Dispensing box and laundry treatment apparatus

Abstract

The application provides a dispensing box and a clothes processing device. The dispensing box is applied to the clothes processing device. The dispensing box comprises a body, a hinged component and a dispensing shell. The hinged component is hinged to the body. The dispensing shell has a dispensing opening and rotates relative to the body through the hinged component, so that the dispensing opening is exposed outside the body or covered by the body. The dispensing shell is detachably connected to the hinged component. In the embodiment, the dispensing shell is detachably connected to the hinged component. A user can detach the dispensing shell from the hinged component on the front door through simple operation, completely clean the part of the dispensing shell with the dispensing opening, avoid dirt and bacteria accumulation and improve the sanitary performance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and in particular to a dispensing box and clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] In modern life, laundry equipment, especially washing machines, has become an indispensable cleaning tool in both home and industrial environments. Among these, the detergent dispenser, as a crucial component of the washing machine, directly impacts the user experience through its design and functionality.

[0003] The flip-top dispenser structure has been widely used due to its advantages such as small footprint and ease of operation. In related technologies, the flip-top dispenser structure is tightly connected to the main body of the washing machine and cannot be disassembled from the outside. While this design ensures structural stability to a certain extent, it also brings several inconveniences. For example, residual detergent and stains can easily accumulate inside the dispenser opening, potentially leading to bacterial growth, unpleasant odors, and affecting washing performance, and even causing hygiene problems over time. Furthermore, because it is not removable from the machine body, it is difficult for users to clean and maintain the dispenser. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a dispensing box and a clothing processing device, aiming to improve the problem of difficult cleaning of flip-type dispensing boxes.

[0005] On one hand, this application provides a dispensing box for use in a garment processing device, the dispensing box comprising: ontology; Hinged assembly, hinged to the body; and The dispensing shell has a dispensing port and is rotatable relative to the body via the hinge assembly, such that the dispensing port is exposed outside the body or covered by the body, and the dispensing shell is detachably connected to the hinge assembly.

[0006] In some embodiments, the detachable connection between the delivery shell and the hinge assembly includes at least one of snap-fit, plug-in, adhesive, and magnetic connection.

[0007] In some embodiments, a first magnet is provided on one of the delivery shell and the hinge assembly, and at least a portion of the other of the delivery shell and the hinge assembly is a magnetic metal component, wherein the first magnet magnetically attracts the magnetic metal component; or A first magnet is provided on one of the delivery shell and the hinge assembly, and a second magnet is provided on the other of the delivery shell and the hinge assembly, so that the first magnet and the second magnet are magnetically attracted to each other.

[0008] In some embodiments, the body has a hinge hole, and the hinge assembly includes: The hinge has a connecting shaft and a magnet mounting slot for mounting the first magnet; The connecting shaft passes through the hinge hole so that the hinge can rotate relative to the body.

[0009] In some embodiments, the body has a hinge hole, and the hinge assembly includes: A hinge member having a shaft hole and a magnet mounting slot for mounting the first magnet; and A hinge shaft passes through the hinge hole and the shaft hole, so that the hinge member can rotate relative to the body.

[0010] In some embodiments, the delivery shell has a mounting portion on the side facing the body, and the hinge includes: The hinge portion has the aforementioned shaft hole; Connecting part, connected to the hinge part; and The magnet mounting portion protrudes at least partially from the connecting portion, and the portion of the magnet mounting portion having the magnet mounting groove is embedded in the mounting portion.

[0011] In some embodiments, the side of the delivery shell facing the body also has a snap-fit ​​groove adjacent to or spaced apart from the mounting portion, and the hinge further includes: A snap-fit ​​part is connected to the end of the connecting part away from the hinge part. The snap-fit ​​part snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove. After the magnet mounting part is removed from the mounting part, the snap-fit ​​part can be removed from the snap-fit ​​groove.

[0012] In some embodiments, the body includes: The box body has a receiving slot; and A hinge base is connected to the outside of the box body, and the hinge base has the hinge hole; The deployment shell includes: The cover is movably disposed within the receiving groove; The hinge portion passes through the box body, with one end hinged to the hinge seat via the hinge shaft and the other end connected to the connecting portion, which is partially disposed within the receiving groove.

[0013] In some embodiments, the hinge includes: Rotating sub-part, having the aforementioned shaft hole; and The hook portion passes through the box body, with one end connected to the rotating portion and the other end connected to the connecting portion.

[0014] In some embodiments, the box body further has a receiving cavity communicating with the receiving slot, and the dispensing shell further includes: A liquid guiding shell is connected to the side of the cover facing the receiving cavity. The liquid guiding shell has a liquid guiding groove. The cover is located in the receiving groove. When the dispensing shell is in a closed state relative to the main body, the liquid guiding groove extends downward at an angle.

[0015] In some embodiments, the liquid guiding shell includes: A liquid-conducting outer shell, connected to the cover, wherein the outer side wall of the liquid-conducting outer shell has a snap-fit; and A liquid-guiding inner shell is stacked on top of the liquid-guiding outer shell and has the liquid-guiding groove. The liquid-guiding inner shell is provided with a snap-fit ​​block, which is snapped into the slot.

[0016] In some embodiments, the body further includes: A liquid guide tube is connected to the box body and communicates with the receiving cavity. The liquid guide tube is located on the extension path of the liquid guide groove, and the liquid guide groove is used to guide the laundry treatment agent to flow toward the liquid guide tube.

[0017] In some embodiments, the bottom wall of the receiving slot is provided with a hook mounting slot, and the dispensing box further includes a push-button latch, the push-button latch comprising: The male connector is attached to the side of the delivery shell facing the main body. A locking hook is provided in the locking hook mounting groove; When the locking hook engages with the male connector, the dispensing box is in a closed state relative to the main body; when the locking hook engages with the male connector, the dispensing box is in an open state relative to the main body.

[0018] In some embodiments, the hinge assembly further includes: A torsion spring is sleeved on the hinge shaft. When the locking hook contacts the male head and locks, the torsion spring can drive the hinge shaft to rotate the delivery shell away from the body, so that the delivery shell is in an open state relative to the body.

[0019] In some embodiments, the hinge assembly further includes: A damping element is sleeved on the hinge shaft, and the damping element is used to provide damping force for the rotation of the hinge shaft relative to the body.

[0020] In some embodiments, the damping element includes: The first damping part has one end sleeved on the hinge shaft and the other end has a first shaft body; A second damping part is sleeved on the first shaft; and A damping cover is fitted onto the second damping part and connected to the main body.

[0021] On the other hand, embodiments of this application provide a garment processing device, including: The cabinet includes a front door, the front door having a clothing loading / unloading opening and a mounting opening, the mounting opening being located above or below the clothing loading / unloading opening; and The dispensing box as described in any of the above embodiments is at least partially disposed within the housing, and the dispensing shell is closably exposed at the mounting port.

[0022] In this embodiment, the hinge assembly is hinged to the main body, and the dispensing shell has a dispensing port located on the side of the dispensing shell facing the main body. The end face of the dispensing shell facing away from the tray is flush with the front sealing door in the closed state. The dispensing shell rotates relative to the main body via the hinge assembly, which enables the dispensing shell to rotate relative to the main body, allowing the dispensing port to be exposed outside the main body or covered by the main body. Users can manually control the opening and closing of the dispensing shell, easily opening or closing it, making it more convenient to dispense clothing treatment agents.

[0023] Furthermore, the dispensing shell and the hinge assembly are detachably connected. Users can easily remove the dispensing shell from the hinge assembly on the front sealing door to thoroughly clean the part of the dispensing shell with the dispensing port, avoiding the accumulation of stains and bacteria and improving hygiene performance.

[0024] If the dispensing shell is damaged, users can quickly replace it with a new one without replacing the entire dispensing box, thus reducing maintenance costs. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the front sealing door and the delivery box provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Cross-sectional view along the AA direction; Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a portion of point B in the middle; Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the exploded structure shown; Figure 5 for Figure 1 Partial exploded view of the structure shown (the front sealing door and delivery shell are omitted). Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the launch shell and hinge provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 7 for Figure 6 Cross-sectional view along the CC direction; Figure 8 for Figure 6 The schematic cross-sectional view of the hinged structure shown is separated from the launch shell; Figure 9 An exploded view of the deployment shell provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a delivery box provided in one embodiment of this application; Figure 11 for Figure 10 Cross-sectional view along the DD direction.

[0027] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 100. Dispensing box; 10. Body; 11. Box body; 11a. Receiving groove; 11b. Receiving cavity; 11c. Locking hook mounting groove; 11d. Opening; 12. Hinge seat; 12a. Hinge hole; 13. Liquid guide tube; 14. Connecting seat; 14a. First connecting hole; 20. Hinge assembly; 21. Hinge piece; 211. Hinge part; 211a. Shaft hole; 2111. Rotating part; 2112. Hook part; 212. Connecting part; 213. Magnet mounting part; 213a. Magnet mounting groove; 214. Locking 22. Hinge shaft; 23. Torsion spring; 24. Damping component; 241. First damping part; 242. Second damping part; 243. Damping cover; 243a. Second connecting hole; 30. Dispensing shell; 30a. Dispensing port; 30b. Mounting part; 30c. Snap-fit ​​groove; 31. Cover body; 32. Liquid guiding shell; 32a. Liquid guiding groove; 321. Liquid guiding outer shell; 3221. Snap-fit ​​block; 321a. Bayonet; 322. Liquid guiding inner shell; 40. First magnet; 50. Press-type latch; 51. Male head; 52. Locking hook; 200. Cabinet body; 210. Front door; 210a. Clothing loading / unloading opening; 210b. Installation opening. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0029] This application provides a garment processing device, which refers to equipment used in homes or laundries to wash, clean, soften, dry, and remove wrinkles from clothing. It includes various types, such as washing machines, dryers, washer-dryer combos, garment care machines, and steam irons. The main function of garment processing equipment is to provide solutions for cleaning and drying clothes, maintaining their cleanliness and neatness through different programs and functions, such as washing, rinsing, spin-drying, drying, or conditioning.

[0030] The clothing processing device described in this application uses a washing machine as a specific application example. The technical solution is also applicable to other types of clothing processing devices, such as dryers and washer-dryer combos. Other types of clothing processing devices can make corresponding adjustments and improvements based on their own structure and functional characteristics, referring to this embodiment.

[0031] like Figure 1 As shown, the garment processing equipment includes a housing 200 and a garment processing drum (not shown). The garment processing drum is a rotatable cylindrical structure with a garment processing chamber for holding garments, water, and detergent to achieve washing and drying of garments. The garment processing drum is rotatably disposed inside the housing 200, which is the outer shell of the garment processing equipment. It is usually made of metal or plastic and provides support and protection for its internal structure to prevent it from being damaged by external factors.

[0032] Please continue reading. Figure 1 In this embodiment, the clothing processing device is a front-opening clothing processing device. The housing 200 includes a front sealing door 210, which is located on the side facing the user and serves as the main structure for the user to interact with the washing machine. The front sealing door 210 is provided with a clothing loading and unloading port 210a, which is connected to the clothing processing chamber. The clothing processing device also includes a door assembly, which is closable and detachable at the clothing loading and unloading port 210a. The user can open the door assembly to access the clothing loading and unloading port 210a to put clothes to be washed into the clothing processing chamber or take out clean clothes.

[0033] Understandably, the front door 210 is located on the front side of the garment handling equipment, and the opposite side is the rear side. Accordingly, the garment handling equipment has opposite left and right sides, as well as opposite upper and lower sides.

[0034] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the garment processing equipment also includes a dispensing box 100 through which users can dispense garment processing agents, such as laundry detergent, bleach, fabric softener, and fragrance. The front door 210 also has a mounting opening 210b, which is an opening 11d on the front door 210 specifically designed to accommodate and secure the dispensing box 100. The dispensing box 100 is partially or entirely housed within the housing 200 through the mounting opening 210b and is visible through this opening. This design allows the dispensing box 100 to be easily opened when needed and closed when not in use, preventing dust and dirt from entering.

[0035] In this embodiment, the dispensing box 100 is a flip-type dispensing box. The flip-type dispensing box 100 can fit the design of the front sealing door 210 of the garment processing equipment, making the overall appearance of the garment processing equipment more concise and compact. Understandably, the dispensing box 100 has a dispensing port 30a, which is the channel for direct interaction between the user and the internal chamber of the dispensing box 100. It is the position for pouring detergent, fabric softener, and other detergents. The dispensing port 30a can be opened and closed to be exposed in the mounting port 210b so that the dispensing box 100 has an open state and a closed state. When the user needs to add detergent, the dispensing box 100 is opened by operation (such as pressing). The dispensing port 30a will move from inside the box 200 to the position of the reserved mounting port 210b on the front sealing door and be exposed in the space corresponding to the mounting port 210b, so that the user can directly see the dispensing port 30a and directly touch it for pouring. In the closed state, the user can push the dispensing box 100 to hide the dispensing port 30a back inside the installation port 210b, keeping the clothing processing equipment clean and safe.

[0036] The aforementioned mounting port 210b and clothing loading / unloading port 210a are both located on the front door 210, which makes reasonable use of the vertical space at the front of the clothing handling equipment and avoids additional lateral space occupation, making the overall design of the washing machine more compact. In other embodiments, the mounting port 210b may also be located on the side panel of the cabinet 200, and this application does not limit this.

[0037] The installation port 210b can be located above the clothing loading / unloading port 210a, allowing the user to easily reach the dispensing box 100 to add clothing treatment agent to the dispensing port 30a while standing or bending over, without needing to squat down significantly, thus improving the convenience of adding the agent. Alternatively, the installation port 210b can be located below the clothing loading / unloading port 210a, allowing the user to directly reach down and open the dispensing box 100 below to add the clothing treatment agent after loading the clothing. This design reduces the need for the user to raise their arm, and this layout makes better use of the space beneath the clothing treatment device.

[0038] like Figure 1, Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in some embodiments, the dispensing box 100 includes a body 10, a hinge assembly 20, and a dispensing shell 30. The body 10 is the basic structural component of the dispensing box 100, used to connect with the front sealing door 210 to support the entire dispensing box 100. The body 10 can be fastened to the inner wall of the front sealing door 210 by means of screws. The body 10 is generally square in shape and has a certain space inside. It is made of high-strength plastic or metal to give it sufficient strength and durability.

[0039] The hinge assembly 20 is hinged to the body 10, and the dispensing shell 30 has a dispensing port 30a located on the side of the dispensing shell 30 facing the body 10. In the closed state, the end face of the dispensing shell 30 facing away from the body 10 is flush with the front sealing door 210. The dispensing shell 30 can be made of the same material as the front sealing door 210, such as sheet metal, to ensure a consistent appearance of the garment processing equipment in the closed state. The dispensing shell 30 rotates relative to the body 10 via the hinge assembly 20. The hinge assembly 20 enables the rotation of the dispensing shell 30 relative to the body 10, allowing the dispensing port 30a to be exposed outside or covered by the body 10. Users can manually control the opening and closing of the dispensing shell 30, easily opening or closing it for more convenient dispensing of garment processing agents.

[0040] Furthermore, the dispensing shell 30 is detachably connected to the hinge assembly 20. Users can easily remove the dispensing shell 30 from the hinge assembly 20 from the front sealing door 210 to thoroughly clean the part of the dispensing shell 30 with the dispensing port 30a, thus avoiding the accumulation of stains and bacteria and improving hygiene performance.

[0041] If the dispensing shell 30 is damaged, the user can quickly replace it with a new one without replacing the entire dispensing box 100, thus reducing maintenance costs.

[0042] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, specifically, the detachable connection methods of the dispensing shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20 include at least one of snap-fit, plug-in, adhesive, and magnetic connection. Snap-fit ​​can be achieved by designing mutually cooperating buckles and slots on the dispensing shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20. Snap-fit ​​is simple to operate, requires no tools, and the snap-fit ​​structure can firmly fix the dispensing shell 30 under normal use conditions, ensuring it will not loosen during the operation of the garment processing equipment. Plug-in can be achieved by designing mutually cooperating plug-in parts and plug-in seats on the dispensing shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20. This allows for quick alignment of the dispensing shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20, and the installation process is simple and intuitive. The plug-in structure can achieve universality for different models of dispensing shells 30 through standardized design, improving product compatibility. Adhesive can be used to fix the dispensing shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20 together using glue, double-sided tape, or other adhesive materials. When disassembly is required, the glue can be softened by heating or using a solvent to separate the dispensing shell 30 from the hinge assembly 20. Magnetic connection is achieved by installing magnets on the dispensing shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20. Users can overcome the magnetic force and disassemble the shell by applying sufficient force to pull it apart. In the magnetic connection design, the attraction between the magnets gradually increases as the shell 30 approaches the hinge assembly 20. When the shell 30 and hinge assembly 20 are fully aligned and magnetically attached, the user will feel a distinct "click" sound or sensation, providing clear feedback that the shell 30 has been correctly installed.

[0043] In this embodiment, the delivery shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20 are connected by magnetic attraction. The relevant setting method will be described in detail below.

[0044] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in one configuration, a first magnet 40 is provided on either the dispensing shell 30 or the hinge assembly 20, and at least a portion of the other part of the dispensing shell 30 or the hinge assembly 20 is a magnetic metal component. The first magnet 40 magnetically attracts the magnetic metal component. Understandably, the magnetic metal component can be part of the structure, eliminating the need for additional processing or assembly steps. If the dispensing shell 30 or the hinge assembly 20 itself requires the use of metal (for strength or other reasons), then this configuration can serve a dual purpose, satisfying structural requirements while achieving magnetic connection, potentially simplifying design and reducing costs. Furthermore, assuming the structure itself is composed of magnetic metal components, it can provide a larger contact area compared to small permanent magnets, resulting in a more stable connection and reducing separation caused by shaking during the operation of the garment handling equipment.

[0045] In another configuration, a first magnet 40 is provided on one of the dispensing shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20, and a second magnet is provided on the other of the dispensing shell 30 and the hinge assembly 20, so that the first magnet 40 and the second magnet magnetically engage. Understandably, the first magnet 40 and the second magnet have opposite polarities and attract each other, thereby achieving connection. The magnitude of the magnetic attraction can be controlled by selecting first magnets 40 and second magnets with different magnetic strengths, and different sizes and shapes of first magnets 40 and second magnets can be selected as needed. Flexible adjustment of the adapted first magnets 40 and second magnets can achieve the desired effect.

[0046] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, to enable switching between the closed and open states of the main body 10 and the dispensing shell 30, the dispensing box 100 also includes a push-button latch 50. The push-button latch 50 includes a male head 51 and a latch 52. The male head 51 is connected to the side of the dispensing shell 30 facing the main body 10. The male head 51 can be a fixed part with a specific shape (such as a protrusion or a tenon) for engaging with the latch 52. Its shape design must be able to precisely engage with the latch 52. The main body 10 is provided with a latch mounting groove 11c, and the latch 52 is disposed in the latch mounting groove 11c. When the latch 52 and the male head 51 are latched, the dispensing box 100 is in a closed state relative to the main body 10. When latched, the specific shaped part of the latch 52 (such as a hook) will engage or lock the corresponding part of the male head 51 (such as a protrusion or a groove), forming a mechanical lock. When the latch 52 and the male head 51 are in contact with the latch, the dispensing box 100 is in an open state relative to the main body 10. When unlocking, by pressing (possibly the locking hook 52 itself or a pressing component linked to it), the locking hook 52 overcomes the elastic force (usually provided by a spring) and rotates, disengaging from the male head 51, thus unlocking.

[0047] The push-button latch 50 used in this embodiment can be a conventional push-button latch 50 structure, and there is no limitation on the specific latch structure.

[0048] When the hook 52 and the male head 51 are locked, the dispensing box 100 is in a closed state relative to the body 10. When the hook 52 and the male head 51 are locked, the dispensing box 100 is in an open state relative to the body 10.

[0049] like Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, in some embodiments, the body 10 has a hinge hole 12a, and the hinge assembly 20 includes a hinge member 21 and a hinge shaft 22. The hinge member 21 has a shaft hole 211a and a magnet mounting groove 213a for mounting a first magnet 40. That is, the first magnet 40 is provided in the magnet mounting groove 213a. If the magnet ages and fails, it can be removed and replaced in the magnet mounting groove 213a without replacing the entire hinge member 21. The hinge member 21 is magnetically engaged with the dispensing cover through the first magnet 40. The hinge shaft 22 serves as a rotation shaft, connecting the hinge member 21 and the body 10. It passes through the hinge hole 12a and the shaft hole 211a, forming a rotation fulcrum, so that the hinge member 21 can rotate relative to the body 10, ensuring that the dispensing port 30a can reliably switch between the open and closed states.

[0050] Furthermore, the magnetic attraction function and the hinge function are integrated into the same component, namely the hinge 21, which reduces the number of components and the assembly complexity. The first magnet 40 is fixed on the hinge 21. Through the relative positional relationship between the hinge 21 and the delivery shell 30, the point of application of the magnetic attraction force is stable and the direction is consistent, making the magnetic attraction effect reliable and predictable.

[0051] The hinge 21 has a shaft hole 211a extending along the left-right direction of the garment processing device, with an axial cross-section that is oblong. Correspondingly, the hinge shaft 22 has the same shape, allowing the hinge shaft 22 to rotate, thus driving the hinge 21 to rotate as well. The shaft hole 211a provides a precise positioning and rotational track for both the hinge 21 and the hinge shaft 22. If the shaft hole 211a were a standard circular hole, the hinge shaft 22 could rotate freely within the hole, but the hinge 21 would not rotate due to the rotation of the hinge shaft 22. Therefore, by configuring the shape of the shaft hole 211a to restrict the relative position of the hinge shaft 22, the position of the hinge 21 during rotation is determined, preventing wobbling or misalignment.

[0052] In other embodiments, the axial cross section of the hinge member 21 shaft hole 211a can also be a square hole, a triangular hole, an irregular hole, etc., to ensure that the rotation of the hinge shaft 22 can directly drive the hinge member 21 to rotate together, rather than spinning idly.

[0053] In another configuration, the hinge 21 employs a different structural form, featuring connecting shafts and magnet mounting slots for accommodating the first magnet 40. The connecting shafts are located on both sides of the main body of the hinge 21. During assembly, the two connecting shafts pass through the hinge holes 12a of the main body 10, allowing the hinge 21 to rotate relative to the main body 10. In this configuration, the hinge 21 is constructed as a single, integral component, with the connecting shafts for passing through the hinge holes 12a of the main body 10 directly formed on it, thus eliminating the need for a separate, separate hinge shaft 22. This reduces potential gaps and errors during assembly, lowers assembly complexity, and shortens assembly time.

[0054] Please see Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 Furthermore, in some embodiments, the hinge 21 includes a hinge portion 211, a connecting portion 212, and a magnet mounting portion 213. The hinge portion 211 has a shaft hole 211a. The connecting portion 212 is connected to the hinge portion 211 and is flat. The magnet mounting portion 213 is at least partially protruding from the side of the connecting portion 212 facing the delivery shell 30. There may be two magnet mounting portions 213, which are arranged at intervals in the left and right directions and each has the aforementioned magnet mounting groove 213a. The magnet mounting groove 213a is a square groove, and the groove openings are respectively opened to the left and right sides. Correspondingly, there are also two first magnets 40, which are also square. The two first magnets 40 are inserted into the two magnet mounting grooves 213a from the left and right sides respectively. The magnet mounting grooves 213a have the same shape and approximately the same size as the first magnets, which prevents the first magnets 40 from moving in the magnet mounting grooves 213a and reduces the likelihood of the first magnets 40 detaching from the magnet mounting grooves 213a. The side of the launch shell 30 facing the main body 10 has a mounting portion 30b, which can be arranged in the form of a groove. The portion of the magnet mounting portion 213 with a magnet mounting groove 213a is embedded in the mounting portion 30b so that the first magnet 40 is embedded in the mounting portion 30b. The size and shape of the mounting portion 30b are adapted to the size and shape of the magnet mounting portion 213. The launch shell 30 defines abutment between the end face of the mounting portion 30b and the end face of the connecting portion 212. The inner wall of the mounting portion 30b in the circumferential direction (i.e., around the magnet mounting portion 213) The circumferential wall of the mounting part 30b also fits tightly against the outer contour of the magnet mounting part 213. When the magnet mounting part 213 is installed in place, the circumferential wall of the mounting part 30b can restrict the movement of the magnet mounting part 213. Since the first magnet 40 is fixed on the magnet mounting part 213, the circumferential limitation of the magnet mounting part 213 means that the position of the first magnet 40 is also fixed. This circumferential limitation ensures that the first magnet 40 can be stably and accurately aligned with the corresponding magnetic attraction element (magnetic metal part or second magnet) on the delivery shell 30, and maintain a reliable magnetic attraction state.

[0055] In this embodiment, a second magnet is provided on the bottom wall of the mounting part 30b. The second magnet is an iron sheet. When the permanent magnet (first magnet 40) attracts a soft magnetic material (iron sheet) with high magnetic permeability, a strong magnetism will be induced on the iron sheet. The attraction force generated is usually greater than when two permanent magnets attract each other directly or when a permanent magnet attracts a material with low magnetic permeability.

[0056] Please see Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 In some embodiments, the side of the delivery shell 30 facing the body 10 also has a snap-fit ​​groove 30c adjacent to or spaced apart from the mounting portion 30b. The snap-fit ​​groove 30c is a recessed structure. The hinge member 21 also includes a snap-fit ​​portion 214 connected to the end of the connecting portion 212 away from the hinge portion 211. The snap-fit ​​portion 214 and the magnet mounting portion 213 are both connected to the same side of the connecting portion 212. The snap-fit ​​portion 214 snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove 30c. Understandably, after the snap-fit ​​portion 214 snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove 30c, it can restrict the movement of the snap-fit ​​portion 214. This design allows the hinge 21 to be securely connected to the dispensing housing 30 without disassembling it during use. When the magnet mounting part 213 is removed from the mounting part 30b, the snap-fit ​​part 214 can be removed from the snap-fit ​​groove 30c. In other words, the snap-fit ​​part 214 and the snap-fit ​​groove 30c do not affect the disassembly of the magnetic engagement. The two can work together to enhance the connection stability between the hinge 21 and the dispensing housing 30 during use. During disassembly, both can be separated from the outside of the front sealing door 210 without the aid of other tools.

[0057] In this embodiment, the snap-fit ​​groove 30c is located above the mounting part 30b. Both are spaced apart vertically when the dispensing box 100 is closed. The sidewall of the snap-fit ​​groove 30c is provided with a snap-fit ​​strip extending towards the groove opening. The snap-fit ​​part 214 includes an extension part and a snap-fit ​​part. The extension part is connected to the end of the connecting part 212 and extends towards the bottom wall of the snap-fit ​​groove 30c. The snap-fit ​​part is connected to the end of the extension part away from the connecting part 212 and is angled with the extension part. The snap-fit ​​part and the snap-fit ​​strip are approximately parallel. The extension part and the snap-fit ​​strip can abut against each other vertically, while the snap-fit ​​part and the snap-fit ​​strip abut against each other in the front-back direction. During disassembly, the hinge 21 can be rotated first. That is, in the open state, one side of the dispensing shell 30 separates from the body 10. At this time, the dispensing shell 30 can be pulled upwards, so that the extension part and the snap-fit ​​part no longer abut against each other. After loosening, force is applied to release the magnetic engagement.

[0058] like Figure 5As shown, the main body 10 includes a box body 11 and a hinge seat 12. The box body 11 is the main body of the main body 10. The hinge seat 12 is connected to the outside of the box body 11 and is located at the lower part of the box body 11. It has the aforementioned hinge hole 12a. Specifically, there can be two hinge holes 12a arranged opposite to each other. The hinge hole 12a can be used to insert the hinge part 211. The hinge part 211 is rotatably arranged in the hinge hole 12a to realize the rotation function of the delivery shell 30.

[0059] The box body 11 has a receiving groove 11a, which is located on the side of the box body 11 facing the dispensing shell 30. The dispensing shell 30 includes a cover 31, which is movably disposed in the receiving groove 11a. The shape of the receiving groove 11a usually matches the shape of the cover 31 to ensure that the cover 31 can be stably placed therein. The groove wall of the receiving groove 11a can fit tightly with the cover 31, so that when the dispensing box 100 is closed, the cover 31 is embedded in the receiving groove 11a, reducing the entry of external dirt into the body 10 and ensuring the cleanliness of clothing processing.

[0060] The hinge portion 211 passes through the box body 11, and one end of the hinge portion 211 is hinged to the hinge seat 12 via the hinge shaft 22. That is, the hinge portion 211 is responsible for providing mobility, and the other end of the hinge portion 211 is connected to the connecting portion 212. The connecting portion 212 is partially disposed in the receiving groove 11a. The connecting portion 212 provides a connection position for magnetic attraction and snap-fit ​​functions, together forming a dual locking system of "magnetic attraction + snap-fit". The receiving groove 11a provides precise positioning for the cover 31, and indirectly also ensures the positioning of the snap-fit ​​portion 214 relative to the snap-fit ​​groove 30c, so that the snap-fit ​​operation (the extension part and the snap-fit ​​strip abutting vertically, and the snap-fit ​​portion and the snap-fit ​​strip abutting front and back) can occur accurately and reliably.

[0061] Please continue reading. Figure 5 Specifically, the bottom of the receiving groove 11a has a through opening 11d. The hinge part 211 includes a rotating part 2111 and a hook part 2112. The rotating part 2111 has a shaft hole 211a, and the hook part 2112 passes through the box body 11, specifically through the opening 11d. One end of the hook part 2112 is connected to the rotating part 2111, and the other end of the hook part 2112 is connected to the connecting part 212. No additional space is needed to accommodate the hook part 2112. This design significantly reduces the overall volume of the body 10, making the structure of the entire delivery shell 30 and the body 10 more compact.

[0062] It should be noted that the bottom of the receiving groove 11a is also provided with the above-mentioned lock hook mounting groove 11c. The lock hook mounting groove 11c and the opening 11d are spaced apart along the vertical direction of the body 10. That is to say, the user's unlocking press position is the upper area of ​​the delivery shell 30. After pressing, the delivery shell 30 rotates and opens with the hinge 21 and the connection between it and the lower part of the body 10 as the fulcrum.

[0063] like Figure 5 and Figure 9 As shown, in some embodiments, the box body 11 also has a receiving cavity 11b communicating with the receiving groove 11a. The dispensing shell 30 also includes a liquid guiding shell 32, connected to the side of the cover 31 facing the receiving cavity 11b. The liquid guiding shell 32 is fixedly connected to the cover 31. The flipping of the cover 31 can drive the flipping of the liquid guiding shell 32. The liquid guiding shell 32 has a liquid guiding groove 32a, which can be understood as: the liquid guiding groove 32a forms a dispensing port 30a. When the dispensing box 100 is in the open state, the cover 31 drives the dispensing shell 30 to flip. At this time, the liquid guiding groove 32a extends upward at an angle and can be used to hold the clothing treatment agent. The dispensing shell 30 is positioned relative to the body 10. In the closed state, the cover 31 drives the dispensing shell 30 to flip inward again, and the cover 31 is located in the receiving groove 11a. At this time, the liquid guiding groove 32a is inclined and extends downward. It should be noted that the clothing treatment device also includes a water box. The water box has a receiving interface and can be used to store the clothing treatment agent dispensed by the user. The water box can be located below the box body 11, and the receiving interface is connected to the liquid guiding groove 32a. That is to say, in the closed state, the liquid guiding groove 32a can guide the flow direction of the clothing treatment agent, so that it flows towards the position of the water box receiving interface and flows into the water box. The clothing treatment agent can mix with water in the water box to form a mixture and be transported to the clothing treatment chamber.

[0064] Multiple liquid guide tanks 32a can be provided, and multiple liquid guide tanks 32a can be arranged side by side. Different liquid guide tanks 32a can be used to put in different clothing treatment agents, ensuring that different types of treatment agents are isolated from each other on the conveying path to prevent mixing.

[0065] Specifically, the liquid guiding shell 32 includes a connected accommodating section and a liquid guiding section. The accommodating section is connected to the cover 31. The accommodating section and the liquid guiding section together define a liquid guiding groove 32a. The inner bottom wall of the portion of the accommodating section that forms the liquid guiding groove 32a is arc-shaped, while the inner bottom wall of the portion of the liquid guiding section that forms the liquid guiding groove 32a is flat. When the dispensing box 100 is in the open state, the laundry detergent can be collected in the accommodating section with the arc-shaped wall, effectively increasing the amount of laundry detergent that can be dispensed.

[0066] like Figure 10As shown, in some embodiments, the liquid guiding shell 32 includes a liquid guiding outer shell 321 and a liquid guiding inner shell 322. The liquid guiding inner shell 322 has a similar structure and size to the liquid guiding outer shell 321, allowing the liquid guiding inner shell 322 to be stacked on top of the liquid guiding outer shell 321. The liquid guiding inner shell 322 has the aforementioned liquid guiding groove 32a. The liquid guiding outer shell 321 is connected to the cover 31, and the liquid guiding outer shell 321 is fixedly connected to the cover 31. The flipping movement of the cover 31 can cause the liquid guiding outer shell 321 to flip together. The outer wall of the liquid guiding outer shell 321 has a snap-fit ​​321a, and the liquid guiding inner shell 322 is provided with a snap-fit ​​block 3221. The snap-fit ​​block 3221 is snapped into the snap-fit ​​321a, so that the liquid guiding inner shell 322 is stably connected to the liquid guiding outer shell 321, effectively reducing loosening caused by vibration or external force, and ensuring that the liquid guiding shell 32 remains stable during use. Furthermore, the snap-fit ​​design allows the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 to be quickly removed from the outer liquid-conducting shell 321, making it easy for users to clean or replace the inner liquid-conducting shell 322.

[0067] Since the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 and the outer liquid-conducting shell 321 are detachably connected, the outer liquid-conducting shell 321 can be made of the same material as the cover 31, such as aluminum alloy or stainless steel, while the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 can be made of plastic material, such as polypropylene (PP) or polyethylene (PE). By selecting high-strength outer shell material and corrosion-resistant inner shell material, the overall durability of the product is improved.

[0068] Please continue reading. Figure 10 Specifically, the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 is made of plastic. The snap-fit ​​block 3221 includes a first snap-fit ​​part, a connecting part, and a second snap-fit ​​part connected in sequence. The first snap-fit ​​part is connected to the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 and can be embedded in the slot 321a. The first snap-fit ​​part can restrict the movement of the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 relative to the outer liquid-conducting shell 321 in the front-back direction. The shape of the second snap-fit ​​part is slightly larger than that of the first snap-fit ​​part. If the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 is pulled out from the stacking direction of the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 and the outer liquid-conducting shell 321, the second snap-fit ​​part will abut against the outer wall that defines the slot 321a. Therefore, the second snap-fit ​​part can restrict the movement of the inner liquid-conducting shell 322 and the outer liquid-conducting shell 321 in the stacking direction. If it is necessary to disassemble the inner liquid-conducting shell 322, the snap-fit ​​block 3221 can be bent outward at a certain angle before removing the inner liquid-conducting shell 322.

[0069] like Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments, the main body 10 also includes a liquid guide tube 13, which is connected to the box body 11 and communicates with the accommodating cavity 11b. Specifically, it is connected to the lower side of the box body 11 and extends in the vertical direction. The liquid guide tube 13 is located on the extension path of the liquid guide groove 32a. The liquid guide tube 13 is equivalent to a transfer station for the laundry detergent that is put into the dispensing port 30a. The liquid guide groove 32a is used to guide the laundry detergent to flow towards the liquid guide tube 13. Due to the inertia of the liquid, it may "rush" past the target point or deviate to one side when it reaches the receiving interface of the water box, thus missing the receiving interface and failing to enter the water box. In other words, after the laundry detergent flows into the liquid guide tube 13, the liquid guide tube 13 continues to guide the laundry detergent into the water box. The receiving port of the water box for receiving the laundry detergent can be located at the top of the water box. The receiving port is set opposite to the liquid guide tube 13 in the vertical direction. The liquid guide tube 13 can receive the laundry detergent from the inclined path and turn it to achieve vertical injection into the water box, ensuring that the laundry detergent can flow into the water box stably and reliably.

[0070] Following the above, when multiple liquid guiding tanks 32a are provided, correspondingly, multiple liquid guiding pipes 13 are also arranged. The multiple liquid guiding pipes 13 are set one-to-one with the multiple liquid guiding tanks 32a, ensuring physical isolation of different treatment agents during the transportation process and preventing mixing.

[0071] like Figure 5 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, in some embodiments, the hinge assembly 20 further includes a torsion spring 23 sleeved on the hinge shaft 22. The aforementioned rotating sub-parts 2111 are provided in two ways. The locking hooks 52 of the two rotating sub-parts 2111 are both connected to the hook sub-parts 2112 and are arranged at intervals in the left and right directions. The hinge shaft 22 passes through the two rotating sub-parts 2111. The portion of the hinge shaft 22 located between the two rotating sub-parts 2111 is sleeved with the torsion spring 23. When it contacts the male head 51 for locking, the torsion spring 23 can drive the hinge shaft 22 to rotate the delivery shell 30 away from the body 10. When the delivery shell 30 and the body 10 are in the closed (locked) state, the torsion spring 23 is compressed or twisted to its energy storage state. It stores energy and generates a torque that attempts to push the dispensing shell 30 open (flipping it away from the body 10). This torque drives the hinge shaft 22, causing the dispensing shell 30 to automatically flip and open to a preset angle or fully open, so that the dispensing shell 30 is in the open state relative to the body 10 and facing the user.

[0072] like Figure 5 , Figure 10 and Figure 11As shown, in some embodiments, the hinge assembly 20 further includes a damping element 24, sleeved on the hinge shaft 22. The damping element 24 provides damping force for the rotation of the hinge shaft 22 relative to the body 10. That is, when the delivery shell 30 opens rapidly under the action of the torsion spring 23, the damping element 24 generates a reverse resistance, slowing down its opening speed and allowing it to open smoothly and slowly, rather than popping out with a "bang". It is precisely because of the presence of the damping element 24 that the energy released by the torsion spring 23 can be effectively buffered, controlling the opening speed and final stopping position of the delivery shell 30, thereby greatly reducing the risk of accidentally hitting the user's hand or other parts during the opening process.

[0073] like Figure 5 , Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, specifically, the damping member 24 includes a first damping part 241 and a second damping part 242. One end of the first damping part 241 is sleeved on the hinge shaft 22, and the other end has a first shaft body. The first damping part 241 is connected to one end of the hinge shaft 22. The second damping part 242 is sleeved on the first shaft body. The damping cover 243 is sleeved on the second damping part 242. The damping cover 243 has a first groove and a second groove. The first groove covers the second damping part 242. The body 10 also includes a connecting seat 14. The connecting seat 14 is connected to the box body 11 and is arranged adjacent to the hinge seat 12. The connecting seat 14 has a first connecting hole 14a, and the second groove has a second connecting hole 243a. The second groove is arranged opposite to the connecting seat 14. The damping cover 243 can be fixedly connected to the body 10 by setting fasteners. The fasteners pass through the first connecting hole 14a and the second connecting hole 243a.

[0074] The first groove has a damping groove on its inner wall, and the second damping part 242 has a damping protrusion on its outer peripheral wall. The damping cover 243 is a relatively stationary reference. When the hinge shaft 22 rotates, it drives the first damping part 241 to rotate, which in turn drives the second damping part 242 to rotate around the first shaft. The damping protrusion on the second damping part 242 rolls within the damping groove of the first groove of the damping cover 243. When they move relative to each other, they generate a continuous and controllable frictional force. This frictional force resists the rotation of the second damping part 242, thereby damping the rotation of the entire hinge shaft 22 and slowing down the opening and closing speed of the release shell 30.

[0075] In the description of this application, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the accompanying drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this application. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0076] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as implying or suggesting relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0077] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0078] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0079] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A dispensing box, characterized in that, The dispensing box, used in garment processing equipment, includes: ontology; Hinged assembly, hinged to the body; and The dispensing shell has a dispensing port and is rotatable relative to the body via the hinge assembly, such that the dispensing port is exposed outside the body or covered by the body, and the dispensing shell is detachably connected to the hinge assembly.

2. The dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detachable connection method between the delivery shell and the hinge assembly includes at least one of snap-fit, plug-in, adhesive, and magnetic connection.

3. The dispensing box according to claim 1, characterized in that, A first magnet is provided on one of the delivery shell and the hinge assembly, and at least a portion of the other of the delivery shell and the hinge assembly is a magnetic metal component, wherein the first magnet magnetically attracts the magnetic metal component; or A first magnet is provided on one of the delivery shell and the hinge assembly, and a second magnet is provided on the other of the delivery shell and the hinge assembly, so that the first magnet and the second magnet are magnetically attracted to each other.

4. The dispensing box according to claim 3, characterized in that, The body has a hinge hole, and the hinge assembly includes: The hinge has a connecting shaft and a magnet mounting slot for mounting the first magnet; The connecting shaft passes through the hinge hole so that the hinge can rotate relative to the body.

5. The dispensing box according to claim 3, characterized in that, The body has a hinge hole, and the hinge assembly includes: A hinge member having a shaft hole and a magnet mounting slot for mounting the first magnet; and A hinge shaft passes through the hinge hole and the shaft hole, so that the hinge member can rotate relative to the body.

6. The dispensing box according to claim 5, characterized in that, The delivery shell has a mounting portion on the side facing the main body, and the hinge includes: The hinge portion has the aforementioned shaft hole; Connecting part, connected to the hinge part; and The magnet mounting portion protrudes at least partially from the connecting portion, and the portion of the magnet mounting portion having the magnet mounting groove is embedded in the mounting portion.

7. The dispensing box according to claim 6, characterized in that, The side of the delivery shell facing the main body also has a snap-fit ​​groove adjacent to or spaced apart from the mounting part, and the hinge further includes: A snap-fit ​​part is connected to the end of the connecting part away from the hinge part. The snap-fit ​​part snaps into the snap-fit ​​groove. After the magnet mounting part is removed from the mounting part, the snap-fit ​​part can be removed from the snap-fit ​​groove.

8. The dispensing box according to claim 6, characterized in that, The body includes: The box body has a receiving slot; and A hinge base is connected to the outside of the box body, and the hinge base has the hinge hole; The deployment shell includes: The cover is movably disposed within the receiving groove; The hinge portion passes through the box body, with one end hinged to the hinge seat via the hinge shaft and the other end connected to the connecting portion, which is partially disposed within the receiving groove.

9. The dispensing box according to claim 8, characterized in that, The hinge portion includes: Rotating sub-part, having the aforementioned shaft hole; and The hook portion passes through the box body, with one end connected to the rotating portion and the other end connected to the connecting portion.

10. The dispensing box according to claim 8, characterized in that, The box body also has a receiving cavity communicating with the receiving slot, and the delivery shell further includes: A liquid guiding shell is connected to the side of the cover facing the receiving cavity. The liquid guiding shell has a liquid guiding groove. The cover is located in the receiving groove. When the dispensing shell is in a closed state relative to the main body, the liquid guiding groove extends downward at an angle.

11. The dispensing box according to claim 10, characterized in that, The liquid guiding shell includes: A liquid-conducting outer shell, connected to the cover, wherein the outer side wall of the liquid-conducting outer shell has a snap-fit; and A liquid-guiding inner shell is stacked on top of the liquid-guiding outer shell and has the liquid-guiding groove. The liquid-guiding inner shell is provided with a snap-fit ​​block, which is snapped into the slot.

12. The dispensing box according to claim 10, characterized in that, The body also includes: A liquid guide tube is connected to the box body and communicates with the receiving cavity. The liquid guide tube is located on the extension path of the liquid guide groove, and the liquid guide groove is used to guide the laundry treatment agent to flow toward the liquid guide tube.

13. The dispensing box according to claim 8, characterized in that, The bottom wall of the receiving slot is provided with a locking hook mounting slot, and the dispensing box also includes a push-button lock, which includes: The male connector is attached to the side of the delivery shell facing the main body. A locking hook is provided in the locking hook mounting groove; When the locking hook engages with the male connector, the dispensing box is in a closed state relative to the main body; when the locking hook engages with the male connector, the dispensing box is in an open state relative to the main body.

14. The dispensing box according to claim 13, characterized in that, The hinge assembly also includes: A torsion spring, sleeved on the hinge shaft, enables the locking hook and male head to lock together. When locked, the torsion spring drives the hinge shaft to rotate the delivery shell away from the main body, so that the delivery shell is in an open state relative to the main body.

15. The dispensing box according to any one of claims 5-14, characterized in that, The hinge assembly also includes: A damping element is sleeved on the hinge shaft, and the damping element is used to provide damping force for the rotation of the hinge shaft relative to the body.

16. The dispensing box according to claim 15, characterized in that, The damping element includes: The first damping part has one end sleeved on the hinge shaft and the other end has a first shaft body; A second damping part is sleeved on the first shaft; and A damping cover is fitted onto the second damping part and connected to the main body.

17. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: The cabinet includes a front door, which has a clothing loading / unloading opening and a mounting opening, the mounting opening being located above or below the clothing loading / unloading opening; as well as The dispensing box as described in any one of claims 1-16 is at least partially disposed within the housing, and the dispensing port is openably exposed through the mounting port.

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