A laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

This application provides a garment processing device. The garment processing device includes at least two first cylindrical assemblies and a water collector. Each first cylindrical assembly has a drain outlet. The water collector includes a housing and a flow-blocking structure disposed within the housing. The housing has an outlet, a first inlet, and a second inlet. The first inlet communicates with the drain outlet of one of the first cylindrical assemblies, and the second inlet communicates with the drain outlet of the other first cylindrical assembly. The outlet is used to discharge liquid from the housing. The flow-blocking structure is located at the confluence of the fluid at the first inlet and the fluid at the second inlet, and is used to block the fluid at both inlets. 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 low drainage efficiency when multiple clothes handling drums are used. 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] At least two first cylinder assemblies, each first cylinder assembly having a drain outlet;

[0007] A water collector includes a housing and a flow-blocking structure disposed within the housing.

[0008] The box has an outlet, a first inlet, and a second inlet. The first inlet is connected to the drain outlet of one of the first cylindrical components, and the second inlet is connected to the drain outlet of the other first cylindrical component. The outlet is used to discharge liquid from the box. The flow-blocking structure is located at the confluence of the fluid at the first inlet and the fluid at the second inlet, and is used to block the fluid at the first inlet and the fluid at the second inlet.

[0009] In some embodiments, the flow-blocking structure includes a first side surface and a second side surface; the first side surface is used to block fluid from the first inlet, and the second side surface is used to block fluid from the second inlet, wherein the first side surface and the second side surface are located on opposite sides of the flow-blocking structure in a first direction.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first direction is parallel to the horizontal direction, and the flow-blocking structure is used to guide the fluid at the first inlet and the fluid at the second inlet toward the lower part of the flow-blocking structure.

[0011] In some embodiments, the first side surface and the second side surface are set at an angle, and the first side surface and the second side surface extend from a top-down direction toward a direction closer to each other.

[0012] In some embodiments, the housing is disposed on the rear side of one of the first cylindrical components, the water collector includes two first sidewalls disposed opposite each other in the front-rear direction of the garment processing device, and two second sidewalls disposed opposite each other in the left-right direction, the first inlet is disposed on the first sidewall, and the second inlet is disposed on the second sidewall.

[0013] In some embodiments, the garment handling device includes a second tubular assembly, with at least two first tubular assemblies located above the second tubular assembly; the second tubular assembly has a drain outlet, and the housing also has a third inlet communicating with the drain outlet of the second tubular assembly.

[0014] In some embodiments, the water collector further includes a flow guiding structure disposed within the housing, the flow guiding structure dividing the space within the housing into a first sub-cavity and a second sub-cavity, the first inlet and the second inlet communicating with the first sub-cavity, and the third inlet communicating with the second sub-cavity.

[0015] In some embodiments, a portion of the outlet is formed in the wall of the first sub-cavity, and another portion of the outlet is formed in the wall of the second sub-cavity.

[0016] In some embodiments, the water collector includes a partition structure disposed within the housing, the partition structure dividing the space of the second sub-cavity into a first channel, a second channel, and a connecting channel, the connecting channel connecting the first channel and the second channel, and the connecting channel being positioned higher than the outlet, the third inlet connecting to the first channel, and the second channel connecting to the outlet.

[0017] In some embodiments, the garment processing device further includes a pipe connector and a partition wall. The pipe connector is disposed outside the housing and connected to the outlet. The partition wall is at least partially disposed inside the pipe connector and divides at least a portion of the pipe connector near the outlet into two parts, one part of which communicates with the first sub-cavity and the other part of which communicates with the second sub-cavity.

[0018] In some embodiments, the garment processing device includes a housing, a water outlet pipe, and a pipe connector. The plurality of first cylinder assemblies, second cylinder 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. The water outlet pipe is located outside the housing and connected to the pipe connector.

[0019] The garment processing device provided in this application embodiment has two advantages. First, the fluid at the first inlet and the fluid at the second inlet are unlikely to directly impact each other, resulting in minimal flow interference. Therefore, the two first cylinder assemblies can drain water simultaneously. Second, due to the obstruction of the flow-blocking structure, the fluid at the first inlet is unlikely to flow back to the second inlet, and vice versa. Thus, the two first cylinder assemblies can drain water independently. In this way, the water collector provides a simple drainage structure while also ensuring smooth drainage from multiple first cylinder assemblies, with minimal interference between them. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to one embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure from another perspective;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A cross-sectional view of the middle structure along the AA direction;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the central structure, including the water collector;

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure from another perspective;

[0025] Figure 6 for Figure 3 A structural diagram of the middle structure from another perspective;

[0026] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the middle structure along the BB direction;

[0027] Figure 8 for Figure 6 A cross-sectional view of the middle structure along the CC direction;

[0028] Figure 9 for Figure 4 Internal structural diagram of the structure;

[0029] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the structure in the DD direction;

[0030] Figure 11 for Figure 9 A cross-sectional view of the structure in the EE direction;

[0031] Figure 12 for Figure 9A cross-sectional view of the structure in the FF direction.

[0032] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0033] 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 side wall; 312. Second side wall; 313. Third side wall; 32. Flow-blocking structure; 321. First side surface; 322. Second side surface; 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

[0034] 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.

[0035] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "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.

[0036] 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.

[0037] 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.

[0038] 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.

[0039] 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 in the middle indicate the direction of fluid flow. The garment processing device includes at least two first cylinder assemblies 11. The number of first cylinder assemblies 11 can be two or more. In the following description, two first cylinder assemblies 11 are used as an example.

[0040] Multiple first drum assemblies 11 can handle different types of clothing, such as baby clothes and adult clothes, or outerwear and underwear; or, multiple first drum assemblies 11 can be designed to perform different functions, such as one for washing and dehydrating, and one for drying and care.

[0041] The first tubular assembly 11 has a drain outlet (not shown) through which liquid inside the first tubular assembly 11 can be discharged. Exemplarily, the first tubular assembly 11 has a first garment processing chamber for containing garments to be processed and performing operations such as washing or dehydration on them, with liquids such as wash water or condensate water being discharged through the drain outlet.

[0042] The garment processing equipment also includes a water collector 30, which comprises a housing 31. The housing 31 has an outlet 31b, a first inlet 31a1, and a second inlet 31a2. 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 first inlet 31a1 communicates with the drain outlet of one of the first cylindrical components 11, and the liquid discharged from that first cylindrical component 11 enters the housing 31 through the first inlet 31a1. The second inlet 31a2 communicates with the drain outlet of the other first cylindrical component 11, and the liquid discharged from that first cylindrical component 11 enters the housing 31 through the second inlet 31a2.

[0043] The outlet 31b is used to discharge the liquid inside the housing 31. That is, at least two first cylindrical assemblies 11 drain water through the outlet 31b of the water collector 30. The water collector 30 collects the liquid from the first cylindrical assemblies 11 and discharges it through the outlet 31b. Only one drain pipe needs to be connected to the outlet 31b, thus eliminating the need for a separate drain pipe for each first cylindrical assembly 11, reducing the pipe length and complexity of the first cylindrical assembly 11. For example, the outlet 31b is lower than the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2, so that the fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2 is discharged from the water collector 30 through the outlet 31b by gravity.

[0044] It should be noted that, compared with traditional single-tube garment processing equipment, when the garment processing equipment is equipped with multiple first tube components 11, the internal space of the equipment is relatively crowded while the overall appearance size of the garment processing equipment remains unchanged. It needs to be used efficiently to ensure that the size of the equipment is not too large. This is conducive to the installation of the garment processing equipment in the user's home environment and facilitates market promotion.

[0045] For example, the garment processing equipment includes a housing, with the first cylinder assembly 11 and the water collector 30 both located inside the housing. Compared to setting an independent drain pipe for each first cylinder assembly 11, the solution of using the water collector 30 not only saves the length of the pipe but also saves the space occupied by the pipe inside the housing.

[0046] Please see Figure 8The 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 fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and fluid from the second inlet 31a2. The flow-blocking structure 32 is used to block the fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid from the second inlet 31a2. It prevents the fluid entering through the first inlet 31a1 from directly impacting the fluid entering through the second inlet 31a2, or prevents the fluid entering through the second inlet 31a2 from directly impacting the fluid entering through the first inlet 31a1. Fluid entering through the first inlet 31a1 is less likely to enter the second inlet 31a2, and vice versa.

[0047] It should be noted that the fluid at the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid at the second inlet 31a2 converge within the housing 31; that is, the fluid paths at the first inlet 31a1 and the flow paths at the second inlet 31a2 intersect at a point, for example, as... Figure 8 As shown, the first inlet 31a1 is located on the right side of the garment processing equipment along the left-right direction, and the second inlet 31a2 is located on the left side. The second inlet 31a2 sprays water toward the fluid flow path of the first inlet 31a1.

[0048] Therefore, in this embodiment, compared to the absence of the flow-blocking structure 32, water entering from the first inlet 31a1 and water entering from the second inlet 31a2 would collide at the location of the flow-blocking structure 32, increasing the difficulty of water flowout. However, with the flow-blocking structure 32 of this application, on the one hand, the fluids from the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2 are less likely to directly collide, resulting in less flow interference between them, allowing both first cylinder assemblies 11 to drain water simultaneously; on the other hand, due to the obstruction of the flow-blocking structure 32, the fluid from the first inlet 31a1 is less likely to flow back to the second inlet 31a2, and vice versa, allowing both first cylinder assemblies 11 to drain water independently. Thus, the water collector 30 provides a simple drainage structure while also facilitating smoother drainage from multiple first cylinder assemblies 11, with minimal mutual interference.

[0049] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8The flow-blocking structure 32 includes a first side surface 321 and a second side surface 322, which are different side surfaces of the flow-blocking structure 32. The fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid from the second inlet 31a2 flow along different side surfaces of the flow-blocking structure 32 at the confluence point. That is, 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 fluid, which can affect the flow direction of 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.

[0050] For details, please continue reading Figure 8 The first side surface 31a1 is used to block the fluid from the first inlet 31a1, and the second side surface 31a2 is used to block the fluid from the second inlet 31a2. The first side surface 321 and the second side surface 322 are located on opposite sides of the flow-blocking structure 32 in a first direction. It can be understood that fluid flowing on the first side surface 321 is less likely to enter the fluid flow path of the second inlet 31a2 located behind the first side surface 321, and fluid flowing on the second side surface 322 is less likely to enter the fluid flow path of the first inlet 31a1 located behind the second side surface 322.

[0051] In this embodiment, due to the obstruction of the first side surface 321, the fluid in the first inlet 31a1 is difficult to flow back to the second inlet 31a2, and due to the obstruction of the second side surface 322, the fluid in the second inlet 31a2 is difficult to flow back to the first inlet 31a1. Therefore, the two first cylinder assemblies 11 can drain water independently. For some embodiments, please refer to... Figure 8 The first direction is parallel to the horizontal direction. It can be understood that, due to gravity, the fluid tends to flow downwards; for example, the fluid moves in a parabolic trajectory in the air. The first side surface 321 and the second side surface 322 are located on opposite sides of the flow-blocking structure 32 along the horizontal direction. That is, the first side surface 321 can weaken the horizontal velocity component of the fluid at the first inlet 31a1, and the second side surface 322 can weaken the horizontal velocity component of the fluid at the second inlet 31a2. Combined with gravity, the fluid can quickly change its flow direction, reducing its impact on the flow paths of opposing fluids.

[0052] Of course, in other embodiments, the first direction can also be tilted relative to the horizontal direction.

[0053] For example, the first side surface 321 can be a curved surface or a plane. If the first side surface 321 is a plane, the first side plane can be perpendicular to the plane containing the horizontal direction (i.e., the horizontal plane) or inclined relative to the horizontal direction. The second side plane can also be a curved surface or a plane. If the second side surface 322 is a plane, the second side plane can be perpendicular to the plane containing the horizontal direction (i.e., the horizontal plane) or inclined relative to the horizontal direction. The inclination mentioned above refers to the included angle between the two being between 0° and 90°.

[0054] For example, in some embodiments, the flow-blocking structure 32 is used to guide the fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid from the second inlet 31a2 toward the lower part of the flow-blocking structure 32. That is, the first side surface 321 of the flow-blocking structure 32 is inclined relative to the flow direction of the fluid from the first inlet 31a1, so that the fluid from the first inlet 31a1 tends to flow downward, and the fluid from the first inlet 31a1 impacting the first side surface 321 does not lose too much energy; the second side surface 322 is inclined relative to the flow direction of the fluid from the second inlet 31a2, so that the fluid from the second inlet 31a2 tends to flow downward, and the fluid from the second inlet 31a2 impacting the second side surface 322 does not lose too much energy.

[0055] The flow-blocking structure 32 can be plate-shaped, with a first side surface 321 and a second side surface 322 formed on opposite sides of the plate; or, the flow-blocking structure 32 can be block-shaped, with a first side surface 321 and a second side surface 322 formed on two opposite surfaces of the block.

[0056] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8 The first side surface 321 and the second side surface 322 are set at an angle, meaning that the first side surface 321 and the second side surface 322 are not parallel to each other. The first side surface 321 and the second side surface 322 extend from top to bottom towards each other. It can be understood that in a plane projection perpendicular to the front and back direction of the garment processing equipment, the flow-blocking structure 32 is roughly "V" shaped, thus achieving the inclined setting of the first side surface 321 and the second side surface 322 without occupying too much space inside the box 31.

[0057] It should be noted that the first side surface 321 and the second side surface 322 can be symmetrically arranged or asymmetrically arranged. Asymmetrical arrangement means that the tilt angles of the first side surface 321 and the second side surface 322 relative to the vertical direction are not equal.

[0058] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 1 The housing 31 is located on the rear side of one of the first cylindrical components 11, see [link / reference]. Figure 4 and Figure 5The 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.

[0059] 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.

[0060] For example, the garment processing device 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 liquid 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 device compact.

[0061] 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 connecting to the second inlet 31a2 in the left-right direction, and the other end connecting to another first cylindrical assembly 11. The second pipe section 22 guides the liquid 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.

[0062] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 1 to 3The garment processing device includes a second tubular assembly 12, with a first tubular assembly 11 located above the second tubular assembly 12. The first tubular assembly 11 may be located directly above or diagonally above the second tubular assembly 12. For example, in some embodiments where there are two first tubular assemblies 11, one is located to the upper left of the second tubular assembly 12, and the other is located to the upper right of the second tubular assembly 12. The second tubular assembly 12 has a drain outlet. Exemplarily, the second tubular assembly 12 has a second garment processing chamber for containing garments to be processed and performing operations such as washing or dehydration. Liquids such as detergent or condensate are discharged through the drain outlet of the second tubular assembly 12.

[0063] Please see Figure 8 The box body 31 also has a third inlet 31a3, which is connected to the drain outlet of the second cylindrical assembly 12. That is, the second cylindrical assembly 12 and at least two first cylindrical assemblies 11 drain water through the outlet 31b of the water collector 30. The water collector 30 collects the liquid from the first cylindrical assembly 11 and the second cylindrical assembly 12 and discharges it through the outlet 31b, thus eliminating the need to set up an independent drain pipe for each first cylindrical assembly 11 and the second cylindrical assembly 12, reducing the pipe length and complexity of the first cylindrical assembly 11 and the second cylindrical assembly 12.

[0064] 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.

[0065] Thus, the second cylindrical assembly 12 can handle larger or larger quantities of clothing, such as outerwear, while the first cylindrical assembly 11 can handle smaller or smaller quantities of clothing, such as socks, underwear, or baby clothes.

[0066] By placing the lighter first cylinder assembly 11 above the heavier second cylinder assembly 12, the center of gravity of the garment processing equipment can be lowered, reducing swaying, and drainage of the first cylinder assembly 11 can be facilitated.

[0067] For example, 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.

[0068] 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.

[0069] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8 The third inlet 31a3 is located on the lower third side wall 313, allowing fluid to be sprayed upwards into the housing 31 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, 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 side wall 313 facilitates pipe routing along the height direction, connecting the second cylinder assembly 12 to the third inlet 31a3.

[0070] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8 The water collector 30 also includes a flow guiding structure 33 disposed within the housing 31. The flow guiding structure 33 divides the space within the housing 31 into a first sub-cavity 33a and a second sub-cavity 33b. The first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2 are connected to the first sub-cavity 33a, and the third inlet 31a3 is connected to the second sub-cavity 33b. The fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid from the second inlet 31a2 both enter the first sub-cavity 33a within the housing 31, while the fluid from the third inlet 31a3 enters the second sub-cavity 33b within the housing 31. The flow guiding structure 33 can separate the fluid entering from the first inlet 31a1 or the second inlet 31a2 from the fluid entering from the third inlet 31a3, reducing mutual interference.

[0071] In some embodiments, the first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b may be isolated from each other. That is, fluid in the first sub-cavity 33a will not enter the second sub-cavity 33b via the guide structure 33, and fluid in the second sub-cavity 33b will not enter the first sub-cavity 33a via the guide structure 33. This ensures that the drainage of the first cylinder assembly 11 and the second cylinder assembly 12 does not affect each other. In other embodiments, the first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b may be connected through holes or the like. That is, a small amount of liquid and / or gas in the first sub-cavity 33a may flow into the second sub-cavity 33b, and / or a small amount of gas and / or liquid in the second sub-cavity 33b may flow into the first sub-cavity 33a. It should be noted that the cross-sectional area at the point of connection between the first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b is much smaller than the cross-sectional area of ​​any single inlet, for example, not exceeding 1 / 5 of the cross-sectional area of ​​any inlet.

[0072] In some embodiments, a portion of the outlet 31b is formed in the wall of the first sub-cavity 33a, and another portion of the outlet 31b is formed in the wall of the second sub-cavity 33b. That is, the flow guiding structure 33 passes through the outlet 31b located on the inner surface of the housing 31, thereby dividing the outlet 31b into two parts corresponding to the first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b. In this way, it is difficult for the liquid in the first sub-cavity 33a to flow back to the second sub-cavity 33b through the outlet 31b, and it is also difficult for the fluid in the second sub-cavity 33b to flow back to the first sub-cavity 33a through the outlet 31b.

[0073] In some embodiments, please refer to Figure 8 , Figure 10 and Figure 12 The water collector 30 includes a partition structure 34 disposed within the housing 31. The partition structure 34 divides the space of the second sub-cavity 33b into a first channel 34a, a second channel 34b, and a connecting channel 34c. The connecting channel 34c connects the first channel 34a and the second channel 34b, and the position of the connecting channel 34c is higher than that of the outlet 31b. The third inlet 31a3 is connected to the first channel 34a, and the second channel 34b is connected to the outlet 31b. It can be understood that as fluid is input through the third inlet 31a3, when the liquid level in the first channel 34a overflows to the height of the connecting channel 34c, it can enter the second channel 34b through the connecting channel 34c, and then be discharged outside the housing 31 through the outlet 31b. On the one hand, the connecting channel 34c guides the fluid in the first channel 34a to the second channel 34b, gradually guiding it. 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 design of the connecting channel 34c being higher than the outlet 31b ensures 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.

[0074] It should be noted that the form of the interval structure 34 is not limited; for example, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 8 The partition structure 34 is plate-shaped, with a first channel 34a and a second channel 34b respectively provided on opposite sides of the plate. A portion of the plate's edge is spaced apart from the guide structure 33, allowing liquid to overflow into adjacent sub-cavities. This edge of the partition structure 34 is the overflow level, and the space between this edge and the third sidewall 313 of the housing 31 is the connecting channel 34c. Alternatively, the partition structure 34 may be plate-shaped and have a connecting hole. A first channel 34a and a second channel 34b are provided on opposite sides of the plate. The connecting hole penetrates the plate and connects the first channel 34a and the second channel 34b. Liquid can overflow the lowest point of the connecting hole into the adjacent second channel 34b, meaning the lowest point of the connecting hole is the overflow level. The connecting hole defines the connecting channel 34c.

[0075] In some embodiments, the garment processing device 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, and is used to discharge fluid from the outlet 31b. The partition wall 41 is at least partially disposed within the pipe connector 40, and at least divides a portion of the pipe connector 40 near the outlet 31b into two parts, one part communicating with the first sub-cavity 33a and the other part communicating with the second sub-cavity 33b. It should be noted that these two parts may be disconnected or partially connected.

[0076] It is understood that the partition wall 41 extends in a direction away from the drainage outlet 31b, and references Figure 8 , Figure 9 and Figure 11 , Figure 9 The dotted arrows indicate the direction of fluid flow. The partition wall 41 is adjacent to the flow guiding structure 33 inside the box 31, so that the fluids discharged from the first sub-cavity 33a and the second sub-cavity 33b through the outlet 31b remain independent within the partition wall 41 and do not interfere with each other. Furthermore, it makes it difficult for the liquid in the first sub-cavity 33a to flow back to the second sub-cavity 33b through the outlet 31b, and it is also difficult for the fluid in the second sub-cavity 33b to flow back to the first sub-cavity 33a through the outlet 31b. The drainage of the first cylinder assembly 11 and the second cylinder assembly 12 does not interfere with each other.

[0077] In some embodiments, the garment processing device further includes a drain pipe 50, the housing includes a back panel, a pipe connector 40 passes through the back panel, one end of the pipe connector 40 is connected to the outlet 31b in the front-to-back direction, and the drain pipe 50 is located outside the housing and connected to the pipe connector 40. It is understood that the pipe connector 40 draws liquid 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 first cylinder assembly 11, thereby making the clothing processing equipment structure compact.

[0079] For example, please refer to Figure 4 As shown, outlet 31b is located on the rear first sidewall 311 to facilitate connection with pipe fitting 40. The structure of pipe fitting 40 is not limited; for example, pipe fitting 40 can be an elbow or a straight fitting, etc.

[0080] 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.

[0081] The fluid discharged from the drain outlet of the first cylindrical assembly 11 enters the first inlet 31a1 and the second inlet 31a2 respectively. The fluid from the first inlet 31a1 and the fluid from the second inlet 31a2 converge at the flow-blocking structure 32 and are guided to flow downwards. Then, the fluid is discharged from the box 31 through the part of the cavity wall of the first sub-cavity 33a corresponding to the outlet 31b, enters the pipe joint 40, and is discharged to the external environment through the water outlet pipe 50.

[0082] The fluid discharged from the drain port of the second cylinder assembly 12 enters the third inlet 31a3. The liquid in the third inlet 31a3 flows upward into the first channel 34a. The liquid level in the first channel 34a gradually rises until it overflows to the height of the connecting channel 34c. The fluid enters the second channel 34b on the other side of the partition structure 34 through the connecting channel 34c. Then, it is discharged from the box 31 through the part of the cavity wall of the second sub-cavity 33b corresponding to the outlet 31b, enters the pipe joint 40, and is discharged to the external environment through the water outlet pipe 50.

[0083] The first cylinder assembly 11 and the second cylinder assembly 12 can drain water simultaneously or sequentially.

[0084] The various embodiments / implementations provided in this application can be combined with each other without creating contradictions.

[0085] 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: At least two first cylinder assemblies, each first cylinder assembly having a drain outlet; A water collector includes a housing and a flow-blocking structure disposed within the housing. The box has an outlet, a first inlet, and a second inlet. The first inlet is connected to the drain outlet of one of the first cylindrical components, and the second inlet is connected to the drain outlet of the other first cylindrical component. The outlet is used to discharge liquid from the box. The flow-blocking structure is located at the confluence of the fluid at the first inlet and the fluid at the second inlet, and is used to block the fluid at the first inlet and the fluid at the second inlet.

2. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flow-blocking structure includes a first side surface and a second side surface; the first side surface is used to block the fluid at the first inlet, and the second side surface is used to block the fluid at the second inlet, wherein the first side surface and the second side surface are located on opposite sides of the flow-blocking structure in a first direction.

3. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first direction is parallel to the horizontal direction, and the flow-blocking structure is used to guide the fluid at the first inlet and the fluid at the second inlet toward the lower part of the flow-blocking structure.

4. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first side surface and the second side surface are set at an angle, and the first side surface and the second side surface extend from the top downward direction toward each other.

5. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The box is disposed on the rear side of one of the first cylinder components. The water collector includes two first sidewalls disposed opposite to each other in the front-back direction of the clothing processing device, and two second sidewalls disposed opposite to each other in the left-right direction. The first inlet is disposed on the first sidewall, and the second inlet is disposed on the second sidewall.

6. The garment processing equipment according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The garment processing device includes a second tubular assembly, with at least two first tubular assemblies located above the second tubular assembly; the second tubular assembly has a drain outlet, and the box also has a third inlet, which communicates with the drain outlet of the second tubular assembly.

7. The garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The water collector also includes a flow guiding structure disposed within the box body, which divides the space within the box body into a first sub-cavity and a second sub-cavity. The first inlet and the second inlet are connected to the first sub-cavity, and the third inlet is connected to the second sub-cavity.

8. The garment processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, A portion of the outlet is formed in the wall of the first sub-cavity, and another portion of the outlet is formed in the wall of the second sub-cavity.

9. The garment processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The water collector includes a partition structure disposed within the housing, which divides the space of the second sub-cavity into a first channel, a second channel, and a connecting channel. The connecting channel connects the first channel and the second channel, and the position of the connecting channel is higher than the outlet. The third inlet is connected to the first channel, and the second channel is connected to the outlet.

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

11. The garment processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment includes a housing, a water outlet pipe, and a pipe connector. The first tubular assembly, the second tubular assembly, 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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