A detergent dispenser and a laundry treating apparatus

Abstract

The embodiment of the present application provides a detergent feeding device and a clothes processing apparatus. A liquid storage box comprises a first box body and a second box body. The first box body and the second box body enclose a liquid storage cavity. At least one of the first box body and the second box body forms an intermediate cavity. The liquid storage box comprises a partition plate between the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity. The partition plate separates the intermediate cavity from the liquid storage cavity. The intermediate cavity has a water inlet. The detergent feeding device is convenient to use.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] In related technologies, the detergent dispensing device of the garment processing equipment uses a manual dispensing method to add detergent into the garment processing chamber. Before each washing cycle, the user needs to add a measured amount of detergent to the storage chamber of the detergent dispensing device. During the washing process of the garment processing equipment, water flows through the storage chamber to mix with the detergent in the storage chamber and is carried into the garment processing chamber.

[0003] However, since the clothing processing equipment in the relevant technology adopts a manual dispensing method, it not only requires users to accurately control the amount of detergent added, but also increases the manual operation process, making the clothing processing equipment inconvenient to use. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, embodiments of this application provide a convenient detergent dispensing device and clothing treatment equipment.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this application embodiment is implemented as follows:

[0006] The first aspect of this application provides a detergent dispensing device, comprising:

[0007] A liquid storage box includes a first box body and a second box body, which together form a liquid storage cavity. At least one of the first box body and the second box body forms an intermediate cavity. The liquid storage box includes a partition located between the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity, which isolates the intermediate cavity from the liquid storage cavity. The intermediate cavity has a water inlet.

[0008] In one embodiment, at least a portion of the first housing extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet, which is connected to the liquid storage chamber.

[0009] In one embodiment, the second box body has the intermediate cavity, the upper part of the intermediate cavity is open to form an opening, and at least a portion of the first box body covers the opening to close it.

[0010] In one embodiment, the intermediate cavity has a liquid inlet and a liquid outlet, and the liquid storage cavity has a liquid outlet.

[0011] In one embodiment, along the length of the intermediate cavity, the water inlet is located at one end of the intermediate cavity along the length, the liquid outlet is located at the other end of the intermediate cavity along the length, and the liquid inlet is located between the two ends of the intermediate cavity along the length.

[0012] In one embodiment, the liquid outlet includes a first liquid outlet and a second liquid outlet, the first liquid outlet and the second liquid outlet are respectively located on opposite sides of the water inlet, and the liquid inlet is located between the water inlet and the second liquid outlet.

[0013] In one embodiment, the detergent dispensing device further includes a first blocking rib, which is disposed in the intermediate cavity and located at the liquid inlet. The first blocking rib has a flow guiding channel that communicates with the liquid inlet. The flow guiding channel opens vertically upward and is located between the water inlet and the second liquid outlet.

[0014] In one embodiment, along the liquid flow path from the inlet to the second outlet, a portion of the sidewall of the first blocking rib near the inlet is open to form a first flow outlet; a portion of the sidewall of the first blocking rib away from the inlet is open to form a second flow outlet, wherein the opening size of the first flow outlet is smaller than the opening size of the second flow outlet.

[0015] In one embodiment, the detergent dispensing device further includes a second blocking rib, which is disposed in the intermediate cavity and located on the side of the water inlet near the first liquid outlet. A portion of the second blocking rib is open to form a third flow outlet, which is located between the water inlet and the first liquid outlet.

[0016] In one embodiment, the liquid storage chamber is capable of supplying liquid to the intermediate chamber. The detergent dispensing device includes a sealing member, which is movably disposed within the flow channel. When the liquid storage chamber supplies liquid to the intermediate chamber, the sealing member moves relative to the liquid storage box under the action of the liquid supply pressure to open the liquid inlet. When the liquid storage chamber stops supplying liquid to the intermediate chamber, the sealing member moves relative to the liquid storage box under the action of gravity to block the liquid inlet.

[0017] A second aspect of this application provides a garment processing device, including a liquid extraction assembly. The garment processing device includes any of the detergent dispensing devices described above. The liquid extraction assembly is connected to the liquid storage chamber and the intermediate chamber respectively, for supplying liquid to the intermediate chamber.

[0018] In one embodiment, the garment processing device further includes a panel and a base, with the upper part of the detergent dispensing device connected to the panel and the lower part of the detergent dispensing device connected to the base.

[0019] This application provides a detergent dispensing device and a laundry treatment device. The liquid storage box includes a first box and a second box, which together form a liquid storage cavity. At least one of the first box and the second box forms an intermediate cavity. The liquid storage box includes a partition located between the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity, which isolates the intermediate cavity from the liquid storage cavity. The intermediate cavity has a water inlet. Firstly, the water inlet in the intermediate cavity allows water to flow into it. Secondly, because the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity are separated by the partition, they are not directly connected by a channel. The liquid storage cavity can supply a fixed amount of detergent to the intermediate cavity as needed, allowing the detergent and water to mix in the intermediate cavity. Therefore, the user does not need to precisely control the amount of detergent added at one time; a larger amount of detergent can be added to the liquid storage cavity at once, eliminating the need for additional detergent in subsequent washes. This reduces manual operation and makes the laundry treatment device more convenient to use. Thirdly, the liquid storage cavity is formed by the first box and the second box, facilitating the use of the space between the first box and the second box for its layout. Meanwhile, both the liquid storage chamber and the intermediate chamber are integrated into the liquid storage box, which can greatly simplify the structure of the detergent dispensing device. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a detergent dispensing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the middle liquid storage box;

[0022] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0023] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of the central liquid storage box from another perspective;

[0024] Figure 5 for Figure 2 Another structural schematic diagram of the central liquid storage box;

[0025] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Sectional view along the BB direction;

[0026] Figure 7 for Figure 6 A magnified view of a section at point C;

[0027] Figure 8 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second box in the middle;

[0028] Figure 9 for Figure 8 A magnified view of a section at point D;

[0029] Figure 10 for Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of the central liquid storage box from another perspective;

[0030] Figure 11 for Figure 10 EE-directed sectional view;

[0031] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the relationship between the detergent dispensing device and the housing according to another embodiment of this application;

[0032] Figure 13 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0033] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0034] 10. Detergent dispensing device; 11. Liquid storage box; 11a. Liquid storage chamber; 11aa. Liquid outlet; 11b. Intermediate chamber; 11ba. Water inlet; 11bb. Liquid inlet; 11bc. First liquid outlet; 11bd. Second liquid outlet; 111. First box body; 111a. Liquid dispensing port; 112. Second box body; 113. Locking structure; 1131. First locking part; 1132. Second locking part; 114. Elastic element; 115. Partition; 12. Liquid extraction assembly; 13. First blocking rib; 13a. Flow guide channel; 13b. First flow outlet; 13c. Second flow outlet; 14. Second blocking rib; 14a. Third flow outlet; 15. Sealing element; 16. Cover; 20. Housing. Detailed Implementation

[0035] In this application, the "vertical direction" orientation or positional relationship is based on the appendix. Figure 11 The orientation or positional relationship shown is for illustrative purposes only and is not intended to 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, it should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0036] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0037] The specific technical features described in the specific embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. For example, different combinations of specific technical features can form different embodiments and technical solutions. To avoid unnecessary repetition, the various possible combinations of the specific technical features in this application will not be described separately.

[0038] In the following description, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used merely to distinguish different objects and do not imply any similarity or connection between them. It should be noted that the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes that element. "A plurality of" means two or more.

[0039] One embodiment of this application provides a detergent dispensing device 10. Please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 1 The detergent dispensing device 10 includes a liquid storage box 11.

[0040] Please see Figure 2 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 The liquid storage box 11 includes a first box body 111 and a second box body 112. The first box body 111 and the second box body 112 enclose a liquid storage cavity 11a. At least one of the first box body 111 and the second box body 112 forms an intermediate cavity 11b. The liquid storage box 11 includes a partition 115 located between the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a. The partition 115 isolates the intermediate cavity 11b from the liquid storage cavity 11a. The intermediate cavity 11b has a water inlet 11ba.

[0041] Specifically, the liquid storage chamber 11a is used to store detergent, and the type of detergent is not limited, such as laundry liquid, washing aid liquid or fabric softener.

[0042] The first box 111 and the second box 112 are box structures of different areas of the liquid storage box 11, and their specific relative positions can be set according to the actual situation.

[0043] For example, the first box 111 is fixedly positioned above the second box 112. That is, the first box 111 is the upper box, and the second box 112 is the lower box. This vertical connection facilitates the structural layout along the vertical direction.

[0044] Of course, in other embodiments, the relative positions of the first box 111 and the second box 112 can be arranged in other ways. For example, at least a portion of the first box 111 and the second box 112 are arranged in a horizontal direction.

[0045] The connection method between the first box 111 and the second box 112 is not limited.

[0046] For example, the first housing 111 and the second housing 112 are a single integrated structure. This improves the connection stability of the first housing 111 and the second housing 112. For example, the first housing 111 and the second housing 112 can be welded into a single integrated structure.

[0047] For example, the first box 111 and the second box 112 are separate structures. This facilitates the assembly and disassembly of the first box 111 and the second box 112. For example, the first box 111 and the second box 112 can be fixed by snap-fit, fastening, plug-in or other connection methods.

[0048] The liquid storage chamber 11a is formed by a first box 111 and a second box 112. The liquid storage box 11 includes at least a first box 111 and a second box 112, and both boxes can be used to store detergent. For example, the first box 111 has a first sub-cavity, and the second box 112 has a second sub-cavity. The first and second sub-cavities together form the liquid storage chamber 11a. By connecting the first box 111 and the second box 112, it is possible to increase the capacity of the liquid storage chamber 11a, and it is also easier to design the structure of the first box 111.

[0049] The inlet 11ba is an opening on the wall of the intermediate cavity 11b, which is used to supply water flow into the intermediate cavity 11b.

[0050] The intermediate cavity 11b is a cavity for mixing water and detergent. After the water and detergent are mixed in the intermediate cavity 11b, they are supplied to the clothing processing cavity of the clothing processing equipment.

[0051] The partition 115 isolates the intermediate cavity 11b from the liquid storage cavity 11a. This means that there is no connecting channel between the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a; they are not directly connected through a connecting channel. By forming the partition 115, the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a can be isolated to prevent detergent in the liquid storage cavity 11a from flowing into the intermediate cavity 11b when detergent is not needed to be supplied to the intermediate cavity 11b.

[0052] It should be noted that the liquid storage chamber 11a can supply liquid to the intermediate chamber 11b in a metered manner as needed. The method of liquid supply is not limited.

[0053] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 4 For example, the detergent dispensing device 10 includes a liquid extraction assembly 12, which is connected to a liquid outlet 11aa and a liquid inlet 11bb for supplying liquid into the intermediate chamber 11b. Thus, by providing the liquid extraction assembly 12, detergent can be extracted from the storage chamber 11a as needed, thereby enabling a quantitative supply of detergent.

[0054] The liquid extraction component 12 is a structure that can perform the liquid extraction function, such as a liquid extraction pump. When the liquid extraction component 12 is activated, it can make the detergent stored in the liquid storage chamber 11a flow to the intermediate chamber 11b, thereby forming a liquid supply path from the liquid storage chamber 11a to the intermediate chamber 11b.

[0055] For example, the detergent dispensing device 10 further includes connecting pipes, which include a first infusion pipe and a second infusion pipe. The opposite ends of the first infusion pipe are respectively connected to the liquid storage chamber 11a and the liquid extraction component 12, and the opposite ends of the second infusion pipe are respectively connected to the intermediate chamber 11b and the liquid extraction component 12. Thus, by connecting the liquid extraction component 12 to the liquid storage chamber 11a and the intermediate chamber 11b through the connecting pipes, the liquid extraction component 12 can be flexibly arranged in the clothing processing equipment, and the spare space in the clothing processing equipment can be better utilized to arrange the liquid extraction component 12.

[0056] Of course, in other embodiments, the liquid storage chamber 11a can also supply liquid to the intermediate chamber 11b in a metered manner through other liquid supply structures.

[0057] Depending on the actual situation, the intermediate cavity 11b can be formed by the first box 111, the intermediate cavity 11b can be formed by the second box 112, or the intermediate cavity 11b can be formed by the first box 111 and the second box 112 together.

[0058] Another embodiment of this application provides a garment processing device, which includes a liquid extraction component 12. Please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 13 The garment processing equipment includes the detergent dispensing device 10 described in any of the present applications, and the liquid extraction component 12 is connected to the liquid storage chamber 11a and the intermediate chamber 11b respectively, for supplying liquid to the intermediate chamber 11b.

[0059] It should be noted that there are no restrictions on the type of clothing processing equipment; it can be a washing machine or a washer-dryer combo.

[0060] In the detergent dispensing device 10 of this application embodiment, a first box 111 and a second box 112 enclose a liquid storage cavity 11a. At least one of the first box 111 and the second box 112 forms an intermediate cavity 11b. The liquid storage box 11 includes a partition 115 located between the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a, which isolates the intermediate cavity 11b from the liquid storage cavity 11a. The intermediate cavity 11b has a water inlet 11ba. On one hand, the water inlet 11ba is provided on the intermediate cavity 11b, allowing water to flow into the intermediate cavity 11b. Meanwhile, since the intermediate cavity 11b and the liquid storage cavity 11a are separated by a partition 115, and are not directly connected by a channel, the liquid storage cavity 11a can supply a fixed amount of detergent to the intermediate cavity 11b as needed (for example, by extracting a fixed amount of detergent from the liquid storage cavity 11a and supplying it to the intermediate cavity 11b through the liquid extraction component 12), thereby allowing the detergent and water to mix in the intermediate cavity 11b. Therefore, the user does not need to precisely control the amount of detergent added at one time, and can add a larger amount of detergent to the liquid storage cavity 11a at once, so that no more detergent needs to be added in subsequent washing processes. This reduces the user's manual operation and makes the clothing processing equipment more convenient to use. On the other hand, the liquid storage cavity 11a is formed by the first box 111 and the second box 112, which facilitates the use of the space of the first box 111 and the second box 112 for the layout of the liquid storage cavity 11a. Meanwhile, both the liquid storage chamber 11a and the intermediate chamber 11b are integrated on the liquid storage box 11, which can simplify the structure of the detergent dispensing device 10.

[0061] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 At least a portion of the first box 111 extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet 111a, which is connected to the liquid storage chamber 11a.

[0062] Specifically, the liquid dispensing port 111a is an opening on the first housing 111 for the user to dispense detergent into the liquid storage chamber 11a.

[0063] Depending on the actual situation, the entire first box 111 can extend vertically upwards to form a liquid inlet 111a, or a portion of the first box 111 can extend vertically upwards to form a liquid inlet 111a.

[0064] By extending upward in the vertical direction, the first box 111 can increase its vertical dimension, so that the liquid storage box 11 can make better use of the vertical space inside the clothing processing equipment.

[0065] In related technologies, since the liquid storage box of the garment processing equipment needs to be pulled out by the user in a horizontal direction, to avoid an excessively large opening on the front panel of the garment processing equipment, the liquid storage box adopts a square single box body, and the capacity of the liquid storage chamber is increased by extending the length of the liquid storage box in the horizontal direction. However, the usable space in the horizontal direction inside the garment processing equipment is relatively less than the usable space in the vertical direction. Extending the liquid storage box in the horizontal direction will increase the size of the garment processing equipment, which is not conducive to the miniaturization of the garment processing equipment.

[0066] In this embodiment, at least a portion of the first housing 111 extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet 111a, which communicates with the liquid storage chamber 11a. This facilitates the vertical arrangement of the first housing 111, allowing for better utilization of the vertical space within the garment processing equipment. Consequently, it reduces the space occupied by the detergent dispensing device 10 in the horizontal direction within the garment processing equipment, thus contributing to the miniaturization of the garment processing equipment.

[0067] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 and Figure 7 The second box 112 has a central cavity 11b, the upper part of which is open to form an opening. At least a portion of the first box 111 covers the opening to seal it. This facilitates the assembly of the structure within the central cavity 11b and also provides a better seal for the central cavity 11b.

[0068] Specifically, an opening is formed in the upper part of the intermediate cavity 11b, allowing other structures to be installed into the intermediate cavity 11b. After the first housing 111 and the second housing 112 are assembled, the first housing 111 can seal the opening, preventing water and detergent from leaking from the opening.

[0069] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 10 The intermediate cavity 11b has a liquid inlet 11bb and a liquid outlet, and the liquid storage cavity 11a has a liquid outlet 11aa. Thus, water and detergent can be mixed well within the intermediate cavity 11b as needed.

[0070] Specifically, the liquid outlet 11aa is an opening on the wall of the liquid storage chamber 11a, which is used to allow the detergent stored in the liquid storage chamber 11a to flow out.

[0071] The liquid inlet 11bb is an opening on the wall of the intermediate cavity 11b, which is used to allow detergent to enter the intermediate cavity 11b.

[0072] It should be noted that the number and location of the liquid outlets on the intermediate cavity 11b can be set according to the actual situation.

[0073] For example, along the length of the intermediate cavity 11b, the water inlet 11ba is located at one end of the intermediate cavity 11b along the length, the liquid outlet is located at the other end of the intermediate cavity 11b along the length, and the liquid inlet 11bb is located between the two ends of the intermediate cavity 11b along the length. This allows full utilization of the space along the longest direction of the intermediate cavity 11b to disperse the detergent through the water flow, resulting in better mixing of the detergent and water.

[0074] Specifically, the length direction of the intermediate cavity 11b refers to the direction with the longest space dimension within the intermediate cavity 11b. By arranging the water inlet 11ba and the liquid outlet at opposite ends of the intermediate cavity 11b along the length direction, the distance between the water inlet 11ba and the liquid outlet can be maximized to facilitate the mixing of detergent and water.

[0075] For example, please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 and Figure 10 The liquid outlet includes a first liquid outlet 11bc and a second liquid outlet 11bd. The first liquid outlet 11bc and the second liquid outlet 11bd are located on opposite sides of the inlet 11ba, and the inlet 11bb is located between the inlet 11ba and the second liquid outlet 11bd.

[0076] Specifically, please refer to Figure 8 The inlet 11ba is connected to the first outlet 11bc to form a first water flow path from the inlet 11ba to the first outlet 11bc (e.g., Figure 8 (S1). The inlet 11ba is connected to the second outlet 11bd to form a second water flow path from the inlet 11ba to the second outlet 11bd (e.g., ...). Figure 8 (S2). The second water flow path is separated from the first water flow path. The liquid inlet 11bb is located on the second water flow path. Thus, two water flow paths can be formed within the intermediate cavity 11b. By supplying detergent to the second water flow path, the detergent mixes with the water flow in the second water flow path, thereby using the mixed washing water in the second water flow path to wash the fabrics in the washing drum. At the same time, the water flowing along the first water flow path can be used for other water treatment processes. Thus, the intermediate cavity 11b of the detergent dispensing device 10 can achieve water flow separation and mixing with detergent, eliminating the need for additional independent water pipes for water passage, reducing the space occupied inside the garment processing equipment, and thus simplifying the internal structure of the garment processing equipment.

[0077] Since the liquid inlet 11bb is located between the water inlet 11ba and the second liquid outlet 11bd, the detergent flowing along the liquid supply path can be supplied to the second water flow path for mixing with the water flowing along the second water flow path.

[0078] It should be noted that the order of liquid and water supply in the detergent dispensing device 10 is not limited. For example, the liquid extraction component 12 can be activated first to allow the detergent to flow along the liquid supply path and into the intermediate cavity 11b through the liquid inlet 11bb. Then, water is introduced through the water inlet 11ba to form a first water flow path and a second water flow path, thereby allowing the water in the second water flow path to mix with the detergent.

[0079] In some embodiments, water may first be introduced through the inlet 11ba to form a first water flow path and a second water flow path, and then the liquid extraction assembly 12 may be activated to supply detergent through the liquid inlet 11bb to the intermediate cavity 11b for mixing with the water flow in the second water flow path.

[0080] Of course, in other embodiments, the liquid pumping assembly 12 can be activated at the same time as water is introduced through the water inlet 11ba, so as to supply detergent through the liquid inlet 11bb.

[0081] The first outlet 11bc and the second outlet 11bd are openings on the cavity wall of the intermediate cavity 11b, respectively.

[0082] The first outlet 11bc is connected to the inlet 11ba to form a first water flow path. A portion of the water flowing in from the inlet 11ba can flow along the first water flow path and exit from the first outlet 11bc. The second outlet 11bd is connected to the inlet 11ba to form a second water flow path. Another portion of the water flowing in from the inlet 11ba can flow along the second water flow path to mix with the detergent supplied by the liquid supply path and exit from the second outlet 11bd.

[0083] It should be noted that the second water flow path is separate from the first water flow path; that is, the water flowing along the first water flow path and the water flowing along the second water flow path flow separately. This significantly reduces the leakage of water flowing along the second water flow path into the first water flow path after mixing with detergent, effectively preventing contamination of the water flowing along the first water flow path.

[0084] It should be noted that the intermediate cavity 11b may have only one outlet, or only a first outlet 11bc and a second outlet 11bd, so that only two water flow paths are formed within the intermediate cavity 11b. Of course, the intermediate cavity 11b may also be provided with other outlets so that the number of water flow paths formed within the intermediate cavity 11b is greater than two.

[0085] The specific shape of the intermediate cavity 11b can be set according to the actual situation, and it needs to meet the following requirements: after water is supplied to the inlet 11ba, water flows can be formed in the intermediate cavity 11b along the first water flow path and the second water flow path respectively.

[0086] For example, please see Figure 11 The intermediate cavity 11b is a long and narrow cavity extending along the first direction, and its length along the first direction is greater than its width in the direction perpendicular to the first direction.

[0087] In one specific embodiment, please refer to Figure 8 The distance between the inlet 11ba and the first outlet 11bc is less than the distance between the inlet 11ba and the second outlet 11bd. This allows for a longer second water flow path, enabling the water flowing along the second flow path to mix more thoroughly with the detergent. Simultaneously, it allows the water flowing along the first water flow path to reach the first outlet 11bc more quickly, preventing detergent from contaminating the water in the first flow path.

[0088] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 8 and Figure 9 The detergent dispensing device 10 also includes a first blocking rib 13, which is disposed in the intermediate cavity 11b and located at the liquid inlet 11bb. The first blocking rib 13 has a flow guiding channel 13a, which communicates with the liquid inlet 11bb. The flow guiding channel 13a opens vertically upward and is located between the water inlet 11ba and the second liquid outlet 11bd. Therefore, it can achieve a better water blocking effect and better realize the flow distribution between the first and second water flow paths.

[0089] Specifically, the detergent flows into the guide channel 13a from the inlet 11bb and flows upward along the guide channel 13a to flow into the water flow path between the inlet 11ba and the second outlet 11bd.

[0090] It should be noted that the flow guide channel 13a opens upwards in the vertical direction, where "vertical direction" refers to... Figure 7 The vertical direction referred to in the text.

[0091] The specific structural form of the first blocking rib 13 can be set according to the actual situation.

[0092] For example, along the liquid flow path from the inlet 11ba to the second outlet 11bd, please refer to... Figure 8 and Figure 9A portion of the sidewall of the first blocking rib 13 near the inlet 11ba is open to form a first overflow port 13b. A portion of the sidewall of the first blocking rib 13 away from the inlet 11ba is open to form a second overflow port 13c. The opening size of the first overflow port 13b is smaller than the opening size of the second overflow port 13c.

[0093] In other words, the flow opening of the first blocking rib 13 near the inlet 11ba is smaller, while the flow opening of the first blocking rib 13 near the second outlet 11bd is larger. As a result, more detergent flowing into the intermediate cavity 11b through the guide channel 13a will flow towards the side near the second outlet 11bd, which plays a better guiding role and at the same time prevents the detergent from flowing back towards the inlet 11ba to the greatest extent.

[0094] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 8 and Figure 11 The detergent dispensing device 10 also includes a second blocking rib 14, which is disposed in the intermediate cavity 11b and located on the side of the inlet 11ba near the first outlet 11bc. A portion of the second blocking rib 14 is open to form a third flow port 14a, which is located between the inlet 11ba and the first outlet 11bc. This allows for better distribution of water flow rate along the first and second water flow paths.

[0095] Specifically, the second blocking rib 14 is disposed in the area of ​​the intermediate cavity 11b between the inlet 11ba and the first outlet 11bc, and it can play a certain role in blocking water. The water flowing along the first water flow path can flow through the third overflow port 14a.

[0096] In one specific embodiment, the detergent dispensing device 10 includes a second blocking rib 14 and a first blocking rib 13. Depending on the actual situation, during the design process, the flow area at the first flow port 13b, the second flow port 13c, and the third flow port 14a can be adjusted to regulate the flow distribution along the first water flow path and the second water flow path.

[0097] In some embodiments, the flow area at the first outlet 13b is larger than the flow area at the third outlet 14a, thereby drawing more water to the inlet 11bb of the intermediate cavity 11b, fully mixing the detergent and water, avoiding detergent residue on clothes due to insufficient dissolution, and ensuring that the detergent and water are fully mixed to give full play to the role of its active ingredients and improve the cleaning effect.

[0098] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 7 and Figure 11The storage chamber 11a can supply liquid to the intermediate chamber 11b. The detergent dispensing device 10 includes a sealing element 15, which is movably disposed within the flow channel 13a. When the storage chamber 11a supplies liquid to the intermediate chamber 11b, the sealing element 15 moves relative to the storage box 11 under the action of the liquid supply pressure to open the inlet 11bb. When the storage chamber 11a stops supplying liquid to the intermediate chamber 11b, the sealing element 15 moves relative to the storage box 11 under the action of gravity to block the inlet 11bb. Thus, by controlling whether the storage chamber 11a supplies liquid, the flow channel 13a can be opened and closed.

[0099] Specifically, the sealing element 15 is movably disposed at the flow channel 13a. On the one hand, the sealing element 15 can be moved away from the liquid inlet 11bb to avoid the liquid inlet 11bb, thereby enabling the liquid inlet 11bb to be open. On the other hand, the sealing element 15 can be moved closer to the liquid inlet 11bb to block the liquid inlet 11bb, thereby preventing detergent leakage.

[0100] It should be noted that there are no restrictions on the specific method by which the liquid is supplied from the storage chamber 11a to the intermediate chamber 11b.

[0101] For example, the detergent dispensing device 10 includes a liquid extraction assembly 12, which is connected to both a liquid storage chamber 11a and an intermediate chamber 11b for supplying liquid to the intermediate chamber 11b. When the liquid extraction assembly 12 is activated, the sealing member 15 can move under the liquid supply pressure of the liquid extraction assembly 12. When the liquid extraction assembly 12 is deactivated, the sealing member 15 can move relative to the liquid storage box 11 under the action of gravity. Thus, by controlling the activation and deactivation of the liquid extraction assembly 12, the flow channel 13a can be opened and closed, which facilitates liquid supply while effectively preventing detergent leakage.

[0102] The relative movement of the sealing element 15 is achieved through the liquid supply pressure of the liquid extraction assembly 12 and the weight of the sealing element 15 itself. Specifically, when the liquid extraction assembly 12 is activated, it supplies detergent from the storage chamber 11a along the liquid supply path toward the inlet 11bb. Under the liquid supply pressure of the liquid extraction assembly 12, the sealing element 15 is pushed open by the detergent by a certain distance, thereby opening the inlet 11bb.

[0103] When the liquid extraction component 12 is closed, the liquid supply pressure of the liquid extraction component 12 is removed, and the sealing component 15 falls under its own gravity, thus resealing the liquid inlet 11bb.

[0104] It should be noted that the specific structural form of the sealing component 15 is not limited. For example, the sealing component 15 can be a ball bearing. By using the ball bearing to seal the liquid inlet 11bb, the movement of the sealing component 15 can be well realized, and a good sealing effect can be achieved.

[0105] The blocking component 15 is movably disposed within the flow channel 13a, which can effectively guide the movement of the blocking component 15 and prevent it from deviating from the set movement path.

[0106] It should be noted that the opening size of the first flow port 13b and the second flow port 13c is smaller than the outer dimensions of the sealing member 15. Therefore, the sealing member 15 can be prevented from leaving the guide channel 13a through the first flow port 13b and the second flow port 13c.

[0107] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 11 The flow channel 13a extends vertically, with one end of the flow channel 13a facing away from the liquid inlet 11bb located on the top side of the liquid inlet 11bb. In other words, the sealing element 15 moves vertically within the flow channel 13a. Therefore, even when the liquid extraction assembly 12 is closed, the sealing element 15 can better seal the liquid inlet 11bb under its own weight, thus improving the sealing effect of the sealing element 15.

[0108] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The detergent dispensing device 10 also includes a cover 16, which is movably disposed at the liquid dispensing port 111a to switch between opening and closing the liquid dispensing port 111a. This allows the user to easily add detergent through the liquid dispensing port 111a, while the cover 16 also provides a good seal for the liquid dispensing port 111a.

[0109] In other words, in this embodiment, neither the first box 111 nor the second box 112 of the liquid storage box 11 is pulled out by the user. The user adds detergent into the liquid storage chamber 11a through the liquid dispensing port 111a by pulling out the cover 16. As a result, the liquid storage chamber 11a does not need to be pulled out, which makes it easier to increase the capacity of the liquid storage chamber 11a.

[0110] The specific manner in which the cover 16 moves relative to the liquid inlet 111a can be set according to actual conditions. For example, the cover 16 can be rotatably mounted at the liquid inlet 111a. Or, the cover 16 can be pulled out and mounted at the liquid inlet 111a.

[0111] It should be noted that the specific arrangement between the cover 16 and the first box 111 and the second box 112 is not limited.

[0112] For example, the cover 16 is rotatably mounted on the first box 111, so that the cover 16 can be opened and closed by rotating it.

[0113] For example, please refer to Figure 12The detergent dispensing device 10 is used to cooperate with the housing 20 of the garment processing equipment, and the cover 16 is rotatably mounted on the housing 20. That is, the cover 16 is not mounted on the first box 111 and the second box 112, but on the housing 20 of the garment processing equipment. The cover 16 can also open and close the liquid dispensing port 111a by rotating relative to the housing 20.

[0114] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The liquid storage box 11 also includes a locking structure 113, which includes a first locking part 1131 and a second locking part 1132. The first locking part 1131 is disposed on the cover 16, and the second locking part 1132 is disposed on the first box 111. When the cover 16 closes the liquid dispensing port 111a, the first locking part 1131 and the second locking part 1132 lock together. By locking the first locking part 1131 and the second locking part 1132 together, the cover 16 can be securely locked onto the first box 111 when the cover 16 closes the liquid dispensing port 111a, thereby improving the connection stability between the cover 16 and the first box 111.

[0115] Specifically, the locking structure 113 is a structure with a locking effect. When the cover 16 closes the liquid dispensing port 111a, the first locking part 1131 locks onto the second locking part 1132. When the cover 16 moves to the position that opens the liquid dispensing port 111a, the first locking part 1131 separates from the second locking part 1132 to release the lock.

[0116] It should be noted that the specific structural form of the first locking part 1131 and the second locking part 1132 is not limited.

[0117] For example, the first locking part 1131 is a locking tongue provided on the cover 16, and the second locking part 1132 is a locking structure provided on the first box 111. The locking structure includes two symmetrically arranged spring arms. When the cover 16 closes the liquid dispensing port 111a, the locking tongue is engaged between the two spring arms, and the two spring arms engage with the locking tongue to lock the locking tongue.

[0118] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 The liquid storage box 11 also includes an elastic element 114. The detergent dispensing device 10 is used to cooperate with the housing 20 of the laundry treatment equipment. The opposite ends of the elastic element 114 are connected to the cover 16 and the housing 20, respectively. When the first locking part 1131 and the second locking part 1132 are unlocked, the cover 16 moves under the elastic force of the elastic element 114 to open the liquid dispensing port 111a. Thus, the cover 16 can automatically pop open to allow the user to add detergent to the liquid dispensing port 111a.

[0119] Specifically, when the first locking part 1131 and the second locking part 1132 are locked together, the locking force of the first locking part 1131 and the second locking part 1132 is greater than the elastic force of the elastic member 114, at which time the cover 16 blocks the liquid dispensing port 111a. When the user presses the cover 16 to release the locking engagement between the first locking part 1131 and the second locking part 1132, the cover 16 can move under the elastic force of the elastic member 114, thereby opening the liquid dispensing port 111a.

[0120] It should be noted that the specific type of elastic element 114 is not limited; for example, elastic element 114 is a torsion spring.

[0121] In one specific embodiment, the liquid storage box 11 further includes a sealing ring, which is disposed on the cover 16 to seal the liquid inlet 111a when the cover 16 blocks the liquid inlet 111a.

[0122] In one specific embodiment, please refer to Figure 1 The detergent dispensing device 10 also includes a water inlet pipe, a first liquid outlet pipe, and a second liquid outlet pipe. The detergent dispensing device 10 also includes a water inlet valve, which is connected to the water inlet 11ba via the water inlet pipe. One end of the first liquid outlet pipe is connected to the first liquid outlet 11bc, and the other end is connected to other structures of the clothing processing equipment. One end of the second liquid outlet pipe is connected to the second liquid outlet 11bd, and the other end is connected to other structures of the clothing processing equipment.

[0123] In one specific embodiment, the garment processing equipment further includes a panel and a base, with the upper part of the detergent dispensing device 10 connected to the panel and the lower part of the detergent dispensing device connected to the base.

[0124] In other words, by fixing the upper and lower parts of the detergent dispensing device 10 to the panel and the base respectively, the installation stability of the detergent dispensing device 10 can be improved, and the detergent dispensing device can be better prevented from becoming loose.

[0125] In the description of this application, the references to terms such as "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," "in a specific embodiment," or "exemplary," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this application, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine the different embodiments or examples described in this application, as well as the features of the different embodiments or examples.

[0126] 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 are included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A detergent dispensing device, characterized in that, include: A liquid storage box includes a first box body and a second box body, which together form a liquid storage cavity. At least one of the first box body and the second box body forms an intermediate cavity. The liquid storage box includes a partition located between the intermediate cavity and the liquid storage cavity, which isolates the intermediate cavity from the liquid storage cavity. The intermediate cavity has a water inlet.

2. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least a portion of the first box extends vertically upward to form a liquid inlet, which is connected to the liquid storage chamber.

3. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The second box has the intermediate cavity, the upper part of which is open to form an opening, and at least a portion of the first box covers the opening to close it.

4. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The intermediate cavity has a liquid inlet and a liquid outlet, and the liquid storage cavity has a liquid outlet.

5. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, Along the length of the intermediate cavity, the water inlet is located at one end of the intermediate cavity along the length, the liquid outlet is located at the other end of the intermediate cavity along the length, and the liquid inlet is located between the two ends of the intermediate cavity along the length.

6. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The liquid outlet includes a first liquid outlet and a second liquid outlet, which are located on opposite sides of the water inlet, and the liquid inlet is located between the water inlet and the second liquid outlet.

7. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The detergent dispensing device further includes a first blocking rib, which is disposed in the intermediate cavity and located at the liquid inlet. The first blocking rib has a flow guiding channel, which is connected to the liquid inlet. The flow guiding channel opens vertically upward and is located between the water inlet and the second liquid outlet.

8. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, Along the liquid flow path from the inlet to the second outlet, a portion of the sidewall of the first blocking rib near the inlet is opened to form a first flow outlet. A portion of the sidewall of the first blocking rib facing away from the water inlet is open to form a second flow port, wherein the opening size of the first flow port is smaller than the opening size of the second flow port.

9. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The detergent dispensing device further includes a second blocking rib, which is disposed in the intermediate cavity and located on the side of the water inlet near the first liquid outlet. A portion of the second blocking rib is open to form a third flow outlet, which is located between the water inlet and the first liquid outlet.

10. The detergent dispensing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The liquid storage chamber can supply liquid to the intermediate chamber. The detergent dispensing device includes a sealing element, which is movably disposed in the flow channel. When the liquid storage chamber supplies liquid to the intermediate chamber, the sealing element moves relative to the liquid storage box under the action of the liquid supply pressure to open the liquid inlet. When the liquid storage chamber stops supplying liquid to the intermediate chamber, the sealing element moves relative to the liquid storage box under the action of gravity to block the liquid inlet.

11. A garment processing device, comprising a liquid extraction assembly, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment further includes a detergent dispensing device as described in any one of claims 1-10, wherein the liquid extraction component is connected to the liquid storage chamber and the intermediate chamber respectively, for supplying liquid to the intermediate chamber.

12. The garment processing equipment according to claim 11, characterized in that, The garment processing equipment also includes a panel and a base, with the upper part of the detergent dispensing device connected to the panel and the lower part of the detergent dispensing device connected to the base.

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