Electrolysis device and laundry treatment apparatus

Abstract

The present disclosure provides an electrolysis device and a clothes treatment apparatus. The electrolysis device comprises a housing and an electrolysis assembly, the housing has an electrolysis cavity; part of the electrolysis assembly is located in the electrolysis cavity to electrolyze fluid flowing through the electrolysis cavity; wherein a flow guiding component is arranged in the electrolysis cavity, and the flow guiding component is used to guide the fluid entering the electrolysis cavity to gather towards the electrolysis assembly. The electrolysis assembly of the embodiment of the present disclosure can make more electrolyte diffuse into the electrolysis region of the electrolysis assembly, ensure the continuous and stable high-efficiency electrolysis work of the electrolysis assembly, facilitate the electrolysis products to flow out of the electrolysis cavity with the electrolyte, and improve the electrolysis efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and more specifically to an electrolysis device and clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Electrolysis devices generate highly reactive hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone by electrolyzing water. By incorporating electrolysis devices into clothing processing equipment such as washing machines, sterilization and disinfection can be performed during the clothing processing, and the effects of washing ratio, colorfastness, white bleaching, and drum cleaning can be improved.

[0003] In related technologies, the electrolysis device is arranged inside the electrolysis chamber of the clothing processing equipment, which results in a short contact time between water and the electrolysis device, poor contact effect between water and the electrolysis device, and affects the electrolysis efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] This disclosure aims to at least partially address one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0005] Therefore, embodiments of this disclosure propose an electrolysis apparatus that improves the contact effect between water and the electrolysis components.

[0006] Embodiments of this disclosure provide a garment processing device.

[0007] The electrolysis apparatus of this disclosure includes:

[0008] The outer casing has an electrolysis chamber;

[0009] An electrolysis assembly, a portion of which is located within the electrolysis chamber to electrolyze a fluid flowing through the electrolysis chamber;

[0010] The electrolysis chamber is provided with a flow guiding component, which is used to guide the fluid entering the electrolysis chamber toward the electrolysis assembly.

[0011] In the electrolysis device of this embodiment, the guiding component can guide the electrolyte to flow within the electrolysis chamber, thereby causing the electrolyte to converge towards the electrolysis assembly, increasing the flow velocity of the electrolyte around the electrolysis assembly, and allowing more electrolyte to diffuse into the electrolysis area of ​​the electrolysis assembly. This ensures continuous, stable, and efficient electrolysis operation of the electrolysis assembly, while also facilitating the smooth flow of electrolysis products out of the electrolysis chamber with the electrolyte, thus improving electrolysis efficiency. The electrolyte flowing into the electrolysis chamber can be electrolyzed by the electrolysis assembly and then flow out, achieving electrolysis of the flowing electrolyte and improving electrolysis efficiency. The electrolysis device can electrolyze water during the electrolyte flow process, achieving flow-through electrolysis. When applied to clothing processing equipment such as washing machines and washer-dryer combos, it can perform water electrolysis on the flowing water during water intake, improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0012] In some embodiments, the draining member extends toward the electrolysis assembly and is spaced apart from the electrolysis assembly.

[0013] In this embodiment, when the flow-guiding component extends toward the electrolysis component, it can guide the electrolyte to flow toward the electrolysis component, causing the electrolyte that is far away from the electrolysis component in the electrolysis chamber to gather toward the electrolysis component. At the same time, it avoids contact between the flow-guiding component and the electrolysis component, keeping a certain distance between them to ensure the normal and stable operation of the component.

[0014] In some embodiments, a current-passing gap is formed between one end of the current-passing component adjacent to the electrolysis component and the electrolysis component, the height of the current-passing gap being 1 mm to 4 mm.

[0015] This embodiment controls the gap between the flow guide component and the electrolysis component, allowing the fluid to converge towards the electrolysis component while preventing the fluid velocity from being too high due to an excessively small gap, thus ensuring sufficient contact with the electrolysis component located downstream of the flow guide component. By reasonably controlling the height of the flow gap, this embodiment also ensures that the electrolysis component located downstream of the flow guide component can fully contact the electrolyte, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0016] In some embodiments, the drainage component is connected to the housing.

[0017] In this embodiment, the drainage component is connected to the outer shell. The drainage component can be integrally formed with the outer shell, or the drainage component can be manufactured separately as a separate part and then connected to the outer shell. This allows for more flexible adjustment of the arrangement and position of the drainage component, reducing the processing difficulty and cost of the component.

[0018] In some embodiments, there are multiple drainage components, which are disposed on both sides of the electrolysis assembly and spaced apart from the electrolysis assembly.

[0019] In this embodiment, multiple drainage components can be provided. Under the combined action of multiple drainage components, the electrolyte can be gathered towards the electrolysis component, thereby improving the contact effect between the electrolyte and the electrolysis component.

[0020] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly has a first side and a second side in the first direction, and the distance between the draining member located on the first side of the electrolysis assembly and the draining member located on the second side of the electrolysis assembly is 0.3 to 0.7 of the height of the electrolysis chamber in the first direction.

[0021] This embodiment can reasonably control the flow rate change in the electrolysis chamber by adjusting the ratio of the actual flow height at the location of the flow guide component to the total flow height of the electrolysis chamber. This makes the fluid flow in the electrolysis chamber more controllable, allows the electrolyte in the electrolysis chamber to contact the electrolysis components more effectively, and improves the smoothness of electrolyte flow.

[0022] In some embodiments, the drainage component is a baffle, and a drainage path is defined between the free end of the baffle and the inner wall of the housing opposite to the free end of the baffle and / or between the free ends of the baffles opposite to each other.

[0023] In this embodiment, a baffle can be provided on at least one side of the inner wall of the outer shell in the circumferential direction. The baffle can block the electrolyte from passing through and cause the electrolyte to gather towards the flow path, so that more electrolyte comes into contact with the electrolysis component and diffuses into the electrolysis area, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency and the outflow of electrolysis products.

[0024] In some embodiments, the flow area of ​​the guiding path is smaller than the flow area of ​​other parts of the electrolysis chamber.

[0025] In this embodiment, the electrolyte has a higher flow rate and pressure when flowing through the guide path, which allows the electrolyte in the electrolysis area of ​​the electrolysis component to have a faster flow rate, making it easier for new electrolyte to be added into the electrolysis area and for the electrolysis products to flow out from the electrolysis area.

[0026] In some embodiments, the housing includes a first housing and a second housing connected to define the electrolysis chamber, the first housing having an inlet port and an outlet port connected to the electrolysis chamber.

[0027] In this embodiment, the outer shell is formed by assembling the first shell and the second shell. The first shell and the second shell can be manufactured separately, which facilitates the processing and manufacturing of the outer shell and the setting of the electrolysis chamber and internal drainage components, so as to construct an electrolysis chamber structure with good performance. At the same time, it facilitates the installation of the electrolysis components, making it easy to place the electrolysis components in the electrolysis chamber and assemble them conveniently.

[0028] In some embodiments, the liquid inlet port and the electrolysis assembly are at least partially offset in the axial direction of the liquid inlet port;

[0029] And / or, the liquid outlet port and the electrolysis assembly are at least partially misaligned in the axial direction of the liquid outlet port.

[0030] In this embodiment, by misaligning the inlet port and the electrolysis component, the fluid flowing into the electrolysis chamber from the inlet port will not directly impact the electrolysis component, thus preventing damage to the component or shedding of surface material, and avoiding contamination of the fluid. By misaligning the outlet port and the electrolysis component, interference from the electrolysis component during fluid discharge is reduced, flow resistance at the outlet port is lowered, improving fluid discharge efficiency, reducing fluid scouring of the electrolysis component, and enhancing the stability of the fluid flowing out of the electrolysis chamber.

[0031] In some embodiments, the first housing includes an inlet extension and an outlet extension, the inlet port passing through the inlet extension and the outlet port passing through the outlet extension, the inlet extension and the outlet extension extending outward from the outer wall of the first housing in a direction away from the first housing by a predetermined distance, or extending outward from the inner wall of the first housing toward the electrolysis chamber by a predetermined distance.

[0032] In this embodiment, the liquid inlet extension and the liquid outlet extension are pedestal-shaped. The liquid inlet extension and the liquid outlet extension can be located on the outside of the housing, extending a predetermined distance from the outer wall of the first housing away from the first housing. Alternatively, the liquid inlet extension and the liquid outlet extension can also be located inside the electrolysis chamber of the housing, extending a predetermined distance from the inner wall of the first housing into the electrolysis chamber, thereby facilitating the assembly and connection of the liquid inlet port and the liquid outlet port.

[0033] In some embodiments, the circumferential wall surfaces of the inlet extension and the outlet extension are configured as positioning surfaces for pluggable connection.

[0034] In this embodiment, when the liquid inlet extension and the liquid outlet extension are located on the outside of the housing, the outer wall surface of the liquid inlet extension and the liquid outlet extension is constructed as a positioning surface that can be used for plug-in connection. When the liquid inlet extension and the liquid outlet extension are located on the inside of the housing, the inner wall surface of the liquid inlet extension and the liquid outlet extension is constructed as a positioning surface that can be used for plug-in connection. This facilitates the connection of the electrolysis device with pipelines and other components, making alignment easier. By plugging in a certain distance, the sealing and stability of the connection structure can be improved.

[0035] In some embodiments, the flow direction of the fluid in the electrolysis chamber is orthogonal to the flow direction of the fluid in the inlet port and the outlet port.

[0036] This embodiment improves the uniformity of electrolyte distribution within the electrolysis chamber by altering the flow direction of the electrolyte after it enters the electrolysis chamber and the flow direction of the electrolyte when it exits the electrolysis chamber. This prevents the electrolyte from directly impacting the electrolysis components and avoids turbulent electrolyte flow within the electrolysis chamber, which could affect electrolysis efficiency. This embodiment can improve electrolyte efficiency and facilitates the calibration and control of electrolysis efficiency, making it highly practical.

[0037] In some embodiments, the first housing has a first abutting surface, the second housing has a second abutting surface that fits against the first abutting surface, one of the first abutting surface and the second abutting surface has a groove and the other has a protrusion, the protrusion is disposed in the groove, and a sealing member is provided between the protrusion and the groove.

[0038] In this embodiment, the first and second housings can be connected by screws or other connectors during assembly. The fit of the groove and the protrusion together improves the alignment accuracy of the first and second housings and prevents positional misalignment. By providing a seal between the protrusion and the groove, the sealing performance between the first and second housings can be improved. The labyrinth-like sealing structure formed by the protrusion and the groove ensures the stability and sealing performance of the overall housing structure.

[0039] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly partially passes through the second housing and is located outside the second housing to form a terminal portion, the outer side of the second housing is provided with a peripheral plate, the terminal portion is located within a receiving cavity defined by the peripheral plate, and a seal is provided between the electrolysis assembly and the second housing.

[0040] In this embodiment, the terminal block is used to connect to an external power source, facilitating the installation and power supply of the electrolysis assembly. The outer plate is arranged circumferentially along the terminal block, protecting it and preventing interference with external components. The seal between the electrolysis assembly and the second housing ensures a tight seal at the connection point, preventing leakage from the electrolysis chamber and improving the sealing performance of the electrolysis device.

[0041] In some embodiments, one of the first housing and the second housing has a guide portion that corresponds to the inner cavity of the other housing to guide the first housing and the second housing to align and abut.

[0042] In this embodiment, the guide part can be an annular guide plate with a certain taper. When the first housing and the second housing are aligned, the guide plate can guide the first housing and the second housing to align and assemble together, which improves the assembly efficiency and facilitates automated assembly in the later stage.

[0043] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly includes a first electrode plate and a second electrode plate, the first electrode plate and the second electrode plate being stacked along a first direction and spaced apart from each other, and at least one of the first electrode plates and the second electrode plate having a through hole extending along the first direction, so that fluid in the electrolysis chamber can diffuse through the through hole to the space between the first electrode plate and the second electrode plate.

[0044] In this embodiment, by providing a through hole in at least one of the first and second electrode plates along the first direction, the electrolyte can more easily diffuse between the first and second electrode plates, thereby increasing the flow rate of the electrolyte between the first and second electrode plates, allowing the electrolysis reaction to continue and carrying away the electrolysis products, thus improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0045] In some embodiments, the connecting hole is disposed adjacent to the drainage component.

[0046] This embodiment can improve the concentration of electrolyte in the electrolysis chamber towards the connecting hole. The electrolyte can not only flow from the first electrode plate and the second electrode plate circumferentially to the electrolysis region, but also flow through the connecting hole to the electrolysis region, thereby increasing the diffusion rate and further improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0047] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly further includes a proton exchange membrane disposed between the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet, such that the first electrode sheet, the proton exchange membrane, and the second electrode sheet form a laminate, wherein the proton exchange membrane is attached to the first electrode sheet on a first side in the first direction and to the second electrode sheet on a second side in the first direction.

[0048] In this embodiment, the first electrode sheet, the proton exchange membrane, and the second electrode sheet are bonded together, which facilitates the fixation of the proton exchange membrane, facilitates the control of the pressure between the first electrode sheet, the proton exchange membrane, and the second electrode sheet, and ensures the adhesion between the three, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency and effect. This embodiment can simplify the connection structure between components, improve the stability of the connection structure, improve practicality, and at the same time reduce the distance between the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet, thereby reducing energy consumption and improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0049] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly further includes a first connecting member and a second connecting member, both of which pass through the laminate along the first direction to fix the laminate, and the first connecting member and the second connecting member are connected to the housing to suspend the electrolysis assembly within the electrolysis chamber.

[0050] In this embodiment, the first connecting component and the second connecting component facilitate the control of the pressure between the first electrode plate, the proton exchange membrane, and the second electrode plate, and ensure the fit between the three, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency and effect. This embodiment can simplify the connection structure between components, improve the stability of the connection structure, and enhance practicality. The electrolysis assembly suspended in the electrolysis chamber can have a sufficient gap distance between itself and the side wall of the electrolysis chamber to avoid short circuits, and facilitate the contact between the electrolyte and the electrolysis assembly, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0051] In some embodiments, the first connecting member is electrically connected to the first electrode plate and electrically insulated from the second electrode plate, the second connecting member is electrically connected to the second electrode plate and electrically insulated from the first electrode plate, a portion of the first connecting member is located outside the housing to form a first terminal portion, and a portion of the second connecting member is located in the housing to form a second terminal portion.

[0052] In this embodiment, the structure of the electrode assembly is simplified by the inclusion of the first and second connecting components. This makes alignment between components easier, connection more convenient, and overall stability better. Compared to related technologies that use methods such as bending electrode sheets or welding ear plates onto electrode sheets to set wiring terminals, this effectively reduces the processing difficulty of the electrode sheets and the difficulty of leading out the wiring terminals, allowing for better control of the sealing performance of the equipment after assembly.

[0053] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly further includes a first end plate and a second end plate. The first end plate is disposed on the side of the first electrode sheet opposite to the second electrode sheet, and the second end plate is disposed on the side of the second electrode sheet opposite to the first electrode sheet. The first connecting member and the second connecting member both pass through the first end plate and the second end plate. The first connecting member and the second connecting member both apply force to the first end plate and the second end plate along the first direction to clamp the laminated body.

[0054] In this embodiment, the first connecting component and the second connecting component pass through the first end plate and the second end plate. The first end plate and the second end plate can protect the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet. The first connecting component and the second connecting component clamp and fix the laminate by applying force to the first end plate and the second end plate, thereby dispersing the force acting on the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet, avoiding excessive local stress concentration when the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet are directly subjected to force, and avoiding damage or breakage of the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet.

[0055] In some embodiments, both the first end plate and the second end plate are conductive plates. The first end plate is electrically connected to the first electrode sheet and the first connecting component and is electrically insulated from the second connecting component. The second end plate is electrically connected to the second electrode sheet and the second connecting component and is electrically insulated from the first connecting component.

[0056] In this embodiment, the first end plate can distribute the current more evenly to the first electrode plate, and the second end plate can distribute the current more evenly to the second electrode plate, so that a low-resistance current-collecting surface is formed between the first end plate and the first electrode plate, and between the second end plate and the second electrode plate, thereby reducing resistance and improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0057] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly further includes a first insulating pad and a second insulating pad. The first insulating pad is disposed between the first connecting member and the second electrode sheet and between the first connecting member and the second end plate, so as to electrically insulate the first connecting member from the second electrode sheet and the second end plate. The second insulating pad is disposed between the second connecting member and the first electrode sheet and between the second connecting member and the first electrode sheet, so as to electrically insulate the second connecting member from the first electrode sheet and the first end plate.

[0058] In this embodiment, the first insulating gasket is used to isolate the first connecting component and the second electrode plate, as well as the first connecting component and the component electrically connected to the second electrode plate, thereby achieving electrical insulation between the first connecting component and the second electrode plate, ensuring that the first connecting component supplies power only to the first electrode plate. Similarly, the second insulating gasket is used to isolate the second connecting component and the first electrode plate, as well as the second connecting component and the component electrically connected to the first electrode plate, thereby achieving electrical insulation between the second connecting component and the first electrode plate. This ensures the normal and stable operation of the electrolysis reaction in the electrolysis assembly.

[0059] In some embodiments, each of the first insulating gasket and the second insulating gasket includes a plate and a sleeve, the plate being connected to the sleeve. The plate of the first insulating gasket abuts against the side of the second end plate opposite to the second electrode sheet and between the first connecting member. The sleeve of the first insulating gasket surrounds the first connecting member and extends through the second end plate into the second electrode sheet.

[0060] The plate of the second insulating pad abuts against the side of the first end plate opposite to the first electrode sheet and between the first connecting member, and the sleeve of the second insulating pad surrounds the second connecting member and extends through the first end plate into the first electrode sheet.

[0061] In this embodiment, the first insulating gasket plate body can achieve axial isolation between the second end plate and the first connecting component. The sleeve of the first insulating gasket is fitted onto the outer side of a portion of the first connecting component and onto the inner side of the through holes of the second electrode plate and the second end plate, preventing radial contact between the first connecting component and the inner wall of the through holes of the second end plate and the second electrode plate. Similarly, the second insulating gasket plate body can achieve axial isolation between the first end plate and the second connecting component. The sleeve of the second insulating gasket is fitted onto the outer side of a portion of the second connecting component and onto the inner side of the through holes of the first electrode plate and the first end plate, preventing radial contact between the second connecting component and the inner wall of the through holes of the first end plate and the first electrode plate. This achieves axial and radial positioning and component isolation, facilitating assembly, positioning, and installation while providing electrical insulation.

[0062] In some embodiments, the first connecting component includes a first bolt and a first nut, wherein the first bolt passes sequentially through the first insulating gasket, the second end plate, the second electrode plate, the proton membrane, the first electrode plate, the first end plate, and the first nut along the first direction;

[0063] The second connecting component includes a second bolt and a second nut. The second bolt passes sequentially through the second end plate, the second electrode plate, the proton membrane, the first electrode plate, the first end plate, the second insulating gasket, and the second nut along the first direction.

[0064] In this embodiment, the positioning and connection between components can be achieved through the first bolt and the second bolt, which simplifies assembly, ensures high reliability of the electrical contact structure and electrical insulation structure, and makes it highly practical.

[0065] In some embodiments, the first connecting component further includes a first conductive washer, the first insulating washer abutting against the head of the first bolt, the first conductive washer surrounding the first bolt and in electrical contact with the first end plate and the first nut.

[0066] The second connecting component further includes a second conductive washer, the second insulating washer being disposed between the second nut and the first end plate, the second conductive washer surrounding the second bolt and making electrical contact with the head of the second bolt and the second end plate.

[0067] In this embodiment, the first conductive washer can be a flat washer or a spring washer, or both. The first conductive washer is located between the first end plate and the first nut. The first conductive washer increases the contact area between the first connecting component and the first end plate, improves conductivity, and enhances the stability of the connection structure between the first bolt and the first nut. The second conductive washer can be a flat washer or a spring washer, or both. The second conductive washer is located between the second end plate and the head of the second bolt. The second conductive washer increases the contact area between the second connecting component and the second end plate, improves conductivity, and enhances the stability of the connection structure between the second bolt and the second nut.

[0068] In some embodiments, the first connecting component further includes a third nut, and the second connecting component further includes a fourth nut, the third nut being disposed on the first bolt and the fourth nut being disposed on the second bolt for securing the electrolysis assembly to the housing.

[0069] The first and second connecting components in this embodiment realize the fixing of the electrode sheet, the conduction of the electrode sheet, and the installation of the electrolysis component, achieving the integration of multiple functions. The structure has a high degree of integration and good practicality. At the same time, the first and second electrode sheets in this embodiment are installed in a suspended state, which can reduce the requirements for installation space and ensure sufficient distance between the first and second electrode sheets and the outer shell of the equipment, thereby improving the stability of the current circuit and the reliability of the working performance of the electrolysis component.

[0070] This disclosure provides a garment processing apparatus, including an electrolysis device as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0071] The clothing processing device of this embodiment can install an electrolysis device in the pipeline between the water inlet valve and the processing chamber of the clothing processing device. The electrolysis device is used to electrolyze the electrolyte, and the electrolyzed electrolyte flows to the processing chamber to realize flow-through electrolysis, which improves the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device. It can make reasonable use of the space inside the casing, improve the rationality of the layout and the compactness of the structure.

[0072] In some embodiments, the garment handling apparatus further includes:

[0073] chassis;

[0074] A processing cylinder, wherein the processing cylinder is disposed within the housing and has a processing cavity;

[0075] A material box is disposed on the machine housing, and the electrolysis device is disposed on the top of the material box. The material box has an inlet channel and an outlet channel. The inlet channel is connected to the inlet port of the electrolysis device, and the outlet channel is connected to the outlet port of the electrolysis device.

[0076] In this embodiment of the garment processing equipment, the electrolysis device is no longer directly installed inside the processing drum, but rather positioned above the material box. This arrangement of the electrolysis device does not affect the welding of the material box, reduces the space occupied on the side of the material box, reduces the overall width of the material box, and facilitates the removal and maintenance of the entire material box. Electrolysis begins before water enters the processing chamber, achieving flow-through electrolysis and improving electrolysis efficiency. Simultaneously, it avoids contact between the electrolysis device and detergent, and prevents lint from the garments from adhering to the electrolysis device, thus preventing any impact on the electrolysis effect and further improving efficiency. Moreover, placing the electrolysis device on the material box outside the processing drum allows for efficient use of the internal space of the machine casing, improving layout rationality and structural compactness.

[0077] In some embodiments, the garment processing equipment further includes a water inlet valve and a reversing valve, both of which are disposed within the housing. The electrolysis device is located between the water inlet valve and the reversing valve. The liquid inlet channel is connected to the water inlet valve, and the liquid outlet channel is connected to the reversing valve.

[0078] There are multiple processing cylinders, and the multiple processing cylinders are connected to the reversing valve for switching the connection between the outlet of the electrolysis device and the processing chamber of the multiple processing cylinders.

[0079] In the clothing processing device of this embodiment, the electrolysis device is located outside the processing cylinder and between the water inlet valve and the reversing valve. The electrolyte after electrolysis can switch the flow direction of the electrolyte through the reversing valve to communicate with multiple processing cylinders respectively. Thus, the electrolytic substance can be delivered to different cylinders at different working stages, thereby improving practicality. Attached Figure Description

[0080] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an electrolysis apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0081] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of an electrolysis apparatus according to an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0082] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the outer casing according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0083] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled outer casing of an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0084] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of an electrolysis component according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0085] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of an electrolysis component according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0086] Figure 7 This is an exploded view of the electrolysis component according to an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0087] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0088] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the material box and the electrolysis apparatus according to an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0089] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled material box according to an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0090] Figure label:

[0091] 1000. Garment processing equipment;

[0092] 100. Electrolysis apparatus;

[0093] 10. Electrolysis assembly;

[0094] 11. First electrode plate; 12. Second electrode plate; 13. Proton exchange membrane; 14. Connecting hole;

[0095] 2. First connecting component; 21. First bolt; 22. First nut; 23. First conductive washer; 24. First terminal block; 25. Third nut;

[0096] 3. Second connecting component; 31. Second bolt; 32. Second nut; 33. Second conductive washer; 34. Second terminal block; 35. Fourth nut;

[0097] 41. First end plate; 42. Second end plate;

[0098] 51. First insulating gasket; 52. Second insulating gasket; 53. Plate; 54. Sleeve;

[0099] 6. Outer shell; 61. Electrolysis chamber; 611. Drainage path; 62. First shell; 621. Groove; 622. First contact surface; 63. Second shell; 631. Protrusion; 632. Seal; 633. Outer plate; 6331. Receiving cavity; 634. Guide; 635. Second contact surface; 64. Liquid inlet extension; 641. Liquid inlet port; 65. Liquid outlet extension; 651. Liquid outlet port; 66. Drainage component;

[0100] 7. Processing cylinder; 701. Processing chamber;

[0101] 8. Material box; 801. First water inlet; 802. First water outlet; 803. Liquid inlet channel; 804. Liquid outlet channel; 805. Detergent chamber;

[0102] 91. Inlet valve; 92. Directional valve; 93. First water pipe; 94. Second water pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0103] Embodiments of this disclosure are described in detail below, with examples of these embodiments illustrated in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this disclosure, and should not be construed as limiting it.

[0104] See Figures 1 to 7 The electrolysis apparatus 100 of this embodiment includes a housing 6 and an electrolysis component 10. The electrolysis apparatus 100 of this embodiment can be applied to clothing processing equipment such as washing machines and washer-dryer combos, and can also be applied to other electrolysis fields. This embodiment is specifically described using its application in clothing processing equipment such as washing machines and washer-dryer combos as an example.

[0105] The outer casing 6 has an electrolysis chamber 61, and a portion of the electrolysis component 10 is located within the electrolysis chamber 61 to electrolyze the fluid flowing through it. In this embodiment, the cross-section of the electrolysis chamber 61 perpendicular to the fluid flow direction is generally rectangular. The electrolyte flowing into the electrolysis chamber 61 is electrolyzed when passing through the electrolysis component 10. The electrolyzed electrolyte undergoes a redox reaction, thereby producing highly oxidizing products such as hydroxyl radicals and ozone. During clothing processing, this can sterilize and disinfect, while also increasing the washing ratio, preventing color bleeding, and bleaching white clothes. It also has a good cleaning effect on the inner wall of the clothing processing equipment drum, making it practical. The electrolyte can be water or a mixture of water and detergent.

[0106] The electrolysis chamber 61 is equipped with a flow guiding component 66, which guides the fluid entering the electrolysis chamber 61 towards the electrolysis assembly 10. It is understood that the fluid is the electrolyte. In this embodiment, the flow guiding component 66 guides the electrolyte to flow within the electrolysis chamber 61, thereby causing the electrolyte to converge towards the electrolysis assembly 10. This increases the flow velocity of the electrolyte around the electrolysis assembly 10, allowing more electrolyte to diffuse into the electrolysis area of ​​the electrolysis assembly 10. This ensures continuous, stable, and efficient electrolysis operation of the electrolysis assembly 10, while also facilitating the smooth outflow of electrolysis products from the electrolysis chamber 61 with the electrolyte, thus improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0107] In this embodiment, the electrolyte flowing into the electrolysis chamber 61 can be electrolyzed by the electrolysis component 10 and then flow out, thereby realizing the electrolysis of the flowing electrolyte and improving the electrolysis efficiency. The electrolysis device 100 can electrolyze water during the flow of the electrolyte, realizing flow-through electrolysis. When applied to clothing processing equipment such as washing machines and washer-dryer combos, it can electrolyze the flowing water during water intake, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0108] See Figure 2 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the draining component 66 extends toward the electrolysis assembly 10 and is spaced apart from the electrolysis assembly 10. In this embodiment, when the draining component 66 extends toward the electrolysis assembly 10, it can guide the electrolyte to flow toward the electrolysis assembly 10, causing the electrolyte in the electrolysis chamber 61 that is far from the electrolysis assembly 10 to gather toward the electrolysis assembly 10, while avoiding contact between the draining component 66 and the electrolysis assembly 10, maintaining a certain distance between them, and ensuring the normal and stable operation of the assembly.

[0109] For example, if the main electrolysis area of ​​the electrolysis assembly 10 is located in the middle of the electrolysis chamber 61, one end of the guiding component 66 can be connected to the side wall of the electrolysis chamber 61, and the other end of the guiding component 66 extends toward the middle of the electrolysis chamber 61. This can guide the electrolyte near the circumferential side wall of the electrolysis chamber 61 to gather toward the middle of the electrolysis chamber 61, so that the electrolyte gathers in the electrolysis area of ​​the electrolysis assembly 10, making it easier for the electrolyte to diffuse into the electrolysis area and improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0110] In some embodiments, a current-passing gap is formed between one end of the current-passing member 66 adjacent to the electrolysis component 10 and the electrolysis component 10, and the height H of the current-passing gap is 1 mm to 4 mm. For example, the height H of the current-passing gap is 1 mm, 2 mm, 2.3 mm, 2.78 mm, 3.4 mm or 4 mm.

[0111] This embodiment controls the gap between the flow guide component 66 and the electrolysis component 10. This allows the fluid to converge towards the electrolysis component while preventing the height H of the flow gap from being too large, which would prevent the fluid from converging towards the electrolysis component. At the same time, it prevents the fluid flow rate from being too fast due to the gap between the flow guide component 66 and the electrolysis component 10 being too small, which would prevent the fluid from making sufficient contact with the electrolysis component located downstream of the flow guide component. By reasonably controlling the height of the flow gap, this embodiment ensures that the electrolysis component located downstream of the flow guide component can also make sufficient contact with the electrolyte, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0112] See Figure 2 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the drainage component 66 is connected to the outer shell 6, and the drainage component 66 can be integrally formed with the outer shell 6. For example, during manufacturing, the drainage component 66 and the outer shell 6 are integrally injection molded. Alternatively, the drainage component 66 can be manufactured as a separate component and then connected to the outer shell 6. For example, after the drainage component 66 is manufactured as a separate component, it is installed on the outer shell 6 using bolts or other connecting parts or snap-fit ​​structures. This embodiment can arrange the drainage component 66 in different structural forms. Based on the structure and arrangement of the drainage component 66, a suitable processing method can be selected to reduce the processing difficulty and cost of the component.

[0113] See Figure 2 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, there are multiple drainage components 66, which are disposed on both sides of the electrolysis component 10 and spaced apart from the electrolysis component 10.

[0114] In this embodiment, multiple guiding components 66 can be arranged opposite to each other. Under the combined action of multiple guiding components 66, the electrolyte is gathered toward the electrolysis assembly 10. Multiple guiding components 66 are arranged on opposite sides of the electrolysis assembly 10, thereby gathering the electrolyte near the side wall of the electrolysis chamber 61 toward the center of the electrolysis chamber 61, so that the electrolysis assembly located in the center of the electrolysis chamber has sufficient and effective contact with the electrolyte, improving the contact effect between the electrolyte and the electrolysis assembly and the electrolysis efficiency.

[0115] Of course, some of the multiple guiding components 66 can be used to guide the electrolyte in different sections to gather towards the electrolysis assembly. For example, if one part of the guiding components 66 and another part of the guiding components 66 are arranged at intervals along the flow direction of the fluid in the electrolysis chamber 61, then the electrolyte can be guided to gather towards the electrolysis assembly 10 when it passes through the two parts of the guiding components 66. When the size of the electrolysis chamber 61 is large, the electrolysis effect can be further improved by gathering the electrolyte towards the electrolysis assembly 10 multiple times.

[0116] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 10 has a first side and a second side in a first direction, wherein the first side is the upper side of the electrolysis assembly 10 and the second side is the lower side of the electrolysis assembly 10. The distance d between the draining member 66 located on the first side of the electrolysis assembly and the draining member 66 located on the second side of the electrolysis assembly 10 is 0.3 to 0.7 times the height D of the electrolysis chamber in the first direction. For example, the distance d is 0.3 times, 0.35 times, 0.44 times, 0.51 times, 0.62 times, or 0.7 times the height D.

[0117] This embodiment can reasonably control the flow rate change in the electrolysis chamber by adjusting the ratio of the actual flow height at the location of the flow guide component to the total flow height of the electrolysis chamber. This makes the fluid flow in the electrolysis chamber more controllable, allows the electrolyte in the electrolysis chamber to contact the electrolysis components more effectively, and improves the smoothness of electrolyte flow.

[0118] See Figure 2 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, the drainage component 66 is a baffle, which is disposed on the inner wall of the housing 6 and integrally formed with the housing 6. The free end of the baffle extends toward the electrolysis component 10 and is spaced apart from the electrolysis component 10. A drainage path 611 is defined between the free end of the baffle and the inner wall of the housing 6 opposite to the free end of the baffle and / or between the free ends of the baffles opposite to each other.

[0119] In this embodiment, a baffle is provided on at least one side of the inner wall of the outer casing 6 in the circumferential direction. The figure shows two opposing baffles provided on the inner wall of the outer casing 6. The baffles can block the electrolyte from passing through and cause the electrolyte to converge toward the flow path 611, thereby increasing the flow rate and pressure of the electrolyte at the flow path 611, so that more electrolyte comes into contact with the electrolysis component 10 and diffuses into the electrolysis area, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency and the outflow of electrolysis products.

[0120] The end of the baffle that is away from the inner wall of the outer casing 6 is the free end; in other words, the end of the baffle that does not contact the inner wall of the outer casing 6 is the free end.

[0121] There can be one baffle, which is disposed on one side of the inner wall of the housing 6. For example, if the baffle is disposed on the upper wall surface of the inner wall of the housing 6, then the lower end of the baffle is a free end. The lower end of the baffle and the lower wall surface of the inner wall of the housing 6 define a flow path 611. The electrolysis assembly 10 is arranged adjacent to the flow path 611, or at least a portion of the electrolysis assembly 10 passes through the flow path 611. This allows the electrolyte to converge towards the flow path 611, improving the contact effect between the electrolysis assembly 10 and the electrolyte.

[0122] There can be multiple baffles. For example, multiple baffles can be connected end to end along the circumference of the inner wall of the outer casing 6, and the middle of the multiple baffles defines a flow path 611. For another example, there can be two baffles, one baffle is provided on the upper wall surface of the inner wall of the outer casing 6, and the other baffle is provided on the lower wall surface of the inner wall of the outer casing 6. The two baffles are arranged opposite each other in the vertical direction, and the flow path 611 is defined between the free ends of the two baffles.

[0123] Furthermore, the flow area of ​​the guiding passage 611 is smaller than the flow area of ​​other parts of the electrolysis chamber 61. It is understood that a smaller flow area in the guiding passage 611 results in a higher flow velocity and pressure of the electrolyte as it flows through this area. This allows for a faster flow rate of the electrolyte within the electrolysis region of the electrolysis assembly 10, facilitating the replenishment of new electrolyte into the electrolysis region and the outflow of electrolysis products from the electrolysis region.

[0124] The flow area of ​​the flow path 611 should not be too small. If the flow path 611 is too small, the pressure inside the electrolysis chamber 61 will be too high, which is not conducive to the sealing of the outer shell 6 and the circuit connected to the electrolysis chamber 61. Therefore, the flow area of ​​the flow path 611 can be determined according to the sealing requirements of the entire electrolyte conveying circuit to ensure the sealing performance of the circuit.

[0125] See Figures 2 to 4In some embodiments, the outer casing 6 includes a first casing 62 and a second casing 63 connected to define an electrolysis chamber 61. The first casing 62 has an inlet port 641 and an outlet port 651, which are connected to the electrolysis chamber 61.

[0126] Electrolyte flows into electrolysis chamber 61 through inlet port 641. Electrolyte in electrolysis chamber 61 is electrolyzed as it flows through electrolysis assembly 10. At the same time, the flow guiding component 66 can improve the contact effect between electrolyte and electrolysis assembly 10, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency. Finally, electrolyte in electrolysis chamber 61 flows out through outlet port 651.

[0127] In this embodiment, the first shell 62 and the second shell 63 are assembled to form the outer shell 6. The first shell 62 and the second shell 63 can be manufactured separately, which facilitates the processing and manufacturing of the outer shell 6 and the setting of the electrolysis chamber 61 and the internal drainage component 66, so as to construct a high-performance electrolysis chamber 61 structure. At the same time, it facilitates the installation of the electrolysis assembly 10, making it easy to place the electrolysis assembly 10 in the electrolysis chamber 61 and facilitating assembly.

[0128] In some embodiments, the inlet port 641 and the electrolysis assembly 10 are at least partially offset in the axial direction of the inlet port; and / or, the outlet port 651 and the electrolysis assembly 10 are at least partially offset in the axial direction of the outlet port.

[0129] In this embodiment, the axial directions of the liquid inlet port 641 and the liquid outlet port 651 are parallel to the vertical direction. The liquid inlet port 641 and the electrolysis component 10 are not opposite each other in the vertical direction, and the liquid outlet port 651 and the electrolysis component 10 are not opposite each other in the vertical direction.

[0130] In this embodiment, by misaligning the inlet port 641 and the electrolysis component 10, the fluid flowing into the electrolysis chamber from the inlet port will not directly impact the electrolysis component, thus preventing damage to the electrolysis component or shedding of surface material, and avoiding contamination of the fluid. By misaligning the outlet port 651 and the electrolysis component 10, the interference of the electrolysis component on the fluid discharge is reduced, the flow resistance at the outlet port is lowered, the fluid discharge effect is improved, and the scouring of the electrolysis component by the fluid is reduced, thereby improving the stability of the fluid flowing out of the electrolysis chamber.

[0131] See Figures 2 to 4 Furthermore, the first housing 62 includes an inlet extension 64 and an outlet extension 65. The inlet port 641 penetrates the inlet extension 64, and the outlet port 651 penetrates the outlet extension 65. The inlet extension 64 and the outlet extension 65 extend outward from the outer wall of the first housing 62 in a direction away from the first housing 62 by a predetermined distance, or extend outward from the inner wall of the first housing 62 toward the electrolysis chamber 61 by a predetermined distance.

[0132] In this embodiment, the inlet extension 64 and the outlet extension 65 are pedestal-shaped. The inlet port 641 is located on the inlet extension 64, and the outlet port 651 is located on the outlet extension 65. The inlet extension 64 and the outlet extension 65 can be located on the outside of the outer shell 6, extending a predetermined distance from the outer wall of the first shell 62 away from the first shell 62. The inlet extension 64 and the outlet extension 65 can also be located inside the electrolysis chamber 61 of the outer shell 6, extending a predetermined distance from the inner wall of the first shell 62 into the electrolysis chamber 61, thereby connecting the inlet port 641 and the outlet port 651.

[0133] See Figures 2 to 4 Furthermore, the circumferential wall surfaces of the liquid inlet extension 64 and the liquid outlet extension 65 are configured as positioning surfaces for pluggable connection. When the liquid inlet extension 64 and the liquid outlet extension 65 are located outside the housing 6, their outer wall surfaces are configured as positioning surfaces for pluggable connection. When the liquid inlet extension 64 and the liquid outlet extension 65 are located inside the housing 6, their inner wall surfaces are configured as positioning surfaces for pluggable connection. This facilitates the connection of the electrolysis device 100 with pipelines and other components, making alignment easier. By inserting a certain distance, the sealing and stability of the connection structure can be improved.

[0134] See Figures 2 to 4 In some embodiments, the flow direction of the fluid in the electrolysis chamber 61 is orthogonal to the flow direction of the fluid in the inlet port 641 and the outlet port 651. The fluid flowing into the electrolysis chamber 61 from the inlet port 641 impacts the inner wall of the electrolysis chamber 61, then changes its flow direction before flowing again within the electrolysis chamber 61. The electrolyte in the electrolysis chamber 61 also needs to change its flow direction before flowing out through the outlet port 651. This can improve the uniformity of electrolyte distribution within the electrolysis chamber 61, prevent the electrolyte from directly impacting the electrolysis assembly 10, and avoid turbulent electrolyte flow within the electrolysis chamber 61 that could affect electrolysis efficiency. This embodiment can improve electrolyte efficiency and facilitates the calibration and control of electrolysis efficiency, making it highly practical.

[0135] When arranging the electrolysis assembly 10, the electrolysis assembly 10 can be staggered from the liquid inlet port 641 and the liquid outlet port 642, thereby reducing the influence of the fluid on the electrolysis assembly 10, reducing the interference of the electrolysis assembly on the liquid inlet and outlet, and making the fluid flow in the electrolysis chamber 61 more stable.

[0136] See Figure 2 and Figure 4In some embodiments, the first housing 62 has a first abutting surface 622, and the second housing 63 has a second abutting surface 635 that fits against the first abutting surface 622. One of the first abutting surface 622 and the second abutting surface 635 has a groove 621 and the other has a protrusion 631. The protrusion 631 is disposed in the groove 621, and a sealing member 632 is provided between the protrusion 631 and the groove 621.

[0137] In this embodiment, the first housing 62 and the second housing 63 can be connected by screws or other connectors during assembly. Annular protrusions 631 and grooves 621 are provided on the mating first contact surface 622 and the second contact surface 635. The fit of the grooves 621 and the protrusions 631 together improves the alignment accuracy of the first housing 62 and the second housing 63, preventing positional misalignment. A sealing element 632 is provided between the protrusions 631 and the grooves 621, improving the sealing performance between the first housing 62 and the second housing 63. The labyrinthine sealing structure formed by the protrusions 631 and the grooves 621 ensures the stability and sealing performance of the overall structure of the outer shell 6.

[0138] The protrusion 631 can be an annular boss on the first abutment surface 622, the groove 621 can be an annular groove on the second abutment surface 635, and the seal 632 can be a rubber sealing ring. During assembly, the first abutment surface 622 and the second abutment surface 635 fit together, and the seal 632 between the groove 621 and the protrusion 631 is deformed under pressure, resulting in good overall sealing performance.

[0139] See Figure 2 In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 10 partially passes through the second housing 63 and is located outside the second housing 63 to form a terminal portion. The outer side of the second housing 63 is provided with a peripheral plate 633. The terminal portion (including the first terminal portion 24 and the second terminal portion 34) is located in the receiving cavity 6331 defined by the peripheral plate 633. A seal 632 is provided between the electrolysis assembly 10 and the second housing 63.

[0140] In this embodiment, a portion of the electrolysis component 10 passes through the second housing 63 to form a terminal section for connection to an external power source, facilitating the installation and power supply of the electrolysis component 10. The outer plate 633 is generally annular and arranged circumferentially along the terminal section, protecting it from interference with external components. The seal 632 between the electrolysis component 10 and the second housing 63 ensures a seal at the connection point, preventing leakage from the electrolysis chamber 61 and improving the sealing performance of the electrolysis device 100.

[0141] In this embodiment, the first housing 62 is provided with an inlet port 641 and an outlet port 651, and the second housing 63 is provided with an electrolysis assembly 10. This results in a more reasonable spatial arrangement, a more compact relative position between components, better practicality, and a smaller overall volume, which can improve the integration and electrolysis efficiency of the equipment.

[0142] See Figure 2 and Figure 4 In some embodiments, one of the first housing 62 and the second housing 63 has a guide portion 634, which corresponds to the inner cavity of the other of the first housing 62 and the second housing 63 to guide the first housing 62 and the second housing 63 to align and abut.

[0143] The guide portion 634 can be an annular guide plate provided on the first housing 62 or the second housing 63. The guide plate has a certain taper. When the first housing 62 and the second housing 63 are aligned, the guide plate can guide the first housing 62 and the second housing 63 to align and assemble together.

[0144] For example, the guide part 634 is located at one end of the second housing 63 near the first housing 62, and the guide part 634 is located adjacent to the inner wall surface of the second housing 63. When the first housing 62 and the second housing 63 are assembled, the end of the guide part 634 first extends into the inner cavity of the first housing 62 to play a positioning role, which also facilitates automated assembly in the later stage and improves installation efficiency.

[0145] See Figures 5 to 7 In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 10 includes a first electrode plate 11 and a second electrode plate 12, which are stacked and spaced apart from each other along a first direction. At least one of the first electrode plates 11 and 12 is provided with a through hole 14 extending along the first direction, so that the fluid in the electrolysis chamber 61 can diffuse through the through hole 14 to the space between the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12.

[0146] In this embodiment, one of the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12 serves as the anode, and the other as the cathode. When energized, they can electrolyze the electrolyte and undergo a redox reaction, thereby generating highly oxidizing hydroxyl radicals, ozone, and other products. During clothing processing, this can sterilize and disinfect, while also increasing the washing ratio, preventing color bleeding, and bleaching white clothes. It also provides good cleaning of the inner wall of the clothing processing equipment drum, making it highly practical. The electrolyte can be water or a mixture of water and detergent.

[0147] The first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12 are stacked and spaced apart in the first direction shown in the figure. The first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12 can be generally flat. Specifically, as shown in the figure... Figure 6As shown in the figure, the first direction is the up-down direction, and the first electrode plate 11 is located above the second electrode plate 12.

[0148] In this embodiment, at least one of the first electrode plates 11 and the second electrode plate 12 is provided with a through hole 14 extending in the first direction, which makes it easier for the electrolyte to diffuse between the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12, increases the flow rate of the electrolyte between the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12, allows the electrolysis reaction to continue and carries away the electrolysis products, and improves the electrolysis efficiency.

[0149] At least one of the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12 is provided with a through hole 14 extending along the first direction. This can be understood as: the through hole 14 is provided only on the first electrode sheet 11, or the through hole 14 is provided only on the second electrode sheet 12, or the through hole 14 is provided on both the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12.

[0150] Optionally, the number of connecting holes 14 can be one or more. For example, there can be one, two, three or five connecting holes 14 on the electrode sheet. The connecting holes can be round holes or elongated holes. They can also be irregularly shaped holes such as petal-shaped holes or curved holes. The number, shape and location of the connecting holes can be determined according to the size of the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12, the size of the gap between the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12, the diffusion rate of the fluid in the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12, etc.

[0151] Furthermore, the connecting hole 14 is disposed adjacent to the flow guiding component 66. This allows the electrolyte within the electrolysis chamber 61 to concentrate towards the connecting hole 14, enabling the electrolyte to flow not only circumferentially from the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12 to the electrolysis region, but also through the connecting hole 14 to the electrolysis region, thereby increasing the diffusion rate and further improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0152] In this embodiment, some of the connecting holes 14 are located upstream of the flow guiding component 66, and some of the connecting holes 14 are located downstream of the flow guiding component 66. By controlling the gap between the flow guiding component and the electrolysis component, as well as the spacing between the flow guiding components on the upper and lower sides of the electrolysis component 10, the fluid can gather towards the electrolysis component, while the electrolysis component located downstream of the flow guiding component can also fully contact the electrolyte, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0153] See Figures 5 to 7In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 10 further includes a proton exchange membrane 13, which is disposed between the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12, so that the first electrode sheet 11, the proton exchange membrane 13 and the second electrode sheet 12 form a laminate. The first side of the proton exchange membrane 13 is attached to the first electrode sheet 11 in a first direction, and the second side of the proton exchange membrane 13 is attached to the second electrode sheet 12 in a first direction.

[0154] In this embodiment, the proton membrane 13 is non-conductive and can transfer protons, which can prevent the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12 from short-circuiting, reduce the distance between the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12, thereby reducing energy consumption and improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0155] Both the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 pass through the proton exchange membrane 13. The first electrode plate 11 is located above the proton exchange membrane 13, and the second electrode plate 12 is located below the proton exchange membrane 13. The proton exchange membrane 13 is used to separate the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12.

[0156] When the electrolysis component 10 electrolyzes water, water molecules ionize to generate cations and anions. At least one of the cations and anions can migrate through the proton exchange membrane 13. For example, hydrogen ions can migrate through the proton exchange membrane 13, resulting in high-concentration cation regions and high-concentration anion regions forming on both sides of the proton exchange membrane 13 in the first direction, respectively. When the first electrode plate 11 is set as the anode and the second electrode plate 12 as the cathode, highly oxidizing hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone and other electrolysis products are generated on the surface of the anode, and hydrogen gas is generated on the surface of the cathode. The highly oxidizing hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone and other electrolysis products, as well as hydrogen gas, are directed to the processing chamber of the clothing treatment equipment by the flow of water. Ozone and hydroxyl radicals are used to sterilize and disinfect the clothing and decolorize the dyes. Hydrogen gas is used to penetrate into the clothing fibers and explode, adsorb, and float to the surface, thereby achieving the functions of sterilization, disinfection, and anti-color bleeding of the clothing while improving the washing ratio of the clothing treatment equipment.

[0157] See Figures 5 to 7 In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 10 further includes a first connecting member 2 and a second connecting member 3, both of which pass through the laminate in a first direction to fix the laminate. The first connecting member 2 and the second connecting member 3 are connected to the outer shell 6 so that the electrolysis assembly 10 is suspended in the electrolysis chamber 61.

[0158] The first electrode plate 11, the proton exchange membrane 13, and the second electrode plate 12 are bonded together, which facilitates the fixation of the proton exchange membrane 13, facilitates the control of the pressure between the first electrode plate 11, the proton exchange membrane 13, and the second electrode plate 12, and ensures the adhesion between the three, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency and effect. This embodiment can simplify the connection structure between components, improve the stability of the connection structure, and improve practicality.

[0159] The first electrode plate 11, the second electrode plate 12, and the proton exchange membrane 13 are provided with through holes. The first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 pass through the through holes on the second electrode plate 12, the proton exchange membrane 13, and the first electrode plate 11 from bottom to top, and fix the first electrode plate 11, the proton exchange membrane 13, and the second electrode plate 12 on the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3.

[0160] The electrolysis component 10 suspended in the electrolysis chamber 61 can have a sufficient gap between itself and the side wall of the electrolysis chamber 61 to avoid short circuits and facilitate contact between the electrolyte and the electrolysis component 10, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0161] See Figures 5 to 7 In some embodiments, the first connecting member 2 is electrically connected to the first electrode plate 11 and electrically insulated from the second electrode plate 12, the second connecting member 3 is electrically connected to the second electrode plate 12 and electrically insulated from the first electrode plate 11, a portion of the first connecting member 2 is located outside the housing 6 to form the first terminal portion 24, and a portion of the second connecting member 3 is located in the housing 6 to form the second terminal portion 34.

[0162] In this embodiment, the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 not only serve as connectors to fix the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12, but also as conductive components to electrically connect the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12, respectively. For example, when the first electrode plate 11 is the anode and the second electrode plate 12 is the cathode, the first connecting component 2 is connected to the positive terminal and the second connecting component 3 is connected to the negative terminal. As another example, when the first electrode plate 11 is the cathode and the second electrode plate 12 is the anode, the first connecting component 2 is connected to the negative terminal and the second connecting component 3 is connected to the positive terminal.

[0163] During installation, the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 can also be used to connect to the housing 6 of the device without the need for connecting parts. This allows the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 to integrate multiple functions, making them highly practical.

[0164] In this embodiment, the structure of the electrode assembly is simplified by the inclusion of the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3. This makes alignment between components easier and connection more convenient, resulting in better overall stability. Compared to related technologies that use methods such as bending electrode sheets or welding ear plates onto electrode sheets to set wiring terminals, this effectively reduces the processing difficulty of the electrode sheets and the difficulty of leading out the wiring terminals, allowing for better control of the sealing performance of the equipment after assembly.

[0165] During use, the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 can also be reversed. For example, normally, the first connecting component 2 is connected to the positive terminal and the second connecting component 3 is connected to the negative terminal. After the equipment has been running for a period of time or after a decrease in the electrolytic efficiency of the electrode assembly is detected, the first connecting component 2 is connected to the negative terminal and the second connecting component 3 is connected to the positive terminal, thus reversing the polarity and running for a set time. This allows the scale on the surface of the electrode plate to dissolve and fall off under the action of reverse current, avoiding hard scale, achieving self-cleaning and performance optimization of the system, and ensuring the normal and stable operation of the equipment.

[0166] See Figures 5 to 7 In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 10 further includes a first end plate 41 and a second end plate 42. The first end plate 41 is disposed on the side of the first electrode sheet 11 away from the second electrode sheet 12, and the second end plate 42 is disposed on the side of the second electrode sheet 12 away from the first electrode sheet 11. The first connecting member 2 and the second connecting member 3 both pass through the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42. The first connecting member 2 and the second connecting member 3 both apply force to the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42 in a first direction to clamp the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42 into a laminate.

[0167] In this embodiment, the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42 are provided with through holes. The first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 pass through the through holes of the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42. The first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42 can protect the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12. The first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 clamp and fix the laminate by applying force to the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42, thereby dispersing the force acting on the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12, avoiding excessive local stress concentration when the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12 are directly subjected to force, and avoiding damage or breakage of the first electrode sheet 11 and the second electrode sheet 12.

[0168] Preferably, both the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42 are conductive plates. For example, the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42 are made of titanium plates, which have high conductivity and can improve conductivity efficiency. The first end plate 41 is electrically connected to the first electrode plate 11 and the first connecting component 2 and electrically insulated from the second connecting component 3. The second end plate 42 is electrically connected to the second electrode plate 12 and the second connecting component 3 and electrically insulated from the first connecting component 2. The first end plate 41 can distribute the current more evenly to the first electrode plate 11, and the second end plate 42 can distribute the current more evenly to the second electrode plate 12, so that a low-resistance current-collecting surface is formed between the first end plate 41 and the first electrode plate 11, and between the second end plate 42 and the second electrode plate 12, thereby reducing resistance and improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0169] It is understandable that when the first electrode plate 11 is provided with a first end plate 41 on the side opposite to the second electrode plate 12 and the second electrode plate 12 is provided with a second end plate 42 on the side opposite to the first electrode plate 11, through holes corresponding to the connecting hole 14 can also be opened on the end plates, so as to ensure that the first end plate 41 and the second end plate 42 will not affect the fluid entering the connecting hole 14, and ensure that the electrolysis products flow out smoothly from the connecting hole 14.

[0170] See Figures 5 to 7 In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 10 further includes a first insulating pad 51 and a second insulating pad 52. The first insulating pad 51 is disposed between the first connecting member 2 and the second electrode sheet 12 and between the first connecting member 2 and the second end plate 42, so as to electrically insulate the first connecting member 2 from the second electrode sheet 12 and the second end plate 42. The second insulating pad 52 is disposed between the second connecting member 3 and the first electrode sheet 11 and between the second connecting member 3 and the first electrode sheet 11, so as to electrically insulate the second connecting member 3 from the first electrode sheet 11 and the first end plate 41.

[0171] The first insulating pad 51 is used to isolate the first connecting member 2 and the second electrode plate 12, as well as the first connecting member 2 and the component electrically connected to the second electrode plate 12 (e.g., the second end plate 42), thereby achieving electrical insulation between the first connecting member 2 and the second electrode plate 12, so that the first connecting member 2 supplies power only to the first electrode plate 11. Similarly, the second insulating pad 52 is used to isolate the second connecting member 3 and the first electrode plate 11, as well as the second connecting member 3 and the component electrically connected to the first electrode plate 11 (e.g., the first end plate 41), thereby achieving electrical insulation between the second connecting member 3 and the first electrode plate 11.

[0172] In this embodiment, the first insulating pad 51 and the second insulating pad 52 can ensure that the electrolysis reaction of the electrolysis component 10 proceeds normally and stably.

[0173] See Figure 7 Furthermore, each of the first insulating pad 51 and the second insulating pad 52 includes a plate 53 and a sleeve 54, with the plate 53 connected to the sleeve 54. The plate 53 of the first insulating pad 51 abuts against the side of the second end plate 42 away from the second electrode sheet 12 between the plate 53 and the first connecting member 2. The sleeve 54 of the first insulating pad 51 surrounds the first connecting member 2 and extends through the second end plate 42 into the second electrode sheet 12.

[0174] The plate 53 of the first insulating gasket 51 can achieve axial isolation between the second end plate 42 and the first connecting member 2. The sleeve 54 of the first insulating gasket 51 is sleeved on the outer side of a portion of the first connecting member 2 and sleeved on the inner side of the through hole of the second electrode plate 12 and the second end plate 42, preventing radial contact between the first connecting member 2 and the inner wall of the through hole of the second end plate 42 and the second electrode plate 12. Thus, the first insulating gasket 51 can separate the first connecting member 2 from the second end plate 42 and the second electrode plate 12, achieving electrical insulation.

[0175] The plate 53 of the second insulating pad 52 abuts against the side of the first end plate 41 away from the first electrode plate 11 and between it and the first connecting member 2. The sleeve 54 of the second insulating pad 52 surrounds the second connecting member 3 and extends through the first end plate 41 into the first electrode plate 11.

[0176] The plate 53 of the second insulating gasket 52 can achieve axial isolation between the first end plate 41 and the second connecting member 3. The sleeve 54 of the second insulating gasket 52 is sleeved on the outer side of a portion of the second connecting member 3 and sleeved on the inner side of the through hole of the first electrode plate 11 and the first end plate 41, preventing the second connecting member 3 from radially contacting the inner wall of the through hole of the first end plate 41 and the first electrode plate 11. Thus, the second insulating gasket 52 can separate the second connecting member 3 from the first end plate 41 and the first electrode plate 11, achieving electrical insulation.

[0177] See Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the first connecting component 2 includes a first bolt 21 and a first nut 22. The first bolt 21 passes sequentially through the first insulating gasket 51, the second end plate 42, the second electrode plate 12, the proton membrane 13, the first electrode plate 11, the first end plate 41, and the first nut 22 along a first direction.

[0178] The second connecting component 3 includes a second bolt 31 and a second nut 32. The second bolt 31 passes sequentially through the second end plate 42, the second electrode plate 12, the proton membrane 13, the first electrode plate 11, the first end plate 41, the second insulating gasket 52, and the second nut 32 along the first direction.

[0179] In this embodiment, the head of the first bolt 21 is located at the lower end of the first bolt 21, and the head of the first bolt 21 abuts against the plate 53 of the first insulating gasket 51. The sleeve 54 of the first insulating gasket 51 is fitted onto the first bolt 21, thereby preventing the head of the first bolt 21 from contacting the second end plate 42 for electrical conduction, and preventing the first bolt 21 from contacting the second end plate 42 and the inner wall of the through hole of the second electrode plate 12. The first nut 22 is connected to the first bolt 21 and is located above the laminate. The first nut 22 can abut against the first end plate 41 and achieve electrical connection, so that after the first bolt 21 is powered on, the current can be conducted to the first end plate 41 and the first electrode plate 11.

[0180] The head of the second bolt 31 is located at the lower end of the second bolt 31 and abuts against the second end plate 42, thereby realizing the electrical connection between the second bolt 31, the second end plate 42, and the second electrode plate 12. The second nut 32 is connected to the second bolt 31 and is located above the laminate. The second nut 32 abuts against the plate body 53 of the second insulating gasket 52. The sleeve body 54 of the second insulating gasket 52 is sleeved on the second bolt 31, thereby preventing the second bolt 31 from contacting the inner wall of the through hole of the first end plate 41 and the first electrode plate 11, and preventing the second nut 32 from directly contacting the first end plate 41 for conduction.

[0181] It should be noted that the first bolt 21 and the second bolt 31 can also be replaced with a screw without a head structure. The screw can have a fully threaded section or only a threaded section in some sections. When using a screw, multiple nuts can be set on the screw to fix the stacked body.

[0182] In this embodiment, the orientation of the heads of the first bolt 21 and the second bolt 31 can be adjusted as needed. For example, the heads of the first bolt 21 and the second bolt 31 can be located on the same side of the laminated body, and both can be located below the laminated body. Alternatively, the heads of the first bolt 21 and the second bolt 31 can be located on different sides of the laminated body, with one head located above the laminated body and the other head located below the laminated body.

[0183] In this embodiment, the positioning and connection between components can be achieved through the first bolt 21 and the second bolt 31, which makes assembly simple, and the electrical contact structure and electrical insulation structure have high reliability and good practicality.

[0184] See Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the first connecting component 2 further includes a first conductive pad 23, a first insulating pad 51 abutting against the head of the first bolt 21, and the first conductive pad 23 surrounding the first bolt 21 and making electrical contact with the first end plate 41 and the first nut 22.

[0185] In this embodiment, the first conductive pad 23 can be a flat pad or a spring pad, or both. The first conductive pad 23 is located between the first end plate 41 and the first nut 22. The first conductive pad 23 can increase the contact area between the first connecting component 2 and the first end plate 41, improve the conductivity, and also improve the stability of the connection structure between the first bolt 21 and the first nut 22.

[0186] The second connecting component 3 also includes a second conductive washer 33, and a second insulating washer 52 is disposed between the second nut 32 and the first end plate 41. The second conductive washer 33 surrounds the second bolt 31 and makes electrical contact with the head of the second bolt 31 and the second end plate 42.

[0187] In this embodiment, the second conductive pad 33 can be a flat pad or a spring pad, or both. The second conductive pad 33 is located between the head of the second end plate 42 and the second bolt 31. The second conductive pad 33 can increase the contact area between the second connecting component 3 and the second end plate 42, improve conductivity, and also improve the stability of the connection structure between the second bolt 31 and the second nut 32.

[0188] See Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 In some embodiments, the first connecting component 2 further includes a third nut 25, and the second connecting component 3 further includes a fourth nut 35. The third nut 25 is disposed on the first bolt 21, and the fourth nut 35 is disposed on the second bolt 31 to fix the electrolysis assembly 10 to the housing 6. This allows for the installation of the electrolysis assembly 10. In this embodiment, the first connecting component 2 and the second connecting component 3 achieve the fixing of the electrode plates, the conduction of the electrode plates, and the installation of the electrolysis assembly 10, integrating multiple functions. The structure has high integration and good practicality. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12 are installed in a suspended state, which reduces the space requirements for installation and ensures sufficient spacing between the first electrode plate 11 and the second electrode plate 12 and the housing 6 of the equipment, improving the stability of the current circuit and the reliability of the electrolysis assembly 10's operating performance.

[0189] In this embodiment, the upper end of the first bolt 21 and the upper end of the second bolt 31 respectively constitute the first terminal part 24 and the second terminal part 34. The first terminal part 24 and the second terminal part 34 are respectively used to connect to the positive and negative terminals of the power supply, avoiding the welding of terminals on the electrode sheet or avoiding bending the electrode sheet to construct terminals, reducing the processing difficulty and cost of the electrode sheet, and improving the conductivity of the electrolysis component 10.

[0190] In application, the laminate can be located inside the electrolysis chamber 61 of the housing 6 of the device, and the first terminal part 24 and the second terminal part 34 can be located outside the electrolysis chamber 61 of the housing 6 of the device, which facilitates wiring and cabling.

[0191] This disclosure provides a garment processing apparatus, including an electrolysis device 100 as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0192] The clothing processing device of this embodiment can install the electrolysis device 100 in the pipeline between the water inlet valve and the processing chamber of the clothing processing device. The electrolysis device 100 electrolyzes the electrolyte (e.g., water). The electrolyzed electrolyte flows to the processing chamber to realize flow-through electrolysis, which improves the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 100. It can make reasonable use of the space inside the casing and improve the rationality of the layout and the compactness of the structure.

[0193] The other beneficial effects obtained by the clothing treatment device in this embodiment are the same as those obtained by the electrolysis device 100 in the above embodiment, and therefore will not be described again.

[0194] The clothing processing device in this embodiment can be a washing machine or a washer-dryer combo. The clothing processing device can be a single-drum device with one processing drum or a multi-drum device including multiple processing drums.

[0195] The following describes a garment processing device 1000 in which an electrolysis device 100 is mounted on a material box 8 of a garment processing device 1000.

[0196] See Figures 8-10 A garment processing device 1000 includes a housing, a processing cylinder 7 and a material box 8. The processing cylinder 7 is disposed inside the housing and has a processing chamber 701.

[0197] The material box 8 is located in the housing, the electrolysis device 100 is located on top of the material box 8, and the electrolysis assembly 10 can be horizontally stacked inside the housing 6. The material box 8 has a first water inlet 801, a first water outlet 802, a liquid inlet channel 803 and a liquid outlet channel 804. The electrolysis chamber 61 of the electrolysis device 100 is connected to the liquid inlet channel 803 and the liquid outlet channel 804.

[0198] In use, the clothing treatment device 1000 of this embodiment of the present disclosure allows water to enter the liquid inlet channel 803 in the material box 8 through the first water inlet 801. The water in the liquid inlet channel 803 enters the electrolysis device 100 and undergoes electrolysis, producing an electrolyte containing strong oxidizing active products such as hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone. The electrolyte is discharged from the electrolysis chamber 61 and enters the liquid outlet channel 804. The electrolyte in the liquid outlet channel 804 enters the treatment chamber 701 of the treatment cylinder 7 through the first water outlet 802, and is used for sterilization and disinfection of clothing, increasing the washing ratio, and preventing color bleeding.

[0199] Since the electrolysis unit 100 is no longer directly installed inside the processing cylinder 7, but instead located in the material box 8, the arrangement of the electrolysis unit does not affect the welding of the material box, reduces the space occupied on the side of the material box, reduces the overall width of the material box, and avoids encroaching on the installation space of display components, electrical control components, wiring terminals, and other components installed on the side of the material box. This results in higher space utilization and facilitates the overall removal and maintenance of the material box. The horizontal stacking of the electrolysis components inside the outer casing reduces the overall height of the electrolysis unit, resulting in a more compact structure.

[0200] Electrolysis begins before water enters the treatment chamber 701, achieving flow-through electrolysis and improving electrolysis efficiency. Simultaneously, it prevents the electrolysis device 100 from contacting the detergent and avoids lint from clothing adhering to the electrolysis device 100, thus preventing any impact on the electrolysis effect and further improving efficiency. The electrolysis device 100 is located on the material box 8 outside the treatment cylinder 7, making efficient use of the space within the casing and improving layout rationality and structural compactness.

[0201] The feed box 8 has a detergent chamber 805, which is connected to the liquid outlet channel 804 for conveying detergent into the liquid outlet channel 804 so that the detergent mixes with the electrolyte flowing out of the electrolysis chamber 61 in the liquid outlet channel 804.

[0202] The detergent container 8 has a dedicated detergent chamber 805 for storing detergent. When the garment processing equipment 1000 is running, the detergent in the detergent chamber 805 is conveyed to the liquid outlet channel 804. In the liquid outlet channel 804, the detergent mixes with the electrolyte flowing from the electrolysis device 100, ensuring thorough mixing of the detergent with active substances such as hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone generated during electrolysis, before being conveyed to the processing drum 7. This maximizes the cleaning effect during garment processing. The mixing of detergent and electrolyte creates a synergistic effect, enhancing the cleaning performance and making it easier to remove stains and bacteria from clothing.

[0203] This embodiment also includes an inlet valve 91 and a reversing valve 92, both of which are located within the machine housing. The electrolysis device 100 is situated between the inlet valve 91 and the reversing valve 92. The liquid inlet channel 803 is connected to the inlet valve 91, and the liquid outlet channel 804 is connected to the reversing valve 92.

[0204] In this embodiment, there are multiple processing cylinders 7, which are connected to a reversing valve 92 to switch the connection between the outlet of the electrolysis device 100 and the processing chamber 701 of the multiple processing cylinders 7.

[0205] Understandably, the inlet valve 91 is connected to the first inlet 801 via the first water pipe 93, and the reversing valve 92 is connected to the first outlet 802 via the second water pipe 94. The first water pipe 93 connects to the inlet valve 91, which controls the inflow of water, thereby controlling the inlet flow rate and pressure. The second water pipe 94 connects to the reversing valve 92, allowing the reversing valve 92 to switch between different treatment chambers 701 of the treatment cylinder 7 and the first outlet 802 as needed, thereby controlling the drainage.

[0206] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and are 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this disclosure.

[0207] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this disclosure, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0208] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between components; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0209] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that the first and second features 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.

[0210] In this disclosure, the terms "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, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this disclosure. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0211] Although embodiments of the present disclosure have been shown and described above, it is to be understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. An electrolysis apparatus (100), characterized in that, include: The outer casing (6) has an electrolysis chamber (61); An electrolysis assembly (10), a portion of which is located within the electrolysis chamber (61) to electrolyze the fluid flowing through the electrolysis chamber (61); The electrolysis chamber (61) is provided with a flow guiding component (66), which is used to guide the fluid entering the electrolysis chamber (61) toward the electrolysis assembly (10).

2. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The draining component (66) extends toward the electrolysis assembly (10) and is spaced apart from the electrolysis assembly (10).

3. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The end of the flow-guiding component (66) adjacent to the electrolysis component (10) forms a flow gap with the electrolysis component (10), and the height of the flow gap is 1 mm to 4 mm.

4. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drainage component (66) is connected to the outer casing (6).

5. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are multiple drainage components (66), which are disposed on both sides of the electrolysis assembly (10) in the first direction and spaced apart from the electrolysis assembly (10).

6. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 5, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (10) has a first side and a second side in the first direction, and the distance between the draining component (66) located on the first side of the electrolysis assembly (10) and the draining component (66) located on the second side of the electrolysis assembly (10) is 0.3 to 0.7 of the height of the electrolysis chamber (61) in the first direction.

7. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The drainage component (66) is a baffle, and a drainage path (611) is defined between the free end of the baffle and the inner wall of the housing (6) opposite to the free end of the baffle and / or between the free ends of the baffles opposite to each other.

8. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 7, characterized in that, The flow area of ​​the flow path (611) is smaller than the flow area of ​​other parts of the electrolysis chamber (61).

9. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer casing (6) includes a first casing (62) and a second casing (63), which are connected to define the electrolysis chamber (61). The first casing (62) has an inlet port (641) and an outlet port (651), which are connected to the electrolysis chamber (61).

10. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The liquid inlet port (641) and the electrolysis assembly (10) are at least partially offset in the axial direction of the liquid inlet port (641); And / or, the liquid outlet port (651) and the electrolysis assembly (10) are at least partially misaligned in the axial direction of the liquid outlet port (651).

11. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first housing (62) includes an inlet extension (64) and an outlet extension (65). The inlet port (641) penetrates the inlet extension (64), and the outlet port (651) penetrates the outlet extension (65). The inlet extension (64) and the outlet extension (65) extend outward from the outer wall of the first housing (62) in a direction away from the first housing (62) by a predetermined distance, or extend outward from the inner wall of the first housing (62) toward the electrolysis chamber (61) by a predetermined distance.

12. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 11, characterized in that, The circumferential wall surfaces of the liquid inlet extension (64) and the liquid outlet extension (65) are configured as positioning surfaces for pluggable connection.

13. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The flow direction of the fluid in the electrolysis chamber (61) is orthogonal to the flow direction of the fluid in the inlet port (641) and the outlet port (651).

14. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The first housing (62) has a first abutting surface (622), and the second housing (63) has a second abutting surface (635) that fits against the first abutting surface (622). One of the first abutting surface (622) and the second abutting surface (635) has a groove (621) and the other has a protrusion (631). The protrusion (631) is disposed in the groove (621), and a sealing member (632) is provided between the protrusion (631) and the groove (621).

15. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (10) partially passes through the second housing (63) and is located outside the second housing (63) to form a terminal portion. An outer peripheral plate (633) is provided on the outer side of the second housing (63). The terminal portion is located in a receiving cavity (6331) defined by the outer peripheral plate (633). A seal (632) is provided between the electrolysis assembly (10) and the second housing (63).

16. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, One of the first housing (62) and the second housing (63) has a guide portion (634) that corresponds to the inner cavity of the other housing (62) and the second housing (63) to guide the first housing (62) and the second housing (63) to align and abut.

17. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (10) includes a first electrode plate (11) and a second electrode plate (12). The first electrode plate (11) and the second electrode plate (12) are stacked along a first direction and spaced apart from each other. At least one of the first electrode plates (11) and the second electrode plate (12) is provided with a through hole (14) extending along the first direction, so that the fluid in the electrolysis chamber (61) can diffuse through the through hole (14) to the space between the first electrode plate (11) and the second electrode plate (12).

18. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 17, characterized in that, The connecting hole (14) is located adjacent to the drainage component (66).

19. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 17, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (10) further includes a proton exchange membrane (13), which is disposed between the first electrode sheet (11) and the second electrode sheet (12) so that the first electrode sheet (11), the proton exchange membrane (13) and the second electrode sheet (12) form a laminate. The proton exchange membrane (13) is attached to the first electrode sheet (11) on a first side in the first direction and to the second electrode sheet (12) on a second side in the first direction.

20. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 19, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (10) further includes a first connecting component (2) and a second connecting component (3), both of which pass through the laminated body along the first direction to fix the laminated body. The first connecting component (2) and the second connecting component (3) are connected to the outer shell (6) so that the electrolysis assembly (10) is suspended in the electrolysis chamber (61).

21. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 20, characterized in that, The first connecting member (2) is electrically connected to the first electrode plate (11) and electrically insulated from the second electrode plate (12). The second connecting member (3) is electrically connected to the second electrode plate (12) and electrically insulated from the first electrode plate (11). A portion of the first connecting member (2) is located outside the housing (6) to form a first terminal part (24). A portion of the second connecting member (3) is located in the housing (6) to form a second terminal part (34).

22. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 21, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (10) further includes a first end plate (41) and a second end plate (42). The first end plate (41) is disposed on the side of the first electrode sheet (11) away from the second electrode sheet (12), and the second end plate (42) is disposed on the side of the second electrode sheet (12) away from the first electrode sheet (11). The first connecting component (2) and the second connecting component (3) both pass through the first end plate (41) and the second end plate (42). The first connecting component (2) and the second connecting component (3) both apply force to the first end plate (41) and the second end plate (42) in the first direction to clamp the laminated body.

23. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 22, characterized in that, Both the first end plate (41) and the second end plate (42) are conductive plates. The first end plate (41) is electrically connected to the first electrode plate (11) and the first connecting component (2) and electrically insulated from the second connecting component (3). The second end plate (42) is electrically connected to the second electrode plate (12) and the second connecting component (3) and electrically insulated from the first connecting component (2).

24. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 23, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (10) further includes a first insulating pad (51) and a second insulating pad (52). The first insulating pad (51) is disposed between the first connecting member (2) and the second electrode plate (12) and between the first connecting member (2) and the second end plate (42) to electrically insulate the first connecting member (2) from the second electrode plate (12) and the second end plate (42). The second insulating pad (52) is disposed between the second connecting member (3) and the first electrode plate (11) and between the second connecting member (3) and the first electrode plate (11) to electrically insulate the second connecting member (3) from the first electrode plate (11) and the first end plate (41).

25. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 24, characterized in that, Each of the first insulating pad (51) and the second insulating pad (52) includes a plate (53) and a sleeve (54), the plate (53) being connected to the sleeve (54). The plate (53) of the first insulating pad (51) abuts against the side of the second end plate (42) opposite to the second electrode plate (12) and between it and the first connecting member (2). The sleeve (54) of the first insulating pad (51) surrounds the first connecting member (2), passes through the second end plate (42), and extends into the second electrode plate (12). The plate (53) of the second insulating pad (52) abuts against the side of the first end plate (41) away from the first electrode plate (11) and between it and the first connecting member (2). The sleeve (54) of the second insulating pad (52) surrounds the second connecting member (3) and extends through the first end plate (41) into the first electrode plate (11).

26. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 24, characterized in that, The first connecting component (2) includes a first bolt (21) and a first nut (22). The first bolt (21) passes sequentially through the first insulating gasket (51), the second end plate (42), the second electrode plate (12), the proton membrane (13), the first electrode plate (11), the first end plate (41), and the first nut (22) along the first direction. The second connecting component (3) includes a second bolt (31) and a second nut (32). The second bolt (31) passes sequentially through the second end plate (42), the second electrode plate (12), the proton membrane (13), the first electrode plate (11), the first end plate (41), the second insulating gasket (52), and the second nut (32) along the first direction.

27. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 26, characterized in that, The first connecting component (2) further includes a first conductive washer (23), the first insulating washer (51) abuts against the head of the first bolt (21), the first conductive washer (23) surrounds the first bolt (21) and is in electrical contact with the first end plate (41) and the first nut (22). The second connecting component (3) further includes a second conductive pad (33), and the second insulating pad (52) is disposed between the second nut (32) and the first end plate (41). The second conductive pad (33) surrounds the second bolt (31) and makes electrical contact with the head of the second bolt (31) and the second end plate (42).

28. The electrolysis apparatus (100) according to claim 27, characterized in that, The first connecting component (2) further includes a third nut (25), and the second connecting component (3) further includes a fourth nut (35). The third nut (25) is disposed on the first bolt (21) and the fourth nut (35) is disposed on the second bolt (31) for fixing the electrolysis assembly (10) to the housing (6).

29. A garment processing device (1000), characterized in that, Includes the electrolysis apparatus (100) as described in any one of claims 1 to 28.

30. The garment processing equipment (1000) according to claim 29, characterized in that, Also includes: chassis; Processing cylinder (7), the processing cylinder (7) is disposed inside the housing and has a processing cavity (701); A material box (8) is disposed on the housing, and an electrolysis device (100) is disposed on the top of the material box (8). The material box (8) has an inlet channel (803) and an outlet channel (804). The inlet channel (803) is connected to the inlet port of the electrolysis device (100), and the outlet channel (804) is connected to the outlet port of the electrolysis device (100).

31. The garment processing equipment (1000) according to claim 30, characterized in that, It also includes an inlet valve (91) and a reversing valve (92), both of which are located in the housing. The electrolysis device (100) is located between the inlet valve (91) and the reversing valve (92). The liquid inlet channel (803) is connected to the inlet valve (91), and the liquid outlet channel (804) is connected to the reversing valve (92). There are multiple processing cylinders (7), and the multiple processing cylinders (7) are connected to the reversing valve (92) for switching the connection between the outlet of the electrolysis device (100) and the processing chamber (701) of the multiple processing cylinders (7).

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