Clothing processing equipment

Abstract

This disclosure relates to the field of clothing treatment technology, specifically to a clothing treatment device. The clothing treatment device includes: a housing, an electrolysis device, a treatment cylinder, and a water valve. The treatment cylinder is located inside the housing and has a treatment chamber. The water valve is located inside the housing. The electrolysis device is located inside the housing and has an inlet, an outlet, and an electrolysis chamber. Both the inlet and outlet are connected to the electrolysis chamber. The outlet is higher than the inlet. The inlet is connected to the water valve, and the outlet is connected to the treatment chamber. In this clothing treatment device, the electrolyte filling degree within the electrolysis device is high, improving the electrolysis efficiency of the device and ensuring the clothing treatment effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to the field of clothing processing technology, specifically to a clothing processing device. Background Technology

[0002] Clothing treatment equipment, such as washing machines and washer-dryer combos, is used to sterilize and disinfect clothes in the drum, improve washing efficiency, prevent color bleeding, bleach white clothes, and clean the drum. Related technologies incorporate an electrolysis device to electrolyze water, generating highly oxidizing hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone within the drum.

[0003] However, in related technologies, the electrolysis efficiency of electrolysis devices is not high, which affects the garment treatment effect. Utility Model Content

[0004] This disclosure aims to at least partially address one of the technical problems in the related art. To this end, embodiments of this disclosure propose a garment treatment device with a high electrolyte filling degree within the electrolysis unit, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis unit and ensuring the garment treatment effect.

[0005] The garment processing device of this disclosure includes: a housing; a processing cylinder disposed within the housing and having a processing chamber; a water valve disposed within the housing; a detergent box disposed within the housing and having a detergent chamber; and an electrolysis device disposed within the housing and having a water inlet, a water outlet, and an electrolysis chamber, wherein the water inlet and the water outlet are both connected to the electrolysis chamber, the water outlet is higher than the water inlet, the water inlet is connected to the water valve, and the water outlet is connected to the processing chamber.

[0006] The clothing treatment apparatus of this disclosure has a high degree of electrolyte filling in the electrolysis device, which improves the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device and ensures the clothing treatment effect.

[0007] In some embodiments, the water inlet is located at the bottom of the electrolysis device, and the water outlet is located at the top of the electrolysis device. This can increase the water capacity and filling level within the electrolysis device, prolong the residence time of water within the device, increase the amount of electrolyte generated, improve the cleaning ability of clothes, and thus improve electrolysis efficiency and washing effect.

[0008] In some embodiments, the water inlet is located at the bottom of the electrolysis device, and the water outlet is located on the side of the electrolysis device. The water inlet is located at the lower end of the electrolysis device, and the water outlet is located on the left or right side of the electrolysis device. This allows the water outlet to be positioned on the left or right side of the electrolysis device according to pipeline connection requirements or the device's location within the casing. This ensures the electrolysis device is mounted on the inner wall of the casing, preventing it from protruding from the washing machine's internal space and reducing its footprint. Furthermore, this design improves the water flow path within the electrolysis device, thereby increasing electrolysis efficiency. The higher vertical height of the water outlet compared to the water inlet also enhances the filling capacity of the electrolysis device, further improving electrolysis efficiency and ultimately enhancing the washing effect of the garment processing setup.

[0009] In some embodiments, the electrolysis device is located between the water valve and the material box in the front-to-back direction, with the left side of the electrolysis device adjacent to the wall of the housing, and the water outlet located on the right side of the electrolysis device.

[0010] The electrolysis device of this embodiment is located between the feed box and the water valve in the front-to-back direction, thereby reducing the length of the connecting pipes between the electrolysis device and the water valve and feed box. This allows for the installation of the electrolysis device using space in the left-to-right direction, even with limited space in the front-to-back direction. The left side of the electrolysis device is adjacent to the inner wall of the machine casing, so that it does not protrude into the internal space of the washing machine, reducing the space occupied by the device.

[0011] In some embodiments, the outlet is located on one side of the electrolysis device, either the front or the rear side. This arrangement allows the side of the electrolysis device to be adjacent to the inner wall of the casing. By placing the outlet on the front or rear side of the electrolysis device, the inlet and outlet are distributed in different directions, reducing the space occupied by the electrolysis device in the left-right direction. Compared to a design where both the inlet and outlet are on the same side, this layout allows for a more compact placement of the electrolysis device.

[0012] In some embodiments, the water inlet is located on the side of the electrolysis device, and the water outlet is located on the top of the electrolysis device. The height of the water outlet is thus higher than the height of the water inlet, allowing more water to be stored within the electrolysis device, increasing the water content, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency and the cleaning effect of the clothing treatment equipment.

[0013] In some embodiments, the water inlet is located at the end of the electrolysis device away from the water valve, and the water outlet is located at the end of the electrolysis device adjacent to the water valve.

[0014] The garment processing equipment of this embodiment features an electrolysis device with its inlet located away from the water valve, facilitating the installation of piping connecting the water valve and the electrolysis device inlet. Conversely, the electrolysis device's outlet is positioned near the water valve, again facilitating piping connections between the water valve and the electrolysis device inlet, and between the processing chamber and the electrolysis device outlet. This design avoids excessive bends in the piping between the electrolysis device outlet and the processing chamber, allowing for the placement of the electrolysis device between the processing chamber and the water valve. This optimizes the use of internal space, improving layout rationality and structural compactness.

[0015] In some embodiments, the electrolysis device is located between the water valve and the material box in the front-to-back direction, and the water flow direction of the electrolysis device is parallel to the left-to-right direction or forms a preset angle with the left-to-right direction, wherein the preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees. By limiting the direction of water flow within the electrolysis device, the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device is ensured.

[0016] The electrolysis device of this embodiment is located between the material box and the water valve in the front-back direction, so as to reduce the length of the connecting pipe between the electrolysis device and the water valve and the material box, and realize the installation of the electrolysis device by utilizing the space in the left-right direction when the space in the front-back direction is limited.

[0017] In some embodiments, the electrolysis device includes a housing and an electrolysis assembly, wherein the inlet, the outlet and the electrolysis chamber are all formed in the housing, and at least a portion of the electrolysis assembly is disposed within the electrolysis chamber.

[0018] This embodiment achieves the installation of the electrolysis device by housing at least a portion of the electrolysis component within the housing and utilizing the connection between the housing and the casing. Modularizing the electrolysis device improves its ease of installation. Since at least a portion of the electrolysis component is located within the electrolysis chamber and is used to electrolyze the water within the chamber, the electrolysis component can perform flow-through electrolysis of the water flowing through the electrolysis chamber, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0019] In some embodiments, the water inlet and the electrolysis component are staggered in a direction orthogonal to the vertical direction. This avoids the water from the inlet directly impacting the electrolysis component, thus preventing the water flow from being affected, and also avoids damage to the electrolysis component from direct impact from the water inlet, i.e., preventing deformation or even breakage of the electrolysis component, which helps to improve the service life and stability of the electrolysis component.

[0020] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly includes a first electrode plate and a second electrode plate, which are stacked in a first direction. The length direction of the first electrode plate and the length direction of the second electrode plate are parallel to the left-right direction or form a preset angle with the left-right direction, wherein the preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees. The first electrode plate and the second electrode plate are disposed in the electrolysis chamber and stacked in the first direction to form an electric field, thereby electrolyzing the water in the electrolysis chamber.

[0021] This embodiment sets the first direction to be consistent with or at an angle to the vertical direction, and stacks the first and second electrode plates in the first direction. This allows the bubbles generated by the electrolysis reaction to quickly detach from the surfaces of the first and second electrode plates under buoyancy, reducing the residence time of the bubbles on the surfaces of the first and second electrode plates and improving the stability of the electrolysis reaction. It also facilitates the use of the front-to-back space inside the washing machine, reducing the space occupied by the electrode plates in the left-to-right direction. When water moves from the inlet to the outlet along the front-to-back direction, it can fully contact the first and second electrode plates, thereby increasing the effective contact area between the first and second electrode plates and the electrolyte. This improves the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device, increases the flow path of water between the first and second electrode plates, and further enhances the cleaning effect of the clothing treatment equipment.

[0022] In some embodiments, the first direction is parallel to the vertical direction or forms a preset angle with the vertical direction, wherein the preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees. The first and second electrode plates are stacked vertically, which reduces the height of the electrolysis chamber, thereby reducing the overall height of the electrolysis device and saving on manufacturing material costs and space occupied in the height direction of the casing. Furthermore, it prevents the first and second electrode plates from deforming or even breaking due to impact, thus improving their service life.

[0023] In some embodiments, the electrolysis apparatus further includes a first connector and a second connector, both of which pass through the first electrode plate and the second electrode plate along the first direction. One end of the first connector extends out of the electrolysis cavity to form a first terminal block, and the first connector is in conductive contact with the first electrode plate. One end of the second connector extends out of the electrolysis cavity to form a second terminal block, and the second connector is in conductive contact with the second electrode plate.

[0024] In this embodiment, by having both the first and second connectors pass through the first and second electrode plates along a first direction, it facilitates the installation of the first and second electrode plates. One end of the first connector extends out of the electrolysis chamber and connects to the first terminal, and one end of the second connector extends out of the electrolysis chamber and connects to the second terminal. The first electrode plate is energized through conductive contact with the first connector, and the second electrode plate is energized through conductive contact with the second connector. Compared to related technologies that require separate clamping and energizing parts, the electrolysis assembly in this embodiment, through the first and second connectors, simultaneously energizes the first and second electrode plates while simultaneously fixing them in place. This simplifies the structure of the electrolysis assembly, making it more streamlined and easier to install.

[0025] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly further includes a proton exchange membrane disposed between the first electrode plate and the second electrode plate. This prevents short circuits between the first and second electrode plates, reduces the distance between them, thereby reducing energy consumption and improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0026] In some embodiments, at least one of the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet is provided with a through hole extending along the first direction, so that the electrolyte entering the electrolysis chamber can diffuse through the through hole to the space between the electrode sheet and the proton membrane.

[0027] In this embodiment, at least one of the first and second electrode plates is provided with a through hole extending in the first direction, so that water in the electrolysis chamber can diffuse between the electrode plate and the proton exchange membrane, allowing the electrolysis reaction to continue and carrying away the electrolysis products, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0028] In some embodiments, the housing includes a first housing and a second housing, which are connected to define the electrolysis chamber. In this embodiment, by configuring the housing as a first housing and a second housing, it facilitates the installation of the electrolysis assembly within the housing. By placing one end of the first connector extending out of the electrolysis chamber and one end of the second connector extending out of the electrolysis chamber within the receiving cavity, wiring space is provided for the connection between the first terminal block and the first connector, and for the connection between the second terminal block and the second connector, preventing accidental contact and external short circuits, and improving the reliability of the electrolysis device.

[0029] In some embodiments, at least one of the inner walls of the first shell and the second shell is provided with a baffle, the free end of which extends toward and is spaced apart from the adjacent electrode plate. This baffle is used to concentrate the electrolyte within the electrolysis chamber toward the connecting hole. Concentrating the water within the electrolysis chamber toward the connecting hole via the baffle increases the water flow velocity, thereby increasing the diffusion rate of water within the electrolysis chamber to the electrode plate and proton exchange membrane, further improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0030] In some embodiments, both the first electrode sheet and the second electrode sheet include a substrate and a coating disposed on the substrate. The coating is disposed on both the surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet facing the second electrode sheet and the surface facing away from the second electrode sheet, or the coating is disposed only on the surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet facing the second electrode sheet. Thus, the coating reduces charge transfer impedance while preventing substrate exposure, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the electrolysis assembly.

[0031] In some embodiments, the coating is provided on both the surface of the second electrode sheet's substrate facing the first electrode sheet and the surface facing away from the first electrode sheet, or the coating is provided only on the surface of the second electrode sheet's substrate facing the first electrode sheet. Thus, the coating reduces charge transfer impedance while preventing substrate exposure, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the electrolysis assembly.

[0032] In some embodiments, the garment processing device further includes a first water path and a second water path that are independent of each other. The inlet of the first water path and the inlet of the second water path are connected to the water valve. The first water path and the second water path are connected to the processing chamber. The electrolysis device is disposed in the first water path. The detergent chamber is connected to the second water path.

[0033] The clothing processing device of this embodiment supplies water to the first water path and the second water path through a water valve. An electrolysis device is located in the first water path or in a water path connected to the first water path. The water entering the electrolysis device is electrolyzed. The electrolyzed electrolyte enters the processing chamber. In other words, the electrolysis device can electrolyze the water before it enters the processing chamber, realizing flow-through electrolysis. The second water path is connected to the detergent chamber. The first water path and the second water path are independent of each other, realizing the synchronous and independent addition of detergent and electrolyte, improving electrolysis efficiency while ensuring addition efficiency.

[0034] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first water passage is located within the material box. By locating at least a portion of the first water passage within the material box, the internal space of the material box can be utilized to form part of the first water passage, reducing additional piping and improving structural compactness.

[0035] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the second water passage is located within the material box. By locating at least a portion of the second water passage within the material box, the internal space of the material box can be utilized to form part of the second water passage, reducing additional piping and improving structural compactness.

[0036] In some embodiments, the water valve is used to supply water at different flow rates to the first water path and the second water path, with the water flow rate of the first water path being less than that of the second water path. The lower water flow rate in the first water path extends the residence time of water within the electrolysis device, allowing for a more complete electrolysis reaction and improving the electrolysis efficiency of the device, thereby enhancing the garment treatment effect.

[0037] In some embodiments, the garment processing equipment further includes a mounting bracket disposed within the housing, and the electrolysis device mounted on the mounting bracket. The mounting bracket is located on the inner wall of the housing, and the electrolysis device is mounted on the housing via the mounting bracket. This prevents vertical vibrations and horizontal swaying during equipment operation from being directly transmitted to the electrolysis device through the housing, reducing friction caused by equipment operation when the electrolysis device is in direct contact with the housing, and improving the stability and service life of the electrolysis device.

[0038] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket has a connecting portion and a mounting portion connected to each other, the connecting portion being connected to the housing, the mounting portion being used to mount the electrolysis device, and the connecting portion being lower than the mounting portion.

[0039] In the clothing processing device of this disclosure, the connecting part is used to connect with the housing, and the mounting part is used to install the mounting bracket, thereby realizing the connection between the mounting bracket and the housing. The mounting part is lower than the connecting part so that after the electrolysis device is installed, it avoids the electrolysis device from exceeding the height of the housing in the vertical direction, thereby saving space in the vertical direction to better adapt to the compact space inside the washing machine, reducing the space occupied by the electrolysis device inside the washing machine, and thus freeing up more space for other components, such as the motor and drain pipe. Attached Figure Description

[0040] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] Figure 2 This is a top view schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] Figure 3 This is a front view schematic diagram of an electrolysis apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0043] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the outer peripheral flange according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0044] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of an electrolysis apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0045] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of an electrolysis component according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0046] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the third and fourth nuts according to an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0047] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of an electrolysis component according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0048] Figure 9 This is an exploded schematic diagram of the electrolysis component according to an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0049] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of an electrolysis apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0050] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the avoidance section according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0051] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of a mounting bracket according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0052] Figure 13 This is an exploded view of the material box according to an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0053] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of a material box according to an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0054] Figure label: Processing cylinder 1, processing chamber 101, Material box 2, detergent chamber 201, first liquid inlet channel 202, second liquid inlet channel 203, turbulence column 204, feed inlet 205, outer shell 206, feeding box 207, discharge port 208, outlet 209, first connecting pipe 210, second connecting pipe 211, liquid outlet 212, mounting cavity 213. Electrolysis device 3, housing 31, inlet 311, outlet 312, electrolysis chamber 313, first shell 314, outer peripheral flange 3141, receiving cavity 3142, second shell 315, baffle 316, electrolysis assembly 32, first electrode plate 321, second electrode plate 322, first connector 323, second connector 324, proton membrane 325, connecting hole 326, first insulating gasket 3271, second insulating gasket 3272, first conductive gasket 3273, second conductive gasket 3274, body 3275, annular flange 3276, first conductive end plate 3281, first connecting groove 32811, second conductive end plate 3282, second connecting groove 32821, first nut 3291, second nut 3292, third nut 331, fourth nut 332, sealing ring 34. Water valve 4, mounting bracket 5, connecting part 51, mounting part 52, clearance part 521, first plate 53, second plate 54, first snap-fit ​​part 541, third plate 55, connecting column 551, first reinforcing rib 552, second reinforcing rib 553. First waterway 6, second waterway 7. Detailed Implementation

[0055] Embodiments of this disclosure are described in detail below, with examples of these embodiments illustrated in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this disclosure, and should not be construed as limiting it.

[0056] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figures 1-14 The garment processing apparatus according to embodiments of the present disclosure will be described in detail.

[0057] The garment processing device of this disclosure includes: a housing, a water valve 4, a material box 2, a processing cylinder 1, and an electrolysis device 3. The processing cylinder 1 is disposed inside the housing and has a processing chamber 101. The water valve 4 is disposed inside the housing. The material box 2 is disposed inside the housing and has a detergent chamber 201. The electrolysis device 3 is disposed inside the housing and has a water inlet 311, a water outlet 312, and an electrolysis chamber 313. The water inlet 311 and the water outlet 312 are both connected to the electrolysis chamber 313. The water outlet 312 is higher than the water inlet 311. The water inlet 311 is connected to the water valve 4, and the water outlet 312 is connected to the processing chamber 101.

[0058] The clothing treatment device of this embodiment sets the height of the water outlet 312 higher than the height of the water inlet 311, so that the water in the electrolysis device 3 will form a certain depth of water body, increasing the water capacity in the electrolysis chamber 313, improving the fullness of the electrolysis device 3, improving the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 3, and thus improving the clothing treatment effect.

[0059] Specifically, such as Figures 1 to 9 As shown, the water valve 4 is connected to the water inlet 311 to supply liquid, such as a fluid containing water, to the electrolysis device 3. The electrolysis device 3 introduces the fluid through the water inlet 311 and electrolyzes the fluid to produce an electrolyte containing strong oxidizing active products such as hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone. The electrolyte enters the treatment chamber 101 through the water outlet 312 for sterilization and disinfection of clothing, increasing the washing ratio, and preventing color bleeding.

[0060] The height of the water outlet 312 in the vertical direction is higher than that of the water inlet 311 in the vertical direction, so as to increase the filling degree of the electrolysis chamber 313, prolong the time of water in the electrolysis device 3, improve the electrolysis efficiency, and thus improve the washing effect of the clothing treatment device.

[0061] For example, when the height of the outlet 312 of the electrolysis device 3 is higher than the height of the inlet 311, water will naturally flow into the electrolysis device 3 from the inlet 311 under the action of gravity. Due to the height advantage of the outlet 312, water will form a certain depth in the electrolysis device 3, increasing the water capacity in the electrolysis chamber 313, thereby allowing more water to participate in the electrolysis reaction and increasing the amount of electrolyte generated.

[0062] Furthermore, the outlet 312 is higher than the inlet 311, allowing the electrolyte in the water to flow smoothly from the inlet 311 to the outlet 312 of the electrolysis chamber 313, reducing the possibility of excessively high local electrolyte concentration. Simultaneously, at least a portion of the electrolyzed electrolyte moves upwards due to density variations, facilitating the discharge of electrolyte from the outlet 312, thereby improving the stability and safety of the electrolysis device 3.

[0063] In some embodiments, the electrolyte enters the treatment chamber 101 through the outlet 312 and is used for sterilization and disinfection of clothing, increasing the washing ratio, preventing color bleeding, etc., thereby improving the treatment effect of clothing.

[0064] In some embodiments, the electrolyte can also be introduced into the feed box 2 through the water outlet 312 but not connected to the washing chamber 201, and then transported to the treatment cylinder 1. The feed box 2 can directly receive water from the water valve and mix it with the detergent in the detergent chamber 201, and then introduce it into the treatment chamber 101, so as to realize the synchronous and independent delivery of detergent and electrolyte, improve electrolysis efficiency while ensuring delivery efficiency.

[0065] Specifically, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5 As shown, the water inlet 311 is located on the lower end face. The water outlet 312 is located on the upper end face, which can increase the water capacity and fullness in the electrolysis device 3, prolong the residence time of water in the electrolysis device 3, increase the amount of electrolyte generated and improve the cleaning ability of clothes, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency and washing effect.

[0066] The detergent dispenser 2 has a detergent compartment 201 for storing detergent. For example... Figure 13 and Figure 14 As shown, the material box 2 further includes a first liquid inlet channel 202 and a second liquid inlet channel 203. The second liquid inlet channel 203 is connected to the detergent chamber 201. The inlet of the second liquid inlet channel 203 is connected to the water valve 4, and the outlet of the second liquid inlet channel 203 is connected to the processing chamber 101. When the garment processing equipment is running, the water valve 4 supplies water to the second liquid inlet channel 203, and the detergent in the detergent chamber 201 is transported to the second liquid inlet channel 203. The detergent and water are quickly and evenly mixed in the second liquid inlet channel 203, and then transported to the processing drum 101, thereby achieving a cleaning effect during the garment processing.

[0067] The inlet of the first liquid inlet channel 202 is connected to the outlet 312 of the electrolysis device 3, and the outlet of the first liquid inlet channel 202 is connected to the treatment chamber 101.

[0068] Furthermore, the feed box 2 is provided with a feed inlet 205, which is connected to the second liquid inlet channel 203 and the detergent chamber 201. The detergent in the detergent chamber 201 enters the second liquid inlet channel 203 through the feed inlet 205. Optionally, the detergent in the detergent chamber 201 is transported to the second liquid inlet channel 203 by a delivery pump. The delivery pump can control the delivery volume and delivery time of the detergent, improve the accuracy of detergent dosing, and reduce waste and lower costs by controlling the delivery volume of detergent.

[0069] In this embodiment, the detergent chamber 201 and the second liquid inlet channel 203 are connected by the feed inlet 205, thereby enabling the detergent in the detergent chamber 201 to be transported to the second liquid inlet channel 203 and mixed with the water in the second liquid inlet channel 203.

[0070] It should be noted that the second liquid inlet channel 203 is a labyrinthine water channel, and multiple spaced-apart turbulence columns 204 are arranged within the second liquid inlet channel 203. The turbulence columns 204 are used to disturb the detergent flowing within the channel. When the detergent flows through these turbulence columns 204, the turbulence columns 204 will break the laminar flow state of the fluid and generate turbulence. Turbulence helps the detergent and water to mix thoroughly, improving the mixing efficiency.

[0071] Furthermore, the material box 2 also has a liquid outlet 210, and the garment processing equipment also includes a first connecting pipe. The liquid outlet 210 is connected to the outlet of the second liquid inlet channel 203, the liquid outlet 210 is connected to the inlet of the first connecting pipe, and the outlet of the first connecting pipe is connected to the processing chamber 101, so as to introduce the detergent disturbed by the turbulence column 204 into the processing chamber 101.

[0072] Furthermore, the material box 2 includes a housing 206 and a feeding box 207, a detergent chamber 201 is formed inside the feeding box 207, the housing 206 has a mounting cavity 2061, and the feeding box 207 is disposed inside the mounting cavity 2061.

[0073] The material box 2 also has a material discharge port 208 and a discharge port 209. The garment processing equipment also includes a second connecting pipe. The material discharge port 208 is connected to the mounting cavity 2061 and the first liquid inlet channel 202. The discharge port 209 is connected to the mounting cavity 2061 and is connected to the processing cavity 101 through the second connecting pipe.

[0074] In this embodiment, the first liquid inlet channel 202 is connected to the installation cavity 2061 by setting the discharge port 208, and the installation cavity 2061 is connected to the processing cavity 101 by setting the discharge port 209 and the second connecting pipe, thereby realizing the connection between the first liquid inlet channel 202 and the processing cavity 101.

[0075] In some embodiments, the inlet 311 is located at the bottom of the electrolysis device 3, and the outlet 312 is located at the top of the electrolysis device. The height of the outlet 312 is higher than that of the inlet 312, so that more water can be stored in the electrolysis device 3, increasing the water content in the electrolysis device, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency and the cleaning effect of the clothing treatment equipment.

[0076] In some embodiments, the inlet 311 is located at the bottom of the electrolysis device 3, and the outlet 312 is located on the side of the electrolysis device 3. For example... Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the water outlet 312 is located on the right side of the electrolysis device 3, as... Figure 4 and Figure 6 As shown, the water outlet 312 is located on the left side of the electrolysis device 3.

[0077] The water inlet 311 is located at the lower end of the electrolysis device 3, and the water outlet 312 is located on the left or right side of the electrolysis device 3. This allows the water outlet 312 to be positioned on either the left or right side of the electrolysis device 3 according to pipeline connection requirements or the location of the electrolysis device 3 within the machine casing. This ensures that the electrolysis device 3 is mounted on the inner wall of the machine casing, preventing it from protruding from the internal space of the washing machine and reducing its footprint. Furthermore, this design improves the water flow path within the electrolysis device 3, thereby increasing electrolysis efficiency. The water outlet 312 is also higher in the vertical direction than the water inlet 311, enhancing the fullness of the electrolysis device 3, further improving electrolysis efficiency, and ultimately enhancing the washing effect of the garment processing setup.

[0078] In some embodiments, the electrolysis device 3 is located between the water valve 4 and the material box 2 in the front-back direction, with the left side of the electrolysis device 3 adjacent to the wall of the casing, and the water outlet 312 located on the right side of the electrolysis device 3.

[0079] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the electrolysis device 3 is installed on the inner wall of the casing. The electrolysis device 3 is positioned between the water valve 4 and the material box 2 in the front-to-back direction to reduce the size of the pipeline connecting the water valve 4 and the water inlet 311. The left side of the electrolysis device 3 is adjacent to the inner wall of the casing, as shown... Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the water outlet 312 is located on the right side of the electrolysis device 3, and the water outlet 312 on the right side is connected to the detergent chamber 201 or the processing chamber 101 of the material box 2. The electrolysis device 3 is located on the inner wall of the casing on the left side, so that it does not protrude into the internal space of the washing machine, thus reducing the occupation of the internal space of the equipment.

[0080] In some embodiments, the inlet 311 is located on the side of the electrolysis device 3, and the outlet 312 is located on the top of the electrolysis device 3. The outlet 312 is higher than the inlet 312, allowing the electrolysis device 3 to store more water, increasing the water content within the device, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency and enhancing the cleaning effect of the garment processing equipment.

[0081] The water inlet 311 is located on either the left or right side to facilitate the installation of the connecting pipe between the water inlet 311 and the water valve 4, or to flexibly set the position of the water inlet 311 according to the spatial structure between the casing and the electrolysis device 3, so as to make better use of the space inside the casing, avoid interference with other components, and improve the convenience of installation and disassembly.

[0082] In some embodiments, the outlet 312 is located on one side of the front or rear side of the electrolysis device 3. By placing the outlet 312 on either the front or rear side of the electrolysis device 3, given that the left side of the electrolysis device 3 is adjacent to the inner wall of the casing, the inlet 311 and outlet 312 of the electrolysis device 3 are distributed in different directions, reducing the space occupied by the electrolysis device 3 in the left-right direction. Compared to a design where both the outlet 312 and the inlet 311 are located on the same side, this layout allows for a more compact placement of the electrolysis device 3.

[0083] In some embodiments, the inlet 311 is located at the end of the electrolysis device 3 away from the water valve 4, and the outlet 312 is located at the end of the electrolysis device 3 adjacent to the water valve 4.

[0084] The garment processing equipment of this embodiment features an electrolysis device 3 with its inlet 311 located away from the water valve 4, facilitating the installation of pipes connecting the water valve 4 and the inlet 311 of the electrolysis device 3. Conversely, the outlet 312 of the electrolysis device 3 is positioned near the end of the water valve 4, facilitating the installation of pipes connecting the water valve 4 and the inlet 311 of the electrolysis device 3, and the processing chamber 101 and the outlet 312 of the electrolysis device 3. This design avoids excessive bends in the pipes between the outlet 312 of the electrolysis device 3 and the processing chamber 101, allowing for the placement of the electrolysis device 3 between the processing chamber 101 and the water valve 4. This optimizes the use of space within the casing, improving layout rationality and structural compactness.

[0085] In some embodiments, the electrolysis device 3 is located between the water valve 4 and the material box 2 in the front-to-back direction. The water flow direction of the electrolysis device 3 is parallel to the left-to-right direction or forms a preset angle with the left-to-right direction, wherein the preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees. By limiting the direction of water flow within the electrolysis device, the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device is ensured.

[0086] The electrolysis device of this embodiment is located between the material box and the water valve in the front-back direction, so as to reduce the length of the connecting pipe between the electrolysis device and the water valve and the material box, and realize the installation of the electrolysis device by utilizing the space in the left-right direction when the space in the front-back direction is limited.

[0087] Optionally, the preset included angles are 1°, 3°, 5°, 10°, 15°, 20°, 25°, 30°, 35°, 40°, and 45°.

[0088] Furthermore, the length direction of the electrolysis device 3 is parallel to the left and right direction, so that the electrolysis device 3 is placed horizontally inside the casing. Alternatively, the length direction of the electrolysis device 3 forms a preset angle with the left and right direction, so that the electrolysis device 3 is arranged in a forward or backward direction from left to right inside the casing. This makes full use of the space in the left and right direction of the casing to install the electrolysis device 3. Moreover, the space in the left and right direction of the casing can be used for pipeline layout, reducing the space occupied by the electrolysis device 3 in the front and back direction, which helps to save the installation space required for the electrolysis device 3.

[0089] In some embodiments, the electrolysis device 3 includes a housing 31 and an electrolysis assembly 32. An inlet 311, an outlet 312, and an electrolysis chamber 313 are all formed in the housing 31. At least a portion of the electrolysis assembly 32 is disposed within the electrolysis chamber 313. Since at least a portion of the electrolysis assembly 32 is disposed within the electrolysis chamber 313 and is used to electrolyze the water within the electrolysis chamber 313, the electrolysis assembly 32 can perform flow-through electrolysis of the water flowing through the electrolysis chamber 313, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0090] In some embodiments, the water inlet 311 and the electrolysis component 32 are staggered in a direction orthogonal to the vertical direction. This avoids the water inlet 311 directly impacting the electrolysis component 32, thus preventing the water flow from being affected, and also avoids the electrolysis component 32 from being damaged by the direct impact of the water inlet 311, thereby preventing deformation or even breakage of the electrolysis component 32, which is beneficial to improving the service life and stability of the electrolysis component 32.

[0091] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 32 includes a first electrode plate 321, a second electrode plate 322, a first connector 323, and a second connector 324. The first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 are stacked in a first direction. The first connector 323 and the second connector 324 both pass through the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 along the first direction. One end of the first connector 323 extends out of the electrolysis cavity 313 to form a first terminal. The first connector 323 is in conductive contact with the first electrode plate 321. One end of the second connector 324 extends out of the electrolysis cavity 313 to form a second terminal. The second connector 324 is in conductive contact with the second electrode plate 322.

[0092] In this embodiment, by having both the first connector 323 and the second connector 324 pass through the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 along a first direction, it is convenient to install the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322. Furthermore, one end of the first connector 323 extends out of the electrolysis chamber 313 and connects to the first terminal, and one end of the second connector 324 extends out of the electrolysis chamber 313 and connects to the second terminal. Through the conductive contact between the first connector 323 and the first electrode plate 321, the first electrode plate 321 is energized; through the conductive contact between the second connector 324 and the second electrode plate 322, the second electrode plate 322 is energized. Compared to related technologies that require separate clamping and energizing parts, this design is significantly more efficient. In this embodiment, the electrolysis assembly 32, through the arrangement of the first connector 323 and the second connector 324, enables the installation and fixation of the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322, while simultaneously energizing the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 respectively. This simplifies the structure of the electrolysis assembly 32, making it simpler and easier to install.

[0093] Specifically, such as Figures 5 to 8 As shown, the first direction is consistent with the up and down direction. The first electrode plate 321 is located above the second electrode plate 322. The first connector 323 passes through the second electrode plate 322 and the first electrode plate 321 from bottom to top and then extends out of the electrolysis chamber 313. The second connector 324 passes through the second electrode plate 322 and the first electrode plate 321 from bottom to top and then extends out of the electrolysis chamber 313.

[0094] By extending the upper end of the first connector 323 out of the electrolysis chamber 313 and connecting it to the first terminal, and extending the upper end of the second connector 324 out of the electrolysis chamber 313 and connecting it to the second terminal, the upper end of the first connector 323 and the first terminal, as well as the upper end of the second connector 324 and the second terminal, are prevented from contacting the water in the electrolysis chamber 313, thereby preventing short circuits caused by the impact of water flow and improving electrical safety.

[0095] In some embodiments, the length direction of the first electrode sheet 321 and the length direction of the second electrode sheet 322 are parallel to the left-right direction or form a preset angle with the left-right direction, wherein the preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees.

[0096] In this embodiment, by making the length direction of the first electrode plate 321 and the length direction of the second electrode plate 322 parallel to the left and right directions or at a preset angle to the left and right directions, the length directions of the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 can be consistent with the length direction of the electrolysis device 3, thereby increasing the effective contact area between the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 and the electrolyte, which is beneficial to improving the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 3.

[0097] Optionally, the preset angles are 1°, 3°, 5°, 10°, 15°, 20°, 25°, 30°, 35°, 40°, and 45°. The length direction of the electrode can be parallel to the length direction of the electrolysis device 3.

[0098] The length direction of the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 is designed to be front-to-back. This utilizes the front-to-back space inside the washing machine, reducing the space occupied by the electrode plates in the left-to-right direction. At the same time, when water moves from the inlet 311 to the outlet 312 along the front-to-back direction, it can fully contact the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 to improve the efficiency of electrolysis and thus improve the cleaning effect of the clothing treatment equipment.

[0099] In some embodiments, the first direction is parallel to the vertical direction or forms a preset angle with the vertical direction, wherein the preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees.

[0100] In this embodiment, by setting the first direction to be consistent with the up and down direction or having an angle between the first direction and the up and down direction, and by stacking the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 in the first direction, the bubbles generated by the electrolysis reaction can quickly detach from the surface of the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 under the action of buoyancy, thereby reducing the residence time of the bubbles on the surface of the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 and improving the stability of the electrolysis reaction.

[0101] Optionally, the angle between the first direction and the up and down direction is 1°, 3°, 5°, 10°, 15°, 20°, 25°, 30°, 35°, 40°, or 45°.

[0102] Furthermore, the first direction is consistent with the vertical direction, that is, the first electrode plate 321 is located directly above the second electrode plate 322. The first connecting member 323 passes through the second electrode plate 322 and the first electrode plate 321 sequentially from bottom to top and then extends out of the electrolysis chamber 313. The second connecting member 324 passes through the second electrode plate 322 and the first electrode plate 321 sequentially from bottom to top and then extends out of the electrolysis chamber 313. The first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 extend in the length direction, that is, the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 are both horizontally arranged. This helps to reduce the impact of the water flowing in the electrolysis chamber 313 on the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322, and avoids deformation or even damage to the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 due to impact, which helps to improve the service life of the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322. It can also reduce the height of the electrolysis chamber 313, thereby reducing the overall height of the electrolysis device 3, so as to save the manufacturing material cost of the electrolysis device 3 and the space occupied in the height direction of the casing.

[0103] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 32 further includes a proton exchange membrane 325 disposed between the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322.

[0104] In this embodiment, a proton membrane 325 is provided between the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322. Since the proton membrane 325 is non-conductive and can transfer protons, it can prevent the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322 from short-circuiting, reduce the distance between the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322, thereby reducing energy consumption and improving electrolysis efficiency.

[0105] Specifically, such as Figure 8 and Figure 10 As shown, both the first connector 323 and the second connector 324 are inserted through the proton exchange membrane 325. The first electrode plate 321 is located above the proton exchange membrane 325, and the second electrode plate 322 is located below the proton exchange membrane 325. The proton exchange membrane 325 is used to separate the first electrode plate 321 and the second electrode plate 322.

[0106] When the electrolysis component 32 electrolyzes water, water molecules ionize to generate cations and anions. At least one of the cations and anions can migrate through the proton exchange membrane 325. For example, hydrogen ions can migrate through the proton exchange membrane 325, resulting in high-concentration cation regions and high-concentration anion regions forming on both sides of the proton exchange membrane 325 in the first direction, respectively. When the first electrode plate 321 is set as the anode and the second electrode plate 322 is set as the cathode, hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone, which have strong oxidizing activity, are generated on the surface of the anode, and hydrogen gas is generated on the surface of the cathode. The hydroxyl radicals and / or ozone, as well as hydrogen gas, are directed to the processing chamber 101 by the water flow. Ozone and hydroxyl radicals are used to sterilize and disinfect clothing and decolorize dyes. Hydrogen gas is used to penetrate into the clothing fibers, causing them to explode, be adsorbed, and float to the surface. This achieves the functions of sterilization, disinfection, and colorfastness prevention for clothing while improving the washing ratio of the clothing processing equipment.

[0107] In some embodiments, at least one of the first electrode sheet 321 and the second electrode sheet 322 is provided with a through hole 326 extending in a first direction, so that the electrolyte entering the electrolysis chamber 313 can diffuse through the through hole 326 to the space between the electrode sheet and the proton exchange membrane 325.

[0108] In this embodiment, at least one of the first electrode plates 321 and the second electrode plate 322 is provided with a through hole 326 extending in the first direction, so that water in the electrolysis chamber 313 can diffuse between the electrode plate and the proton exchange membrane 325, so that the electrolysis reaction can continue and carry away the electrolysis products, thereby improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0109] Specifically, such as Figure 8 and Figure 5As shown, at least one of the first electrode sheet 321 and the second electrode sheet 322 is provided with a through hole 326 extending along the first direction. This can be understood as: the first electrode sheet 321 is provided with a through hole 326, or the second electrode sheet 322 is provided with a through hole 326, or both the first electrode sheet 321 and the second electrode sheet 322 are provided with a through hole 326.

[0110] Optionally, there may be one or more connecting holes 326, for example, there may be three connecting holes 326.

[0111] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 32 further includes a first insulating pad 3271 and a second insulating pad 3272. The first insulating pad 3271 is disposed between the first connector 323 and the second electrode plate 322 to electrically isolate the first connector 323 and the second electrode plate 322. The second insulating pad 3272 is disposed between the second connector 324 and the first electrode plate 321 to electrically isolate the second connector 324 and the first electrode plate 321.

[0112] In this embodiment, by providing a first insulating gasket 3271 between the first connector 323 and the second electrode plate 322, electrical isolation between the first connector 323 and the second electrode plate 322 is achieved, so that the first connector 323 is only electrically connected to the first electrode plate 321. By using a second insulating gasket 3272 between the second connector 324 and the first electrode plate 321, the second connector 324 is only electrically connected to the second electrode plate 322. This achieves electrical connection between the first connector 323 and the first electrode plate 321, as well as between the second connector 324 and the second electrode plate 322, ensuring the normal progress of the electrolysis reaction.

[0113] Optionally, the first insulating pad 3271 is located below the second insulating pad 3272.

[0114] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 32 further includes a first conductive pad 3273 and a second conductive pad 3274. The first conductive pad 3273 is arranged around the first connector 323 and is in electrical contact with the first electrode sheet 321. The second conductive pad 3274 is arranged around the second connector 324 and is in electrical contact with the second electrode sheet 322.

[0115] By providing the first conductive pad 3273 and the second conductive pad 3274, the contact area between the first connector 323 and the first electrode sheet 321 and the contact area between the second connector 324 and the second electrode sheet 322 are increased, thereby improving the conductivity between the first connector 323 and the first electrode sheet 321 and the conductivity between the second connector 324 and the second electrode sheet 322.

[0116] Optionally, the first conductive pad 3273 is located above the second conductive pad 3274.

[0117] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 32 further includes a first conductive end plate 3281, which is disposed on the side of the first electrode sheet 321 away from the second electrode sheet 322 and is electrically connected to the first electrode sheet 321 and the first connector 323.

[0118] In this embodiment, a first conductive end plate 3281 is provided on the side of the first electrode plate 321 away from the second electrode plate 322, so that the first conductive end plate 3281 can evenly distribute the current to the first electrode plate 321, avoid local overload, and the first conductive end plate 3281 can disperse stress and protect the first electrode plate 321.

[0119] Optionally, such as Figure 8 and Figure 10 As shown, the first conductive end plate 3281 is located above and attached to the first electrode plate 321. A low-resistance busbar is formed between the first conductive end plate 3281 and the first electrode plate 321, which helps to reduce resistance. For example, the first conductive end plate 3281 is a titanium plate. The high conductivity of titanium plate can improve the conductivity efficiency.

[0120] Optionally, the first conductive end plate 3281 is provided with a first connecting groove 32811 corresponding to the connecting hole 326, to ensure that the water in the electrolysis chamber 313 can diffuse between the first electrode plate 321 and the proton membrane 325.

[0121] In some embodiments, the electrolysis assembly 32 further includes a second conductive end plate 3282, which is disposed on the side of the second electrode sheet 322 away from the first electrode sheet 321 and is electrically connected to the second electrode sheet 322 and the second connector 324.

[0122] In this embodiment, by providing a second conductive end plate 3282 on the side of the second electrode plate 322 away from the first electrode plate 321, the second conductive end plate 3282 can evenly distribute the current to the second electrode plate 322, avoiding local overload. Moreover, the second conductive end plate 3282 can disperse stress and provide protection for the second electrode plate 322.

[0123] Optionally, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the second conductive end plate 3282 is located below and attached to the second electrode plate 322. A low-resistance busbar is formed between the second conductive end plate 3282 and the second electrode plate 322 to reduce resistance. For example, the second conductive end plate 3282 is a titanium plate. The high conductivity of titanium plate can improve conductivity efficiency.

[0124] Optionally, the second conductive end plate 3282 is provided with a second connecting groove 32821 corresponding to the connecting hole 326, to ensure that the water in the electrolysis chamber 313 can diffuse between the second electrode plate 322 and the proton membrane 325.

[0125] In some embodiments, the first connector 323 and the second connector 324 are both bolts. The electrolysis assembly 32 also includes a first nut 3291 and a second nut 3292. The first nut 3291 is fitted around the outer periphery of the first connector 323 to press the first conductive pad 3273 onto the first conductive end plate 3281. The second nut 3292 is fitted around the outer periphery of the second connector 324 to press the second insulating pad 3272 onto the first conductive end plate 3281.

[0126] In this embodiment, the threaded engagement between the first nut 3291 and the first connector 323 achieves a tight connection between the first conductive pad 3273, the first conductive end plate 3281, the first electrode plate 321, the proton exchange membrane 325, the second electrode plate 322, the second conductive end plate 3282, and the first insulating pad 3271. The threaded engagement between the second nut 3292 and the second connector 324 achieves a tight connection between the second insulating pad 3272, the first conductive end plate 3281, the first electrode plate 321, the proton exchange membrane 325, the second electrode plate 322, the second conductive end plate 3282, and the second conductive pad 3274, preventing misalignment under the impact of water flow and improving the structural stability of the electrolysis assembly 32.

[0127] In some embodiments, both the first insulating pad 3271 and the second insulating pad 3272 include a body portion 3275 and an annular flange portion 3276. The annular flange portion 3276 is connected to the body portion 3275. The body portion 3275 of the first insulating pad 3271 is sandwiched between the head of the first connector 323 and the second conductive end plate 3282. The annular flange portion 3276 of the first insulating pad 3271 surrounds the first connector 323, passes through the second conductive end plate 3282, and extends into the second electrode sheet 322. The body portion 3275 of the second insulating gasket 3272 is sandwiched between the second nut 3292 and the first conductive end plate 3281. The annular flange portion 3276 of the second insulating gasket 3272 surrounds the second connector 324 and extends through the first conductive end plate 3281 into the first electrode plate 321.

[0128] In this embodiment, the body portion 3275 of the first insulating pad 3271 abuts between the head of the first connector 323 and the second conductive end plate 3282 to electrically isolate the head of the first connector 323 from the second conductive end plate 3282 in a first direction. The annular flange portion 3276 of the first insulating pad 3271 surrounds the first connector 323 and extends through the second conductive end plate 3282 into the second electrode plate 322 to electrically isolate the first connector 323 from the second conductive end plate 3282 and from the second electrode plate 322 in the radial direction of the first connector 323, thereby achieving complete electrical isolation between the first connector 323 and the second electrode plate 322. By abutting the body portion 3275 of the second insulating gasket 3272 between the second nut 3292 and the first conductive end plate 3281, the second nut 3292 and the first conductive end plate 3281 are electrically isolated in a first direction. By surrounding the second connector 324 and passing through the first conductive end plate 3281 into the first electrode plate 321, the second connector 324 and the first conductive end plate 3281 are electrically isolated in the radial direction of the second connector 324, as well as the second connector 324 and the first electrode plate 321, thus achieving complete electrical isolation between the second connector 324 and the first electrode plate 321.

[0129] Specifically, such as Figure 9 As shown, the vertical dimension of the body portion 3275 is larger than that of the conductive pad in the vertical direction to ensure the insulating effect of the insulating pad. The annular flange portion 3276 of the first insulating pad 3271 extends from bottom to top through the second conductive end plate 3282 and into the second electrode plate 322. The annular flange portion 3276 of the second insulating pad 3272 extends from top to bottom through the first conductive end plate 3281 and into the first electrode plate 321.

[0130] In some embodiments, the housing 31 includes a first housing 314 and a second housing 315 connected to define an electrolysis chamber 313, and a first connector 323 and a second connector 324 connected to the first housing 314.

[0131] In this embodiment, by setting the housing 31 as a first housing 314 and a second housing 315, it is convenient to install the electrolysis assembly 32 inside the housing 31. By setting one end of the first connector 323 extending out of the electrolysis cavity 313 and one end of the second connector 324 extending out of the electrolysis cavity 313 inside the receiving cavity 3142, it is convenient to provide wiring space for the connection between the first terminal and the first connector 323 and the connection between the second terminal and the second connector 324, preventing accidental contact and external short circuit, and improving the reliability of the electrolysis device 3.

[0132] Specifically, such as Figures 2 to 8As shown, the first shell 314 is located above the second shell 315, and the third inlet 311 and the third outlet 312 are located on the second shell 315. The upper side of the first shell 314 is provided with an outer peripheral flange 3141.

[0133] Optionally, the electrolysis device 3 further includes two sealing rings 34. One sealing ring 34 is fitted on the first connector 323 and seals with the first shell 314, and the other sealing ring 34 is fitted on the second connector 324 and seals with the first shell 314.

[0134] In some embodiments, at least one of the inner walls of the first shell 314 and the second shell 315 is provided with a baffle 316, the free end of which extends toward and is spaced apart from the adjacent electrode sheet. This baffle is used to direct the electrolyte in the electrolysis chamber 313 toward the connecting hole 326. By directing the water in the electrolysis chamber 313 toward the connecting hole 326 through the baffle 316, the water flow rate can be increased, thereby increasing the diffusion rate of water in the electrolysis chamber 313 to the electrode sheet and the proton exchange membrane 325, further improving the electrolysis efficiency.

[0135] Specifically, such as Figures 4 to 8 As shown, at least one of the inner walls of the first shell 314 and the second shell 315 is provided with a baffle 316. This can be understood as the inner wall of the first shell 314 being provided with a baffle 316, or the inner wall of the second shell 315 being provided with a baffle 316, or both the inner walls of the first shell 314 and the second shell 315 being provided with baffles 316. In this embodiment, both the inner walls of the first shell 314 and the inner walls of the second shell 315 are provided with baffles 316. The baffles 316 extend in the vertical direction, and there are three connecting holes 326. One of the connecting holes 326 is arranged opposite to the other two connecting holes 326 in the vertical direction and is located between the other two connecting holes 326.

[0136] In some embodiments, the electrolysis device 3 further includes a third nut 331 and a fourth nut 332, wherein the third nut 331 is engaged with one end of the first connector 323 extending out of the electrolysis chamber 313 and the fourth nut 332 is engaged with one end of the second connector 324 extending out of the electrolysis chamber 313, so that the electrolysis assembly 32 is suspended in the electrolysis chamber 313 by the first connector 323 and the second connector 324.

[0137] The third nut 331 engages with one end of the first connector 323 extending out of the electrolysis chamber 313, and the fourth nut 332 engages with one end of the second connector 324 extending out of the electrolysis chamber 313, so that the electrolysis assembly 32 is suspended in the electrolysis chamber 313 by the first connector 323 and the second connector 324. The first shell 314 is provided with an outer peripheral flange 3141 defining the receiving cavity 3142 on the side opposite to the second shell 315. One end of the first connector 323 extending out of the electrolysis chamber 313, one end of the second connector 324 extending out of the electrolysis chamber 313, the third nut 331 and the fourth nut 332 are located in the receiving cavity 3142.

[0138] In this embodiment, the first connector 323 extends out of the electrolysis chamber 313 and engages with the third nut 331, and the second connector 324 extends out of the electrolysis chamber 313 and engages with the fourth nut 332, so as to suspend the electrolysis assembly 32 in the electrolysis chamber 313, avoid the electrolysis assembly 32 from contacting the inner wall surface of the housing 31, block stray current circuit, and thus extend the overall service life of the electrolysis device 3.

[0139] In some embodiments, the first electrode sheet 321 and the second electrode sheet 322 both include a substrate and a coating disposed on the substrate. The coating is disposed on both the surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet 321 facing the second electrode sheet 322 and the surface away from the second electrode sheet 322, or the coating is disposed only on the surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet 321 facing the second electrode sheet 322.

[0140] Specifically, in this embodiment, a coating is provided on both the surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet 321 facing the second electrode sheet 322 and the surface away from the second electrode sheet 322, or a coating is provided only on the surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet 321 facing the second electrode sheet 322. The coating reduces the charge transfer resistance and avoids substrate exposure, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the electrolysis assembly 3232.

[0141] Optionally, the lower surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet 321 is provided with a coating. Since the upper surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet 321 is covered by the first conductive end plate 3281 and has no contact with the outside world, the upper surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet 321 does not need to be provided with a coating, which helps to reduce manufacturing costs.

[0142] Optionally, the substrate of the first electrode sheet 321 is a silicon substrate, and the coating of the first electrode sheet 321 is a diamond coating.

[0143] In some embodiments, the substrate of the second electrode sheet 322 has a coating on both the surface facing the first electrode sheet 321 and the surface away from the first electrode sheet 321, or the substrate of the second electrode sheet 322 has a coating only on the surface facing the first electrode sheet 321.

[0144] Specifically, in this embodiment, a coating is provided on both the surface of the substrate of the second electrode sheet 322 facing the first electrode sheet 321 and the surface away from the first electrode sheet 321, or a coating is provided only on the surface of the substrate of the second electrode sheet 322 facing the first electrode sheet 321. The coating reduces the charge transfer resistance and avoids substrate exposure, thereby improving the stability and reliability of the electrolysis assembly 3232.

[0145] Optionally, the upper surface of the substrate of the second electrode sheet 322 is provided with a coating. Since the lower surface of the substrate of the second electrode sheet 322 is covered by the second conductive end plate 3282 and has no contact with the outside world, the lower surface of the substrate of the second electrode sheet 322 does not need to be provided with a coating, which helps to reduce manufacturing costs.

[0146] Optionally, the substrate of the second electrode 322 is a silicon substrate, and the coating of the second electrode 322 is a diamond coating.

[0147] In some embodiments, the garment processing device further includes a first water path 6 and a second water path 7 that are independent of each other. The inlet of the first water path 6 and the inlet of the second water path 7 are connected to the water valve 4. The first water path 6 and the second water path 7 are connected to the processing chamber 101. The electrolysis device 3 is disposed in the first water path 6, and the detergent chamber 201 is connected to the second water path 7.

[0148] The clothing processing device of this embodiment supplies water to the first water channel 6 and the second water channel 7 through the water valve 4. The electrolysis device 3 is located in the first water channel 6 or in a water channel connected to the first water channel 6. The electrolysis device 3 electrolyzes the water entering the electrolysis device 3. The electrolyzed electrolyte enters the processing chamber 101. That is to say, the electrolysis device 3 can electrolyze the water before it enters the processing chamber 101, realizing flow-through electrolysis. The second water channel 7 is connected to the detergent chamber 201. The first water channel 6 and the second water channel 7 are independent of each other, realizing the synchronous and independent addition of detergent and electrolyte, improving electrolysis efficiency while ensuring addition efficiency.

[0149] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the first water passage 6 is disposed within the material box 2. By disposing at least a portion of the first water passage 6 within the material box 2, the internal space of the material box 2 can be utilized to form a part of the first water passage 6, reducing additional piping arrangements and improving structural compactness.

[0150] Furthermore, the first liquid inlet channel 202 and the mounting cavity 2061 within the material box 2 form part of the first water path 6, reducing additional piping arrangements, making reasonable use of the space within the casing, and improving the rationality of the layout and the compactness of the structure.

[0151] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the second water passage 7 is disposed within the material box 2. By disposing at least a portion of the second water passage 7 within the material box 2, the internal space of the material box 2 can be utilized to form a part of the second water passage 7, reducing additional piping arrangements and improving structural compactness.

[0152] Furthermore, the second liquid inlet channel 203 in the material box 2 can be used to form part of the second water path 7, reducing the need for additional piping, improving structural compactness, and facilitating the connection between the second water path 7 and the detergent chamber 201, thereby improving the detergent dispensing efficiency.

[0153] In some embodiments, the water valve 4 is used to supply water at different flow rates to the first water passage 6 and the second water passage 7, wherein the water flow rate of the first water passage 6 is less than the water flow rate of the second water passage 7.

[0154] The water flow rate of the first water channel 6 is less than that of the second water channel 7, which can prolong the residence time of water in the electrolysis device 3, making the electrolysis reaction more complete, improving the electrolysis efficiency of the electrolysis device 3, and thus improving the garment treatment effect.

[0155] In this embodiment, by setting the water flow rate of the first water channel 6 to be less than that of the second water channel 7, the electrolysis device 3 is located in the low-flow-rate first water channel 6, and the detergent chamber 201 is connected to the high-flow-rate second water channel 7, thereby improving electrolysis efficiency while ensuring dispensing efficiency. Furthermore, the high-flow-rate second water channel 7 is connected to the second liquid inlet channel 203, which can increase the impact on the turbulence column, thereby improving the thorough mixing of detergent and water and enhancing the washing effect of the clothing treatment equipment.

[0156] In some embodiments, the garment processing equipment further includes a mounting bracket 5, which is disposed on the inner wall of the housing, and the electrolysis device 3 is disposed on the mounting bracket 5. The mounting bracket 5 is disposed on the inner wall of the housing, and the electrolysis device 3 is mounted on the housing via the mounting bracket 5. This prevents vertical vibrations and horizontal swaying during equipment operation from being directly transmitted to the electrolysis device 3 through the housing, and also avoids friction between the electrolysis device 3 and the housing caused by equipment operation, thereby improving the stability and service life of the electrolysis device 3. Optionally, the mounting bracket 5 is detachably connected to the housing, thereby facilitating the removal and installation of the mounting bracket 5 and improving maintenance convenience. Furthermore, mounting brackets 5 of different sizes or types in the front-back or left-right directions can be used according to actual needs to accommodate electrolysis devices 3 of different sizes and to install the electrolysis devices 3 on the housing, thereby improving installation convenience.

[0157] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 5 has a connecting portion 51 and a mounting portion 52 connected to each other. The connecting portion 51 is connected to the housing, and the mounting portion 52 is used to mount the electrolysis device 3. The mounting portion 52 is lower than the connecting portion 51. The connecting portion 51 is used to connect to the housing, and the mounting portion 52 is used to set the mounting bracket 5, thereby realizing the connection between the mounting bracket 5 and the housing. The mounting portion 52 is positioned lower than the connecting portion 51 in the vertical direction, so that after the electrolysis device 3 is installed, the height of the electrolysis device 3 exceeding the housing in the vertical direction is reduced, thereby saving space in the vertical direction to better adapt to the compact space inside the washing machine, reducing the space occupied by the electrolysis device 3 inside the washing machine, and thus freeing up more space for other components, such as the motor and drain pipe.

[0158] In some embodiments, the top of the inner wall of the housing has a flange, and the connecting part 51 is connected to the flange. The flange is located at the top of the housing and connected to the connecting part 51. In addition, the position of the mounting part 52 is lower than that of the connecting part 51, which avoids the need to open a hole in the inner wall of the housing to install the mounting bracket 5, reduces the area occupied in the vertical direction, and improves the space utilization rate.

[0159] Furthermore, the contact surface between the flange and the connecting part 51 is a plane, which further improves the stability of the connection between the mounting bracket 5 and the housing.

[0160] In some embodiments, the mounting portion 52 has a clearance portion 521 for clearing the inlet 311 and outlet 312 of the electrolysis device 3. Specifically, the inlet 311 and outlet 312 of the electrolysis device 3 pass through the mounting bracket 5 via the clearance portion 521, thereby eliminating the need for additional pipes or connectors, reducing the space occupied by pipes and connectors inside the housing, and making the overall layout more compact.

[0161] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket 5 includes a first plate 53, a second plate 54, and a third plate 55. The second plate 54 extends vertically, the first plate 53 extends from the upper end of the second plate 54 toward the inner wall surface of the housing, and the third plate 55 extends from the lower end of the second plate 54 in a direction away from the inner wall surface of the housing. At least one of the first plate 53 and the second plate 54 forms a connecting portion 51, and the third plate 55 forms a mounting portion 52. The first plate 53 is connected to the upper end of the second plate 54, and the first plate 53 extends toward the housing to form the connecting portion 51, thereby increasing the contact area between the housing flange and the first plate 53 and increasing the stability of the connection between the first plate 53 and the housing. The second plate 54 extends vertically to increase the contact area between the second plate 54 and the inner wall surface of the housing, thereby improving the stability of the connection between the mounting bracket 5 and the housing. The third plate 55 is connected to the lower end of the second plate 54 and extends away from the casing to facilitate the installation of the electrolysis device 3, thereby reducing the space occupied by the electrolysis module in the vertical direction inside the washing machine and freeing up more space for other components, such as the motor and drain pipe.

[0162] Furthermore, a connecting post 551 is provided below the third plate 55. The connecting post 551 extends in the vertical direction and is connected to the connecting post 551 of the third plate 55 by bolts passing through the electrolysis device 3 from top to bottom, thereby improving the stability of the connection between the electrolysis device 3 and the mounting bracket 5.

[0163] Furthermore, a first reinforcing rib 552 extending in the front-to-back direction and a second reinforcing rib 553 extending in the left-to-right direction are provided below the third plate 55. The first reinforcing rib 552 and the second reinforcing rib 553 intersect each other to improve the structural strength of the third plate 55.

[0164] In some embodiments, the second plate 54 has a first snap-fit ​​portion 541, and the inner wall surface of the housing has a second snap-fit ​​portion. The first snap-fit ​​portion 541 and the second snap-fit ​​portion engage with each other. The first snap-fit ​​portion 541 and the second snap-fit ​​portion facilitate the mounting bracket 5 to be installed on the housing via a snap-fit ​​mechanism, enabling rapid installation and removal of the mounting bracket 5, improving installation efficiency and reliability. Simultaneously, the engagement of the first snap-fit ​​portion 541 and the second snap-fit ​​portion enhances the structural strength of the connection between the mounting bracket 5 and the housing, thereby improving the stability of the installation of the mounting bracket 5 and the electrolysis device 3.

[0165] The mounting bracket 5 is installed and removed quickly on the housing to improve installation efficiency and reliability. At the same time, the first snap-fit ​​part 541 and the second snap-fit ​​part engage to improve the structural strength of the connection between the mounting bracket 5 and the housing, and to improve the stability of the installation of the mounting bracket 5 and the electrolysis device 3.

[0166] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this disclosure.

[0167] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this disclosure, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0168] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between components; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0169] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or that the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0170] In this disclosure, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this disclosure. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0171] Although embodiments of the present disclosure have been shown and described above, it is to be understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, characterized in that, include: chassis; Processing cylinder (1), the processing cylinder (1) is disposed inside the housing and has a processing cavity (101); Water valve (4), the water valve (4) is located on the housing; Material box (2), the material box (2) is disposed in the housing and has a detergent chamber (201); An electrolysis device (3) is located inside the housing and has an inlet (311), an outlet (312), and an electrolysis chamber (313). The inlet (311) and the outlet (312) are both connected to the electrolysis chamber (313). The outlet (312) is higher than the inlet (311). The inlet (311) is connected to the water valve (4), and the outlet (312) is connected to the processing chamber (101).

2. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inlet (311) is located at the bottom of the electrolysis device (3), and the outlet (312) is located at the top of the electrolysis device (3).

3. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inlet (311) is located at the bottom of the electrolysis device (3), and the outlet (312) is located on the side of the electrolysis device (3).

4. The garment processing equipment according to claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The electrolysis device (3) is located between the water valve (4) and the material box (2) in the front-to-back direction, and the left side of the electrolysis device (3) is adjacent to the wall of the casing. The outlet (312) is located on the right side of the electrolysis device (3); or, The outlet (312) is located on one side of the front and rear sides of the electrolysis device (3).

5. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inlet (311) is located on the side of the electrolysis device (3), and the outlet (312) is located on the top of the electrolysis device (3).

6. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inlet (311) is located at the end of the electrolysis device (3) away from the water valve (4), and the outlet (312) is located at the end of the electrolysis device (3) adjacent to the water valve (4).

7. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electrolysis device (3) is located between the water valve (4) and the material box (2) in the front-back direction. The water flow direction in the electrolysis device (3) is parallel to the left-right direction or forms a preset angle with the left-right direction. The preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees.

8. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electrolysis device (3) includes a housing (31) and an electrolysis assembly (32). The inlet (311), the outlet (312) and the electrolysis chamber (313) are all formed in the housing (31), and at least a portion of the electrolysis assembly (32) is disposed in the electrolysis chamber (313).

9. The garment processing equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, The water inlet (311) and the electrolysis component (32) are staggered in a direction orthogonal to the vertical direction.

10. The garment processing equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (32) includes a first electrode plate (321) and a second electrode plate (322). The first electrode plate (321) and the second electrode plate (322) are stacked in a first direction. The length direction of the first electrode plate (321) and the length direction of the second electrode plate (322) are parallel to the left-right direction or form a preset angle with the left-right direction. The preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees; and / or, The first direction is parallel to the vertical direction or forms a preset angle with the vertical direction, wherein the preset angle is greater than 0 degrees and less than or equal to 45 degrees.

11. The garment processing equipment according to claim 10, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (32) further includes a first connector (323) and a second connector (324). The first connector (323) and the second connector (324) both pass through the first electrode plate (321) and the second electrode plate (322) along the first direction. One end of the first connector (323) extends out of the electrolysis chamber (313) to form a first terminal. The first connector (323) is in conductive contact with the first electrode plate (321). One end of the second connector (324) extends out of the electrolysis chamber (313) to form a second terminal. The second connector (324) is in conductive contact with the second electrode plate (322).

12. The garment processing equipment according to claim 10, characterized in that, The electrolysis assembly (32) further includes a proton exchange membrane (325), which is disposed between the first electrode plate (321) and the second electrode plate (322). At least one of the first electrode plate (321) and the second electrode plate (322) is provided with a through hole (326) extending along the first direction, so that the electrolyte entering the electrolysis chamber (313) can diffuse through the through hole (326) to the space between the electrode plate and the proton exchange membrane (325).

13. The garment processing equipment according to claim 10, characterized in that, The housing (31) includes a first housing (314) and a second housing (315), which are connected to define the electrolysis chamber (313).

14. The garment processing equipment according to claim 13, characterized in that, At least one of the inner walls of the first shell (314) and the second shell (315) is provided with a baffle (316), the free end of the baffle (316) extending toward the adjacent electrode sheet and spaced apart from each other.

15. The garment processing equipment according to claim 10, characterized in that, Both the first electrode sheet (321) and the second electrode sheet (322) include a substrate and a coating disposed on the substrate. The coating is disposed on both the surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet (321) facing the second electrode sheet (322) and the surface away from the second electrode sheet (322), or the coating is disposed only on the surface of the substrate of the first electrode sheet (321) facing the second electrode sheet (322); and / or, The coating is provided on both the surface of the substrate of the second electrode sheet (322) facing the first electrode sheet (321) and the surface away from the first electrode sheet (321), or the coating is provided only on the surface of the substrate of the second electrode sheet (322) facing the first electrode sheet (321).

16. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1-15, characterized in that, It also includes a first water path (6) and a second water path (7) that are independent of each other. The inlet of the first water path (6) and the inlet of the second water path (7) are connected to the water valve (4). The first water path (6) and the second water path (7) are connected to the processing chamber (101). The electrolysis device (3) is located in the first water path (6). The detergent chamber (201) is connected to the second water path (7).

17. The garment processing equipment according to claim 16, characterized in that, At least a portion of the first water channel (6) is located in the feed box (2); and / or, At least a portion of the second water channel (7) is located in the material box (2).

18. The garment processing equipment according to claim 16, characterized in that, The water valve (4) is used to supply water with different flow rates to the first water path (6) and the second water path (7), with the water flow rate of the first water path (6) being less than that of the second water path (7).

19. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1-15, characterized in that, It also includes a mounting bracket (5), which is located inside the housing, and the electrolysis device (3) is located on the mounting bracket (5).

20. The garment processing equipment according to claim 19, characterized in that, The mounting bracket (5) has a connecting part (51) and a mounting part (52) connected to each other. The connecting part (51) is connected to the housing, and the mounting part (52) is used to mount the electrolysis device (3). The connecting part (51) is lower than the mounting part (52).

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