Garment processing machine

Abstract

The present invention discloses a clothes treating machine including a clothes treating tank and further including a light plasma generating module having a gas chamber. The gas chamber is provided with a light plasma tube for irradiating the gas in the gas chamber. The gas chamber has an air inlet that communicates with the outside air. The gas chamber has an air outlet that communicates with the inside of the clothes treating tank through an air supply pipe. In the present invention, the outside air sucked into the gas chamber is irradiated with the light plasma tube to form a sterilizing gas, which is then blown into the clothes treating tank through the air supply pipe, thereby sterilizing and deodorizing the inside of the clothes treating tank and the clothes therein. This completely kills microorganisms and efficiently removes odors. This has good sterilizing properties, especially for clothes that cannot withstand high temperatures.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of clothing treatment machines, and specifically relates to a clothing treatment machine equipped with a sterilization function.

Background Art

[0002] Since clothes are always in contact with the outside, pathogenic bacteria adhere to them. Common pathogenic bacteria include Escherichia coli and Staphylococcus aureus, etc., which may reduce the body's resistance and increase the risk of contracting diseases. Therefore, while pursuing the cleanliness of the clothing surface, there are more and more users who require the ability to sterilize clothes.

[0003] Many conventional clothing treatment machines have a sterilization device arranged. Usually, the sterilization device sterilizes clothes using one or more of ultraviolet rays, silver ions, high temperature, and ozone, etc. Among these, ultraviolet rays can pass through the air to sterilize clothes. However, ultraviolet rays are likely to damage human eyes and skin. Also, silver ions can suppress the growth of mold and deodorize, but when absorbed by the internal organs of the human body, they accumulate and cause lesions. Also, high-temperature treatment can cause the loss of activity of pathogenic bacteria, but it is easy to deform clothes containing non-heat-resistant materials such as silk and wool. Also, excessive ozone strongly stimulates the human airway and causes symptoms such as swelling and pain in the throat, shortness of breath, and coughing. And when a part of the oxygen gas in the air is decomposed and polymerized by high-voltage ionization to form ozone, nitrogen gas is easily ionized and carcinogenic nitrogen oxides are generated.

[0004] In view of the above, the present invention is proposed.

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment machine that realizes the purpose of improving the sterilization efficiency of the clothing treatment machine in order to eliminate the defects of the prior art. Another object of the present invention is to provide a clothing treatment machine that realizes the purpose of sterilizing clothes containing non-heat-resistant materials. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted in this invention is as follows.

[0007] The garment processing machine includes a garment processing tank and a photoplasma generation module having a gas chamber. The intake port of the gas chamber communicates with the outside air. A photoplasma tube is provided inside the gas chamber for irradiating the intake outside air. The supply port of the gas chamber also communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank via a duct.

[0008] Furthermore, it includes a housing, within which a garment processing tank is provided. The photoplasma generation module is located between the housing and the garment processing tank.

[0009] Furthermore, the intake end of the air supply conduit is connected to the gas chamber, and the exhaust end of the air supply conduit is connected to the front upper side of the garment processing tank, so that outside air that has been irradiated by the photoplasma tube in the gas chamber is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank through the air supply conduit.

[0010] Furthermore, a first air intake port is provided on the upper front side of the garment processing tank, and the air supply pipe communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank through the first air intake port.

[0011] Preferably, the air supply pipeline is provided with an air supply valve for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply pipeline.

[0012] Furthermore, a door seal is provided between the housing and the front flange of the garment processing tank, and the end of the air supply pipe is connected to the door seal so that outside air that has been irradiated by the optical plasma tube in the gas chamber is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank through the air supply pipe.

[0013] Furthermore, an opening is provided at the front of the garment processing tank. In addition, a second air intake is provided at a position opposite the upper front of the garment processing tank, above the door seal. The air supply pipe communicates with the opening at the front of the garment processing tank via the second air intake.

[0014] Furthermore, a fan is installed inside the gas chamber. The fan is used to draw outside air into the gas chamber through the intake port and to send outside air that has been irradiated by the photoplasma tube inside the gas chamber into the air supply pipeline through the gas chamber's outlet port.

[0015] Furthermore, the fan is located on the side of the gas chamber closer to the air intake, and the optical plasma tube is located on the side of the gas chamber closer to the air outlet.

[0016] The present invention further discloses a garment processing machine that includes a housing and a garment processing tank provided within the housing, and further includes a photoplasma generating module having a gas chamber. The intake and outlet ports of the gas chamber communicate with the inside of the garment processing tank via intake and exhaust pipes, respectively, to form a circulating airflow. A photoplasma tube for irradiating the circulating airflow is provided inside the gas chamber.

[0017] Furthermore, to ensure that the gas inside the garment processing tank is discharged into the gas chamber through the intake pipe, the intake end of the intake pipe is connected to the upper rear of the garment processing tank, and the intake end of the intake pipe is connected to the gas chamber.

[0018] The intake end of the air supply conduit is connected to the gas chamber so that the circulating airflow irradiated by the photoplasma tube in the gas chamber is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank through the air supply conduit. A door seal is provided between the housing and the front flange of the garment processing tank, and the air supply end of the air supply conduit is connected to the upper front of the garment processing tank or to the door seal.

[0019] Furthermore, the radial size of the air supply conduit is larger than the radial size of the air intake conduit.

[0020] Furthermore, an exhaust air outlet is provided on the upper rear part of the clothing treatment tank, and the suction air pipeline communicates with the inside of the clothing treatment tank through the exhaust air outlet.

[0021] Preferably, the suction air pipeline is provided with a suction air valve for controlling the opening and closing of the suction air pipeline.

[0022] Furthermore, a first suction air inlet is provided on the upper front part of the clothing treatment tank, and the air supply pipeline communicates with the inside of the clothing treatment tank through the first suction air inlet.

[0023] Preferably, the air supply pipeline is provided with an air supply valve for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply pipeline.

[0024] Furthermore, an opening is provided in the front part of the clothing treatment tank. A second suction air inlet is provided at a position facing the upper front part of the clothing treatment tank above the door seal, and the air supply pipeline communicates with the opening in the front part of the clothing treatment tank through the second suction air inlet.

[0025] Preferably, the air supply pipeline is provided with an air supply valve for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply pipeline.

[0026] Furthermore, a fan is provided in the gas chamber. The fan is used to suck the gas in the suction air pipeline into the gas chamber from the air inlet of the gas chamber, and at the same time, to send the circulating air flow irradiated by the light plasma tube in the gas chamber into the air supply pipeline through the air outlet of the gas chamber.

[0027] Preferably, a suction air valve for controlling the opening and closing of the air inlet of the gas chamber, and / or an air supply valve for controlling the opening and closing of the air outlet of the gas chamber is / are connected to the gas chamber to enable the gas chamber to be opened and closed.

[0028] Furthermore, the gas chamber includes a first chamber and a second chamber provided front and rear and communicating with each other. A fan is provided in the first chamber, and a light plasma tube is provided in the second chamber. The first chamber has the air inlet of the gas chamber, and the second chamber has the air outlet of the gas chamber.

[0029] Furthermore, the fan is provided on the side closer to the air inlet of the first chamber, and the optical plasma tube is provided on the side closer to the air outlet of the second chamber.

[0030] Furthermore, the air outlet of the gas chamber is provided at the bottom of the second chamber, and the upper end of the air supply pipeline is connected to the bottom of the gas chamber.

[0031] The present invention further discloses a clothes treatment machine including a clothes treatment tank and further including an optical plasma generation module having a gas chamber. The air outlet of the gas chamber communicates with the clothes treatment tank through an air supply pipeline, and the air inlet of the gas chamber communicates with the clothes treatment tank through a first air intake branch or communicates with the outside air through a second air intake branch.

[0032] Furthermore, the gas chamber has a first air inlet and a second air inlet. The first air inlet of the gas chamber communicates with the clothes treatment tank through a first air intake branch, and the second air inlet of the gas chamber communicates with the outside air through a second air intake branch.

[0033] Furthermore, a first air intake valve for controlling the connection / disconnection of the first air intake branch is provided in the first air intake branch, and / or a second air intake valve for controlling the connection / disconnection of the second air intake branch is provided in the second air intake branch.

[0034] Furthermore, the first air intake branch has a first air intake port and an exhaust port. A second air intake port communicating with the outside air is opened in the first air intake branch between the first air intake port and the exhaust port, and the first air intake branch between the second air intake port and the exhaust port forms the second air intake branch.

[0035] Furthermore, it includes an external connection pipeline connected to the second air intake branch, and the second air intake port communicates with the outside air through the external connection pipeline.

[0036] Furthermore, a second air intake valve for controlling the connection / disconnection between the second air intake branch and the outside air is provided in the second air intake port or the external connection pipeline.

[0037] Preferably, a first air intake valve for controlling the connection / disconnection of the first air intake branch is provided in the first air intake branch between the first air intake port and the second air intake port.

[0038] Furthermore, a three-way valve is provided on the side of the first intake branch that is separated from the second intake branch, or on the second intake port. The first intake branch and the outside air between the first and second intake ports communicate with the second intake branch through the three-way valve.

[0039] Furthermore, the first intake duct has one end connected to the upper rear side of the clothing processing tank and the other end connected to the gas chamber.

[0040] The air supply conduit has one end connected to the gas chamber and the other end connected to the upper front of the clothing processing tank or to a door seal located on the upper front of the clothing processing tank.

[0041] Furthermore, a photoplasma tube and a fan are provided in the gas chamber. The photoplasma tube is used to irradiate the air in the gas chamber, and the fan is used to draw air from the first or second intake channel into the gas chamber.

[0042] The present invention further discloses a garment processing machine that includes a garment processing tank and a drying air passage for supplying hot air to the inside of the garment processing tank. Both ends of the drying air passage are connected to the front and rear ends of the garment processing tank, respectively. A photoplasma tube is provided inside the drying air passage for irradiating the hot air inside the drying air passage.

[0043] Furthermore, mounting holes are provided in the drying air passage, and the lower end of the optical plasma tube is positioned inside the drying air passage, passing through the mounting holes.

[0044] Furthermore, a fan is installed within the drying air passage. The drying air passage has an air passage inlet and an air passage outlet. The fan is located on the side of the drying air passage closer to the air passage inlet, and the optical plasma tube is located on the side of the drying air passage closer to the air passage outlet.

[0045] Furthermore, a heating tube is provided within the drying air duct. The heating tube is positioned between the fan and the optical plasma tube so that the hot air in the drying air duct flows toward the optical plasma tube.

[0046] Furthermore, the drying air duct is equipped with an air intake valve to control the opening and closing of the air duct inlet. The air intake valve is located between the fan and the air duct inlet so that the air inside the garment processing tub is drawn into the drying air duct through the air duct inlet.

[0047] Furthermore, the intake end of the drying air passage is connected to the upper rear side of the garment processing tank so that the air inside the garment processing tank flows toward the rear and is discharged into the drying air passage through the air passage inlet.

[0048] Furthermore, the drying air passage is equipped with a blower valve to control the opening and closing of the air passage outlet. The blower valve is placed between the photoplasma tube and the air passage outlet so that the hot air irradiated by the photoplasma tube within the drying air passage is sent into the garment processing tank through the air passage outlet.

[0049] Furthermore, the system includes a housing, and the garment processing tank is located within the housing. A door seal is provided between the housing and the front flange of the garment processing tank. The air outlet of the drying air duct is connected to the upper front of the garment processing tank or to the door seal so that the hot air irradiated by the optical plasma tube in the drying air duct is blown into the garment processing tank through the air duct outlet.

[0050] Furthermore, it includes a control device. The control device is connected to the photoplasma tube and controls the photoplasma tube to irradiate it with hot air in the drying air passage.

[0051] The present invention further discloses a garment processing machine including a housing and a photoplasma generating module. A garment processing tank is provided inside the housing. The photoplasma generating module includes a casing in which a gas chamber is formed inside, a photoplasma tube for irradiating the gas in the gas chamber, a connecting pipe whose intake end communicates with an air inlet of the gas chamber and whose blowing end communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank via a blowing pipe, and a closure member used to control the communication or blockage between the connecting pipe and the gas chamber, and which is capable of reciprocating along the inside of the connecting pipe.

[0052] Furthermore, the connecting pipeline includes at least an inclined pipeline section that extends upward along the direction of gas flow. A closure member is provided within the inclined pipeline section.

[0053] The gas chamber is equipped with a fan that sends the gas from the chamber into the connecting pipeline. As the gas passes through the inclined pipeline section, it moves a blocking member upward, connecting the connecting pipeline and the gas chamber.

[0054] Furthermore, a position-regulating stopper is provided on the inner circumferential wall of the inclined pipeline section, extending radially within the inclined pipeline section. When gas passes through the inclined pipeline section, the blocking member moves upward and comes into close contact with the position-regulating stopper, thereby stopping the upward movement of the blocking member.

[0055] Furthermore, the inner diameter of the inclined pipeline section gradually increases along the direction of gas flow.

[0056] Furthermore, a portion of the casing is recessed toward the interior of the gas chamber, forming a containment chamber that opens horizontally. An elastic member is provided within the containment chamber, which is fitted into the chamber. The elastic member has an insertion hole.

[0057] Furthermore, a photocatalytic excitation layer is provided inside the casing, and the photoplasma tube is positioned opposite the photocatalytic excitation layer. Alternatively, the photocatalytic excitation layer is provided inside the photoplasma tube.

[0058] Furthermore, the ultraviolet tube has a frequency range of UVC ultraviolet and / or UVD ultraviolet.

[0059] Furthermore, the housing includes a horizontal beam provided on the ceiling and a mounting bracket fixedly connected to the horizontal beam. The casing is detachably and fixedly connected to the mounting bracket by a insertion structure.

[0060] Preferably, connection holes are provided in both the horizontal beam and the mounting bracket, and the tightening member 19 is inserted sequentially through the connection holes in the horizontal beam and the mounting bracket, thereby firmly connecting the horizontal beam and the mounting bracket.

[0061] Furthermore, a portion of the casing is recessed toward the inside of the gas chamber, forming a dwelling chamber into which an elastic member is fitted. The elastic member has an insertion hole, and the mounting bracket is provided with a return that is inserted into and fitted into the insertion hole. [Effects of the Invention]

[0062] By using the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared to the prior art.

[0063] 1. In this invention, outside air drawn into the gas chamber is irradiated by a photoplasma tube to form a sterilizing gas, which is then blown into the garment processing tank through an air supply pipe and flows within the tank. This not only sterilizes the inside of the garment processing tank but also sterilizes the clothes inside the tank, providing a particularly good sterilizing effect on clothes that cannot withstand high temperatures.

[0064] 2. In this invention, a blow valve is provided in the blower conduit. The blow valve controls the opening or closing of the blower conduit, thereby controlling the communication or blockage between the gas chamber and the garment processing tank. This allows for more precise introduction of sterilizing gas into the garment processing tank according to the usage conditions of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user.

[0065] 3. In this invention, an intake valve and / or supply valve are connected to the gas chamber. By appropriately controlling the opening or closing of the intake and / or supply port of the gas chamber, the communication or blockage between the gas chamber and the outside air and / or the air supply pipe is controlled, thereby enabling the photoplasma generation module to generate sterilizing gas more effectively and improving the sterilization efficiency of the garment processing machine.

[0066] 4. In the present invention, the photoplasma tube has UVC ultraviolet light and / or UVD ultraviolet light. Ultraviolet light in the UVD frequency range efficiently excites oxygen gas and water in the air to generate photoplasma, and ultraviolet light in the UVC frequency range has an efficient sterilization effect. This completely kills microorganisms attached to the clothing processing tank and the clothing inside it.

[0067] The specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail below, with reference to the drawings. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0068] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine according to an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] Figure 5 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] Figure 6 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 7] Figure 7 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 8] Figure 8 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 9] Figure 9 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 10] Figure 10 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 11] Figure 11 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 12] Figure 12 is a partial cross-sectional view of a garment processing machine in another embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 13] Figure 13 is a partial diagram of the schematic structure of a garment processing machine in an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 14] Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the optical plasma generation module in an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 15] Figure 15 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the optical plasma generation module from a different angle in an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 16] Figure 16 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the optical plasma generation module from a different angle in an embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 17] Figure 17 is a cross-sectional view in the AA direction showing the gas chamber and connecting pipeline in communication as shown in Figure 16. [Figure 18] Figure 18 is a cross-sectional view in the AA direction with the gas chamber and connecting pipeline shut off, as shown in Figure 16. [Modes for carrying out the invention] [Examples]

[0069] As shown in Figures 1 to 11, an embodiment of the present invention provides a garment processing machine that includes a garment processing tank 2 and further includes a photoplasma generation module 3 having a gas chamber 32. The intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32 communicates with the outside air. A photoplasma tube 34 for irradiating the intake outside air is provided inside the gas chamber 32. The supply port 36 of the gas chamber 32 communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank 2 via a vent pipe 4.

[0070] In this embodiment, when power is applied, the photoplasma tube 34 can emit photoplasma and ion clusters. The photoplasma tube 34 irradiates the outside air drawn into the gas chamber 32. The photoplasma and ion clusters emitted from the photoplasma tube 34 decompose oxygen gas and water molecules in the air into hydroxide ions, free oxygen atoms, superoxide ions, and other oxidizing agents, thereby forming a sterilizing gas. This not only sterilizes the clothing processing tank 2 and the clothes inside it, but also decomposes harmful impurities in the air inside the clothing processing tank 2 into inert compounds such as carbon dioxide and water, allowing for the rapid and easy removal of unpleasant odors from clothing.

[0071] As shown in Figure 1, in this embodiment, the garment processing machine further includes a housing 1, and a garment processing tank 2 is provided inside the housing 1. The photoplasma generation module 3 is provided between the housing 1 and the garment processing tank 2.

[0072] In this embodiment, air inside the housing 1 flows into the gas chamber 32 through the intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32. The photoplasma tube 34 irradiates the air that has flowed into the gas chamber 32 to form a sterilizing gas containing hydroxide ions, free oxygen atoms, superoxide ions, and other oxidizers.

[0073] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the gas chamber 32, and the exhaust end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the front upper side of the garment processing tank 2. As a result, outside air that has been irradiated by the photoplasma tube 34 in the gas chamber 32 is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the air supply pipe 4.

[0074] In this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the photoplasma generation module 3, and the exhaust end is connected to the upper front of the garment processing tank 2. The sterilizing gas discharged from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the air supply pipe 4 and flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside. This suppresses the growth of microorganisms attached to the garment processing tank 2 and the clothes, and also decomposes harmful impurities in the air inside the garment processing tank 2 and odor-causing substances attached to the clothes inside into inert compounds.

[0075] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in this embodiment, a first air intake port 23 is provided on the upper front side of the garment processing tank 2, and the air supply pipe 4 communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank 2 via the first air intake port 23.

[0076] In this embodiment, the air supply pipe 4 is directly connected to the garment processing tank 2 via the first air intake port 23 of the garment processing tank 2, and the sterilizing gas in the air supply pipe 4 is efficiently blown into the inside of the garment processing tank 2.

[0077] As shown in Figure 3, in this embodiment, the air supply line 4 is provided with an air supply valve 41 for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply line 4. This controls the communication or disconnection between the gas chamber 32 and the garment processing tank 2, thereby more accurately controlling the introduction of sterilizing gas from the air supply line 4 into the garment processing tank 2 according to the usage status of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user.

[0078] In this embodiment, the garment processing machine may be a washing machine, a clothes dryer, or other equipment equipped with garment processing functions. The garment processing tub 2 may be a single tub, or it may include an outer tub 21 and an inner tub 22 mounted inside the outer tub 21 and provided coaxially with the outer tub 21.

[0079] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 is a single tank, the garments to be processed are located inside the garment processing tank 2. In addition, the sterilizing gas in the air supply pipe 4 is blown directly into the garment processing tank 2 through the first air intake port 23 and flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside of the garment processing tank 2.

[0080] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 includes an outer tank 21 and an inner tank 22, the air supply line 4 is connected to the upper front of the outer tank 21. A first air intake port 23 is provided on the upper front of the outer tank 21, and the sterilizing gas in the air supply line 4 is blown into the interior of the outer tank 21 through the first air intake port 23. Since openings are provided at the front of both the outer tank 21 and the inner tank 22, the sterilizing gas flows from the outer tank 21 towards the inner tank 22. [Examples]

[0081] As shown in Figures 5 to 8, this embodiment differs from Embodiment 1 in the following respects. Specifically, a door seal 5 is provided between the housing 1 and the front flange of the garment processing tank 2, and the air outlet end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the door seal 5. As a result, outside air that has been irradiated by the photoplasma tube 34 in the gas chamber 32 is blown into the garment processing tank 2 through the air supply pipe 4, causing the sterilizing gas to flow inside the garment processing tank 2.

[0082] As shown in Figures 5 to 8, the front of the garment processing tank 2 is provided with an opening. In addition, a second air intake port 51 is provided at the top of the door seal 5, opposite the upper front of the garment processing tank 2. The air supply pipe 4 communicates with the opening at the front of the garment processing tank 2 via the second air intake port 51.

[0083] In this embodiment, the air supply pipe 4 communicates with the garment processing tank 2 via the second air intake port 51 on the door seal 5, and the sterilizing gas in the air supply pipe 4 flows into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the opening at the front of the garment processing tank 2.

[0084] As shown in Figure 5, in this embodiment, the air supply pipe 4 is provided with an air supply valve 41 for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply pipe 4. This controls the communication or blockage between the gas chamber 32 and the door seal 5, thereby more accurately introducing sterilizing gas into the garment processing tank 2 according to the usage status of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user.

[0085] In this embodiment, the garment processing machine may be a washing machine, a clothes dryer, or other equipment equipped with garment processing functions. The garment processing tub 2 may be a single tub, or it may include an outer tub 21 and an inner tub 22 mounted inside the outer tub 21 and provided coaxially with the outer tub 21.

[0086] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 is a single tank, the garments to be processed are located inside the garment processing tank 2. In addition, the sterilizing gas in the air supply pipe 4 is blown into the garment processing tank 2 through the second air intake port 51 on the door seal 5 and flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside of the garment processing tank 2.

[0087] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 includes an outer tank 21 and an inner tank 22, the air supply line 4 is connected to the door seal 5. A second air intake port 51 is provided in the door seal 5 at a position opposite the upper front of the outer tank 21. The sterilizing gas in the air supply line 4 is blown into the outer tank 21 through the second air intake port 51 on the door seal 5. Since there are openings at the front of both the outer tank 21 and the inner tank 22, the sterilizing gas flows from the outer tank 21 towards the inner tank 22. [Examples]

[0088] As shown in Figures 1 to 11, this embodiment further limits the above-described embodiments 1 and 2. A fan 33 is further provided inside the gas chamber 32. The fan 33 is used to draw outside air into the gas chamber 32 from the intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32, and to send outside air that has been irradiated by the optical plasma tube 34 inside the gas chamber 32 into the air supply pipe 4 through the air supply port 36 of the gas chamber 32.

[0089] As shown in Figures 1 to 11, in this embodiment, the photoplasma generation module 3 includes a casing 31, which surrounds the gas chamber 32. The casing 31 has an intake port 35 and an outlet port 36 for the gas chamber 32.

[0090] As shown in Figures 3 and 6, the gas chamber 32 is connected to an intake valve 37 for controlling the opening and closing of the intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32, and / or an air supply valve 38 for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply port 36 of the gas chamber 32, in order to enable the gas chamber 32 to be opened and closed.

[0091] In this embodiment, an intake valve 37 and / or an air supply valve 38 are connected to the gas chamber 32. This allows for appropriate control of the opening or closing of the intake port 35 and / or air supply port 36 of the gas chamber 32, thereby controlling the communication or blockage between the gas chamber 32 and the outside air and / or the air supply pipe 4. This allows the photoplasma generation module 3 to generate sterilizing gas more effectively, improving the sterilization efficiency of the garment processing machine.

[0092] As shown in Figures 1 to 11, in this embodiment, the fan 33 is located on the side of the gas chamber 32 closer to the intake port 35, and the optical plasma tube 34 is located on the side of the gas chamber 32 closer to the supply port 36.

[0093] As shown in Figures 1 to 11, in this embodiment, the gas chamber 32 includes a first chamber 321 and a second chamber 322 that communicate with each other. The fan 33 is provided in the first chamber 321, and the optical plasma tube 34 is provided in the second chamber 322. In order to enable communication between the first chamber 321 and the second chamber 322, an air intake port 35 is provided in the chamber wall of the first chamber 321, and an air supply port 36 is provided in the chamber wall of the second chamber 322.

[0094] In this embodiment, a photoplasma concentration detection device is provided in the gas chamber 32 or in the garment processing tank 2. The photoplasma concentration detection device is used to detect whether the photoplasma concentration in the gas chamber 32 or the photoplasma concentration inside the garment processing tank 2 into which the sterilizing gas is introduced satisfies the sterilization requirement. The photoplasma concentration detection device is a concentration sensor. [Examples]

[0095] As shown in Figures 1 to 11, an embodiment of the present invention provides a garment processing machine that includes a housing 1 and a garment processing tank 2 provided within the housing 1, and further includes a photoplasma generation module 3 having a gas chamber 32. The intake port 35 and outlet port 36 of the gas chamber 32 communicate with the inside of the garment processing tank 2 via an intake pipe 6 and an exhaust pipe 4, respectively, thereby forming a circulating airflow. A photoplasma tube 34 for irradiating the circulating airflow is provided inside the gas chamber 32.

[0096] As shown in Figures 2 to 8, in this embodiment, the intake end of the intake pipe 6 is connected to the upper rear side of the garment processing tank 2, and the intake end of the intake pipe 6 is connected to the gas chamber 32. As a result, the gas inside the garment processing tank 2 is discharged into the gas chamber 32 through the intake pipe 6.

[0097] In this embodiment, the sterilizing gas sterilizes the inside of the garment processing tank 2 and the clothes inside it, and flows from the front to the rear of the garment processing tank 2. During the flow process, the action and effect of the sterilizing gas gradually weaken and is discharged into the intake pipe 6, and then into the gas chamber 32 through the intake pipe 6.

[0098] As shown in Figures 2 to 8, in this embodiment, an exhaust port 24 is provided on the upper rear side of the clothing processing tank 2, and the intake pipe 6 communicates with the inside of the clothing processing tank 2 via the exhaust port 24.

[0099] In this embodiment, the intake pipe 6 is directly connected to the garment processing tank 2 via the exhaust port 24 of the garment processing tank 2. The gas from the garment processing tank 2 is discharged into the intake pipe 6 from the exhaust port 24 on the upper rear side of the garment processing tank 2, and further discharged into the gas chamber 32 of the photoplasma generation module 3.

[0100] As shown in Figures 3 and 6, in this embodiment, the intake pipe 6 is provided with an intake valve 61 for controlling the opening and closing of the intake pipe 6. By controlling the communication or disconnection between the gas chamber 32 and the intake pipe 6, gas from inside the garment processing tank 2 is introduced into the gas chamber 32 according to the usage status of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user, thereby ensuring the relative cleanliness of the inside of the garment processing tank 2.

[0101] As shown in Figures 2 to 8, in this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the gas chamber 32. A door seal 5 is provided between the housing 1 and the front flange of the garment processing tank 2, and the air supply end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the front upper side of the garment processing tank 2 or to the door seal 5. As a result, the circulating airflow that has been irradiated by the optical plasma tube 34 in the gas chamber 32 is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the air supply pipe 4.

[0102] As shown in Figures 2 to 5, in this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the photoplasma generation module 3, and the exhaust end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the upper front side of the garment processing tank 2. The sterilizing gas discharged from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the air supply pipe 4 and flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside. This achieves sterilization and deodorization of the inside of the garment processing tank 2 and the clothes inside.

[0103] As shown in Figures 5 to 8, in this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the photoplasma generation module 3, and the outlet end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the door seal 5. The sterilizing gas discharged from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the air supply pipe 4 and flows into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the door seal 5.

[0104] As shown in Figures 2 to 8, in this embodiment, the radial size of the air supply pipe 4 is larger than the radial size of the air intake pipe 6, which is advantageous for rapidly circulating the airflow. This allows the airflow in the air intake pipe 6 to be rapidly introduced into the gas chamber 32, and the airflow from inside the clothing processing tank 2 is sterilized and deodorized by the photoplasma generation module 3, causing the airflow to circulate rapidly. [Examples]

[0105] As shown in Figures 2 to 5, this embodiment further limits the above-described embodiment 4. A first air intake port 23 is provided on the upper front side of the garment processing tank 2, and the air supply pipe 4 communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank 2 via the first air intake port 23. As a result, the circulating airflow that has been irradiated by the optical plasma tube 34 in the gas chamber 32 is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the air supply pipe 4.

[0106] As shown in Figures 3 and 4, in this embodiment, the air supply pipe 4 is provided with an air supply valve 41 for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply pipe 4. This controls the communication between the gas chamber 32 and the garment processing tank 2, thereby more accurately introducing sterilizing gas into the garment processing tank 2 according to the usage status of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user.

[0107] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 is a single tank, the garments to be processed are located inside the garment processing tank 2. The sterilizing gas in the air supply line 4 is blown directly into the garment processing tank 2 through the first air intake port 23 of the garment processing tank 2 and flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside of the garment processing tank 2, thereby sterilizing and deodorizing the inside of the garment processing tank 2 and the garments. The airflow inside the garment processing tank 2 is discharged into the air intake line 6 through the exhaust port 24 at the rear of the garment processing tank 2, and flows from the air intake line 6 into the gas chamber 32 to form a circulating airflow. The photoplasma tube 34 also irradiates the circulating airflow.

[0108] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 includes an outer tank 21 and an inner tank 22, the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the upper front of the outer tank 21. A first air intake port 23 is provided on the upper front of the outer tank 21, and the sterilizing gas in the air supply pipe 4 is blown into the outer tank 21 through the air supply pipe 4. Since there are openings at the front of both the outer tank 21 and the inner tank 22, the sterilizing gas flows from the outer tank 21 towards the inner tank 22, sterilizing and deodorizing the inside of the inner tank 22 and the clothes. An exhaust port 24 is provided on the upper rear of the outer tank 21. The airflow inside the inner tank 22 flows downward into the outer tank 21 through the opening at the front of the inner tank 22. The airflow inside the outer tank 21 flows from front to rear and is discharged into the air intake pipe 6 through the exhaust port 24 on the upper rear of the outer tank 21, and also flows from the air intake pipe 6 into the gas chamber 32 to form a circulating airflow. In addition, the optical plasma tube 34 irradiates with a circulating airflow. [Examples]

[0109] As shown in Figures 4 to 8, this embodiment further limits the above-described embodiment 4. The front of the garment processing tank 2 is provided with an opening. In addition, a second air intake port 51 is provided at a position on the upper part of the door seal 5, opposite the upper front of the garment processing tank 2. The air supply pipe 4 communicates with the opening at the front of the garment processing tank 2 via the second air intake port 51. This enables communication between the air supply pipe 4 and the garment processing tank 2.

[0110] In this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the photoplasma generation module 3, and the exhaust end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the door seal 5. The sterilizing gas discharged from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the air supply pipe 4 and flows into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the door seal 5. This suppresses the growth of microorganisms attached to the garment processing tank 2 and the clothes, and also decomposes harmful impurities in the air inside the garment processing tank 2 and odor-causing substances attached to the clothes inside into inert compounds.

[0111] As shown in Figures 6 and 7, in this embodiment, the air supply pipe 4 is provided with an air supply valve 41 for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply pipe 4. This controls the communication between the gas chamber 32 and the garment processing tank 2 via the door seal 5, thereby more accurately introducing sterilizing gas into the garment processing tank 2 according to the usage conditions of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user. [Examples]

[0112] As shown in Figures 1 to 8, this embodiment further limits the above-described embodiments 4 to 6. A fan 33 is further provided inside the gas chamber 32. The fan 33 is used to draw gas from the intake pipe 6 into the gas chamber 32 through the intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32, and to send the circulating airflow that has been irradiated by the optical plasma tube 34 inside the gas chamber 32 into the blower pipe 4 through the blower port 36 of the gas chamber 32.

[0113] As shown in Figures 2 to 6, in this embodiment, the photoplasma generation module 3 includes a casing 31, which surrounds the gas chamber 32. The casing 31 has an air intake port 35 and an air supply port 36 for the gas chamber 32.

[0114] As shown in Figures 4 and 8, in this embodiment, the gas chamber 32 is connected to an intake valve 37 for controlling the opening and closing of the intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32, and / or an air supply valve 38 for controlling the opening and closing of the air supply port 36 of the gas chamber 32. This allows the photoplasma generation module 3 to generate sterilizing gas more effectively by controlling the communication or disconnection between the gas chamber 32 and the intake pipe 6 and / or the air supply pipe 4.

[0115] As shown in Figures 2 to 8, in this embodiment, the gas chamber 32 includes a first chamber 321 and a second chamber 322, which are located at the front and rear of the chamber and communicate with each other. A fan 33 is provided in the first chamber 321, and an optical plasma tube 34 is provided in the second chamber 322. The first chamber 321 has an air intake port 35 for the gas chamber 32, and the second chamber 322 has an air supply port 36 for the gas chamber 32.

[0116] As shown in Figures 1 to 8, in this embodiment, the fan 33 is provided on the side of the first chamber 321 closer to the intake port 35, and the optical plasma tube 34 is provided on the side of the second chamber 322 closer to the supply port 36.

[0117] As shown in Figures 1 to 8, in this embodiment, the air inlet 36 of the gas chamber 32 is located at the bottom of the second chamber 322, and the upper end of the suction pipe 6 is connected to the bottom of the gas chamber 32.

[0118] As shown in Figures 1 to 8, in this embodiment, the air supply pipe 4 extends vertically. This is advantageous for rapidly introducing sterilizing gas into the garment processing tank 2 and improving the sterilization efficiency of the garment processing machine. [Examples]

[0119] As shown in Figures 9 to 11, an embodiment of the present invention provides a garment processing machine that includes a garment processing tank 2 and further includes a photoplasma generating module 3 having a gas chamber 32. The air supply port 36 of the gas chamber 32 communicates with the garment processing tank 2 via an air supply pipe 4. The air intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32 communicates with the garment processing tank 2 via a first air intake branch 62 or with the outside air via a second air intake branch 63.

[0120] As shown in Figures 9 to 11, in this embodiment, the first intake branch passage 62 has a first intake port 23 and an exhaust port 24. A second intake port 51 that communicates with the outside air is provided in the first intake branch passage 62 between the first intake port 23 and the exhaust port 24, and the first intake branch passage 62 between the second intake port 51 and the exhaust port 24 forms the second intake branch passage 63.

[0121] In this embodiment, both ends of the first intake duct 62 are connected to the garment processing tank 2 and the gas chamber 32, respectively. Furthermore, both ends of the first intake duct 62 are equipped with a first intake port 23 communicating with the garment processing tank 2 and an exhaust port 24 communicating with the gas chamber 32. This creates an air circulation system between the first intake duct 62, the photoplasma generation module 3, the air supply pipe 4, and the air inside the garment processing tank 2. The second intake duct 63 is a part of the first intake duct 62. Outside air flows into the second intake duct 63 through the second intake port 51, and then flows into the gas chamber 32 through the intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32, thereby achieving airflow circulation.

[0122] As shown in Figures 9 to 11, this embodiment further includes an external connecting pipe 7 connected to the second intake branch passage 63, and the second intake port 51 communicates with the outside air through the external connecting pipe 7. This allows outside air to be introduced into the second intake branch passage 63 through the external connecting pipe 7, thereby achieving a rapid inflow of outside air into the second intake branch passage 63.

[0123] As shown in Figure 9, the second intake port 51 or the external connection pipe 7 is provided with a second intake valve 631 that controls the communication / blocking of the second intake branch passage 63 and the outside air. By controlling the communication / blocking of the gas chamber 32 and the outside air, the garment processing tank 2 and the laundry are disinfected and deodorized according to the usage conditions of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user.

[0124] Preferably, a first intake valve 621 is provided in the first intake branch passage 62 between the first intake port 23 and the second intake port 51 to control the opening / closing of the first intake branch passage 62, thereby controlling the opening / closing of communication between the gas chamber 32 and the inside of the clothing processing tank 2.

[0125] As shown in Figures 9 to 11, in this embodiment, the first intake duct 62 has one end connected to the upper rear side of the clothing processing tank 2 and the other end connected to the gas chamber 32.

[0126] As shown in Figures 9 to 11, in this embodiment, one end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the gas chamber 32. The other end is connected to the upper front side of the clothing processing tank 2 or to a door seal 5 provided on the upper front side of the clothing processing tank 2.

[0127] In this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the photoplasma generation module 3, and the air supply end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the upper front side of the garment processing tank 2. The sterilizing gas discharged from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the intake pipe 6 and flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside.

[0128] In this embodiment, the garment processing machine further includes a housing 1. The photoplasma generation module 3 is provided between the housing 1 and the garment processing tank 2. Air inside the housing 1 flows into the second intake passage 63 through the second intake port 51.

[0129] In this embodiment, a door seal 5 is provided between the housing 1 and the front flange of the garment processing tank 2, and an opening is provided at the front of the garment processing tank 2. The intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the photoplasma generation module 3, and the exhaust end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the door seal 5. Sterilizing gas discharged from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the air supply pipe 4 and flows into the interior of the garment processing tank 2 through the door seal 5 and the opening at the front of the garment processing tank 2.

[0130] As shown in Figures 9 to 11, in this embodiment, the radial size of the first intake duct 62 is larger than the radial size of the air supply pipe 4, which is advantageous for rapidly flowing the circulating airflow. As a result, the airflow in the air supply pipe 4 is rapidly introduced into the gas chamber 32, and the airflow from inside the clothing processing tank 2 is sterilized and deodorized by the photoplasma generation module 3.

[0131] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 is a single tank, the garments to be processed are located inside the garment processing tank 2. The sterilizing gas sent from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the garment processing tank 2 through the air supply pipe 4 and flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside of the garment processing tank 2, thereby sterilizing and deodorizing the inside of the garment processing tank 2 and the garments. The airflow inside the garment processing tank 2 flows to the rear of the garment processing tank 2 and is discharged into the first intake branch 62, from the first intake branch 62 into the gas chamber 32 to form a circulating airflow.

[0132] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 includes an outer tank 21 and an inner tank 22, the sterilizing gas sent from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the outer tank 21 through the air supply pipe 4. Since both the outer tank 21 and the inner tank 22 have openings at their fronts, the sterilizing gas flows downward and enters the inner tank 22, thereby sterilizing and deodorizing the inside of the inner tank 22 and the clothes. The air inside the inner tank 22 flows downward and flows into the outer tank 21 through the opening at the front of the inner tank 22. The airflow inside the outer tank 21 flows to the rear of the garment processing tank 2 and is discharged into the first intake branch 62, from the first intake branch 62 into the gas chamber 32 to form a circulating airflow. [Examples]

[0133] As shown in Figures 10 and 11, this embodiment differs from embodiment 8 in the following respects. Specifically, a three-way valve 8 is provided on the side of the first intake branch passage 62 that is separated from the second intake branch passage 63, or on the second intake port 51. The first intake branch passage 62 and the outside air between the first intake port 23 and the second intake port 51 communicate with the second intake branch passage 63 through the three-way valve 8.

[0134] In this embodiment, the three-way valve 8 is controlled to close the second air intake port 51, thereby connecting the first air intake branch 62 to the gas chamber 32, and thus creating an air circulation system between the first air intake branch 62, the photoplasma generation module 3, the air supply pipe 4, and the air inside the garment processing tank 2. Furthermore, the three-way valve 8 is controlled to shut off the first air intake branch 62, thereby connecting the outside air to the second air intake branch 63, and thus creating a connection between the outside air and the gas chamber 32, thereby supplying fresh air to the inside of the garment processing tank 2. [Examples]

[0135] This embodiment differs from embodiment 8 in the following respects. Specifically, the gas chamber 32 has a first air intake port 35 and a second air intake port 35. The first air intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32 communicates with the clothing processing tank 2 via a first air intake branch 62, and the second air intake port 35 of the gas chamber 32 communicates with the outside air via a second air intake branch 63.

[0136] In this embodiment, the first intake channel 62 communicates with the gas chamber 32 via the first intake port 35, thereby enabling the introduction of air from inside the garment processing tank 2 into the gas chamber 32 of the photoplasma generation module 3. Furthermore, the second intake channel 63 communicates with the gas chamber 32 via the second intake port 35, thereby enabling the introduction of outside air into the gas chamber 32 of the photoplasma generation module 3. This ensures that the first intake channel 62 and the second intake channel 63 are provided independently of each other, thus preventing outside air from flowing back into the garment processing tank 2 through the first intake channel 62.

[0137] In this embodiment, the first intake branch passage 62 is provided with a first intake valve 621 for controlling the opening / closing of the first intake branch passage 62, and / or the second intake branch passage 63 is provided with a second intake valve 631 for controlling the opening / closing of the second intake branch passage 63.

[0138] In this embodiment, the first intake valve 621 controls the connection / disconnection of the first intake branch passage 62, thereby controlling the connection / disconnection of the first intake branch passage 62 to the gas chamber 32. The second intake valve 631 controls the connection / disconnection of the second intake branch passage 63, thereby controlling the connection / disconnection of the gas chamber 32 to the outside air. This allows the garment processing tub 2 and the laundry to be disinfected and deodorized according to the usage conditions of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user. [Examples]

[0139] As shown in Figure 12, an embodiment of the present invention provides a garment processing machine that includes a garment processing tank 2 and further includes a drying air passage 9 for sending hot air into the garment processing tank 2, thereby providing a garment drying function. Both ends of the drying air passage 9 are connected to the front and rear ends of the garment processing tank 2, respectively. A photoplasma tube 34 is provided inside the drying air passage 9 for irradiating the hot air inside the drying air passage 9.

[0140] In this embodiment, the air in the drying air passage 9 forms a circulating airflow together with the air inside the garment processing tank 2. The air inside the garment processing tank 2 flows into the drying air passage 9 and is heated to form hot air. The photoplasma tube 34 irradiates the hot air in the drying air passage 9 to form hot air with sterilization and deodorizing functions inside the drying air passage 9, and diffuses this hot air into the garment processing tank 2 to disinfect and deodorize the clothes.

[0141] As shown in Figure 12, in this embodiment, a mounting hole is provided in the drying air passage 9. The lower end of the optical plasma tube 34 is positioned inside the drying air passage 9, passing through the mounting hole.

[0142] In this embodiment, the photoplasma tube 34 is installed in the drying air passage 9, passing through the mounting hole. As hot air passes around the photoplasma tube 34, the photoplasma and ion clusters emitted from the photoplasma tube 34 decompose oxygen gas and water molecules in the air into hydroxide ions, free oxygen atoms, superoxide ions, and other oxidizing agents, while also generating a certain amount of ozone. However, because the ozone is easily decomposed by the heat generated by the hot air, disinfection and sterilization of the environment space by photoplasma with a low ozone concentration are ensured.

[0143] As shown in Figure 12, in this embodiment, a fan 33 is provided inside the drying air passage 9. The drying air passage 9 also has an air passage inlet 91 and an air passage outlet 92. The fan 33 is provided on the side of the drying air passage 9 closer to the air passage inlet 91, and the optical plasma tube 34 is provided on the side of the drying air passage 9 closer to the air passage outlet 92.

[0144] In this embodiment, the fan 33 creates a circulating airflow by causing the air inside the drying air passage 9 and the garment processing tank 2 to flow. As the air flows through the drying air passage 9, the photoplasma tube 34 irradiates the air to form sterilized air containing an oxidizing agent, thereby performing a sterilization treatment on the garment processing machine.

[0145] As shown in Figure 12, in this embodiment, a heating tube 93 is further provided inside the drying air passage 9. The heating tube 93 is located between the fan 33 and the photoplasma tube 34. As a result, the air inside the garment processing tank 2 flows into the drying air passage 9, is first heated by the heating tube 93 to form dried hot air, and then the dried hot air flows towards the photoplasma tube 34. This is advantageous for reducing the ozone concentration in the sterilized air.

[0146] In this embodiment, the photoplasma and ion clusters emitted from the photoplasma tube 34 decompose oxygen gas and water molecules in the air into hydroxide ions, free oxygen atoms, superoxide ions, and other oxidizing agents, and ozone is also generated as a result. Excess ozone strongly irritates the human respiratory tract, causing symptoms such as sore throat, shortness of breath, and cough. However, the ozone is heated and decomposed by the hot air in the drying air passage 9, thus reducing the ozone concentration in the circulating airflow.

[0147] As shown in Figure 12, in this embodiment, the heating tube 93 is cylindrical. The heating tube 93 is installed horizontally in the drying air passage 9. Since the heating tube 93 extends along the direction of airflow in the drying air passage 9, it is ensured that the air and the heating tube 93 exchange heat more effectively.

[0148] As shown in Figure 12, in this embodiment, the drying air passage 9 is provided with an air intake valve 61 for controlling the opening and closing of the air passage inlet 91. The air intake valve 61 is installed between the fan 33 and the air passage inlet 91 so that the air inside the garment processing tank 2 is drawn into the drying air passage 9 through the air passage inlet 91.

[0149] As shown in Figure 12, in this embodiment, the intake end of the drying air passage 9 is connected to the upper rear side of the garment processing tank 2. As a result, the air inside the garment processing tank 2 flows towards the rear and is discharged into the drying air passage 9 through the air passage inlet 91. The high-temperature, humid air that flows into the drying air passage 9 is dried by the heating tube 93, and the dried air is sterilized and deodorized by the photoplasma tube 34.

[0150] In this embodiment, the hot air from the drying air passage 9 performs sterilization and deodorization on the garment processing tank 2 and the garments. As the hot air flows from the front to the rear of the garment processing tank 2, it absorbs moisture from the garments, forming highly humid air. The highly humid air gradually loses its effectiveness in drying, sterilizing, and deodorizing the garments, and is eventually discharged into the drying air passage 9 from the air passage inlet 91 on the upper rear side of the garment processing tank 2.

[0151] As shown in Figure 12, in this embodiment, the drying air passage 9 is provided with a blower valve 41 for controlling the opening and closing of the air passage outlet 92. The blower valve 41 is installed between the photoplasma tube 34 and the air passage outlet 92 so that the hot air irradiated by the photoplasma tube 34 in the drying air passage 9 is sent into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the air passage outlet 92.

[0152] In this embodiment, the blower valve 41 controls the opening or closing of the air passage outlet 92, thereby controlling the communication or blockage between the drying air passage 9 and the garment processing tank 2. This allows for sterilization and deodorization of the garment processing tank 2 and the garments according to the usage conditions of the garment processing machine or the actual usage needs of the user.

[0153] As shown in Figure 12, this embodiment further includes a housing 1, and the garment processing tank 2 is provided inside the housing 1. A door seal 5 is provided between the housing 1 and the front flange of the garment processing tank 2, and the air outlet end of the drying air passage 9 is connected to the front upper side of the garment processing tank 2 or to the door seal 5. As a result, the hot air that has been irradiated by the optical plasma tube 34 in the drying air passage 9 is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the air passage outlet 92.

[0154] In this embodiment, the air outlet of the drying air passage 9 is connected to the front upper side of the garment processing tank 2 or to the door seal 5. As a result, hot air with sterilization and deodorizing functions is sent into the garment processing tank 2 through the air outlet 92 of the drying air passage 9, suppressing the growth of microorganisms attached to the garment processing tank 2 and the clothes inside the garment processing tank 2, thereby removing unpleasant odors from the clothes.

[0155] As shown in Figure 12, in this embodiment, the inner diameter of the pipe corresponding to the intake end of the drying air passage 9 is larger than the inner diameter of the pipe corresponding to the discharge end of the drying air passage 9, which is advantageous for rapidly flowing the circulating airflow. As a result, the air inside the garment processing tank 2 is rapidly discharged into the drying air passage 9, and the air inside the garment processing tank 2 is sterilized and deodorized by the photoplasma tube 34.

[0156] In this embodiment, a control device 10 is further included. The control device 10 is connected to the optical plasma tube 34 and controls the optical plasma tube 34 to irradiate it with hot air in the drying air passage 9.

[0157] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 is a single tank, the garments to be processed are located inside the garment processing tank 2. The hot air in the drying air passage 9 is blown directly into the garment processing tank 2 through the air passage outlet 92 of the drying air passage 9, and also flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside of the garment processing tank 2, thereby sterilizing and deodorizing the inside of the garment processing tank 2 and the garments. In addition, the humid air inside the garment processing tank 2 is discharged into the drying air passage 9 through the air passage inlet 91 of the drying air passage 9, and the photoplasma tube 34 is irradiated with a circulating airflow.

[0158] In this embodiment, when the garment processing tank 2 includes an outer tank 21 and an inner tank 22, both ends of the drying air passage 9 are connected to both ends of the outer tank 21. Hot air in the drying air passage 9 is blown into the outer tank 21 through the air passage outlet 92 of the drying air passage 9. Since both the front of the outer tank 21 and the front of the inner tank 22 are provided with openings, the hot air enters the inner tank 22 from top to bottom, sterilizing and deodorizing the inside of the inner tank 22 and the clothes. Hot air in the inner tank 22 flows downward into the outer tank 21 from the opening at the front of the inner tank 22. The moist air inside the outer tank 21 is discharged into the drying air passage 9 through the air passage inlet 91 of the drying air passage 9, and the photoplasma tube 34 irradiates it with a circulating airflow. [Examples]

[0159] As shown in Figures 13 to 18, an embodiment of the present invention provides a photoplasma generation module 3. The photoplasma generation module 3 includes a casing 31 in which a gas chamber 32 is formed inside, a photoplasma tube 34 for irradiating the gas in the gas chamber 32, a connecting pipe 30 whose intake end communicates with an air inlet 36 of the gas chamber 32, and a closure member 39 used to control the communication or blockage between the connecting pipe 30 and the gas chamber 32, and which is capable of reciprocating along the inside of the connecting pipe 30.

[0160] In this embodiment, the blocking member 39 reciprocates along the inside of the connecting pipe 30 due to the action of airflow, thereby enabling communication or blockage between the connecting pipe 30 and the gas chamber 32. The structure of the blocking member 39 is simple and easy to control. In addition, the number of parts used is reduced, resulting in lower production costs.

[0161] As shown in Figures 17 and 18, in this embodiment, the connecting pipeline 30 includes at least an inclined pipeline section 301 that extends upward in line with the direction of gas flow. A blocking member 39 is provided within the inclined pipeline section 301. The blocking member 39 moves upward due to the action of the airflow, thereby connecting the connecting pipeline 30 and the gas chamber 32. Alternatively, the blocking member 39 moves downward due to the action of gravity, thereby blocking the connecting pipeline 30 and the gas chamber 32.

[0162] As shown in Figures 17 and 18, in this embodiment, a fan 33 is provided inside the gas chamber 32 to send the gas from the gas chamber 32 into the connecting pipeline 30. As the gas passes through the inclined pipeline section 301, it moves the blocking member 39 upward, connecting the connecting pipeline 30 and the gas chamber 32. In this case, since there is no need to control the opening / closing of the connecting pipeline 30 by a valve assembly, operation becomes even more accurate and simpler.

[0163] As shown in Figures 17 and 18, in this embodiment, a position-regulating stopper 302 extending radially into the interior of the inclined pipeline section 301 is provided on the inner circumferential wall of the inclined pipeline section 301. When gas passes through the inclined pipeline section 301, the blocking member 39 moves upward and comes into close contact with the position-regulating stopper 302, thereby stopping the upward movement of the blocking member 39.

[0164] Preferably, a position-regulating stopper 302 extending radially inside the inclined pipe section 301 is provided around the inner circumferential wall of the inclined pipe section 301. The position-regulating stopper 302 is in close contact with the closing member 39. As a result, the closing member 39 moves upward due to the action of the airflow until it is in close contact with the position-regulating stopper 302, and when the closing member 39 stops moving upward, the sterilizing gas is discharged from the gap between the closing member 39 and the connecting pipe 30.

[0165] As shown in Figures 17 and 18, in this embodiment, the inner diameter of the inclined pipeline section 301 gradually increases along the direction of gas flow. This allows the sterilized gas formed when the gas in the gas chamber 32 is irradiated by the photoplasma tube 34 to flow out more smoothly through the gap between the sealing member 39 and the connecting pipeline 30.

[0166] Preferably, the inclined conduit section 301 is a frustoconical conduit that extends upward. This is advantageous for the sterilizing gas to be discharged through the connecting conduit 30 to sterilize and deodorize the inside of the garment processing machine.

[0167] As shown in Figure 14, a portion of the casing 31 is recessed toward the interior of the gas chamber 32, forming a housing chamber 312 that opens horizontally. An elastic member 18 is provided inside the housing chamber 312, which is fitted into the housing chamber 312. The elastic member 18 has an insertion hole. The housing chamber 312 forms a mounting groove for attaching the elastic member 18. The material of the elastic member can be rubber, silicone, or other elastic material.

[0168] As shown in Figures 17 and 18, in this embodiment, the closing member 39 may be a spherical ball. The material of the ball can be rubber, silicone, plastic, metal, etc. [Examples]

[0169] As shown in Figure 13, an embodiment of the present invention provides a garment processing machine. The garment processing machine includes a housing 1 in which a garment processing tank 2 is provided inside, and one of the above-mentioned optical plasma generating modules 3, the blower end of the connecting pipe 30 which communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank 2 via a blower pipe 4.

[0170] As shown in Figures 13 to 15, in this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the gas chamber 32 via the connecting pipe 30. A door seal 5 is provided between the housing 1 and the front flange of the garment processing tank 2, and the air supply end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the upper front of the garment processing tank 2 or to the door seal 5. As a result, the circulating airflow irradiated by the optical plasma tube 34 in the gas chamber 32 is blown into the interior of the garment processing tank 2 through the intake pipe 6.

[0171] As shown in Figure 13, in this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the photoplasma generation module 3, and the air supply end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the upper front side of the garment processing tank 2. The sterilizing gas discharged from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the intake pipe 6 and flows from the front of the garment processing tank 2 towards the inside.

[0172] As shown in Figure 13, in this embodiment, the intake end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the photoplasma generation module 3, and the outlet end of the air supply pipe 4 is connected to the door seal 5. The sterilizing gas discharged from the photoplasma generation module 3 is blown into the air supply pipe 4 and flows into the inside of the garment processing tank 2 through the door seal 5.

[0173] In this embodiment, the radial size of the intake pipe 6 is larger than the radial size of the blower pipe 4, which is advantageous for rapidly flowing the circulating airflow. As a result, the airflow in the intake pipe 6 is rapidly introduced into the gas chamber 32, and the airflow from inside the garment processing tank 2 is sterilized and deodorized by the photoplasma generation module 3.

[0174] As shown in Figures 13 to 15, in this embodiment, the connecting pipe 30 and the air supply pipe 4 are fixedly connected with hooks, clamps, etc., making attachment and detachment even easier.

[0175] As shown in Figure 13, this embodiment further includes a horizontal beam 15 provided on the ceiling of the housing 1 and a mounting bracket 16 fixedly connected to the horizontal beam 15. The casing 31 is fixedly and detachably connected to the mounting bracket 16 by a insertion structure. As a result, the optical plasma generation module 3 is fixedly connected to the housing 1 via the mounting bracket 16.

[0176] Preferably, connection holes are provided in the horizontal beam 15 and the mounting bracket 16, and the fastening member 19 is inserted sequentially through the connection holes in the horizontal beam 15 and the mounting bracket 16, thereby firmly connecting the horizontal beam 15 and the mounting bracket 16.

[0177] As shown in Figures 13 to 15, in this embodiment, a portion of the casing 31 is recessed toward the inside of the gas chamber 32, forming a housing chamber 312 into which the elastic member 18 is fitted. The elastic member 18 has an insertion hole, and the mounting bracket 16 is provided with a return 161 that is inserted into and fitted into the insertion hole.

[0178] In this embodiment, compared to the case where the photoplasma generation module 3 is directly connected to the mounting bracket 16, the mounting bracket 16 and the elastic member 18 are fixedly connected by a fitting structure. Since the elastic member 18 has a certain cushioning effect, damage to the photoplasma tube 34 due to vibrations of the garment processing machine is reduced.

[0179] As shown in Figures 13, 16, and 17, in this embodiment, the casing 31 is recessed inward to form a connection terminal engagement groove 311 for attaching the connection terminal. The connection terminal is connected to the controller of the garment processing machine and is used to activate the optical plasma tube 34 and irradiate the gas in the gas chamber 32.

[0180] In this embodiment, the garment processing machine may be a washing machine, a clothes dryer, or another garment processing machine equipped with a garment processing function. Furthermore, the garment processing tub 2 may be a single tub, or it may be a combination of an inner tub and an outer tub 21 that communicate with each other.

[0181] In this embodiment, the garment processing machine may be a washing machine, a clothes dryer, or another garment processing machine equipped with a garment processing function. Furthermore, the garment processing tub 2 may be a single tub, or it may be a combination of an inner tub and an outer tub that communicate with each other.

[0182] According to the garment processing machine described above, the gas in the gas chamber 32 is irradiated onto the photoplasma tube 34 to form a sterilizing gas, which is then blown into the garment processing tank 2 through the air supply pipe 4. This not only sterilizes the inside of the garment processing tank 2, but also sterilizes the clothes inside the garment processing tank 2, and has a particularly good sterilizing effect on clothes that cannot withstand high temperatures.

[0183] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the present invention in any way. The present invention has been disclosed as described above by preferred embodiments, but this is not intended to limit the present invention. Minor changes or modifications that a person skilled in the art can implement using the technical content presented above, without departing from the technical solution of the present invention, are equivalent modified embodiments and none of them depart from the content of the technical solution of the present invention. Furthermore, any simple modifications, equivalent modifications and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention all fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A garment processing machine including a housing and a garment processing tank provided within the housing, Includes a light plasma generation module, The aforementioned optical plasma generation module is A casing in which a gas chamber is formed inside, The gas chamber contains a photoplasma tube for irradiating the gas inside the gas chamber, A connecting pipe whose intake end communicates with the air inlet of the gas chamber and whose exhaust end communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank via an air supply pipe, A spherical closure member, used to control the communication or blockage between a connecting pipeline and a gas chamber, and capable of reciprocating along the inside of the connecting pipeline, is included. The connecting pipeline includes at least an inclined pipeline section that extends upward in line with the direction of gas flow, and a closing member is provided within the inclined pipeline section. The gas chamber is equipped with a fan that sends the gas from the chamber into the connecting pipeline. As the gas passes through the inclined pipeline section, it moves a blocking member upward, connecting the connecting pipeline and the gas chamber. The inner diameter of the aforementioned inclined pipeline section gradually increases along the direction of gas flow. The gas chamber's intake port is connected to the outside air, and a light plasma tube is provided inside the gas chamber for irradiating the drawn-in outside air. The air outlet end of the connecting pipe is connected to the inside of the clothing processing tank via the air outlet pipe. Alternatively, the intake port of the gas chamber and the blower end of the connecting pipe communicate with the inside of the garment processing tank via the intake and blower pipes, respectively, to form a circulating airflow. A garment processing machine characterized by the following features.

2. The garment processing machine according to claim 1, characterized in that the photoplasma generation module is provided between the housing and the garment processing tank.

3. The garment processing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that the intake end of the air supply conduit is connected to the gas chamber and the blowing end of the air supply conduit is connected to the front upper side of the garment processing tank, so that outside air that has been irradiated by a photoplasma tube in the gas chamber is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank through the air supply conduit.

4. The garment processing machine according to claim 3, characterized in that a first air intake port is provided on the front upper side of the garment processing tank, and the air supply pipe communicates with the inside of the garment processing tank via the first air intake port.

5. The garment processing machine according to claim 2, characterized in that a door seal is provided between the housing and the front flange of the garment processing tank, and the end of the air supply pipe is connected to the door seal so that outside air or circulating airflow that has been irradiated by the optical plasma tube in the gas chamber is blown into the inside of the garment processing tank through the air supply pipe.

6. The garment processing machine according to claim 5, characterized in that an opening is provided at the front of the garment processing tank, a second air intake is provided at a position on the upper part of the door seal opposite the upper front of the garment processing tank, and the air supply pipe communicates with the opening at the front of the garment processing tank via the second air intake.

7. The garment processing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, further comprising a fan in the gas chamber, the fan being used to draw outside air or airflow in the intake pipe into the gas chamber from the intake port of the gas chamber, and to send outside air that has been irradiated by the photoplasma tube in the gas chamber into the air supply pipe through the air supply port of the gas chamber.

8. A garment processing machine, The garment processing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that the intake port of the gas chamber is in communication with the garment processing tank via a first intake branch passage, or with the outside air via a second intake branch passage.

9. The garment processing machine according to claim 8, characterized in that the gas chamber has a first air intake and a second air intake, the first air intake of the gas chamber is in communication with the garment processing tank via a first air intake branch, and the second air intake of the gas chamber is in communication with the outside air via a second air intake branch.

10. The garment processing machine according to claim 8, characterized in that the first intake branch has a first intake port and an exhaust port, a second intake port that communicates with the outside air is provided in the first intake branch between the first intake port and the exhaust port, and the first intake branch between the second intake port and the exhaust port forms a second intake branch.

11. A garment processing machine, Furthermore, the garment processing machine according to claim 1 includes a drying air passage for sending hot air into the garment processing tank, the ends of the drying air passage are connected to the front and rear ends of the garment processing tank, and a photoplasma tube for irradiating the hot air inside the drying air passage is provided inside the drying air passage.

12. The garment processing machine according to claim 1, wherein a position-regulating stopper extending radially inside the inclined pipeline section is provided on the inner circumferential wall of the inclined pipeline section, and when gas passes through the inclined pipeline section, the closing member moves upward and comes into close contact with the position-regulating stopper, thereby stopping the upward movement of the closing member.

13. A garment processing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that a portion of the casing is recessed toward the inside of the gas chamber, forming a containment chamber that opens horizontally, and an elastic member is provided inside the containment chamber that is fitted into the containment chamber, and an insertion hole is provided in the elastic member.

14. A garment processing machine according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that a photocatalytic excitation layer is provided inside the casing, the photoplasma tube is provided opposite to the photocatalytic excitation layer, or the photocatalytic excitation layer is provided inside the photoplasma tube.

15. The garment processing machine according to claim 14, characterized in that the ultraviolet tube has a frequency range of UVC ultraviolet and / or UVD ultraviolet.

16. Furthermore, the garment processing machine according to claim 1 includes a horizontal beam provided on the ceiling of the housing and a mounting bracket fixedly connected to the horizontal beam, wherein the casing is detachably and fixedly connected to the mounting bracket by an insertion structure.

17. The garment processing machine according to claim 16, characterized in that connection holes are provided in the horizontal beam and the mounting bracket, and the tightening member 19 is inserted sequentially through the connection holes in the horizontal beam and the mounting bracket, thereby firmly connecting the horizontal beam and the mounting bracket.

18. A garment processing machine according to claim 16 or 17, characterized in that a portion of the casing is recessed toward the inside of the gas chamber, forming a housing chamber into which an elastic member is fitted, an insertion hole is provided in the elastic member, and a return is provided on the mounting bracket that is inserted into and fitted into the insertion hole.

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