A laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

This application provides a garment processing device. The garment processing device includes multiple cylindrical assemblies and a water collector. The multiple cylindrical assemblies have multiple drain outlets. The water collector includes a housing with an outlet and multiple inlets. The inlets communicate with corresponding drain outlets, and the outlet is used to discharge fluid from the housing. The housing has one or more flow channels, and each inlet communicates with a corresponding flow channel. The cross-sectional area of ​​the inlet is not greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​the fluid at any position along the flow path of the corresponding flow channel. The garment processing device provided by this application has a relatively simple drainage structure and can drain water smoothly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and more particularly to a clothing processing device. Background Technology

[0002] This section is intended to provide background or context for the implementation of this application. The description herein is not intended to imply that it is prior art simply because it is included in this section.

[0003] In related technologies, multi-drum washing machines have multiple clothes handling drums to achieve zoned washing of clothes. Currently available products suffer from complex drainage structures, redundant piping, and the potential for backflow when draining from multiple drums. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present application aims to provide a garment processing device with a relatively simple drainage structure that can drain water smoothly.

[0005] This application provides a garment processing device, including:

[0006] Multiple cylindrical assemblies, the multiple cylindrical assemblies having multiple drain outlets;

[0007] A water collector includes a housing with an outlet and multiple inlets, the inlets being connected to corresponding drain outlets, and the outlet being used to discharge fluid from the housing.

[0008] The box body has one or more flow channels, each inlet is connected to the corresponding flow channel, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the inlet is not greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​the fluid at any position on the flow path of the corresponding flow channel.

[0009] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional area of ​​the outlet is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​any one of the inlets.

[0010] In some embodiments, the one or more flow channels include a first flow channel, and at least two of the inlets are in communication with the first flow channel.

[0011] The cross-sectional area of ​​the first flow channel at any position on the common flow path of the at least two inlets is not less than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of the at least two inlets; and / or, the cross-sectional area of ​​the outlet is greater than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of the at least two inlets.

[0012] In some embodiments, the plurality of tubular assemblies includes at least two first tubular assemblies arranged along the left-right direction of the garment processing device; the one or more flow channels include a first flow channel, and the drain outlets of the at least two first tubular assemblies are all connected to the first flow channel.

[0013] In some embodiments, the plurality of cylindrical assemblies includes a second cylindrical assembly, and the at least two first cylindrical assemblies are located above the second cylindrical assembly; the one or more flow channels include a second flow channel, and the drain outlet of the second cylindrical assembly communicates with the second flow channel.

[0014] In some embodiments, a portion of the outlet is in communication with the first flow channel, and another portion of the outlet is in communication with the second flow channel.

[0015] In some embodiments, the water collector further includes a pipe joint and a partition wall. The pipe joint is disposed outside the housing and connected to the outlet. The partition wall is at least partially disposed inside the pipe joint and divides at least a portion of the pipe joint near the outlet into two parts, one part of which communicates with the first flow channel and the other part of which communicates with the second flow channel.

[0016] In some embodiments, the water collector includes a flow guiding structure that divides the space inside the housing into a first sub-cavity and a second sub-cavity. The first sub-cavity and the second sub-cavity are located on opposite sides of the flow guiding structure, and the ends of the first sub-cavity and the second sub-cavity along the fluid flow direction are connected to the outlet. The first sub-cavity is used to collect fluid discharged from the first cylindrical assembly.

[0017] In some embodiments, the water collector includes a partition structure disposed in the second sub-cavity and dividing at least a portion of the space of the second sub-cavity into a first channel and a second channel. The first channel is used to receive fluid discharged from the drain outlet of the second cylinder assembly, and the second channel is in communication with the outlet. The bottom of the partition structure is connected to the housing, and the top of the partition structure extends upward so that fluid in the first channel overflows from the top of the partition structure to the second channel.

[0018] In some embodiments, one end of the flow guiding structure is located on the top side of the spacer structure, and the two are spaced apart along the height direction of the garment processing device. The other end of the flow guiding structure extends downward to the side of the spacer structure facing the second channel, and the two are spaced apart along the left-right direction of the garment processing device.

[0019] In some embodiments, the garment processing device includes a housing, a water outlet pipe and a pipe connector, the plurality of tubular assemblies and the water collector are located inside the housing, the housing includes a back panel, the pipe connector passes through the back panel, one end of the pipe connector is connected to the outlet in a front-to-back direction, and the water outlet pipe is located outside the housing and connected to the pipe connector.

[0020] The garment processing device provided in this application embodiment ensures that the maximum flow cross-section of the fluid at the inlet does not shrink as it flows along the corresponding flow channel, and the fluid is not squeezed by the cavity wall of the flow channel. In other words, the fluid at the inlet does not flow through the narrowing section as it flows along the corresponding flow channel. Therefore, the fluid throughput capacity of the flow channel is stronger than that of the inlet, which improves the drainage capacity of the flow channel, speeds up the discharge of fluid from the outlet, avoids water accumulation and fluid blockage, and reduces the possibility of backflow. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to one embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure from another perspective;

[0023] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the middle structure along the AA direction;

[0024] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the central structure, including the water collector;

[0025] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure from another perspective;

[0026] Figure 6 for Figure 3 A structural diagram of the middle structure from another perspective;

[0027] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the middle structure along the BB direction;

[0028] Figure 8 for Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the middle structure along the CC direction;

[0029] Figure 9 for Figure 4 Internal structural diagram of the structure;

[0030] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the structure in the DD direction;

[0031] Figure 11 for Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the structure in the EE direction;

[0032] Figure 12 for Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the structure in the FF direction.

[0033] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0034] 11. First cylindrical assembly; 12. Second cylindrical assembly; 21. First pipe section; 22. Second pipe section; 30. Water collector; 31. Box body; 31a1. First inlet; 31a2. Second inlet; 31a3. Third inlet; 31b. Outlet; 311. First sidewall; 312. Second sidewall; 313. Third sidewall; 32. Flow-blocking structure; 33. Flow-guiding structure; 33a. First sub-cavity; 33b. Second sub-cavity; 34. Spacing structure; 34a. First channel; 34b. Second channel; 34c. Connecting channel; 40. Pipe joint; 41. Partition wall; 50. Water outlet pipe; 60. Drain pump. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The following examples are used to illustrate this application, but should not be used to limit the scope of this application.

[0036] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0037] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0038] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature and the second feature are in direct contact, or that the first feature and the second feature are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0039] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example that is included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0040] This application provides a garment processing device; please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1 to 4 as well as Figure 8 , Figure 4 The dashed arrows indicate the direction of fluid flow. This garment processing device includes multiple drum assemblies and a water collector 30. The number of drum assemblies can be two, three, or more. Multiple drum assemblies can process different types of garments, such as baby clothes and adult clothes; or, multiple drum assemblies can be designed to perform different functions, such as one for washing and spin-drying, and another for drying and conditioning.

[0041] The form of clothing processing equipment is not limited; it can be a washing machine, washer-dryer combo, washer-dryer set, etc.

[0042] Multiple drum assemblies have multiple drain outlets, and each drum assembly discharges internal fluid through its respective drain outlet. Exemplarily, the drum assembly has a garment handling chamber for containing garments to be treated and subjected to operations such as detergent or spin-drying, with fluids such as wash water or condensate draining through the drain outlet.

[0043] Please see Figure 4 The water collector 30 includes a housing 31, which has an outlet 31b and multiple inlets. It is understood that the outlet 31b, the first inlet 31a1, and the second inlet 31a2 penetrate the inner and outer surfaces of the housing 31. The number of inlets can be two, three, or more. Each inlet communicates with a corresponding drain outlet. Fluid from the cylindrical assembly enters the housing 31 through the inlets, and the outlet 31b is used to discharge the fluid from the housing 31.

[0044] In other words, multiple cylindrical assemblies drain water through the outlet 31b of the water collector 30. The water collector 30 collects the fluid from the cylindrical assemblies and discharges it through the outlet 31b, thus eliminating the need for a separate drainage pipe for each cylindrical assembly and reducing the pipe length and complexity of the cylindrical assemblies. For example, the outlet 31b is positioned lower than part of the inlet so that the fluid from that part of the inlet is discharged from the water collector 30 through the outlet 31b by gravity.

[0045] Compared to traditional single-tube garment processing equipment, when a garment processing equipment is equipped with multiple first-tube components 11, the internal space of the equipment is relatively cramped while maintaining the same overall external dimensions. This necessitates efficient space utilization to ensure the equipment size is not excessively large, thus facilitating installation in users' home environments and promoting marketability. For example, the garment processing equipment includes a housing, with multiple tube components and a water collector 30 all located inside the housing. Compared to setting up independent drainage pipes for each tube component, the water collector 30 solution not only saves on pipe length but also saves on the space occupied by the pipes within the housing.

[0046] Please continue reading. Figure 8 and Figure 9 , Figure 9 The dotted lines with arrows indicate the direction of fluid movement. The housing 31 has one or more flow channels, with each inlet connected to a corresponding channel. The flow channel, or fluid flow path, is formed by dividing the space within the housing 31. The flow channel allows fluid to flow towards the outlet 31b. Fluid entering through each inlet flows within the housing 31 along the flow channel connected to that inlet. It should be noted that a single flow channel can be the flow path for fluids from multiple inlets.

[0047] In this embodiment, the cross-sectional area of ​​the inlet is no greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​the fluid at any point along the flow path of the corresponding flow channel. The aforementioned cross-sectional area of ​​the inlet refers to the area of ​​the maximum flow cross-section perpendicular to the flow direction when the fluid enters the inlet. For example, in an embodiment where the inlet is circular, the cross-sectional area of ​​the inlet is equal to the cross-sectional area of ​​the circle. The cross-sectional area of ​​the inlet reflects the fluid's capacity at the inlet; the larger the cross-sectional area of ​​the inlet, the stronger the fluid's capacity.

[0048] The cross-sectional area of ​​a fluid at any point along its flow path in a corresponding flow channel refers to the cross-sectional area perpendicular to the direction of fluid flow at any point within that portion of the flow channel. This cross-sectional area is equal to the area of ​​the maximum flow cross-section at that location. This cross-sectional area reflects the fluid's capacity to pass through at any point in the flow channel.

[0049] It can be understood that the inlet cross-sectional area is S1, and the minimum cross-sectional area of ​​the fluid at all locations along the flow path of the corresponding flow channel is S. minThen S1≤S min Thus, when the inlet fluid flows along the corresponding flow channel, its maximum flow cross-section will not shrink, and the fluid will not be squeezed by the cavity wall of the flow channel. In other words, when the inlet fluid flows along the corresponding flow channel, it will not flow through the narrowing section. Therefore, the flow channel's fluid throughput capacity is stronger than that of the inlet, which can improve the flow channel's drainage capacity, accelerate the fluid discharge speed from outlet 31b, avoid water accumulation and fluid blockage, and reduce the possibility of backflow.

[0050] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b is larger than the cross-sectional area of ​​any inlet. The cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b refers to the area of ​​the maximum flow cross-section of outlet 31b. For example, in embodiments where outlet 31b is a rounded rectangle, the cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b is equal to the area of ​​the rounded rectangle. In embodiments where outlet 31b is not a planar geometry (i.e., the inner surface of the housing 31 where the inlet is located is non-planar), the cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b refers to the area of ​​the maximum flow cross-section perpendicular to the flow direction when fluid flows out of outlet 31b. The cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b reflects the fluid carrying capacity at outlet 31b; the larger the cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b, the stronger the fluid carrying capacity.

[0051] It is understandable that if the cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b is S2, then S2 > S1. In this way, outlet 31b drains water faster, reducing the accumulation of fluid inside the box 31 and minimizing the possibility of fluid backflow into other inlets connected to the inside of the box 31, thus reducing the possibility of backflow.

[0052] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 4 One or more flow channels include a first flow channel, and at least two inlets are connected to the first flow channel. That is, the fluid entering from these at least two inlets flows along the first flow channel. The fluid entering the first flow channel from these at least two inlets may be at different locations, but they share some common flow paths. It can be understood that the cross-sectional area of ​​the first flow channel at any position along the fluid flow direction is not less than the cross-sectional area of ​​either of the at least two inlets.

[0053] Please see Figure 4 and Figure 8 The cross-sectional area of ​​the first flow channel at any point along the common flow path of at least two inlets is not less than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of the at least two inlets. That is, the minimum cross-sectional area among all points along the common flow path of the fluid inlet, where the sum of the cross-sectional areas of the at least two inlets is S, is S_min. min1 Then S min1 ≥S. It should be noted that when the number of at least two inlets mentioned above is N (N≥2), the common flow path of fluids refers to the common flow path of N fluid streams.

[0054] In this embodiment, even if at least two inlets simultaneously supply fluid into the first flow channel, the multiple fluid streams will not be squeezed by the cavity wall of the first flow channel in the common flow path, that is, they will not flow through the narrowing section. Thus, even if multiple cylinder assemblies drain water at the same time, the fluid can flow smoothly along the first flow channel, and the fluid in the first flow channel is unlikely to accumulate, allowing the fluid to flow to the outlet 31b.

[0055] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b is greater than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of at least two inlets, i.e., S2 > S. This allows for faster drainage from outlet 31b, reducing fluid accumulation inside the housing 31 and minimizing the risk of backflow into other inlets connected to the interior of the housing 31. This also reduces the possibility of backflow. Even if multiple housing components drain simultaneously, the fluid can flow smoothly along the first flow channel to outlet 31b and be smoothly discharged outside the housing 31.

[0056] For example, the first flow channel is connected to at least two inlets, including a first inlet 31a1 and a second inlet 31a2. The first inlet is connected to one end of the first flow channel, and the second inlet 31a2 is connected to another location of the first flow channel along the fluid flow direction. Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown in the diagram, the fluid at the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid at the second inlet 31a2 converge in the first flow channel. That is, the flow path of the fluid at the first inlet 31a1 and the flow path of the fluid at the second inlet 31a2 intersect at a point. After the fluids at the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2 converge, they flow along the common flow path of the two in the first flow channel. The water collector 30 includes a flow-blocking structure 32 disposed within the housing 31. The flow-blocking structure 32 is located at the confluence of the fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid from the second inlet 31a2, and causes the fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid from the second inlet 31a2 to flow along different side surfaces of the flow-blocking structure 32 at the confluence. In other words, the fluids from the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2 both impact the flow-blocking structure 32. The flow-blocking structure 32 plays the roles of guiding and blocking. The guiding effect means that the surface of the flow-blocking structure 32 has a guiding effect on the flow of the fluid, which can affect the flow direction of the fluid. The blocking effect means that the fluid entering from the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid entering from the second inlet 31a2 are guided in different directions by the flow-blocking structure 32 because they flow along different side surfaces of the flow-blocking structure 32, thereby preventing the fluid entering from the first inlet 31a1 from directly impacting the fluid entering from the second inlet 31a2, or preventing the fluid entering from the second inlet 31a2 from directly impacting the fluid entering from the first inlet 31a1.

[0057] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1 to 3The multiple cylindrical assemblies include at least two first cylindrical assemblies 11. The number of first cylindrical assemblies 11 can be two or more. The at least two first cylindrical assemblies 11 are arranged along the left-right direction of the garment handling device. For example, in a partial embodiment where there are two first cylindrical assemblies 11, one is located at the upper left corner of the housing, and the other is located at the upper right corner. The first cylindrical assemblies 11 can be designed to concentrate specific categories of garments. For example, two first cylindrical assemblies 11 are specifically designed to handle underwear, which typically has a small fabric area. One first cylindrical assembly 11 can be used to handle underwear or briefs, and the other first cylindrical assembly 11 can be used to handle socks, etc. Exemplarily, in some embodiments, each first cylindrical assembly 11 has the same volume, and it is understood that the drainage capacity of the first cylindrical assemblies 11 is comparable.

[0058] One or more flow channels include a first flow channel, which can be the first flow channel in the foregoing embodiments, that is, a first flow channel connected to at least two inlets. The drain outlets of at least two first cylindrical assemblies 11 are connected to the first flow channel, and the fluid discharged from the first cylindrical assembly 11 enters the first flow channel. Multiple first cylindrical assemblies 11 share the first flow channel, simplifying the flow channel complexity within the housing 31.

[0059] In some embodiments where the drainage volume of the first cylinder assembly 11 is relatively equal, multiple first cylinder assemblies 11 drain water simultaneously. Since the fluid flow rate at each inlet is relatively equal, backflow is less likely to occur in the first flow channel.

[0060] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 4 to 6 The box body 31 includes two first sidewalls 311 disposed opposite each other in the front-rear direction of the garment handling device, and two second sidewalls 312 disposed opposite each other in the left-right direction. For example, please refer to... Figure 6 The box body 31 also includes a third side wall 313 disposed opposite to each other along the vertical direction (or height direction) of the garment processing equipment. The first side wall 311, the second side wall 312 and the third side wall 313 enclose the box body 31.

[0061] Please see Figure 8 The first inlet 31a1 is located on the first side wall 311, and the second inlet 31a2 is located on the second side wall 312. That is, the first inlet 31a1 is oriented along the front-back direction of the garment processing equipment, and the second inlet 31a2 is oriented along the left-right direction of the garment processing equipment. In this way, it is convenient for the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2 to be connected to the drain outlet of the first cylinder assembly 11 respectively. The water collector 30 can be connected to the first cylinder assembly 11 from different directions, and the pipes of the two first cylinder assemblies 11 are less likely to cross, thereby simplifying the garment drainage structure and saving installation space inside the box.

[0062] For example, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The garment processing equipment includes a first pipe section 21 and a second pipe section 22. The first pipe section 21 is located below the first cylindrical assembly 11, and one end of the first pipe section 21 is connected to the first inlet 31a1 in the front-back direction, while the other end is connected to the first cylindrical assembly 11. The first pipe section 21 guides the fluid discharged from the drain port of the first cylindrical assembly 11 to the first inlet 31a1. This pipe arrangement utilizes the lateral space around the first cylindrical assembly 11, making the garment processing equipment compact.

[0063] Please continue reading. Figure 1 and Figure 3 The second pipe section 22 is located behind the first cylindrical assembly 11, with one end of the second pipe section 22 connected to the second inlet 31a2 in the left-right direction, and the other end connected to another first cylindrical assembly 11. The second pipe section 22 guides the fluid discharged from one first cylindrical assembly 11 to the second inlet 31a2. This pipe layout shortens the pipe length from the first cylindrical assembly 11 to the water collector 30, saving materials and installation space.

[0064] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 The plurality of cylindrical assemblies include a second cylindrical assembly 12, and at least two first cylindrical assemblies 11 are located above the second cylindrical assembly 12. The first cylindrical assembly 11 may be located directly above or diagonally above the second cylindrical assembly 12. For example, in some embodiments where there are two first cylindrical assemblies 11, one first cylindrical assembly 11 is located to the upper left of the second cylindrical assembly 12, and the other first cylindrical assembly 11 is located to the upper right of the second cylindrical assembly 12.

[0065] One or more flow channels include a second flow channel, and the drain outlet of the second cylinder assembly 12 is connected to the second flow channel. In this way, the fluid discharged from the second cylinder assembly 12 flows through the second flow channel and is less likely to interfere with the fluid in the first flow channel, and the drainage of the first cylinder assembly 11 and the second cylinder assembly 12 is relatively independent.

[0066] For example, the plurality of inlets includes a third inlet 31a3, which is connected to the drain outlet of the second cylindrical assembly 12. The second flow channel is connected to the third inlet 31a3. Fluid discharged from the second cylindrical assembly 12 enters the second flow channel through the third inlet 31a3 and is discharged outside the housing 31 through the outlet 31b. It can be understood that the cross-sectional area of ​​the second flow channel at any position along the fluid flow direction is not less than the cross-sectional area of ​​the third inlet 31a3.

[0067] For example, in some embodiments, the cross-sectional area of ​​the third inlet 31a3 is not greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​the outlet 31b.

[0068] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8The third inlet 31a3 is located on the lower third sidewall 313, allowing fluid to be injected upwards into the housing 31 through the inlet 31a3 and discharged through the outlet 31b. It can be understood that the third inlet 31a3 is located near the lowest point of the space within the housing 31. When fluid enters the third inlet 31a3, it submerges the inlet 31a3, and the liquid level gradually rises. This process reduces vibration of the air cavity when fluid enters the third inlet 31a3, effectively reducing drainage noise. Furthermore, the location of the third inlet 31a3 on the lower third sidewall 313 facilitates pipe routing along the height direction, connecting the second cylinder assembly 12 to the third inlet 31a3.

[0069] For example, the volume of the second tubular assembly 12 is greater than the volume of the first tubular assembly 11. That is, the second tubular assembly 12 can hold more clothes, meaning the overall weight of the second tubular assembly 12 can be greater than that of the first tubular assembly 11. Correspondingly, the single drainage capacity of the second tubular assembly 12 will also be greater than that of the first tubular assembly 11.

[0070] Thus, the second cylindrical assembly 12 can handle larger or bulkier garments, such as outerwear, while the first cylindrical assembly 11 can handle smaller or smaller garments, such as socks, underwear, or baby clothes. Separating the fluid discharged from the second cylindrical assembly 12 into the housing 31 from the fluid discharged from the first cylindrical assembly 11 into the housing 31 reduces interference between the two assemblies during drainage. For example, the second cylindrical assembly 12 may have a larger flow rate, but it is less likely to flow into the first channel and thus less likely to backflow into the first cylindrical assembly 11.

[0071] In some embodiments, the first and second flow channels may be independent of each other. That is, within the internal space of the housing 31, the space occupied by the first flow channel and the space occupied by the second flow channel are independent and do not affect each other. Thus, the drainage of the first cylindrical assembly 11 and the second cylindrical assembly 12 is separate and does not interfere with each other. In other embodiments, the first and second flow channels may be connected through holes or the like, meaning that a small amount of liquid and / or gas in the first flow channel can flow into the second flow channel, and / or a small amount of gas and / or liquid in the second flow channel can flow into the first flow channel. It should be noted that the cross-sectional area at the point where the first and second flow channels connect is much smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​any single inlet, for example, not exceeding 1 / 5 of the inlet's cross-sectional area.

[0072] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8 and Figure 9A portion of outlet 31b is connected to the first flow channel, and another portion of outlet 31b is connected to the second flow channel. That is, a portion of outlet 31b is formed in part of the cavity wall of the first flow channel, and the other portion of outlet 31b is formed in part of the cavity wall of the second flow channel. Thus, after fluid flows out of the first or second flow channel, it is immediately discharged through outlet 31b. Fluid in the first flow channel is unlikely to flow back to the second flow channel via outlet 31b, and fluid in the second flow channel is also unlikely to flow back to the first flow channel via outlet 31b.

[0073] It should be noted that in some embodiments where the cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b is greater than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of at least two inlets connected to the first flow channel, the cross-sectional area of ​​outlet 31b refers to the cross-sectional area of ​​this portion of outlet 31b formed on a portion of the cavity wall of the first flow channel. It can be understood that if the cross-sectional area of ​​the portion of outlet 31b connected to the first flow channel is greater than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of these inlets connected to the first channel 34a, then the cross-sectional area of ​​the entire outlet 31b is also greater than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of these inlets.

[0074] In some embodiments, the water collector 30 further includes a pipe connector 40 and a partition wall 41. The pipe connector 40 is disposed outside the housing 31 and connected to the outlet 31b. The partition wall 41 is at least partially disposed inside the pipe connector 40 and divides at least a portion of the length of the pipe connector 40 near the outlet 31b into two parts, one part communicating with the first flow channel and the other part communicating with the second flow channel. It should be noted that these two parts may not be interconnected or may be partially connected.

[0075] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The water collector 30 is positioned lower than the first cylindrical assembly 11 so that the water discharged from the first cylindrical assembly 11 can flow to the water collector 30 under the action of gravity. This utilizes the advantage of the first cylindrical assembly 11 being higher than the second cylindrical assembly 12 to achieve a "bottom drainage" drainage method, which facilitates drainage.

[0076] For example, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The garment processing equipment includes a drain pump 60, which is located downstream of the drain outlet of the first cylindrical assembly 11. The drain pump 60 is used to pump the liquid discharged from the drain outlet of the second cylindrical assembly 12. Under the action of the drain pump 60, the liquid discharged from the second cylindrical assembly 12 can overcome gravity and move upwards. In other words, the second cylindrical assembly 12 can adopt a "top-drainage" method, which is more efficient. Furthermore, due to the drain pump 60, backflow is virtually eliminated during drainage from the second cylindrical assembly 12.

[0077] In some embodiments, the garment handling device includes a drain pipe 50 and a connector 40. Multiple cylindrical assemblies and a water collector 30 are located within a housing. The housing includes a back panel, through which the connector 40 passes. One end of the connector 40 is connected to an outlet 31b in a front-to-back direction. The drain pipe 50 is located outside the housing and connected to the connector 40. It is understood that the connector 40 draws fluid from the water collector 30 through the outlet 31b and discharges it through the drain pipe 50.

[0078] In this embodiment, the pipe connector 40 passes directly through the back panel, and the water outlet pipe 50 is located outside the housing, so that the water collector 30 can be set close to the inner surface of the back panel, reducing the space occupied on the rear side of the cylinder assembly, thereby making the structure of the clothing processing equipment compact.

[0079] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 10 to 12 The water collector 30 includes a flow guiding structure 33, which divides the space inside the box 31 into a first sub-cavity 33a and a second sub-cavity 33b that are not connected to each other. The first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b are located on opposite sides of the flow guiding structure 33, and the ends of the first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b along the fluid flow direction are connected to the outlet 31b.

[0080] It is understood that flow channels are formed in both the first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b. For example, a first flow channel is formed in the first sub-cavity 33a, and a second flow channel is formed in the second sub-cavity 33b. The fluid flows along the flow channels to the end of the first sub-cavity 33a and is discharged from the box 31 through the outlet 31b at the end. Alternatively, the fluid flows along the flow channels to the end of the second sub-cavity 33b and is discharged from the box 31 through the outlet 31b at the end. The first sub-cavity 33a is used to receive the fluid discharged from the first cylindrical assembly 11. The fluid discharged from the first cylindrical assembly 11 enters the first sub-cavity 33a.

[0081] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 10 to 12 The water collector 30 includes a partition structure 34 disposed in the second sub-cavity 33b, dividing at least a portion of the space of the second sub-cavity 33b into a first channel 34a and a second channel 34b. The first channel 34a receives fluid discharged from the drain outlet of the second cylinder assembly 12, and the second channel 34b communicates with the outlet 31b. The bottom of the partition structure 34 is connected to the housing 31, and the top of the partition structure 34 extends upward so that the fluid in the first channel 34a overflows from the top of the partition structure 34 to the second channel 34b. In the second sub-cavity 33b, the fluid discharged from the second cylinder assembly 12 enters the housing 31 through the inlet connected to the first channel 34a, and flows sequentially through the first channel 34a and the second channel 34b. The top of the partition structure 34 extends upward so that the fluid in the first channel 34a can only cross the partition structure 34 and enter the second channel 34b after the first channel 34a is full.

[0082] In this embodiment, on the one hand, the partition structure 34 defines the first channel 34a and the second channel 34b, so that the fluid discharged from the second cylinder assembly 12 is guided to the outlet 31b and guided slowly. This can reduce the turbulence or vortex phenomenon caused by the large change in the flow cross section of the fluid in the second sub-cavity 33b, and facilitate the smooth discharge of the fluid through the outlet 31b. On the other hand, the bottom of the partition structure 34 is connected to the box body 31 and the top extends upward, so that even if the fluid in the first sub-cavity 33a enters the second sub-cavity 33b, it will not flow back into the first channel 34a, thereby preventing the fluid in the second sub-cavity 33b from flowing back into the second cylinder assembly 12.

[0083] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 7 One end of the flow guiding structure 33 is located on the top side of the partition structure 34, and the two are arranged at intervals along the height direction of the garment processing equipment. For example, the partition structure 34 further divides the space of the second sub-cavity 33b into a connecting channel 34c, which connects the first channel 34a and the second channel 34b. Exemplarily, the partition structure 34 is plate-shaped, and the top edge of the partition structure 34 is spaced apart from the flow guiding structure 33. The liquid level in the first channel 34a exceeds the top edge of the partition structure 34 and enters the second channel 34b. The top edge of the partition structure 34 is also the overflow level. The gap between the partition structure 34 and the box body 31 forms the connecting channel 34c.

[0084] The other end of the flow guiding structure 33 extends downward to the side of the partition structure 34 facing the second channel 34b, and the two are spaced apart along the left-right direction of the garment processing device. That is, the other end of the flow guiding structure 33 is located on the lateral side of the partition structure 34, and the second channel 34b is defined between the surface of the lateral side of the partition structure 34 and the surface of the flow guiding structure 33 near the partition structure 34. The flow guiding structure 33 not only divides the space inside the box 31 into the first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b, but also guides the flow of fluid. In this embodiment, the fluid in the first sub-cavity 33a can flow along the flow guiding structure 33. For example, the first sub-cavity 33a connects the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2, wherein the first inlet 31a1 is near the end of the flow guiding structure 33, and the fluid entering the box 31 through the first inlet 31a1 can flow along the flow guiding structure 33 to the other end, and the other end is provided with an outlet 31b to discharge the fluid out of the box 31.

[0085] Please see Figure 8 , Figure 9 The following describes the fluid flow direction within the water collector 30 in a specific embodiment of this application.

[0086] The fluid discharged from the drain port of the first cylindrical assembly 11 enters the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2 respectively. The fluid in the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid in the second inlet 31a2 flow along the first flow channel, and then exits the box 31 through the part corresponding to the outlet 31b on the cavity wall of the first flow channel, enters the pipe joint 40, and is discharged to the external environment through the water outlet pipe 50.

[0087] The fluid discharged from the drain outlet of the second cylindrical assembly 12 enters the third inlet 31a3 and flows along the second flow channel. The liquid in the third inlet 31a3 enters the first channel 34a upward. The liquid level in the first channel 34a gradually rises until it overflows to the height of the top of the partition structure 34. The fluid enters the second channel 34b and then exits the box 31 through the part of the cavity wall of the second flow channel corresponding to the outlet 31b, enters the pipe joint 40, and is discharged to the external environment through the water outlet pipe 50.

[0088] The first cylindrical assembly 11 and the second cylindrical assembly 12 can drain water simultaneously or sequentially.

[0089] The various embodiments / implementations provided in this application can be combined with each other without creating contradictions.

[0090] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: Multiple cylindrical assemblies, the multiple cylindrical assemblies having multiple drain outlets; A water collector includes a housing with an outlet and multiple inlets, the inlets being connected to corresponding drain outlets, and the outlet being used to discharge fluid from the housing. The box body has one or more flow channels, each inlet is connected to the corresponding flow channel, and the cross-sectional area of ​​the inlet is not greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​the fluid at any position on the flow path of the corresponding flow channel.

2. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cross-sectional area of ​​the exit is greater than the cross-sectional area of ​​any one of the inlets.

3. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The one or more flow channels include a first flow channel, and at least two of the inlets are in communication with the first flow channel; The cross-sectional area of ​​the first flow channel at any position on the common flow path of the at least two inlets is not less than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of the at least two inlets; And / or, the cross-sectional area of ​​the outlet is greater than the sum of the cross-sectional areas of the at least two inlets.

4. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plurality of tubular assemblies include at least two first tubular assemblies, which are arranged along the left-right direction of the garment processing device; the one or more flow channels include a first flow channel, and the drain outlets of the at least two first tubular assemblies are all connected to the first flow channel.

5. The garment processing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The plurality of cylindrical assemblies includes a second cylindrical assembly, and the at least two first cylindrical assemblies are located above the second cylindrical assembly; the one or more flow channels include a second flow channel, and the drain outlet of the second cylindrical assembly is connected to the second flow channel.

6. The garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, One part of the outlet is connected to the first flow channel, and the other part of the outlet is connected to the second flow channel.

7. The garment processing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The water collector also includes a pipe joint and a partition wall. The pipe joint is located outside the box and connected to the outlet. The partition wall is at least partially located inside the pipe joint and divides at least a portion of the pipe joint near the outlet into two parts, one part of which communicates with the first flow channel and the other part of which communicates with the second flow channel.

8. The garment processing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The water collector includes a flow guiding structure that divides the space inside the box into a first sub-cavity and a second sub-cavity. The first sub-cavity and the second sub-cavity are located on opposite sides of the flow guiding structure, and the ends of the first sub-cavity and the second sub-cavity along the fluid flow direction are connected to the outlet. The first sub-cavity is used to collect the fluid discharged from the first cylinder assembly.

9. The garment processing equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, The water collector includes a partition structure disposed in the second sub-cavity and dividing at least a portion of the space of the second sub-cavity into a first channel and a second channel. The first channel is used to receive fluid discharged from the drain outlet of the second cylinder assembly, and the second channel is in communication with the outlet. The bottom of the partition structure is connected to the housing, and the top of the partition structure extends upward so that the fluid in the first channel overflows from the top of the partition structure to the second channel.

10. The garment processing equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, One end of the flow guiding structure is located on the top side of the interval structure, and the two are arranged at intervals along the height direction of the garment processing equipment. The other end of the flow guiding structure extends downward to the side of the interval structure facing the second channel, and the two are arranged at intervals along the left and right direction of the garment processing equipment.

11. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1-10, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment includes a housing, a water outlet pipe, and a pipe connector. The plurality of cylindrical assemblies and the water collector are located inside the housing. The housing includes a back panel. The pipe connector passes through the back panel. One end of the pipe connector is connected to the outlet in the front-to-back direction. The water outlet pipe is located outside the housing and is connected to the pipe connector.

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