Clothing thickness measuring device and clothing care machine

Abstract

The utility model relates to domestic appliance technical field provides a kind of clothes thickness measuring device and clothes care machine, clothes thickness measuring device includes cross rail unit, measuring arm subassembly, measuring arm subassembly includes two measuring arms and can be on the cross rail unit Sliding away or close to clothes, at least one measuring arm of measuring arm subassembly is set up distance detection module and touches clothes when measuring arm close to clothes, to detect the distance of first measuring arm or second measuring arm relative to the clothes to be cared, the sensor in distance detection module is contact sensor.The clothes thickness measuring device and clothes care machine provided by the application can accurately measure the thickness of clothes, so as to adjust the care parameters according to the thickness information, ensure the care effect, and interrupt the care mode or output prompt information in time when the thickness of clothes is abnormal, avoid equipment damage or clothes damage, improve the intelligent level and user experience of clothes care machine.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of household appliance technology, and in particular to a clothing thickness measuring device and a clothing care machine. Background Technology

[0002] In modern life, garment care machines have become an indispensable household appliance for many families. By offering various care modes, such as drying, ironing, and wrinkle removal, they meet users' diverse needs for garment care. However, with the diversification of garment materials and styles, how to select the appropriate care mode based on the characteristics of the garment and avoid damage caused by improper care has become an urgent problem to be solved in the technological development of garment care machines.

[0003] Currently, garment care machines on the market typically come equipped with multiple preset care modes, allowing users to select the appropriate mode based on the fabric and care needs of their garments. However, this selection often relies on user experience and judgment, lacking an automated recognition and adjustment mechanism. To improve the accuracy of care, some high-end garment care machines have begun to integrate garment recognition technology, using image recognition, material sensing, and other methods to determine the type of garment and then automatically adjust care parameters.

[0004] The introduction of clothing recognition technology has undoubtedly brought an intelligent upgrade to garment care machines. However, existing technologies still face many challenges in practical applications. While image recognition technology can capture the appearance features of clothing, its ability to identify key information such as clothing material and thickness is limited, especially when dealing with outer garments made of multiple materials, such as outer layers for warmth, windproofing, and cold protection, where its recognition accuracy is often significantly reduced.

[0005] In real life, outerwear requires specific care due to its usage scenarios and material characteristics. For example, the filling of thick outerwear such as down jackets and cotton-padded coats is prone to clumping and deformation in high temperature and humid environments, causing the garment to lose its original fluffiness and warmth. Leather outerwear, on the other hand, may dry out, crack, or harden due to high temperatures and steam, damaging its texture and appearance. Therefore, choosing the appropriate care method is crucial for these types of clothing.

[0006] However, existing garment care machines often neglect the crucial factor of garment thickness when processing outerwear. After the user selects a care mode, the machine typically executes the selected mode directly without real-time monitoring and adjustment based on the garment's thickness. This design significantly increases the risk of human error; selecting an unsuitable care mode for outerwear could potentially cause irreversible damage.

[0007] While some high-end garment care devices attempt to avoid this problem through garment recognition technology, the accuracy and cost of existing technologies remain significant obstacles. Image recognition technology is susceptible to environmental factors and performs poorly on complex materials like outerwear.

[0008] Patent CN107164935A discloses an automatically temperature-adjustable garment ironing device and its control method. The device includes a main body, a heating spray device, a controller, a power switch, a support rod, a hanger, a tube, and an ironing head. A proximity switch is embedded in the ironing head, and a first ultrasonic probe and a second ultrasonic probe are respectively arranged on both sides of the front of the ironing head. An ultrasonic analyzer is installed on the ironing head. This invention automatically adjusts the steam output power and thus the output temperature by ultrasonically detecting the thickness of different garments, thereby protecting the garments and improving the ironing effect. However, due to the numerous small pores in garment fabrics, ultrasonic waves undergo severe scattering and absorption upon entering these pores, resulting in the loss of most ultrasonic energy. Furthermore, the surface of garments is usually uneven, causing diffuse reflection. Even if ultrasonic waves penetrate the first layer of fabric, they will be diffusely reflected again in the second layer. In addition, the strong airflow in garment care also causes refraction and attenuation of ultrasonic waves. These multiple factors result in extremely weak echoes from ultrasonic detection, easily leading to detection failure or distorted results.

[0009] In summary, existing garment care machines suffer from several drawbacks when handling non-iron-sensitive garments like outerwear, including ignoring garment thickness, insufficient accuracy in thickness detection, and high implementation costs. These issues not only affect the user experience but also hinder the further development of garment care technology. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a garment care machine technology that can accurately identify garment thickness and automatically adjust the care mode based on this information. This would meet users' specific care needs for non-iron-sensitive garments like outerwear while improving the precision and convenience of the care process. Utility Model Content

[0010] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a clothing thickness measuring device and a clothing care machine, in order to solve the technical problem of poor care effect or equipment damage caused by different clothing thicknesses during the clothing care process.

[0011] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is implemented as follows:

[0012] A clothing thickness measuring device, comprising:

[0013] Cross rail assembly for mounting and supporting the measuring arm assembly;

[0014] The measuring arm assembly includes a first measuring arm and a second measuring arm, with a gap between the first measuring arm and the second measuring arm forming a space for accommodating clothing, and the first measuring arm and / or the second measuring arm being able to slide relative to the cross rail assembly away from or towards the clothing;

[0015] A distance detection module is disposed on at least one measuring arm of the measuring arm assembly and touches the garment as the measuring arm approaches the garment to detect the distance between the first measuring arm or the second measuring arm and the garment to be cared for. The sensor in the distance detection module is a contact sensor.

[0016] Furthermore, the horizontal rail assembly is mounted on the vertical rail assembly and is able to move up and down relative to it.

[0017] Furthermore, a protective pad or protective film is provided on the side of the sensor closest to the clothing.

[0018] Furthermore, the distance detection module also includes:

[0019] shell;

[0020] The contact push rod is capable of contacting the clothing and sliding relative to the outer shell; the sensor is located at the end of the outer shell away from the contact push rod, and a tolerance distance gap is provided between the sensor and the contact push rod.

[0021] The elastic element is used to reset the contact push rod.

[0022] Furthermore, a first contact surface is provided on the side of the contact push rod closest to the clothing, and a sensing part is provided on the end of the contact push rod closest to the sensor, with a certain tolerance distance gap maintained between the sensing part and the sensor.

[0023] Furthermore, the horizontal rail assembly includes a first horizontal rail and a second horizontal rail, and an infrared detection component is disposed between the first horizontal rail and the second horizontal rail. The infrared detection component is used to detect the contour thickness of the clothing.

[0024] Furthermore, the infrared detection component includes an infrared emitting unit and an infrared receiving unit. The infrared emitting unit is disposed on the side of the first horizontal rail near the second horizontal rail, and the infrared receiving unit is correspondingly disposed on the side of the second horizontal rail near the first horizontal rail.

[0025] Furthermore, the infrared detection components are in at least two sets, with each pair of infrared detection components spaced at a preset distance in the horizontal direction.

[0026] The second objective of this application is a garment care machine, comprising:

[0027] The housing forms a nursing cavity inside the housing;

[0028] A suspension device, located inside the nursing cavity near the top, is used to hang clothing to be cared for;

[0029] The care component includes an ironing component, a vertical track component, and a garment thickness measuring device as described above. The ironing component and the thickness measuring device are capable of moving up and down on the vertical track component relatively independently. The ironing component is used to iron or dry the garments to be cared for in the receiving cavity, and the thickness measuring device is capable of detecting the distance between the measuring arm and the garments to be cared for.

[0030] Furthermore, the thickness measuring device is located below the ironing assembly.

[0031] Compared with existing technologies, the clothing thickness measuring device and clothing care machine described in this utility model have the following advantages:

[0032] (1) The clothing thickness measuring device of this utility model has a distance detection module set on the measuring wall of the measuring arm assembly that moves relatively independently. The sensor in the distance detection module is a contact sensor, which is used to directly measure the thickness of clothing. The device can more accurately determine the material and characteristics of clothing, thereby avoiding the errors that may be caused by relying on user experience or simple image recognition in the traditional way. It not only enhances the accuracy of clothing care, but also greatly reduces the risk of clothing damage caused by misoperation.

[0033] (2) The garment care machine described in this utility model, based on the aforementioned garment thickness measuring device, uses a thickness detection arm to sense the thickness of the garments inside the care chamber. The thickness is then calculated using the stroke difference of the measuring arm, thereby determining whether the care mode will damage the garments. This makes the measurement process more intuitive and easier to operate, avoiding measurement errors that may occur due to contact pressure in traditional measurement methods. It has good adaptability to garments of different materials and softness, further expanding the application range of the measurement system. Furthermore, this measurement method has high automation potential, enabling automatic measurement and data recording through an integrated control system. This provides reliable data support for subsequent garment classification, washing parameter settings, etc., greatly improving user experience and measurement efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0034] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0035] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clothing thickness measuring device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clothing thickness measuring device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clothing thickness measuring device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the detection state of the clothing thickness measuring device described in this embodiment of the present invention when detecting thick clothing;

[0039] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the detection state of the clothing thickness measuring device described in this embodiment of the present invention when detecting thin clothing;

[0040] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a distance detection module according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0041] Figure 7 This is a front view of a distance detection module according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0042] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure of the AA section.

[0043] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0044] 400. Thickness measuring device; 410. Horizontal rail assembly; 411. First horizontal rail; 412. Second horizontal rail; 420. Measuring arm assembly; 421. First measuring arm; 422. Second measuring arm; 430. Drive motor; 441. Infrared emitting unit; 442. Infrared receiving unit; 500. Distance detection module; 510. Contact push rod; 511. First contact surface; 512. Sensing part; 520. Elastic element; 530. Sensor; 540. Housing; 600. Thick clothing; 700. Thin clothing. Detailed Implementation

[0045] To make the technical means and objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to specific figures.

[0046] It should be noted that all directional and positional terms used in this utility model, such as "up," "down," "left," "right," "front," "back," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," "top," "lower," "lateral," "longitudinal," and "center," are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and connection arrangements between components in a specific state (as shown in the accompanying drawings). They are merely for the convenience of describing this utility model and do not require that this utility model be constructed and operated in a specific orientation; therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, descriptions involving "first," "second," etc., in this utility model are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated.

[0047] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly 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 mechanical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0048] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. 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.

[0049] like Figures 1-8 As shown, this application discloses a clothing thickness measuring device, comprising:

[0050] The horizontal rail assembly 410 is used to mount and support the measuring arm assembly 420;

[0051] The measuring arm assembly 420 includes a first measuring arm 421 and a second measuring arm 422, with a gap between the first measuring arm 421 and the second measuring arm 422 for accommodating clothing, and the first measuring arm 421 and / or the second measuring arm 422 being able to slide relative to the cross rail assembly 410 away from or towards the clothing.

[0052] A distance detection module 500 is disposed on at least one measuring arm of the measuring arm assembly 420 and touches the garment as the measuring arm approaches the garment to detect the distance between the first measuring arm 421 or the second measuring arm 422 and the garment to be cared for. The distance detection module 500 includes a contact sensor that needs to contact the garment.

[0053] This application discloses a clothing thickness measuring device, the core of which consists of a horizontal rail assembly 410, a measuring arm assembly 420, and a distance detection module 500. The horizontal rail assembly 410 serves as the supporting foundation of the entire device, stably mounting and supporting the measuring arm assembly 420. The measuring arm assembly 420 includes a first measuring arm 421 and a second measuring arm 422, forming a gap between them specifically for accommodating clothing. This design allows the measuring arms to slide flexibly relative to the horizontal rail assembly 410 under the action of a drive motor 430, thereby adaptively adjusting according to the actual thickness of the clothing. When it is necessary to measure the thickness of clothing, the distance detection module 500, installed on at least one measuring arm, moves closer to the clothing along with the measuring arm and accurately detects the relative distance between the measuring arm and the clothing to be cared for at the moment of contact. Through this ingenious design, the device can quickly and accurately obtain the thickness information of the clothing, providing a crucial basis for subsequently selecting an appropriate care mode.

[0054] The clothing thickness measuring device proposed in this application uses a distance detection module 500 mounted on the measuring wall of a relatively independently moving measuring arm assembly 420 to directly measure clothing thickness. This allows for more accurate determination of the clothing's material and characteristics, avoiding errors that may arise from traditional methods relying on user experience or simple image recognition. This not only enhances the precision of clothing care but also significantly reduces the risk of damage due to misoperation. Furthermore, the device acquires information solely through the sliding of the measuring arm and the contact of the distance detection module 500, avoiding direct heating or steam treatment of the clothing, thus effectively protecting its texture and appearance. The clothing thickness measuring device disclosed in this application has a simple structure, a fast and automated measurement process, and requires no complex user operation or judgment, greatly improving the user experience.

[0055] As a preferred example of this application, the horizontal rail assembly 410 is mounted on the vertical rail assembly and can move up and down relative to it. This design allows the thickness measuring device 400 to move up and down relative to the vertical rail assembly. When it is necessary to measure the thickness of clothing at different locations, the entire thickness measuring device 400 can be easily adjusted to the target position by moving the horizontal rail assembly 410 up and down. During the measurement process, the first measuring arm 421 and the second measuring arm 422 maintain their flexibility and can adaptively slide according to the actual thickness of the clothing, while the distance detection module 500 continues to play its role in accurate measurement, recording accurate distance data the moment the measuring arm touches the clothing. Through this improvement, the clothing thickness measuring device described in this application not only achieves accurate measurement of clothing thickness but also greatly expands its measurement range and flexibility.

[0056] In the examples of this application, the contact sensor can be any type of sensor that requires contact measurement distance, such as a capacitive sensor, pressure sensor, proximity sensor, or microswitch. These sensors need to approach and touch the clothing along with the measuring arm to measure the actual distance between the clothing and the sensor through direct contact, thereby determining the thickness of the clothing. The contact sensor is mounted on at least one measuring arm and touches the clothing as the measuring arm approaches it.

[0057] By optimizing the sensor type in the aforementioned distance detection module 500, the contact sensor can obtain more direct thickness information by directly contacting the clothing, which is especially suitable for scenarios requiring high-precision measurement. This enables the clothing thickness measuring device of this application to cope with more complex care needs, provide users with more personalized and accurate clothing care suggestions, and significantly improve the flexibility and accuracy of the thickness measuring device 400.

[0058] As one example of this application, the sensor 530 in the distance detection module 500 is a contact sensor, with a protective pad or film disposed on the side of the sensor 530 closest to the clothing. This arrangement introduces a protective mechanism by cleverly installing a protective pad or film on the side of the contact sensor closest to the clothing. This protective component acts as a buffer layer between the sensor and the clothing, effectively isolating potential sources of damage such as metallic or hard details on the clothing during measurement. When the measuring arm moves the contact sensor close to and touches the clothing, the protective pad or film first contacts the clothing. Due to its soft and wear-resistant properties, it absorbs and disperses the impact force from the clothing details, thereby protecting the sensor from damage. This significantly improves the durability and reliability of the contact sensor, enabling it to maintain high-precision measurements for a longer period and reducing repair and replacement costs due to sensor damage.

[0059] Optionally, the distance detection module 500 further includes:

[0060] Casing 540;

[0061] The contact push rod 510 is able to come into contact with the clothing and slide relative to the outer casing 540;

[0062] The elastic element 520 is used to reset the contact push rod 510;

[0063] The sensor 530 is disposed at the end of the housing 540 away from the contact push rod 510, and a fault-tolerant distance gap is provided between the sensor 530 and the contact push rod 510.

[0064] This design further optimizes the structure of the distance detection module 500. The sensor 530 in the distance detection module 500 is a contact sensor. The distance detection module 500 includes key components such as a housing 540, a contact push rod 510, an elastic element 520, and the sensor 530. The contact push rod 510 can slide within the housing 540 and directly contact the clothing. A first abutment surface 511 is provided on the side of the contact push rod 510 closest to the clothing. When the first abutment surface 511 of the contact push rod 510 is pushed by the clothing, it overcomes the elastic force of the elastic element 520 and moves towards the sensor 530. The sensor 530 is located at the end of the housing 540 away from the contact push rod 510. A sensing part 512 is provided on the end of the contact push rod 510 closest to the sensor 530. The sensing part 512 maintains a certain tolerance distance gap with the contact push rod 510. This design allows the contact push rod 510 to move freely within a certain range without immediately triggering the sensor 530. When the clothing is thick, the sensor 530 will be triggered only when the contact push rod 510 is moved beyond the tolerance distance, thus achieving accurate measurement of the clothing thickness.

[0065] By employing a tolerance distance design between the contact push rod 510 and the sensor 530, misjudgments caused by the natural undulations of clothing during hanging are effectively avoided, improving measurement accuracy. This is particularly beneficial for thinner garments like innerwear, which experience undulations during natural hanging. Even though these garments will contact the contact push rod 510 and push it closer to the sensor 530, the tolerance distance prevents these undulations from being misjudged as extremely thick clothing. Furthermore, since the sensor 530 is triggered by the compression deformation of the elastic element 520, the elastic coefficient of the elastic element 520 can be configured to ensure that the clothing is effectively clamped when it undergoes elastic deformation. Specifically, when the elastic element 520 compresses, it means that the measuring arm has generated a counterforce as it approaches the clothing, indicating that the clothing is now clamped. The measured clothing thickness is thus the thickness of the garment in its fitted state. The contact module, through the elastic element 520 sleeved on the contact push rod 510 and the sensor 530 with a fault-tolerant distance from the contact push rod 510, can flexibly adapt to clothing of different thicknesses, further improving the accuracy and applicability of recognition.

[0066] This application discloses a clothing thickness measuring device that simplifies the measurement process and improves measurement efficiency, enabling it to accurately measure various types and materials of clothing, including innerwear that is prone to undulation in its natural state. This provides users with a more convenient and accurate clothing thickness measurement experience, and also provides strong technical support for clothing classification, storage, and washing scenarios.

[0067] As a preferred example, the horizontal rail assembly 410 includes a first horizontal rail 411 and a second horizontal rail 412. An infrared detection component is disposed between the first horizontal rail 411 and the second horizontal rail 412. The infrared detection component is used to detect the outline thickness of the garment. When the garment is hung on the garment care machine, there may be situations where the thickness exceeds the preset care thickness, such as when a onesie hood, decoration, or cuffs are abnormally turned outward. In such cases, if the thickness measuring device 400 is raised or lowered, the measuring arm assembly 420 and the distance detection module 500 are likely to snag on the garment, causing damage. In this example, the infrared detection component facilitates the detection of the outline thickness of the garment. When a local thickness exceeds the preset care thickness, the signal from the infrared detection component will be blocked by the garment. This means that the garment's condition is not suitable for the raising and lowering of the thickness measuring device 400, and stopping the raising and lowering in time can prevent damage to the garment. It should be noted that the infrared detection component is positioned vertically above and / or below the distance detection module 500 to avoid misjudgment. Being above the distance detection module 500 enables timely detection of problems during ascent, while being below the distance detection module 500 enables timely detection of problems during descent.

[0068] Specifically, the infrared detection component includes an infrared emitting unit 441 and an infrared receiving unit 442. The infrared emitting unit 441 is disposed on the side of the first horizontal rail 411 near the second horizontal rail 412, and the infrared receiving unit 442 is correspondingly disposed on the side of the second horizontal rail 412 near the first horizontal rail 411.

[0069] Preferably, the infrared detection components are in at least two sets, with each pair of infrared detection components spaced at a preset distance in the horizontal direction. By setting two sets of infrared detection components, corresponding settings can be made for both the front and back sides of the garment, facilitating timely detection of the outline thickness of the front and back sides of the garment. More preferably, the infrared detection components are in four sets, with two sets spaced at a preset distance and positioned above the distance detection module by 500, and the other two sets spaced at a preset distance and positioned below the distance detection module by 500.

[0070] As a preferred example of this application, this application discloses a garment care machine, comprising:

[0071] The housing forms a nursing cavity inside the housing;

[0072] A suspension device, located inside the nursing cavity near the top, is used to hang clothing to be cared for;

[0073] The care component includes an ironing component, a thickness measuring device 400, and a vertical track assembly. The ironing component and the thickness measuring device 400 are capable of moving up and down on the vertical track assembly relatively independently. The ironing component is used to iron or dry the garments to be cared for in the receiving cavity. The thickness measuring device 400 is capable of detecting the distance between the measuring arm and the garments to be cared for.

[0074] This application introduces a garment care component including a thickness measuring device 400 into a garment care machine. The ironing component is responsible for ironing or drying the garments. Through heating and ironing technology, the garments are restored to a smooth and dry state. The thickness measuring device 400 obtains the thickness and shape information of the garments in real time by detecting the distance between the measuring arm and the garments, providing precise care parameters for the ironing component to ensure optimal care results. Both the ironing component and the thickness measuring device 400 can move independently up and down on the vertical track component, achieving flexible care and precise measurement of the garments. This allows the garment care machine to automatically adjust the working parameters of the ironing component, such as ironing temperature and ironing time, according to the actual thickness and shape of the garments, thereby avoiding damage to the garments caused by over-ironing or under-ironing and protecting the texture and color of the garments.

[0075] As a preferred example of this application, the thickness measuring device 400 is disposed below the ironing assembly.

[0076] When the garment care system disclosed in this application is in use, the thickness measuring device 400 in the care chamber first moves from top to bottom or from bottom to top, and then moves closer to the garment to be cared for to detect its thickness. Based on the detected thickness and the selected care mode, the specific actions of the ironing components are determined, which effectively avoids improper care of outerwear, especially thick outerwear used for cold protection, wind protection and warmth, and further improves the user experience.

[0077] As a preferred example, the garment care system further includes a flattening and clamping module, which is mounted on the thickness measuring device 400 and used to flatten the garments to be cared for. By combining clamping and flattening with ironing or drying, the system ensures that after the thickness is detected and preset conditions are met, the garments to be cared for are fully unfolded and kept flat. Ironing or drying then removes wrinkles and dries the garments, providing users with an efficient and convenient garment care experience.

[0078] As a preferred example, a track assembly is provided within the nursing cavity. The ironing component and the thickness measuring device 400 slide up and down on the track assembly, either separately or simultaneously, under the action of the first driving assembly and / or the second driving assembly. Preferably, the track assembly includes a first guide rail assembly and a second guide rail assembly. The ironing component and the thickness measuring device 400 slide up and down on the first guide rail assembly and the second guide rail assembly, respectively, and are driven by the first driving assembly and the second driving assembly, respectively.

[0079] This configuration allows the ironing components and thickness measuring device 400 to move flexibly within the care chamber, adapting to garments of different sizes and shapes. It achieves precise positioning, flexibility, ease of operation, and space saving, improving the overall performance and user experience of the care device. The first guide rail assembly and the second guide rail assembly are arranged side-by-side, or they are arranged in a mutually enclosing manner, such as the second guide rail assembly being located inside the first guide rail assembly.

[0080] The garment care machine disclosed in this application, based on the aforementioned garment thickness measuring device, uses a thickness detection arm to sense the thickness of the garments inside the care chamber. The thickness is calculated by utilizing the travel difference of the measuring arm, thereby determining whether the care mode will damage the garments. This makes the measurement process more intuitive and easier to operate, avoiding measurement errors caused by contact pressure in traditional methods. It has good adaptability to garments of different materials and softness, further broadening the application range of the measurement system. Furthermore, this measurement method has high automation potential, enabling automatic measurement and data recording through an integrated control system. This provides reliable data support for subsequent garment sorting and washing parameter settings, greatly improving user experience and measurement efficiency. This application is the first to implement garment thickness detection in a garment care machine, allowing for the development of care strategies based on garment thickness, effectively avoiding unreasonable care operations, especially for thicker outerwear, due to human error.

[0081] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A clothing thickness measuring device, characterized in that, include: A cross rail assembly (410) is used to mount and support the measuring arm assembly (420). The measuring arm assembly (420) includes a first measuring arm (421) and a second measuring arm (422), with a gap for accommodating clothing formed between the first measuring arm (421) and the second measuring arm (422), and the first measuring arm (421) and / or the second measuring arm (422) being able to slide relative to the cross rail assembly (410) away from or towards the clothing; A distance detection module (500) is disposed on at least one measuring arm of the measuring arm assembly (420) and touches the garment as the measuring arm approaches the garment to detect the distance between the first measuring arm (421) or the second measuring arm (422) and the garment to be cared for. The sensor (530) in the distance detection module (500) is a contact sensor.

2. The clothing thickness measuring device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The horizontal rail assembly (410) is mounted on the vertical rail assembly and is able to move up and down relative to it.

3. The clothing thickness measuring device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A protective pad or protective film is provided on the side of the sensor (530) near the clothing.

4. The clothing thickness measuring device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The distance detection module (500) further includes: Casing (540); The contact push rod (510) is able to contact the clothing and slide relative to the outer shell (540); the sensor (530) is located at the end of the outer shell (540) away from the contact push rod (510), and a fault-tolerant distance gap is provided between the sensor (530) and the contact push rod (510); The elastic element (520) is used to reset the contact push rod (510).

5. The clothing thickness measuring device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The contact push rod (510) has a first contact surface (511) on the side near the clothing. A sensing part (512) is provided on the end of the contact push rod (510) near the sensor (530). A certain tolerance distance gap is maintained between the sensing part (512) and the sensor (530).

6. The clothing thickness measuring device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The horizontal rail assembly (410) includes a first horizontal rail (411) and a second horizontal rail (412), and an infrared detection component is provided between the first horizontal rail (411) and the second horizontal rail (412). The infrared detection component is used to detect the outline thickness of the clothing.

7. The clothing thickness measuring device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The infrared detection component includes an infrared emitting unit (441) and an infrared receiving unit (442). The infrared emitting unit (441) is disposed on the side of the first horizontal rail (411) near the second horizontal rail (412), and the infrared receiving unit (442) is correspondingly disposed on the side of the second horizontal rail (412) near the first horizontal rail (411).

8. The clothing thickness measuring device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The infrared detection components are in at least two sets, and the infrared detection components in each pair are set at a preset distance apart in the horizontal direction.

9. A garment care machine, characterized in that, include: The housing forms a nursing cavity inside the housing; A suspension device, located inside the nursing cavity near the top, is used to hang clothing to be cared for; The care assembly includes an ironing assembly, a vertical track assembly, and a garment thickness measuring device as described in any one of claims 1 to 8. The ironing assembly and the thickness measuring device are capable of moving up and down relatively independently on the vertical track assembly. The ironing assembly is used to iron or dry the garments to be cared for in the receiving cavity. The thickness measuring device is capable of detecting the distance between the measuring arm and the garments to be cared for.

10. The garment care machine according to claim 9, characterized in that, The thickness measuring device is located below the ironing assembly.

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