Drying apparatus

Abstract

The application provides a kind of airing device.The airing device includes: airing structure;Storage structure, connected with airing structure, and has storage space;Accommodation structure, at least one of the airing structure and the storage structure is provided, and has receiving space;Mechanical arm assembly, movably arranged at receiving structure;Mechanical arm assembly has: in the receiving space of receiving state and the state of extension outside receiving space;Mechanical arm assembly is configured: when being in the state of extension, target object at airing structure can be moved to storage space.The airing device provided by the application can use the airing structure to air the target object (such as clothes, etc.), use the storage structure to protect the target object, use the mechanical arm assembly to adjust the spatial position of the target object, use the receiving structure to receive the mechanical arm assembly, so that the airing device has the functions of airing, automatic collection and receiving, increases the functional diversity and practicability, improves the degree of automation and intelligentization.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of smart home technology, and more specifically, to a drying device. Background Technology

[0002] Most clothes drying racks on the market currently only have a hanging function, which is relatively simple and has a relatively low level of automation and intelligence. If the weather changes and users are unable to collect the dried items (such as clothes or sheets), the items are easily soiled, such as getting wet or dusty. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application addresses the shortcomings of existing methods by proposing a clothes drying device to solve the technical problems of limited functionality and low levels of automation and intelligence in related technologies.

[0004] This application provides a drying device, including: Drying structure; The storage structure is connected to the drying structure and has storage space; A storage structure is provided at least in one of the drying structure and the storage structure, and has storage space. The robotic arm assembly is movably mounted in the storage structure; The robotic arm assembly has a retracted state within the storage space and an extended state extending out of the storage space; The robotic arm assembly is configured to move a target object from the drying structure to a storage space when it is in the extended state.

[0005] Optionally, the storage structure includes: Storage boxes are installed on the drying structure to form a storage space; The first driving component and the first transmission assembly are each located in the storage box; The first transmission component is connected to the first drive component and to the robotic arm component; The first transmission component is configured to drive the robotic arm component to switch between a retracted state and an extended state.

[0006] Optionally, the storage box also has a first opening that communicates with the storage space; The first transmission assembly includes: A first screw is rotatably disposed within the storage space about its own axis; the first end of the first screw is connected to the first driving member. The first movable seat is threadedly connected to the first screw and connected to the front end of the robotic arm assembly; The first screw is configured to drive the first movable seat to move in a direction closer to or further away from the first opening.

[0007] Optionally, the robotic arm assembly includes: a robotic arm and a robotic hand; The robotic arm includes: The first base is movably set within the storage space; At least two limb assemblies that are rotatably connected in sequence are rotatably mounted on a first base; The robotic arm is movably mounted on the last segment assembly, which is far from the first base.

[0008] Optionally, the robotic arm includes: A support assembly is rotatably disposed at the end of the last limb assembly; The second drive unit and the mechanical finger assembly are each mounted on the bracket assembly, and the mechanical finger assembly is connected to the second drive unit. The mechanical finger assembly is configured to grasp or release a target object under the drive of a second drive element.

[0009] Optionally, the drying device also includes at least one of the following: An environmental monitoring device, located at at least one of the drying structure, storage structure, retrieval structure, and robotic arm assembly, is configured to: monitor the environmental conditions of the drying space. The control unit is configured to: control the robotic arm assembly to switch between a retracted state and an extended state, and control the robotic arm assembly to move the target object to the storage space; A visual recognition structure, located at at least one of a drying structure, a storage structure, a refrigeration structure, and a robotic arm assembly, is configured to: recognize the position of a target object.

[0010] Optionally, the environmental monitoring components include at least one of the following: rainwater monitoring components, humidity monitoring components, wind speed monitoring components, dust monitoring components, and temperature monitoring components.

[0011] Optionally, the storage structure includes: a storage box or a storage cover; The storage box or storage cover includes at least one of a waterproof layer, a water-proof layer, a dustproof layer, and an insulation layer.

[0012] Optionally, the drying device includes at least one of the following: Storage boxes or covers can be detachably installed at the drying structure; The storage box or storage cover has a second opening that communicates with the storage space and is located on the top or side of the storage box or storage cover.

[0013] Optionally, the drying structure includes: Host components; The drying rack assembly is connected to the main unit assembly and is movable in the vertical direction; The drying rack assembly has a storage structure and a corresponding robotic arm assembly connected to each storage structure on opposite sides of the drying space.

[0014] The beneficial technical effects of the technical solutions provided in this application include: In this embodiment, the storage structure is used to protect the target object (e.g., to prevent rain or dust), and the target object can be stored in the storage space of the storage structure. The robotic arm assembly is used to grasp or release the target object, and to move the target object, thereby adjusting its spatial position. The storage structure has a storage space for storing the robotic arm assembly. Because the robotic arm assembly is movable relative to the storage structure, it can switch between a retracted state and an extended state.

[0015] When the robotic arm assembly is extended, the drying device can use it to suspend target objects (such as clothing) on ​​the drying structure for drying; it can also use it to move suspended target objects from the drying structure to the storage space of the storage structure, thereby protecting the target objects from getting wet or dusty, and achieving automatic and intelligent collection of target objects; it can also use it to move target objects stored in the storage structure to the drying structure for drying.

[0016] The drying device provided in this application embodiment can dry target objects (such as clothes) using a drying structure, protect target objects using a storage structure, adjust the spatial position of target objects using a robotic arm assembly, and store the robotic arm assembly using a storage structure. This makes the drying device not only have a drying function, but also an automatic collection function and a storage function, increasing the functional diversity and practicality, and improving the degree of automation and intelligence.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of this application will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and will become apparent from the description or may be learned by practice of this application. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this application will become apparent and readily understood from the following description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure connecting a drying device and a target object according to an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing the connection between the drying rod assembly, storage structure, folding structure, robotic arm assembly, and environmental monitoring device of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 4 A schematic diagram showing the connection between the drying rod assembly, the storage structure, and the robotic arm assembly of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 5 This application provides a schematic diagram of the structure connecting the storage structure and the robotic arm assembly of a drying device. Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the storage structure of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 7 A schematic diagram showing the connection between the first drive component, the first transmission component, and the robotic arm component of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the structure of a robotic arm for a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 9 for Figure 7 A partially enlarged schematic diagram of the connection between the first transmission component and the robotic arm of the drying device; Figure 10 for Figure 7 A partially enlarged schematic diagram of the connection between the robotic arm and robotic hand in the drying device; Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the storage structure of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 12 A schematic diagram illustrating the connection between the main unit and the lighting unit of a drying device provided in this application embodiment; Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the main unit, drying unit, and lifting unit of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the main unit component of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 15 A schematic diagram of the drying component of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 16 This is another schematic diagram of the drying component of a drying device provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0019] Figure label: 100 - Drying equipment; 10-Host Components; 11-Box body fastener; 12-Side panel; 13-Side panel cover; 14-Bottom plate; 20-Drying rod assembly; 21-Clothes drying rod; 22-Bracket; 23-Telescopic rod; 24-Horizontal bar; 25-Fixed rod; 26-Drying rod width testing fixture; 30-Storage structure; 31-Storage box or storage cover; 32-Hook; 40 - Storage structure; 41-Storage space; 42-Storage box; 421-Box body; 422-Lid; 423-Supporting component; 43-First driving component; 44-First transmission assembly; 441-First screw; 442-First movable base; 45-First opening; 50-robotic arm; 51-First base; 521 - First limb segment; 531 - First limb segment drive component; 522 - Second limb; 532 - Second limb drive component; 523 - Third limb; 533 - Third limb drive component; 524 - Fourth limb; 534 - Fourth limb drive component; 60-Robotic arm; 61-Bracket assembly; 611-Bracket drive component; 612-Bracket; 62-Second driving component; 63-Mechanical finger assembly; 631-First pawl forearm; 632-Second pawl forearm; 633-First pawl rear arm; 634-Second pawl rear arm; 635-First linkage; 636-Second linkage; 70 - Environmental testing items; 80 - Visual recognition structure; 110 - Drying assembly; 111-Upper shell of air duct; 112-Lower shell of air duct; 113-Impeller; 114-Motor; 115-Heating module; 120-Lifting assembly; 121-Motor; 122-Roller; 123-Wire rope; 124-Scissors frame; 130 - Lighting components; 200 - Target object. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The embodiments of this application are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary descriptions for explaining the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, and do not constitute a limitation on the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

[0021] Those skilled in the art will understand that, unless specifically stated otherwise, the terms "described" and "the" as used herein may also include plural forms. It should be further understood that the term "comprising" as used in the specification of this application means the presence of the described features and / or components, but does not exclude other features, information, data, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or combinations thereof supported by the art. The term "and / or" as used herein refers to at least one of the items defined by the term; for example, "A and / or B" can be implemented as "A," or as "B," or as "A and B."

[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the embodiments of this application will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] The drying device provided in this application aims to solve the technical problems of clothes drying machines in related technologies, such as limited functionality and low levels of automation and intelligence.

[0024] The technical solution of this application and how it solves the above-mentioned technical problems are described in detail below with specific embodiments. It should be noted that the following embodiments can be referenced, borrowed, or combined with each other, and the same terms, similar features, and similar implementation steps in different embodiments will not be described again.

[0025] This application provides a drying device 100, the structural schematic diagram of which is shown below. Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the drying device 100 includes: Drying structure; Storage structure 30 is connected to the drying structure and has storage space; The storage structure 40 is located at at least one of the drying structure and the storage structure 30, and has a storage space 41. The robotic arm assembly is movably mounted at the storage structure 40; The robotic arm assembly has a retracted state within the storage space 41 and an extended state extending out of the storage space 41. The robotic arm assembly is configured to move the target object 200 at the drying structure to the storage space when it is in the extended state.

[0026] In this embodiment, the drying structure is used to carry and support the storage structure 30, the storage structure 40, and the robotic arm assembly, and is used to hang and dry the target object 200 (e.g., clothing). The storage structure 30 is used to protect the target object 200 (e.g., to prevent rain or dust), and the target object 200 can be stored in the storage space of the storage structure 30.

[0027] In this embodiment, the robotic arm assembly is movable and is used to grasp or release the target object 200, and to move the target object 200, thereby adjusting the spatial position of the target object 200. The storage structure 40 has a storage space 41 for storing the robotic arm assembly. Since the robotic arm assembly is movable relative to the storage structure 40, it can switch back and forth between a stored state and an extended state.

[0028] When there is no need to adjust the spatial position of the target object 200 (such as clothing), the drying device 100 controls the robotic arm assembly to retract into the storage space 41, and the robotic arm assembly is in a stored state. This can effectively reduce the volume of the drying device 100 and save space.

[0029] When it is necessary to adjust the spatial position of the target object 200 (such as clothing), the drying device 100 controls the robotic arm assembly to extend from the storage space 41. The robotic arm assembly is in the extended state, so that it can grab the target object 200 and move the target object 200 to the target position.

[0030] When the robotic arm assembly is extended, the drying device 100 can use the robotic arm assembly to suspend the target object 200 (such as clothing) at the drying structure for drying; it can also use the robotic arm assembly to move the suspended target object 200 from the drying structure to the storage space of the storage structure 30, thereby using the storage structure 30 to protect the target object 200 from getting wet or dusty, and realize automatic and intelligent collection of the target object 200; it can also use the robotic arm assembly to take out the target object 200 stored in the storage structure 30 and move it to the drying structure for hanging and drying as needed.

[0031] For example, when rain or wind is detected, the target object 200 (such as clothes) on the drying structure can be retrieved into the storage structure 30 by the robotic arm assembly to avoid it getting wet or dusty. When the rain stops or the wind subsides, the target object 200 can be taken out of the storage structure 30 and hung on the drying structure for drying.

[0032] The drying device 100 provided in this application embodiment can dry a target object 200 (such as clothing) using a drying structure, protect the target object 200 using a storage structure 30, adjust the spatial position of the target object 200 using a robotic arm assembly, and store the robotic arm assembly using a storage structure 40. This makes the drying device 100 not only have a drying function, but also an automatic collection function and a storage function, increasing the functional diversity and practicality, and improving the degree of automation and intelligence.

[0033] When the drying environment changes, the robotic arm can move the target object 200 (such as clothing) to the storage space of the storage structure 30. The storage structure 30 can protect the target object 200 from getting dirty (such as getting wet or dusty). Users do not need to collect it themselves, which can save users time and energy, improve work efficiency, and protect the hygiene and safety of the target object 200 and the health of users.

[0034] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the application, the storage structure 40 is disposed at at least one of the drying structure and the storage structure 30, including: the storage structure 40 is disposed at the drying structure, or the storage structure 40 is disposed at the storage structure 30, or the drying structure and the storage structure 30 are each provided with a storage structure 40. The meanings of "at least one," "at least one," and "at least one item," etc., described in other places in this document are the same or similar to those described herein, and will not be repeated here.

[0035] Optionally, in this embodiment, the robotic arm assembly further has an intermediate state between a retracted state and an extended state. The robotic arm assembly can switch from the retracted state through the intermediate state to the extended state, and vice versa.

[0036] Optionally, such as Figure 1 As shown in the embodiments of this application, the target object 200 or item includes, but is not limited to, clothing or household items (such as curtains, kitchen textiles, duvet covers or sheets, towels or bath towels, etc.) and any other items that need to be dried or can be dried.

[0037] Optionally, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the embodiments of this application, the drying structure includes: a clothes rack, a clothes drying machine, a towel rack (i.e., a rack for hanging towels and other items), a Roman rod (i.e., a rack for hanging curtains and other items), a bath towel rack (i.e., a rack for hanging bath towels and other items), a quilt drying rod, or a drying net.

[0038] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the clothes rack includes, but is not limited to, floor-standing clothes racks and hanging clothes racks. Hanging clothes racks can be electric clothes racks or hand-cranked clothes racks.

[0039] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the clothes drying rack includes, but is not limited to, an electric clothes drying rack.

[0040] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown in this embodiment, the drying structure includes a main unit assembly 10 and a drying rod assembly 20. The drying rod assembly 20 is connected to the main unit assembly 10 and is movable in the vertical direction. The drying rod assembly 20 has a storage structure 40 and a robotic arm assembly correspondingly connected to the storage structure 40 on each of its opposite sides along the drying space.

[0041] In this embodiment, the main unit 10 is used to carry and support the drying rod assembly 20. The drying rod assembly 20 is used to hang and dry the target object 200 (e.g., clothing). The drying rod assembly 20 is vertically movable relative to the main unit 10, and can move the suspended target object 200 up and down, thereby adjusting the drying height of the target object 200.

[0042] In this embodiment, the drying rod assembly 20 has a corresponding storage structure 40 and a robotic arm assembly on each of its opposite sides. Depending on actual needs, either one robotic arm assembly can be used to grab or move the target object 200 (such as clothing), or two robotic arm assemblies can be used to grab or move the target object 200 in cooperation. This ensures that any area of ​​the drying space and any area of ​​the storage space of the drying rod assembly 20 are within the operating radius of the robotic arm assembly, thus achieving effective grabbing and moving.

[0043] Of course, in other optional embodiments of this application, the corresponding connected storage structure 40 and robotic arm assembly can be arranged on one side or below the drying rod assembly 20, or on at least one side or below the main unit assembly 10, depending on actual needs.

[0044] Optionally, such as Figure 2 , Figures 12 to 16 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the drying structure also includes a drying component 110, a lifting component 120, and a lighting component 130 integrated into the main unit component 10. The drying component 110, the lifting component 120, and the lighting component 130 are described below and will not be repeated here.

[0045] Optionally, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the drying rod assembly 20 includes a drying rod 21 and a bracket 22. The drying rod 21 is used to hang and dry the target object 200 (such as clothing). The drying rod 21 is connected to the bracket 22, and the bracket 22 is used (specifically through the lifting assembly 120) to connect to the main unit assembly 10.

[0046] Optionally, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the clothes drying rod 21 extends along a first direction, and two clothes drying rods 21 are distributed along a second direction. The bracket 22 extends along the second direction, and two brackets 22 are distributed along the first direction. The first direction and the second direction intersect.

[0047] Optionally, in this embodiment, the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular.

[0048] Optionally, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown in the embodiment of this application, the drying rack assembly 20 further includes a telescopic rod 23 and a crossbar 24. The telescopic rod 23 is connected to the clothes drying rod 21 and is telescopic relative to the clothes drying rod 21 along a first direction. The crossbar 24 is distributed along a second direction, and each end of the crossbar 24 is connected to the telescopic rod 23. The crossbar 24 can be used to hang and dry target objects 200 (such as clothing). By designing the telescopic rod 23 and the crossbar 24, the drying space can be expanded, more target objects 200 can be dried, and the drying efficiency can be improved.

[0049] Optionally, in this embodiment, the telescopic rod 23 and the clothes drying rod 21 are nested, and the telescopic rod 23 is slidable relative to the clothes drying rod 21 along a first direction.

[0050] Optionally, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the drying rod assembly 20 further includes a fixing rod 25. The fixing rod 25 is disposed at the end of the telescopic rod 23 away from the drying rod 21, and extends along a second direction. Both ends of the fixing rod 25 are connected to the telescopic rod 23. The storage structure 40 is mounted on the fixing rod 25.

[0051] Optionally, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the clothesline assembly 20 also includes a clothesline width testing fixture 26. The clothesline width testing fixture 26 is assembled between the two clotheslines 21 and is used to test the width between the two clotheslines 21, thereby improving the overall structural stability of the clothesline assembly 20.

[0052] Optionally, such as Figures 5 to 8 As shown in this embodiment, the storage structure 40 includes a storage box 42, a first driving member 43, and a first transmission assembly 44. The storage box 42 is mounted on the drying structure and forms a storage space 41. The first driving member 43 and the first transmission assembly 44 are each disposed at the storage box 42. The first transmission assembly 44 is connected to the first driving member 43 and to the robotic arm assembly. The first transmission assembly 44 is configured to drive the robotic arm assembly to switch between a storage state and an extended state.

[0053] In this embodiment, the storage box 42 is used to form a storage space 41 for storing the robotic arm assembly, and to carry and support the first driving member 43, the first transmission assembly 44, and the robotic arm assembly. The first driving member 43 is used to drive the first transmission assembly 44, providing power to switch the state of the robotic arm assembly. The first transmission assembly 44 can drive the robotic arm assembly to retract into the storage space 41 or extend out of the storage space 41, that is, to switch back and forth between the retracted state and the extended state.

[0054] Optionally, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown in the embodiment of this application, the storage box 42 includes a box body 421 and a cover 422. The box body 421 has a mounting hole communicating with its inner cavity, and the cover 422 is detachably or openably installed at the mounting hole of the box body 421. When the cover 422 is opened, the first drive member 43 and the first transmission assembly 44 can be installed or removed at the mounting hole. When the cover 422 is closed, the cover 422 and the box body 421 form a storage space 41.

[0055] Optionally, such as Figure 6 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the storage box 42 further includes a support member 423. The support member 423 is installed in the inner cavity of the box body 421. A first driving member 43 is installed on the support member 423, and a first transmission assembly 44 is installed on the box body 421 and the support member 423.

[0056] Optionally, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the storage box 42 also has a first opening 45 communicating with the storage space 41. The robotic arm assembly enters the storage space 41 through the first opening 45, or extends from the storage space 41 through the first opening 45, that is, it switches between the storage state and the extended state through the first opening 45.

[0057] Optionally, such as Figure 6 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the first opening 45 is formed on the box body 421.

[0058] Optionally, such as Figures 6 to 8 As shown in this embodiment, the first transmission assembly 44 includes a first screw 441 and a first movable seat 442. The first screw 441 is rotatably disposed within the storage space 41 about its own axis; the first end of the first screw 441 is connected to the first driving member 43. The first movable seat 442 is threadedly connected to the first screw 441 and connected to the front end of the robotic arm assembly. The first screw 441 is configured to drive the first movable seat 442 to move in a direction approaching or away from the first opening 45.

[0059] In this embodiment, the first driving member 43 drives the first screw 441 to rotate. Under the drive of the first screw 441, the first moving seat 442 has a tendency to rotate. Since the front end of the robotic arm assembly is connected to the first moving seat 442, it has a limiting effect on the first moving seat 442, so that the rotation tendency of the first moving seat 442 is converted into a moving motion along the first screw 441. The first screw 441 is located in the storage space 41. The first moving seat 442 can drive the robotic arm assembly to move together along the first screw 441, thereby driving the robotic arm assembly to enter the storage space 41 or extend from the storage space 41, switching between the storage state and the extension state.

[0060] Optionally, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the first end of the first screw 441 is close to the first opening 45 and rotatably connected to the housing 421, and the second end passes through the support member 423 and is connected to the first drive member 43.

[0061] Optionally, in this embodiment, the first screw 441 includes, but is not limited to, a lead screw.

[0062] Optionally, in this embodiment of the application, the first end of the first screw 441 is rotatably connected to the housing 421 via a bearing, and the second end is rotatably connected to the support member 423 via a bearing.

[0063] Optionally, in this embodiment, the first driving component 43 includes, but is not limited to, a motor. By driving the first transmission assembly 44 with the motor, the robotic arm assembly can switch between a retracted state and an extended state, thus achieving automation.

[0064] Of course, in other optional embodiments of this application, the first driving member 43 may include a crank handle or handwheel rotatably mounted on the box body 421 and support member 423 of the storage box 42, and the crank handle or handwheel is connected to the first screw 441. By rotating the crank handle or handwheel, the first screw 441 is driven to rotate, thereby driving the first moving seat 442 and the robotic arm assembly to move.

[0065] Optionally, such as Figure 5 , Figures 7 to 10 As shown in this embodiment, the robotic arm assembly includes a robotic arm 50 and a robotic hand 60. The robotic arm 50 includes a first base 51 and at least two segmental assemblies. The first base 51 is movably disposed within a storage space 41. The at least two segmental assemblies are sequentially rotatably connected and rotatably disposed on the first base 51. The robotic hand 60 is movably disposed on the last segmental assembly remote from the first base 51.

[0066] In this embodiment, the first base 51 is movably disposed within the storage space 41, enabling the entire robotic arm 50 and robotic hand 60 to move within the storage space 41, thereby switching the robotic arm assembly between a retracted state and an extended state. At least two limb assemblies are not only rotatable relative to the first base 51, but adjacent limb assemblies are also rotatable relative to each other, which can improve the degree of freedom of movement of the robotic arm 50, thereby allowing for more flexible and convenient adjustment of the spatial position of the robotic hand 60 and the target object 200 (e.g., clothing) grasped by the robotic hand 60.

[0067] In this embodiment, since any two adjacent limb components are rotatable relative to each other, the robotic arm 50 can be folded or unfolded, so that the overall length and shape of the robotic arm 50 can be changed or adjusted, thereby realizing operations such as grasping and carrying target objects 200 (e.g., clothing) at different locations.

[0068] In this embodiment, the robotic arm 60 is mounted on the last segment component. When the robotic arm 50 extends, the last segment component is furthest from the first base 51, and can extend the longest distance, thus maximizing the operating radius of the robotic arm 60. This allows it to grasp or move distant target objects 200 (such as clothing) without obstructing other segment components.

[0069] Optionally, such as Figures 7 to 9 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the first base 51 and the first movable seat 442 are fixedly connected. Optionally, the first base 51 and the first movable seat 442 are integrally formed.

[0070] Optionally, such as Figure 9 As shown in the embodiment of this application, on the radial section of the first screw 441, the cross-sectional shape or cross-sectional profile of the first movable seat 442 is arc-shaped, and the cross-sectional shape or cross-sectional profile of the first base 51 is rectangular.

[0071] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, each segment assembly includes a segment and a segment driver, the segment driver being connected to the segment and used to drive the segment to rotate, providing power for the segment rotation.

[0072] Optionally, in this embodiment, the limb drive includes, but is not limited to, a motor. The limb has mounting holes, and the output shaft of the limb drive is adapted to and fixedly mounted with the mounting holes of the limb, enabling the limb drive to directly drive the limb to rotate.

[0073] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 5 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the drying rod assembly 20 is provided with a mechanical arm assembly on each side along the first direction, and the mechanical arm 50 has two or more limb assemblies. This design can adapt to various drying positions to a great extent.

[0074] Optionally, such as Figure 5 , Figures 7 to 10 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the robotic arm 50 includes a first limb 521, a first limb drive 531, a second limb 522, a second limb drive 532, a third limb 523, a third limb drive 533, a fourth limb 524, and a fourth limb drive 534.

[0075] The first limb drive 531 is mounted on the first base 51. The output shaft of the first limb drive 531 is connected to the first end (or front end) of the first limb 521 and is used to drive the first limb 521 to rotate relative to the first base 51.

[0076] The second limb drive 532 is installed at the second end (or end) of the first limb 521. The output shaft of the second limb drive 532 is connected to the first end (or front end) of the second limb 522 and is used to drive the second limb 522 to rotate relative to the first limb 521.

[0077] The third limb drive 533 is installed at the second end (or end) of the second limb 522. The output shaft of the third limb drive 533 is connected to the first end (or front end) of the third limb 523 and is used to drive the third limb 523 to rotate relative to the second limb 522.

[0078] The fourth limb drive 534 is installed at the second end (or end) of the third limb 523. The output shaft of the fourth limb drive 534 is connected to the first end (or front end) of the fourth limb 524 and is used to drive the fourth limb 524 to rotate relative to the third limb 523.

[0079] The robotic arm 60 is movably mounted on the second end (or distal end) of the fourth limb 524.

[0080] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, the end point or limb of the robotic arm 50 refers to the tail end of the robotic arm 50 or limb away from the first movable seat 442, that is, the very end of the robotic arm 50 or limb. The front end of the robotic arm 50 or limb refers to the beginning end of the robotic arm 50 or limb near the first movable seat 442, that is, the very beginning of the robotic arm 50 or limb. The end point and the front end of the robotic arm 50 or limb form the two ends of the robotic arm 50 or limb.

[0081] Optionally, in this embodiment, the robotic arm assembly can be designed to be lightweight, allowing any two adjacent limbs to fold at a small angle (e.g., close to 0°), thereby enabling the robotic arm assembly to be stored. The lightweight design of the robotic arm assembly makes its installation more flexible and convenient, and also facilitates collaboration between two robotic arm assemblies.

[0082] Optionally, such as Figures 5 to 8As shown in this embodiment, the aforementioned storage box 42 can be used as the first base 51 of the robotic arm 50, or the first base 51 can be designed to resemble the structure of the storage box 42. That is, the first base 51 forms a storage space 41 and has a first opening 45 communicating with the storage space 41. At least two limb components of the robotic arm 50 are installed at the first opening 45 or within the storage space 41. The robotic arm 50 is folded and stored in the storage space 41, and unfolded and extends out of the storage space 41. In this way, the storage function of the robotic arm components can be achieved, and the aforementioned storage structure 40 can be omitted, simplifying the structure.

[0083] Optionally, such as Figure 10 As shown in this embodiment, the robotic arm 60 includes a support assembly 61, a second drive member 62, and a mechanical finger assembly 63. The support assembly 61 is rotatably disposed at the end of the last limb assembly. The second drive member 62 and the mechanical finger assembly 63 are each disposed on the support assembly 61, and the mechanical finger assembly 63 is connected to the second drive member 62. The mechanical finger assembly 63 is configured to grasp or release a target object 200 under the drive of the second drive member 62.

[0084] In this embodiment, the support assembly 61 is mounted at the end of the last segment assembly (e.g., the second end of the fourth segment 524) and is rotatable, enabling the robotic hand 60 to rotate relative to the robotic arm 50 and adjust the angle of the robotic hand 60. The second drive member 62 drives the mechanical finger assembly 63, providing power for the mechanical finger assembly 63 to perform grasping or releasing actions. Under the drive of the second drive member 62, the mechanical finger assembly 63 can grasp the target object 200 (e.g., clothing) for easy transport and release the target object 200 for storage in a storage space or hanging on a drying structure.

[0085] Optionally, such as Figure 10 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the bracket assembly 61 includes a bracket drive 611 and a bracket 612. The bracket drive 611 is installed at the second end of the fourth limb 524. The output shaft of the bracket drive 611 is connected to the bracket 612 and is used to drive the bracket 612 to rotate relative to the fourth limb 524. The second drive 62 and the mechanical finger assembly 63 are both installed on the bracket 612.

[0086] Optionally, in this embodiment, the second driving member 62 and the bracket driving member 611 each include, but are not limited to, a motor.

[0087] Optionally, such as Figure 10As shown in the embodiment of this application, the mechanical finger assembly 63 includes: a first pawl forearm 631, a second pawl forearm 632, a first pawl rear arm 633, a second pawl rear arm 634, a first linkage rod 635, and a second linkage rod 636.

[0088] The front ends of the first claw forearm 631 and the second claw forearm 632 are rotatably connected to the bracket 612.

[0089] The end of the first hook forearm 631 is rotatably connected to the front end of the first hook rear arm 633; ​​the end of the second hook forearm 632 is rotatably connected to the front end of the second hook rear arm 634.

[0090] The front ends of the first linkage 635 and the second linkage 636 are rotatably connected to the bracket 612.

[0091] The end of the first linkage 635 is rotatably connected to the middle of the first pawl rear arm 633; ​​the end of the second linkage 636 is rotatably connected to the middle of the second pawl rear arm 634.

[0092] The second driving component 62 is mounted on the bracket 612 as a hook driving component. It is used to drive the first hook forearm 631 and the second hook forearm 632 to rotate relative to the bracket 612, thereby driving the first hook rear arm 633 and the second hook rear arm 634 to rotate. This allows the ends of the first hook rear arm 633 and the second hook rear arm 634 to move closer to each other to grab the target object 200 (such as clothing) or to move further apart to release the target object 200, thus realizing the grabbing or releasing function of the mechanical finger assembly 63.

[0093] Optionally, such as Figure 10 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the bracket 612 is provided with a through hole, the first hook forearm 631 is provided with an assembly hole, and the output shaft of the second drive member 62 passes through the through hole on the bracket 612 and is fixedly assembled with the assembly hole on the first hook forearm 631, so that the second drive member 62 can drive the first hook forearm 631 to rotate.

[0094] Optionally, such as Figure 10 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the front end of the first hook forearm 631 and the front end of the second hook forearm 632 mesh with each other, and the rotation of the first hook forearm 631 drives the rotation of the second hook forearm 632.

[0095] Of course, in other alternative embodiments of this application, the robotic arm 60 can also be designed as a claw, depending on actual needs.

[0096] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 3As shown in the embodiment of this application, the drying device 100 further includes an environmental detection element 70, which is disposed at at least one of the drying structure, storage structure 30, storage structure 40 and robotic arm assembly, and is configured to detect the environmental conditions of the drying space.

[0097] In this embodiment, the environmental detection component 70 is used to detect the environmental conditions of the drying device 100 or the environmental conditions of the drying space defined by the drying structure. Based on the environmental conditions detected by the environmental detection component 70, the robotic arm assembly can be controlled to switch between a retracted state and an extended state. It can also be controlled to grab the target object 200 (e.g., clothing) drying on the drying structure, and to move the target object 200 to the storage space of the storage structure 30. The storage structure 30 then protects the target object 200, achieving automatic and intelligent retrieval. This allows the drying device 100 to not only have a drying function but also an automatic retrieval and storage function, increasing its functional diversity and practicality, and improving its automation and intelligence.

[0098] Optionally, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown in the embodiments of this application, environmental detection components 70 are provided on any one, any two, any three, or any four of the drying structure, storage structure 30, storage structure 40, and robotic arm assembly.

[0099] It should be noted that, in this embodiment of the application, the environmental conditions that can be detected by the environmental detection device 70 include, but are not limited to, the rainfall, humidity, dust content and temperature in the environment or drying space where the drying device 100 is located.

[0100] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 3 As shown in the embodiments of this application, the environmental detection component 70 includes at least one of a rainwater detection component, a humidity detection component, a wind speed detection component, a dust detection component, and a temperature detection component.

[0101] In this embodiment, a rain detection device is used to detect whether rainfall occurs and the amount of rainfall. A humidity detection device is used to detect ambient humidity or air humidity. A wind speed detection device is used to detect ambient wind speed or airflow speed in the environment. A dust detection device is used to detect the amount or concentration of dust in the environment. A temperature detection device is used to detect ambient temperature and can also detect the temperature of the target object 200 (e.g., clothing) to determine whether the object is dry. By detecting the above parameters, it can be determined whether the target object 200 being dried needs to be moved to a storage space, thereby enabling effective protection and drying of the target object 200.

[0102] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the rain detection device includes, but is not limited to, a rain sensor.

[0103] In this embodiment, when the target object 200 (e.g., clothing) is washed and placed in the storage structure 30, the robotic arm assembly automatically suspends the target object 200 to the drying structure for drying. When the rain sensor detects rain, it drives the robotic arm assembly to move the target object 200 and place it in the storage structure 30, and raises the drying rod assembly 20 to a certain height to prevent rainwater from splashing into the storage structure 30, thus achieving automatic and intelligent clothes collection.

[0104] Of course, in other optional embodiments of this application, the rain detection element may include a rain gauge sensor or a raindrop sensor, depending on actual needs.

[0105] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the humidity detection device includes, but is not limited to, a humidity sensor or a hygrometer.

[0106] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the wind speed detection device includes, but is not limited to, an anemometer or wind speed measuring instrument.

[0107] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the dust detection device includes, but is not limited to, a dust concentration sensor or a dust sensor.

[0108] Optionally, in this embodiment, the temperature detection device includes, but is not limited to, a temperature sensor or a temperature detector. The temperature sensor can be an infrared temperature sensor.

[0109] Of course, in other optional embodiments of this application, weather forecast information can also be obtained directly from the meteorological department using the environmental monitoring device 70, depending on actual needs.

[0110] Optionally, in this embodiment, the drying device 100 further includes a control unit configured to control the robotic arm assembly to switch between a retracted state and an extended state, and to control the robotic arm assembly to move the target object 200 to the storage space. This design enables automatic and intelligent collection of the target object 200 (e.g., clothing). Of course, the control unit can also control the robotic arm assembly to suspend the target object 200 at the drying structure for drying.

[0111] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the drying component 110, the lifting component 120, the lighting component 130, the first driving component 43, the robotic arm 50, the robotic hand 60, and the environmental detection component 70 are all electrically connected to the control unit.

[0112] In this embodiment, the control unit is used to acquire the environmental conditions detected by the environmental detection unit 70, and according to the environmental conditions, control the opening and closing of the drying assembly 110, the raising and lowering of the drying rod assembly 20, the opening and closing of the lighting assembly 130, and the opening and closing of the first driving unit 43 to control the switching of the robotic arm assembly between the retracted state and the extended state, the folding, unfolding or rotating of the robotic arm 50, and the rotation, grasping or releasing of the robotic hand 60, etc.

[0113] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the control unit includes, but is not limited to, the main control board.

[0114] Optionally, such as Figure 10 As shown in this embodiment, the drying device 100 further includes a visual recognition structure 80. The visual recognition structure 80 is disposed at at least one of the drying structure, storage structure 30, folding structure 40, and robotic arm assembly, and is configured to identify the position of the target object 200 (e.g., clothing). This design allows the robotic arm assembly to easily grasp the target object 200. The visual recognition structure 80 is also configured to locate the boundary or outline of the target object 200, or to locate a specific area of ​​the target object 200, such as a key or critical area like the collar, shoulder, placket, or cuffs of clothing.

[0115] Optionally, in this embodiment, the visual recognition structure 80 is electrically connected to the control unit. This design enables linkage between the visual recognition structure 80, the lifting assembly 120, and the robotic arm assembly.

[0116] Optionally, such as Figure 10 As shown in this embodiment, the visual recognition structure 80 includes a camera assembly. The camera assembly is mounted on a bracket 612. Optionally, the camera assembly includes, but is not limited to, an infrared camera.

[0117] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 3 , Figure 11 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the storage structure 30 includes a storage box or storage cover 31. The storage box or storage cover 31 includes at least one of a waterproof layer, a water-proof layer, a dustproof layer, and a thermal insulation layer.

[0118] Optionally, in this embodiment, the waterproof layer is made of a waterproof material. The water-resistant layer is made of a water-resistant material. The dustproof layer is made of a dustproof material.

[0119] In this embodiment of the application, by designing a waterproof layer, a water-proof layer, or a dustproof layer in the storage box or storage cover 31, the storage box or storage cover 31 can be waterproof, water-proof, or dustproof, preventing the target object 200 (such as clothing) from getting wet or dusty, thus achieving effective protection.

[0120] Optionally, in this embodiment of the application, the insulation layer is made of insulation material.

[0121] In this embodiment of the application, by designing an insulation layer in the storage box or storage cover 31, the target object 200 (such as clothing) can be kept warm, avoiding the problem that the items cannot be dried in time due to the low ambient temperature.

[0122] Optionally, in this embodiment of the application, the storage box or storage cover 31 has a second opening, which communicates with the storage space and is located at the top of the storage box or storage cover 31.

[0123] In this embodiment, the circumferential sidewalls and bottom wall of the storage box or storage cover 31 form a storage space. The robotic arm assembly can drive the grasped target object 200 (such as clothing) into the storage space through the top opening. The circumferential sidewalls and bottom wall of the storage box or storage cover 31 can provide full-range protection for the target object 200.

[0124] Of course, in other optional embodiments of this application, the second opening may be provided on the side of the storage box or storage cover 31 as needed.

[0125] Optionally, in this embodiment, an openable door or a removable cover (not shown) can be provided at the second opening of the storage box or storage cover 31 as needed. When the storage box or storage cover 31 is not storing the target object 200 (e.g., clothing), the door or cover at the second opening can be opened. When the storage box or storage cover 31 contains the target object 200, the door or cover can be closed. Because of the insulation layer, the stored items can be kept warm, avoiding the problem of items not drying in time due to low ambient temperature.

[0126] Optionally, in the embodiments of this application, the openable and closable methods include, but are not limited to, pivotal connections. The detachable methods include, but are not limited to, snap-fit ​​or screw connections.

[0127] Optionally, in this embodiment of the application, the storage box or storage cover 31 can be a drying box or an insulated box.

[0128] Optionally, in this embodiment of the application, the storage box or storage cover 31 is detachably arranged at the drying structure.

[0129] In this embodiment, the storage structure 30 is detachably connected to the drying structure, facilitating assembly and disassembly and making operation convenient. When the drying structure may be used (e.g., when the user is not at home), the storage structure 30 can be assembled onto the drying structure to facilitate the timely collection of the stored object 200 (e.g., clothing) according to weather changes; when the storage structure 30 is not needed, it can be removed to increase the drying space. The storage structure 30 can serve as a temporary storage box or a temporary storage cover.

[0130] Optionally, such as Figure 3 and Figure 11 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the storage structure 30 further includes a hook 32, which is fixedly connected to the storage box or storage cover 31. The storage box or storage cover 31 can be hung on the drying structure using the hook 32, so that the storage structure 30 is arranged below the drying structure. This eliminates the need to allocate additional space for the storage structure 30, thereby reducing the area occupied by the drying device 100 and saving space.

[0131] Optionally, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the overall structure of the drying device 100 provided in this application embodiment includes a main unit component 10, a lifting component 120, a drying rod component 20, a robotic arm component, an environmental detection component 70, a storage structure 30, a storage structure 40, a visual recognition structure 80, a drying component 110, and a lighting component 130, etc.

[0132] Optionally, such as Figure 14 As shown in this embodiment, the main unit 10 includes: a housing fastener 11, a side panel 12, a side panel cover 13, and a base plate 14. The housing fastener 11 and the side panel 12 are fixed to the base plate 14 by screws and other means to form the frame of the drying structure. The side panel cover 13 is installed on the side panel 12 and serves to decorate, improve aesthetics, and protect the side panel.

[0133] Optionally, such as Figure 13 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown in this embodiment, the drying assembly 110 includes: an upper air duct shell 111, a lower air duct shell 112, a fan wheel 113, a motor 114, and a heating module 115. The upper air duct shell 111 and the lower air duct shell 112 are detachably connected and assembled to form an air duct. The motor 114, the fan wheel 113, and the heating module 115 are each mounted on the upper air duct shell 111 or the lower air duct shell 112 and located within the air duct. The motor 114 is connected to the fan wheel 113 and is used to drive the fan wheel 113, providing power for its rotation. The rotation of the fan wheel 113 causes airflow, generating wind or airflow. The heating module 115 is located near the air duct outlet. The wind or airflow generated by the fan wheel 113 is heated by the heating module 115 and transformed into hot air. The hot air flows out through the air duct outlet and blows towards the target object 200, achieving the drying effect.

[0134] Optionally, such as Figures 1 to 5 , Figures 7 to 10As shown in the embodiment of this application, the robotic arm assembly includes a robotic arm 50 and a robotic hand 60. The robotic arm 50 includes a first base 51, first limb assemblies to fourth limb assemblies (i.e., first limb 521 and first limb drive 531, second limb 522 and second limb drive 532, third limb 523 and third limb drive 533, and fourth limb 524 and fourth limb drive 534), etc. The robotic hand 60 includes a support assembly 61, a second drive 62, and a robotic finger assembly 63.

[0135] Optionally, such as Figures 5 to 7 As shown in this embodiment, the storage structure 40 includes a storage box 42 with a box body 421, a cover 422, a support member 423, a first screw 441, a first movable seat 442, and a first driving member 43. The first screw 441 passes through the rotating fixing holes of the box body 421 and the support member 423 for rotatable fixing. One end of the first screw 441 has a rotating hole. The first screw 441 and the first movable seat 442 are threaded together. The first driving member 43 is fixedly mounted on the support member 423, and the rotating shaft of the first driving member 43 is fixed in the rotating hole of the first screw 441. When the first driving member 43 is running, the rotating shaft of the first driving member 43 rotates, driving the first screw 441 to rotate clockwise or counterclockwise, thereby driving the first movable seat 442 to move along the first screw 441.

[0136] Optionally, such as Figure 5 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown in this embodiment, the robotic arm 50 includes a first base 51 and four segmental assemblies. The first base 51 and a first movable seat 442 are fixedly connected. The first segmental assembly includes a first segment 521 and a first segmental drive 531; the second segmental assembly includes a second segment 522 and a second segmental drive 532; the third segmental assembly includes a third segment 523 and a third segmental drive 533; and the fourth segmental assembly includes a fourth segment 524 and a fourth segmental drive 534. Each segmental assembly has a segmental drive, allowing the robotic arm 50 to change its length and shape as the segmental drive rotates, enabling it to manipulate target objects 200 (e.g., clothing) at different locations. The end of the fourth segmental assembly is equipped with a robotic hand 60, which can grasp and place the target object 200.

[0137] The first segment drive 531 is fixedly installed inside the first base 51, and the rotating shaft of the first segment drive 531 is fixed in the corresponding slot at the first end of the first segment 521. The second segment drive 532 is fixedly installed on the second end of the first segment 521. When the first segment drive 531 is running, it can synchronously drive the first segment 521 to rotate.

[0138] The second limb drive member 532, the second limb 522, the third limb drive member 533, the third limb 523, the fourth limb drive member 534, and the fourth limb 524 are installed sequentially as described above, and will not be repeated here. Similarly, when the second limb drive member 532 is running, it can synchronously drive the second limb 522 to rotate; when the third limb drive member 533 is running, it can synchronously drive the third limb 523 to rotate; and when the fourth limb drive member 534 is running, it can synchronously drive the fourth limb 524 to rotate.

[0139] Optionally, such as Figure 10 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the robotic arm 60 includes a support drive 611, a support 612, a second drive 62, a first hook forearm 631, a second hook forearm 632, a first hook rear arm 633, a second hook rear arm 634, a first linkage 635, and a second linkage 636.

[0140] The support drive 611 is fixedly mounted on the second end of the fourth limb 524, and the rotation shaft of the support drive 611 is fixed in the corresponding mounting hole of the support 612. The second drive 62 is fixedly mounted on the support 612, and the rotation shaft of the second drive 62 is fixed in the corresponding mounting hole of the first pawl forearm 631. The first pawl forearm 631 is limited by being fixed to the rotation shaft of the second drive 62, and the first pawl forearm 631 and the second pawl forearm 632 are simultaneously engaged; the second pawl forearm 632 is rotatably mounted on the support 612. Another mounting hole of the first pawl forearm 631 is rotatably fixed to the end mounting hole of the first pawl rear arm 633. The first pawl rear arm 633 is rotatably fixed to the first linkage rod 635; the first linkage rod 635 is simultaneously rotatably fixed to the support 612. Another mounting hole of the second pawl forearm 632 is rotatably fixed to the end mounting hole of the second pawl rear arm 634. The second hook arm 634 and the second linkage rod 636 are rotatably fixed together; the second linkage rod 636 is also rotatably fixed together with the bracket 612.

[0141] When the second driving member 62 is running, the rotating shaft of the second driving member 62 drives the first hook front arm 631 to rotate, and the first hook front arm 631 drives the first hook rear arm 633 to move back and forth; the first hook front arm 631 drives the second hook front arm 632 to rotate, and the second hook front arm 632 drives the second hook rear arm 634 to move back and forth; at the same time, due to the limiting effect of the first linkage rod 635 and the second linkage rod 636, the first hook rear arm 633 and the second hook rear arm 634 can realize the function of opening or closing.

[0142] The camera assembly of the visual recognition structure 80 is fixedly mounted on the bracket 612.

[0143] When the robotic arm assembly is not in use, the limbs are rotated by the limb drive components between each limb segment, causing the limbs to fold up. The robotic arm assembly is then stored in the storage box 42 by the first drive component 43, the first screw 441, and the first moving seat 442.

[0144] When the robotic arm assembly is required to grip a target object 200 (such as clothing), the robotic arm assembly extends out of the storage box 42 through the action of the first drive member 43 and the first screw 441, and the limbs rotate through the limb drive members between each limb to extend the robotic arm assembly and grip and transport the target object 200 at different distances.

[0145] When automatic drying of a target object 200 (such as clothing) is required, a robotic arm assembly located on one side of the drying rod assembly 20 extends from the storage box 42. Using a camera assembly mounted on the robotic arm 60, it captures the position of the hanger, then the robotic arm 60 grips the hanger. The robotic arm 50 then moves the robotic arm 60 and the gripped hanger to the vicinity of the storage structure 30. A robotic arm assembly located on the other side of the drying rod assembly 20 extends from the storage box 42. Using a camera assembly mounted on the robotic arm 60, it captures a designated area of ​​the target object 200 (such as the collar position). The robotic arm 60 then grips the designated area of ​​the target object 200 and moves it to the vicinity of the robotic arm 60 gripping the hanger. The camera assembly then determines the boundary or outline of the hanger, and the target object 200 is slipped onto the edge of the hanger, thus achieving automatic drying.

[0146] When it is necessary to automatically collect the target object 200 (such as clothing), the robotic arm assembly located on one side of the drying rod assembly 20 extends from the storage box 42. Through the camera assembly installed on the robotic arm 60, it captures the position of the hanger on the drying rod assembly 20 where the target object 200 is hanging. Then, the robotic arm 50 drives the robotic arm 60 to move to the corresponding hanger position and clamps the hanger. The robotic arm assembly located on the other side of the drying rod assembly 20 extends from the storage box 42. Through the camera assembly installed on the robotic arm 60, it captures the position of the robotic arm 60 clamping the hanger. Then, it moves to the corresponding position and clamps the boundary or outline or the set area of ​​the target object 200 on the hanger, so that the target object 200 is removed from the hanger and moved to the collection box for storage.

[0147] Optionally, such as Figure 2 and Figure 13As shown in this embodiment, the lifting assembly 120 is connected to the drying rod assembly 20 via a transmission connection. The control unit controls the opening and closing of the lifting assembly 120, thereby driving the drying rod assembly 20 to move up and down, adjusting the height of the drying rod assembly 20 and the storage structure 30 for convenient drying and protection. The visual recognition structure 80 can locate the spatial position of the target object 200 (e.g., clothing). The control unit is electrically connected to the visual recognition structure 80 and the lifting assembly 120 respectively, and can adjust the height of the drying rod assembly 20 to the optimal level, thereby achieving linkage to raise or lower the target object 200 to the optimal drying or protection height.

[0148] Optionally, such as Figure 2 and Figure 13 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the lifting assembly 120 includes a motor 121, a winding reel 122, a steel wire rope 123 wound on the winding reel, and a scissor frame 124. The motor 121 drives the winding reel 122 to rotate, and the steel wire rope 123 is wound around the winding reel 122 to drive the scissor frame 124 to extend or retract. The free end of the scissor frame 124 is connected to the drying rod assembly 20 (e.g., bracket 22). The extension or retraction of the scissor frame 124 drives the drying rod assembly 20 to descend or rise, thereby realizing the adjustment of the height of the drying rod assembly 20.

[0149] Optionally, such as Figure 2 and Figure 12 As shown in the embodiment of this application, the lighting component 130 is disposed on the main unit component 10 and located directly below the main unit component 10, and is used to provide lighting for the drying space.

[0150] Optionally, in this embodiment of the application, a roller structure can be added as needed to wind the collected target object 200 (such as clothing) through the roller structure and then put it into the collection box, reducing the manual folding action.

[0151] Optionally, the drying device 100 provided in this application embodiment has the following beneficial effects: 1. It can intelligently sense whether there is rain.

[0152] 2. It can intelligently collect clothes, so users no longer have to worry about their clothes getting wet in the rain.

[0153] 3. The storage box or cover 31 is designed to be detachable, so that users can use it as a laundry cage when not in use.

[0154] 4. Both sides of the drying rack assembly are equipped with robotic arm assemblies, and the robotic arm assemblies have more than two limbs, which can adapt to various drying positions to a great extent.

[0155] Optionally, the drying device 100 provided in this application embodiment can be used in the fields of electric clothes dryers or electric drying racks.

[0156] Optionally, the drying device 100 provided in this application embodiment can be an intelligent clothes drying machine with a robotic arm and a clothes collection basket.

[0157] By applying the embodiments of this application, at least the following beneficial effects can be achieved: In this embodiment, the drying structure is used to carry and support the storage structure, the retrieval structure, and the robotic arm assembly, and is used to hang and dry target objects (such as clothing). The storage structure is used to protect the target objects (e.g., to prevent them from getting wet from rain or dust), and the target objects can be stored in the storage space of the storage structure.

[0158] In this embodiment, the robotic arm assembly is movable and is used to grasp or release a target object, and to move the target object, thereby adjusting its spatial position. The storage structure has a storage space for storing the robotic arm assembly. Because the robotic arm assembly is movable relative to the storage structure, it can switch between a retracted state and an extended state.

[0159] When it is necessary to adjust the spatial position of the target object (such as clothing), the drying device controls the robotic arm assembly to extend from the storage space. With the robotic arm assembly in the extended state, it can grab the target object and move it to the target position.

[0160] When the robotic arm assembly is extended, the drying device can use it to suspend target objects (such as clothing) on ​​the drying structure for drying; it can also use it to move suspended target objects from the drying structure to the storage space of the storage structure, thereby protecting the target objects from getting wet or dusty, and achieving automatic and intelligent collection of target objects; it can also use it to move target objects stored in the storage structure to the drying structure for drying.

[0161] The drying device provided in this application embodiment can dry target objects (such as clothes) using a drying structure, protect target objects using a storage structure, adjust the spatial position of target objects using a robotic arm assembly, and store the robotic arm assembly using a storage structure. This makes the drying device not only have a drying function, but also an automatic collection function and a storage function, increasing the functional diversity and practicality, and improving the degree of automation and intelligence.

[0162] In the description of this application, the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate directions or positional relationships based on the exemplary directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used to facilitate the description or simplification of the embodiments of this application and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or component 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 application.

[0163] 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. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0164] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0165] In the description of this specification, specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0166] The above description is only a partial implementation of this application. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, other similar implementation methods based on the technical concept of this application, without departing from the technical concept of this application, also fall within the protection scope of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A drying device, characterized in that, include: Drying structure; A storage structure is connected to the drying structure and has storage space; A storage structure is provided at at least one of the drying structure and the storage structure, and has storage space; A robotic arm assembly is movably mounted on the storage structure; The robotic arm assembly has: a retracted state within the storage space and an extended state extending out of the storage space; The robotic arm assembly is configured to move a target object from the drying structure to the storage space when it is in the extended state.

2. The drying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage structure includes: A storage box is installed on the drying structure and forms the storage space; The first driving component and the first transmission assembly are each disposed at the storage box; The first transmission component is connected to the first drive component and to the robotic arm component; The first transmission component is configured to drive the robotic arm component to switch between the retracted state and the extended state.

3. The drying device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The storage box also has a first opening that communicates with the storage space; The first transmission assembly includes: A first screw is rotatably disposed within the storage space about its own axis; the first end of the first screw is connected to the first driving member. The first movable seat is threadedly connected to the first screw and connected to the front end of the robotic arm assembly; The first screw is configured to drive the first movable seat to move in a direction close to or away from the first opening.

4. The drying device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The robotic arm assembly includes: a robotic arm and a robotic hand; The robotic arm includes: The first base is movably disposed within the storage space; At least two limb assemblies that are rotatably connected in sequence are rotatably mounted on the first base; The robotic arm is movably mounted on the last segment assembly located away from the first base.

5. The drying device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The robotic arm includes: A support assembly is rotatably disposed at the end of the last limb assembly; The second drive element and the mechanical finger assembly are each disposed on the bracket assembly, and the mechanical finger assembly is connected to the second drive element; The mechanical finger assembly is configured to grasp or release the target object under the drive of the second drive member.

6. The drying apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes at least one of the following: An environmental detection device, disposed at at least one of the drying structure, the storage structure, the receiving structure, and the robotic arm assembly, is configured to detect the environmental conditions of the drying space. The control unit is configured to: control the robotic arm assembly to switch between the retracted state and the extended state, and control the robotic arm assembly to move the target object to the storage space; A visual recognition structure, disposed at at least one of the drying structure, the storage structure, the receiving structure, and the robotic arm assembly, is configured to: identify the position of the target object.

7. The drying apparatus according to claim 6, characterized in that, Environmental monitoring devices include at least one of the following: rainwater monitoring device, humidity monitoring device, wind speed monitoring device, dust monitoring device, and temperature monitoring device.

8. The drying apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage structure includes: a storage box or a storage cover; The storage box or storage cover includes at least one of a waterproof layer, a water-proof layer, a dustproof layer, and a thermal insulation layer.

9. The drying apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that, Includes at least one of the following: The storage box or storage cover can be detachably arranged at the drying structure; The storage box or storage cover has a second opening that communicates with the storage space and is located on the top or side of the storage box or storage cover.

10. The drying apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drying structure includes: Host components; The drying rod assembly is connected to the main unit assembly and is movable in the vertical direction; The drying rod assembly is provided with a storage structure and a robotic arm assembly connected to the storage structure on each of the opposite sides of the drying space.

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