Base station and cleaning system

Abstract

The application provides a base station and a cleaning system, and relates to the technical field of cleaning appliances. The base station comprises a base and a driving piece. The base has a dust collecting chamber, and an interface is formed in the base and communicates with the dust collecting chamber. The driving piece is arranged on the base and is configured to abut against a dust cup cover on a dust cup when the dust cup moves towards the base, drive the dust cup cover to open the dust cup, and make the dust cup communicate with the interface. The dust cup cover is pried open by the driving piece, so that the dust collecting cavity of the dust cup communicates with the interface of the base, the dust collecting cavity and the dust collecting chamber of the base are communicated, the dust cup cover is pried open in a physical contact mode, and the problem that the dust cup cover cannot be effectively opened due to insufficient suction force can be avoided. In addition, the overall structure is simple, and the cost is low.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of cleaning appliance technology, and more particularly to a base station and cleaning system. Background Technology

[0002] The cleaning system includes a base station and a vacuum cleaner, which is detachably connected to the base station. The vacuum cleaner has a dust cup with an openable end cap. When operating, the vacuum cleaner sucks debris from the surface to be cleaned into the dust cup. The base station, when connected to the vacuum assembly, can open the end cap of the dust cup and collect the debris inside.

[0003] In related technologies, the base station generates suction force through a negative pressure component to open the end cap of the dust cup, and then collects debris from inside the dust cup using suction. After the debris in the dust cup is cleaned, the end cap can automatically close due to the reset component of a torsion spring.

[0004] However, the above method requires the installation of a suction motor and related drive components in the base station. As debris accumulates and clogs the base station, the suction power decreases, and the end cap of the dust cup cannot be opened effectively. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a base station and a cleaning system to solve the problem that the dust cup cover on the dust cup cannot be effectively opened when the dust cup of the cleaning equipment is connected to the base station.

[0006] Firstly, the base station provided in this application includes:

[0007] The base has a dust collection chamber and an interface on the base that communicates with the dust collection chamber;

[0008] A drive unit is disposed on the base and is configured to abut against the dust cup cover on the dust cup when the dust cup of the cleaning device moves toward the base, thereby driving the dust cup cover to open the dust cup so that the dust cup can communicate with the interface.

[0009] Thus, the base station is equipped with a driving component that opens the dust cup cover, allowing the dust collection chamber of the dust cup to connect with the interface of the base, thereby connecting the dust collection chamber to the dust collection room of the base. Opening the dust cup cover through physical contact avoids the problem of insufficient suction preventing the cover from opening effectively. Furthermore, the overall structure is simple and the cost is low.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the base provided in this application further includes a base, the base being disposed on the base, and the base being used to install the floor brush assembly of the cleaning equipment;

[0011] The base is provided with at least one first limiting part, which is configured to be connected to a second limiting part on the floor brush assembly of the cleaning device.

[0012] Thus, when the dust cup of the cleaning equipment is connected to the base, the floor brush assembly of the cleaning equipment can be placed on the base accordingly. The second limiting part on the floor brush assembly is connected to the first limiting part on the base to limit the floor brush assembly on the base, preventing the cleaning equipment from shaking and causing the dust cup to fail to connect with the base.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the base station provided in this application further includes a cover and a dust collection bag, an installation port on the base that communicates with the dust collection chamber, and a cover that is movably mounted on the base for closing or opening the installation port.

[0014] The dust collection bag is installed in the dust collection chamber, and the opening of the dust collection bag is connected to the interface.

[0015] Thus, a dust collection bag is installed inside the dust collection chamber, with its opening connected to the interface. The dust collection bag is used to collect dirt from the dust cup. Cleaning of the dust collection chamber can be achieved by replacing the dust collection bag through the installation port, making operation convenient and improving ease of use.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the base station provided in this application has at least one air outlet on its base, and the air outlet is connected to the dust collection chamber.

[0017] In this way, by setting up air vents, the airflow in the dust collection chamber can be discharged to the outside environment through the air vents, thus preventing the airflow from accumulating in the dust collection chamber.

[0018] In one possible implementation, the base station provided in this application has a driver disposed within an interface, with one end of the driver extending out of the interface toward the side away from the dust collection chamber.

[0019] Thus, as the dust cup moves toward the drive unit, the drive unit drives the dust cup cover to rotate. The end of the dust cup cover away from the drive unit can rotate and extend into the dust collection chamber through the interface, so that the dust cup cover can rotate to a larger extent, thereby fully opening the dust cup and improving the efficiency of cleaning dirt inside the dust cup.

[0020] In one possible implementation, the base station provided in this application further includes a seal surrounding the periphery of the interface, the seal being configured to seal the gap between the dust cup and the interface when the interface is mated with the dust cup.

[0021] Thus, when the dust cup is connected to the interface, the dust cup cover rotates open under the action of the drive component, and the sealing component abuts against the dust cup, which can seal the gap between the dust cup and the interface, preventing dirt in the dust cup from leaking out through the gap between the dust cup and the interface.

[0022] In one possible implementation, the base station provided in this application has a receiving slot on the base, and the interface is located in the receiving slot. The receiving slot is configured to accommodate part of the cleaning equipment.

[0023] Thus, the receiving groove is used for the embedding of part of the cleaning equipment, ensuring the alignment and limiting of the dust cup of the cleaning equipment with the interface on the base, reducing the possibility of displacement of the cleaning equipment.

[0024] In one possible implementation, the base station provided in this application further includes a locking component, which includes two locking members, both of which are movably disposed within a receiving slot and are located on opposite sides of the interface.

[0025] Two locking elements are configured to move relative to the base and jointly clamp the cleaning device to confine the cleaning device within the receiving slot.

[0026] In this way, and further by using two locking elements to confine the cleaning equipment within the receiving slot, the cleaning equipment is provided with multi-directional physical constraints, reducing the possibility of the cleaning equipment falling off and improving the stability of the connection between the cleaning equipment and the base station.

[0027] Secondly, the cleaning system provided in this application includes cleaning equipment and any of the above-mentioned base stations, with the base station cooperating with the dust cup of the cleaning equipment.

[0028] In one possible implementation, the cleaning device provided in this application includes a body and a dust cup disposed on the body. The dust cup has a dust collection chamber, and a dust cup cover is rotatably disposed on the dust cup to open or close the dust collection chamber.

[0029] The dust cup cover is provided with an abutting part, which is configured to abut against the driving component of the base station when the cleaning equipment is engaged with the base, and drive the dust cup cover to rotate and open the dust collection chamber under the drive of the driving component.

[0030] Thus, when the cleaning equipment is connected to the base station, the drive unit drives the dust cup cover to open automatically through the contact part, realizing the connection between the dust cup and the base.

[0031] In addition to the technical problems solved by the embodiments of this application, the technical features constituting the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by the technical features of these technical solutions as described above, other technical problems that this application can solve, other technical features included in the technical solutions, and the beneficial effects brought about by these technical features will be further explained in detail in the specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0032] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application 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 some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cleaning system provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0034] Figure 2 for Figure 1 A structural diagram from another angle;

[0035] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A sectional view of section AA in the middle;

[0036] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram of section C;

[0037] Figure 5 for Figure 2 A sectional view of section BB in the middle;

[0038] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged structural diagram of section D;

[0039] Figure 7 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a mid-range base station;

[0040] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A breakdown diagram of a central base station;

[0041] Figure 9 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the cleaning equipment;

[0042] Figure 10 for Figure 9 Enlarged structural diagram of section E in the middle;

[0043] Figure 11 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the stroke channel structure in its first state;

[0044] Figure 12 for Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the stroke duct structure in the second state.

[0045] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0046] 100. Base station;

[0047] 110. Base; 111. Interface; 112. Dust collection chamber; 113. Mounting port; 114. Receiving groove; 115. Insertion groove; 116. Mounting part; 117. Second stop part; 118. Air outlet;

[0048] 120. Locking assembly; 121. Locking element; 1211. Insertion part; 1212. First guide slope; 1213. Second guide slope; 1214. First stop part; 122. Elastic element;

[0049] 130. Driving components;

[0050] 140. Sealing components;

[0051] 150. Cover; 151. Dust collection bag;

[0052] 160. Base; 161. First limiting part;

[0053] 200. Cleaning equipment;

[0054] 210. Fuselage; 211. Fan; 2111. Air inlet; 2112. Air outlet;

[0055] 220. Dust cup; 221. Dust cup cover; 2211. Abutting part; 222. Clearance groove;

[0056] 230. Air duct structure; 231. Fan mounting bracket; 2311. Air inlet; 2312. Air outlet; 232. Divider; 233. Connecting seat; 2331. First air duct; 2332. Second air duct;

[0057] 240. Floor brush component.

[0058] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concepts of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0059] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar components or components having the same or similar functions throughout. The described embodiments are some, but not all, embodiments of this application. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this application, and should not be construed as limiting this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application. The embodiments of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0060] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or the internal communication between two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0061] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "back", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0062] The terms "first," "second," and "third" (if any) in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a particular order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in orders other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0063] Furthermore, the terms “comprising” and “having”, and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, system, product, or display that includes a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units that are explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units that are not explicitly listed or that are inherent to such process, method, product, or display.

[0064] As described in the background section, the base station uses a negative pressure component to generate suction, thereby opening the end cap of the dust cup, and then uses suction to collect debris inside the dust cup. After the debris inside the dust cup is cleaned, the end cap can automatically close due to the reset mechanism of a torsion spring.

[0065] However, the above method requires the installation of a suction motor and related drive components in the base station. As debris accumulates and clogs the base station, the suction power decreases, and the end cap of the dust cup cannot be opened effectively.

[0066] In view of the above problems, this application provides a base station and a cleaning device. The base station includes a base and a drive unit. The base has a dust collection chamber and an interface communicating with the dust collection chamber. The drive unit is disposed on the base and is configured to abut against the dust cup cover when the dust cup of the cleaning device moves toward the base, driving the dust cup cover to open the dust cup, so that the dust cup communicates with the interface. By pushing open the dust cup cover with the drive unit, the dust collection chamber of the dust cup is connected to the interface of the base, thereby connecting the dust collection chamber and the dust collection chamber of the base. Opening the dust cup cover through physical contact avoids the problem of the dust cup cover not being able to open effectively due to insufficient suction. Furthermore, the overall structure is simple and the cost is low.

[0067] The specific implementation methods of the base station and cleaning equipment provided in this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0068] Reference Figures 1 to 10 As shown, the base station 100 provided in this embodiment includes a base 110 and a drive unit 130. The base 110 has a dust collection chamber 112, and an interface 111 communicating with the dust collection chamber 112 is provided on the base 110. The drive unit 130 is disposed on the base 110 and is configured to abut against the dust cup cover 221 on the dust cup 220 when the dust cup 220 of the cleaning device 200 moves toward the base 110, thereby driving the dust cup cover 221 to open the dust cup 220 so that the dust cup 220 communicates with the interface 111.

[0069] In this embodiment, the base station 100 is used in conjunction with the cleaning device 200. The base station 100 can cooperate with the dust cup 220 of the cleaning device 200 to collect dirt from the dust cup 220. The base station 100 can also cooperate with the body 210 of the cleaning device 200 to charge the cleaning device 200 and perform other operations.

[0070] The cleaning equipment 200 can be a floor scrubber, vacuum cleaner, etc., and this application embodiment does not limit it. The cleaning equipment 200 has a dust cup 220 for collecting dirt, the dust cup 220 has a dust collection chamber for collecting dirt, and a dust cup cover 221 is rotatably disposed on the dust cup 220 to open or close the dust collection chamber.

[0071] Specifically, refer to Figure 2 , Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, when the cleaning device 200 is engaged with the base 110, the cleaning device 200 moves toward the base 110 so that the dust cup cover 221 of the cleaning device 200 gradually approaches the drive member 130 of the base station 100. When the drive member 130 of the base station 100 abuts against the dust cup cover 221, the drive member 130 applies a force to the dust cup cover 221 to drive the dust cup cover 221 to rotate relative to the dust cup 220, so that the dust cup cover 221 rotates and opens. This allows the dust collection chamber of the dust cup 220 to connect with the interface 111 of the base 110, so that the dust collection chamber is connected to the dust collection chamber 112 of the base 110. Under the action of the fan 211, the dirt in the dust collection chamber is blown into the dust collection chamber 112 of the base 110.

[0072] It is understood that the dust cup 220 of the cleaning device 200 moves toward the base 110. In specific implementations, the dust cup 220 of the cleaning device 200 can be translated toward the base 110, and the dust cup 220 of the cleaning device 200 can also rotate toward the base 110. As long as the driving component 130 on the base 110 can correspondingly open the dust cup cover 221, this application embodiment does not impose too many restrictions on this.

[0073] In contrast to existing technologies where the dust cup cover 221 is opened using the suction of the fan 211, the current method addresses this issue where the dust cup cover cannot be effectively opened due to reduced suction caused by the accumulation of debris within the base station 100. The base station 100 provided in this embodiment is equipped with a driving component 130. This driving component 130 pushes open the dust cup cover 221, allowing the dust collection chamber of the dust cup 220 to connect with the interface 111 of the base 110, thus connecting the dust collection chamber to the dust collection chamber 112 of the base 110. This physical contact method opens the dust cup cover 221, avoiding the problem of insufficient suction preventing the dust cup cover 221 from opening effectively. Furthermore, the overall structure is simple and the cost is low.

[0074] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 7 As shown, the base 110 also includes a base 160, which is disposed on the base 160. The base 160 is used to mount the floor brush assembly 240 of the cleaning device 200. At least one first limiting part 161 is provided on the base 160, which is configured to correspond to and connect with a second limiting part on the floor brush assembly 240 of the cleaning device 200.

[0075] Specifically, the cleaning equipment 200 can be a floor scrubber, which has a floor brush assembly 240 and a negative pressure assembly (such as a motor). The roller brush of the floor brush assembly 240 can rotate relative to the dust cup 220. The floor brush rolls on the surface to be cleaned, separating dirt from the ground through physical friction. At the same time, the suction assembly generates negative pressure, sucking the dirt on the surface to be cleaned into the dust cup 220.

[0076] Thus, when the dust cup 220 of the cleaning device 200 is connected to the base 110, the floor brush assembly 240 of the cleaning device 200 can be placed on the base 160 accordingly. The second limiting part on the floor brush assembly 240 is connected to the first limiting part 161 on the base 160 to limit the floor brush assembly 240 on the base 160, preventing the cleaning device 200 from shaking and causing the dust cup 220 to fail to connect with the base 110.

[0077] Specifically, refer to Figure 1 , Figure 7 and Figure 9 As shown, the cleaning device 200 includes a body 210, a dust cup 220, and a floor brush assembly 240. The dust cup 220 is disposed on the body 210, and the floor brush assembly 240 is rotatably disposed at one end of the body 210. When the cleaning device 200 is connected to the base station 100, the floor brush assembly 240 can be placed on the base 160 first, and the second limiting part on the floor brush assembly 240 can be correspondingly connected with the first limiting part 161 on the base 160 to prevent the floor brush assembly 240 from shaking. Then, the body 210 is driven to rotate toward the base 110, so that the dust cup 220 rotates toward the base 110, thereby allowing the driving member 130 on the base 110 to open the dust cup cover 221 on the dust cup 220.

[0078] The first limiting part 161 and the second limiting part can also play the role of preventing foolproof positioning installation, so that the floor brush assembly 240 is installed in the designated position of the base 160. After the floor brush assembly 240 is fixed, the dust cup 220 on the body 210 and the drive component 130 on the base 110 will automatically be in the preset alignment position, thereby avoiding the problem of misalignment between the drive component 130 and the dust cup cover 221.

[0079] Reference Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the base station 100 provided in this application further includes a cover 150 and a dust collection bag 151. An installation port 113 communicates with a dust collection chamber 112 on the base 110. The cover 150 is movably disposed on the base 110 and is used to close or open the installation port 113. The dust collection bag 151 is disposed inside the dust collection chamber 112, and the opening of the dust collection bag 151 is connected to the interface 111.

[0080] Thus, a dust collection bag 151 is installed inside the dust collection chamber 112, with its opening connected to the interface 111. The dust collection bag 151 is used to collect dirt from the dust cup 220. The dust collection chamber 112 can be cleaned by replacing the dust collection bag 151 through the installation port 113, which is convenient and improves ease of use.

[0081] The cover 150 is movably mounted on the base 110. When the cover 150 closes the mounting opening 113, it prevents dust from overflowing from the dust collection chamber 112, maintaining environmental hygiene. When the cover 150 opens the mounting opening 113, it allows the user to clean the dust collection chamber 112 through the mounting opening 113, making operation convenient. Exemplarily, the cover 150 can be rotatably connected to the base 110 via a pivot, or it can be snapped onto the base 110. Other connection methods can also be used between the cover 150 and the base 110; this embodiment does not impose excessive limitations on these methods.

[0082] Reference Figure 7 As shown, in some embodiments, at least one air outlet 118 is provided on the base 110, and the air outlet 118 is connected to the dust collection chamber 112.

[0083] In this system, after the dust collection chamber 112 of the base 110 is connected to the dust collection cavity of the dust cup 220, the dust in the dust collection cavity is blown into the dust collection chamber 112 of the base 110 by the action of the fan 211. The airflow of the fan 211 flows sequentially through the dust collection cavity, the interface 111 and the dust collection chamber 112, and then is discharged to the external environment through the air outlet 118 on the base 110.

[0084] In this way, by setting the air outlet 118, the airflow in the dust collection chamber 112 is discharged to the outside environment through the air outlet 118, thus avoiding the accumulation of airflow in the dust collection chamber 112.

[0085] Specifically, the dust collection bag 151 has at least one exhaust hole, which is connected to the dust collection chamber 112. In this way, the airflow of the fan 211 flows through the dust collection chamber, the interface 111, the dust collection bag 151, the exhaust hole and the dust collection chamber 112 in sequence, and then is discharged to the outside environment through the air outlet 118 on the base 110.

[0086] Reference Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the drive unit 130 is disposed in the interface 111, and one end of the drive unit 130 extends out of the interface 111 toward the side away from the dust collection chamber 112.

[0087] In this way, when the dust cup 220 moves toward the drive member 130, the drive member 130 drives the dust cup cover 221 to rotate. The end of the dust cup cover 221 away from the drive member 130 can be rotated into the dust collection chamber 112 through the interface 111, so that the dust cup cover 221 can rotate to a larger extent, so that the dust cup 220 can be fully opened, thereby improving the efficiency of cleaning dirt in the dust cup 220.

[0088] Specifically, refer to Figure 7 As shown, the drive component 130 can be a protrusion. The drive component 130 abuts against the inner wall of the interface 111 to avoid occupying the space of the interface 111 and thus hindering the rotation of the dust cup cover 221.

[0089] Reference Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the base station 100 provided in this application embodiment also includes a sealing member 140. The sealing member 140 is disposed around the periphery of the interface 111. The sealing member 140 is configured to seal the gap between the dust cup 220 and the interface 111 when the interface 111 is connected to the dust cup 220.

[0090] In a practical implementation, the seal 140 can be a sealing ring, and an installation groove is provided on the periphery of the interface 111, into which the seal 140 snaps. When the dust cup 220 is connected to the interface 111, and the dust cup cover 221 is rotated open under the action of the drive component 130, the seal 140 abuts against the dust cup 220, thereby sealing the gap between the dust cup 220 and the interface 111 and preventing dirt in the dust cup 220 from leaking out through the gap between the dust cup 220 and the interface 111.

[0091] Reference Figure 10 As shown, the dust cup 220 is provided with a relief groove 222, and one end of the dust cup cover 221 is rotatably disposed within the relief groove 222 via a pivot. This relief groove 222 facilitates the rotation of the dust cup cover 221, preventing interference from the outer wall of the dust cup 220 that would prevent the dust cup 220 from being opened. The driving component 130 abuts against the end of the dust cup cover 221 located within the relief groove 222 to drive the dust cup cover 221 to rotate.

[0092] When the dust cup 220 is connected to the base 110, the sealing element 140 is arranged around the periphery of the clearance groove 222 and the dust cup cover 221, so as to seal the gap between the dust collection chamber of the dust cup 220 and the interface 111.

[0093] Furthermore, a torsion spring is provided between the dust cup cover 221 and the dust cup 220. In this way, when the dust cup 220 is separated from the base 110, the dust cup cover 221 can automatically close the dust collection chamber of the dust cup 220 under the action of the torsion spring.

[0094] Reference Figures 2 to 4 ,as well as Figure 7 As shown, a receiving groove 114 is provided on the base 110, and an interface 111 is provided in the receiving groove 114. The receiving groove 114 is configured to accommodate part of the cleaning equipment 200.

[0095] In this way, the receiving groove 114 is used for the embedding of part of the cleaning device 200, ensuring the alignment and limiting of the dust cup 220 of the cleaning device 200 with the interface 111 on the base 110, reducing the possibility of displacement of the cleaning device 200.

[0096] Reference Figures 2 to 4 ,as well as Figure 7As shown, in some embodiments, the base station 100 provided in this application further includes a locking component 120. The locking component 120 includes two locking members 121, both of which are movably disposed within the receiving groove 114 and are located on opposite sides of the interface 111. The two locking members 121 are configured to move relative to the base 110 and jointly clamp the cleaning device 200 to confine the cleaning device 200 within the receiving groove 114.

[0097] In this way, and further by using two locking elements 121 to confine the cleaning device 200 within the receiving groove 114, the cleaning device 200 is provided with multi-directional physical constraints, reducing the possibility of the cleaning device 200 falling off and improving the stability of the docking between the cleaning device 200 and the base station 100.

[0098] Reference Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, the locking assembly 120 also includes two elastic members 122, which are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the receiving groove 114, and the elastic members 122 are correspondingly connected to the locking member 121.

[0099] The two elastic members 122 are configured to compress under the action of the locking member 121 when the cleaning device 200 approaches the base 110 and the cleaning device 200 abuts against the locking member 121, so that part of the cleaning device 200 enters the receiving groove 114; when part of the cleaning device 200 enters the receiving groove 114, they extend to drive the two locking members 121 to move closer to each other to jointly clamp the cleaning device 200; when the cleaning device 200 moves away from the base 110, they are compressed under the action of the locking member 121 so that the two locking members 121 move away from each other to release the cleaning device 200.

[0100] It should be noted that the base 110 is a fixed support structure for the cleaning equipment 200, providing a stable installation foundation. The receiving groove 114 is used for the partial embedding of the cleaning equipment 200, ensuring the alignment and limiting of the cleaning equipment 200 with the base 110, and reducing the possibility of displacement of the cleaning equipment 200.

[0101] Specifically, when the cleaning device 200 approaches the base 110 and abuts against the locking member 121, the moving cleaning device 200 applies a force to the locking member 121. The locking member 121 transmits this force to the corresponding elastic member 122, causing the elastic member 122 to compress. The two locking members 121 then move away from the cleaning device 200, distancing themselves from each other, so that part of the cleaning device 200 enters the receiving groove 114. As part of the cleaning device 200 enters the receiving groove 114, the force applied by the cleaning device 200 to the locking member 121 decreases, meaning the force on the elastic member 122 decreases. The elastic member 122 releases energy and extends, causing the two locking members 121 to move closer to the cleaning device 200, bringing them closer together to clamp the cleaning device 200.

[0102] When the cleaning device 200 moves away from the base 110, the moving cleaning device 200 applies a force to the locking member 121, and the locking member 121 transmits the force to the corresponding elastic member 122. The elastic member 122 is compressed, and the two locking members 121 move away from the cleaning device 200. The two locking members 121 move away from each other to release the cleaning device 200.

[0103] When the cleaning device 200 detaches from the base 110, the force exerted by the cleaning device 200 on the locking member 121 decreases, that is, the force on the elastic member 122 decreases. The elastic member 122 releases energy and extends to drive the two locking members 121 closer to each other, so that the two locking members 121 return to their initial state.

[0104] In this way, users only need to push in or pull out the cleaning device 200 to complete the clamping or releasing, improving the efficiency of use.

[0105] For example, the elastic element 122 can be a spring.

[0106] In some embodiments, refer to Figure 4 As shown, the base 110 is provided with a plug groove 115, and the locking member 121 has a plug part 1211 that can be inserted into the plug groove 115. The extension direction of the plug part 1211 is consistent with the moving direction of the locking member 121.

[0107] And / or, a mounting portion 116 is provided on the base 110, and an elastic member 122 is sleeved on the mounting portion 116, with the opposite ends of the elastic member 122 abutting against the base 110 and the locking member 121 respectively.

[0108] It should be noted that the extension direction of the insertion part 1211 is consistent with the movement direction of the locking member 121, ensuring that the locking member 121 moves along a fixed path during movement, avoiding deviation or jamming, and improving the accuracy and reliability of operation. The insertion part 1211 cooperates with the insertion slot 115, which can also limit the displacement of the locking member 121 in other directions (such as rotation or lateral sway), retaining only the required unidirectional movement, thereby improving the stability of the locking member 121.

[0109] It should also be noted that the elastic element 122 maintains close contact between the locking element 121 and the cleaning equipment 200 through elastic preload. The elastic element 122 stores energy after being compressed, and pushes the locking element 121 back to its original position when the external force disappears, thereby achieving automatic locking or unlocking.

[0110] In some embodiments, refer to Figure 4 As shown, the locking member 121 has an adjacent first guide slope 1212 and a second guide slope 1213, one of the first guide slope 1212 and the second guide slope 1213 being inclined toward the other. The first guide slope 1212 is used to introduce the cleaning device 200 into the receiving groove 114, and the second guide slope 1213 is used to lead the cleaning device 200 out of the receiving groove 114.

[0111] And / or, the locking member 121 is provided with a first stop 1214, and the base 110 is provided with a second stop 117. The extension direction of the second stop 117 is consistent with the movement direction of the locking member 121. The first stop 1214 moves along the extension direction of the second stop 117 to limit the movement distance of the locking member 121.

[0112] It should be noted that the first guide ramp 1212 can reduce the alignment accuracy requirements, allowing the cleaning device 200 to slide smoothly into the receiving groove 114, reducing collisions or jamming and improving the user experience. The component force generated by the force decomposition of the first guide ramp 1212 can push the locking member 121 to move, assisting the cleaning device 200 to automatically adjust its position and ensure rapid locking.

[0113] The second guide ramp 1213 provides guidance during unlocking, preventing forced removal that could cause wear or damage to the cleaning device 200 or the locking element 121.

[0114] It should also be noted that the first stop 1214 moves along the extension of the second stop 117 to limit the travel of the locking member 121, prevent the locking member 121 from disengaging from the base 110 or being over-inserted, and ensure that the locking member 121 is always kept within the range that can be effectively locked.

[0115] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the cleaning system provided in this application includes a cleaning device 200 and a base station 100 as described above, wherein the base station 100 cooperates with the dust cup 220 of the cleaning device 200.

[0116] The specific structure and operation of base station 100 have been described in detail in the above embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0117] In some embodiments, refer to Figure 6 , Figure 9 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, the cleaning device 200 includes a body 210, a dust cup 220 and an air duct structure 230. The dust cup 220 is connected to the body 210, and the air duct structure 230 is rotatably mounted on the body 210. The air duct structure 230 rotates relative to the body 210 to switch between a first state and a second state.

[0118] In the first state, the air duct structure 230 connects the dust cup 220 with the air inlet 2111 of the fan 211 of the body 210, so that dust enters the dust cup 220 with the airflow. In the second state, the air duct structure 230 connects the dust cup 220 with the air outlet 2112 of the fan 211, so that the dust in the dust cup 220 is blown into the base 110 of the base station 100.

[0119] In its specific implementation, the duct structure 230 includes a fan mounting bracket 231, a partition 232, and a connecting seat 233. The fan mounting bracket 231 is used to connect to the fan 211. The connecting seat 233 is connected to the fan mounting bracket 231 and is used to connect to the dust cup 220.

[0120] The connector 233 is provided with a first air duct 2331 and a second air duct 2332. The first air duct 2331 is used to connect with the outside world or the cleaning system, and the second air duct 2332 is used to connect with the dust cup 220 of the cleaning equipment 200.

[0121] The fan mounting bracket 231 is provided with an air inlet 2311 and an air outlet 2312. Both the air inlet 2311 and the air outlet 2312 are connected to the first air duct 2331 and the second air duct 2332. The air inlet 2311 is used to connect with the air inlet section 2111 of the fan 211 of the cleaning equipment 200, and the air outlet 2312 is used to connect with the air outlet section 2112 of the fan 211.

[0122] The separator 232 is disposed between the fan mounting bracket 231 and the connecting seat 233, and is rotatably connected to at least one of the fan mounting bracket 231 and the connecting seat 233. The separator 232 rotates relative to the fan mounting bracket 231 or the connecting seat 233 to switch between a first state and a second state.

[0123] In the first state, refer to Figure 11As shown, the separator 232 connects the first air duct 2331 and the air outlet 2312, and connects the second air duct 2332 and the air inlet 2311, so that the airflow enters the dust cup 220 and then sequentially enters the air inlet 2111 of the fan 211 through the second air duct 2332 and the air inlet 2311. In other words, it connects the dust cup 220 with the air inlet 2111 of the fan 211, so that dust enters the dust cup 220 with the airflow.

[0124] In the second state, refer to Figure 12 As shown, the separator 232 connects the first air duct 2331 and the air inlet 2311, and connects the second air duct 2332 and the air outlet 2312, so that the airflow from the outside or the cleaning system enters the air inlet 2111 of the fan 211 sequentially through the first air duct 2331 and the air inlet 2311, and is discharged from the air outlet 2112 of the fan 211 sequentially through the air outlet 2312 and the second air duct 2332 into the dust cup 220. That is, it connects the dust cup 220 with the air outlet 2112 of the fan 211, so that the fan 211 can blow the dust in the dust cup 220 into the base 110 of the base station 100.

[0125] Thus, by rotating the partition 232 of the air duct structure 230, the first and second states can be switched to achieve the switching of the air duct. Only one fan 211 is needed to clean the dust collection device 200 and the dust cup 220. The operation is convenient and the manufacturing cost is low.

[0126] Reference Figure 6 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, in some embodiments, the cleaning device 200 includes a body 210 and a dust cup 220 disposed on the body 210. The dust cup 220 has a dust collection chamber, and a dust cup cover 221 is rotatably disposed on the dust cup 220 to open or close the dust collection chamber.

[0127] The dust cup cover 221 is provided with an abutment part 2211. The abutment part 2211 is configured to abut against the driving member 130 of the base station 100 when the cleaning device 200 and the base 110 are engaged, and drive the dust cup cover 221 to rotate and open the dust collection chamber under the drive of the driving member 130.

[0128] The unit 210 contains a fan chamber, and a fan 211 is located within the fan chamber. When the fan 211 operates, it creates a negative pressure zone within the fan chamber, thereby driving the external airflow and forming a negative pressure airflow, which can be used for dust collection. Specifically, when the cleaning device 200 cleans the surface to be cleaned, dirt enters the dust cup 220 along with the airflow. Cyclone separation occurs within the dust cup 220 to separate the dirt from the airflow. The dirt settles within the dust cup 220, while the airflow continues to flow towards the fan 211, completing the airflow circulation.

[0129] The dust cup 220 has a dust discharge port that communicates with the dust collection chamber. The dust cup 220 is provided with a dust cup cover 221 that is rotatably connected. The dust cup cover 221 rotates relative to the dust cup 220 to open or close the dust discharge port of the dust cup 220.

[0130] When the cleaning equipment 200 is operating alone, the dust cup cover 221 closes the dust discharge port of the dust cup 220.

[0131] When the cleaning device 200 is engaged with the base 110, the body 210 rotates relative to the base 110. Since the dust cup 220 is mounted on the body 210, the body 210 drives the dust cup 220 to rotate relative to the base 110. Furthermore, since the dust cup cover 221 is rotatably mounted on the dust cup 220, and the drive unit 130 of the base station 100 abuts against the contact portion 2211 on the dust cup cover 221, the drive unit 130 applies a force to the contact portion 2211 to drive the dust cup cover 221 to rotate relative to the dust cup 220, thus opening the dust cup cover 221. This allows the dust outlet of the dust cup 220 to connect with the base 110, and the fan 211 can blow the dust from the dust cup 220 into the base 110 of the base station 100.

[0132] Thus, when the cleaning device 200 is connected to the base station 100, the drive component 130 drives the dust cup cover 221 to open automatically through the abutment part 2211, thereby realizing the connection between the dust cup 220 and the base 110.

[0133] Reference Figure 10 As shown, the abutment portion 2211 is a protrusion, which is disposed on a portion of the dust cup cover 221 located in the clearance groove 222. The protrusion is inclined from the dust cup cover 221 toward the clearance groove 222. Thus, when the dust cup 220 rotates toward the base 110, the drive member 130 on the base 110 abuts against the inclined surface of the protrusion, causing the protrusion to drive the dust cup cover 221 to rotate.

[0134] Furthermore, referring to Figure 6 As shown, a protrusion is provided on a portion of the dust cup cover 221 located in the relief groove 222. The protrusion can rotate into the relief groove 222 to avoid interference from the outer wall of the dust cup 220, thereby allowing the dust cup cover 221 to rotate to a greater extent and fully open the dust cup 220.

[0135] Other embodiments of this application will readily occur to those skilled in the art upon consideration of the specification and practice of the disclosure herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of this application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The specification and examples are to be considered exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of this application are indicated by the following claims.

[0136] It should be understood that this application is not limited to the precise structure described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes can be made without departing from its scope. The scope of this application is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A base station, characterized in that, include: The base (110) has a dust collection chamber (112) and an interface (111) communicating with the dust collection chamber (112) is provided on the base (110). A drive unit (130) is disposed on the base (110) and is configured to abut against a dust cup cover (221) on the dust cup (220) when the dust cup (220) of the cleaning device (200) moves toward the base (110), thereby driving the dust cup cover (221) to open the dust cup (220) so that the dust cup (220) communicates with the interface (111).

2. The base station according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (110) further includes a base (160), the base (110) being disposed on the base (160), the base (160) being used to mount the floor brush assembly (240) of the cleaning device (200). The base (160) is provided with at least one first limiting part (161), which is configured to be connected to a second limiting part on the floor brush assembly (240) of the cleaning device (200).

3. The base station according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a cover (150) and a dust collection bag (151), an installation port (113) on the base (110) communicating with the dust collection chamber (112), the cover (150) being movably disposed on the base (110), and the cover (150) being used to close or open the installation port (113). The dust collection bag (151) is disposed in the dust collection chamber (112), and the opening of the dust collection bag (151) is connected to the interface (111).

4. The base station according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base (110) is provided with at least one air outlet (118), which is connected to the dust collection chamber (112).

5. The base station according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The drive unit (130) is disposed in the interface (111), and one end of the drive unit (130) extends out of the interface (111) toward the side away from the dust collection chamber (112).

6. The base station according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a seal (140) which is disposed around the periphery of the interface (111) and is configured to seal the gap between the dust cup (220) and the interface (111) when the interface (111) is mated with the dust cup (220).

7. The base station according to claim 5, characterized in that, The base (110) is provided with a receiving groove (114), and the interface (111) is provided in the receiving groove (114). The receiving groove (114) is configured to accommodate part of the cleaning equipment (200).

8. The base station according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a locking component (120), which includes two locking members (121), both of which are movably disposed in the receiving groove and are located on opposite sides of the interface (111); The two locking members (121) are configured to move relative to the base (110) and jointly clamp the cleaning device (200) to confine the cleaning device (200) within the receiving groove (114).

9. A cleaning system, characterized in that, It includes a cleaning device (200) and a base station (100) as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 8, the base station (100) cooperating with a dust cup (220) of the cleaning device (200).

10. The cleaning system according to claim 9, characterized in that, The cleaning device (200) includes a body (210) and a dust cup (220) disposed on the body (210). The dust cup (220) has a dust collection chamber, and a dust cup cover (221) is rotatably disposed on the dust cup (220) to open or close the dust collection chamber. The dust cup cover (221) is provided with an abutment part (2211), which is configured to abut against the driving member (130) of the base station (100) when the cleaning device (200) cooperates with the base (110), and drive the dust cup cover (221) to rotate and open the dust collection chamber under the drive of the driving member (130).

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