Input device and garment processing device

Abstract

An input device (100) and a garment treatment device, the input device (100) comprising an input case (10) and a sterilization component (20), the input case (10) defining a water supply chamber (1230) and an input chamber (130) communicating with each other, the sterilization component (20) being provided in the water supply chamber (1230).

Description

Technical Field

[0001] (Cross - reference to Related Applications) This application is filed based on the Chinese patent application with application number 202210304990.2 and filing date March 25, 2022, and claims the priority of the Chinese patent application, and here the entire content of the Chinese patent application is incorporated into this application by reference.

[0002] This application relates to the technical field of clothing treatment devices, particularly to input devices and clothing treatment devices.

Background Art

[0003] In related technologies, washing machines have a sterilization function. However, since the sterilization device is provided in the pipeline between the water supply valve and the washing basket of the washing machine, the pipeline structure becomes complex, the water leakage risk increases, and it occupies space inside the workbench, which is disadvantageous for the layout of the structure inside the workbench.

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] This application aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0005] Therefore, one objective of this application is to provide an input device, and the structure of the input device is simple and the space utilization rate is high.

[0006] This application further provides a clothing treatment device having the above - mentioned input device.

[0007] According to the input device of the first embodiment of this application, it includes an input case and a sterilization component. The input case defines a water supply chamber and an input chamber used for putting in a detergent that communicate with each other, and the sterilization component is provided in the water supply chamber.

[0008] According to the application embodiment of the dispenser, a disinfectant water flow can be formed by providing a disinfectant component in the water supply chamber, and the disinfectant water flow can be mixed with the cleaning agent. In other words, by supplying water through a single conduit, disinfectant substances are released, and then the cleaning agent is diluted and mixed. This results in a simple structure, low cost, effective suppression of bacterial growth, removal of dirt, and guaranteed cleaning efficiency. Compared to related technologies, it avoids complex water supply conduit structures and makes effective use of the space inside the dispenser case.

[0009] According to some embodiments of this application, the sterilization component is provided in the water supply chamber so as to be rotatable.

[0010] In some embodiments, the outer circumferential wall of the sterilization component is provided with a plurality of blades, and the plurality of blades are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the outer circumferential wall of the sterilization component.

[0011] According to some embodiments of this application, the sterilization component comprises a housing and sterilization granules, the housing having a water passage chamber and a plurality of water passage holes connecting the water passage chamber and the water supply chamber, and the sterilization granules are provided in the water passage chamber.

[0012] In some embodiments, a lifter is provided on the wall surface of the water passage chamber.

[0013] In some embodiments, the housing is a transparent component.

[0014] In some embodiments, the housing includes a rotating case and a rotating lid, one end of the rotating case being open, the rotating lid being provided in the opening of the rotating case and defining the rotating case and the water supply chamber, where the other end of the rotating case and the rotating lid are rotatably fitted to two relative side walls of the water supply chamber, and a plurality of water supply holes are provided in at least one of the rotating case and the rotating lid.

[0015] According to some embodiments of this application, the input case defines a water supply channel and a drainage channel, the water supply channel connects the water inlet and the water supply chamber, and the drainage channel connects the water supply chamber and the input chamber.

[0016] In some embodiments, the input case further defines a distribution chamber, the drainage channel and the input chamber are in communication via the distribution chamber, where the distribution chamber is located above the input chamber, a plurality of injection holes are provided in the bottom wall of the distribution chamber, and the injection holes are in communication between the distribution chamber and the input chamber.

[0017] In some specific embodiments, the number of distribution chambers and the input chambers are equal and their positions correspond one-to-one.

[0018] In some specific embodiments, the input case is suitable for comprising an outer shell, a channel component, and a drawer, wherein the outer shell defines a receiving chamber having a side opening, the water inlet is provided in the outer shell, the channel component is provided inside the outer shell and defines the water supply chamber, the channel component itself and / or the space between the channel component and the outer shell defines the water supply channel, the drainage channel, and the distribution chamber, and the drawer is provided in the receiving chamber so as to be pushable and retractable from the opening and defines the input chamber.

[0019] In some examples, the water channel component includes a first channel plate, a second channel plate, and a water supply case, wherein the first channel plate is provided within the outer shell and defines a portion of the water supply channel and the drainage channel between itself and the side wall of the outer shell, the second channel plate is connected to the upper end of the first channel plate, the second channel plate is provided within the outer shell and defines the distribution chamber between itself and the top wall of the outer shell, the water supply case is provided below the second channel plate and connected to the first channel plate, and the water supply case defines the water supply chamber.

[0020] In some examples, the water supply case further defines another part of the drainage channel, and the other part of the drainage channel is located below the water supply chamber.

[0021] In some examples, the water supply case includes a fixed case and an end cap. One end of the fixed case is connected to the first water channel plate and the other end is open. The end cap is removably provided at the open end of the fixed case, and the space between the end cap and the fixed case defines the water supply chamber.

[0022] In some specific examples, both ends of the sterilization component are respectively and rotatably fitted with the end cap and the bottom wall of the fixed case.

[0023] In some specific examples, a relief hole is provided at a position facing the end cap of the drawer, so that the end cap is exposed.

[0024] In some specific examples, the end cap is a transparent component.

[0025] In some embodiments, the drawer has a relief portion used to avoid the water supply case.

[0026] In some specific embodiments, the input chamber includes a first input chamber and a second input chamber arranged at intervals, and the relief portion is formed as a relief recess located between the first input chamber and the second input chamber, and a liquid leakage hole is provided in the bottom wall of the relief recess.

[0027] According to the clothing treatment device of the second embodiment of the present application, it includes the input device described by the above embodiment.

[0028] Additional aspects and advantages of the present application are partially shown in the following description, partially will become apparent from the following description, or will be understood by the implementation of the present application.

[0029] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present application will become apparent and be readily understood from the description of the embodiments in combination with the following drawings.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0030] [Figure 1] FIG. 1 is a schematic structural diagram of an input device according to an embodiment of the present application, where the drawer is in a closed state.

[0031] [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a schematic structural diagram of an input device according to an embodiment of the present application, where the drawer is in an open state.

[0032] [Figure 3] FIG. 3 is an exploded structural diagram of an input device according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0033] [Figure 4] FIG. 4 is a front view of an input device according to an embodiment of the present application. <(

[0034] [Figure 5] FIG. 5 is a structural cross-sectional view taken along line A-A in FIG. 4.

[0035] [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a structural cross-sectional view of an input device according to an embodiment of the present application with the outer shell removed.

[0036] [Figure 7] FIG. 7 is a schematic structural diagram of a waterway component of an input device according to an embodiment of the present application from one perspective.

[0037] [Figure 8] FIG. 8 is a schematic structural diagram of a waterway component of an input device according to an embodiment of the present application from another perspective.

[0038] [Figure 9] FIG. 9 is a structural cross-sectional view of a waterway component of an input device according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0039] [Figure 10] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram of the structure of one end cap of a feeding device according to an embodiment of this application, viewed from one angle.

[0040] [Figure 11] Figure 11 is a cross-sectional view of the structure of the end cap of the feeding device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0041] [Figure 12] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the sterilization component of the feeding device according to an embodiment of this application.

[0042] [Figure 13] Figure 13 is a schematic diagram of the structure of one of the drawers of the feeding device according to an embodiment of this application, viewed from a single angle.

[0043] [Figure 14] Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the drawer of the feeding device according to an embodiment of this application, viewed from another angle. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0044] The embodiments of this application will be described in detail below, with examples of such embodiments shown in the drawings, where the same or similar reference numerals throughout indicate the same or similar elements, or elements having the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the drawings are illustrative and are used solely for the purpose of illustrating this application and should not be understood as limiting this application.

[0045] The input device 100 and garment processing device according to the embodiment of this application will be described below with reference to Figures 1 to 14.

[0046] As shown in Figures 1 to 6, the dispensing device 100 according to the embodiment of this application includes a dispensing case 10 and a sterilization component 20, the dispensing case 10 defines a water supply chamber 1230 and a dispensing chamber 130, the water supply chamber 1230 and the dispensing chamber 130 are in communication with each other, the dispensing chamber 130 is used for dispensing the cleaning agent, and the sterilization component 20 is provided in the water supply chamber 1230.

[0047] During operation, the water supply valve is opened, and water flows into the water supply chamber 1230 of the input device 100. The water entering the water supply chamber 1230 comes into contact with the sterilization component 20, allowing the water to acquire a sterilization function. The water with the sterilization function then flows out of the water supply chamber 1230 and enters the input chamber 130, where it mixes with the cleaning agent in the input chamber 130, allowing the water to acquire sterilization and cleaning functions, and is used for cleaning.

[0048] According to the application embodiment of the input device 100, a sterilization water flow can be formed by providing a sterilization component 20 in the water supply chamber 1230, and the sterilization water flow can be mixed with the cleaning agent. That is, by supplying water through a single conduit, the sterilizing substance is released and then the cleaning agent is diluted and mixed. This results in a simple structure, low cost, effective suppression of bacterial growth, removal of dirt, and guaranteed cleaning performance. Compared to related technologies, it avoids a complex water supply conduit structure and effectively utilizes the space inside the input case 10.

[0049] As shown in Figures 5 and 6, according to some embodiments of this application, the sterilization component 20 is provided in a rotatable manner in the water supply chamber 1230, allowing water to come into sufficient contact with the sterilization component 20, thereby significantly improving the sterilization and bacteriostatic functions of the water.

[0050] Here, multiple blades 2112 are provided on the outer circumferential wall of the sterilization component 20, and the multiple blades 2112 are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the outer circumferential wall of the sterilization component 20. During operation, the water entering the water supply chamber 1230 strikes the multiple blades 2112, driving the sterilization component 20 to roll and ensuring sufficient contact between the water and the sterilization component 20.

[0051] As shown in Figure 6, according to some embodiments of this application, the sterilization component 20 includes a housing 21 and sterilization granules 22, the housing 21 having a water passage chamber 2101 and a plurality of water passage holes 2102, the water passage holes 2102 can connect the water passage chamber 2101 and the water supply chamber 1230, and the sterilization granules 22 are provided in the water passage chamber 2101.

[0052] Specifically, water entering the water supply chamber 1230 flows into the water passage chamber 2101 through multiple water passage holes 2102, and the water entering the water passage chamber 2101 comes into sufficient contact with the sterilizing granules 22, thereby enabling the water to have a sterilizing function. The sterilized water in the water passage chamber 2101 flows into the water supply chamber 1230 through multiple water passage holes 2102, and can also enter the input chamber 130, where it can be mixed with the cleaning agent in the input chamber 130 and used for cleaning.

[0053] As shown in Figure 6, in some embodiments, a plurality of blades 2112 are provided on the outer circumferential wall of the housing 21, and the plurality of blades 2112 are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the outer circumferential wall of the housing 21. During operation, the water entering the water supply chamber 1230 strikes the blades 2112 on the housing 21, driving the housing 21 to roll. When the housing 21 rolls, it causes displacement and friction of the sterilizing granules 22 in the water passage chamber 2101, allowing the solid sterilizing granules 22 to be released quickly, and by thoroughly mixing the sterilizing granules 22 with water, the water has sterilizing and bacteriostatic functions.

[0054] As shown in Figure 6, in some embodiments, a lifter 2111 is provided on the wall surface of the water passage chamber 2101.

[0055] In some specific embodiments, the lifter 2111 may include one lifter 2111 that extends along the axial direction of the housing 21, and as the housing 21 rolls, the lifter 2111 moves upward to increase the altitude of the sterilizing granules 22, and as the housing 21 continues to roll, the sterilizing granules 22 are thrown by gravity, and collisions and friction occur with the housing 21, causing the solid sterilizing granules 22 to be rapidly released and the sterilizing granules 22 to be thoroughly mixed with water, so that the water has sterilizing and bacteriostatic properties.

[0056] In some other specific embodiments, the lifters 2111 may include a plurality of lifters 2111, which are spaced apart along the circumferential direction of the peripheral wall of the housing 21, with each lifter 2111 extending along the axial direction of the housing 21, and by providing a plurality of lifters 2111, the bactericidal granules 22 can be raised using the plurality of lifters 2111, and the frequency of collision and friction between the bactericidal granules 22 and the housing 21 can be further increased.

[0057] In some embodiments, the housing 21 is a transparent component. By providing the housing 21 as a transparent component, the visibility of the sterilization function is improved, and the user can observe the state of the sterilization granules 22 through the housing 21, allowing them to add the sterilization granules 22 in a timely manner based on demand. This also allows them to form an intuitive understanding of the sterilization function, improving user confidence and user experience.

[0058] In some specific embodiments, the feeding device 100 further includes a light-emitting component (not shown in the drawings) which illuminates the inside of the housing 21, making the sterilization function more directly visible.

[0059] As shown in Figures 6 and 12, in some embodiments, the housing 21 includes a rotating case 211 and a rotating lid 212, the rotating case 211 having both ends, one end of the rotating case 211 being open, the rotating lid 212 being provided at the opening of the rotating case 211 so as to be able to close the opening of the rotating case 211, and if the fitting of the rotating lid 212 and the rotating case 211 is appropriate, the rotating lid 212 and the rotating case 211 define a water passage chamber 2101, and a plurality of water passage holes 2102 are provided in the rotating case 211 and / or the rotating lid 212.

[0060] When the sterilization component 20 is installed in the water supply chamber 1230, the other end of the rotating case 211 rotatably engages with one side wall of the water supply chamber 1230, and the rotating lid 212 rotatably engages with the other side wall of the water supply chamber 1230, that is, both ends of the housing 21 of the sterilization component 20 rotatably engage with the two relative side walls of the water supply chamber 1230, ensuring that the housing 21 can roll within the water supply chamber 1230.

[0061] During operation, the water entering the water supply chamber 1230 strikes multiple blades 2112 in the housing 21, driving the housing 21 to rotate. As the housing 21 rolls, it causes displacement of the sterilization granules 22, resulting in collisions and friction between the housing 21 and the granules. In this process, the water in the water supply chamber 1230 can enter the water passage chamber 2101 through multiple water passage holes 2102. The water and sterilization granules 22 are thoroughly mixed, giving the water sterilization and bacteriostatic properties. This sterilization and bacteriostatic water can then flow back into the water supply chamber 1230 through the multiple water passage holes 2102, and finally enters the input chamber 130, where it mixes with the cleaning agent and is used for cleaning.

[0062] As shown in Figures 5 to 9, according to some embodiments of this application, the input case 10 defines a water supply channel 101, which connects the water inlet 111 and the water supply chamber 1230, and water flows from the water inlet 111 through the water supply channel 101, entering the water supply chamber 1230 and mixing thoroughly with the sterilization component 20. Here, the water inlet 111 can be directly connected to a water supply valve, allowing water to flow into the water supply chamber 1230, or the water inlet 111 can be connected to the water supply valve via a pipeline.

[0063] This makes it convenient to connect the water supply chamber 1230 and the water inlet 111 by providing a water supply channel 101 in the input case 10, and also allows the shape and structure of the water supply channel 101 to be designed according to demand, thus expanding the range of applications.

[0064] Furthermore, the input case 10 further defines the drainage channel 102, which connects the water supply chamber 1230 and the input chamber 130. Water in the water supply chamber 1230 enters the water passage chamber 2101 through multiple water passage holes 2102, and the water and sterilizing granules 22 are thoroughly mixed, giving the water sterilizing and bacteriostatic properties. This water with sterilizing and bacteriostatic properties then flows back into the water supply chamber 1230 through the multiple water passage holes 2102, enters the input chamber 130 via the drainage channel 102, and can be mixed with the cleaning agent for use in cleaning.

[0065] This makes it convenient to connect the water supply chamber 1230 and the input chamber 130 by providing a drainage channel 102 in the input case 10, and also allows the shape and structure of the drainage channel 102 to be designed according to demand, thus having a wide range of applications.

[0066] As shown in Figure 5, in some embodiments, the input case 10 further defines the distribution chamber 103, and the drainage channel 102 and the input chamber 130 communicate through the distribution chamber 103, where the distribution chamber 103 is located above the input chamber 130, and a plurality of injection holes 1221 are provided in the bottom wall of the distribution chamber 103, with the injection holes 1221 communicating the distribution chamber 103 and the input chamber 130.

[0067] Specifically, the water with sterilizing properties in the water supply chamber 1230 can flow to the distribution chamber 103 via the drainage channel 102. The distribution chamber 103 is located above the input chamber 130, and therefore, the water in the distribution chamber 103 flows downward to the input chamber 130 via the injection holes 1221, allowing it to mix with the cleaning agent in the input chamber 130 and be used for cleaning.

[0068] By providing a distribution chamber 103 above the input chamber 130, the flow of water with sterilization properties is guided into the designated input chamber 130, where it is mixed with the cleaning agent, resulting in a simple structure and low cost.

[0069] In some specific embodiments, the number of distribution chambers 103 and input chambers 130 are equal, and their positions correspond one-to-one.

[0070] For example, there may be only one distribution chamber 103 and one input chamber 130. The distribution chamber 103 is located directly above the input chamber 130, and water entering the distribution chamber 103 flows downwards through multiple injection holes 1221 due to gravity, thereby flowing into the input chamber 130.

[0071] For example, the number of distribution chambers 103 and input chambers 130 may each be two. Specifically, as shown in the drawing, the distribution chamber 103 includes a first distribution chamber 103 located on the left and a second distribution chamber 103 located on the right, and correspondingly the input chamber 130 includes a first input chamber 130 located on the left and a second input chamber 130 located on the right, with the first distribution chamber 103 located directly above the first input chamber 130 and the second distribution chamber 103 being Located directly above the second input chamber 130, the water in the water supply chamber 1230 can enter the first distribution chamber 103 via the drainage channel 102 and flow downward into the first input chamber 130 through a plurality of injection holes 1221 in the bottom wall of the first distribution chamber 103, and can also enter the second distribution chamber 103 via the drainage channel 102 and flow downward into the second input chamber 130 through a plurality of injection holes 1221 in the bottom wall of the second distribution chamber 103.

[0072] Naturally, the number of distribution chambers 103 and input chambers 130 can each be multiple (three or more), and the design can be carried out according to the specific situation for the layout of multiple distribution chambers 103 and multiple input chambers 130, but the explanation will be omitted here.

[0073] As shown in Figures 3 to 5, in some specific embodiments, the input case 10 includes an outer shell 11, the outer shell 11 defines a containment chamber 110, the containment chamber 110 has an opening, and a water inlet 111 is provided on the outer shell 11. That is, the outer shell 11 can be an external structural component of the input device 100, the opening of the outer shell 11 can be provided on the front of the outer shell 11, and the water inlet 111 can be provided on the rear of the outer shell 11.

[0074] As shown in Figures 5 to 9, the input case 10 further includes a water channel component 12, the water channel component 12 is provided inside the outer shell 11, and the water channel component 12 defines a water supply chamber 1230, and the water channel component 12 itself can define a water supply channel 101, a drainage channel 102 and a distribution chamber 103, or the space between the water channel component 12 and the outer shell 11 defines the water supply channel 101, a drainage channel 102 and a distribution chamber 103, or the water channel component 12 itself defines part of the water supply channel 101, a drainage channel 102 and a distribution chamber 103, and the space between the water channel component 12 and the outer shell 11 defines another part of the water supply channel 101, a drainage channel 102 and a distribution chamber 103, resulting in a simple structure that is easy to implement.

[0075] Here, the waterway component 12 and the outer shell 11 can be fixedly connected by fasteners, or they can be connected by a snap-fit ​​structure.

[0076] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 3, 5, and 13-14, the input case 10 is suitable to further include a drawer 13, the drawer 13 being provided in the receiving chamber 110 so as to be pushable and retractable from an opening, and the drawer 13 defining the input chamber 130. Providing the drawer 13 is advantageous for the user in putting the cleaning agent into the input chamber 130 and simplifies the operation.

[0077] As shown in Figures 7 to 9, in some examples, the water channel component 12 includes a first water channel plate 121 and a second water channel plate 122, the first water channel plate 121 is provided inside the outer shell 11, the space between the first water channel plate 121 and the side wall of the outer shell 11 defines a portion of the water supply channel 101 and the drainage channel 102, the second water channel plate 122 is connected to the upper end of the first water channel plate 121, the second water channel plate 122 is provided inside the outer shell 11, and the space between the second water channel plate 122 and the top wall of the outer shell 11 defines a distribution chamber 103, resulting in a simple structure and convenient molding.

[0078] In some specific examples, the water supply channel 101 includes a first water supply channel 1011, a second water supply channel 1012, and a third water supply channel 1013, with the second water supply channel 1012 connecting the first water supply channel 1011 and the third water supply channel 1013; and the drainage channel 102 includes a first drainage channel 1021, a second drainage channel 1022, and a third drainage channel 1023, with the second drainage channel 1022 connecting the first drainage channel 1021 and the third drainage channel 1023.

[0079] The space between the first channel plate 121 and the inner surface of the side wall of the outer shell 11 defines the first water supply channel 1011, the space between the first channel plate 121 and the inner surface of the top wall of the outer shell 11 defines the second water supply channel 1012, and the space between the first channel plate 121 and the second channel plate 122 defines the third water supply channel 1013.

[0080] The space between the first channel plate 121 and the inner surface of the top wall of the outer shell 11 defines the first drainage channel 1021, and the space between the first channel plate 121 and the inner surface of the side wall of the outer shell 11 defines the second drainage channel 1022.

[0081] Furthermore, as shown in Figures 7 to 9, the water channel component 12 further includes a water supply case 123, which is located below the second water channel plate 122, and the water supply case 123 is connected to the first water channel plate 121, with the water supply case 123 defining a water supply chamber 1230. By providing the water supply case 123, a water supply chamber 1230 used for placing the sterilization component 20 can be defined, effectively utilizing the space below the second water channel plate 122 and improving space utilization.

[0082] In some examples, the water supply case 123 further defines another part of the drainage channel 102, namely a third drainage channel 1023, which is located below the water supply chamber 1230. Specifically, the third drainage channel 1023 extends along the longitudinal direction of the water supply case 123 (the front-to-back direction as shown in Figure 7), and a communication port 1237 is provided in the bottom wall of the water supply chamber 1230. The communication between the third drainage channel 1023 and the communication port 1237 allows water in the water supply chamber 1230 to enter the drainage channel 102 through the communication port 1237 and eventually flow into the input chamber 130 to mix with the detergent.

[0083] As shown in Figures 5 and 6, in some examples, the water supply case 123 includes a fixed case 1231 and an end cap 1232, one end of the fixed case 1231 is connected to the first water channel plate 121, the other end of the fixed case 1231 is open, and the end cap 1232 is removablely provided at the opening of the fixed case 1231, defining the water supply chamber 1230 between the end cap 1232 and the fixed case 1231. By providing the water supply case 123 with the above structure, it becomes convenient to put in and take out the sterilization component 20, and the water supply case 123 defines the position of the sterilization component 20, allowing the sterilization component 20 to effectively exert its sterilization function.

[0084] In some specific examples, the end cap 1232 and the fixing case 1231 rotate and snap together.

[0085] Specifically, multiple snaps 1235 are provided on the outer circumferential wall of the end cap 1232, and the multiple snaps 1235 are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the outer circumferential wall of the end cap 1232. Correspondingly, multiple snap grooves 1236 are provided on the inner circumferential wall of the fixing case 1231 near the opening, and the multiple snap grooves 1236 snap-fit ​​into place one-to-one with the multiple snaps 1235, ensuring the reliability of the connection between the two and making attachment and detachment more convenient.

[0086] Here, the circumferential dimensions of the inner wall of the fixing case 1231 of the snap groove 1236 and the opening of the snap groove 1236 are greater than or equal to the circumferential dimensions of the outer wall of the end cap 1232 of the snap 1235, and the opening of the snap groove 1236 is formed as a necking. When attaching the end cap 1232 to the fixing case 1231, the multiple snaps 1235 on the end cap 1232 are aligned with the openings of the multiple snap grooves 1236 on the fixing case 1231, the end cap 1232 is pushed and slid inward along the axial direction of the fixing case 1231, and the end cap 1232 is rolled to slide the snaps 1235 into the depths of the snap groove 1236, ensuring a reliable connection between the end cap 1232 and the fixing case 1231.

[0087] As shown in Figure 8, in some specific examples, the snap groove 1236 includes a first groove segment 12361 and a second groove segment 12362, the first groove segment 12361 extending along the circumferential direction of the inner wall of the fixed case 1231, the second groove segment 12362 extending along the axial direction of the inner wall of the fixed case 1231, one end of the second groove segment 12362 being formed as an opening in the snap groove 1236, the other end of the second groove segment 12362 communicating with one end of the first groove segment 12361, and when the end cap 1232 and the fixed case 1231 are properly assembled, the snap 1235 on the end cap 1232 snap-fits with the first groove segment 12361.

[0088] In some specific examples, both ends of the sterilization component 20 are rotatably fitted to the end cap 1232 and the bottom wall of the fixing case 1231, respectively, ensuring that the sterilization component 20, which is subjected to the water flow, can roll within the water supply chamber 1230.

[0089] For example, one of the sterilization component 20 and end cap 1232 has a rotating shaft and the other has an axial hole that fits with the rotating shaft, and similarly, one of the bottom walls of the sterilization component 20 and fixing case 1231 has a rotating shaft and the other has an axial hole that fits with the rotating shaft, resulting in a simple structure, easy attachment and detachment, and easy implementation.

[0090] As shown in Figure 6, in this embodiment, a first rotating shaft 213 and a second rotating shaft 214 are provided at both ends of the sterilization component 20, respectively. Correspondingly, a first shaft hole 1233 is provided in the end cap 1232 at a position opposite to the sterilization component 20, and a second shaft hole 1234 is provided in the bottom wall of the fixed case 1231 at a position opposite to the sterilization component 20. The first rotating shaft 213 fits into the first shaft hole 1233, and the second rotating shaft 214 fits into the second shaft hole 1234, thereby ensuring that the sterilization component 20 can roll within the water supply chamber 1230.

[0091] In some specific examples, the first channel plate 121, the second channel plate 122, and the fixing case 1231 are integrally molded. Integrating the above structure reduces the number of parts and omits connecting parts and other structural components, thereby simplifying the structure and reducing the assembly process, which is advantageous in improving production efficiency.

[0092] In some specific examples, the drawer 13 is provided with a relief hole 133, and the relief hole 133 is positioned directly opposite the end cap 1232, thereby exposing the end cap 1232.

[0093] Here, the outer circumferential wall of the end cap 1232 has an annular stepped surface, and the relief hole 133 fits with the annular stepped surface of the end cap 1232, thereby limiting the end cap 1232 and preventing it from detaching from the fixing case 1231, thereby ensuring the reliability and stability of the mounting of the sterilization component 20.

[0094] In some specific examples, the end cap 1232 is a transparent component. By providing the end cap 1232 as a transparent component, the visibility of the sterilization function is improved, and the user can form an intuitive understanding of the sterilization function by observing the rolling state of the sterilization component 20 through the end cap 1232, thereby improving user confidence and user experience.

[0095] As shown in Figures 13 to 14, in some embodiments, the drawer 13 has a relief section, which is used to avoid the water supply case 123, and by ensuring that the drawer 13 can be properly installed inside the outer shell 11, it is ensured that the filling device 100 can be used normally.

[0096] In some specific embodiments, the input chamber 130 includes a first input chamber 130 and a second input chamber 130, which are spaced apart, with a relief portion formed as a relief recess 131, which is located between the first input chamber 130 and the second input chamber 130, and a liquid leakage hole 132 is provided in the bottom wall of the relief recess 131. By providing the liquid leakage hole 132 in the relief recess 131, it is ensured that water leaking from the water supply case 123 can flow into the outer shell 11, and ultimately into the designated component, preventing it from remaining in the relief recess 131.

[0097] Specifically, the drawer 13 includes a first input box, a second input box, and an outer baffle, with the first and second input boxes spaced apart and positioned on one side of the outer baffle, the first input box defining the first input chamber 130, the second input box defining the second input chamber 130, and the first and second input boxes being connected via a connecting plate, thereby ensuring the structural tightness and strength of the drawer 13 and preventing deformation of the drawer 13.

[0098] Furthermore, a liquid leakage hole 132 is provided in the connecting plate, allowing water leaking from the water supply case 123 or splashing onto the connecting plate to flow into the outer shell 11 through the liquid leakage hole 132, ensuring that it is ultimately deposited into the designated component and preventing any residual liquid from remaining on the connecting plate.

[0099] Here, a detergent or fabric softener can be placed in the first input chamber 130, and a siphon structure can be provided in the first input chamber 130 to enable the input of the detergent or fabric softener. A laundry powder detergent can be placed in the second input chamber 130, and a communication port can be provided in the bottom wall and / or side wall of the second input chamber 130 to enable the input of the laundry powder detergent. During operation, the water in the water supply chamber 1230 enters the first input chamber 130 and the second input chamber 130 respectively, where it is mixed with the detergent, fabric softener, or laundry powder detergent and ultimately used for washing.

[0100] In some embodiments, there is a gap between the bottom wall of the drawer 13 and the bottom wall of the outer shell 11, and when the drawer 13 is in a closed state, the space between the outer end of the drawer 13 and the outer end of the bottom wall of the outer shell 11 defines an inlet 104, allowing the diluted cleaning agent and sterilizing water in the inlet chamber 130 to be poured into the designated location.

[0101] The following describes the water channel structure of the input device 100 according to the embodiment of this application, using the drawings as a reference.

[0102] According to some embodiments of this application, the input device 100 includes an input case 10, the input case 10 defines a water supply channel 101, a water supply chamber 1230, a drainage channel 102, and a distribution chamber 103, the inlet of the water supply channel 101 is suitable to communicate with a water inlet 111, the outlet of the water supply channel 101 is suitable to communicate with the inlet of the water supply chamber 1230, the outlet of the water supply chamber 1230 is suitable to communicate with the inlet of the drainage channel 102, and the outlet of the drainage channel 102 is suitable to communicate with the distribution chamber 103.

[0103] In some embodiments, the water supply channel 101 includes a first water supply channel 1011, a second water supply channel 1012, and a third water supply channel 1013, where one end of the first water supply channel 1011 communicates with the water inlet 111 and the other end of the first water supply channel 1011 communicates with one end of the second water supply channel 1012, and one end of the third water supply channel 1013 communicates with the inlet of the water supply chamber 1230 and the other end of the third water supply channel 1013 communicates with the other end of the second water supply channel 1012.

[0104] In some embodiments, the drainage channel 102 includes a first drainage channel 1021, a second drainage channel 1022, and a third drainage channel 1023, where one end of the first drainage channel 1021 communicates with the distribution chamber 103 and the other end of the first drainage channel 1021 communicates with one end of the second drainage channel 1022, and one end of the third drainage channel 1023 communicates with the outlet of the water supply chamber 1230 and the other end of the third drainage channel 1023 communicates with the other end of the second drainage channel 1022.

[0105] Here, the input case 10 may have a horizontal direction, a vertical direction, and a vertical direction, where the horizontal direction is the left-right direction shown in Figure 7, the vertical direction is the front-back direction shown in Figure 7, and the vertical direction is the up-down direction shown in Figure 7.

[0106] The first water supply channel 1011 extends vertically, the second water supply channel 1012 extends horizontally, and the third water supply channel 1013 extends vertically, with the first water supply channel 1011 located below the third water supply channel 1013. Furthermore, the first drainage channel 1021 extends vertically, the second drainage channel 1022 extends vertically, and the third drainage channel 1023 extends vertically, with the first drainage channel 1021 located above the third drainage channel 1023.

[0107] Here, the first water supply channel 1011 and the second drainage channel 1022 are located in the same vertical plane, the second water supply channel 1012 and the first drainage channel 1021 are located in the same horizontal plane, and the third water supply channel 1013 is located directly above the third drainage channel 1023.

[0108] The number of first drainage channels 1021 may be the same as the number of distribution chambers 103. For example, there may be multiple first drainage channels 1021 and multiple distribution chambers 103, with one end of each of the multiple first drainage channels 1021 communicating with one of the multiple distribution chambers 103 in a one-to-one correspondence, and the other end of each of the multiple first drainage channels 1021 communicating with the same second drainage channel 1022.

[0109] In some examples, the third water supply channel 1013 is located directly above the third drainage channel 1023, and the inlet of the water supply chamber 1230 is located above the outlet of the water supply chamber 1230.

[0110] Furthermore, the distribution chamber 103 is located above the water supply chamber 1230. In some specific examples, there may be two or more distribution chambers 103, and the water supply chamber 1230 is provided between two adjacent distribution chambers 103, ensuring that water in the distribution chambers 103 can be supplied to the corresponding positions.

[0111] According to some embodiments of this application, the input case 10 includes an outer shell 11 and a water channel component 12, the water channel component 12 being provided inside the outer shell 11, wherein the water channel component 12 includes a first water channel plate 121, a second water channel plate 122, and a water supply case 123.

[0112] The first channel plate 121 includes a side plate 1211 and a top plate 1212, the upper end of the side plate 1211 is connected to the top plate 1212, the space between the top plate 1212 of the first channel plate 121 and the top wall of the outer shell 11 defines the first drainage channel 1021 and the second water supply channel 1012, and the space between the side plate 1211 of the first channel plate 121 and the side wall of the outer shell 11 defines the first water supply channel 1011 and the second drainage channel 1022.

[0113] The second channel plate 122 is placed on the top plate 1212 of the first channel plate 121, and the space between the top plate and the second channel plate defines the third water supply channel 1013, while the space between the second channel plate 122 and the top wall of the outer shell 11 defines the distribution chamber 103.

[0114] The water supply case 123 is provided below the second water channel plate 122, and the water supply case 123 is connected to the side plate 1211 of the first water channel plate 121, and the water supply case 123 defines the water supply chamber 1230 and the third drainage channel 1023 located below the water supply chamber 1230.

[0115] As a result, the first channel plate 121, the second channel plate 122, and the water supply case 123 fit together with the outer shell 11, thereby defining the water supply channel and the drainage channel.

[0116] Here, by providing a first watertight rib on the first channel plate 121, the water supply channel 101 and the drainage channel 102 can be separated, and by providing a second watertight rib on the second channel plate 122, the multiple distribution chambers 103 can be separated.

[0117] The following describes the drawer 13 of the input device 100 according to the embodiment of this application, using the drawings as a reference.

[0118] As shown in Figures 13 and 14, according to some embodiments of this application, the drawer 13 includes an outer baffle and an input box, where one side surface of the outer baffle is formed as the external surface of the input device 100, the input box is connected to the other side surface of the outer baffle, and the input box defines an input chamber 130 having a top opening. Furthermore, a relief is provided on one side of the outer baffle facing away from the external surface, used to avoid sterilization components.

[0119] In some embodiments, the relief section is formed as a connecting plate, and the connecting plate connects to the input box and the outer baffle, respectively, and when the drawer 13 is closed, the connecting plate is located below the sterilization component. In some specific embodiments, the sterilization component is provided in the water supply case 123 of the input case 10 of the input device 100, and when the drawer 13 is closed, the connecting plate is located below the water supply case 123.

[0120] In some specific embodiments, the connecting plate is provided with multiple leak holes 132 to ensure that any water splashed onto the connecting plate can flow out through the leak holes 132, thereby preventing any residual liquid from remaining on the connecting plate.

[0121] Specifically, as shown in Figure 13, multiple leak holes 132 can be arranged at intervals along the longitudinal and / or widthwise directions of the connecting plate. For example, multiple leak holes 132 can be arranged on the connecting plate in sets of multiple leak holes 132, these sets of multiple leak holes 132 can be arranged at intervals along the longitudinal direction of the connecting plate, the multiple leak holes 132 within each set of leak holes 132 can be arranged at intervals along the widthwise direction of the connecting plate, and the multiple leak holes 132 within two adjacent sets of leak holes 132 can be offset in the widthwise direction of the connecting plate.

[0122] Here, the leak hole 132 can be formed as an elongated hole, or it can be formed as a round hole, etc.

[0123] In some embodiments, the input box includes two input boxes, each being a first input box and a second input box, which are spaced apart along the longitudinal direction of the outer baffle, with a connecting plate connecting the first input box and the second input box, defining a relief area between the first input box, the second input box and the connecting plate, and the connecting plate forming the bottom wall of the relief area. When the drawer 13 is in the closed position, the connecting plate is located below the water supply case 123 and between the first input box and the second input box.

[0124] In some embodiments, a relief hole 133 is provided at a position corresponding to the relief portion of the outer baffle, and the position of the relief hole 133 corresponds to the position of the end cap of the water supply case 123, so that when the drawer 13 is closed, the end cap of the water supply case 123 is exposed, and the end cap of the water supply case 123 is provided as a transparent part, so that when the drawer 13 is closed, the user can observe the sterilized components from outside the dispensing device 100 through the relief hole 133.

[0125] Here, the shape of the escape hole 133 may be round or square, and the shape of the escape hole 133 may be the same as or different from the shape of the end cap of the water supply case 123. In order to ensure that the external appearance of the feeding device 100 is aesthetically pleasing, the dimensions of the escape hole 133 may be less than or equal to the dimensions of one side facing the outer baffle of the end cap, so as not to have any extraneous structure exposed from the escape hole 133 that would affect the appearance of the feeding device 100.

[0126] The garment processing device according to the embodiment of this application will be described below by combining the drawings.

[0127] The garment processing device according to the embodiment of this application includes the loading device 100 according to the embodiment described above. The garment processing device here may be a washing machine (for example, a drum-type washing machine or a top-loading washing machine) or a washer-dryer.

[0128] Since the input device 100 according to the embodiment of this application has the above technical effects, the garment processing device according to the embodiment of this application also has the above technical effects; that is, by adopting the input device 100, it is possible not only to effectively suppress the growth of bacteria, but also to remove dirt and guarantee a high degree of cleanliness, and compared to related technologies, it saves space and makes effective use of the space inside the input case 10.

[0129] In some embodiments, the garment processing device includes a washing bin, and the input port 104 of the input device 100 communicates with the washing bin, allowing diluted detergent and water with sterilizing properties to be introduced into the washing bin.

[0130] According to the garment processing device of the embodiment of this application, the sterilization component 20 is provided in the water supply chamber 1230 of the input case 10, saving space on the workbench of the garment processing device, and enabling the release of sterilization granules 22 and subsequent dilution and mixing of the detergent by supplying water through a single conduit, resulting in a simple structure and low cost.

[0131] Furthermore, because the drawer 13 is closed for a long time, its internal environment is relatively closed and damp, and bacteria can easily multiply if it is not constantly pulled out, washed, and ventilated. When the dispensing device 100 in this application is used, water with sterilizing properties washes the drawer 13, effectively suppressing bacterial growth and maintaining the cleanliness of the drawer 13.

[0132] Furthermore, in the description of this application, the directions or positional relationships indicated by terms such as "center," "vertical direction," "horizontal direction," "length," "width," "thickness," "top," "bottom," "front," "back," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inside," "outside," "axial direction," "radial direction," and "circumferential direction" are directions or positional relationships shown based on the drawings, and are merely intended to facilitate and simplify the description of this application. They do not indicate or imply that the indicated devices or elements have a specific direction, or that they should be composed of and operated in a specific direction, and therefore should not be understood as limiting this application.

[0133] Other configurations and operations of the garment processing device according to the embodiments of this application are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0134] In this specification, references to terms such as “one embodiment,” “several embodiments,” “examples for illustrative purposes,” “examples,” “specific examples,” or “several examples” mean that the specific features, structures, materials, or properties described in the applicable embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of this application. In this specification, expressions used to illustrate the meaning of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or properties described may be combined in an appropriate manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0135] Although embodiments of this application have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this application, and the scope of this application is defined by the claims and their equivalents. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0136] The input device 100, input case 10, water supply channel 101, first water supply channel 1011, second water supply channel 1012, third water supply channel 1013, drainage channel 102, first drainage channel 1021, second drainage channel 1022, third drainage channel 1023, distribution chamber 103, input port 104, outer shell 11, housing chamber 110, water inlet 111, water channel component 12, first water channel plate 121, side plate 1211, top plate 1212, second water channel plate 122, injection hole 1221, water supply case 123, water supply chamber 1230, fixing case 1231, eng Cap 1232, first shaft hole 1233, second shaft hole 1234, snap 1235, snap groove 1236, first groove segment 12361, second groove segment 12362, communication port 1237, drawer 13, input chamber 130, relief recess 131, leak hole 132, relief hole 133, sterilization component 20, housing 21, water passage chamber 2101, water passage hole 2102, rotating case 211, lifter 2111, blade 2112, rotating lid 212, first rotating shaft 213, second rotating shaft 214, sterilization granules 22

Claims

1. It includes an input case and a sterilization component, The aforementioned input cases define a water supply chamber and an input chamber used for introducing detergent, which are connected to each other. The sterilization component is provided in the water supply chamber. The sterilization component is rotatably mounted in the water supply chamber. The sterilization component includes a housing and sterilization granules, The housing has a water passage chamber and a plurality of water passage holes connecting the water passage chamber and the water supply chamber. An input device in which the sterilizing granules are placed in the water-passing chamber.

2. The feeding device according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of blades are provided on the outer peripheral wall of the sterilization component, and the plurality of blades are arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction of the outer peripheral wall of the sterilization component.

3. The feeding device according to claim 1, wherein a lifter is provided on the wall surface of the water passage chamber.

4. The feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the housing is a transparent component.

5. The housing includes a rotating case and a rotating cover. One end of the rotating case is open, The rotating lid is provided at the opening of the rotating case and defines the rotating case and the water passage chamber. The feeding device according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein the other end of the rotating case and the rotating lid are rotatably fitted to two relative side walls of the water supply chamber, and a plurality of water passage holes are provided in at least one of the rotating case and the rotating lid.

6. The loading device according to claim 1, wherein the loading case defines a water supply channel and a drainage channel, the water supply channel connects the water inlet and the water supply chamber, and the drainage channel connects the water supply chamber and the loading chamber.

7. The input case further defines a distribution chamber, and the drainage channel and the input chamber are in communication via the distribution chamber, The feeding device according to claim 6, wherein the distribution chamber is located above the feeding chamber, a plurality of injection holes are provided in the bottom wall of the distribution chamber, and the injection holes connect the distribution chamber and the feeding chamber.

8. The feeding device according to claim 7, wherein the number of distribution chambers and feeding chambers are equal and their positions correspond one-to-one.

9. The aforementioned input case includes an outer shell, a water channel component, and a drawer. The outer shell defines a housing chamber having a side opening, and the water inlet is provided in the outer shell. The water channel component is provided within the outer shell and defines the water supply chamber, and the water supply channel, the drainage channel, and the distribution chamber are defined between the water channel component itself and / or between the water channel component and the outer shell. The loading device according to claim 7 or 8, wherein the drawer is provided in the storage chamber so as to be pushable and pullable from the side opening and is suitable for defining the loading chamber.

10. The aforementioned waterway component includes a first waterway plate, a second waterway plate, and a water supply case. The first water channel plate is provided on the outer shell and defines a portion of the water supply channel and the drainage channel between it and the side wall of the outer shell, The second channel plate is connected to the upper end of the first channel plate, and the second channel plate is provided within the outer shell and defines the distribution chamber between itself and the top wall of the outer shell. The water supply device according to claim 9, wherein the water supply case is provided below the second water channel plate and connected to the first water channel plate, and the water supply case defines the water supply chamber.

11. The water supply case further defines another portion of the drainage channel, and the other portion of the drainage channel is located below the water supply chamber, according to claim 10.

12. The water supply case includes a fixed case and an end cap. One end of the fixed case is connected to the first waterway plate and the other end is open. The water supply device according to claim 10, wherein the end cap is removablely provided at the opening of the fixed case, and the space between the end cap and the fixed case defines the water supply chamber.

13. The feeding device according to claim 12, wherein both ends of the sterilization component are rotatably fitted to the end cap and the bottom wall of the fixing case, respectively.

14. The feeding device according to claim 12, wherein a relief hole is provided in the drawer at a position directly opposite the end cap, thereby exposing the end cap.

15. The feeding device according to claim 14, wherein the end cap is a transparent component.

16. The dispensing device according to claim 10, wherein the drawer has a relief portion used to avoid the water supply case.

17. The feeding device according to claim 16, wherein the feeding chamber includes a first feeding chamber and a second feeding chamber arranged at an interval, the relief portion is formed as a relief recess located between the first feeding chamber and the second feeding chamber, and a liquid leakage hole is provided in the bottom wall of the relief recess.

18. A garment processing device including the input device described in any one of claims 1 to 3.

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