is attached to the side of the main body 210, the bottom surface of the rag 242 can be parallel to the ground or can be inclined to the ground.

[0157] The bottom surface of the rag 242 can be roughly circular, and the rag 242 as a whole can be rotationally symmetrical. In addition, the rag 242 can be attached to the bottom surface of the rotating plate 241, and can be combined with the rotating plate 241 to rotate together with the rotating plate 241.

[0158] On the other hand, although not shown, the rotating cleaning unit 240 may be provided with a drive unit that applies rotational force to the rotating plate 241. For example, the drive unit may have a motor and at least one gear. Therefore, when the drive unit is running, the rotating plate 241 and the mop 242 can rotate and wipe the floor.

[0159] The agitator 250 may be equipped with a plurality of rotating brushes that can guide external dust and air into the dust bin 220. At the same time, the agitator 250 may be equipped with at least one gear.

[0160] On the other hand, the agitator 250 of this embodiment may be equipped with an additional agitator motor (not shown) and receive rotational power. Of course, according to the embodiment, it may also receive rotational power from a driving motor or from the drive unit of the rotating cleaning unit 240.

[0161] Wheel 260 can be disposed on the bottom surface of main body 210 and can be connected to drive unit (not shown). At this time, drive unit (not shown) can be attached to main body 210.

[0162] Wheel 260 can be installed on the main body 210 and can roll on the ground.

[0163] Wheel 260 can be composed of a first driving wheel and a second driving wheel. In this case, the first driving wheel can be configured to be the same as the second driving wheel, or symmetrically arranged. As an example, if the first driving wheel is located on the left side of the sweeping robot 200, then the second driving wheel can be located on the right side of the sweeping robot 200. In this case, the first driving wheel and the second driving wheel can achieve left-right symmetry.

[0164] The drive unit (not shown) may include a travel motor and gears. In this case, the travel motor may be housed inside the main body 210 and provides power to the wheel 260. The travel motor may include a first travel motor and a second travel motor.

[0165] The travel motor can be an electric motor. Multiple gears mesh and rotate, connecting the travel motor and wheel 260, transmitting the rotational power of the travel motor to wheel 260. Therefore, wheel 260 can rotate when the shaft of the travel motor rotates.

[0166] With this configuration, if the driving motor is running, the wheel 260 can rotate, and the main body 210 can travel on the ground at a specified speed.

[0167] The auxiliary wheel 270 can be disposed on the lower surface of the main body 210 and can roll on the ground (the surface to be cleaned). The auxiliary wheel 270, together with a pair of wheels 260, can support the main body 210 on the ground. With this configuration, the auxiliary wheel 270 can minimize the friction between the robot vacuum cleaner 200 and the ground, while guiding the movement of the robot vacuum cleaner 200.

[0168] The suction motor (not shown) generates suction that draws in external dust and air through the suction section 211. For example, the suction motor (not shown) can be an electric motor. Under the suction generated by the suction motor (not shown), external dust and air flow into the suction section 211 and reach the dust bin 220 after passing through the suction flow path.

[0169] Although not shown, the battery is integrated into the main body 210 and supplies power to other components constituting the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The battery can supply power to at least one motor disposed in the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. For example, the battery can supply power to the rotating cleaning unit 240, the agitator 250, the wheels 260, and a motor disposed in the suction motor (not shown).

[0170] In addition, the battery can supply power to the sensor unit (not shown) and the control unit (not shown).

[0171] The battery can be charged by an external power source, and for this purpose, a charging terminal 280 for charging can be provided on one side of the main body 210. For example, the charging terminal 280 can be configured on the rear side of the outer surface of the main body 210. If the robot vacuum cleaner 200 is combined with the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100, the charging terminal 280 can contact the power supply terminal 123b of the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 and receive power.

[0172] Figure 10 A perspective view of a robot vacuum cleaner base station illustrating an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 11 It shows Figure 10 Top view.

[0173] Reference Figure 10 and Figure 11 The base station 100 of the sweeping robot of this utility model is described as follows.

[0174] The robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can be housed in the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100. The robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can be attached to the joint 120 of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100.

[0175] The robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 may include a cover 110.

[0176] The cover 110 can form the appearance of the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100. As an example, the cover 110 can be formed in a shape similar to a hexahedron including at least one outer wall.

[0177] The cover 110 can have a space inside that can accommodate the joint 120, the dust collection path 130, the dust collection part 140, the dust collection motor 152, the cloth washing part 160, the cloth drying part 170, and the exhaust path 125a.

[0178] The cover 110 can be installed on the lower side of the kitchen cabinet 2. Specifically, the cover 110 can be installed in the mounting space 24 formed between the lower side panel 23 of the kitchen cabinet 2 and the kitchen floor.

[0179] The cover 110 includes an outer wall 111 that forms the appearance. The outer wall 111 may refer to a surface formed along the direction of gravity.

[0180] As one example, the outer wall 111 can be installed at predetermined intervals on the lower side of the kitchen cabinet 2. As another example, the cover 110 may also include a bottom 112 facing the kitchen floor, through which the outer wall 111 can be connected. As yet another example, the cover 110 also includes a bottom 112 facing the kitchen floor and an upper cover 113 facing the lower side panel 23 of the kitchen cabinet 2, with the upper and lower ends of the outer wall 111 connected to each other via the bottom 112 and the upper cover 113. As yet another example, the cover 110 may also include a bottom 112, an upper cover 113, and a third outer wall member 111c facing the building wall.

[0181] With this configuration, the cover 110 can seal the upper and lower sides of the robot vacuum base station 100. Therefore, even if foreign objects fall from the kitchen cabinet 2 to the lower side, it can also prevent the robot vacuum 200 and the components of the robot vacuum base station 100 from being contaminated.

[0182] The outer wall 111 may be composed of a first outer wall component 111a, a second outer wall component 111b, and a third outer wall component 111c.

[0183] The first outer wall member 111a may cover one of the two sides of the cover 110, and the second outer wall member 111b may cover the other side of the cover 110. For example, the first outer wall member 111a may be disposed on the left side of the cover 110, and the second outer wall member 111b may be disposed on the right side of the cover 110.

[0184] The third outer wall member 111c can connect to the first outer wall member 111a and the second outer wall member 111b. Specifically, the third outer wall member 111c can be connected to the first outer wall member 111a and the second outer wall member 111b from the rear.

[0185] With this configuration, the components of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 can be housed inside the housing 110 (between the first outer wall component 111a, the second outer wall component 111b, and the third outer wall component 111c).

[0186] Additionally, the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can be housed inside the enclosure 110. The enclosure 110 can be configured to have an outer wall 111 with a gap larger than the maximum horizontal width of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. With this configuration, the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can enter and exit the enclosure 110.

[0187] In this embodiment, the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can enter and exit from the front of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100. Here, "front" can refer to the direction in which the door 126 is set with the interior of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 as a reference.

[0188] Additionally, "rear" can refer to the opposite direction from the front, based on the interior of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100. For example, a building wall (not shown) may be located behind the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100.

[0189] In addition, based on the observation of the front from inside the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100, the left side can be called the left side and the right side can be called the right side.

[0190] That is, the outer wall 111 of the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 can be configured on the left side and the right side respectively.

[0191] Therefore, the upper side of the cover 110 can be covered by the kitchen cabinet 2, and the lower side of the cover 110 can be covered by the kitchen floor. In addition, the left and right sides of the cover 110 are either covered by the outer wall 111 or disposed in the lower part of the kitchen cabinet 2. At this time, the lower part of the kitchen cabinet 2, except for the robot vacuum base station 100, can be finished by the baseboard 26, resulting in only the front of the cover 110 being exposed to the outside.

[0192] This minimizes the amount of the robot vacuum base station 100 and the robot vacuum 200 exposed to the outside.

[0193] With this configuration, the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this utility model has an aesthetic effect that can provide users with decoration.

[0194] On the other hand, although not shown, the cover 110 may have a space for a water supply pipe connected to a water supply pipe to pass through, a space for a drainage pipe to pass through for wastewater generated after washing the cloth 242, and a space for a pipe to pass through for water generated during the drying process of the cloth 242. For example, at least one of the outer wall 111, the third outer wall member 111c, and the upper cover 113 of the cover 110 may have a space for a plurality of the aforementioned pipes to pass through.

[0195] The robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 may include a joint 120.

[0196] The robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can connect to the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 through the joint 120.

[0197] The robotic vacuum cleaner 200 and the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 can be physically, electrically, and / or through a connection 120. If the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 is physically, electrically, and / or through a connection 120 with the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100, it can be described as the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 and the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 docking.

[0198] The connecting portion 120 can be disposed inside the cover 110. In this case, according to the embodiment, the connecting portion 120 can be configured to be drawn out from the cover 110 via the drawer 190.

[0199] With this configuration, the user can easily access and maintain the joint 120 when it needs to be cleaned or repaired, or when a part needs to be replaced.

[0200] An entrance 127 for the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 to enter can be formed at the joint 120. The entrance 127 can refer to the space formed in front of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100.

[0201] The entrance / exit 127 can be sized to allow the robot vacuum cleaner 200 to pass through. That is, the height of the entrance / exit 127 is greater than the height of the robot vacuum cleaner 200. In this case, the entrance / exit 127 can refer to the space formed vertically upward from the front end of the bottom member 121 (described later), and the upper end of the entrance / exit can be the same as the lower side of the lower side panel 23 of the kitchen cabinet 2 or the upper end of the cover 110.

[0202] Furthermore, the entrance / exit 127 is configured such that its width in the left-right direction is greater than the maximum width of the sweeping robot 200. In this case, at least one of a dust collection section 140 and a mop cleaning section 160 can be arranged on the left and right sides of the entrance / exit 127. Therefore, the left and right ends of the entrance / exit 127 can form boundaries with the dust collection section 140 and the mop cleaning section 160. If either the dust collection section 140 or the mop cleaning section 160 is absent, the outer wall 111 of the cover 110 can also serve as a boundary.

[0203] At this time, the entrance / exit 127 can be opened and closed by the door 126. The door 126 can be disposed at the upper end of the entrance / exit 127 and has a rotation axis arranged in a direction parallel to the bottom member 121. The door 126 can be hinged relative to the cover 110. Alternatively, the door 126 can be hinged relative to the side wall 124 of the connecting part 120. The door 126 can be rotated by the door drive part 126a. As an example, the door drive part 126a can be a motor.

[0204] For example, the door 126 can be formed as a rectangular flat plate, with a hinge portion 126b at the upper end, and a door drive portion 126a connected to one axial end of the hinge portion 126b. In this case, the hinge portion 126b of the door 126 can also be directly connected to the shaft of the drive portion 126a, and can be connected to transmit power through at least one gear.

[0205] The door 126 can remain closed at the entrance / exit 127 when the robot vacuum 200 is housed in the connecting portion 120. Furthermore, when the robot vacuum 200 begins to move from the connecting portion 120, it can rotate to open the entrance / exit 127. After the robot vacuum 200 passes through the entrance / exit 127, the door 126 can rotate to close the entrance / exit 127. Additionally, if the robot vacuum 200 approaches from outside the robot vacuum base station 100, the door 126 can rotate to open the entrance / exit 127.

[0206] The joint 120 may include a receiving space S, a bottom member 121, a joint wall 123, and a side wall 124.

[0207] The robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can be accommodated in the accommodating space S of the connecting part 120. As one example, the accommodating space S can refer to the space surrounded by the bottom member 121, the connecting wall 123, and the side wall 124. As another example, the accommodating space S can refer to the space surrounded by the bottom member 121, the cleaning plate 122, the connecting wall 123, and the side wall 124. As yet another example, the accommodating space S can refer to the space where the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 is located when it is connected to the power supply terminal 123b, or the space where the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 is located when its dustbin 220 is connected to the dust passage hole 123a.

[0208] The bottom component 121 can be configured to connect the robot vacuum base station 100 to the bottom surface, and can support the robot vacuum 200 when the robot vacuum base station 100 is combined with the robot vacuum 200.

[0209] The bottom member 121 may refer to a portion of the bottom 112 of the cover 110. Alternatively, the bottom member 121 may be a configuration included in the bottom 112 of the cover 110. Alternatively, the bottom member 121 may be a configuration formed on the top surface of the bottom 112 of the cover 110.

[0210] The bottom component 121 may include a bottom component body 121a, an inclined portion 121b, a wheel mounting portion 121c, an agitator receiving portion 121d, and a cleaning plate mounting portion 121e.

[0211] The bottom component body 121a can form the overall shape of the bottom component 121. The bottom component body 121a can be provided with an inclined part 121b, a wheel mounting part 121c, an agitator housing part 121d, and a cleaning plate mounting part 121e.

[0212] The bottom component body 121a can be formed such that its width (or diameter) in the horizontal direction is greater than its height in the vertical direction. Due to this structure, the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 can be stably supported on the ground.

[0213] An exhaust flow path 125a may be provided inside the bottom component body 121a. Therefore, the air discharged from the dust collection motor 152 can flow through the exhaust flow path 125a formed inside the bottom component body 121a and be discharged to the exhaust port 125b.

[0214] The inclined part 121b can be configured in the bottom component body 121a as an entry point for the sweeping robot 200 to climb.

[0215] The tilting portion 121b may have a forward tilt in the direction in which the robot vacuum cleaner 200 enters. More specifically, the front end of the entrance side of the tilting portion 121b is connected to the ground without any height difference, and may have a forward tilt in the direction in which the robot vacuum cleaner 200 enters. In this case, "front" in the direction in which the robot vacuum cleaner 200 enters refers to the rear direction relative to the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100. As a result, the robot vacuum cleaner 200 can easily climb from the ground to the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100.

[0216] A wheel guide 121ba may be provided in the inclined section 121b.

[0217] The wheel guide portion 121ba can be formed in the shape of a groove to guide the movement of the wheels 260 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The surface of the wheel guide portion 121ba can be formed correspondingly to the surface of the wheels 260 to enable the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 to move stably. In addition, the wheel guide portion 121ba can be formed such that the width of the groove at the entrance for the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 to climb is greater than the width of the wheels 260, and the width of the groove becomes narrower relative to the entrance as the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 moves forward along its climbing path. As a result, the wheels 260 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can easily enter the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100, and because the width of the groove gradually narrows, lateral movement is restricted, thereby guiding the wheels 260 to an accurate position.

[0218] An auxiliary wheel guide 121bb may be provided in the inclined section 121b.

[0219] The auxiliary wheel guide 121bb can be formed in a groove shape to guide the movement of the auxiliary wheel 270 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. Alternatively, the auxiliary wheel guide 121bb can be formed in a protruding shape so that when the wheel 260 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 is placed on the wheel guide 121ba, it connects with the auxiliary wheel 270. Thus, when the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 travels on the inclined section 121b, the wheel 260 and the auxiliary wheel 270 can be stably supported and used for travel.

[0220] The wheels 260 of a robotic vacuum cleaner 200, which move upwards along the wheel guide 121ba, can be mounted in the wheel mounting section 121c. If the wheels 260 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 are mounted in the wheel mounting section 121c, the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 and the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 can be physically connected. The surface of the wheel mounting section 121c can be formed correspondingly to the surface of the wheel 260 to allow the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 to stop stably. The wheel mounting section 121c can extend from the upper end of the wheel guide 121ba. The wheel mounting section 121c can be connected to the wheel guide 121ba without any steps. Therefore, the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can easily move to the wheel mounting section 121c via the tilting section 121b.

[0221] The wheel mounting section 121c can be configured at the stopping positions of the left and right side wheels 260 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 to ensure that the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 stops in an accurate position. Here, the stopping position of the wheels 260 refers to the stopping position set for connecting the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 to the power supply terminal 123b and / or the stopping position set for connecting the dustbin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 to the dust passage hole 123a.

[0222] The wheel mounting portion 121c can be shaped into an arc shape that corresponds to the shape of the wheel 260 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. With this configuration, the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can move along the wheel guide portion 121ba and then stop when the wheel 260 is inserted into the wheel mounting portion 121c, and the wheel 260 can be stably mounted on the arc-shaped wheel mounting portion 121c.

[0223] The agitator 250 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can be accommodated in the agitator accommodating portion 121d. Specifically, the agitator accommodating portion 121d can provide space to accommodate the agitator 250 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 while the wheels 260 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 are mounted in the wheel mounting portion 121c.

[0224] The agitator receiving portion 121d may include a recessed portion 121da and a protruding portion 121db.

[0225] The recess 121da can be formed to be recessed from the bottom member 121. The recess 121da can form a receiving space 121dc for accommodating at least a portion of the agitator 250. Thus, with the wheels 260 of the sweeping robot 200 mounted in the wheel mounting portion 121c, at least a portion of the agitator 250 can be accommodated in the receiving space 121dc of the recess 121da.

[0226] The receiving space 121dc of the recess 121da can communicate with the receiving space S of the joint 120.

[0227] An exhaust port 125b may be formed on one side of the recess 121da. Specifically, the exhaust port 125b may be formed on the side of the recess 121da. Therefore, air discharged from the dust collection motor 152 and passing through the exhaust flow path 125a can be discharged through the exhaust port 125b into the receiving space 121dc of the recess 121da.

[0228] The protrusion 121db can be formed to protrude from the bottom member 121. The protrusion 121db can be arranged along the edge of the recess 121da. In addition, when the agitator 250 is accommodated in the accommodating space 121dc of the recess 121da, the protrusion 121db can be separated from the main body 210 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200 by a predetermined distance.

[0229] The protrusion 121db can guide air expelled through the exhaust port 125b to the suction section 211 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200. Thus, the air discharged into the receiving space 121dc of the recess 121da can be guided by the protrusion 121db to the suction section 211 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200.

[0230] An agitator receiving portion 121d can be formed between the wheel mounting portions 121c. The agitator receiving portion 121d can be shaped to correspond to the agitator 250 of the sweeping robot 200. The agitator receiving portion 121d can be shaped as a cuboid with an open top. The bottom surface of the agitator receiving portion 121d can be sealed by the bottom 112. Therefore, the agitator 250 of the sweeping robot 200, which moves upward along the inclined portion 121b, can be mounted on the recessed portion 121da through the open top surface of the agitator receiving portion 121d. At this time, the depth of the recessed portion 121da can be shallower than the depth of the wheel mounting portions 121c.

[0231] An exhaust port 125b may be formed in the agitator housing 121d. The exhaust port 125b may be formed on the side of the agitator housing 121d. The exhaust port 125b is connected to the recess 121da of the agitator housing 121d and the dust collection motor 152 through the exhaust flow path 125a. The recess 121da of the agitator housing 121d and the exhaust flow path 125a are connected through the exhaust port 125b. Therefore, air discharged from the dust collection motor 152 can be discharged into the recess 121da of the agitator housing 121d through the exhaust port 125b.

[0232] The connecting wall 123 is configured to accommodate the dust passage 123a, power supply terminal 123b, and water nozzle 123c of the robot vacuum base station 100. The connecting wall 123 spatially separates the accommodating space S from the components of the robot vacuum base station 100. The connecting wall 123 can extend from the rear side of the bottom member 121 in a direction intersecting the bottom member 121. The connecting wall 123 can also extend vertically from the rear side of the bottom member 121. The connecting wall 123 can be formed to correspond to the shape of the robot vacuum 200. For example, the connecting wall 123 can be formed as an arc shape with a predetermined radius. This configuration can surround the outline of the robot vacuum 200, increasing the area of ​​the outer surface facing the robot vacuum 200. Furthermore, it can stably support the robot vacuum 200.

[0233] A dust passage hole 123a can be formed in the joint 120 to allow air from outside the cover 110 to flow inwards. Specifically, a dust passage hole 123a can be formed in the joint wall 123 of the joint 120 to allow air from outside the cover 110 to flow inwards. The dust passage hole 123a can communicate with the dust bin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The dust passage hole 123a can communicate with the dust outlet 221 of the dust bin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The dust passage hole 123a can be formed with a hole shape corresponding to the shape of the dust bin 220 so that dust from the dust bin 220 flows into the dust collection section 140. The dust passage hole 123a can be formed with a shape corresponding to the dust outlet 221 of the dust bin 220. The dust passage hole 123a can be formed to communicate with the dust collection flow path 130. Air sucked into the dust passage hole 123a can be discharged through the exhaust section 125 after flowing through the dust collection flow path 130.

[0234] The power supply terminal 123b can supply power to the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 that is coupled to the connecting part 120. The power supply terminal 123b can contact and be electrically connected to the charging terminal 280 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The power supply terminal 123b can be disposed on the connecting part 120. Specifically, the power supply terminal 123b can be disposed on the connecting wall 123. The power supply terminal 123b can be electrically connected to the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 coupled to the connecting wall 123. The power supply terminal 123b can supply power to the battery of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 coupled to the connecting wall 123.

[0235] The robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 may also include a water supply nozzle 123c.

[0236] The water supply nozzle 123c can be connected to the supply section 231 of the water tank 230 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. Specifically, the water supply nozzle 123c can be connected to the inlet of the water tank 230. The inlet is configured to connect to the water tank 230 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The water supply nozzle 123c can supply water supplied from the water supply pipe of the kitchen cabinet 2 to the storage space inside the water tank 230 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200.

[0237] If the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 docks with the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100, the electrode sensor (not shown) installed on the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can detect the docking. Therefore, if the electrode sensor detects the docking, water supplied from the water supply pipe of the kitchen cabinet 2 can be supplied to the water tank 230 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 through the water supply nozzle 123c. Here, water supplied from the water supply pipe of the kitchen cabinet 2 and passing through the regulator 162 can be supplied to the water supply nozzle 123c through the selective flow path opening of the switching valve 166 (described later).

[0238] The side wall 124 is a structure that spatially separates the receiving space S of the joint 120 from the components of the robot vacuum base station 100.

[0239] A pair of sidewalls 124 may be arranged on the left and right sides of the bottom member 121. The sidewalls 124 may be connected to both ends of the connecting wall 123.

[0240] Specifically, the sidewall 124 may be composed of a first sidewall member 124a and a second sidewall member 124b.

[0241] The first sidewall member 124a can be disposed on one side of the bottom member 121, and the second sidewall member 124b can be disposed on the other side of the bottom member 121. For example, the first sidewall member 124a can be disposed on the left side of the bottom member 121, and the second sidewall member 124b can be disposed on the right side of the bottom member 121.

[0242] The sidewall 124 can extend from the left and right sides of the bottom member 121 in a direction intersecting the bottom member 121. Specifically, the sidewall 124 can extend vertically from the left and right sides of the bottom member 121. The height of the sidewall 124 can be formed corresponding to the height of the support leg 21. Specifically, the height of the sidewall 124 can be formed to be the same as the height of the support leg 21.

[0243] On the other hand, various components such as a dust collection path 130, a dust collection unit 140, a dust collection motor 152, a detergent tank 163, and a wastewater tank 164 can be arranged on the outer side of the side wall 124. Specifically, the dust collection unit 140, the detergent tank 163, and the wastewater tank 164 can be accommodated in the space between the side wall 124 and the outer wall 111 of the cover 110.

[0244] The dust collection section 140 and the detergent tank 163 can be slidably separated from the space between the side wall 124 and the outer wall 111 of the cover 110. The left and right widths of the dust collection section 140 and the detergent tank 163 can be formed corresponding to the distance between the side wall 124 and the outer wall 111 of the cover 110.

[0245] The cleaning plate mounting portion 121e is configured to accommodate the cleaning plate 122, which will be described later. The cleaning plate mounting portion 121e can be disposed on the rear side of the bottom member body 121a. The cleaning plate mounting portion 121e can be formed corresponding to the cleaning plate 122 so that the cleaning plate 122 can be inserted therein.

[0246] The cleaning plate 122 is a component of the cleaning cloth used to clean the sweeping robot 200. The cleaning plate 122 can be placed in the cleaning plate placement part 121e of the bottom component 121.

[0247] The cleaning plate 122 may have protrusions 122a and drainage holes 122b. When the cleaning unit 240 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200 is driven by rotating the cleaning unit while the mop 242 is placed on the cleaning plate 122, the mop 242 rotates. At this time, if the mop 242 rotates while washing water is supplied to the cleaning plate 122, the mop 242 can rub against and clean the stationary protrusions 122a.

[0248] Furthermore, the washing plate 122 can be formed to tilt downwards towards the center. Therefore, the washing water flowing along the inclined washing plate 122 can flow out through the drain hole 122b into the space formed between the washing plate 122 and the washing plate mounting portion 121e after washing the cloth 242.

[0249] The dust collection section 140 can collect dust from the dust bin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The dust collection section 140 can be disposed inside the cover 110. The dust collection section 140 can also be disposed outside the joint 120. In this case, the receiving space S can be disposed inside the joint 120.

[0250] The dust collection unit 140 may include a dust collection unit cover 141, a dust bag (not shown), a filter 142, and a dust collection unit drawer 144.

[0251] The dust collection unit cover 141 can form a space inside that can accommodate a dust bag (not shown), a filter 142, and a dust collection unit drawer 144.

[0252] The dust collection drawer 144 can be extended and attached to the interior of the dust collection cover 141, and a dust bag (not shown) can be stored inside the dust collection drawer 144. For example, the dust collection cover 141 can be formed into a rectangular tube shape with an open front, and the rear internal space can be connected to the first flow path 131 and the second flow path 132.

[0253] One side of the interior of the dust collection unit cover 141 can be connected to the first flow path 131, and the other side can be connected to the second flow path 132. In addition, if a dust bag (not shown) is attached to the dust collection unit cover 141, the dust bag (not shown) can be connected to the first flow path 131 inside the dust collection unit cover 141.

[0254] The dust collection cover 141 can communicate with the first flow path 131 through an inlet 141a formed on its upper side. The inlet 141a can be configured to guide air flowing into the first flow path 131 into the interior of the dust bag (not shown). The inlet 141a can connect the first flow path 131 and the dust bag (not shown). Therefore, dust sucked in from the dust bin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can move into the dust bag (not shown) via the first flow path 131 and the inlet 141a.

[0255] The dust collection hood 141 can communicate with the second flow path 132 through an outlet 141b formed on its lower side. The outlet 141b can be configured to guide air through the dust collection hood 141 into the second flow path 132. The outlet 141b can be configured at a different height from the inlet 141a. The outlet 141b can be configured to be lower than the inlet 141a. The outlet 141b can connect the internal space of the dust collection hood 141 and the second flow path 132. Therefore, air filtered by dust when passing through a dust bag (not shown) can move to the second flow path 132 via the outlet 141b.

[0256] A dust bag (not shown) can refer to a dust bag that collects dust sucked into the dust bin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 by the dust collection motor 152. The dust bag (not shown) can be detachably attached to the dust collection cover 141. Therefore, the dust bag (not shown) can be separated from the dust collection cover 141 and discarded, and a new dust bag (not shown) can be attached to the dust collection cover 141. That is, the dust bag (not shown) can be defined as a consumable.

[0257] If suction is generated by the dust collection motor 152, the volume of the dust bag (not shown) can be increased, thereby allowing dust to be contained inside.

[0258] Therefore, the dust bag (not shown) can be made of a material that allows air to pass through but prevents foreign objects such as dust from passing through. For example, the dust bag (not shown) can be made of non-woven fabric and can have a hexahedral shape corresponding to the shape of the dust collection unit cover 141, based on the increase in volume.

[0259] In contrast, the dust bag (not shown) can be made of a non-permeable material. For example, the dust bag (not shown) may include a roll of plastic (not shown). With this configuration, if the dust bag (not shown) is sealed or joined, leakage of dust or odors collected inside the dust bag (not shown) to the outside of the dust bag (not shown) can be prevented. In this case, the dust bag (not shown) can be installed onto the dust collection unit cover 141 through a dust bag box (not shown). The dust bag (not shown) can be replaced through the dust bag box as needed.

[0260] Filter 142 can be configured between dust collection hood 141 and second flow path 132. Filter 142 can be configured at outlet 141b. Filter 142 can be a pre-filter or a HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) filter. Air passing through the dust bag (not shown) can flow into the second flow path 132 via filter 142.

[0261] The dust collection drawer 144 is extendably attached to the dust collection cover 141, and a dust bag (not shown) can be accommodated inside.

[0262] At this time, the dust collection drawer 144 includes a dust collection drawer body 144a, a handle 144d, and a drawer slide 144e.

[0263] The dust collection drawer body 144a can provide space for assembling a dust bag (not shown) inside. For example, the dust collection drawer body 144a can be formed as a box with an open top, and an inlet 144b and an outlet 144c can be formed at the rear to communicate with the first flow path 131 and the second flow path 132.

[0264] For example, the dust collection drawer body 144a can be formed with different widths in the upper and lower left and right directions. For example, the upper left and right width of the dust collection drawer body 144a can be greater than the lower left and right width. That is, a step can be formed inside the dust collection drawer body 144a. This maximizes the upper space where the dust bag (not shown) is located, and facilitates the flow of air through the dust bag (not shown) to the lower side.

[0265] The upper side of the dust collection drawer body 144a can be connected to the first flow path 131 via the inlet 144b. The inlet 144b can be configured to guide air flowing into the dust bag (not shown) through the first flow path 131. The inlet 144b can connect the first flow path 131 and the dust bag (not shown). Therefore, dust sucked in from the dust bin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can move into the dust bag (not shown) via the first flow path 131 and the inlet 144b.

[0266] The dust collection drawer 144 can communicate with the second flow path 132 through an outlet 144c formed on its lower side. The outlet 144c can be configured to guide air through the dust collection drawer 144 into the second flow path 132. The outlet 144c and the inlet 144b can be configured at different heights. The outlet 144c can be configured to be lower than the inlet 144b. The outlet 144c can connect the internal space of the dust collection drawer 144 and the second flow path 132. Therefore, air filtered by dust when passing through a dust bag (not shown) can move into the second flow path 132 via the outlet 144c.

[0267] A handle 144d may be provided on the front of the dust collection section drawer body 144a. The handle 144d may be configured to be gripped by a user. For example, the handle 144d may include a pair of connecting parts that engage with the front hinge of the dust collection section drawer body 144a and a gripping part that connects the pair of connecting parts and is gripped by a user.

[0268] With this configuration, if the user holds the grip and pulls forward, the dust collection drawer body 144a can be pulled forward and extended together. Therefore, according to this invention, the user can easily pull the dust collection drawer 144 forward, then lift the dust bag (not shown) upward and remove and replace it.

[0269] Drawer slides 144e can be formed on the left and right sides of the dust collection unit drawer body 144a. The drawer slides 144e can guide the movement of the dust collection unit drawer body 144a.

[0270] For example, the drawer slide 144e can be formed as a groove or rib on the left and right sides of the dust collection section drawer body 144a along the front and back directions.

[0271] With this configuration, when the user attaches the dust collection drawer 144 to the dust collection cover 141, it can be attached to the correct position, and the dust collection section 140, the first flow path 131 and the second flow path 132 can be connected to the correct position, thereby reducing flow loss.

[0272] On the other hand, corresponding to the drawer slide 144e, a guide rail 141c can also be formed on the inner side of the dust collection cover 141. The guide rail 141c of the dust collection cover 141 can be formed in a shape and position corresponding to the drawer slide 144e. For example, if the drawer slide 144e is formed in the form of a groove, then the guide rail 141c of the dust collection cover 141 can be formed in the form of a rib or a protruding boss.

[0273] Figure 12 A side view of the dust collection flow path of the robot vacuum cleaner base station, used to illustrate an embodiment of the present invention, is shown. Figures 13 to 16 A cross-sectional view of the dust collection flow path of the robot vacuum cleaner base station, used to illustrate an embodiment of the present invention, is shown. Figure 17 A cross-sectional view of the discharge port of the dust collection motor cover of the robot vacuum cleaner base station used to illustrate an embodiment of the present invention is shown.

[0274] Reference Figures 12 to 17 The dust collection flow path 130 is described as follows.

[0275] The robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 may include a dust collection path 130. The dust collection path 130 may refer to the path through which air drawn in through the dust passage 123a flows to the dust collection unit 140 and then to the dust collection motor 152.

[0276] Specifically, the dust collection path 130 may include a first path 131 connecting the dust bin 220 and the dust collection section 140, and a second path 132 connecting the dust collection section 140 and the dust collection motor 152, when the robot vacuum 200 is combined with the robot vacuum base station 100 and the dust is connected to the dust bin 220 of the robot vacuum 200 through the hole 123a.

[0277] On the other hand, in this specification, the first flow path 131 may also be referred to as the suction flow path 131. Hereinafter, for ease of explanation, both the first flow path 131 and the suction flow path 131 will be referred to as the first flow path 131.

[0278] The first flow path 131 can connect the dustbin 220 and the dust collection section 140 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The first flow path 131 can connect the dustbin 220 and the dust collection section 140 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The first flow path 131 can connect the dust passage hole 123a of the connecting part 120 and the dust collection section 140. The first flow path 131 can refer to the space between the dustbin 220 and the dust collection section 140 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. The first flow path 131 can be formed in a near-horizontal direction. The first flow path 131 can be a space formed rearward from the dust passage hole 123a, or it can be formed by bending laterally from the dust passage hole 123a, and it is a flow path that allows dust and air to flow. Dust in the dustbin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can move to the dust collection section 140 through the first flow path 131.

[0279] The second flow path 132 can connect the dust collection unit 140 and the dust collection motor 152. The second flow path 132 can be formed in a near-horizontal direction. In this case, the first flow path 131 and the second flow path 132 can be formed at different heights. The first flow path 131 and the second flow path 132 can be formed in a stacked structure. The second flow path 132 can be configured to be lower than the first flow path 131. With this configuration, the lateral width and overall volume of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 can be minimized.

[0280] The dust collection module 150 can provide suction airflow to the dust collection flow path 130.

[0281] Specifically, the dust collection module 150 may include a dust collection motor cover 151 and a dust collection motor 152.

[0282] The dust collection motor housing 151 can be configured inside the housing 110. The dust collection motor housing 151 can house the dust collection motor 152 inside.

[0283] The dust collection motor housing 151 may have an inlet 151a and an outlet 151b.

[0284] The internal space of the dust collection motor housing 151 can be connected to the second flow path 132 through the inlet 151a. Therefore, the inlet 151a can guide the air flowing in the second flow path 132 to the dust collection motor 152.

[0285] The internal space of the dust collection motor housing 151 can be connected to the exhaust flow path 125a through the discharge port 151b. Therefore, the discharge port 151b can guide the air passing through the dust collection motor 152 into the exhaust flow path 125a.

[0286] The dust collection motor 152 can generate suction in the dust collection flow path 130. The dust collection motor 152 can be configured inside the dust collection motor housing 151.

[0287] The dust collection motor 152 can be configured behind the dust collection section 140. Thus, the dust collection motor 152 can provide suction power to suck up dust from the dust bin 220 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200.

[0288] The dust collection motor 152 can generate suction by rotation. As an example, the dust collection motor 152 can be formed in a shape similar to a cylinder.

[0289] One side of the dust collection motor 152 can be connected to the second flow path 132, and the other side can be connected to the exhaust flow path 125a. When the dust collection motor 152 is driven, the air flowing in the second flow path 132 can flow into the interior of the dust collection motor housing 151 through the inlet hole 151a. Furthermore, the air flowing into the interior of the dust collection motor housing 151 can be discharged through the outlet hole 151b after passing through the dust collection motor 152. Additionally, the air discharged through the outlet hole 151b can flow in the exhaust flow path 125a and be discharged towards the exhaust port 125b.

[0290] On the other hand, the virtual dust collection motor axis AC, which extends the rotation axis of the dust collection motor 152, can be formed in a near-horizontal direction. Furthermore, the inlet 151a and outlet 151b of the dust collection motor housing 151 can also be opened in a horizontal direction. Additionally, the outlet 151b can be located at the same height as the exhaust port 125b. With this configuration, the overall volume of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100, configured in the installation space 21a of the kitchen cabinet 2 or structure, can be minimized.

[0291] The exhaust section 125 can guide the air discharged from the dust collection motor 152 to the outside of the housing 110. The exhaust section 125 can connect the internal space and the external space of the housing 110.

[0292] The exhaust section 125 may consist of an exhaust flow path 125a and an exhaust port 125b.

[0293] The exhaust flow path 125a provides a flow path for the air discharged from the dust collection motor 152. The exhaust flow path 125a can be configured inside the bottom component body 121a.

[0294] The exhaust flow path 125a can be connected to the flow path of the dust collection motor 152. The exhaust flow path 125a can refer to the flow path connecting the discharge hole 151b and the exhaust port 125b. One end of the exhaust flow path 125a can communicate with the internal space of the dust collection motor housing 151, and the other end of the exhaust flow path 125a can communicate with the receiving space 121dc of the recess 121da. Specifically, one end of the exhaust flow path 125a can be connected to the discharge hole 151b, and the other end of the exhaust flow path 125a can be connected to the exhaust port 125b.

[0295] The exhaust flow path 125a can be a horizontal flow path formed inside the housing 110. The exhaust flow path 125a can be connected to the flow path of the dust collection motor 152. Specifically, one end of the exhaust flow path 125a can be connected to the dust collection section 140, and the other end of the exhaust flow path 125a can be connected to the exhaust port 125b.

[0296] The exhaust port 125b serves as an outlet for guiding air discharged from the dust collection motor 152 into the receiving space 121dc of the recess 121da. Therefore, air discharged from the dust collection motor 152 and flowing in the exhaust flow path 125a can be discharged to the outside of the cover 110 through the exhaust port 125b.

[0297] The vent 125b may be formed on the bottom member 121. The vent 125b may be formed on the agitator housing 121d. The vent 125b may be formed in the recess 121da of the agitator housing 121d. The vent 125b may be formed on the side of the recess 121da.

[0298] Figures 18 to 20 A diagram illustrating the exhaust flow path of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 21 and Figure 22 The diagram shows a state in which a portion of the bottom surface of the bottom component body has been removed to illustrate the exhaust flow path of the robot vacuum base station according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 23 A detailed description is shown. Figure 22 The 3D view of region A shown.

[0299] Reference Figures 18 to 23 The exhaust flow path of the sweeping robot base station in this embodiment of the present invention is as follows.

[0300] The exhaust flow path 125a of this embodiment can guide the air expelled from the dust collection motor 152 to the suction section 211 of the sweeping robot 200.

[0301] The exhaust flow path 125a can be configured to guide the air expelled from the dust collection motor 152 towards the suction section 211 of the robot vacuum 200 instead of expelling it to the outside, thus allowing the air to continuously circulate between the robot vacuum 200 and the robot vacuum base station 100. As a result, the hot air expelled from the dust collection motor 152 is not discharged into the installation space 24 of the kitchen cabinet 2, but instead flows back into the interior of the robot vacuum 200 to form the exhaust flow path, thereby preventing damage to the interior of the kitchen cabinet 2.

[0302] The exhaust flow path 125a can refer to the space between the exhaust port 125b of the robot vacuum base station 100 and the suction section 211 of the robot vacuum 200. The exhaust flow path 125a can also refer to the recess 121da of the agitator receiving section 121d. The exhaust flow path 125a can also refer to a connecting pipe (not shown) with one end connected to the suction section 211 of the robot vacuum 200 and the other end connected to the exhaust port 125b of the robot vacuum base station 100.

[0303] Air drawn through the dust collection motor 152 can be discharged into the receiving space S via the exhaust port 125b. The air discharged into the receiving space S may flow back into the suction section 211 due to the suction force of the dust collection motor 152. Therefore, under the suction force of the dust collection motor 152, the air drawn in from the dust bin 220 can be discharged into the receiving space S after passing through the dust passage 123a, the first flow path 131, the dust collection section 140, the second flow path 132, the dust collection motor 152, the exhaust flow path 125a, and the exhaust port 125b in sequence.

[0304] If the dustbin 220 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 is driven while the suction section 211 of the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100 is connected, air can be drawn in through the suction section 211 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200. Furthermore, since the agitator 250 can be housed inside the suction section 211, air expelled from the dustbin 152 and discharged towards the exhaust port 125b can be drawn into the suction section 211 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 under the suction force of the dustbin 152.

[0305] At this time, the dust collection motor 152 can be driven together with the suction motor (not shown) of the robot vacuum cleaner 200. The air discharged through the exhaust port 125b is sucked into the suction unit 211 by the suction force of the dust collection motor 152 and the suction motor (not shown), thus improving the dust collection efficiency.

[0306] On the other hand, refer to again Figures 12 to 23 as well as Figure 31 The flow path structure of the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 in this embodiment is as follows.

[0307] In this embodiment of the invention, the inlet 141a and outlet 141b can be formed at different heights on the side of the dust collection section 140. In other words, the inlet 141a and outlet 141b can be formed in the vertical direction on the side of the dust collection section 140.

[0308] Specifically, the inlet 141a and the outlet 141b can be formed at different heights on the side of the dust collection unit cover 141.

[0309] like Figure 15 As shown, the side of the dust collection unit cover 141 can also be formed in a stepped shape.

[0310] Specifically, the dust collection unit cover 141 may include a top part 1411, a first side part 1412, a second side part 1413, and a bottom part 1414.

[0311] The top surface 1411 can cover the upper side of the dust collection cover 141. The first side surface 1412 and the second side surface 1413 can cover the rear side of the dust collection cover 141. The bottom surface 1414 can cover the lower side of the dust collection cover 141.

[0312] An inlet 141a may be formed on a first side surface 1412, and an outlet 141b may be formed on a second side surface 1413. The first side surface 1412 may extend downward from the top surface 1411, and the second side surface 1413 may extend upward from the bottom surface 1414.

[0313] The first side portion 1412 and the second side portion 1413 can be formed in a stepped manner relative to each other. That is, the outlet 141b formed on the second side portion 1413 can be positioned further rearward than the inlet 141a formed on the first side portion 1412.

[0314] In contrast, the side surface of the dust collection hood 141 can be formed flat. When the side surface of the dust collection hood 141 is formed flat, the first side surface portion 1412 and the second side surface portion 1413 can be arranged vertically overlapping. Therefore, when the side surface of the dust collection hood 141 is formed flat, the inlet 141a and the outlet 141b can be arranged vertically overlapping.

[0315] The inlet 141a and outlet 141b can open in the same direction with respect to the dust collection section 140.

[0316] Specifically, in this specification, when the direction in which the dust collection drawer 144 is led out is referred to as the front and the direction in which the dust collection drawer 144 is led in is referred to as the rear, the inlet 141a and the outlet 141b can be opened to the rear.

[0317] The inlet 141a and outlet 141b can be arranged side by side in the vertical direction.

[0318] The inlet 141a and outlet 141b can be formed on the same side of the dust collection section 140. Specifically, the inlet 141a and outlet 141b can be formed on the rear side of the dust collection section cover 141.

[0319] Reference Figure 31 The robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this embodiment may also include a dust collection motor axis AC that extends the rotation axis of the dust collection motor 152.

[0320] The dust collector motor shaft AC can be configured parallel to the bottom 112. In other words, the dust collector motor shaft AC can be configured in a horizontal direction.

[0321] In addition, the dust collection motor 152 and the dust collection unit 140 can be arranged in a horizontal direction.

[0322] This minimizes the vertical height of the robot vacuum base station 100, thus enabling a compact configuration of the robot vacuum base station 100.

[0323] Therefore, the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this embodiment minimizes the space occupied in the horizontal direction and also minimizes the space occupied in the vertical direction, so that it can be installed in narrow spaces such as the space under the kitchen cabinet including the sink.

[0324] At least a portion of the first flow path 131 and at least a portion of the second flow path 132 can be configured to overlap in the vertical direction. This minimizes the length of the dust collection flow path 130, thereby reducing flow resistance. Furthermore, it minimizes the space required to install the robotic vacuum cleaner base station 100, thus maximizing space efficiency.

[0325] At least a portion of the first flow path 131 and at least a portion of the second flow path 132 may be configured in the same direction with reference to the dust collection section 140.

[0326] Specifically, when the direction in which the dust collection drawer 144 is led out is referred to as the front and the direction in which the dust collection drawer 144 is led in is referred to as the rear, at least a portion of the first flow path 131 and at least a portion of the second flow path 132 can be arranged at the rear of the dust collection section 140.

[0327] The inlet 141a and the dust collection motor 152 can be arranged in the same direction with reference to the internal space of the dust collection section 140. Therefore, the inlet 141a and the dust collection motor 152 can be arranged rearward with reference to the internal space of the dust collection section 140.

[0328] At least a portion of the first flow path 131 and at least a portion of the exhaust flow path 125a can overlap vertically. This minimizes the overall flow path length of the robot vacuum base station 100, including the dust collection flow path 130 and the exhaust flow path 125a. As a result, as described above, the flow path resistance is reduced, and the space required to install the robot vacuum base station 100 is minimized, thereby maximizing space efficiency.

[0329] At least a portion of the first flow path 131 and at least a portion of the exhaust flow path 125a can be arranged in the same direction with reference to the dust collection section 140. At least a portion of the second flow path 132 and at least a portion of the exhaust flow path 125a can be arranged in the same direction with reference to the dust collection section 140. Therefore, at least a portion of the first flow path 131 and at least a portion of the second flow path 132 can be arranged behind the dust collection section 140.

[0330] Figure 24 An enlarged view of the mop cleaning unit of the robot vacuum cleaner base station used to illustrate an embodiment of the present invention is shown. Figure 25 An enlarged view of the washing water discharge section of the mop cleaning unit of the robot vacuum cleaner base station, used to illustrate an embodiment of the present invention, is shown. Figure 26 A cross-sectional perspective view is shown, illustrating an embodiment of the present invention, of the space formed between the cleaning plate and the cleaning plate mounting portion of the sweeping robot base station.

[0331] Reference Figures 24 to 26 The cleaning unit 160 of the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 in this embodiment is described as follows.

[0332] The robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this embodiment may include a cloth cleaning unit 160. The cloth cleaning unit 160 can clean the cloth 242 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200 attached to the connecting part 120.

[0333] The cloth washing unit 160 may include: a washing water dispensing unit 161 that dispenses washing water to the washing plate 122; a detergent tank 163 that stores liquid including detergent; and a wastewater tank 164 that stores the washing water used to wash the cloth 242.

[0334] Clean water and detergent are mixed in the washing water outlet 161 to generate washing water for cleaning the rag 242.

[0335] A pair of wash water outlets 161 can be spaced apart on the rear side of the connecting wall 123. Wash water outlets 161 can discharge wash water from the upper sides of both ends of the washing plate 122 towards the washing plate 122. At this time, purified water supplied from the water supply pipe of the kitchen cabinet 2 and passing through the regulator 162 can branch to both sides through the branch flow path 161a and connect to the spaced-apart wash water outlets 161. That is, the branch flow path 161a can be formed as one pipe branching into two, where one end of the branch can be connected to one of the pair of wash water outlets 161, and the other end of the branch can be connected to the other of the pair of wash water outlets 161.

[0336] The washing water discharge section 161 can be integrally formed with the connecting wall 123 on the rear side of the connecting wall 123 or can be detachably connected with the connecting wall 123.

[0337] The washing water discharge section 161 may have a clean water inlet 161b, a detergent inlet 161c, and a washing water outlet (not shown).

[0338] The purified water inlet 161b is configured to guide purified water supplied from the water supply pipe of the kitchen cabinet 2 to the washing water outlet 161. Specifically, the water supply pipe of the kitchen cabinet 2 can be connected to a regulator 162 to regulate the flow rate supplied from the water supply pipe. In addition, a portion of the purified water passing through the regulator 162 can be supplied to the water tank 230 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200 through the water supply nozzle 123c, while the remainder can flow into a pair of washing water outlets 161 arranged apart from each other through the purified water inlet 161b.

[0339] The detergent inlet 161c is configured to guide a liquid containing detergent supplied from the detergent tank 163 to the wash water outlet 161. Specifically, the liquid containing detergent stored in the detergent tank 163 can be supplied to the wash water outlet 161 by a pump (not shown).

[0340] Additionally, the detergent and purified water flowing into the wash water outlet 161 can be mixed and used as wash water. The wash water outlet 161 can discharge the wash water to the top surface of the cleaning plate 122 through the wash water outlet. The wash water outlet can be formed on the bottom surface of the wash water outlet 161. The wash water outlet can be open towards the top surface of the cloth 242 placed on the cleaning plate 122.

[0341] Detergent container 163 can store liquids including detergent.

[0342] The detergent container 163 includes a detergent container body 163a, a handle 163b, and a detergent container guide rail 163c.

[0343] The detergent container body 163a can provide a space for storing liquid including detergent. For example, the detergent container body 163a can be formed into a box shape with an open top, and can be connected to the wash water discharge part 161 at the rear.

[0344] A handle 163b may be provided at the front of the detergent container body 163a. ​​The handle 163b may be configured to be gripped by a user. For example, the handle 163b may include a pair of connecting parts that are hinged to the front of the detergent container body 163a and a gripping part that connects the pair of connecting parts and is gripped by a user.

[0345] With this configuration, if the user holds the grip and pulls forward, the detergent container body 163a can be pulled forward as well. Therefore, according to this invention, the user can easily pull the detergent container 163 forward to dispense detergent.

[0346] Detergent tub guide rails 163c can be formed on the left and right sides of the detergent tub body 163a. ​​The detergent tub guide rails 163c can guide the movement of the detergent tub body 163a.

[0347] For example, the detergent bucket guide rail 163c can be formed as a groove or rib on the left and right sides of the detergent bucket body 163a along the front and back directions.

[0348] With this configuration, the detergent dispenser 163 can be attached to the cover 110 in the correct position when the user attaches it, thus preventing leakage of washing water.

[0349] On the other hand, although not shown, a guide rail can be formed on the cover 110 corresponding to the detergent tub guide rail 163c. The guide rail can be formed in a shape and position corresponding to the detergent tub guide rail 163c.

[0350] The wastewater tank 164 provides space for storing the washing water used to clean the rags 242. The washing water discharged onto the top surface of the washing plate 122 can descend along the slope of the washing plate 122 and drain through the drain hole 122b after the rags 242 have been washed. The washing water passing through the drain hole 122b can accumulate between the washing plate mounting portion 121e and the washing plate 122. Furthermore, the washing water accumulated between the washing plate mounting portion 121e and the washing plate 122 can flow into the wastewater tank 164 via the pump flow path 164b.

[0351] Washing water stored in the wastewater tank 164 can be discharged to the drain pipe 25 of the kitchen cabinet 2 through the drain passage 164a. One end of the drain passage 164a can be connected to the wastewater tank 164, and the other end can be connected to the drain pipe 25. At this time, the washing water stored in the wastewater tank 164 can flow through the drain passage 164a and be discharged to the drain pipe 25 under the action of the centrifugal pump 168.

[0352] The drain path 164a connected to the waste tank 164 can be connected to the upstream 25b based on the U-bend 25a of the drain pipe 25 of the kitchen cabinet 2. This is because, if the drain path 164a is connected to the downstream 25c based on the U-bend 25a of the drain pipe 25, odors or fluids inside the drain pipe 25 may flow back into the drain path 164a.

[0353] Additionally, the cloth washing unit 160 may include a check valve 165. The check valve 165 prevents fluid inside the drain pipe 25 from flowing back into the drain passage 164a. The check valve 165 may be located at the other end of the drain passage 164a connected to the drain pipe 25.

[0354] On the other hand, the detergent tank 163 and the wastewater tank 164 can be accommodated in the space formed between the side wall 124 and the outer wall 111 of the enclosure. The detergent tank 163 can be disposed on the lower side of the space between the side wall 124 and the outer wall 111 of the enclosure, and the wastewater tank 164 can be disposed on the upper side of the detergent tank 163 in the space between the side wall 124 and the outer wall 111 of the enclosure.

[0355] On the other hand, refer to again Figures 24 to 26 The horizontal configuration of the mop cleaning section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station in this embodiment of the present invention is as follows.

[0356] The cleaning unit 160 can be disposed between the outer wall 111 and the connecting part 120. At this time, the outer wall 111 can be disposed between the robot vacuum cleaner 200 placed on the bottom 112 and the outer wall 111.

[0357] In other words, the cloth cleaning section 160 can be disposed on the side of the joint 120.

[0358] Specifically, the sewage tank 164 and the detergent tank 163 can be disposed between the first outer wall member 111a and the first side wall member 124a.

[0359] The washing water outlet 161 can be disposed on the rear side of the connecting portion 120. Specifically, the washing water outlet 161 can be disposed on the rear side of the connecting wall 123.

[0360] The sewage tank 164 can be disposed on the side of the joint 120. Specifically, the sewage tank 164 can be disposed on the side of the first sidewall member 124a.

[0361] The wastewater tank 164 and the detergent tank 163 arranged vertically can be disposed on the side of the joint 120. Specifically, the detergent tank 163 can be disposed on the side of the first sidewall member 124a.

[0362] In this embodiment of the invention, a plurality of components constituting the mop cleaning section 160 in the robot vacuum base station 100 can be arranged horizontally with the accommodating space S that houses the robot vacuum 200. Therefore, the space required to install the robot vacuum base station 100 is minimized, allowing it to be installed in spaces such as the lower side of a low-height kitchen cabinet.

[0363] On the other hand, the cloth washing unit 160 may also include a heater (not shown). The heater can heat the water supplied to the cloth 242 through the washing water discharge unit 161. Therefore, hot water can be supplied to the cloth 242 through the heater, thereby increasing the cleaning capacity of the cloth 242.

[0364] A switching valve 166 may be provided on the outlet side of the regulator 162. The switching valve 166 can selectively supply purified water that has passed through the regulator 162 to the water supply nozzle 123c or the heater. The switching valve 166 may be referred to as a two-way valve, a two-way valve, or a directional valve.

[0365] The cloth washing unit 160 may include a diaphragm pump 167. The diaphragm pump 167 can draw in washing water accumulated between the washing plate mounting section 121e and the washing plate 122 and discharge it into the wastewater tank 164. At this time, the diaphragm pump 167 can cause the washing water accumulated between the washing plate mounting section 121e and the washing plate 122 to flow into the wastewater tank 164 through the pump flow path 164b.

[0366] Figure 32a and Figure 32b A front view is shown illustrating the configuration relationship of the robot vacuum cleaner base station on a horizontal plane, which is used to explain the embodiments of the present invention. Figure 33 A diagram is shown illustrating the state of the dust collection section and detergent tank extending from the base station of the sweeping robot according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0367] Reference Figure 4 , Figure 32a , Figure 32b and Figure 33 The configuration of the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 in this embodiment is as follows.

[0368] The sweeping robot base station 100 of this utility model embodiment is characterized in that it is installed in the lower space of the kitchen cabinet 2.

[0369] Therefore, the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this utility model is characterized in that it is configured horizontally to match the space formed between the lower side panel 23 of the kitchen cabinet 2 and the kitchen floor.

[0370] Specifically, in the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this embodiment, the dust collection unit 140 and / or the cloth cleaning unit 160 can be configured on the side of the entrance 127.

[0371] At this time, when both the dust collection section 140 and the cloth cleaning section 160 are provided, the connecting section 120 can be disposed between the dust collection section 140 and the cloth cleaning section 160.

[0372] For example, an entrance / exit 127 and a door 126 can be configured at the front of the robot vacuum base station 100. Furthermore, a connecting part 120 can be configured, to which the robot vacuum 200 connects from the entrance / exit 127 to the rear. In this case, the dust collection part 140 can be configured from the front end of the robot vacuum base station 100 to the rear end with a predetermined length. Additionally, the mop cleaning part 160 can also be configured from the front end of the robot vacuum base station 100 to the rear end with a predetermined length.

[0373] Therefore, when viewing the robot vacuum station 100 from the front outside, the front end of the dust collection section 140 and / or the front end of the mop cleaning section 160 can be arranged on the left and right sides of the entrance 127.

[0374] At this time, the dust bag (not shown) of the dust collection section 140 can be configured to extend forward of the cover 110. In addition, the detergent container 163 of the cloth washing section 160 can be configured to extend forward of the cover 110.

[0375] That is, a handle 144d that allows a user to grip the dust collection unit cover 141 can be provided at the front end of the dust collection unit 140. In addition, a handle 163b that allows a user to pull the detergent bucket 163 can be provided at the front end of the cloth washing unit 160.

[0376] With this configuration, when the user wants to pull out the dust bag (not shown) or detergent container 163, the pull-out location can be immediately identified, and the user can easily pull out the dust bag (not shown) or detergent container 163 with just a simple action of pulling the handle.

[0377] On the other hand, the rear ends of the dust collection section 140 and the cloth cleaning section 160 can be separated from the rear end of the cover 110 by a predetermined interval. Furthermore, a dust collection motor 152 can be arranged between the rear end of the cover 110 and the rear end of the dust collection section 140. With this configuration, it is easy to connect the power supply wire to the dust collection motor 152. Additionally, it has the effect of minimizing the overall space occupied by the joint 120, the dust collection section 140, and the dust collection motor 152 within a limited space.

[0378] Furthermore, at least a portion of a flow path for the flow of washing water for cleaning the cloth 242 and a pump that provides the flow force for the washing water can be arranged between the rear end of the cover 110 and the rear end of the cloth washing section 160. This configuration minimizes the path of the washing water flowing in from the water supply pipe. Additionally, it minimizes the overall space occupied by the joint 120, the cloth washing section 160, and the flow path for the washing water within a limited space.

[0379] On the other hand, in the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100, the cloth drying unit 170 can be configured further rearward than the connecting part 120. In this case, the cloth drying unit 170 can be configured between the rear end of the connecting part 120 and the rear end of the cover 110.

[0380] Therefore, in the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this utility model embodiment, a dust collection part 140 and a cloth washing part 160 can be arranged on the left and right sides with the joint part 120 as the reference, and a cloth drying part 170 can be arranged on the rear side.

[0381] That is, in the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this utility model embodiment, a dust collection part 140, a cloth washing part 160 and a cloth drying part 170 can be evenly arranged from the outer contour of the joint 120 within a specified distance range.

[0382] This configuration allows for the even arrangement of the joint 120, dust collection section 140, cloth washing section 160, and cloth drying section 170 within the narrowest possible space on a horizontal plane.

[0383] This shorter distance between the dustbin 220 and the dust collection section 140 of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 minimizes flow path loss. Furthermore, minimizing the distances between the mop 242 and the mop washing section 160, and between the mop 242 and the mop drying section 170, restricts the range of washing water and wastewater generated during cleaning.

[0384] Furthermore, with this configuration, the sweeping robot base station 100 of this invention can be configured with all its components within a limited height.

[0385] Specifically, with the robot vacuum cleaner 200 engaged at the connection part 120, at least a portion of the dust collection part 140 can be configured to be lower than the uppermost point of the robot vacuum cleaner 200. Additionally, at least a portion of the mop washing part 160 can be configured to be lower than the uppermost point of the robot vacuum cleaner 200. Furthermore, at least a portion of the mop drying part 170 can be configured to be lower than the uppermost point of the robot vacuum cleaner 200. Also, at least a portion of the mop washing part 160 can be configured to be lower than the uppermost point of the dust collection part 140.

[0386] Furthermore, based on the state where the robot vacuum cleaner 200 is engaged with the joint 120, the top of the robot vacuum cleaner 200 can be configured to be higher than the dust bag (not shown). Additionally, the top of the robot vacuum cleaner 200 can be configured to be higher than the detergent dispenser 163. Furthermore, the top of the dust bag (not shown) can be configured to be higher than the detergent dispenser 163.

[0387] On the other hand, when the robot vacuum cleaner 200 is engaged with the connecting part 120, and a virtual plane H parallel to the kitchen floor is drawn based on the kitchen floor, the plane H can be accessed by the robot vacuum cleaner 200, the dust collection part 140, the cloth washing part 160, and the cloth drying part 170. This means that all components can be configured within a constant height range.

[0388] From another perspective, with the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 engaged with the connecting portion 120, the connecting portion 120 can be divided into three regions along the vertical direction. At this time, the connecting portion 120 can include a first region (the space between B and H1) located on the same horizontal plane as the detergent tank 163, a second region (the space between H1 and H2) disposed above the first region and located on the same horizontal plane as at least a portion of the dust bag (not shown), and a third region (the space between H2 and H3) disposed above the second region. In this case, the dust bag (not shown) and detergent tank 163 can be disposed on both the left and right sides of the first region, the dust bag (not shown) and wastewater tank 164 can be disposed on both the left and right sides of the second region, and only the upper part of the robotic vacuum cleaner 200 can be disposed in the third region.

[0389] As a result, in the robot vacuum base station 100 of this embodiment, in addition to the front side where the robot vacuum 200 enters, a dust collection section 140, a mop washing section 160, and a mop drying section 170 can be arranged on the three sides surrounding the joint 120. This configuration has the following advantages: even when the vertical height is limited, the robot vacuum 200 can be charged using minimal horizontal space; dust from the robot vacuum 200 can be collected; and the mop 242 can be washed and dried.

[0390] Figure 27 A perspective view of the cloth drying unit of the robot vacuum cleaner base station, used to illustrate the first embodiment of the present invention, is shown. Figure 28 and Figure 29 An enlarged view of the cloth drying section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to the first embodiment of this utility model is shown. Figure 30 A cross-sectional view is shown to illustrate the flow pattern of air into the hot gas supply module according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0391] Reference Figures 27 to 30 The robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of the first embodiment of this utility model may include a cloth drying unit 170. At this time, the cloth drying unit 170 can dry the cloth 242 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200 that has been cleaned by the cloth washing unit 160 or the cloth 242 that has been soaked after water cleaning.

[0392] The cloth drying unit 170 of the first embodiment of this utility model may include a hot air supply module 171, a steam discharge path 172, an exhaust fan 173, and a check valve (not shown).

[0393] The hot gas supply module 171 can supply hot gas to the accommodating space S and may include a connecting flow path 171a, a blower fan (not shown), and a heater 171d.

[0394] The connecting flow path 171a can connect the external space of the enclosure 110 and the containing space S. The air inlet 171b of the connecting flow path 171a can communicate with the external space, and the air outlet 171c of the connecting flow path 171a can communicate with the containing space S.

[0395] An air inlet 171b connecting the flow path 171a can be formed on the third outer wall member 111c of the cover 110.

[0396] An air outlet 171c connecting the flow path 171a can be configured on the upper side of the cleaning plate 122. The air outlet 171c can open in the direction facing the cleaning plate 122. A pair of air outlets 171c can be provided in a downward-opening state.

[0397] The air exhaust port 171c can open towards the cleaning plate 122 when the mop 242 is placed on the cleaning plate 122. The air exhaust port 171c can be configured adjacent to the mop 242 when the mop 242 is placed on the cleaning plate 122, and can open downwards to allow the exhausted air to flow towards the mop 242. The air exhaust port 171c can also open towards the mop 242 when the robot vacuum cleaner 200 is engaged with the connecting part 120.

[0398] An air supply fan (not shown) can be configured on the connecting flow path 171a to blow air toward the receiving space S. If the air supply fan (not shown) is driven, the air flowing in through the air inlet 171b can be heated by the heater 171d and discharged to the receiving space S through the air outlet 171c.

[0399] The heater 171d can be disposed on the connecting flow path 171a to heat the air flowing in the connecting flow path 171a. The heater 171d can also heat the air discharged through the air outlet 171c. The heater 171d can be disposed on the connecting flow path 171a, but unlike that, it can also be disposed on the air outlet 171c. That is, as long as it can heat the air discharged into the receiving space S, its specific form or arrangement is not limited.

[0400] The heater 171d may include a heater housing 171da and a heating element (not shown). The heater housing 171da may be configured on the connecting flow path 171a and may have an internal space capable of accommodating the heater 171d. The heating element can heat external air flowing into the heater housing 171da. Therefore, the air heated by the heating element can be discharged through the air outlet 171c into the accommodating space S and dry the wet cloth 242.

[0401] The steam exhaust path 172 can discharge the hot and humid air generated in the receiving space S during the drying of the dishcloth 242 to the drain pipe 25. The steam exhaust path 172 can be connected to the drain pipe 25 of the receiving space S and the kitchen cabinet 2.

[0402] One end of the steam discharge path 172 can be connected to the receiving space S, and the other end can be connected to the drain pipe 25. Specifically, the air inlet 172a, which is one end of the steam discharge path 172, can be connected to the receiving space S, and the air outlet (not shown), which is the other end, can be connected to the drain pipe 25.

[0403] The steam exhaust path 172 can be connected to the downstream 25c of the U-bend 25a of the drain pipe 25 of the kitchen cabinet 2. This is because, when the steam exhaust path 172 is connected to the upstream 25b of the U-bend 25a of the drain pipe 25, the hot steam discharged through the steam exhaust path 172 cannot pass through the drain pipe 25 due to the water accumulated in the U-bend 25a.

[0404] On the other hand, the steam discharge path 172 can branch off from one pipe inside the enclosure 110 and extend through both sides of the enclosure 110. In this case, one branch pipe can extend through the first outer wall member 111a of the enclosure 110, and the other branch pipe can extend through the second outer wall member 111b of the enclosure 110. The steam discharge path 172 extending through the outer walls 111 on both sides of the enclosure 110 can be connected to the drain pipe 25. Therefore, the steam drawn into the containing space S from the steam discharge path 172 can flow through the branched steam discharge paths 172 and be discharged downstream 25c relative to the U-bend 25a of the drain pipe 25.

[0405] The exhaust fan 173 can discharge air from the containing space S to the drain pipe 25 through the steam discharge path 172. The exhaust fan 173 can cause airflow along the steam discharge path 172. The exhaust fan 173 can be configured on the steam discharge path 172.

[0406] If the exhaust fan 173 is driven, air in the accommodating space S can flow into the air inlet 172a. The air flowing into the air inlet 172a can flow through the steam discharge path 172 and be discharged through the drain pipe 25. Specifically, the air flowing through the steam discharge path 172 driven by the exhaust fan 173 can be discharged downstream 25c based on the U-bend 25a of the drain pipe 25.

[0407] The cloth drying unit 170 may include a check valve (not shown). The check valve prevents fluid inside the drain pipe 25 from flowing back into the steam discharge path 172. The check valve may be located at the other end of the steam discharge path 172 connected to the drain pipe 25.

[0408] Figures 31 to 33 A diagram is shown of the cloth drying section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station used to illustrate the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0409] The cloth drying unit 170 of the second embodiment of the present invention may include a hot air supply module, a steam discharge path, an exhaust fan and a check valve.

[0410] To avoid repetitive explanation, except for the configuration specifically mentioned in the second embodiment of this utility model, other configurations can follow the content of the cloth drying section 170 in the first embodiment of this utility model.

[0411] The steam discharge path of the cloth drying section in the second embodiment of this utility model can discharge the high-temperature and humid air generated in the containing space S when drying the cloth 242 to the outside of the cover 110.

[0412] In the second embodiment of this invention, the steam exhaust path of the cloth drying unit can be configured in the space formed between the side wall 124 and the outer wall 111 of the cover 110. Specifically, in the second embodiment of this invention, the steam exhaust path can be configured on the upper side of the wastewater tank 164, between the wastewater tank 164 and the detergent tank 163, or on the lower side of the detergent tank 163. In the second embodiment of this invention, the air inlet of the steam exhaust path can be formed on the side wall 124, and the air outlet of the steam exhaust path can be formed on the front of the cover 110. In the second embodiment of this invention, the air outlet can be configured on the upper side of the wastewater tank 164, between the wastewater tank 164 and the detergent tank 163, or on the lower side of the detergent tank 163. Therefore, in the second embodiment of this invention, one end of the steam exhaust path can communicate with the receiving space S, and the other end can communicate with the external space of the cover 110.

[0413] In the second embodiment of this invention, the exhaust fan of the cloth drying unit can discharge air from the containing space S to the external space of the cover 110 through the steam discharge flow path. Furthermore, in the second embodiment of this invention, the cloth 242 of the robot vacuum 200 can be positioned between the heat supply module and the exhaust fan. That is, the heat supply module can be positioned in the rear space of the connecting wall 123, and the exhaust fan can be positioned on the side wall 124; therefore, the cloth of the robot vacuum 200 can be positioned on a straight line connecting the heat supply module and the exhaust fan.

[0414] On the other hand, in the second embodiment of this invention, a guiding member can be provided at the outlet of the steam discharge path to guide air in a direction away from the outer wall 111 of the shroud 110. The direction away from the outer wall 111 of the shroud 110 can refer to the direction of the center of the front of the shroud 110. For example, the guiding member can guide the hot air discharged to the outlet of the steam discharge path in a direction facing the bottom member 121.

[0415] When the robot vacuum cleaner base station 100 of this invention is configured in the installation space 24 of the kitchen cabinet 2, the outer wall 111 of the cover 110 can be in contact with the foot plate 26 of the kitchen cabinet 2. At this time, the foot plate 26 is susceptible to moisture; therefore, if hot air emitted from the steam exhaust path flows towards the outer wall 111 of the cover 110, the foot plate 26 may be damaged. Therefore, if the outlet of the steam exhaust path in the second embodiment of this invention is provided with a guiding member to direct the hot air emitted away from the outer wall 111 of the cover 110, damage to the foot plate 26 can be prevented.

[0416] In the second embodiment of this utility model, the guiding member can be a blade or louver that guides the hot air discharged into the steam discharge path in a lateral direction. The guiding member can guide the hot air discharged into the steam discharge path towards the inside of the cover 110. The hot air discharged from the steam discharge path towards the outside of the cover 110 can be guided by the guiding member to flow away from the inner wall of the kitchen cabinet 2.

[0417] The hot air discharged to the outside of the shroud 110 through the outlet of the steam discharge path can be guided by the guide member to flow in a direction away from the outer wall 111 of the shroud 110. For example, the hot air discharged to the outside of the shroud 110 through the outlet of the steam discharge path can flow in a direction facing the bottom member 121.

[0418] Figure 34 This is a top view illustrating the cloth drying section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to the third embodiment of this utility model. Figure 35 This is a perspective view showing the state of the robot vacuum cleaner base station in the third embodiment of this utility model with the top cover removed. Figure 36 yes Figure 35 Top view, Figure 37 This is a cross-sectional view illustrating the airflow pattern into the base station of the sweeping robot according to the third embodiment of this utility model. Figure 38 This is a lower perspective view showing the steam exhaust port of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to the third embodiment of the present invention. Figure 39 This is an enlarged view showing a portion of the steam exhaust section of the robot vacuum cleaner base station according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0419] The following is for reference Figures 34 to 39 This describes the cloth drying section of the sweeping robot base station in the third embodiment of this utility model.

[0420] On the other hand, in order to avoid repetitive explanation, except for the components specifically mentioned, the other components in the third embodiment of this utility model can follow the content of the cloth drying section 170 in the first embodiment of this utility model.

[0421] The mop drying section of the sweeping robot base station 100 in the third embodiment of this utility model may include a hot air supply module 171 and a steam exhaust section 2172.

[0422] Air heated by the hot air emitted from the hot air supply module 171 can be discharged through the steam exhaust section 2172.

[0423] At least a portion of the steam exhaust section 2172 may be disposed in the upper part of the accommodating space S.

[0424] The air heated by the hot air emitted from the hot air supply module 171 can absorb the moisture contained in the mop 242 of the robot vacuum cleaner 200. In addition, the humid steam containing the moisture from the mop 242 can flow to the upper part of the receiving space S, and the humid steam is discharged to the drain pipe 25 of the kitchen cabinet 2 through the steam exhaust section 2172.

[0425] At least a portion of the steam exhaust section 2172 may be disposed on the upper cover 113, which may cover the upper part of the receiving space S.

[0426] The air heated by the hot air emitted from the hot air supply module 171 is in a humid steam state containing the moisture from the rag 242. Therefore, if the humid steam comes into contact with various components of the kitchen cabinet 2, such as the foot plate 26, when the robot vacuum base station 100 is located under the kitchen cabinet 2, it will have an adverse effect on those components.

[0427] The upper cover 113 can cover the upper part of the receiving space S, and the door 126 can cover the front of the receiving space S. Therefore, the upper cover 113 and the door 126 together prevent the humid steam in the receiving space S from flowing out to the outside, thereby preventing the kitchen cabinet 2 from coming into contact with humid steam.

[0428] The steam exhaust section 2172 may include a steam exhaust port 2172a, a steam exhaust flow path 2172b, and an exhaust fan 2172c.

[0429] Steam outlet 2172a can communicate with the containing space S. Steam outlet 2172a can be located on the upper front side of the containing space S. Wet steam in the containing space S can be discharged through steam outlet 2172a.

[0430] The steam exhaust path 2172b can connect the steam exhaust port 2172a and the drain pipe 25 of the kitchen cabinet 2. The steam exhaust path 2172b can guide the wet steam discharged through the steam exhaust port 2172a to the drain pipe 25.

[0431] The exhaust fan 2172c can cause airflow from the steam outlet 2172a toward the drain pipe 25. The exhaust fan 2172c can generate airflow so that the wet steam in the containment space S is drawn into the steam outlet 2172a and then discharged to the outside through the steam discharge path 2172b.

[0432] The steam discharge path 2172b can be connected downstream of the U-bend 25a of the drain pipe 25.

[0433] The cloth drying unit 170 may include a check valve to prevent fluid inside the drain pipe 25 from flowing back into the steam discharge path 2172b.

[0434] The hot air supply module 171 may include an air inlet 171b for allowing air from outside the enclosure 110 to flow in, an air outlet 171c for discharging air into the accommodating space S, a connecting flow path 171a connecting the air inlet 171b and the air outlet 171c, a blower fan (not shown) disposed on the connecting flow path 171a and blowing air into the accommodating space S, and a heater 171d for heating the air flowing in the connecting flow path 171a.

[0435] The distance from air outlet 171c to steam outlet 2172a can be greater than the distance from air outlet 171c to cloth 242.

[0436] Reference Figure 37 The hot air discharged through the air outlet 171c of the hot air supply module 171 can dry the mop 242 of the sweeping robot 200 as it flows forward, and then be discharged into the steam outlet 2172a.

[0437] The steam outlet 2172a is located at the upper front of the accommodating space S, thereby increasing the range of space for the hot air discharged from the air outlet 171c to flow, thus improving the drying efficiency of the cloth 242.

[0438] The cover 110 may include a first outer wall component 111a, a second outer wall component 111b, and a third outer wall component 111c.

[0439] The first outer wall component 111a can cover one of the two sides of the cover 110.

[0440] The second outer wall member 111b can face the first outer wall member 111a and cover the other side of the cover 110 except for the side covered by the first outer wall member 111a.

[0441] The third outer wall component 111c can connect the first outer wall component 111a and the second outer wall component 111b.

[0442] Steam outlet 2172a may include a first outlet 2172aa and a second outlet 2172ab.

[0443] The first outlet 2172aa can be connected to the receiving space S. The first outlet 2172aa can be configured at the upper left front end of the receiving space S.

[0444] The second outlet 2172ab can communicate with the receiving space S and be separated from the first outlet 2172aa. The second outlet 2172ab can be configured at the upper right side of the receiving space S.

[0445] The first outlet 2172aa and the second outlet 2172ab can be configured to be as far apart as possible. Therefore, the distance from the first outlet 2172aa to the first outer wall member 111a and the distance from the second outlet 2172ab to the second outer wall member 111b can both be less than the distance between the first outlet 2172aa and the second outlet 2172ab.

[0446] The steam discharge path 2172b can be divided into two paths based on the branch member 2172d.

[0447] The two flow paths can be a first flow path component (not shown) and a second flow path component (not shown).

[0448] The first flow path component can penetrate the first outer wall component 111a and be connected to the drain pipe 25. The second flow path component can penetrate the second outer wall component 111b and be connected to the drain pipe 25.

[0449] The wet steam discharged from the steam outlet 2172a and passing through the exhaust fan 2172c is diverted to the first flow path member and / or the second flow path member when passing through the branch member 2172d, and is discharged to the outside of the cover 110.

[0450] The above description provides a detailed account of the specific embodiments of this utility model, but it is only intended to illustrate the utility model. The utility model is not limited thereto, and obviously, it can be modified or improved by those skilled in the art.

[0451] Simple modifications or alterations to this utility model are all within the scope of this utility model, and the specific protection scope of this utility model will be further clarified by the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A base station of a robot sweeper, characterized in that, include: Cover; A connecting part is disposed on the cover to form a receiving space for accommodating at least a portion of the sweeping robot; as well as The cloth drying section dries the cloth of the sweeping robot. The cloth drying section includes: The hot air supply module discharges hot air into the containing space; as well as A steam exhaust section, at least a portion of which is disposed in the upper part of the accommodating space, the steam exhaust section exhausts air heated by the hot gas.

2. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cover includes an upper cover that covers the upper part of the accommodating space, and at least a portion of the steam exhaust section is disposed on the upper cover.

3. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 1, characterized in that, The steam discharge section includes: A steam outlet is connected to the containment space; A steam exhaust path, connecting the steam exhaust port and the drain pipe of the kitchen cabinet; and An exhaust fan causes air to flow from the steam outlet toward the drain pipe.

4. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 3, characterized in that, The steam discharge path is connected downstream of the U-bend of the drain pipe.

5. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cloth drying section also includes a check valve to prevent fluid inside the drain pipe from flowing back into the steam discharge path.

6. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 3, characterized in that, The hot gas supply module includes: An air inlet is provided, into which air from outside the enclosure flows. An air outlet is provided for discharging air into the accommodating space. Connect the flow path, connecting the air inlet and the air outlet; An air supply fan, configured in the connecting flow path, blows air into the receiving space; and A heater that heats the air flowing in the connected flow path.

7. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 6, characterized in that, The distance from the air outlet to the steam outlet is greater than the distance from the air outlet to the rag.

8. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 6, characterized in that, The cover includes: The first outer wall component covers one of the two sides of the cover; A second outer wall member is configured to face the first outer wall member and cover the other side of the two sides of the cover; and The third outer wall component connects the first outer wall component and the second outer wall component.

9. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 8, characterized in that, The steam outlet includes: A first exit, connected to the accommodating space; and The second outlet is configured separately from the first outlet and is connected to the accommodating space; The distance from the first outlet to the first outer wall component and the distance from the second outlet to the second outer wall component are both less than the distance between the first outlet and the second outlet.

10. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 8, characterized in that, The steam discharge path includes: A first flow path component, penetrating the first outer wall component and connected to the drain pipe; and The second flow path component penetrates the second outer wall component and is connected to the drain pipe.

11. The robot vacuum cleaner base station according to claim 8, characterized in that, The air inlet is formed in the third outer wall member.

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