Laundry treating apparatus
By optimizing the ratio of the outer diameter of the drum to the distance between the side panels of the washing machine and designing an integrated drum module structure, the problems of space utilization and vibration noise in multi-drum washing machines have been solved, achieving efficient clothing processing in a limited space.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QINGDAO HAIER DRUM WASHING MACHINE CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-11
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-14
AI Technical Summary
Existing multi-drum washing machines have shortcomings in the layout and size design of the drums, resulting in increased equipment height, low space utilization, water waste, and vibration and noise problems. In particular, when they are set up side by side in the horizontal direction, unreasonable outer diameter design affects the performance of the equipment.
By optimizing the ratio range between the outer diameter of the treatment cylinder and the distance between the side plates of the box, an integrated cylinder module structure is designed, and vibration-damping connectors are used to achieve a compact layout and vibration reduction effect of the treatment cylinder, thereby optimizing the volume distribution.
By rationally arranging dual treatment drums within the limited width of the cabinet, space utilization is improved, equipment performance is optimized, vibration and noise are reduced, water waste is avoided, and the washing and care needs of different types of clothing are met.
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Abstract
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Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of household appliance technology, specifically, it relates to a clothing processing device. Background Technology
[0002] With the continuous improvement of modern living standards and the increase in family size, laundry equipment such as washing machines and washer-dryer combos have gradually become commonplace as essential household appliances. Traditional laundry equipment typically has only one washing drum, which cannot meet the needs of washing and caring for different types of clothing. The limitations of single-drum laundry equipment become particularly prominent when there are many family members, a wide variety of clothing, and frequent washing needs.
[0003] To address this demand, garment processing equipment equipped with multiple drums has gradually emerged on the market, forming multiple garment processing systems composed of several independent drums. Multi-drum washing machines can process different types of clothing simultaneously through zoned washing and care, thereby improving washing efficiency and saving time and energy. Multi-drum washing machines also effectively overcome the limitations of bathroom space and are increasingly occupying a mainstream position in the washing machine market.
[0004] Currently, twin-drum washing machines on the market have two separate drums, one above the other, each with a relatively large capacity. When washing small quantities of different types of clothing simultaneously, especially children's clothes and adult underwear, it's common practice to control the two drums for separate washing. However, due to the large capacity of the two drums, even with a small amount of water added for the corresponding load, the water level still needs to exceed the lowest point of the inner drum. Because the drums are large, a significant amount of water is still added, especially during the rinsing stage, resulting in substantial water waste. Even when manufacturers design the two drums to have different capacities, the smaller drum is still relatively larger for aesthetic reasons, and the aforementioned drawbacks persist.
[0005] Some manufacturers have addressed these shortcomings by designing a small washing machine for washing underwear and socks. Some manufacturers have designed this small washing machine as a standalone product, requiring space in the user's home. Others have incorporated it into a larger washing machine, for example, placing it in the corner space formed by the top and left or right side panels of a front-loading washing machine, located to the upper left or right of the large drum. Due to the limited space, this smaller drum can only wash one or two pieces of underwear or socks at a time, making its use very limited and unable to meet the user's needs.
[0006] Existing multi-tube garment processing equipment has significant shortcomings in terms of tube layout and size design. On the one hand, the vertical arrangement of the tubes increases the equipment height, making installation and use difficult; on the other hand, horizontally arranged tubes often affect the overall performance of the equipment due to unreasonable size design. In particular, how to rationally design the outer diameter of the two tubes and their spacing from the side panels of the housing without increasing the width of the housing has become an urgent technical problem to be solved.
[0007] In view of the above, this utility model is hereby proposed. Utility Model Content
[0008] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art. The primary objective is to provide a clothing processing device that solves the problem of how to reasonably design the outer diameter of two processing cylinders within a box of limited width, so as to effectively improve space utilization and optimize equipment performance.
[0009] The second objective of this invention is to provide a garment processing device that optimizes the installation spacing between the two processing cylinders.
[0010] The third objective of this utility model is to provide a garment processing device that optimizes the installation distance between the two processing cylinders and the housing.
[0011] The fourth objective of this utility model is to provide a garment processing device that solves the problem of vibration reduction during the assembly of three processing cylinders inside the box.
[0012] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:
[0013] A garment processing device, comprising:
[0014] The enclosure has a first side panel and a second side panel that are arranged opposite to each other, and the distance between the first side panel and the second side panel is denoted as L;
[0015] At least two processing tubes capable of independently processing clothing, including a first processing tube and a second processing tube, the first processing tube and the second processing tube are arranged side by side between the first side plate and the second side plate along the direction from the first side plate to the second side plate, and the outer diameters of the first processing tube and the second processing tube along this direction are correspondingly denoted as D1 and D2.
[0016] The ratios of D1, D2, and L satisfy the following conditions: 0.39 ≤ D1 / L ≤ 0.492, 0.39 ≤ D2 / L ≤ 0.492.
[0017] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a clothing processing device, wherein the distance between the minimum gap between the walls of the first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder is denoted as L1, and the ratio of L1 to L satisfies: 0≤L1 / L≤0.193;
[0018] Preferably, L is fixed, and L1 and D1 or D2 have an inverse relationship.
[0019] Alternatively, L and L1 are fixed, the distance between the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder and the first side plate is denoted as L2, and the distance between the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate is denoted as L3. At least one of L2 and L3 has an inverse relationship with D1 or D2. Preferably, D1=D2 and L2=L3.
[0020] Alternatively, when L is fixed, the distance between the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder and the first side plate is denoted as L2, and the distance between the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate is denoted as L3. L1, L2, L3 are all inversely related to D1 or D2. Preferably, D1=D2 and L2=L3.
[0021] Preferably, 236mm≤D1≤293mm, 236mm≤D2≤293mm, 0≤L1≤117mm, and 595mm≤L≤605mm.
[0022] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a clothing processing device, wherein the distance at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder and the first side plate is denoted as L2, and the ratio of L2 to L satisfies: 0.0133≤L2 / L≤0.1157;
[0023] Preferably, when L is fixed, L2 and D1 or D2 have an inverse relationship;
[0024] Preferably, the distance at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate is denoted as L3, where 0.0133≤L3 / L≤0.1157, and preferably, L3=L2;
[0025] Alternatively, when L, L2, and L3 are fixed, the distance between the minimum gap between the walls of the first and second processing cylinders is denoted as L1. L1 and D1 or D2 are inversely related. Preferably, D1 = D2.
[0026] Alternatively, when L is fixed, the distance between the minimum gap between the walls of the first and second processing cylinders is denoted as L1. L1, L2, and L3 are all inversely related to D1 or D2. Preferably, D1 = D2.
[0027] Preferably, 236mm≤D1≤293mm, 236mm≤D2≤293mm, 8mm≤L2≤70mm, and 595mm≤L≤605mm.
[0028] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a garment processing device, wherein at least one of the first and second processing cylinders is provided with a rotatable inner cylinder, the outer diameter of which is d, wherein the ratio of d to D1 satisfies:
[0029] 0.915≤d / D1≤0.932;
[0030] The ratio of d to D2 satisfies:
[0031] 0.915≤d / D2≤0.932;
[0032] Preferably, d and D1 have a positive relationship, and / or d and D2 have a positive relationship;
[0033] Preferably, 216mm≤d≤273mm, 236mm≤D1≤293mm, 236mm≤D2≤293mm, and the radial distance between the outer wall of the inner cylinder and the inner wall of the processing cylinder sleeved outside it is 5mm.
[0034] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a garment processing device, wherein the first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder are of the same size, and the ratio of the cylinder depth P to its outer diameter is denoted as a, which satisfies: 0.853≤a≤2.034;
[0035] Let the depth of the inner cylinder be p, and the ratio of p to d satisfies: 0.54≤d / p≤1.606;
[0036] Preferably, 250mm≤P≤480mm, 170mm≤p≤400mm.
[0037] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a garment processing device, wherein the first processing cylinder includes a peripheral wall body and a reinforcing rib integrally formed on the outer surface of the peripheral wall body. On the peripheral wall area of the peripheral wall body of the first processing cylinder facing the first side plate, the height of the reinforcing rib is lowest near the first side plate and gradually increases along the circumference, so that the top of the reinforcing rib forms a first equidistant envelope surface parallel to the first side plate. The distance between the first equidistant envelope surface and the first side plate is the distance L2 at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder and the first side plate.
[0038] Preferably, the first equidistant envelope surface is tangent to the peripheral wall of the first processing cylinder;
[0039] The second processing cylinder includes a peripheral wall body and a reinforcing rib integrally formed on the outer surface of the peripheral wall body. On the peripheral wall area of the peripheral wall body of the second processing cylinder facing the second side plate, the height of the reinforcing rib is lowest near the side plate and gradually increases along the circumference, so that the top of the reinforcing rib forms a second equidistant envelope surface parallel to the second side plate. The distance between the second equidistant envelope surface and the second side plate is the distance L3 at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate.
[0040] Preferably, the second equidistant envelope surface is tangent to the peripheral wall of the second processing cylinder.
[0041] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a garment processing device, wherein the first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder are connected as a single cylinder module structure;
[0042] Preferably, the first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder are integrally formed, or the first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder are connected into an integral structure by a connecting component;
[0043] Preferably, the first and second processing cylinders are integral injection molded structures, and the two processing cylinders share a portion of the cylinder perimeter wall.
[0044] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a garment processing device, including a third processing cylinder, with the first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder arranged side by side above or below the third processing cylinder;
[0045] Preferably, the volume of the third processing cylinder is greater than the volume of the first processing cylinder and the volume of the second processing cylinder, and the outer diameter of the third processing cylinder is greater than the outer diameter of the first processing cylinder and the outer diameter of the second processing cylinder.
[0046] Preferably, the distance between the third processing cylinder and the first or second side plate is denoted as L4, and the ratio of L4 to L satisfies: 0.022≤L4 / L≤0.05;
[0047] Preferably, the maximum dimension of the cylindrical module structure along the direction from the first side plate to the second side plate is denoted as the cylindrical module width H, and the outer diameter of the third processing cylinder is denoted as D', where H ≥ D' or H < D';
[0048] Preferably, the ratio of H to D' satisfies: 0.804≤H / D'≤1.082, and more preferably, 465mm≤H≤589mm, 544mm≤D'≤578mm.
[0049] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a clothing processing device, wherein the axes of the first processing cylinder, the second processing cylinder and the third processing cylinder are arranged horizontally or inclined, and the front plate of the box is provided with clothing inlets that correspond one-to-one with the openings of the three processing cylinders.
[0050] Preferably, the vertical plane containing the axis of the third processing cylinder is used as the reference plane, and the first and second processing cylinders are arranged side by side on opposite sides of the reference plane;
[0051] Preferably, the first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder are symmetrically arranged on opposite sides of the reference plane.
[0052] Furthermore, this utility model also proposes a clothing processing device, in which a frame is provided inside the box;
[0053] The cylindrical module structure is connected to the frame via the first vibration damping connector, and the third processing cylinder is connected to the frame via the second vibration damping connector.
[0054] Alternatively, the cylindrical module structure is connected to the third processing cylinder as a whole cylindrical integrated assembly, which is connected to the frame via a third vibration damping connector.
[0055] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.
[0056] This utility model of clothing processing equipment achieves a compact layout of two processing cylinders while maintaining a constant cabinet width by limiting the ratio range between the outer diameters of the two processing cylinders and the distance between the side panels of the cabinet. This design has the following advantages: it rationally arranges the dual processing cylinder structure within a limited cabinet width; each processing cylinder is designed to maximize its capacity, adapting to different clothing processing volumes; effectively improving space utilization and optimizing equipment performance.
[0057] This utility model of clothing processing equipment designs two small-volume processing cylinders into an integrated cylinder module structure. The two processing cylinders cooperate with each other, balance each other, and act as counterweights, effectively solving the problem of excessive vibration during operation of the clothing processing equipment. At the same time, it reduces the assembly volume and relatively increases the effective volume of the processing cylinder.
[0058] This invention achieves compact integration of multiple treatment cylinders by arranging and connecting the first and second treatment cylinders side-by-side, combined with the upper and lower layered structure of the extended third treatment cylinder. This effectively utilizes the internal space of the housing and optimizes the volume of the two side-by-side treatment cylinders. This design offers significant advantages such as simplified structure and zoned washing and care. The scientific layout of the treatment cylinders inside the housing optimizes space utilization and improves vibration damping during operation.
[0059] In the clothing processing equipment box of this utility model, the axis of each processing cylinder can be set horizontally or inclined. The first and second processing cylinders are arranged horizontally side by side on the same layer of the box, forming a layered layout with the third processing cylinder. This makes reasonable use of the box space, making the equipment structure compact and easy to operate.
[0060] Specifically, with the vertical plane containing the axis of the third processing cylinder as the reference plane, the first and second processing cylinders are symmetrically distributed on both sides. This arrangement optimizes the distribution of each processing cylinder in the box, effectively improves the vibration reduction effect, and reduces the noise generated by vibration during equipment operation.
[0061] Another innovation of this utility model is that a set of vibration damping connectors is used to fix the integrated cylinder assembly into the box, with each cylinder acting as a counterweight. This design effectively reduces vibration and noise during equipment operation, improves the stability of equipment operation, and extends the service life of equipment.
[0062] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description
[0063] The accompanying drawings, as part of this utility model, are used to provide a further understanding of the present utility model. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the present utility model are used to explain the present utility model, but do not constitute an undue limitation of the present utility model. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments; those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without creative effort. In the drawings:
[0064] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the clothing processing equipment of this utility model;
[0065] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of one connection method of the two processing cylinders of this utility model;
[0066] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another connection method for the two processing cylinders of this utility model;
[0067] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of one connection method of the three processing cylinders of this utility model;
[0068] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of another connection method for the three processing cylinders of this utility model;
[0069] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of an installation structure of the first and second processing cylinders inside the box according to this utility model;
[0070] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a connection structure for connecting two processing cylinders into a cylinder module structure according to this utility model;
[0071] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the cylindrical module structure and the third processing cylinder inside the box of this utility model;
[0072] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of another installation structure of the cylindrical module structure and the third processing cylinder inside the box of this utility model;
[0073] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of a connection structure for the three processing cylinders of this utility model connected together to form a cylinder integrated assembly;
[0074] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of another connection structure for the two processing cylinders of this utility model, which are connected to form a cylinder module structure;
[0075] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 AA view in the middle.
[0076] Reference numerals: 1. Box body; 10. Base; 11. First side plate; 12. Second side plate; 13. Front plate; 2. Frame; 20. Crossbeam; 21. First crossbeam; 22. Second crossbeam; 3. Cylinder module structure; 30. Cover plate; 301. First cylinder opening; 302. Second cylinder opening; 31. First processing cylinder; 310. First cylinder open end; 311. First fixing seat; 32. Second processing cylinder; 320. Second cylinder open end; 321. Second fixing seat; 33. Third processing cylinder; 34. Inner cylinder; 4. First connecting piece; 5. Second connecting piece; 6. Fastener; 71. First damper; 72. Second damper; 73. Third damper; 74. Fourth damper; 81. First suspension spring; 82. Second suspension spring; 83. Third suspension spring; 84. Fourth suspension spring; 9. Fourth connecting piece; 100. Reference plane.
[0077] It should be noted that these accompanying drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the present invention in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of the present invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed Implementation
[0078] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely for explaining the technical principles of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can make adjustments as needed to adapt to specific application scenarios.
[0079] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "upper" and "lower" refer to the upper and lower parts of the garment processing equipment in its operating state, based on the height direction. "Front" refers to the direction near the door based on the horizontal direction of the garment processing equipment in its operating state, and "rear" refers to the direction near the back of the garment processing equipment based on the horizontal direction of the garment processing equipment in its operating state.
[0080] Furthermore, it should be noted that in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected" and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. At the same time, in the description of this utility model, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0081] In existing technologies, traditional laundry processing equipment typically uses a single processing drum structure, which is insufficient to meet the needs of family members to separate and wash different types of clothing. Although double-drum designs have emerged in the market, their excessively large drum volume still leads to water waste when washing small amounts of laundry. Some manufacturers have attempted to install small processing drums in the corners of the washing machine, but due to space constraints, their capacity is too small and their purpose is limited, failing to balance space utilization with practical functionality.
[0082] To address the aforementioned issues, it is necessary to optimize the layout and dimensions of the two processing drums to achieve a horizontally side-by-side arrangement without increasing the width of the cabinet. The design focuses on balancing the ratio of the outer diameter of the processing drums to the internal space of the cabinet, ensuring that the two drums meet daily sorting and washing needs while avoiding water waste due to excessive volume. Repeated testing revealed that maintaining a specific ratio between the outer diameter of the processing drums and the distance between the side panels of the cabinet effectively resolves the conflict between space utilization and functional practicality.
[0083] like Figures 1 to 12 As shown, this utility model proposes a garment processing device including a housing 1 and at least two processing cylinders. The housing 1 has a first side plate 11 and a second side plate 12 arranged opposite to each other, with a distance L between them. The first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are arranged side by side along the direction from the first side plate 11 to the second side plate 12, and their outer diameters are D1 and D2, respectively, satisfying 0.39≤D1 / L≤0.492, 0.39≤D2 / L≤0.492 (see reference). Figures 2 to 5 ).
[0084] The distance L between the first side plate 11 and the second side plate 12 refers to the horizontal distance between the inner sides of the two side plates. This distance can be achieved by adjusting the dimensions of the housing structure, for example, by using standardized sheet metal parts or injection-molded shell structures. If there are protruding moldings on the opposite surfaces of the two side plates, especially at the point where the gap between the side plate and the processing cylinder is minimal, then the horizontal distance L between the inner sides of the two side plates refers to the horizontal distance between the top of the molding on one side plate and the inner side of the other side plate, or L refers to the horizontal distance between the tops of the protruding moldings on the inner sides of the two side plates. The outer diameters D1 and D2 of the processing cylinder refer to the maximum extension dimensions of the circumferential outer wall of the cylinder, which extend horizontally between the two side plates. Their accuracy can be controlled, for example, through mold forming or machining. The ratio range of the outer diameter to the spacing is determined experimentally. For example, when L is 600mm, D1 and D2 can be controlled between 236mm and 293mm to ensure that the two processing cylinders, when arranged laterally, fully utilize the width of the housing while retaining necessary installation clearance.
[0085] Specifically, when the first side panel 11 and the second side panel 12 are the left and right side panels of the housing 1, the first side panel 11 and the second side panel 12 are arranged side by side along the width direction of the housing (see...). Figure 1 The ratio of its outer diameter to the width of the washing machine is limited to a specific range. This design allows the drum to maintain a reasonable volume within a limited space. For example, when the width of the washing machine is fixed, increasing the outer diameter of the drum can increase the washing capacity, but the distance between the two drums or between the drum and the side panel must be reduced simultaneously to avoid interference. By constraining the range of the ratio, the increased height caused by the traditional vertical layout of twin drums is avoided, and the problem of insufficient capacity in the corner drums is solved. The horizontal arrangement of the drums can directly utilize the space redundancy in the width direction of the washing machine, for example, to achieve a parallel arrangement of twin drums within the width range of a standard washing machine, without changing the overall appearance dimensions.
[0086] This invention optimizes the outer diameter ratio so that both treatment drums achieve practical washing capacity. Furthermore, existing technologies lack a systematic design for the ratio of the treatment drum's outer diameter to the cabinet width, easily leading to wasted space or structural interference. This invention, however, achieves a balance between space utilization and functionality by limiting the range of this ratio.
[0087] Through the above technical solution, this utility model can integrate two independent washing drums within a standard cabinet width, meeting the needs of family members for the separate washing and care of different garments such as underwear and outerwear. The volumes of the two washing drums are rationally allocated according to their outer diameter ratio, which avoids the waste of water resources when washing a small amount of clothes with a large-capacity drum, and also solves the problem of insufficient practicality of small-capacity washing drums.
[0088] Further solutions include, for example Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in the garment processing equipment of this utility model, the ratio of L1 to L satisfies 0 ≤ L1 / L ≤ 0.193. When L is fixed, L1 and D1 or D2 are inversely related, with the distance at the minimum gap between the walls of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 denoted as L1; or, when L and L1 are fixed, the distance at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder 31 and the first side plate 11 is denoted as L2, and the distance at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder 32 and the second side plate 12 is denoted as L3, with at least one of L2 and L3 being inversely related to D1 or D2; or, when L is fixed, L1, L2, L3 and D1 or D2 are all inversely related. For example, D1 and D2 can be 236mm to 293mm, L can be 595mm to 605mm, and L1 can be 0 to 117mm.
[0089] One feasible solution is as follows: the distance L between the first side plate 11 and the second side plate 12 is 600mm; the outer diameters D1 and D2 of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are both 236mm; the distance L1 at the minimum gap between the cylinder walls of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 is 108mm; the distance L2 at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder 31 and the first side plate 11 is 10mm; and the distance L3 at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder 32 and the second side plate 12 is 10mm.
[0090] Another feasible solution is: Figure 2 As shown, the distance L between the first side plate 11 and the second side plate 12 is 605mm, the outer diameters D1 and D2 of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are both 293mm, the distance L1 at the minimum gap between the cylinder walls of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 is 0, the distance L2 at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder 31 and the first side plate 11 is 9.5mm, and the distance L3 at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder 32 and the second side plate 12 is 9.5mm.
[0091] Another feasible solution is: such as Figure 3 As shown, the distance L between the first side plate 11 and the second side plate 12 is 598mm, the outer diameters D1 and D2 of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are both 252mm, the distance L1 at the minimum gap between the cylinder walls of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 is 50mm, the distance L2 at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder 31 and the first side plate 11 is 22mm, and the distance L3 at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder 32 and the second side plate 12 is 22mm.
[0092] The distance L1, the minimum gap between the walls of the two processing cylinders, can be achieved by adjusting the cylinder spacing or outer diameter. The inverse relationship means that as the outer diameter of the processing cylinder increases, the minimum gap decreases, and vice versa. This helps balance cylinder volume and space utilization within a limited enclosure width. L2 and L3 represent the minimum gaps between the processing cylinders and adjacent side plates, respectively. These can be achieved by optimizing the relative position or outer diameter of the two processing cylinders. For example, setting a stepped structure or irregular contour on the outer wall of the processing cylinders, or using connecting components of different sizes and structures when connecting the two processing cylinders, will all affect the size of the minimum gap distance L1 between the two processing cylinders.
[0093] Specifically, when the width L of the housing is fixed, if the outer diameters D1 and D2 of the two processing cylinders increase, the gap L1 between the cylinders will decrease accordingly, thus ensuring the cylinder volume while avoiding an increase in the housing width. If L and L1 are fixed, the processing cylinders can be arranged closer to adjacent side plates by adjusting the inverse relationship between L2 or L3 and the outer diameter of the processing cylinders, thereby improving space utilization. For example, when D1 equals D2, L2 and L3 can be set to equal values, making the two processing cylinders symmetrically distributed and enhancing structural stability.
[0094] Through the above technical solution, this utility model solves the problem of redundant tank width or insufficient tank volume caused by the fixed gap between the tanks in existing equipment. It optimizes the tank layout without changing the tank size, thereby improving the equipment's compactness and washing capacity. This solution establishes a dynamic relationship between the gap between the two treatment tanks, the gap between the treatment tank and the side plate, and the outer diameter of the tank. This allows for a larger tank volume or a better spatial distribution within the same tank width, while avoiding interference between the treatment tank and the tank side plate.
[0095] This utility model further proposes, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the garment processing equipment includes a housing 1, which has a first side plate 11 and a second side plate 12 arranged opposite to each other, with a distance L between the first side plate 11 and the second side plate 12; at least two processing cylinders capable of independently processing garments, including a first processing cylinder 31 and a second processing cylinder 32, which are arranged side by side between the first side plate 11 and the second side plate 12 along the direction from the first side plate 11 to the second side plate 12. The distance at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder 31 and the first side plate 11 is L2, and the distance at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder 32 and the second side plate 12 is denoted as L3. The ratio of L2 to L satisfies 0.0133≤L2 / L≤0.1157 and 0.0133≤L3 / L≤0.1157. L2 and L3 can be the same or different. Further, the gap L3 between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate is set to be equal to L2 to achieve a symmetrical layout and simplify the structural design.
[0096] When L is fixed, L2 and L3 are inversely related to D1 or D2; when L and L2 and L3 are fixed, the distance L1 at the minimum gap between the walls of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 is inversely related to D1 or D2; when L is fixed, L1, L2, L3 are all inversely related to D1 or D2; when L and D1 and D2 are fixed, L1, L2, and L3 are inversely related.
[0097] L2 refers to the minimum gap between the outer wall of the first processing cylinder 31 and the inner wall of the first side plate 11. This gap can be achieved by adjusting the installation position of the processing cylinder or the shape of the side plate of the housing. For example, the outer wall of the processing cylinder can be designed as a reinforcing rib structure with a gradually changing height or as an inwardly protruding pressed shape to form the minimum gap. The ratio range of this distance is used to balance the cylinder volume and the space utilization of the housing, avoiding an excessively large gap that would increase the width of the housing or an excessively small gap that would affect the structural stability.
[0098] The inverse relationship refers to the fact that when the outer diameter of the processing cylinder increases, at least one of the parameters L1, L2, and L3 decreases accordingly; or, if the outer diameter of the processing cylinder remains constant, and L1 increases, at least one of the parameters L2 and L3 decreases accordingly. This can be achieved through a linkage adjustment mechanism or fixed-size matching. For example, when the width of the housing is fixed, increasing the outer diameter of the processing cylinder will compress the gap between it and the side plate. This relationship can maximize the size of the processing cylinder within a limited housing width while maintaining the necessary installation space.
[0099] Specifically, by limiting the range of the ratio of L2 to L, a reasonable gap can be maintained when the two processing cylinders are arranged side by side along the side plate without changing the overall width of the housing. When L and L1 are fixed, L2 and L3 decrease as the outer diameter of the processing cylinder increases, thus forming a compact double processing cylinder arrangement structure inside the housing. Similarly, when L and the outer diameter of the processing cylinder are fixed, L2 and L3 also decrease as the gap between the two processing cylinders increases.
[0100] For example, D1 and D2 can be 236mm to 293mm, L can be 595mm to 605mm, and L2 and L3 can be 8mm to 70mm.
[0101] One feasible solution is that if the width of the box is 600mm, L2 and L3 can be controlled between 8mm and 21mm. At this time, the outer diameter of the two processing cylinders can reach 293mm, which satisfies the large capacity requirement and avoids the box being too wide.
[0102] Another feasible solution is to use a single injection-molded assembly with a housing width of 595mm, two processing cylinders with an outer diameter of 293mm, and L2 and L3 with a diameter of 8mm. The adjacent sections share a common peripheral wall (see [reference]). Figure 2 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 The wall thickness at this location is 3mm, while the wall thickness at other radial locations on the same cross section is 5mm.
[0103] Another feasible solution is to have a box width of 605mm, L2 and L3 between 70mm, and the outer diameter of the two processing cylinders of 236mm. The two processing cylinders are integrally injection molded, and the adjacent parts use a common peripheral wall body with a wall thickness of 3mm. The wall thickness at other radial parts of the same cross section is 5mm.
[0104] Compared with existing technologies, traditional multi-cylinder equipment lacks systematic constraints in the design of the gap between the processing cylinder and the side plate, which easily leads to low space utilization or limited processing cylinder size. This solution achieves the optimal spatial arrangement of dual processing cylinders with a fixed housing width by precisely defining the ratio between the gap and the housing width, combined with the inverse variation characteristics of the gap and the outer diameter of the processing cylinder. This solves the problems of excessively wide housings or insufficient cylinder volume in existing technologies.
[0105] Through the above technical solution, this utility model can achieve a compact layout of two large-capacity processing cylinders within a limited box width, avoiding the impact of excessive box size on installation convenience while ensuring that the processing cylinders have sufficient clothing processing capacity. At the same time, the reverse adjustment mechanism of the gap and the outer diameter of the processing cylinders can adapt to the size variations of different equipment models, improving design flexibility.
[0106] This utility model further proposes, such as Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, at least one of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 is provided with a rotatable inner cylinder 34. The outer diameter of the inner cylinder 34 is d, wherein the ratio of d to the outer diameter D1 of the first processing cylinder 31 satisfies 0.915≤d / D1≤0.932, and the ratio of d to the outer diameter D2 of the second processing cylinder 32 satisfies 0.915≤d / D2≤0.932. The radial distance between the outer wall of the inner cylinder 34 and the inner wall of the processing cylinder sleeved outside it is 5mm.
[0107] In the above scheme, the outer diameter d of the inner cylinder 34 refers to the maximum diameter of the rotatable cylinder fitted inside the processing cylinder. This can be achieved by adjusting the wall thickness or inner diameter of the inner cylinder. This design allows the inner cylinder to maintain stable rotation inside the processing cylinder while reducing space occupation. The ratio range of d to D1 or D2 refers to the proportional relationship between the outer diameter of the inner cylinder and the outer diameter of the processing cylinder. This is achieved by optimizing the size matching between the processing cylinder and the inner cylinder. This ratio range ensures that the inner cylinder has sufficient volume inside the processing cylinder and avoids excessive compression.
[0108] The positive correlation means that as the outer diameter of the processing cylinder increases, the outer diameter of the inner cylinder increases synchronously. This can be achieved through a linkage design or dimensional gradient adjustment, ensuring dimensional coordination between the processing cylinder and the inner cylinder. For example, the radial distance between the inner cylinder and the processing cylinder is designed to be 5mm. The radial distance refers to the radial distance between the outer circumferential wall of the inner cylinder and the inner circumferential wall of the processing cylinder. This data can be slightly adjusted. The radial distance at the end of the inner cylinder near the rotation axis is designed to be 5mm. At the opposite end, due to the relatively large sway during rotation of the inner cylinder, the maximum radial distance can be designed to be 8mm to avoid interference with the outer cylinder. This gap can effectively prevent collision between the inner cylinder and the processing cylinder under full load. With a fixed outer diameter of the processing cylinder, the size of the outer diameter of the inner cylinder is related to the wall thickness of the processing cylinder and the radial distance between the two cylinders. For example, D1 and D2 are 236mm to 293mm, d is 216mm to 273mm, the radial distance between the two cylinders can be 5mm, and the wall thickness of the processing cylinder can be 5mm, including a 3mm thickness of the circumferential wall body and a 2mm protrusion height of the external reinforcing ribs.
[0109] The above solution limits the ratio of the inner drum's outer diameter to the processing drum's outer diameter, resulting in a more compact spatial layout of the inner drum within the processing drum while maintaining washing capacity. When the processing drum's outer diameter changes, the inner drum's outer diameter adjusts synchronously according to this positive change, avoiding mechanical interference or wasted space due to size mismatch. The fixed radial distance between the inner drum and the processing drum's inner walls reduces water flow resistance and provides a channel for hot air circulation or drainage. This solution maximizes the inner drum's volume within a limited cabinet width by optimizing the dimensional ratio between the inner drum and the processing drum, while avoiding increased vibration or energy consumption due to dimensional deviations. It increases washing capacity and reduces operating energy consumption while maintaining a compact equipment structure, making it particularly suitable for scenarios requiring separate processing of small batches of laundry.
[0110] In a further embodiment, the first processing drum 31 and the second processing drum 32 have the same dimensions, and the ratio of the drum depth to its outer diameter is denoted as 'a', satisfying 0.853 ≤ a ≤ 2.034; the depth of the inner drum 34 is denoted as 'p' (not shown in the figure), and the ratio of 'p' to the outer diameter 'd' of the inner drum 34 satisfies 0.54 ≤ d / p ≤ 1.606. In a preferred embodiment, the depth of the processing drum can be 250 mm to 480 mm, and the depth of the inner drum can be 170 mm to 400 mm. In this embodiment, the ratio 'a' of the drum depth to its outer diameter refers to the proportional relationship between the axial depth of the processing drum and its outer diameter. This ratio is used to balance the volume and space occupied by the processing drum, and can also balance the overall strength of the processing drum. If the ratio is too small, it may lead to insufficient washing capacity; if it is too large, it will affect the internal layout of the cabinet and reduce its axial strength. The ratio of the inner drum depth to the inner drum outer diameter refers to the ratio of the axial depth of the inner drum to its outer diameter. This ratio not only affects the support strength at one end of the inner drum's rotation axis, but also affects the tumbling path and washing uniformity of the clothes during the rotation process.
[0111] When the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are of the same size, this invention can achieve the optimal spatial layout of the processing cylinders under the condition of a fixed box width by limiting the range of the ratio of their cylinder depth to outer diameter. For example, when the outer diameter increases, the cylinder depth can be correspondingly reduced to maintain overall volume stability and avoid deformation of the box structure due to excessively large single dimensions. Controlling the ratio of inner cylinder depth to outer diameter ensures that the clothes can be fully stretched during rotation without causing excessive load on the power system due to an excessively long inner cylinder.
[0112] Through the above technical solution, this utility model achieves systematic matching of the processing cylinder size parameters, simultaneously meeting the requirements of clothing processing efficiency and equipment compactness within a limited cabinet space. The ratio control of the inner cylinder depth to the outer diameter effectively reduces the probability of clothing tangling, while the dynamic adjustment relationship between the processing cylinder depth and the outer diameter allows the equipment to adapt to different volume requirements, avoiding water waste caused by an excessively large single processing cylinder size.
[0113] A further embodiment includes a processing cylinder comprising a peripheral wall body and reinforcing ribs integrally formed on the outer surface of the peripheral wall body. The wall thickness of the processing cylinder is the sum of the thickness of the peripheral wall body and the height of the reinforcing ribs in the same radial direction. On the peripheral wall area of the processing cylinder's peripheral wall body facing the adjacent side plate, the height of the reinforcing ribs is lowest near the side plate and gradually increases along the circumference, such that the top of the reinforcing ribs forms an equidistant envelope surface parallel to the side plate. The distance at the minimum gap between the processing cylinder and the side plate is the distance between the equidistant envelope surface and the side plate. Preferably, the equidistant envelope surface is tangent to the peripheral wall body of the processing cylinder.
[0114] The peripheral wall body refers to the circumferential wall surface of the cylinder that constitutes the main structure of the processing cylinder. The reinforcing ribs are protruding structures extending along the outer surface of the peripheral wall body, which can be molded into an integral form with the peripheral wall body to enhance the structural strength of the processing cylinder. The equidistant envelope surface refers to the continuous curved surface formed by the top of the reinforcing ribs, which remains parallel to the side plates and at a constant distance. This can be achieved by adjusting the height gradient of the reinforcing ribs, used to precisely control the minimum gap between the processing cylinder and the side plates of the housing. The tangential relationship means that the equidistant envelope surface and the peripheral wall body have only a single point of contact geometrically. This can be achieved through parametric surface design, used to achieve a cutting-like effect on the outer peripheral wall of the processing cylinder near the side plates, reducing the wall thickness at that point and thus relatively increasing the volume of the processing cylinder.
[0115] Specifically, the first processing cylinder 31 includes a peripheral wall body and reinforcing ribs (not shown in the figure) integrally formed on the outer surface of the peripheral wall body. On the peripheral wall area of the first processing cylinder 31 facing the first side plate 11, the height of the reinforcing ribs is lowest near the first side plate 11 and gradually increases along the circumference, so that the top of the reinforcing ribs forms a first equidistant envelope surface parallel to the first side plate 11 (not shown in the figure). The distance between the first equidistant envelope surface and the first side plate 11 is the distance L2 at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder 31 and the first side plate 11. The second processing cylinder 32 includes a peripheral wall body and reinforcing ribs (not shown in the figure) integrally formed on the outer surface of the peripheral wall body. On the peripheral wall area of the second processing cylinder 32 facing the second side plate 12, the height of the reinforcing ribs is lowest near the side plate and gradually increases along the circumference, so that the top of the reinforcing ribs forms a second equidistant envelope surface parallel to the second side plate 12 (not shown in the figure). The distance between the second equidistant envelope surface and the second side plate 12 is the distance L3 at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder 32 and the second side plate 12.
[0116] In other words, in the region of the first processing cylinder 31 facing the first side plate 11, the height of the reinforcing ribs gradually increases circumferentially from the lowest point near the side plate, forming a convex array with a height gradient. This gradient ensures that the tips of all the reinforcing ribs together form a first equidistant envelope parallel to the first side plate, and the vertical distance between this envelope and the first side plate is L2. By designing the first equidistant envelope tangent to the circumferential wall, it is ensured that the processing cylinder maintains a minimum gap with the side plate during installation while avoiding mechanical interference. The second processing cylinder 32 adopts a symmetrical design, forming a second equidistant envelope in the same manner in the region facing the second side plate, thereby precisely controlling the dimension of L3. This structural design allows the processing cylinders to achieve a compact layout within a limited box width, while balancing structural strength and gap control requirements through the gradient height variation of the reinforcing ribs.
[0117] The above technical solution, through the design of adjusting the height variation of the reinforcing ribs, ensures the structural rigidity of the processing cylinder while precisely adapting the gap size to the internal space constraints of the housing. Using this technical solution, this invention achieves precise control of the gap between the processing cylinder and the side plate of the housing, maximizing the outer diameter of the processing cylinder within the limited width of the housing. The height variation design of the reinforcing ribs improves the deformation resistance of the processing cylinder and avoids assembly interference problems caused by excessively small gaps. The formation of equidistant envelope surfaces ensures that the processing cylinder and the side plate maintain a gap during operation, avoiding collisions, reducing vibration and noise, and improving operational stability. This structural design is particularly suitable for side-by-side dual-cylinder layouts, providing an effective solution for the compact design of multi-cylinder clothing processing equipment.
[0118] In the garment processing equipment of this utility model, such as Figures 6 to 12As shown, the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected as a single cylindrical module structure 3. This cylindrical module structure 3 includes two implementation methods: the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are formed into a non-removable integral structure through an integral molding process (see...). Figure 11 and Figure 12 Alternatively, a detachable integral structure can be formed by fixing it together with connecting components (see...). Figure 7 In a one-piece injection molding process, a preferred embodiment is that the two processing cylinders share a common area on their peripheral walls. This common area refers to the portion of the peripheral wall that simultaneously serves as the sidewall of both cylinders, with one side being the chamber of the first processing cylinder and the other side being the chamber of the second processing cylinder. This reduces material consumption and minimizes lateral space occupation. The common area's peripheral wall has no reinforcing ribs on either side and is a smooth surface. Therefore, the wall thickness of this common area is slightly thinner than the cylinder wall thickness at other locations along the same circumference. The difference is equal to the protrusion height of the reinforcing rib, which is typically 2mm. The wall thickness t1 of the common area is typically 3mm, while the wall thickness t at other locations is typically 5mm.
[0119] The first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected as a single cylinder module structure 3. The distance L1 at the minimum gap between the two cylinders is at least 20mm, preferably 60mm to 100mm. If the cylinder module structure is manufactured using an integral molding process, the gap L1 between the two cylinders is 0. If they have a common wall thickness, the width H of the cylinder module structure along the arrangement direction is less than the sum of the outer diameters of the two processing cylinders, D1+D2. Generally speaking, H=D1+D2-th.
[0120] The cylindrical module structure 3 refers to an integrated component formed by physically connecting two independent first processing cylinders 31 and second processing cylinders 32 through a one-piece molding process, creating a unified installation benchmark. Its function is to improve the overall rigidity of the multi-cylinder structure and simplify the assembly process. This can be achieved through connecting components using bolt fastening or snap-fit assembly methods, or through one-piece injection molding. Specifically, the connecting component refers to the mechanical structure used to fix the relative positions of the two processing cylinders, which can be implemented using U-shaped brackets, transverse connecting rods, or grid-like support plates. Its function is to allow modular disassembly and assembly and adapt to different internal layouts of the housing. One-piece injection molding refers to the seamless connection of the shells of the two processing cylinders through a mold injection molding process, which can be achieved using a dual-cavity mold injection molding process. Using one-piece injection molding can better eliminate connection gaps and enhance vibration resistance.
[0121] When the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are integrated into a cylinder module structure 3 through molding or connecting components, the axial distance between them is fixed to a preset value, thus forming a precise positioning reference in the width direction of the housing. This design allows the entire module to be hoisted as a single component during the equipment assembly stage, avoiding the cumulative errors caused by installing each processing cylinder individually in traditional solutions. Compared with existing technologies, each processing cylinder in traditional multi-cylinder equipment needs to be installed and its position adjusted separately, resulting in a complex internal structure and redundant space occupation. This solution, through modular integrated design, enables the two processing cylinders to form a spatially optimized whole, not only eliminating the assembly errors caused by traditional independent installation methods, but also directly reducing the lateral dimension occupation through the shared cylinder wall structure, achieving the technical effect of arranging a larger volume processing cylinder within the same housing width.
[0122] Through the above technical solution, this utility model effectively solves the problems of low assembly efficiency and insufficient space utilization in multi-cylinder equipment. The modular structural design reduces the risk of component displacement during transportation and enhances the structural stability of the equipment during operation. In implementation, this solution can adapt to different box size requirements, and product series development can be quickly achieved by adjusting the specifications of connecting components or mold parameters.
[0123] As one possible implementation scheme, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the connecting assembly includes a first connecting member 4 and a second connecting member 5. The front parts of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected by the first connecting member 4, and the rear parts of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected by the second connecting member 5. The first connecting member 4 is provided with a first mounting hole (not shown in the figure) for fasteners 6 to be inserted, and the second connecting member 5 is provided with a second mounting hole (not shown in the figure) for fasteners 6 to be inserted. The first connecting member 4 is connected to both the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 by fasteners 6, and similarly, the second connecting member 5 is connected to both the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 by fasteners 6. The first connecting member 4 and the second connecting member 5 can be plate-shaped or block-shaped, etc., and the fasteners 6 can be screws, bolts, rivets, etc., etc., and this utility model does not impose specific limitations in this regard. (Refer to...) Figure 3 Four fasteners 6 are provided at the four corners of the first connector 4 and the four corners of the second connector 5. In the front-to-back projection, the four fasteners 6 on the first connector 4 and the second connector 5 will not overlap, further improving the stability of the treatment drum connection. Fasteners at different positions can distribute the force from multiple angles, avoiding stress concentration and effectively resisting various forces generated during washing, making the treatment drum connection more stable.
[0124] Fasteners 6 are respectively installed on each connecting member in the front-to-back direction, and the projection of at least one fastener 6 in the front-to-back direction does not coincide with that of other fasteners, meaning that the points of force application are more dispersed. In actual use, the washing drum is subjected to forces from various directions, such as the impact of water flow during washing, the swaying force caused by the imbalance of clothes, etc. The dispersed fasteners can distribute these forces to different locations, avoiding the concentration of all forces on a few fixed points, thereby making the connection between the two washing drums more stable and reducing the risk of loosening due to excessive local stress. Moreover, the non-overlapping distribution of fasteners can resist the torsional force that may be generated between the two washing drums to a certain extent. When torsional force is applied, the fasteners at different locations work together to form a multi-point support structure, making it difficult for the two washing drums to twist relative to each other, thereby improving the overall stability.
[0125] Furthermore, when subjected to external forces, a significant stress concentration occurs around the overlapping fastener 6. Other non-overlapping fasteners can disperse this stress over a wider area, reducing the stress level around each fastener and allowing the entire connection structure to better withstand external forces, thereby improving stability. Because the connection between the first and second processing cylinders is more robust, it is less prone to loosening and thus less likely to produce abnormal noises.
[0126] However, it should be noted that although the number of connectors in this embodiment is set to two, those skilled in the art can flexibly adjust the number of connectors to three, four, or even more according to actual usage requirements. At the same time, the number of fasteners 6 can also be set according to actual needs, as long as at least one fastener 6 does not overlap with other fasteners 6 in the front-back direction, and all fasteners fall within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0127] Furthermore, although the non-overlapping front and rear fasteners 6 can provide a more stable connection, those skilled in the art can also adopt a scheme where the fasteners 6 overlap in the front and rear directions according to actual needs, and all of these fall within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0128] As one possible implementation, at least one of the connecting parts is a counterweight. The counterweight can adjust the mass distribution of the processing cylinder, making its rotation smoother, reducing noise and vibration, and can also reduce wear on key components such as bearings and shafts of the equipment structure, thereby reducing maintenance costs and frequency.
[0129] Or, as another possible solution, such as Figure 11 and Figure 12As shown, the first processing cylinder 31 is an open cylinder at one end; the second processing cylinder 32 is arranged side by side outside the first processing cylinder 31 and is also an open cylinder at one end, with the opening of the second processing cylinder 32 facing the same direction as the opening of the first processing cylinder 31; the connecting assembly includes a cover plate 30, which covers and connects to the open end 310 of the first cylinder and the open end 320 of the second cylinder, and is used to seal the openings of the two cylinders. The cover plate 30 is provided with a first cylinder opening 301 and a second cylinder opening 302. The first cylinder opening 301 is used to put clothes into the first processing cylinder 31, and the second cylinder opening 302 is used to put clothes into the second processing cylinder 32.
[0130] The axes of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are parallel or substantially parallel and arranged adjacent to each other. "Substantially parallel" means that the axes of the two cylinders can have an angular error within a range of 5° to 10°. "Consistent opening orientation" means that the openings of both cylinders face the same side, such as upwards or forwards, facilitating a unified seal by the shared cover plate 30. The cover plate 30's covering connection refers to simultaneously sealing the opening ends 310 and 320 of the first and second cylinders through planar contact or nesting structures, such as using an injection-molded plate structure. Its function is to reduce the number of independent sealing components. The first cylinder opening 301 and the second cylinder opening 302 are openings penetrating the cover plate 30, corresponding one-to-one with the internal spaces of the first and second processing cylinders 31 and 32, enabling independent dispensing functions.
[0131] Specifically, the open ends 310 and 320 of the first and second drums are sealed by the same cover plate 30, which simultaneously provides independent channels for the two garment inlets. When the cover plate 30 is installed at the open ends of the two drums, its covered area simultaneously seals the openings of both drums, forming a sealed interface. The position of the garment inlets is aligned with the internal space of the corresponding drums, allowing garments to enter their respective drums through different inlets. The independent garment inlets ensure zoned washing and care functions while maintaining structural integrity. Because the two drums share a cover plate, their connection structure and sealing components are simplified, and the side-by-side layout reduces the space occupied by the equipment. The consistent orientation of the two drum openings allows the cover plate to achieve double sealing with a single planar structure, simplifying the complexity of the sealing interface and avoiding the error risks associated with multi-angle sealing. Furthermore, the integrated two-drum arrangement reduces the internal space division of the garment processing equipment, providing a basis for the integrated design of the vibration damping system.
[0132] Through the above technical solution, this utility model solves the problems of redundant connecting parts and high cost in traditional multi-cylinder equipment by integrating a two-cylinder structure.
[0133] A further embodiment is that the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 of the present invention are integrally formed as described above; or, an alternative embodiment is that the rear parts of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected by a third connector, the structure of which can be the same as that of the second connector 5, or other connection structures can be used.
[0134] The first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 mentioned above have the same volume. The first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 with the same volume can evenly distribute the load of the clothes, ensuring a balanced load during operation, thereby improving the stability of the equipment and avoiding equipment vibration, noise or mechanical failure caused by excessive load on one side.
[0135] like Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figures 8 to 10 As shown, this utility model further proposes a garment processing device, including a third processing cylinder 33, with a first processing cylinder 31 and a second processing cylinder 32 arranged side-by-side above or below the third processing cylinder 33. The volume of the third processing cylinder 33 is greater than the volumes of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32, and the outer diameter D' of the third processing cylinder 33 is greater than the outer diameter D1 of the first processing cylinder 31 and also greater than the outer diameter D2 of the second processing cylinder 32. The distance L4 between the third processing cylinder 33 and the first side plate 11 or the second side plate 12 satisfies a specific ratio range: 0.022 ≤ L4 / L ≤ 0.05 (see reference). Figure 4 and Figure 5 The maximum dimension of the cylindrical module structure 3 along the direction from the first side plate 11 to the second side plate 12 is denoted as the cylindrical module width H. The outer diameter D' of the third processing cylinder 33 satisfies H ≥ D' or H < D'. Preferably, the ratio of H to D' satisfies: 0.804 ≤ H / D' ≤ 1.082, and more preferably, 465mm ≤ H ≤ 589mm, 544mm ≤ D' ≤ 578mm. The internal space of the housing is optimized by adjusting the spacing ratio of each processing cylinder to ensure overall structural compactness, while avoiding an increase in housing width due to the addition of the third processing cylinder.
[0136] The aforementioned third processing drum 33 is independent of the first processing drum 31 and the second processing drum 32. The third processing drum 33 has a larger volume, allowing it to hold more clothes and making it suitable for large-volume washing tasks. The second processing drum 32 and the first processing drum 31 are smaller, suitable for handling small amounts of clothes or performing specialized washing operations. The drum module width H refers to the maximum extension dimension of the combined structure composed of the first and second processing drums in the side plate direction, which can be determined by measuring the maximum distance between the outer walls of the two processing drums.
[0137] The preferred arrangement is that the third processing drum 33 is located at the bottom of the drum module structure. Due to its large volume and weight, it can effectively increase the stability of the equipment and reduce the vibration generated during the washing process. The first processing drum 31 and the second processing drum 32 are located side by side at the top, which are relatively light and can provide more washing space without increasing the overall center of gravity of the equipment. In short, the above layout can enhance the overall stability of the clothing processing equipment.
[0138] Compared to existing technologies, traditional multi-drum equipment only uses an upper and lower double-drum layout with similar volumes, which cannot simultaneously meet the needs of large-volume washing and small-item sorting. This invention, by constructing a layered structure with a third processing drum and drum module, integrates three processing drums of different capacities while maintaining the same cabinet width. Compared to adding a miniature processing drum in the corner of the cabinet, this invention significantly improves the practicality of the small processing drum. Simultaneously, by optimizing the size design, it avoids space waste, accommodating three processing drums within a limited cabinet width, effectively improving the equipment's functional versatility and space utilization.
[0139] In a further embodiment, the axes of the first processing cylinder 31, the second processing cylinder 32, and the third processing cylinder 33 are arranged horizontally or inclined. The front plate 13 of the housing 1 is provided with clothing loading ports that correspond one-to-one with the openings of the three processing cylinders. Taking the vertical plane where the axis of the third processing cylinder 33 is located as the reference plane 100, the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are arranged side by side on opposite sides of the reference plane 100. The first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are symmetrically arranged on opposite sides of the reference plane 100.
[0140] The horizontal or inclined arrangement of the processing drums in this invention refers to the rotation axis of the processing drums being parallel to the horizontal plane or forming a certain inclination angle, generally not exceeding 30°, preferably 10° to 15°. This horizontal or inclined arrangement of the three processing drums allows the equipment to adapt to different installation environments, such as being embedded in a cabinet or placed independently. The reference plane refers to a virtual plane passing through the axis of the third processing drum and perpendicular to the horizontal plane. Specifically, the first and second processing drums can be distributed on both sides of the reference plane through structural design, optimizing the utilization of the internal space of the cabinet. A symmetrical arrangement means that the first and second processing drums are mirror images of each other relative to the reference plane. This can be achieved by using processing drums of the same size and maintaining equal installation spacing. This structure helps balance the mechanical vibration during equipment operation. Compared to an asymmetrical layout, the symmetrical distribution on both sides of the reference plane significantly reduces the vibration amplitude during equipment operation. This invention solves the problems of large footprint and inconvenient operation caused by the loose structure of traditional multi-drum equipment, meeting the dual needs of separate washing and compact space in a home setting.
[0141] The garment processing equipment of this utility model has a load-bearing frame 2 inside its housing 1, which serves as a support structure for supporting and installing the processing cylinders. Specifically, it can be implemented using a frame structure made of welded or injection-molded metal profiles, providing a base for the installation of multiple processing cylinders. The integrated cylinder module structure 3, formed by connecting the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32, is connected to the frame 2 via a first vibration-damping connector. The third processing cylinder 33 is connected to the frame 2 via a second vibration-damping connector (see...). Figure 8 Alternatively, the cylindrical module structure 3 and the third processing cylinder 33 are connected as a single integrated cylindrical assembly, which is connected to the frame via a third vibration damping connector (see...). Figure 9 The aforementioned vibration damping connectors all include suspension damping components and support damping components, which serve as upper suspension and lower support, respectively, to reduce the transmission of mechanical vibrations generated during the operation of the processing cylinder to the housing.
[0142] As one possible solution, such as Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, the third processing cylinder 33 is independently configured. That is, the third processing cylinder 33 is not connected to the first processing cylinder 31 or the second processing cylinder 32. This configuration allows the third processing cylinder 33 to more independently and precisely adjust its operating parameters, such as rotation speed, according to its own load conditions, thereby achieving more optimized load balance and reducing vibration and instability caused by uneven load.
[0143] The first vibration damping connector includes a first suspension damper and a first support damper. The first suspension damper includes a first suspension spring 81 that suspends the first processing cylinder 31 to the frame 2 and a second suspension spring 82 that suspends the second processing cylinder 32 to the frame 2. The first support damper includes a first damper 71 that supports the first processing cylinder 31 to the frame 2 and a second damper 72 that supports the second processing cylinder 32 to the frame 2. The second vibration damping connector includes a second suspension damper, i.e., a third suspension spring 83, that suspends the third processing cylinder 33 to the frame 2 and a second support damper, i.e., a third damper 73, that supports the third processing cylinder 33 to the frame 2.
[0144] The first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected to form an integral cylinder module structure 3. The upper part is suspended from the upper left and right sides of the frame 2 by the first suspension damping members on both sides, and the lower part is supported on the lower left and right sides of the frame 2 by the first support damping members on both sides (see...). Figure 3 , Figure 6 and Figure 8Furthermore, the left and right sides of the frame 2 are respectively provided with a first crossbeam 21 and a second crossbeam 22 extending in the front-back direction at intervals. The upper parts of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 on the side closest to the frame 2 are suspended from the first crossbeam 21 on the left and right sides of the frame 2 by the first suspension spring 81 and the second suspension spring 82, respectively. The lower parts of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 on the side closest to the frame 2 are supported on the second crossbeam 22 on the left and right sides of the frame 2 by the first damper 71 and the second damper 72, respectively. These vibration damping connectors are connected to the first crossbeam 21 and the second crossbeam 22 on the side of the frame 2. After the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected to the frame 2 through the first vibration damping connectors, the stability of the garment processing equipment during operation can be further ensured.
[0145] like Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, the upper part of the third processing cylinder 33 is suspended from the second crossbeam 22 of the frame 2 by the second suspension dampers on the left and right sides, and the lower part is supported on the base 10 of the housing 1 by the second support dampers. Further, the second suspension dampers include a third suspension spring 83, which can be connected to the second crossbeam 22 on which the first support dampers of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are installed; preferably, in order to reduce the gap between the cylinder module structure and the upper and lower parts of the third processing cylinder 33, the position where the third suspension spring 83 connects to the second crossbeam 22 is higher than the positions where the first damper 71 and the second damper 72 connect to the second crossbeam 22 (see reference). Figure 8 ).
[0146] The third processing cylinder 33 is independently supported on the frame 2 by means of the second support damping component. That is, the lower part of the third processing cylinder 33 can be connected to the base 10 of the housing 1 by multiple third dampers 73. The third dampers 73 can be installed at the four corners of the lower part of the third processing cylinder 33, or distributed in a triangular pattern. Alternatively, the third processing cylinder 33 can also be connected to the third crossbeams (not shown in the figure) on the left and right sides of the frame 2 by the third dampers 73, with the third crossbeams spaced below the second crossbeam 22. However, it should be noted that this connection method is not restrictive. As long as it can be ensured that each processing cylinder is installed in the housing 1 of the clothing processing equipment through the damping connector, the specific arrangement adjustment does not deviate from the principle of this utility model and is within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0147] Since the third processing cylinder 33 is supported by an independent second support damping member, the transmission of vibration to the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 can be reduced. After the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected, they are supported by the first support damping member. When one processing cylinder moves, the other processing cylinder plays a balancing role, thereby reducing the vibration amplitude.
[0148] Specifically, when the cylindrical module structure 3 and the third processing cylinder 33 are respectively installed to the frame 2 via independent vibration damping connectors, the first and second vibration damping connectors can be designed differently according to the weight and vibration characteristics of the corresponding processing cylinders. For example, the third processing cylinder, due to its larger volume, can use a damper with higher stiffness, while the cylindrical module structure is matched with a low-stiffness spring to adapt to its smaller vibration amplitude.
[0149] As another possible solution, such as Figure 5 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the integrated cylinder module structure 3, which connects the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32, is fixedly connected to the third processing cylinder 33 to form an integral cylinder integrated component. When the cylinder integrated component scheme is adopted, the third processing cylinder 33 and the cylinder module structure 3 are rigidly connected to form an integral structure. At this time, the third vibration damping connector needs to bear the total weight of the integrated component at the same time, and the design is optimized for the combined vibration frequency, for example, by using a composite vibration damping structure with multiple rubber pads and springs connected in series.
[0150] The third vibration damping connection includes a third suspension damper and a third support damper. The third suspension damper is a fourth suspension spring 84, used to suspend and connect the third processing cylinder 33 to the frame 2. The third support damper is a fourth damper 74, used to support and connect the third processing cylinder 33 to the base 10 (see reference). Figure 5 and Figure 9 Alternatively, the fourth suspension spring 84 can also be suspended on both sides of the cylindrical module structure 3, that is, the fourth suspension spring 84 is suspended on the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 respectively. Furthermore, the fourth suspension spring 84 is connected to the crossbeams 20 on the left and right sides of the frame 2 (see...). Figure 5 ).
[0151] Furthermore, the front parts of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected by the first connecting member 4, and the rear parts of the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are connected by the second connecting member 5, thus the second processing cylinder 32 and the first processing cylinder 31 are connected as a whole (see...). Figure 7 The top of the third processing cylinder 33 is provided with two upward-protruding third fixing seats (not shown in the figure). The bottoms of the second processing cylinder 32 and the first processing cylinder 31 are respectively provided with a second fixing seat 321 and a first fixing seat 311. The two third fixing seats are connected to the second fixing seat 321 and the first fixing seat 311 by fasteners (see...). Figure 9By first connecting the second processing cylinder 32 and the first processing cylinder 31 into a whole, the rigidity and integrity of this part of the structure are increased. When the second processing cylinder 32 and the first processing cylinder 31 are fixed as a whole and then connected to the third processing cylinder 33, they can better withstand external forces, reduce the shaking and displacement that may occur due to the individual connection of each processing cylinder, make the structure of the entire assembly more stable, and reduce the risk of component damage due to vibration during operation.
[0152] Alternatively, the aforementioned connection structure between the three cylinders can be eliminated. Instead, the third processing cylinder 33, the second processing cylinder 32, and the first processing cylinder 31 can be directly connected by cladding welding, adhesive bonding, or integral molding to reliably fix the three processing cylinders together as a single unit. Furthermore, the three processing cylinders are designed as an open statistical structure, with the front part covered and connected to the open parts of the three processing cylinders by a common cover. The structure and installation method of the cover are the same as those of the cover plate mentioned above.
[0153] Alternatively, the first processing cylinder 31 and the second processing cylinder 32 are integrally formed and are fixedly connected to the third processing cylinder 33 by the cover plate 30 (see [reference]). Figure 10 ).
[0154] In this design, the three processing cylinders are configured to act as counterweights for each other. That is, two of the three processing cylinders are designed to act as counterweights for the other processing cylinder.
[0155] This invention connects three independently operating washing drums into a single unit, with the axes of the three drums forming a triangle, thus providing mutual counterweight. Therefore, each drum, during operation, can utilize its overall inertia to effectively resist the uneven stress caused by the clothes, maintaining better balance and ensuring the stability of the entire washing machine. For example, when one drum is in the high-speed spin-drying stage, the other drums, through the traction generated by their own mass, efficiently counteract unbalanced vibrations, greatly reducing shaking and noise during operation.
[0156] Furthermore, because the three processing drums are designed to counterweight each other, the use of some counterweight components is reduced, effectively saving internal space in cabinet 1. This allows the overall height of the garment processing equipment to be further reduced to 850mm or less, meeting the standard height of European-style drum washing machines. As a result, the equipment can be easily integrated into mainstream standard cabinets, seamlessly blending into home décor without occupying extra space. Simultaneously, this equipment can also be stacked and combined with dryers, shoe washers, etc., to form a variety of laundry and care products, further saving space and meeting the needs of modern users for efficient use of home space.
[0157] This solution, through a combination of frame and vibration-damping connectors, achieves a compact layout of multiple treatment cylinders while effectively isolating vibration transmission between different treatment units using separate or integrated vibration damping strategies. This solves the problems of increased noise and structural fatigue caused by the superposition of vibrations in multi-cylinder equipment. The solution achieves stable installation of three treatment cylinders within a limited enclosure space. Through modular integration and the coordinated design of the vibration damping system, it reduces vibration interference when multiple cylinders operate simultaneously, extending the equipment's service life. Furthermore, the separate vibration damping solution can be specifically optimized according to the load characteristics of different treatment cylinders, while the integrated vibration damping solution simplifies the assembly process. Both implementation methods effectively balance space utilization and vibration control requirements.
[0158] Through the above technical solution, this utility model effectively reduces the number of vibration-damping connectors and the space occupied during installation, thereby reducing the complexity of the equipment structure and material costs. The integrated drum assembly and the design of a set of vibration-damping connectors allow the vibration energy of drums with different capacities to cancel each other out through structural transmission, maintaining the overall stability of the equipment even when multiple drums are running simultaneously. The optimized drum space layout makes full use of the longitudinal space of the cabinet, ensuring washing capacity while avoiding excessive increase in equipment size.
[0159] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Although the present utility model has been disclosed above with reference to a preferred embodiment, it is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-described technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present utility model. The implementation schemes in the above embodiments can be further combined or replaced. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the scope of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: The enclosure has a first side panel and a second side panel that are arranged opposite to each other, and the distance between the first side panel and the second side panel is denoted as L; At least two processing tubes capable of independently processing clothing, including a first processing tube and a second processing tube, are arranged side by side between the first side plate and the second side plate along the direction from the first side plate to the second side plate, and the outer diameters of the first processing tube and the second processing tube along this direction are denoted as D1 and D2 respectively. The ratios of D1, D2, and L satisfy the following conditions: 0.39 ≤ D1 / L ≤ 0.492, 0.39 ≤ D2 / L ≤ 0.
492.
2. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The distance between the minimum gap between the walls of the first and second processing cylinders is denoted as L1. The ratio of L1 to L satisfies: 0 ≤ L1 / L ≤ 0.
193.
3. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, With L fixed, L1 and D1 or D2 have an inverse relationship.
4. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, L and L1 are fixed. The distance between the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder and the first side plate is denoted as L2, and the distance between the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate is denoted as L3. At least one of L2 and L3 has an inverse relationship with D1 or D2.
5. The garment processing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, D1=D2, L2=L3.
6. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, When L is fixed, the distance between the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder and the first side plate is denoted as L2, and the distance between the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate is denoted as L3. L1, L2, L3 and D1 or D2 are all inversely related.
7. The garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, D1=D2, L2=L3.
8. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 2-7, characterized in that, 236mm≤D1≤293mm, 236mm≤D2≤293mm, 0≤L1≤117mm, 595mm≤L≤605mm.
9. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The distance between the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder and the first side plate is denoted as L2. The ratio of L2 to L satisfies: 0.0133≤L2 / L≤0.1157.
10. The garment processing equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, When L is fixed, L2 and D1 or D2 have an inverse relationship.
11. The garment processing equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, The distance between the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate is denoted as L3, and 0.0133≤L3 / L≤0.1157.
12. The garment processing equipment according to claim 11, characterized in that, L3=L2.
13. The garment processing equipment according to claim 11, characterized in that, When L, L2, and L3 are fixed, the distance between the minimum gap between the walls of the first and second processing cylinders is denoted as L1. L1 and D1 or D2 are inversely related.
14. The garment processing equipment according to claim 13, characterized in that, D1=D2.
15. The garment processing equipment according to claim 11, characterized in that, When L is fixed, the distance between the minimum gap between the walls of the first and second processing cylinders is denoted as L1. L1, L2, L3 and D1 or D2 are all inversely related.
16. The garment processing equipment according to claim 15, characterized in that, D1=D2.
17. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 9-16, characterized in that, 236mm≤D1≤293mm, 236mm≤D2≤293mm, 8mm≤L2≤70mm, 595mm≤L≤605mm.
18. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 1-7 and 9-16, characterized in that, At least one of the first and second processing cylinders is provided with a rotatable inner cylinder, the outer diameter of which is d, wherein the ratio of d to D1 satisfies: 0.915≤d / D1≤0.932; The ratio of d to D2 satisfies: 0.915≤d / D2≤0.
932.
19. The garment processing equipment according to claim 18, characterized in that, d and D1 have a positive relationship, and / or d and D2 have a positive relationship.
20. The garment processing equipment according to claim 19, characterized in that, 216mm≤d≤273mm, 236mm≤D1≤293mm, 236mm≤D2≤293mm, and the radial distance between the outer wall of the inner cylinder and the inner wall of the processing cylinder sleeved on the outside is 5mm.
21. The garment processing equipment according to claim 18, characterized in that, The first and second processing cylinders have the same dimensions. The ratio of the cylinder depth P to its outer diameter is denoted as a, which satisfies: 0.853≤a≤2.034; Let the depth of the inner cylinder be p, and the ratio of p to d satisfies: 0.54≤d / p≤1.
606.
22. The garment processing equipment according to claim 21, characterized in that, 250mm≤P≤480mm, 170mm≤p≤400mm.
23. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 1-7 and 9-16, characterized in that, The first processing cylinder includes a peripheral wall body and a reinforcing rib integrally formed on the outer surface of the peripheral wall body. On the peripheral wall area of the peripheral wall body of the first processing cylinder facing the first side plate, the height of the reinforcing rib is the lowest near the first side plate and gradually increases along the circumference, so that the top of the reinforcing rib forms a first equidistant envelope surface parallel to the first side plate. The distance between the first equidistant envelope surface and the first side plate is the distance L2 at the minimum gap between the first processing cylinder and the first side plate. The second processing cylinder includes a peripheral wall body and reinforcing ribs integrally formed on the outer surface of the peripheral wall body. On the peripheral wall area of the second processing cylinder peripheral wall body facing the second side plate, the height of the reinforcing ribs is lowest near the side plate and gradually increases along the circumference, so that the top of the reinforcing ribs forms a second equidistant envelope surface parallel to the second side plate. The distance between the second equidistant envelope surface and the second side plate is the distance L3 at the minimum gap between the second processing cylinder and the second side plate.
24. The garment processing equipment according to claim 23, characterized in that, The first equidistant envelope surface is tangent to the peripheral wall of the first processing cylinder, and the second equidistant envelope surface is tangent to the peripheral wall of the second processing cylinder.
25. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 1-7 and 9-16, characterized in that, The first and second processing cylinders are connected as a single cylindrical module structure.
26. The garment processing equipment according to claim 25, characterized in that, The first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder are integrally formed, or the first processing cylinder and the second processing cylinder are connected into an integral structure by a connecting component.
27. The garment processing equipment according to claim 25, characterized in that, The first and second processing cylinders are integral injection molded structures, and the two processing cylinders share a portion of the cylinder perimeter wall.
28. The garment processing equipment according to claim 25, characterized in that, It includes a third processing cylinder, with the first and second processing cylinders arranged side by side above or below the third processing cylinder.
29. The garment processing equipment according to claim 28, characterized in that, The volume of the third processing cylinder is greater than the volume of the first processing cylinder and the volume of the second processing cylinder, and the outer diameter of the third processing cylinder is greater than the outer diameter of the first processing cylinder and the outer diameter of the second processing cylinder.
30. The garment processing equipment according to claim 29, characterized in that, The distance between the third processing cylinder and the first or second side plate is denoted as L4. The ratio of L4 to L satisfies: 0.022≤L4 / L≤0.
05.
31. The garment processing equipment according to claim 30, characterized in that, The maximum dimension of the cylindrical module structure along the direction from the first side plate to the second side plate is denoted as the width H of the cylindrical module, and the outer diameter of the third processing cylinder is denoted as D', where H ≥ D' or H < D'.
32. The garment processing equipment according to claim 31, characterized in that, The ratio of H to D' satisfies: 0.804 ≤ H / D' ≤ 1.
082.
33. The garment processing equipment according to claim 32, characterized in that, 465mm≤H≤589mm, 544mm≤D'≤578mm.
34. The garment processing equipment according to claim 29, characterized in that, The axes of the first, second, and third processing cylinders are set horizontally or at an angle, and the front panel of the box is provided with clothing loading ports that correspond one-to-one with the openings of the three processing cylinders.
35. The garment processing equipment according to claim 34, characterized in that, With the vertical plane containing the axis of the third processing cylinder as the reference plane, the first and second processing cylinders are arranged side by side on opposite sides of the reference plane.
36. The garment processing equipment according to claim 35, characterized in that, The first and second processing cylinders are symmetrically located on opposite sides of the reference plane.
37. The garment processing equipment according to claim 36, characterized in that, The box is equipped with a frame; The cylindrical module structure is connected to the frame via the first vibration damping connector, and the third processing cylinder is connected to the frame via the second vibration damping connector. Alternatively, the cylindrical module structure is connected to the third processing cylinder as a whole cylindrical integrated assembly, which is connected to the frame via a third vibration damping connector.