Home appliances, smart cleaning devices, and smart cleaning device systems

Abstract

The present invention provides home appliances (10), smart cleaning devices (300), and smart cleaning device systems. The home appliance (10) includes a water-using device (202) and / or a water-using device (201), wherein the water-using device (202) is configured to automatically connect to a smart cleaning device (300) and replenish the water-using device (202) with purified water by drawing water from the smart cleaning device (300); the water-using device (201) is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device (300) and discharge light wastewater from the water-using device (201) by supplying water to the smart cleaning device (300); the home appliance (10) further includes a first communication unit and a first water connection port (150), wherein the first communication unit is configured to communicate with the smart cleaning device (300); and the first water connection port (150) is configured to connect to a second water connection port (350) of the smart cleaning device (300), and then draw water from the smart cleaning device and / or supply water to the smart cleaning device. Multiple types of household water-using devices can all be connected to the smart cleaning device. By drawing water from and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device, functions such as replenishing purified water and discharging wastewater from the smart cleaning device via the water exchange base station, discharging light wastewater to the water treatment device, or replenishing purified water from the water-using device can be achieved without manual operation, making it convenient to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the technical field of household appliances, and particularly relates to household appliances, smart cleaning devices, and smart cleaning device systems.

[0002] (Cross-reference to related applications) This disclosure claims priority to a Chinese application filed on March 4, 2023, with application number 202310242593.1, and a Chinese application filed on September 28, 2023, with application number 202311294604.7, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

Background Art

[0003] Smart cleaning devices are popular due to their high automation capabilities. To further improve the automation capabilities of smart cleaning devices, a station (such as a cleaning base station, etc.) is usually arranged corresponding to conventional smart cleaning devices (such as a cleaning robot with a mop).

[0004] Since the water inlet and outlet in conventional smart cleaning devices are non-standard connectors, the water inlet and outlet in smart cleaning devices can only be connected to the water inlet and outlet of the cleaning base station, and cannot be connected to other household water-using devices (such as dehumidifiers, humidifiers, fish tanks, etc.), resulting in limitations in use.

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] An object of this application is to provide a household appliance, a smart cleaning device, and a smart cleaning device system that can solve the technical problem in the prior art that the water inlet and outlet in a smart cleaning device can only be connected to the water inlet and outlet of the cleaning base station and cannot be connected to other household water-using devices, resulting in limitations in use.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] To solve the above technical objectives, in one embodiment, a home appliance is provided. The home appliance includes a water-using device and / or a water-using device, wherein the water-using device is configured to automatically connect to a smart cleaning device and replenish the water-using device with purified water by drawing water from the smart cleaning device; the water-using device is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device and discharge light wastewater from the water-using device by supplying water to the smart cleaning device; the home appliance further comprises a first communication unit and a first water connection port, wherein the first communication unit is configured to communicate with the smart cleaning device; and the first water connection port is configured to connect to a second water connection port of the smart cleaning device, and then draw water from the smart cleaning device and / or supply water to the smart cleaning device.

[0007] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the water-using device draws water from the smart cleaning device by an internal liquid replenishment pump and supplies purified water to the water-using device, the first water connection port is a first purified water inlet, the second water connection port of the smart cleaning device includes a second purified water outlet, the second purified water outlet is for connection to the first purified water inlet of the water-using device, and the purified water tank of the smart cleaning device supplies purified water into the water-using device via the first purified water inlet through the second purified water outlet.

[0008] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the water-using device is a humidifier, and the humidifier includes a humidifier body and the first purified water inlet. The humidifier body is provided with a water storage chamber, and a connection surface is provided on the outside of the humidifier body, and the connection surface is configured to connect to the smart cleaning device. When the first purified water inlet is provided on the connection surface, the first purified water inlet communicates with the water storage chamber, and the first purified water inlet is connected to the second purified water outlet of the smart cleaning device, the first purified water inlet is used to guide the purified water of the smart cleaning device to the water storage chamber.

[0009] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the humidifier further includes a water tank device positioned within the humidifier body in a restricted manner. The water tank device includes a water tank body and a flow guide member. The water tank body is provided with the water storage chamber, The flow guide member has an inlet connection port and an inlet, and the flow guide member is further provided with a flow path that communicates with the inlet connection port and the inlet, respectively, the inlet connection port communicates with the liquid replenishment pump, and the flow path guides the purified water transferred by the first purified water inlet to flow from bottom to top through the inlet connection port and into the water storage chamber through the inlet.

[0010] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the water tank body has a water inlet formed at the top of the water storage chamber, the water inlet is for injecting purified water, the inlet connection port is provided on the water tank body and is located lower than the water inlet, the inlet is located at the top of the water storage chamber and is located higher than the inlet connection port, and the angle between the direction from the water inlet to the bottom of the water storage chamber and the direction in which the opening of the inlet faces is 120 degrees or less.

[0011] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the flow guide member includes a positioning joint and a main guide pipe, the positioning joint being connected to the water tank body, the main guide pipe forming the boundary of the flow path, one end communicating with the inlet connection port and the other end fitted with the positioning joint, and the inlet being provided in the positioning joint.

[0012] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the positioning joint extends upward and the inlet is provided on the side wall of the positioning joint.

[0013] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the main guide pipe and the positioning joint are both installed in the water storage chamber, wherein the top end of the positioning joint is connected to the inside of the top wall of the water storage chamber and the bottom end is connected to the top end of the main guide pipe.

[0014] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the liquid replenishment pump is installed in the humidifier body, the first outlet of the liquid replenishment pump communicates with the inlet connection port, and the first inlet of the liquid replenishment pump communicates with the smart cleaning device via the first purified water inlet. The humidifier further includes a pipe fitting and a liquid replenishment conduit, the pipe fitting including a first pipe section and a second pipe section, the first pipe section and the second pipe section communicating with each other, the first pipe section and the second pipe section being positioned at an angle, the first pipe section being connected to a first purified water inlet, and the second pipe section communicating with a first suction port of the liquid replenishment pump via the liquid replenishment conduit.

[0015] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the humidifier further includes a tank structure, a filtration assembly, a flow guide structure, and a liquid supply pump. The aforementioned tank structure is built into the humidifier body, and a water tank is provided in the tank structure, the water tank stores purified water, and a supply port is provided at the bottom of the water tank body, the supply port is for discharging the purified water in the water storage chamber to the water tank. The filtration assembly, at least a portion of which is located above the water tank, includes a filtration supporter and a filtration net structure connected to the filtration supporter. The flow guide structure is configured to disperse the purified water in the tank to different locations on the filtration net structure. The liquid supply pump communicates with the flow guide structure and, under working conditions, pumps the purified water in the tank from bottom to top via the flow guide structure to the filter net structure, while under non-working conditions, the filter net structure and the purified water contained in the tank do not come into contact.

[0016] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the filtration supporter and / or the filtration net structure and the portion of the tank that contains purified water are isolated from each other, and the lower end of the filtration supporter and / or the filtration net structure is higher than the highest liquid level of the amount of purified water that can be contained in the tank.

[0017] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the humidifier is provided with an air passage, the air passage is configured to connect the air intake and exhaust ports of the humidifier, and the humidifier further includes a fan assembly and a heating component. The fan assembly is installed inside the humidifier body and configured to send airflow through the air passage, and the filter assembly is installed in the air passage and configured to filter and humidify the airflow. The heating component is installed in the air passage and is located downstream of the filtration assembly and upstream of the fan assembly along the airflow direction, and is configured to heat the filtered airflow.

[0018] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the humidifier further includes a positioning structure, which is installed on the connection surface and is for aligning with the smart cleaning device, and when the positioning structure and the smart cleaning device are aligned, the first purified water inlet and the second purified water outlet of the smart cleaning device are connected so that the purified water of the smart cleaning device can be transferred to the water storage chamber.

[0019] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the shape of the connection surface corresponds to the shape of the outer wall surface near the second water purification outlet of the smart cleaning device, or the connection surface presents a concave arc shape.

[0020] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the humidifier further includes a positioning unit installed on the connection surface, and the positioning unit is configured to transmit a positioning signal that can guide the smart cleaning device to approach the connection surface.

[0021] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the humidifier further includes a detection electrode plate connected to the connection surface, the liquid replenishment pump installed on the humidifier body, and a control unit electrically connected to the detection electrode plate. When the detection electrode plate and the smart cleaning device are electrically conductive, the control unit triggers the operation of the liquid replenishment pump to pump out the purified water in the smart cleaning device and send it to the water storage chamber.

[0022] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, when the detection electrode plate is connected to the smart cleaning device, the detection electrode plate transmits electrical energy to the smart cleaning device.

[0023] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the humidifier further includes a cover plate that is removably connected to the connection surface and covers the connection surface.

[0024] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the water treatment device turns on the internal water valve to supply water to the smart cleaning device. As a result, the smart cleaning device uses the internal pump to pump out the lightly polluted water in the water treatment device into the smart cleaning device. The first water connection port is the first lightly polluted water outlet. The second water connection port of the smart cleaning device includes a second clean water inlet and a second sewage outlet. By connecting the second clean water inlet and the first light sewage outlet, the light sewage in the water treatment device is sent to the clean water tank of the smart cleaning device via the first light sewage outlet and the second clean water inlet.

[0025] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the water treatment device turns on an internal water valve to supply water to the smart cleaning device. Thereby, the smart cleaning device uses an internal pump to pump out the light sewage in the water treatment device to the smart cleaning device. The first water connection port is the first light sewage outlet. The second water connection port of the smart cleaning device includes a second sewage inlet. The second sewage inlet communicates with the sewage tank of the smart cleaning device. The second sewage inlet is connected to the first light sewage outlet of the household appliance. The sewage tank of the smart cleaning device takes out light sewage from the water treatment device via the second sewage inlet and the first light sewage outlet, thereby discharging the light sewage in the water treatment device.

[0026] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the household appliance further includes a detection unit and a control unit installed therein. The detection unit is configured to detect the light sewage state or the clean water state in the household appliance. The control unit is configured to control the home appliance to stop drawing water from the smart cleaning device and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device when it detects that the home appliance is full of light wastewater or has no purified water, by causing the home appliance to communicate with the smart cleaning device and move the smart cleaning device to the home appliance in a water exchange state, thereby connecting the first water connection port of the home appliance and the second water connection port of the smart cleaning device, thereby drawing water from the smart cleaning device and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device, and when a first predetermined time has elapsed, or when the inspection unit detects that the home appliance is filled with purified water or that there is no more light wastewater, it stops drawing water from the smart cleaning device and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device.

[0027] In addition to one or more of the features described above, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the control unit is further configured to allow the smart cleaning device to replenish purified water from an external source and / or discharge light wastewater to an external source by controlling the appliance to temporarily suspend drawing water from the smart cleaning device and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device for a second predetermined time, or based on the first communication unit receiving a signal from the smart cleaning device that the purified water tank of the smart cleaning device is empty or the wastewater tank is full.

[0028] Other aspects of this application further provide a smart cleaning device. The smart cleaning device automatically connects to the above-mentioned home appliance, the smart cleaning device comprising a second communication unit, an identification unit, and a second water connection port, wherein the second communication unit is configured to communicate with the home appliance, the identification unit is configured to detect the location of the home appliance and enable automatic connection, the second water connection port connects to a first water connection port of the home appliance and then draws water from and / or supplies water to the home appliance, the home appliance includes a water user and / or water treatment device, the smart cleaning device is configured to automatically connect to the water user and replenish the water user with purified water by drawing water from the smart cleaning device, or the smart cleaning device automatically connects to the water treatment device and discharges lightly contaminated water from the water treatment device by supplying water to the smart cleaning device.

[0029] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, the smart cleaning device further includes a charging unit, and further includes a home appliance detection electrode plate, wherein the detection electrode plate is a charging connector, and when the charging unit and the home appliance detection electrode plate are connected, the home appliance charges the smart cleaning device by the detection electrode plate and the charging unit, or the smart cleaning device charges the home appliance by the charging unit and the detection electrode plate.

[0030] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, if the home appliance is a water-using device, the second water connection port includes a second purified water outlet, and the second purified water outlet is connected to a first purified water inlet of the water-using device to supply purified water to the water-using device.

[0031] In addition to one or more of the above features, or as an alternative to any of the above embodiments, if the home appliance is a water treatment device, the smart cleaning device discharges the light wastewater from the water treatment device by pumping it into the smart cleaning device using an internal pump, and the second water connection port includes a second wastewater inlet, a second purified water inlet, or a second light wastewater inlet, and the second wastewater inlet, the second purified water inlet, or the second light wastewater inlet is used to extract light wastewater from the water treatment device by connecting to the first light wastewater outlet of the water treatment device.

[0032] Another aspect of this application provides a smart cleaning device system. The smart cleaning device system comprises the above-mentioned home appliance, the above-mentioned smart cleaning device, and a cleaning base station, wherein the home appliance includes a water exchange base station, a water usage device and / or a water treatment device. The water exchange base station is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device and to replenish the smart cleaning device with purified water and discharge wastewater. The water-using device is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device and to replenish the water-using device with purified water by drawing water from the smart cleaning device. The water treatment device is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device and supply water to the smart cleaning device, thereby discharging light wastewater from the water treatment device. The clean base station is configured to supply power to the smart clean device and to collect dust in the smart clean device.

[0033] Effects of the invention Compared to the prior art, one or more of the above-mentioned technical solutions for home appliances according to the embodiments of this application have at least one of the following technical effects.

[0034] All home appliances (water exchange base stations, water treatment devices, and / or water usage devices) can be connected to the smart clean system. By drawing water from the smart clean system and / or supplying water to the smart clean system, functions such as replenishing purified water and discharging wastewater from the water exchange base station, discharging light wastewater from the water treatment device, or replenishing purified water from the water usage device can be realized without manual operation, making it convenient to use. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0035] To more clearly explain the technical concepts in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used to describe the embodiments or exemplary techniques are briefly described below. The drawings described are merely illustrations of some embodiments of this application. Those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings based on these drawings without employing inventive capabilities. [Figure 1] This is a schematic diagram of the home appliance related to this application. [Figure 2] This is a schematic exploded view of a partial structure of the home appliance covered by this application. [Figure 3] This is a cross-sectional view of a partial structure of the home appliance covered by this application. [Figure 4] This is a schematic exploded view of the elastic floating structure relating to this application. [Figure 5] This is a schematic diagram of the smart cleaning device according to this application. [Figure 6] This is a schematic diagram of the smart cleaning device with a concealed housing, as described in this application. [Figure 7] This is a schematic diagram showing the connections of the water exchange base station, smart cleaning device, and water treatment device related to this application. [Figure 8] This is a schematic diagram showing the connections of the water exchange base station, smart cleaning device, water treatment device, and water usage device related to this application. [Figure 9] Another schematic diagram showing the connections of the water exchange base station, smart cleaning device, water treatment device, and water usage device related to this application. [Figure 10]This is a flowchart of the water change control method for home appliances related to this application. [Figure 11] This is a schematic perspective view of a humidifier according to one embodiment of the present application. [Figure 12] Figure 11 is a magnified view of area A of the humidifier. [Figure 13] Figure 11 is a schematic partial diagram of the humidifier shown. [Figure 14] Figure 11 is a schematic partial view of a humidifier with the water tank device concealed. [Figure 15] Figure 14 is a schematic partial diagram of the humidifier shown. [Figure 16] Figure 11 is a schematic perspective view of the water tank device in the humidifier shown. [Figure 17] Figure 16 is a schematic partial view of the water tank device shown. [Figure 18] Figure 11 is a schematic perspective view of the humidifier from another angle. [Figure 19] Figure 18 is a magnified view of section B of the humidifier. [Figure 20] Figure 18 is a schematic perspective view of a humidifier with its outer lid attached. [Figure 21] Figure 20 is a schematic perspective view of the outer lid of the humidifier shown. [Figure 22] Figure 11 is a schematic exploded view of the humidifier shown. [Figure 23] Figure 11 is a schematic exploded view of a humidifier in another state. [Figure 24] Figure 23 is a schematic exploded view of the filtration assembly, flow guide structure, and tank structure in the humidifier shown. [Figure 25] Figure 24 is a schematic exploded view of the filtration assembly and flow guide structure. [Figure 26] Figure 25 is an enlarged view of section C of the filtration assembly and flow guide structure. [Figure 27] Figure 24 is a schematic partial diagram of the filtration assembly and flow guide structure in the humidifier shown. [Figure 28] Figure 20 is a schematic perspective view of the humidifier from another angle. [Figure 29] Figure 20 is a schematic perspective view of the humidifier from another angle. [Figure 30] Figure 29 is a schematic partial view of the humidifier shown. [Figure 31] Figure 30 is a schematic partial diagram of the humidifier shown. [Figure 32] Figure 31 is a schematic partial diagram of the humidifier shown. [Figure 33] Figure 32 is a magnified view of point D in the humidifier. [Figure 34] Figure 11 is a schematic perspective view of a smart cleaning device that can be connected to a humidifier. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0036] To more clearly explain the purpose, technical proposal, and advantages of this application, the application will be described in further detail below with reference to the drawings and examples. The specific examples described herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not limit the application.

[0037] Where a component is described as being “fixed” or “installed” to another component, that component may be fixed or installed to the other component directly or indirectly. Where a component is described as being “connected” to another component, that component may be connected to the other component directly or indirectly. Directions or positional relationships expressed by terms such as “up,” “down,” “left,” and “right” are based on the drawings and are for illustrative purposes only, and do not express or imply that the device or element in question necessarily has a particular direction or is configured or operated in a particular direction, and therefore do not limit this application. A person skilled in the art will be able to understand the specific meaning of the above terms depending on the specific circumstances. The terms “first,” “second,” etc., are for illustrative purposes only and do not express or imply relative importance or the number of technical features. Unless otherwise specified, “plural” means two or more.

[0038] The terms "and / or" as used in this specification represent a relationship between related objects, indicating that three types of relationships exist. For example, A and / or B represents three types of relationships: A exists alone, both A and B exist, and B exists alone.

[0039] To explain the technical proposal presented in this application, a detailed description will be provided below with reference to specific drawings and examples.

[0040] Referring to Figures 1 and 5, an embodiment of the present application (i.e., Embodiment 1) provides a home appliance 10, which is connectable to a smart cleaning device 300 and comprises a home appliance housing 10a, a first communication unit, and a first standard panel 120 installed in the home appliance housing 10a. Referring to Figure 8, the home appliance 10 may be equipment such as a water exchange base station 200, a water treatment device 201 (e.g., a dehumidifier, a fish tank, etc.), or a water usage device 202 (e.g., a humidifier, a fish tank, etc.).

[0041] Referring to Figures 1 and 7, the first standard panel 120 comprises a positioning unit 337 and a first connection port area 170. The first connection port area 170 comprises a first water connection port 150. The first communication unit is configured to communicate with the smart cleaning device 300, and the positioning unit 337 is for the smart cleaning device 300 to detect its position and automatically connect. The first water connection port 150 is configured to draw water from and / or supply water to the smart cleaning device 300 after connecting to the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300.

[0042] Referring to Figures 1 and 7, the smart cleaning device 300 accurately connects the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 to the first water connection port 150 of the home appliance 10 by detecting the positioning unit 337 and locating the home appliance 10. The positioning unit 337 is a specific area that can be scanned and identified by a laser radar or microwave radar, and the smart cleaning device 300 can accurately detect the position of the home appliance 10 using the laser radar or microwave radar. The technology for controlling the precise connection between the smart cleaning device 300 and the home appliance 10 using a laser radar or microwave radar is a mature prior art and is widely used in the smart cleaning device 300 and cleaning base stations, so it is omitted from this explanation.

[0043] Referring to Figures 1, 5, and 8, if the home appliance 10 is a water exchange base station 200, the first water connection port 150 of the water exchange base station 200 is connected to the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300. By supplying water (supplying purified water) from the water exchange base station 200 to the smart cleaning device 300, purified water is replenished in the smart cleaning device 300, and water is taken out of the smart cleaning device 300 (wastewater is taken out). In one embodiment, a pump is installed in the water exchange base station 200, and the water exchange base station 200 pumps out the wastewater from inside the smart cleaning device 300, thereby discharging the wastewater from inside the smart cleaning device 300. In another embodiment, no pump is installed in the water exchange base station 200. In this case, after the smart cleaning device 300 and the water exchange base station 200 are connected, the wastewater in the smart cleaning device 300 is automatically discharged into the water exchange base station 200 using the difference in elevation, and the water exchange base station 200 removes the wastewater from the smart cleaning device 300.

[0044] In this embodiment, based on the process settings of the smart cleaning device 300 or the water exchange base station 200, and the user's operational commands via the APP, the smart cleaning device 300 may perform only the extraction of purified water or only the discharge of wastewater, or it may perform both the extraction of purified water and the discharge of wastewater simultaneously to save time.

[0045] Referring to Figure 8, if the home appliance 10 is the water treatment device 201, the first water connection port 150 of the water treatment device 201 is connected to the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300. The water treatment device 201 turns on its internal water valve to supply water to the smart cleaning device 300 (which is actually the discharge of light wastewater). In this case, the smart cleaning device 300 uses its internal pump to pump the light wastewater from the water treatment device 201 into the smart cleaning device 300, thereby discharging the light wastewater from the water treatment device 201. Depending on the degree of contamination, water can be classified into purified water, light wastewater, and wastewater. If the light wastewater generated in the water treatment device 201 is too contaminated to be reused, the light wastewater in the water treatment device 201 may be called wastewater.

[0046] Referring to Figure 8, if the home appliance 10 is a water-using device 202, the first water connection port 150 of the water-using device 202 is connected to the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300. The water-using device 202 uses an internal liquid replenishment pump to draw water from the smart cleaning device 33 (draw purified water) and supplies purified water to the water-using device 202.

[0047] Therefore, referring to Figure 8, multiple types of home appliances 10 (water exchange base station 200, water treatment device 201, water usage device 202) can all be connected to the smart cleaning device 300. By taking water from the smart cleaning device 300 and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device 300, functions such as replenishing purified water and discharging wastewater from the smart cleaning device 300 by the water exchange base station 200, discharging light wastewater from the water treatment device 201, or replenishing purified water from the water usage device 202 can be realized, eliminating the need for manual operation and making it convenient to use.

[0048] In another embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 1 to 4, the first water connection port 150 is attached to the home appliance housing 10a by an elastic floating structure 13, thereby ensuring a secure connection between the first water connection port 150 and the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300.

[0049] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2 to 4, a first mounting opening 105 is provided in the home appliance housing 10a. The elastic floating structure 13 includes an elastic plate 130 and a support frame 140 inserted into the first mounting opening 105. The elastic plate 130 is elastic, and the support frame 140 is installed on the elastic plate 130. Preferably, the support frame 140 is installed in the middle of the elastic plate 130. A first water connection port 150 is provided on the support frame 140, thereby allowing the first water connection port 150 to float elastically relative to the home appliance housing 10a.

[0050] Specifically, referring to Figures 1 and 5, when the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 is connected to the first water connection port 150 of the home appliance 10, a force is applied to the first water connection port 150. Due to the elastic deformation of the elastic plate 130, the first water connection port 150 is elastically floated by the elastic plate 130 and fine-tunes its position. This allows the first water connection port 150 to be accurately connected to the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300, and also cushions the impact force caused by the movement of the smart cleaning device 300.

[0051] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2 to 4, an outwardly extending mounting ring 131 is provided on the periphery of the elastic plate 130. The mounting ring 131 abuts against the inner wall of the home appliance housing 10a, and the fixing member 135 presses against the mounting ring 131 and is fixedly connected to the home appliance housing 10a. As a result, the elastic plate 130 is fixedly attached to the first mounting opening 105, and the attachment is secure. The fixing member 135 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the home appliance housing 10a by means of engagement, adhesive, or screwing.

[0052] In a specific embodiment, referring to Figures 2 to 4, the fixing member 135 has a plurality of first connection holes 136, and the inner wall of the home appliance housing 10a has a plurality of first threaded columns 105a, and the threaded portion of each first screw (not shown) is inserted through one of the first connection holes 136 and screwed to the threaded hole of the first threaded column 105a, thereby fixing the fixing member 135 to the inner wall of the home appliance housing 10a, resulting in a simple structure.

[0053] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2 to 4, the mounting ring 131 is provided with an annular groove 132, and an annular projection 106 is provided around the first mounting opening 105 on the inner wall of the home appliance housing 10a. The annular projection 106 engages with the annular groove 132, thereby firmly fixing and connecting the elastic plate 130 to the inner wall of the home appliance housing 10a, resulting in a robust structure.

[0054] Preferably, referring to Figures 2 to 4, the cross-section of the elastic plate 130 is wavy, thereby giving the elastic plate 130 good elasticity.

[0055] Referring to Figures 2 to 4, the support frame 140 includes a first support plate 141 and a second support plate 142. The first support plate 141 and the second support plate 142 are fixedly connected to both sides of the elastic plate 130, and a first water connection port is provided in the first support plate 141. Specifically, the first support plate 141 and the second support plate 142 are fixedly connected to both sides of the elastic plate 130 by means of engagement, bonding, or screwing. Referring to Figures 13 and 14, the first water connection port and the first support plate 141 may be a solid, integrated structure or separate structures, and are not limited thereto.

[0056] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2 to 4, a mounting hole 133 is drilled in the middle of the elastic plate 130, and the first support plate 141 and the second support plate 142 abut against the peripheral edges on both sides of the mounting hole 133, respectively. The first support plate 141 and the second support plate 142 are fixedly connected by means of engagement, bonding, or screwing, thereby firmly connecting the first support plate 141 and the second support plate 142 to both sides of the elastic plate 130.

[0057] In a specific embodiment, referring to Figures 2 to 4, the second support plate 142 has a plurality of second connection holes 143, and the first support plate 141 has a plurality of second threaded columns 144. The threaded portion of each second screw is inserted through one of the second connection holes 143 and screwed to the threaded hole of one of the second threaded columns 144, thereby fixing the first support plate 141 and the second support plate 142 together, resulting in a simple structure.

[0058] Referring to Figures 1 to 5, the fixing member 135 is provided with a position limiting structure 137, which has a gap 138 between the position limiting structure 137 and the support frame 140, with the first support plate 141 and the second support plate 142 of the support frame 140 located on both sides of the position limiting structure 137, and the above-mentioned gap 138 between the first support plate 141 and the second support plate 142 and the position limiting structure 137, and the position limiting structure 137 is configured to limit the amount of movement that the support frame 140 can elastically float relative to the home appliance housing 10a. Specifically, when the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 moves to connect with the first water connection port 150 of the home appliance 10, the first support plate 141 is pushed inward into the home appliance housing 10a, the elastic plate 130 elastically deforms inward into the home appliance housing 10a, and the first support plate 141 moves until it contacts the position limiting structure 137. This prevents excessive movement of the first support plate 141 and prevents excessive movement of the first water connection port 150, thereby ensuring an accurate connection between the first water connection port 150 and the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300. When the smart cleaning device 300 is moved away and disconnected from the first water connection port 150, the first support plate 141 is driven to move outward from the appliance housing 10a, the elastic plate 130 elastically deforms outward from the appliance housing 10a, and the second support plate 142 moves until it contacts the position limiting structure 137, preventing excessive movement of the second support plate 142 and ensuring that the elastic plate 130 elastically deforms within an appropriate range.

[0059] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2 to 4, an elastic sealing member 107 is fitted around the end of the first water connection port 150 that extends outside the home appliance housing 10a. This allows the first water connection port 150 of the home appliance 10 and the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 to be sealed together, performing a sealing function and preventing leakage of purified or wastewater.

[0060] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2 to 5, the first standard panel 120 further includes a test electrode plate 110. The test electrode plate 110 can perform a reliable connection test by itself, or a unit for reliable connection testing is installed. The test electrode plate 110 is configured to test whether the smart cleaning device 300 and the home appliance 10 are securely connected. When the test electrode plate 110 and the charging unit 310 of the smart cleaning device 300 are connected and electrically conductive, the smart cleaning device 300 and the water exchange base station 200 are securely connected, and the following operations (e.g., taking water from the smart cleaning device 300 and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device 300) can be performed.

[0061] In other embodiments, referring to Figures 2 to 5, the detection electrode plate 110 can also function as a charging connector. When the detection electrode plate 110 is connected to the charging unit 310 of the smart cleaning device 300, the home appliance 10 charges the smart cleaning device 300 via the detection electrode plate 110 and the charging unit 310, or the smart cleaning device 300 charges the home appliance 10 (specifically, the pump of the water exchange base station 200) via the charging unit 310 and the detection electrode plate 110.

[0062] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2 to 5, a second mounting opening 108 is provided on the outer wall of the home appliance housing 10a, and the inspection electrode plate 110 is inserted into the second mounting opening 108. The inspection electrode plate 110 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the home appliance housing 10a by means of engagement, bonding, or screwing. An elastic member is installed inside the inspection electrode plate 110, similar in structure to an elastic charging contact pin, and when the inspection electrode plate 110 is connected to the charging part 310 of the smart cleaning device 300, the inspection electrode plate 110 is slightly expanded and contracted to enable better connection and charging with the smart cleaning device 300. Preferably, the elastic member is a spring.

[0063] In another embodiment of this application, referring to Figure 7, the first connection port area 170 includes at least two first connection ports 15, and the at least two first connection ports 15 include a first water connection port 150. The dimensions of the first connection ports 15 are predetermined standard dimensions to match the corresponding connection ports in the smart cleaning device 300, and the distance between different first connection ports 15 is predetermined standard distance to match the corresponding connection ports in the smart cleaning device 300, so that the first connection ports 15 and the corresponding connection ports in the smart cleaning device 300 can be connected together. The two first connection ports 15 may both be the first water connection ports 150, or the first connection ports 15 may include the first water connection port 150 and a positioning connection port 156. The positioning connection port 156 is positioned and connected to the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300.

[0064] Referring to Figure 7, the home appliance 10 is a water exchange base station 200, and the first water connection port 150 of the water exchange base station 200 includes a first purified water outlet 151 and a first wastewater inlet 152. The second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 includes a second purified water inlet 351 and a second wastewater outlet 352. The first purified water outlet 151 is connected to the second purified water inlet 351 of the smart cleaning device 300, supplying purified water to the water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 via the second purified water inlet 351 through the first purified water outlet 151 of the water exchange base station 200, eliminating the need for manual operation and making it convenient to use. The first wastewater inlet 152 is connected to the second wastewater outlet 352 of the smart cleaning device 300 to extract wastewater from the smart cleaning device 300, and the wastewater from the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 is discharged via the first wastewater inlet 152 of the water exchange base station 200 and the second wastewater outlet 352, eliminating the need for manual operation and making it convenient to use.

[0065] Furthermore, referring to Figure 8, the first water connection port 150 may further include a first light wastewater inlet 153. The second water connection port 350 may further include a second purified water outlet 353 or a second light wastewater outlet. The first light wastewater inlet 153 is connected to the second wastewater outlet 352, second purified water outlet 353, or second light wastewater outlet of the smart cleaning device 300 to extract light wastewater from the smart cleaning device 300. This light wastewater may be light wastewater accumulated in the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300, or light wastewater accumulated in the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300. The second purified water outlet 353 is connected to the purified water tank of the smart cleaning device 300, the second wastewater outlet 352 is connected to the wastewater tank of the smart cleaning device 300, and the second light wastewater outlet is connected to the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300. In other words, the first light wastewater inlet 153 of the water exchange base station 200 takes out light wastewater from the smart cleaning device 300 through the second purified water outlet 353, the second wastewater outlet 352, or the second light wastewater outlet, thereby discharging the light wastewater from the smart cleaning device 300, eliminating the need for manual operation and making it convenient to use. In other embodiments, the second purified water outlet 353 and the second light wastewater outlet may be the same water connection port for discharging purified water or light wastewater from within the smart cleaning device 300, or the second purified water inlet 351 and the second purified water outlet 353 may be the same water connection port for introducing or discharging purified water from within the smart cleaning device 300.

[0066] In another embodiment of this application, referring to Figure 9, the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201 or a water usage device 202, and at least two first connection ports 15 further include positioning connection ports 156. When the positioning connection port 156 is connected to one second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 and aligned with the smart cleaning device 300, the first water connection port 150 is connected to the other second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 to draw water from and / or supply water to the smart cleaning device. The positioning connection port 156 may be, but is not limited to, a connection port dedicated solely to positioning without water flow or a water connection port that also has a positioning function.

[0067] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 6 to 9, the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201 (such as a dehumidifier or a fish tank), the first water connection port 150 is the first light wastewater outlet 154, the first light wastewater outlet 154 is connected to another second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 to discharge light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300, and the other second water connection port 350 is the second purified water inlet 351, the second light wastewater inlet, or the second wastewater inlet 354. In this case, the positioning connection port 156 of the water treatment device 201 is connected to the second wastewater outlet 352 or other connection port of the smart cleaning device 300. The water treatment device 22 discharges light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300 via the first light wastewater outlet 154, the second purified water inlet 351, the second light wastewater inlet, or the second wastewater inlet 354, thereby discharging light wastewater from within the water treatment device 201. This eliminates the need for manual operation and makes it convenient to use. In other embodiments, the second purified water inlet 351 and the second light wastewater inlet may be the same water connection port.

[0068] Specifically, referring to Figures 6 to 9, when the second purified water inlet 351 and the second light wastewater inlet of the smart cleaning device 300 are both in communication with the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300, and the first light wastewater outlet 154 of the water treatment device 201 is connected to the second purified water inlet 351 or the second light wastewater inlet, the light wastewater from the water treatment device 201 is introduced into the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 via the first light wastewater outlet 154 and the second purified water inlet 351 or the second light wastewater inlet, thereby discharging the light wastewater from the water treatment device 201, and the light wastewater in the purified water tank 320 can be used for cleaning the mop by the smart cleaning device 300.

[0069] Specifically, referring to Figures 6 to 9, when the second light wastewater inlet or second wastewater inlet 354 of the smart cleaning device 300 is in communication with the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300, and the first light wastewater outlet 154 of the water treatment device 201 is connected to the second light wastewater inlet or second wastewater inlet 354, the light wastewater from the water treatment device 201 is introduced into the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 via the first light wastewater outlet 154 and the second light wastewater inlet or second wastewater inlet 354, thereby discharging the light wastewater from the water treatment device 201, and the wastewater tank 330 can discharge wastewater via the water exchange base station 200.

[0070] In other embodiments, a dedicated light wastewater tank (not shown) is further installed in the smart cleaning device 300, and this dedicated light wastewater tank is a different tank from the wastewater tank 330 that stores the wastewater generated by the smart cleaning device 300. When the second light wastewater inlet or second light wastewater outlet of the smart cleaning device 300 is connected to the light wastewater tank of the smart cleaning device 300, and the first light wastewater outlet 154 and the second light wastewater inlet of the water treatment device 201 are connected, the light wastewater from the water treatment device 201 is introduced into the light wastewater tank of the smart cleaning device 300 via the first light wastewater outlet 154 and the second light wastewater inlet, thereby discharging the light wastewater in the water treatment device 201, and the light wastewater in the light wastewater tank is used for cleaning the mop by the smart cleaning device 300, or is discharged directly from the second light wastewater outlet. Depending on the structural design and connection ports of the smart cleaning device 300, it is possible to design the system to introduce light wastewater from the water treatment device 201 into a purified water tank 320, a wastewater tank 330, or a light wastewater tank, and this light wastewater may be reused for floor wiping by the smart cleaning device 300 or discharged to the water exchange base station 200 via the corresponding connection ports of the smart cleaning device 300.

[0071] In another embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 9, the home appliance 10 is a water-using device 202 (such as a humidifier or a fish tank), the first water connection port 150 is the first purified water inlet 155, the first purified water inlet 155 is connected to another second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 to draw purified water from the smart cleaning device 300, and the other second water connection port 350 is the second purified water outlet 353. In this case, the positioning connection port 156 of the water-using device 202 is connected to the second purified water inlet 351 or other connection port of the smart cleaning device 300. The water-using device 202 draws purified water from inside the smart cleaning device 300 via the first purified water inlet 155 and the second purified water outlet 353, thereby replenishing the water-using device 202 with purified water, eliminating the need for manual operation and making it convenient to use.

[0072] Specifically, referring to Figures 6 to 9, the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300 is connected to the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300, and the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 replenishes purified water to the water usage device 202 via the second purified water outlet 353 and the first purified water inlet 155.

[0073] In another embodiment of this application, with reference to Figure 10, a method for controlling the water change of an electrical appliance is further provided. This method is used in the electrical appliance 10 described above, where the electrical appliance 10 is a water-using device 202 (e.g., a humidifier, a fish tank, etc.) or a water-treatment device 201 (e.g., a dehumidifier, a fish tank, etc.). A measurement unit and a control unit are installed inside the electrical appliance 10, and the measurement unit is configured to measure the state of lightly contaminated water or purified water inside the electrical appliance 10. This method for controlling the water change of an electrical appliance includes the following steps.

[0074] Step S1: If the control unit detects that the light wastewater tank of the home appliance 10 is full or that there is no purified water, it controls the smart cleaning device 300 to communicate with the home appliance 10 and move the smart cleaning device 300 to the home appliance 10 in a water exchange state.

[0075] Specifically, the home appliance 10 is either a water treatment device 201 or a water usage device 202. If the home appliance 10 is the water usage device 202, a first sensor is installed in the water usage device 202 to detect the presence or absence of purified water. If the absence of purified water is detected, the water usage device 202 and the smart cleaning device 300 communicate, and the smart cleaning device 300 enters a water exchange state and moves toward the water usage device 21. If the home appliance 10 is the water treatment device 201, a second sensor is installed in the water treatment device 201 to detect whether or not light wastewater has filled it. If light wastewater has filled it, the water treatment device 201 and the smart cleaning device 300 communicate, and the smart cleaning device 300 enters a water exchange state and moves toward the water treatment device 201.

[0076] In this process, after receiving information from the home appliance 10, the smart cleaning device 300 first checks the status of whether there is purified water in its purified water tank or whether there is wastewater in its wastewater tank. Based on this specific status, it determines whether it can directly enter the water exchange state and move to the home appliance 10. If it can directly enter the water exchange state (for example, if the purified water tank is full or the wastewater tank is empty), the smart cleaning device 300 moves to the home appliance 10. If it cannot directly enter the water exchange state (for example, if the purified water tank is empty or the wastewater tank is full), it first moves to the water exchange base station 200 to receive purified water or discharge wastewater, and then enters the water exchange state. If the purified water tank is not full of purified water or the wastewater tank is not full, it determines whether to enter the water exchange state based specifically on the amount of purified water stored in the purified water tank or the amount of wastewater accumulated in the wastewater tank. The criteria for this determination may be set by the user in the APP or pre-set in the smart cleaning device 300.

[0077] Step S2: Connect the first water connection port 150 of the home appliance 10 to the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300.

[0078] Specifically, if the home appliance 10 is a water-using device 202, the first water connection port 150 is the first purified water inlet 155, and the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 is the second purified water outlet 353. If the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201, the first water connection port 150 is the first light wastewater outlet 154, and the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 is the second purified water inlet 351, the second light wastewater inlet, or the second wastewater inlet 354.

[0079] Step S3: Water is drawn from and / or supplied to the smart cleaning device 300 via the first water connection port 150.

[0080] Specifically, if the home appliance 10 is a water-using device 202, the first water connection port 150 is the first purified water inlet 155, and the liquid replenishment pump in the water-using device 202 operates to draw purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 via the first purified water inlet 155. If the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201, the first water connection port 150 is the first light wastewater outlet 154, and the water valve in the water treatment device 201 is turned on, the pump in the smart cleaning device 300 draws out water, and light wastewater is discharged to the smart cleaning device 300 via the first light wastewater outlet 154. In this step, supplying water to the smart cleaning device 300 is equivalent to discharging light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300.

[0081] Step S4: When the first predetermined time has elapsed, or when the inspection unit detects that the appliance 10 is filled with purified water or that there is no more light wastewater, the appliance 10 is controlled to stop drawing water from the smart cleaning device 300 and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device 300.

[0082] The home appliance 10 and the smart cleaning device 300 are devices that can be used in cooperation. If the home appliance 10 is a water usage device 202, a first predetermined time is set for the water usage device 202 to fill with purified water during the factory settings. During the process of drawing water, the water usage device 202 draws purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 according to the first predetermined time, and once the first predetermined time has elapsed, the liquid replenishment pump inside the water usage device 202 stops working, thereby stopping the water usage device 202 from drawing purified water from the smart cleaning device 300. Alternatively, if the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201, a first predetermined time is set for the water treatment device 201 to completely discharge the lightly contaminated water inside the water treatment device 201 during the factory settings. During the water supply process, the water treatment device 201 discharges light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300 according to the first predetermined time. Once the first predetermined time has elapsed, the water treatment device 201 turns off the water valve, and the pump of the smart cleaning device 300 stops pumping water, thereby stopping the water treatment device 201 from discharging light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300. The first predetermined time required for purified water to fill the water usage device 202 and the first predetermined time required for the light wastewater to be completely discharged from the water treatment device 201 may differ slightly.

[0083] In another embodiment, the home appliance 10 is a water-using device 202, and in the process of the water-using device 202 drawing purified water from the smart cleaning device 300, a first sensor is installed inside the water-using device 202 to detect whether or not the device is filled with purified water, and if the device is filled with purified water, the water-using device 202 stops drawing purified water from the smart cleaning device 300. If the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201, a second sensor is installed inside the water treatment device 201 to detect whether or not light wastewater has been completely discharged, and if the light wastewater has been completely discharged, the water treatment device 201 stops discharging light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300.

[0084] Furthermore, since the capacity of the water tank of the water usage device 202 or water treatment device 201 is usually larger than the capacity of the water tank of the smart cleaning device 300, the smart cleaning device 300 may have to repeat the process of filling or draining water multiple times.

[0085] The specific process of step S3, which involves taking water from the smart cleaning device 300 and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device 300 via the first water connection port 150, includes the following steps:

[0086] S31: The control unit, after a second predetermined time, or when the first communication unit receives a signal from the smart cleaning device 300 indicating that the water purification tank of the smart cleaning device 300 is empty or the wastewater tank is full, S32: Control the appliance to temporarily suspend the draw of water from the smart cleaning device 300 and / or the supply of water to the smart cleaning device 300 so that the smart cleaning device 300 can replenish purified water from the outside and / or discharge light wastewater to the outside. The home appliance 10 and the smart cleaning device 300 are devices that can be used in cooperation. If the home appliance 10 is a water usage device 202, a second predetermined time is set for the water usage device 202 to completely remove the water from the water purification tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 and empty the water purification tank. In the process of removing purified water from the water usage device 202, the water usage device 202 removes purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 according to the second predetermined time. Once the second predetermined time has elapsed, the liquid replenishment pump inside the water usage device 202 temporarily stops pumping water, thereby temporarily stopping the water usage device 202 from removing purified water from the smart cleaning device 300, and the smart cleaning device 300 replenishes purified water from an external water source (faucet or toilet water supply pipe). If the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201, in the factory settings, a second predetermined time is set for the water treatment device 201 to fill the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300. In the process of the water treatment device 201 discharging light wastewater, the water treatment device 201 discharges light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300 according to the second predetermined time. After the second predetermined time has elapsed, the water valve inside the water treatment device 201 is turned off, temporarily suspending the discharge of light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300, thereby allowing the smart cleaning device 300 to discharge the light wastewater inside it to the outside. The second predetermined time required for the water usage device 202 to completely remove the water from the water purification tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 and the second predetermined time required for the water treatment device 201 to fill the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 may be slightly different.

[0087] In another embodiment, if the home appliance 10 is a water-using device 202, during the process in which the water-using device 202 draws purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 via the first purified water inlet 155, the purified water sensor in the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 detects that the purified water in the purified water tank 320 has run out. The smart cleaning device 300 then issues an instruction, and the water-using device 202 receives a signal from the smart cleaning device 300 indicating that the purified water in the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 has run out. The liquid replenishment pump in the water-using device 202 then temporarily stops pumping water, causing the water-using device 202 to temporarily stop drawing purified water from the smart cleaning device 300, and the smart cleaning device 300 can replenish purified water from an external water source (including a faucet or toilet water supply pipe). If the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201, in the process of the water treatment device 201 discharging light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300 via the first light wastewater outlet 154, the wastewater sensor in the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 detects that the wastewater tank 330 is full of light wastewater. The smart cleaning device 300 then issues an instruction, and the water treatment device 201 receives a signal from the smart cleaning device 300 indicating that the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 is full of light wastewater. By turning off the water valve of the water treatment device 201 and temporarily suspending the discharge of light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300, the smart cleaning device 300 can discharge the light wastewater inside it to the outside.

[0088] Step S33: When the first communication unit receives a signal from the smart cleaning device 300 indicating that the water purification tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 is full or the wastewater tank 330 is empty, it reconnects the first water connection port 150 and the second water connection port 350, and draws water from the smart cleaning device 300 and / or supplies water to the smart cleaning device 300 via the first water connection port 150.

[0089] If the home appliance 10 is a water-using device 202, the smart cleaning device 300 replenishes purified water from an external water source (including a faucet or toilet water supply pipe). When the water purification sensor in the water purification tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 detects that the water purification tank 320 is full or that the predetermined water replenishment time for the water purification tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 has elapsed, the smart cleaning device 300 moves back to the water-using device 202. At this time, the first purified water inlet 155 of the water-using device 202 and the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300 are reconnected, and purified water is drawn from the smart cleaning device 300 via the first purified water inlet 155. If the home appliance 10 is the water treatment device 201, the smart cleaning device 300 discharges light wastewater to the outside, and when the wastewater sensor in the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 detects that the water in the wastewater tank 330 has run out or that the predetermined water discharge time for the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 has reached the end of the time, the smart cleaning device 300 moves back to the water treatment device 201, and at this time reconnects the first light wastewater outlet 154 of the water treatment device 201 with the second purified water inlet 351, second light wastewater inlet, or second wastewater inlet 354 of the smart cleaning device 300, and discharges light wastewater to the smart cleaning device 300 via the first light wastewater outlet 154.

[0090] In another embodiment of this application, a smart cleaning device 300 is further provided. Referring to Figures 2, 5 and 6, the smart cleaning device 300 is automatically connectable to a home appliance 10 and comprises a second communication unit, an identification unit, and a second standard panel 340 installed on the smart cleaning device 300.

[0091] Referring to Figures 2, 6, and 7, the second standard panel 340 includes a second connection port area 370. The second connection port area 370 includes a second water connection port 350. A second communication unit communicates with the home appliance 10, and an identification unit detects the location of the home appliance 10 to enable automatic connection. The second water connection port 350 is for drawing water from and / or supplying water to the home appliance 10 after connecting to the first water connection port 150 of the home appliance 10.

[0092] Referring to Figures 2, 6, and 7, the identification unit of the smart cleaning device 300 and the positioning unit 337 of the home appliance 10 recognize each other, thereby precisely connecting the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 and the first water connection port 150 of the home appliance 10. The identification unit may be a laser radar or microwave radar, etc. The smart cleaning device 300 can accurately detect the position of the home appliance 10 using the laser radar or microwave radar. Controlling the precise connection between the smart cleaning device 300 and the home appliance 10 using a laser radar or microwave radar is a mature prior art and is widely used in smart cleaning devices 300 and cleaning base stations, so it will not be described here.

[0093] The first and second communication units may be wireless communication units. These wireless communication units are mature prior art and are widely used in fields such as vehicle monitoring, remote control, telemetry, small wireless networks, wireless meter reading, access control systems, on-site paging, industrial data acquisition systems, wireless tags, identity identification, contactless RF smart cards, small wireless data terminals, safety and fire prevention systems, wireless remote control systems, biosignal collection, hydrometeorological monitoring, and robot control, which will not be described here.

[0094] In another embodiment of this application, referring to Figures 2, 6, and 7, the home appliance 10 is a water exchange base station 200, and a cleaning device rechargeable battery (not shown) is installed inside the smart cleaning device 300. A charging unit 310 is installed on a second standard panel 340, and the cleaning device rechargeable battery and the charging unit 310 are electrically connected. The charging unit 310 is connected to the detection electrode plate 110 of the water exchange base station 200 to conduct electricity, and is configured to supply power to the pump of the water exchange base station 200 using the cleaning device rechargeable battery to operate the pump.

[0095] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2, 6, and 7, the second water connection port 350 of the smart cleaning device 300 includes a second purified water inlet 351 and a second wastewater outlet 352. A purified water tank 320 and a wastewater tank 330 are further installed inside the smart cleaning device 300, with the second purified water inlet 351 communicating with the purified water tank 320 and the second wastewater outlet 352 communicating with the wastewater tank 330.

[0096] Referring to Figures 2, 6, and 7, if the home appliance 10 is a water exchange base station 200, the second purified water inlet 351 is connected to the first purified water outlet 151 of the home appliance 10 to extract purified water from the home appliance 10. Specifically, purified water is supplied to the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 via the second purified water inlet 351 through the first purified water outlet 151 of the home appliance 10, thereby replenishing the smart cleaning device 300 with purified water. The second wastewater outlet 352 is connected to the first wastewater inlet 152 of the home appliance 10 to discharge wastewater from the home appliance 10. Specifically, wastewater is extracted from the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 via the second wastewater outlet 352 through the first wastewater inlet 152 of the home appliance 10, thereby discharging wastewater from the smart cleaning device 300.

[0097] Referring to Figures 2, 6, and 7, if the home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201 (for example, a dehumidifier), the second purified water inlet 351 is connected to the first light wastewater outlet 154 of the home appliance 10, and the light wastewater from the home appliance 10 is introduced into the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 via the first light wastewater outlet 154 and the second purified water inlet 351. The light wastewater introduced into the purified water tank 320 may be reused for floor wiping by the smart cleaning device 300, or it may be discharged from the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300 to the water exchange base station 200.

[0098] In another embodiment, referring to Figures 2, 6, and 9, the second water connection port 350 includes a second wastewater inlet 354. The second wastewater inlet 354 communicates with a wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300. The home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201 (e.g., a dehumidifier or a fish tank), and the second wastewater inlet 354 is connected to a first light wastewater outlet 154 of the home appliance 10, so that the wastewater tank 330 of the smart cleaning device 300 takes light wastewater from the home appliance 10 via the second wastewater inlet 354 and the first light wastewater outlet 154, thereby discharging the light wastewater from the home appliance 10. Alternatively, the second water connection port 350 includes a second light wastewater inlet, which communicates with a light wastewater tank of the smart cleaning device 300. The home appliance 10 is a water treatment device 201 (for example, a dehumidifier or a fish tank), the second light wastewater inlet is connected to the first light wastewater outlet 154 of the home appliance 10, and the light wastewater tank of the smart cleaning device 300 extracts light wastewater from the home appliance 10 via the second light wastewater inlet and the first light wastewater outlet 154, thereby discharging the light wastewater from the home appliance 10.

[0099] Furthermore, referring to Figures 2, 6, and 8, the second water connection port 350 includes a second purified water outlet 353. The second purified water outlet 353 communicates with the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300. The home appliance 10 is a water-using device 202 (for example, a humidifier or a fish tank), and the second purified water outlet 353 is connected to the first purified water inlet 155 of the home appliance 10, so that the purified water tank 320 of the smart cleaning device 300 supplies purified water to the home appliance 10 via the second purified water outlet 353 and the first purified water inlet 155 to replenish the water in the home appliance 10.

[0100] In the embodiments of this application, the first standard panel 120 and the second standard panel 340 are compatible panels, for example, a smart cleaning device 300 and a home appliance 10 that can be used in conjunction with each other and are provided by the same manufacturer. The shape, size, position, etc., of the panels do not necessarily have to conform to any specific standard.

[0101] Another embodiment of this application further provides a smart cleaning system. Referring to Figures 1 and 5, the smart cleaning system includes the above-described home appliance 10 and the above-described smart cleaning device 300. The home appliance 10 and the smart cleaning device 300 are automatically connected to perform water changes. The system further includes a cleaning base station, which is configured to supply power to the smart cleaning device 300, collect dust in the smart cleaning device 300, and may also automatically clean the mop of the smart cleaning device 300 according to specific needs.

[0102] Other parts of this embodiment are the same as those of the embodiments relating to the home appliance 10 and the smart cleaning device 300. Features not described in this embodiment can be found in the descriptions of the above embodiments and are therefore omitted here.

[0103] As shown in Figures 11 to 34, in some embodiments of this application (i.e., Embodiment 2), the water-using device 202 is a humidifier 100, which humidifies the indoor environment to increase the humidity in the room. In another embodiment, the humidifier 100 may further humidify outdoors to increase the humidity in the space near the humidifier 100.

[0104] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 11 and 15, the humidifier 100 includes a humidifier body 30 and a water tank device 90. The humidifier body 30 is configured to support or restrict the position of the water tank device 90. The water tank device 90 is configured to store purified water for increasing the humidity of the gas. Specifically, the humidifier body 30 is provided with a water storage chamber 911. Furthermore, the humidifier body 30 may consist of other components that support, house, or cover the humidifier 100.

[0105] As shown in Figures 16, 17, and 34, this application further provides a water tank device 90.

[0106] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the water tank device 90 includes a water tank body 91 and a flow guide member 92. The water tank body 91 is provided with a water storage chamber 911. The water tank body 91 has a water inlet 912 formed at the top of the water storage chamber 911, which is for injecting purified water. The flow guide member 92 has an inlet connection port 921 and an inlet 922, and the flow guide member 92 is further provided with a flow path that communicates with the inlet connection port 921 and the inlet 922, respectively. The inlet connection port 921 communicates with the liquid replenishment pump 20 of the humidifier 100. The flow path of the flow guide member 92 guides the purified water in the smart cleaning device 300 to flow from bottom to top through the inlet connection port 921 and into the water storage chamber 911 through the inlet 922.

[0107] Specifically, the water tank device 90 is removablely attached to the humidifier body 30 of the humidifier 100. When a user manually refills the water tank device 90 with purified water for humidification, the user removes the water tank device 90 from the humidifier body 30, places the water inlet 912 below the faucet, and allows the purified water to flow in through the water inlet 912. When the smart cleaning device 300 replenishes the purified water used in the humidifier 100, the inlet connection port 921 of the flow guide member 92 communicates with the end port of the liquid replenishment pump 20 of the humidifier 100, and the liquid replenishment pump 20 communicates with the smart cleaning device 300. The purified water contained in the smart cleaning device 300 flows from bottom to top via the flow guide member 92 and into the water storage chamber 911 through the inlet port 922. As a result, the water tank device 90 can automatically introduce the purified water contained in the smart cleaning device 300 while it is placed on the humidifier body 30. This eliminates the need for the user to remove the water tank device 90 and manually pour purified water into the humidifier 100, saving labor and contributing to an improved user experience.

[0108] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 13 to 15, the humidifier 100 further includes a liquid replenishment pump 20 installed in the humidifier body 30, the first outlet 21 of the liquid replenishment pump 20 communicating with the inlet connection port 921, and the first inlet 22 of the liquid replenishment pump 20 communicating with the smart cleaning device 300. Specifically, when the liquid replenishment pump 20 is working, the first inlet 22 is under negative pressure, which allows the first inlet 22 to draw in purified water contained in the smart cleaning device 300, and the first outlet 21 to send the purified water from bottom to top into the water storage chamber 911. Therefore, purified water can be replenished in the water storage chamber 911 without the water tank device 90 being separated from the humidifier body 30, and there is no need to transport the water storage container.

[0109] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 11 and 12, a connection surface 33 is provided on the outside of the humidifier body 30, and at least a portion of the connection surface 33 abuts against the smart cleaning device 300 for connection with the smart cleaning device 300.

[0110] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 11 to 13, the humidifier 100 includes a first purified water inlet 155, which communicates with a water storage chamber 911. When the first purified water inlet 155 is connected to the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300, the first purified water inlet 155 guides the purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 to the water tank device 90. More specifically, the first purified water inlet 155 is configured to connect to the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300 to guide the purified water to the water storage chamber 911.

[0111] In one embodiment, as shown in Figure 12, the first purified water inlet 155 is provided on the connection surface 33. In some embodiments, the first purified water inlet 155 is an organ-type connection port component, and in other embodiments, the first purified water inlet 155 may be a connection port component of another shape, and the shape of the first purified water inlet 155 is not specifically limited. In some embodiments, the first purified water inlet 155 is located near the bottom of the humidifier body 30, and in other embodiments, the first purified water inlet 155 may be provided at another location on the humidifier body 30.

[0112] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 11 and 12, the humidifier 100 further comprises a detection electrode plate 110 connected to a connection surface 33 and a control unit electrically connected to the detection electrode plate 110. The liquid replenishment pump 20 functions as a fluid drive member and is configured to generate a fluid suction force on the purified water. When the detection electrode plate 110 and the smart cleaning device 300 are electrically connected, the control unit triggers the operation of the liquid replenishment pump 20 to pump the purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 and send it to the water storage chamber 911. If the water storage chamber 911 of the humidifier 100 is filled with purified water or the purified water in the purified water tank inside the smart cleaning device 300 is depleted, the control unit may control the operation of the liquid replenishment pump 20 to stop, and the smart cleaning device 300 may, under the control of its internal control unit, automatically move away from the humidifier 100 and return to its designated position or replenish the purified water tank inside again, and then move to the humidifier 100 repeatedly as needed to automatically replenish the humidifier 100 with water.

[0113] Specifically, the test electrode plates 110 are installed in pairs. As shown in Figures 11 and 34, the charging units 310 are installed in pairs on the outside of the smart cleaning device 300, and the charging units 310 are connected to the test electrode plates 110 in close contact on a one-to-one basis. In some embodiments, a conductor or power supply member is connected between the two test electrode plates 110, and another conductor or power supply member is also connected between the two charging units 310. When the control unit detects the presence of voltage or electric charge between the test electrode plates 110, it can be determined that the test electrode plates 110 and the smart cleaning device 300 are electrically connected.

[0114] In some embodiments, it is not necessary to separately install a charging connector on the humidifier 100, as the detection electrode plate 110 itself can function as a charging connector. When the detection electrode plate 110 is connected to the smart cleaning device 300, the detection electrode plate 110 transmits electrical energy to the smart cleaning device 300.

[0115] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 15, the first suction port 22 of the liquid replenishment pump 20 communicates with the first purified water inlet 155, and the first discharge port 21 of the liquid replenishment pump 20 communicates with the water storage chamber 911. When the liquid replenishment pump 20 is working, the first purified water inlet 155 is under negative pressure, and the first purified water inlet 155 draws in purified water to be stored in the smart cleaning device 300, and the first discharge port 21 sends the purified water from bottom to top to the water storage chamber 911. In some embodiments, a pipeline is connected between the first suction port 22 and the first purified water inlet 155 of the liquid replenishment pump 20. Another pipeline is connected between the first discharge port 21 and the water storage chamber 911. In another embodiment, the first suction port 22 and the first purified water inlet 155 of the liquid replenishment pump 20 may be directly connected. Alternatively, the first outlet 21 of the liquid replenishment pump 20 is directly connected to the connection port of the water storage chamber 911. In some embodiments, the liquid replenishment pump 20 is equipped with a backflow prevention structure at the first inlet 22 to prevent purified water from flowing back from the inside of the liquid replenishment pump 20 to the outside of the first inlet 22. In some other embodiments, the liquid replenishment pump 20 is equipped with a backflow prevention structure at the first outlet 21 to prevent purified water from flowing back from the outside of the first outlet 21 to the liquid replenishment pump 20.

[0116] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 15, the humidifier 100 further includes a pipe fitting 25 and a liquid replenishment conduit 23. The pipe fitting 25 includes a first pipe section 26 and a second pipe section 27, the first pipe section 26 and the second pipe section 27 communicating with each other and installed so that they form an angle. The first pipe section 26 is connected to a first purified water inlet 155. The second pipe section 27 communicates with a first suction port 22 of a liquid replenishment pump 20 via the liquid replenishment conduit 23. Specifically, because the first pipe section 26 and the second pipe section 27 form a certain angle, the internal flow space can be stably maintained. By adjusting the flow direction of purified water using the pipe fitting 25, clogging caused by excessive bending of the liquid replenishment conduit 23 within the limited internal space of the humidifier body 30 can be prevented. The liquid replenishment conduit 23 is a pipeline connected between the first inlet 22 and the first purified water inlet 155 of the liquid replenishment pump 20.

[0117] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 14 and 15, the humidifier 100 further includes a fixed joint 24, which communicates with a first outlet 21 of the liquid replenishment pump 20. A first support surface 32 is provided within the humidifier body 30. The fixed joint 24 is installed on the first support surface 32 and is sealed to the inlet connection port 921 of the flow guide member 92. Specifically, by installing the fixed joint 24 connected to the humidifier body 30, when the water tank device 90 contacts the first support surface 32 in the humidifier body 30, the fixed joint 24 can be used to connect to the inlet connection port 921 of the flow guide member 92, thereby enabling communication between the flow guide member 92 and the first purified water inlet 155. With the fixed joint 24 and the inlet connection port 921 of the flow guide member 92 sealed to each other, it is possible to prevent purified water from leaking from the outer circumference of the fixed joint 24. In one embodiment, the inner peripheral edge of the introduction connection port 921 is sealed and abuts against the outer circumference of the fixed joint 24.

[0118] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 14, a projection edge 321 is connected to a first support surface 32, the projection edge 321 is provided so as to protrude from the first support surface 32, and the projection edge 321 surrounds at least a portion of the outer circumference of the fixed joint 24. Specifically, if a small amount of purified water unintentionally flows from the fixed joint 24 to the first support surface 32, the projection edge 321 protrudes from the first support surface 32, thereby restricting the uncontrolled flow of purified water and preventing the purified water from affecting the humidifier body 30 or other components.

[0119] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 11 and 12, the humidifier 100 further includes a positioning structure 335. The positioning structure 335 is installed on the connection surface 33 and is for alignment with the smart cleaning device 300. When the positioning structure 335 and the smart cleaning device 300 are aligned, the first purified water inlet 155 and the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300 are connected, allowing the purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 to be transferred to the water storage chamber 911.

[0120] Specifically, the humidifier 100 increases humidity by releasing purified water from the water storage chamber 911 into the ambient air. The smart cleaning device 300 has a container that can transport purified water and is slidable on the ground by components such as wheels. The second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300 is connected to the first purified water inlet 155 on the outside of the humidifier body 30. A fluid suction force is generated by a fluid drive component in the humidifier 100 or the smart cleaning device 300, thereby transferring purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 to the water storage chamber 911 via the second purified water outlet 353 and the first purified water inlet 155. Since the second purified water outlet 353 and the first purified water inlet 155 are located at the same height, the smart cleaning device 300 can be automatically moved horizontally to connect the second purified water outlet 353 and the first purified water inlet 155. This eliminates the need to lift the water container or manually refill it multiple times, thereby improving the user experience of the humidifier 100.

[0121] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 11 and 12, several positioning structures 335 are installed on the connection surface 33, with two of these positioning structures 335 installed on both sides of the first purified water inlet 155, and both positioning connection ports 156 on both sides of the first purified water inlet 155 are connected to the smart cleaning device 300. As a result, both sides of the first purified water inlet 155 are subject to positional constraints by the positioning structures 335, and therefore the first purified water inlet 155 can be reliably connected to the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300.

[0122] Furthermore, utilizing a certain level of detection and control mechanism, when the smart cleaning device 300 is full or the humidifier 100 needs to be refilled with water, the control device of the smart cleaning device 300 controls its internal drive unit to automatically move to the vicinity of the humidifier 100 and automatically refill the humidifier 100 with purified water.

[0123] In some embodiments, the shape of the connection surface 33 corresponds to the shape of the outer wall surface 358 near the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300. Specifically, after the first purified water inlet 155 and the second purified water outlet 353 are connected, at least a portion of the connection surface 33 is in close contact with the outer wall surface 358 near the second purified water outlet 353. Because the shape of the connection surface 33 corresponds to the shape of the outer wall surface 358 near the second purified water outlet 353, at least a portion of the connection surface 33 is in close contact with the outer wall surface 358 near the second purified water outlet 353, thereby enabling the smart cleaning device 300 to be stably maintained relative to the humidifier body 30 of the humidifier 100.

[0124] In some embodiments, the connection surface 33 has an inwardly recessed shape that can be in close contact with a portion of the outer circumferential surface of the smart cleaning device 300, thereby allowing the smart cleaning device 300 to be maintained in a predetermined position relative to the humidifier body 30. In some embodiments, the connection surface 33 has a concave arc shape, and in other embodiments, it may have other shapes such as a concave groove shape. Specifically, when the first purified water inlet 155 is located near the middle of the connection surface 33, the portions on both sides of the connection surface 33 can act as guides for the smart cleaning device 300.

[0125] In some embodiments, the positioning structure 335 is a positioning groove configured to accommodate a position-limiting protrusion block of the smart cleaning device 300. Specifically, the position-limiting protrusion block is located near the second purified water outlet 353. The positioning groove can serve a positioning role between the humidifier body 30 and the smart cleaning device 300 if it is just large enough to accommodate the position-limiting protrusion block.

[0126] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 11 and 12, the positioning structure 335 is a positioning block that is inserted into a position limiting groove 357 of the smart cleaning device 300. Specifically, the position limiting groove 357 is located near the second purified water outlet 353 and is sized to accommodate the positioning block. Furthermore, when the positioning structure 335 is a positioning block, the diameter of the end of the positioning block that is spaced away from the humidifier body 30 is smaller than the diameter of the end that is close to the humidifier body 30. The end of the positioning block that is spaced away from the humidifier body 30 is the outer end, and the end of the positioning block that is close to the humidifier body 30 is the inner end. When the outer end of the positioning block attempts to enter the opening of the position limiting groove 357, because the diameter of the outer end of the positioning block is smaller than the diameter of the inner end, even if there is a relatively large misalignment between the center of the outer end of the positioning block and the center of the opening of the position limiting groove 357, as long as the outer edge of the positioning block is located within the area defined by the opening edge of the position limiting groove 357, it can be guaranteed that the outer end of the positioning block will smoothly enter the opening of the position limiting groove 357.

[0127] In some embodiments, among several positioning structures 335, at least one is a positioning groove, and at least one other positioning structure 335 is a positioning block.

[0128] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 11 and 12, the humidifier 100 further includes a positioning unit 337 installed on the connection surface 33. The positioning unit 337 can transmit a positioning signal that can guide the smart cleaning device 300 to approach the connection surface 33. Specifically, the smart cleaning device 300 can receive the positioning signal at at least one angle, and when the smart cleaning device 300 receives the positioning signal, it determines its relative orientation to the humidifier 100 based on the direction of the source of the positioning signal. The smart cleaning device 300 then automatically approaches the humidifier 100 based on the relative orientation, thereby contributing to the realization of automatic alignment guidance between the smart cleaning device 300 and the humidifier 100.

[0129] In some embodiments, the positioning signal is an infrared signal. The positioning unit 337 transmits positioning signals in multiple directions from the transmission point, so that the smart cleaning device 300 can receive positioning signals at different locations. In other embodiments, the smart cleaning device 300 may determine the location of the humidifier 100 using a pre-stored map or the like.

[0130] In some embodiments, the humidifier 100 is connected to a commercial power supply, and the humidifier 100 further includes a charging connector installed on the connection surface 33. The charging connector is configured to connect to the smart cleaning device 300 and transmit electrical energy. Specifically, when the humidifier 100 is electrically connected to the power supply, the humidifier 100 can output electrical energy to the smart cleaning device 300 via the charging connector. More specifically, an energy storage component is installed within the smart cleaning device 300, and the energy storage component can intermittently replenish electrical energy via the charging connector, thereby allowing the smart cleaning device 300 to operate continuously. In one embodiment, the energy storage component is a lithium battery. In some embodiments, when the smart cleaning device 300 sends purified water to the water storage chamber 911, the charging connector outputs electrical energy to the energy storage component simultaneously or intermittently.

[0131] In some other embodiments, the humidifier 100 is not connected to a commercial power source, and the smart cleaning device 300 has a corresponding replenishment means in the operating environment. After the smart cleaning device 300 moves to the replenishment means, the replenishment means increases the amount of electricity in the energy storage component by transmitting electrical energy to the smart cleaning device 300 via a wired or wireless method. In one embodiment, if the smart cleaning device 300 is a cleaning robot, the replenishment means is installed in a cleaning base station connected to a commercial power source, and the cleaning robot can automatically send the garbage collected by cleaning to a dust collection bucket or dust collection bag in the base station, and can also replenish electrical energy by the replenishment means in the cleaning base station. The smart cleaning device 300 transmits electrical energy from the energy storage component to the humidifier 100 via a charging connector, and the humidifier 100 can replenish electrical energy and operate continuously. In some embodiments, when the smart cleaning device 300 sends purified water to the water storage chamber 911, the charging connector simultaneously receives electrical energy from the energy storage component.

[0132] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 18 and 21, the humidifier 100 further includes an outer cover 34 that is detachably connected to the connection surface 33 and covers the connection surface 33. Specifically, by installing the detachable outer cover 34, when the humidifier 100 does not need to be refilled with purified water through the first purified water inlet 155, the outer cover 34 covers the connection surface 33 and the first purified water inlet 155, protecting the first purified water inlet 155 and the positioning structure 335, and further improving the aesthetic appearance.

[0133] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 21, a handle structure 342 is provided on the outer cover 34. The handle structure 342 is provided on the bottom of the outer cover 34 and is for removing the outer cover 34 from the connecting surface 33. In one embodiment, the handle structure 342 is a groove that can be hooked with a finger, and one wall surface of the groove faces the connecting surface 33. By hooking the user's finger onto this wall surface of the groove and applying a force to the wall surface that separates it from the connecting surface 33, the outer cover 34 can be detached from the connecting surface 33. Furthermore, the opening of the groove that can be hooked with a finger is provided facing downwards, so that the outer surface of the outer cover 34 is formed as a flat surface, which can contribute to improving the aesthetic appearance of the outer cover 34.

[0134] In another embodiment, the handle structure 342 is provided protruding from the outer surface of the outer lid 34, and the user can grasp the handle structure 342 with their hand and apply a tensile force to the outer lid 34 that separates it from the connecting surface 33, thereby detaching the outer lid 34 from the connecting surface 33.

[0135] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 19 and 21, several elastic support portions 341 are connected to the side of the outer cover 34 facing the connecting surface 33. The elastic support portions 341 are for contacting the connecting surface 33. Specifically, along the relative direction between the outer cover 34 and the connecting surface 33, the extension length of the elastic support portions 341 corresponds to the relative distance between the outer cover 34 and the connecting surface 33, and when the outer surface of the outer cover 34 is subjected to impact, the elastic support portions 341 contact the connecting surface 33, thereby preventing the outer cover 34 from tearing due to excessive deformation. In some embodiments, the extension length of the elastic support portions 341 is equal to or slightly less than the distance between the outer cover 34 and the connecting surface 33.

[0136] In some embodiments, the connecting surface 33 is provided with either a first engagement block 343 or a first engagement groove 332, and the inner wall of the outer cover 34 is provided with the other of the first engagement block 343 or the first engagement groove 332, and the engagement of the first engagement block 343 and the first engagement groove 332 makes it possible to achieve a removable connection between the outer cover 34 and the connecting surface 33.

[0137] In one embodiment, as shown in Figures 19 and 21, a first engagement block 343 is provided on the inner wall of the outer cover 34, and a first engagement groove 332 is provided on the connecting surface 33. By engaging the first engagement block 343 into the first engagement groove 332, the outer cover 34 can be removably connected to the connecting surface 33, and the outer surface of the outer cover 34 can be kept in a flatter state.

[0138] In another embodiment, a first engagement block 343 is provided on the connecting surface 33, and a first engagement groove 332 is provided on the inner wall of the outer cover 34. By engaging the first engagement block 343 into the first engagement groove 332, a removable connection between the outer cover 34 and the connecting surface 33 can be achieved.

[0139] In some embodiments, one of the second engagement block 344 or the second engagement groove 333 is provided on the humidifier body 30 at a location close to the connection surface 33, and the other of the second engagement block 344 or the second engagement groove 333 is provided on the top end of the outer cover 34, and the engagement of the second engagement block 344 and the second engagement groove 333 aligns the edge of the top end of the outer cover 34 with the surface of the humidifier body 30 at a location close to the connection surface 33.

[0140] In one embodiment, as shown in Figures 19 and 21, a second engagement groove 333 is provided on the humidifier body 30 near the connection surface 33, and a second engagement block 344 is provided on the top edge of the outer cover 34. By inserting the second engagement block 344 into the second engagement groove 333, the shape of the edge of the top edge of the outer cover 34 is ensured to correspond to the shape of the edge of the humidifier body 30 near the connection surface 33. This ensures a smooth connection between the outer surface of the outer cover 34 and the humidifier body 30 near the connection surface 33, preventing the outer cover 34 from being aligned with the outer surface of the humidifier body 30 due to manufacturing errors. Furthermore, several second engagement blocks 344 are distributed along the edge of the top edge of the outer cover 34, and several second engagement grooves 333 are distributed along the edge of the humidifier body 30 near the connection surface 33.

[0141] In one embodiment, a second engagement groove 333 is provided at the top of the outer cover 34, and a second engagement block 344 is provided at a location on the humidifier body 30 close to the connection surface 33. By inserting the second engagement block 344 into the second engagement groove 333, it is possible to ensure that the shape of the edge at the top of the outer cover 34 corresponds to the shape of the edge at the location on the humidifier body 30 close to the connection surface 33.

[0142] In some embodiments, a second engagement block 344 or second engagement groove 333 and handle structure 342 for a removable connection may be installed at the top and bottom ends of the outer cover 34, respectively, or at both the left and right ends depending on the specific situation, thereby allowing for easy operation by the user.

[0143] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 22 to 24, the humidifier 100 includes a humidifier body 30, a tank structure 40, a filtration assembly 50, a flow guide structure 60, and a liquid supply pump 43. The tank structure 40 is built into the humidifier body 30 and has a water tank 41 which stores purified water. The filtration assembly 50 is located at least partly above the water tank 41 and includes a filtration supporter 51 and a filtration net structure 52 connected to the filtration supporter 51. The flow guide structure 60 is configured to distribute the purified water in the water tank 41 to different locations on the filtration net structure 52. The liquid supply pump 43 communicates with the flow guide structure 60 and, when working, sends the purified water in the water tank 41 from bottom to top via the flow guide structure 60 to the filtration net structure 52, and, when not working, prevents the filtration net structure 52 from coming into contact with the purified water contained in the water tank 41.

[0144] Specifically, under working conditions, purified water flows along the water tank 41 around the liquid supply pump 43, causing the impeller in the liquid supply pump 43 to rotate. After the purified water surrounding the liquid supply pump 43 enters the liquid supply pump 43, it flows into the flow guide structure 60 under pressure from the impeller. The purified water rises along the flow guide structure 60 to a height higher than the upper edge of the filter net structure 52, and then falls onto the filter net structure 52 from multiple dispersed positions, allowing the filter net structure 52 to be uniformly moistened. Under non-working conditions, the filter net structure 52 and the storage space in the water tank 41 that stores the purified water are isolated from each other, so the filter net structure 52 and the purified water stored in the water tank 41 do not come into contact, preventing bacteria from growing on the filter net structure 52 due to the purified water constantly coming into contact with it, thus preventing the humidifier 100 from being used for a long period of time with bacteria on the filter net, and reducing harm to the human body.

[0145] In some embodiments, the first purified water inlet 155 is used to guide the purified water from the smart cleaning device 300 into the water tank 41 by connecting it to the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300. Specifically, the second purified water outlet 353 is provided on the outer surface of the smart cleaning device 300. When the smart cleaning device 300 is positioned in a predetermined location relative to the humidifier body 30, the first purified water inlet 155 can be accurately connected to the second purified water outlet 353 of the smart cleaning device 300. The purified water in the smart cleaning device 300 flows into the water tank 41 via the second purified water outlet 353 and the first purified water inlet 155, thereby replenishing the water tank 41 with purified water. Therefore, by utilizing a certain level of detection and control mechanism, if a relatively large amount of purified water in the water tank 41 is consumed and it is necessary to replenish the purified water in the humidifier 100, or if the smart cleaning device 300 is full, the smart cleaning device 300 will automatically move near the humidifier 100 by its internal drive unit and replenish the purified water in the water tank 41, thereby enabling the humidifier 100 to operate continuously.

[0146] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 22 and 23, a side opening 35 is provided outside the humidifier body 30, which allows the tank structure 40 to enter the internal space of the humidifier body 30. Furthermore, the tank structure 40, along with the filtration assembly 50 and the flow guide structure 60, is installed inside the humidifier body 30 through the side opening 35. The humidifier 100 further includes a side housing that is detachably connected to the humidifier body 30, which covers the side opening 35.

[0147] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 23 and 32, the filter supporter 51 and the part of the water tank 41 that contains purified water are isolated from each other. This prevents the purified water from constantly coming into contact with the surface of the filter supporter 51, prevents purified water from remaining on the surface of the filter supporter 51, and keeps the surface of the filter supporter 51 relatively dry after prolonged use of the humidifier 100.

[0148] In one embodiment, the lower end of the filter supporter 51 is higher than the highest liquid level of the amount of purified water that can be contained in the tank 41. Specifically, because the lower end of the filter supporter 51 is higher than the highest liquid level of the amount of purified water that can be contained, even if the purified water leaks and flows horizontally, it will not come into contact with the filter supporter 51, thereby ensuring that the filter supporter 51 and the purified water in the tank 41 are isolated from each other.

[0149] In some embodiments, the filter net structure 52 and the part of the water tank 41 that contains purified water are isolated from each other. Specifically, by isolating the filter net structure 52 from the part of the water tank 41 that contains purified water, the purified water is not constantly in contact with the filter net structure 52, preventing bacteria from growing on the filter net structure 52, thus preventing the humidifier 100 from being used for a long period of time with bacteria on the filter net, and reducing harm to the human body.

[0150] In one embodiment, the lower end of the filter net structure 52 is higher than the highest liquid level of the amount of purified water that can be contained in the tank 41. Specifically, because the lower end of the filter net structure 52 is higher than the highest liquid level of the amount of purified water that can be contained, even if the purified water leaks and flows horizontally, it will not come into contact with the filter net structure 52, thereby ensuring that the filter net structure 52 and the purified water in the tank 41 are isolated from each other.

[0151] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 24 and 32, a second support surface 42 adjacent to the water tank 41 is provided within the tank structure 40. The height of the second support surface 42 is greater than or equal to the upper edge of the water tank 41. Specifically, when used normally, the maximum liquid level is less than or equal to the upper edge of the water tank 41. In one embodiment, in order to improve the stability of the support of the second support surface 42, the length of the second support surface 42 is greater than the length of the opening of the water tank 41.

[0152] In some embodiments, the second support surface 42 is configured to support the lower end of the filter supporter 51, thereby ensuring that the lower end of the filter supporter 51 is higher than the highest liquid level of the amount of purified water that can be contained in the tank 41, and preventing contact between the filter supporter 51 and the purified water in the tank 41. In some embodiments, the second support surface 42 supports the lower end of the filter net structure 52, thereby ensuring that the lower end of the filter net structure 52 is higher than the highest liquid level of the amount of purified water that can be contained in the tank 41, and preventing contact between the filter net structure 52 and the purified water in the tank 41.

[0153] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 24 and 27, the filter net structure 52 is installed so as to surround the outer circumference of the filter supporter 51. The filter net structure 52 has multiple gaps through which airflow can pass. In some embodiments, the humidifier body 30 has a frame-like shape, which makes it easy to attach and detach the filter assembly 50 or the tank structure 40.

[0154] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 24 and 32, the liquid supply pump 43 is housed in the water tank 41. The second outlet 44 of the liquid supply pump 43 is detachably connected to the flow guide structure 60. Specifically, since the liquid supply pump 43 is housed in the water tank 41, on the one hand, it prevents the liquid supply pump 43 from occupying any more space, improving the compactness of the humidifier 100, and on the other hand, it helps to keep the second intake of the liquid supply pump 43 below the liquid level, immersing the second intake in purified water and ensuring that the liquid supply pump 43 reliably draws in purified water. Since the second outlet 44 of the liquid supply pump 43 is detachably connected to the flow guide structure 60, the liquid supply pump 43 and the flow guide structure 60 can be separated more easily, making it easier to clean the tank structure 40 and the liquid supply pump 43 separately.

[0155] In some embodiments, purified water in the tank structure 40 is pumped up to the top of the filter net structure 52 by the liquid supply pump 43, and then falls onto the filter net structure 52, wetting the filter net structure 52.

[0156] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 25 and 26, the flow guide structure 60 includes a flow channel plate 61, which is configured to disperse the purified water. Specifically, by dispersing the purified water with the flow channel plate 61, the purified water can flow to multiple locations in the filter net structure 52, contributing to uniform wetting of the entire filter net structure 52 and improving the efficiency of humidification.

[0157] In some embodiments, the flow channel plate 61 is connected to the filter supporter 51 in an integral structure, thereby ensuring a secure connection between the flow channel plate 61 and the filter supporter 51 and contributing to improved structural stability of the filter supporter 51. In some other embodiments, the flow channel plate 61 is a separate structure from the filter supporter 51 and connected to the filter supporter 51. After separating the flow channel plate 61 from the filter supporter 51, the filter net structure 52 can be attached to the filter supporter 51 from top to bottom, thereby providing more options for the mounting method between the filter net structure 52 and the filter supporter 51.

[0158] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 24 and 27, the filter supporter 51 is in contact with the inner circumference of the filter net structure 52, and the flow channel plate 61 is installed at the top of the filter supporter 51, with at least a portion of it protruding outward from the filter supporter 51. Specifically, because the filter net structure 52 has a certain degree of contractility, after installing the filter net structure 52 so as to surround the outer circumference of the filter supporter 51, the filter supporter 51 can be brought into contact with the inner circumference of the filter net structure 52, thereby maintaining the filter net structure 52 in a state with a relatively large circumference, and ensuring the airflow passage area of ​​the filter net structure 52. When the flow channel plate 61 is installed at the top of the filter supporter 51, the height requirement of the filter supporter 51 can be reduced as much as possible, and it is ensured that the flow channel plate 61 is higher than the filter net structure 52, so that purified water can fall from the flow channel plate 61 to the filter net structure 52. Furthermore, since the filtration net structure 52 is located on the outer circumference side of the filtration supporter 51, and at least a portion of the flow path plate 61 protrudes outward from the filtration supporter 51, the flow path plate 61 can cause purified water to fall from directly above the filtration net structure 52.

[0159] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 25 and 26, the flow channel plate 61 is provided with through holes 614 that penetrate the flow channel plate 61 vertically, and several through holes 614 are distributed at intervals from one another, thereby distributing the purified water to different locations on the filter net structure 52. Specifically, when the purified water flows over the flow channel plate 61, the purified water passes through the flow channel plate 61 through the through holes 614 under the influence of gravity. Since several through holes 614 correspond to different locations on the filter net structure 52, each part of the filter net structure 52 can come into contact with the falling purified water, thereby uniformly wetting the filter net structure 52 and contributing to improved humidification efficiency.

[0160] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 26 and 27, the flow guide structure 60 further includes a liquid supply pipe 62. One end of the liquid supply pipe 62 is connected to the second outlet 44 of the liquid supply pump 43, and the other end is connected to the flow path plate 61. Specifically, the liquid supply pipe 62 extends longitudinally between the second outlet 44 of the liquid supply pump 43 and the flow path plate 61, thereby guiding the purified water and allowing it to flow from bottom to top onto the flow path plate 61. In one embodiment, one end of the liquid supply pipe 62 and the second outlet 44 of the liquid supply pump 43 are connected so as to be inserted into each other.

[0161] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 25 and 26, an inner channel 611 and an outer channel 612 are formed in a flow channel plate 61, with the outer channel 612 surrounding the outer circumference of the inner channel 611, and the flow channel plate 61 has a rib 613 separating the outer channel 612 and the inner channel 611. Several notches 615 are provided at intervals on the upper edge of the rib 613, and the notches 615 are for connecting the inner channel 611 and the outer channel 612 to allow purified water to pass through.

[0162] In one embodiment, as shown in Figures 24 to 26, the outer channel 612 communicates with the second outlet 44 of the liquid supply pump 43, and the inner channel 611 communicates with several through holes 614. Specifically, the other end of the liquid supply pipe 62 is inserted into the flow path plate 61 and communicates with the outer channel 612. When the liquid level in the outer channel 612 rises above the lower edge of the notch 615, purified water enters the inner channel 611 at different positions through each notch 615. Since the multiple through holes 614 are distributed at intervals along the inner channel 611, purified water entering the inner channel 611 from any notch 615 passes through the flow path plate 61 via the nearest through hole 614, thereby allowing the purified water to fall uniformly to each position in the filtration net structure 52. In one embodiment, the notches 615 are uniformly distributed at intervals along the outer circumference of the inner channel 611. Furthermore, at least one notch 615 corresponds to every two through holes 614. More specifically, the notches 615 are provided between the two through holes 614 along the outer circumference of the internal waterway 611.

[0163] In another embodiment, as shown in Figures 26 and 27, the internal water channel 611 communicates with the second outlet 44 of the liquid supply pump 43, and the external water channel 612 communicates with several through holes 614. Specifically, the other end of the liquid supply pipe 62 is inserted into the flow path plate 61 and communicates with the internal water channel 611. When the liquid level in the internal water channel 611 rises above the lower edge of the notches 615, purified water enters the external water channel 612 at different positions through each notch 615. Multiple through holes 614 are distributed at intervals along the external water channel 612.

[0164] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 25 and 26, the flow channel plate 61 includes a bottom wall 616, an inner wall 617 connected to the bottom wall 616, and an outer wall 618 connected to the bottom wall 616. Ribs 613 are provided at intervals around the inner wall 617 along the outer circumference, and the ribs 613 and the inner wall 617 form the outer boundary and inner boundary of the inner channel 611, respectively. An outer wall 618 is provided at intervals around the ribs 613 along the outer circumference, and the outer wall 618 and the ribs 613 form the outer boundary and inner boundary of the outer channel 612, respectively.

[0165] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 25 and 27, the flow guide structure 60 further includes a cover plate 63 connected to the flow channel plate 61, the cover plate 63 forming the upper boundary between the inner channel 611 and the outer channel 612. Specifically, by using the cover plate 63 to form the upper boundary between the inner channel 611 and the outer channel 612, it is possible to prevent the purified water from overflowing from the edge of the flow channel plate 61 under the driving force of the liquid supply pump 43. Furthermore, a relatively sealed space is formed between the cover plate 63 and the flow channel plate 61, thereby driving the purified water to flow through the through hole 614 and increasing the velocity at which the purified water flows through the through hole 614.

[0166] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 18, the humidifier 100 further includes a drive unit 381 connected to the humidifier body 30. The drive unit 381 is configured to supply power to the liquid supply pump 43 to drive and operate it. Specifically, the drive unit 381 rotates the impeller in the liquid supply pump 43 with a non-contact driving force.

[0167] In some embodiments, the drive unit 381 is electrically connected to a signal source. The signal source is configured to adjust the drive unit 381. In some embodiments, the drive unit 381 is electrically connected to a power supply, which supplies electrical energy to the drive unit 381.

[0168] In some embodiments, the drive unit 381 operates the fluid supply pump 43 by transmitting a magnetic field. In one embodiment, the fluid supply pump 43 is a wireless pump and has a magnet connected to an impeller inside the fluid supply pump 43, and the drive unit 381 transmits an alternatingly changing magnetic field to the magnet, causing the magnet to rotate the impeller under magnetic force. In another embodiment, the fluid supply pump 43 has a receiving coil, and the drive unit 381 transmits an alternatingly changing magnetic field to the magnet, causing the coil to induce and generate electrical energy under magnetic field action, and this electrical energy rotates the impeller according to the motor principle. In some embodiments, the drive unit 381 includes a coil body. More specifically, the drive unit 381 is located directly below the fluid supply pump 43.

[0169] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 18 and 23, the humidifier 100 further includes a bottom cover 38, and the bottom cover 38 and the humidifier body 30 form a space for housing the tank structure 40. Furthermore, the bottom cover 38 forms the lower edge of the side opening 35.

[0170] In one embodiment, the drive unit 381 is connected to the bottom side of the bottom cover 38. In another embodiment, the drive unit 381 is housed inside the bottom cover 38, thereby providing waterproof protection to the drive unit 381 using the bottom cover 38.

[0171] The liquid supply pump 43 is a wireless pump, and motion is driven by a non-contact driving force with the drive unit 381, eliminating the need for direct connection. The liquid supply pump 43 does not need to be connected to a signal source or power supply, and the removal of the liquid supply pump 43 is not affected by cables. The liquid supply pump 43 can be removed from the humidifier body 30 together with the tank structure 40 for cleaning, thereby allowing for the timely removal of bacteria or residual dirt that may have grown due to the storage of purified water.

[0172] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 29 and 32, the humidifier 100 includes a humidifier body 30, a fan assembly 80, a filtration assembly 50, a tank structure 40, and a heating component 70. The humidifier 100 is provided with an air passage 36, which connects the air intake 361 and exhaust 362 of the humidifier 100. The fan assembly 80 is installed inside the humidifier body 30 and is configured to send airflow through the air passage 36. The filtration assembly 50 is installed in the air passage 36 and is configured to filter and humidify the airflow. The tank structure 40 is installed inside the humidifier body 30 and is configured to supply liquid to the filtration assembly 50. The heating component 70 is installed in the air passage 36 and is located downstream of the filtration assembly 50 and upstream of the fan assembly 80 along the airflow direction and is configured to heat the airflow passing through the filtration assembly 50.

[0173] Specifically, when the humidifier 100 is activated, the fan assembly 80 is activated, causing airflow to flow along the air passage 36 between the intake port 361 and exhaust port 362 of the humidifier 100, creating negative pressure at the intake port 361, and allowing airflow from outside the humidifier 100 to flow in through the intake port 361. Since the tank structure 40 supplies liquid to the filtration assembly 50, the filtration assembly 50 is in a humid state. Furthermore, because the filtration assembly 50 is located in the air passage 36, after passing through the filtration assembly 50, the humidity of the airflow increases and the temperature decreases. After the airflow leaves the exhaust port 362 and reaches the external environment of the humidifier 100, it can increase the humidity of the environment surrounding the humidifier 100. The heating component 70 releases heat to the surroundings within the air passage 36, and because the heating component 70 is located downstream of the filtration assembly 50 and upstream of the fan assembly 80 along the airflow direction, the airflow comes into contact with the heating component 70 and absorbs the heat generated by the heating component 70, causing its temperature to rise. The airflow is thoroughly mixed as it passes through the fan assembly 80, improving the stability and uniformity of the airflow. Because the temperature of the airflow can rise when it leaves the exhaust port 362 of the humidifier 100, the temperature of the external environment outside the humidifier 100 does not drop excessively, and the user does not feel cold when using the humidifier 100.

[0174] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 32, the airflow direction in the air passage 36 is indicated by path S1.

[0175] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 12 and 19, the humidifier 100 further includes a ventilation plate 37, which is removable and installed on at least two sides of the humidifier body 30 and covers at least two sides of the humidifier body 30, with an air intake 361 provided on the ventilation plate 37. Specifically, the ventilation plate 37 is breathable, and by covering the humidifier body 30 with the ventilation plate 37, the filtration assembly 50 is protected, ventilation is maintained, and external airflow can enter the humidifier body 30.

[0176] In some other embodiments, a ventilation plate 37 is installed on the humidifier body 30, that is, the ventilation plate 37 is a component of the humidifier body 30, and the air intake port 361 is provided on the ventilation plate 37. By covering at least both sides of the humidifier body 30 with the ventilation plate 37, the area of ​​the air intake port 361 can be increased. In one embodiment, two adjacent sides of the humidifier body 30 are covered with the ventilation plate 37. In some embodiments, the ventilation plate 37 can be used instead of the side housing.

[0177] In some embodiments, a single notch is provided in the humidifier body 30 to serve as an air intake port 361.

[0178] In some embodiments, the inside of the ventilation plate 37 and the filter net structure 52 of the filter assembly 50 are installed with a gap between them. This creates a passage gap between the inside of the ventilation plate 37 and the outer surface of the filter net structure 52, allowing airflow to reach different positions on the outer surface of the filter net structure 52 through this passage gap, and contributing to the uniform permeation of the airflow through each position of the filter net structure 52 along the circumferential direction.

[0179] In some embodiments, the tank structure 40 can store purified water. Specifically, the purified water is tap water or water after purification and filtration. The purified water may also be a mixture of water and a fragrance adjuster.

[0180] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 32, on the projection plane having the maximum projection area of ​​the air intake port 751, the projection region corresponding to the projection plane of the heating component 70 overlaps with the projection region of the transition port 752 by at least 30% of its area. Specifically, because the airflow is relatively concentrated and passes through the transition port 752, when the heating component 70 is close to the transition port 752, it can contribute to improving the heating efficiency relative to the airflow. Furthermore, the projection region corresponding to the projection plane of the heating component 70 overlaps with the projection region of the transition port 752 by at least 30% of its area, thereby further improving the heating efficiency relative to the airflow. A gap is provided between the heating component 70 and the transition port 752 in a direction perpendicular to the projection plane, which prevents the heating component 70 from excessively obstructing the airflow.

[0181] In one embodiment, the projection plane having the maximum projected area of ​​the air intake port 751 is parallel to the plane on which the edge of the air intake port 751 is located.

[0182] In some embodiments, the heating component 70 is an electrically heated component. Specifically, the heating component 70 is one or more of a heating resistor, an electrically heated ceramic, and an electrically heated semiconductor. In one embodiment, the heating component 70 is a PTC ceramic element, which contributes to achieving constant temperature control of the heating component 70.

[0183] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 32, the humidifier 100 further includes a partition plate 71 provided with several through grooves 72. The partition plate 71 is positioned close to the air intake port 751. The heating component 70 is positioned on the side of the partition plate 71 close to the transition port 752. Specifically, because the partition plate 71 is provided with several through grooves 72, the airflow in the air passage 36 can pass through the partition plate 71. When the partition plate 71 is close to the air intake port 751 and the heating component 70 is positioned close to the transition port 752 of the partition plate 71, the partition plate 71 can restrict the user's hand from entering the space between the partition plate 71 and the air cover 75, thereby preventing the user's hand from coming into contact with the heating component, which has a relatively high temperature.

[0184] In one embodiment, the transition port 752 is located above the partition plate 71, and the heating component 70 is connected to the upper side of the partition plate 71, so that the partition plate 71 can support the heating component 70.

[0185] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 32 and 33, the humidifier 100 further includes an engagement base 73, which is connected to the side of the partition plate 71 closest to the transition opening 752. The engagement base 73 engages with the heating component 70 to fix the heating component 70 to the partition plate 71. Specifically, by connecting the engagement base 73 to the side of the partition plate 71 closest to the transition opening 752, it is possible to prevent the user from coming into contact with the heating component 70. Furthermore, by engaging the engagement base 73 with the heating component 70, the assembly of the heating component 70 can be simplified, and the assembly efficiency of the humidifier 100 can be improved. In one embodiment, the engagement base 73 includes a fixing portion 731 connected to the partition plate 71 and an engagement portion 732 connected to the fixing portion 731, with the engagement portion 732 connected to each side of the fixing portion 731. The heating component 70 is mounted between several engagement portions 732. The end of the engaging portion 732 that is spaced apart from the fixing portion 731 is hook-shaped, and after the heating component 70 enters between the engaging portions 732, this end of the engaging portion 732 restricts the position of the heating component 70. More specifically, the fixing portion 731 may be one or multiple, and the engaging portion 732 can be fixed to the partition plate 71.

[0186] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 32, the humidifier 100 further includes a temperature sensing member 85. The temperature sensing member 85 is installed downstream of the heating component 70 in the air passage 36. Specifically, by using the temperature sensing member 85 to measure the temperature of the airflow downstream of the heating component 70, the temperature state of the airflow after absorbing heat from the heating component 70 can be confirmed. In some embodiments, the temperature sensing member 85 is a thermistor, thermocouple, or other temperature sensing component.

[0187] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 32, the temperature sensing member 85 is connected to the fan holder 82 and close to the exhaust port 362 of the humidifier 100. Specifically, as the airflow passes through the fan assembly 80, the airflow and the centrifugal impeller 81 collide violently, and each part of the airflow undergoes a process of dispersion and reassembly, resulting in a more uniform airflow temperature. If the temperature sensing member 85 is close to the exhaust port 362 of the humidifier 100, a stable and referential temperature can be detected using the temperature sensing member 85.

[0188] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 32, the temperature sensing member 85 is attached to one of the fixing pieces 822. Specifically, the sensitive end of the temperature sensing member 85 faces upstream of the air passage 36.

[0189] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 31 and 32, the humidifier 100 further includes an interaction unit 74. The interaction unit 74 is electrically connected to a temperature sensing member 85 and is configured to output a feedback signal that reflects the temperature detected by the temperature sensing member 85. Specifically, one input terminal of the interaction unit 74 is connected to the temperature sensing member 85 to receive the temperature detected by the temperature sensing member 85. The interaction unit 74 outputs a feedback signal wirelessly or via a wired method, and the content of the feedback signal includes the temperature detected value. In one embodiment, the feedback signal is transmitted to a cloud or other data storage terminal to record the feedback signal and make it accessible to the user. In another embodiment, the feedback signal is transmitted to a mobile terminal so that the user can check the temperature detected value.

[0190] In some embodiments, the interaction unit 74 is electrically connected to the heating component 70 and configured to adjust the heating power of the heating component 70 based on the adjustment command received. Specifically, the user inputs an adjustment command to the interaction unit 74 via a button on the humidifier 100 or a terminal device, depending on the ambient temperature requirements. In some embodiments, the interaction unit 74 adjusts the heating power of the heating component 70 based on the relationship between the required temperature in the adjustment command and the temperature detection value.

[0191] More specifically, if the required temperature is higher than the temperature detection value, the interaction unit 74 adjusts to increase the heating power of the heating component 70. If the required temperature is lower than the temperature detection value, the interaction unit 74 adjusts to decrease the heating output of the heating component 70.

[0192] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, a supply port 914 is provided at the bottom of the water tank body 91, and the supply port 914 is for discharging purified water from the water storage chamber 911 to the water tank 41 of the tank structure 40.

[0193] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the inlet connection port 921 is provided in the water tank body 91 and is located lower than the water inlet port 912. The water inlet port 922 is located at the top of the water storage chamber 911 and is located higher than the inlet connection port 921. The angle between the direction of the water inlet port 912 toward the bottom surface 913 and the direction facing the opening of the water inlet port 922 is 120 degrees or less. Specifically, since the water inlet port 922 is located at the top of the water storage chamber 911 and is located higher than the inlet connection port 921, and purified water communicates with the inlet connection port 921 via the flow guide member 92, when the liquid level in the water tank body 91 is lower than the water inlet port 922, it is possible to prevent purified water from flowing back into the water inlet port 922 and to prevent purified water from leaking back through the flow guide member 92. Furthermore, since the angle between the direction from the water inlet 912 to the bottom surface 913 and the direction facing the opening of the inlet 922 is 120 degrees or less, when purified water is injected from the inlet 922 under the pressure of the liquid replenishment pump 20, the inlet 922 is not completely facing upward in the vertical direction, so purified water does not flow back from the inlet 922, and water does not flow out from the bottom of the water tank body 91.

[0194] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the flow guide member 92 includes a positioning joint 923 and a main guide pipe 924. The positioning joint 923 is connected to the water tank body 91. The main guide pipe 924 forms the boundary of the flow path, with one end communicating with an inlet connection port 921 and the other end being inserted into the positioning joint 923, so that one end of the main guide pipe 924 functions as the inlet connection port 921 or one end of the main guide pipe 924 is connected to the inlet connection port 921 and an inlet 922 is provided in the positioning joint 923. Specifically, because the main guide pipe 924 forms the boundary of the flow path and the positioning joint 923 is connected to the water tank body 91, the positioning joint 923 is stable relative to the water tank device 90. When the other end of the main guide pipe 924 is fitted with the positioning joint 923, the positioning joint 923 can restrict the position of the other end of the main guide pipe 924, which can contribute to keeping the flow path in a stable configuration. Since the inlet 922 is provided on the positioning joint 923, the position of the inlet 922 is kept stable relative to the water tank body 91.

[0195] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, both the main guide pipe 924 and the positioning joint 923 are installed inside the water storage chamber 911. Specifically, by installing the main guide pipe 924 and the positioning joint 923 inside the water storage chamber 911, the compactness of the structure of the water tank device 90 can be improved, and the main guide pipe 924 or the positioning joint 923 can be prevented from being subjected to collisions.

[0196] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the angle between the direction in which the main guide pipe 924 extends upward and the direction in which the water storage chamber 911 extends upward is less than 30 degrees. The positioning joint 923 extends upward, for example, directly upward or inclined upward, and the inlet 922 is provided on the side wall of the positioning joint 923. Specifically, when the angle between the direction in which the main guide pipe 924 extends upward and the direction in which the water storage chamber 911 extends upward is less than 30 degrees, the main guide pipe 924 can extend from the inlet connection port 921 to the positioning joint 923 in a relatively short length, which contributes to shortening the length of the main guide pipe 924. Furthermore, when the main guide pipe 924 is installed inside the water storage chamber 911, the water storage chamber 911 has more purified water storage space. In some embodiments, the direction in which the water storage chamber 911 extends upward can be understood as the direction from the bottom surface 913 to the inlet 912.

[0197] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the positioning joint 923 extends upward and the inlet 922 is provided on the side wall of the positioning joint 923. This prevents the purified water from the inlet 922 from flowing back to the bottom of the water tank body 91 along the main guide pipe 924, as the opening direction of the inlet 922 is not directly upward.

[0198] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the positioning joint 923 has its top end connected to the inside of the top wall of the water storage chamber 911 and its bottom end connected to the top end of the main guide pipe 924. Specifically, the top wall of the water storage chamber 911 is installed adjacent to the water inlet 912, the top end of the positioning joint 923 is connected to the inside of the top wall of the water storage chamber 911, and the inlet 922 is provided on the positioning joint 923. This allows the inlet 922 to be closer to the water inlet 912, or closer to the top wall of the water storage chamber 911, thereby contributing to purified water entering the water storage chamber 911 from top to bottom.

[0199] In some embodiments, the flow guide member 92 includes a main guide pipe 924, which forms the boundary of the flow path. One end of the main guide pipe 924 communicates with the inlet connection port 921. The portion of the main guide pipe 924 closest to the water inlet 912 is installed in a curved shape. The inlet port 922 is provided at the end of the portion of the main guide pipe 924 closest to the water inlet 912. Specifically, by installing the portion of the main guide pipe 924 closest to the water inlet 912 in a curved shape, the orientation of the inlet port 922 can be adjusted to direct the inlet port 922 as far as possible toward the bottom surface 913 of the water storage chamber 911, thereby preventing backflow from the inlet port 922 through the main guide pipe 924 to the bottom of the water tank body 91. In some embodiments, by installing the main guide pipe 924 inside the water storage chamber 911, the compactness of the water tank body 91 can be improved.

[0200] In some other embodiments, the main guide pipe 924 is installed outside the water storage chamber 911, so that the water storage chamber 911 has a larger extra space. Specifically, the main guide pipe 924 includes a first segment, a transition segment, and a second segment. The transition segment is connected between the first segment and the second segment. The first segment is located outside the water storage chamber 911 and is connected to an inlet connection port 921. The second segment is located inside the water storage chamber 911, and an inlet 922 is formed in the second segment. In one embodiment, the transition segment enters the water storage chamber 911 from an inlet 912. In another embodiment, the transition segment enters the water storage chamber 911 by being inserted through the wall of the water tank body 91.

[0201] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 14 and 23, a bottom groove 31 is further provided within the humidifier body 30, and the bottom groove 31 accommodates a tank structure 40. At least a portion of the water tank 41 of the tank structure 40 is installed below the water tank device 90, the water tank 41 is adjacent to the first support surface 32, and the water tank 41 is installed recessed downward relative to the first support surface 32. The first support surface 32 is installed inclined downward toward the water tank 41. Specifically, since the height of the water tank 41 is lower than the first support surface 32, and the first support surface 32 is installed at an angle downward toward the water tank 41, if a small amount of purified water unintentionally flows from the fixed joint 24 to the first support surface 32, the protruding edge 321 restricts the uncontrolled flow of the purified water, stopping the purified water near the fixed joint 24, and the first support surface 32, which is installed at an angle downward, guides the purified water to flow into the water tank 41, preventing the purified water from continuously accumulating on the first support surface 32.

[0202] In some embodiments, if the humidifier 100 does not have a removable tank structure 40, the boundary of the water tank 41 may be formed by the inner wall surface of the humidifier body 30, and the use or structure of the water tank 41 may refer to the above. Furthermore, the inner wall surface of the humidifier body 30 may be used to form the first support surface 32.

[0203] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 31 and 32, the humidifier 100 further includes a wind cover 75, which is provided with an intake port 751 and a transition port 752 communicating with each other. The intake port 751 faces the upper end of the filtration assembly 50, and the transition port 752 communicates with the fan assembly 80. The heating component 70 is installed inside the wind cover 75. Specifically, the wind cover 75 forms a boundary of part of the air passage 36, and the airflow flows within the wind cover 75 along the direction from the intake port 751 to the transition port 752. By having the intake port 751 face the upper end of the filtration assembly 50 and the transition port 752 communicate with the fan assembly 80, the wind cover 75 can be used to address the difference in shape between the upper end opening of the filtration assembly 50 and the inlet of the fan assembly 80, and the airflow leaving the upper end opening of the filtration assembly 50 can be guided to the fan assembly 80 to the maximum extent possible. In one embodiment, the shape of the air intake port 751 corresponds to the shape of the upper end opening of the filtration assembly 50, and the shape of the transition port 752 corresponds to the shape of the inlet of the fan assembly 80.

[0204] Specifically, when the filtration assembly 50 is installed between the wind cover 75 and the tank structure 40, and the heating component 70 is installed inside the wind cover 75, the heating component 70 and the tank structure 40 are separated by a certain distance, thereby preventing the heating component 70 from being immersed in purified water.

[0205] In some embodiments, the wind cover 75 changes to narrow along the direction from the intake port 751 to the transition port 752. Specifically, in order to improve the efficiency of filtration and humidification, the filter net structure 52 of the filter assembly 50 is generally maintained in a form with a relatively large circumference, and therefore the width or length of the upper opening of the filter net structure 52 is relatively large. The width of the inlet of the fan assembly 80 is relatively small because circumferential spacing is required inside the centrifugal fan structure. Because the wind cover 75 changes to narrow along the direction from the intake port 751 to the transition port 752, the wind cover 75 can accommodate the difference in size between the upper opening of the filter net structure 52 and the inlet of the fan assembly 80, and can stably guide the airflow from the upper opening of the filter net structure 52 to the inlet of the fan assembly 80.

[0206] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 31 and 32, the fan assembly 80 includes an outer cover 84 connected to the transition port 752. A flange portion 753 is connected to at least one of the wind cover 75 and the outer cover 84. The flange portion 753 is provided along the circumferential direction of the transition port 752. Specifically, by providing the flange portion 753 along the circumferential edge of the transition port 752, it is possible to prevent the airflow leaving the wind cover 75 from diffusing radially and to allow the airflow to enter the outer cover 84 stably.

[0207] In some other embodiments, as shown in Figures 32 and 33, the fan assembly 80 includes a centrifugal impeller 81 which, when operating, disperses the airflow outward toward the inner wall surface of the outer cover 84. The end opening of the centrifugal impeller 81 engages with the flange portion 753, allowing the airflow to first fully enter the centrifugal impeller 81 and then be directed by the centrifugal impeller 81 circumferentially into the outer cover 84.

[0208] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 32, the fan assembly 80 includes a fan holder 82 and a fan body 83 connected to the fan holder 82. Specifically, the output shaft 831 of the fan body 83 is connected to a centrifugal impeller 81 to rotate and drive the centrifugal impeller 81. In one embodiment, the fan body 83 is a motor. The fan holder 82 is configured to support the fan body 83. In one embodiment, the fan holder 82 is connected between the fan body 83 and an outer cover 84. In one embodiment, most of the fan body 83 is housed within the fan holder 82, and the output shaft 831 of the fan body 83 extends outside the fan holder 82, thereby allowing the fan holder 82 to provide protection for the fan body 83.

[0209] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 32, the fan holder 82 includes a central housing 821 and several fixing pieces 822 connected to the outer circumference of the central housing 821. The fan body 83 is housed in the central housing 821. In addition, the fixing pieces 822 are connected between the outer circumference of the central housing 821 and the inner circumference of the outer cover 84. The thickness direction of the fixing pieces 822 is perpendicular to the airflow direction, which reduces the air resistance of the fixing pieces 822.

[0210] In some embodiments, as shown in Figure 34, the smart cleaning device 300 also has a cleaning function and an automatic water supply function to the humidifier 100. The smart cleaning device 300 and the humidifier 100 are pre-linked using an app or the like, and based on the user's operation / settings via the app, or when it receives a notification that the humidifier 100 is low on water, it can automatically retrieve water from equipment such as a cleaning base station or a water replacement base station, or transport and supply water to the humidifier 100.

[0211] The foregoing are merely selectable embodiments of this application and do not limit it. Those skilled in the art may have various modifications and changes to this application. Any modifications, substitutions, improvements, etc., made in accordance with the spirit and principles of this application are included within the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. It is a home appliance, The appliance includes a water-using device and / or a water-using device, wherein the water-using device is configured to automatically connect to a smart cleaning device and replenish the water-using device with purified water by drawing water from the smart cleaning device; the water-using device is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device and discharge lightly contaminated water from the water-using device by supplying water to the smart cleaning device; and the appliance further comprises a first communication unit and a first water connection port, wherein the first communication unit is configured to communicate with the smart cleaning device, and the first water connection port is configured to connect to a second water connection port of the smart cleaning device, and then draw water from the smart cleaning device and / or supply water to the smart cleaning device. A home appliance characterized by the following features.

2. The water-using device draws water from the smart cleaning device using an internal liquid replenishment pump and supplies purified water to the water-using device, the first water connection port is the first purified water inlet, the second water connection port of the smart cleaning device includes a second purified water outlet, the second purified water outlet is for connecting to the first purified water inlet of the water-using device, and the purified water tank of the smart cleaning device supplies purified water into the water-using device via the first purified water inlet through the second purified water outlet. The home appliance according to feature 1.

3. The water-using device is a humidifier, and the humidifier includes a humidifier body and the first purified water inlet. The humidifier body is provided with a water storage chamber, and a connection surface is provided on the outside of the humidifier body, and the connection surface is configured to connect to the smart cleaning device. When the first purified water inlet is provided on the connection surface, the first purified water inlet communicates with the water storage chamber, and the first purified water inlet is connected to the second purified water outlet of the smart cleaning device, the first purified water inlet is used to guide the purified water of the smart cleaning device and transfer it to the water storage chamber. The home appliance according to feature 2.

4. The humidifier further includes a water tank device positioned within the humidifier body with restricted location. The water tank device includes a water tank body and a flow guide member. The water tank body is provided with the water storage chamber, The flow guide member has an inlet connection port and an inlet, and the flow guide member is further provided with a flow path that communicates with the inlet connection port and the inlet, respectively, the inlet connection port communicates with the liquid replenishment pump, and the flow path guides the purified water transferred by the first purified water inlet to flow from bottom to top through the inlet connection port and into the water storage chamber through the inlet. The home appliance according to feature 3.

5. The water tank body has a water inlet formed at the top of the water storage chamber, the water inlet is for injecting purified water, the inlet connection port is provided on the water tank body and is located lower than the water inlet, the inlet is located at the top of the water storage chamber and is located higher than the inlet connection port, and the angle between the direction from the water inlet to the bottom of the water storage chamber and the direction in which the opening of the inlet faces is 120 degrees or less. The home appliance according to feature 4.

6. The flow guide member includes a positioning joint and a main guide pipe, the positioning joint is connected to the water tank body, the main guide pipe forms the boundary of the flow path, one end communicates with the inlet connection port, the other end is fitted with the positioning joint, and the inlet is provided in the positioning joint. The home appliance according to feature 4.

7. The positioning joint extends upward, and the inlet is provided on the side wall of the positioning joint. The home appliance according to feature 6.

8. Both the main guide pipe and the positioning joint are installed in the water storage chamber, the top end of the positioning joint is connected to the inside of the top wall of the water storage chamber, and the bottom end is connected to the top end of the main guide pipe. The home appliance according to feature 6.

9. The liquid replenishment pump is installed in the humidifier body, the first outlet of the liquid replenishment pump communicates with the inlet connection port, and the first inlet of the liquid replenishment pump communicates with the smart cleaning device via the first purified water inlet. The humidifier further includes a pipe fitting and a liquid replenishment conduit, the pipe fitting includes a first pipe section and a second pipe section, the first pipe section and the second pipe section are in communication, the first pipe section and the second pipe section are installed so as to form an angle, the first pipe section is connected to the first purified water inlet, and the second pipe section is in communication with the first suction port of the liquid replenishment pump via the liquid replenishment conduit. The home appliance according to feature 4.

10. The humidifier further includes a tank structure, a filtration assembly, a flow guide structure, and a liquid supply pump. The aforementioned tank structure is built into the humidifier body, and a water tank is provided in the tank structure, the water tank stores purified water, and a supply port is provided at the bottom of the water tank body, the supply port is for discharging the purified water in the water storage chamber to the water tank. The filtration assembly, at least a portion of which is located above the water tank, includes a filtration supporter and a filtration net structure connected to the filtration supporter. The flow guide structure is configured to disperse the purified water in the tank to different locations on the filtration net structure. The liquid supply pump communicates with the flow guide structure, and in working conditions, pumps the purified water in the tank from bottom to top through the flow guide structure to the filter net structure, and in non-working conditions, the filter net structure does not come into contact with the purified water contained in the tank. The home appliance according to feature 4.

11. The filtration supporter and / or the filtration net structure and the portion of the water tank that contains purified water are isolated from each other, and the lower end of the filtration supporter and / or the filtration net structure is higher than the highest liquid level of the amount of purified water that can be contained in the water tank. The home appliance according to feature 10.

12. The humidifier is provided with an air passage, which is configured to connect the air intake and exhaust ports of the humidifier, and the humidifier further includes a fan assembly and a heating component. The fan assembly is installed inside the humidifier body and configured to send airflow through the air passage, and the filter assembly is installed in the air passage and configured to filter and humidify the airflow. The heating component is installed in the air passage, positioned downstream of the filtration assembly and upstream of the fan assembly along the airflow direction, and is configured to heat the filtered airflow. The home appliance according to feature 10.

13. The humidifier further includes a positioning structure, which is installed on the connection surface and is for aligning with the smart cleaning device. When the positioning structure and the smart cleaning device are aligned, the first purified water inlet and the second purified water outlet of the smart cleaning device are connected, allowing the purified water from the smart cleaning device to be transferred to the water storage chamber. The home appliance according to feature 3.

14. The shape of the connection surface corresponds to the shape of the outer wall surface near the second water purification outlet of the smart cleaning device, or the connection surface has a concave arc shape. The home appliance according to feature 3.

15. The humidifier further includes a positioning unit installed on the connection surface, the positioning unit being configured to transmit a positioning signal that can guide the smart cleaning device to approach the connection surface. The home appliance according to feature 3.

16. The humidifier further includes a detection electrode plate connected to the connection surface, a liquid replenishment pump installed in the humidifier body, and a control unit electrically connected to the detection electrode plate, wherein when the detection electrode plate and the smart cleaning device are electrically connected, the control unit triggers the operation of the liquid replenishment pump to pump out purified water from the smart cleaning device and send it to the water storage chamber. The home appliance according to feature 3.

17. When the detection electrode plate is connected to the smart cleaning device, the detection electrode plate transmits electrical energy to the smart cleaning device. The home appliance according to feature 16.

18. The humidifier further includes a cover plate for covering the connection surface, which is detachably connected to the connection surface. The home appliance according to feature 3.

19. The water treatment device turns on its internal water valve to supply water to the smart cleaning device, and the smart cleaning device uses its internal pump to draw out the lightly soiled water from the water treatment device to the smart cleaning device. The first water connection port is the first light wastewater outlet. The second water connection port of the smart cleaning device includes a second purified water inlet and a second wastewater outlet, and the second purified water inlet is connected to the first light wastewater outlet, thereby sending the light wastewater from the water treatment device to the purified water tank of the smart cleaning device via the first light wastewater outlet and the second purified water inlet. The home appliance according to feature 1.

20. The water treatment device turns on its internal water valve to supply water to the smart cleaning device, and the smart cleaning device uses its internal pump to draw out the lightly soiled water from the water treatment device to the smart cleaning device. The first water connection port is the first light wastewater outlet. The second water connection port of the smart cleaning device includes a second wastewater inlet, the second wastewater inlet communicates with the wastewater tank of the smart cleaning device, the second wastewater inlet connects with the first light wastewater outlet of the home appliance, and the wastewater tank of the smart cleaning device extracts light wastewater from the water treatment device via the second wastewater inlet and the first light wastewater outlet, thereby discharging the light wastewater from the water treatment device. The home appliance according to feature 1.

21. The appliance further includes a measurement unit and a control unit installed inside the appliance, wherein the measurement unit is configured to measure the state of lightly contaminated water or purified water inside the appliance. The control unit is configured to control the home appliance to stop drawing water from the smart cleaning device and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device when it detects that the home appliance is full of light wastewater or has no purified water, by causing the home appliance to communicate with the smart cleaning device and move the smart cleaning device to the home appliance in a water exchange state, thereby connecting the first water connection port of the home appliance and the second water connection port of the smart cleaning device, thereby drawing water from the smart cleaning device and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device, and when a first predetermined time has elapsed, or when the inspection unit detects that the home appliance is filled with purified water or that there is no more light wastewater, it to stop drawing water from the smart cleaning device and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device. The home appliance according to feature 1.

22. The control unit is further configured to control the appliance to temporarily suspend drawing water from the smart cleaning device and / or supplying water to the smart cleaning device for a second predetermined time, or based on the first communication unit receiving a signal from the smart cleaning device indicating that the smart cleaning device's purified water tank is empty or its wastewater tank is full, thereby allowing the smart cleaning device to replenish purified water from an external source and / or discharge light wastewater to the outside. The home appliance according to feature 21.

23. A smart cleaning device that automatically connects to a home appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 22, The smart cleaning device comprises a second communication unit, an identification unit, and a second water connection port, wherein the second communication unit is configured to communicate with the home appliance, the identification unit is configured to detect the location of the home appliance and enable automatic connection, and the second water connection port connects to the first water connection port of the home appliance and then draws water from the home appliance and / or supplies water to the home appliance, wherein the home appliance includes a water usage device and / or a water treatment device, and the smart cleaning device is configured to automatically connect to the water usage device and replenish the water usage device with purified water by drawing water from the smart cleaning device, or the smart cleaning device is configured to automatically connect to the water treatment device and discharge light wastewater from the water treatment device by supplying water to the smart cleaning device. A smart cleaning device characterized by the following features.

24. The smart cleaning device further includes a charging unit, and further includes a home appliance detection electrode plate, wherein the detection electrode plate is a charging connector, and when the charging unit and the home appliance detection electrode plate are connected, the home appliance charges the smart cleaning device by the detection electrode plate and the charging unit, or the smart cleaning device charges the home appliance by the charging unit and the detection electrode plate. The smart cleaning device according to feature 23.

25. If the aforementioned home appliance is a water-using device, the second water connection port includes a second purified water outlet, and the second purified water outlet is connected to the first purified water inlet of the water-using device to supply purified water to the water-using device. The smart cleaning device according to feature 23.

26. If the aforementioned home appliance is a water treatment device, the smart cleaning device uses an internal pump to pump out light wastewater from the water treatment device into the smart cleaning device, thereby discharging the light wastewater from the water treatment device. The second water connection port includes a second wastewater inlet, a second purified water inlet, or a second light wastewater inlet, and the second wastewater inlet, second purified water inlet, or second light wastewater inlet is connected to the first light wastewater outlet of the water treatment device and used to extract light wastewater from the water treatment device. The smart cleaning device according to feature 23.

27. A smart cleaning device system, The home appliance comprises the home appliance according to any one of claims 1 to 22, the smart cleaning device according to any one of claims 23 to 26, and a cleaning base station, wherein the home appliance includes a water exchange base station, a water usage device and / or a water treatment device, The water exchange base station is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device and to replenish the smart cleaning device with purified water and discharge wastewater. The water-using device is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device and to replenish the water-using device with purified water by drawing water from the smart cleaning device. The water treatment device is configured to automatically connect to the smart cleaning device and supply water to the smart cleaning device, thereby discharging light wastewater from the water treatment device. The clean base station is configured to supply power to the smart clean device and to collect dust in the smart clean device. A smart cleaning device system characterized by the following features.

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