A washing machine comprising a drum support

Abstract

The invention relates to a washing machine (1) comprising a housing (11) for enclosing a drum (13) rotatably disposed for receiving items, characterized in that the drum (13) is supported by a drum support member (14) comprising pluralities of arm parts (141) extending away from a hub (142) for receiving a drive shaft (15) with a head (151). As an improvement, the hub (142) further comprises a recessed part (1421) forming a perforated surface (1422) and the head (151) of the drive shaft (15) comprises a protrusion (1511) forming a protruding surface (1512) for combining to the hub (142).

Description

1 TARIFF A washing machine with a drum support. TECHNICAL AREA 5 The present invention relates to a washing machine with a drum support and a drive shaft. It is related. PREVIOUS TECHNIQUE 10 Washing machines contain a drum in which the washing process takes place. The drums are driven by a system that uses power from the washing machine's motor to drive the drum. a hub for inserting the drive shaft (also known as a bearing housing) (It is called) a star, usually with many arms that extend outwards. 15 It is supported by a drum support element in the shape of a drum. In general, the drive The connection of the shaft and the drum support element is made by molding or injection molding. This is achieved through molding. Over time and depending on usage, the drive shaft and The hub connection begins to loosen, and the drive shaft moves axially within the hub. It begins to move radially. This situation occurs during washing cycles 20 It causes problems in the movement of the drum. Also, the composite contains plastic. a drum support element made of the same material and a drive shaft made of steel The tight connection between them is difficult to configure. In addition, the support element and In the event that there is no efficient and robust connection between the drive shaft and the drum support Water can get between the element and the drive shaft, and this can damage the washing machine. This can lead to malfunctions and corrosion problems in the drive shaft. The document EP1506333A1 describes a central facility where laundry to be washed is placed. capable of performing washing through rotational movement around its axis, preferably made of plastic. a 30 made and used in washing machines, which includes a main body and a back cover. The drum is exposed; here, the aforementioned rear cover is the circular casing surrounding the main body. It includes one edge, and the main body has an edge in which the rear cover edge is located. It includes the socket, main body and rear cover, any on the outer surface of the drum. They are connected to each other without forming any protrusions. 35 The present invention is an improvement, an additional advantage, or an alternative to the prior art. It provides. 2 A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION One aim of the present invention is to provide a safe and robust way to prevent the drive shaft from moving. The aim is to create a drum support element and a drive shaft that can be connected in this way. Another objective of the present invention is to create a composite drive shaft made of steel and containing plastic. The purpose is to provide a tight connection between a drum support element made of the same material. To achieve the objectives, the present invention is designed to be rotatable so that the elements can be incorporated into it. a washing machine that includes a housing to enclose a drum located in a specific position 10 Its feature is that the drum is fitted through a hub into a drive shaft that has a head. a drum support element containing numerous arm sections that extend away from each other It is supported by. As an innovation, the hub additionally forms a perforated surface. It includes a recessed section and a protruding surface for the head of the drive shaft to join to the hub. It includes a protrusion that forms. Thus, the drum support element and the drive shaft are tight and 15 They are securely connected. The perforated surface of the hub and the head of the drive shaft. The protruding surfaces interlock. This allows the drum support element to be made of plastic or... when it is made of composite material containing glass fiber and the drive shaft is made of steel, The connection remains securely in place without loosening. This is also because the drive shaft is in the hub. It also prevents axial and radial movement. In this way, the hub and the drive shaft head are 20 This eliminates the possibility of water or additional materials getting in between. In a possible configuration of the invention, the recessed part has a diamond shape. Thus, multiple The recessed sections form a perforated surface around the hub of the drum support element. It covers. The perforated surface allows for the acquisition and locking of the corresponding protruding surface. 25 This allows for the perforated surface of the hub and the protruding head of the drive shaft. the connection between the surfaces against high operating torques during the washing cycle It is stable and robust. The diamond shape of the recessed section represents the drum support element and the drive shaft. It provides greater stability for the connection. In a possible configuration of the invention, the protruding part would merge with the recessed part using a diamond. It has the following shape. The shape of the protrusion corresponds to the shape of the recessed part. Thus, They bond together firmly and tightly. This ensures that during washing cycles, The torque is taken from the washing machine's motor, drive shaft, and drum support element. It does not loosen the connection between them. The drive shaft head and hub, the projection and 35 The recessed part locks together tightly thanks to its diamond shape. 3 In a possible configuration of the invention, the indented and protruding parts have a polygonal shape. Thus, the recessed and protruding parts will lock together tightly. It has these shapes. This ensures a secure connection between the hub and the drive shaft head. It is durable. In a possible configuration of the invention, the drum support element would be made of PA6 - 65% glass fiber. This is done in such a way that the drum support element is structurally strong while being lightweight. It is lightweight. This means the drum support element does not add extra weight to the washing machine's overall weight. It supports the drum during washing cycles without adding weight. In a possible configuration of the invention, the drive shaft is made of steel. Thus, the drive The shaft is able to receive the torque from the washing machine's motor during the washing cycle, and It can transmit torque to the drum for rotational movement. In a possible configuration of the invention, the drum support element would support the drum with 15 It includes three arms. Thus, the arms of the drum support element support the structure of the drum and It lies on the back wall of the drum to reinforce the support. In this context, the terms "washing" and "washing cycle" refer specifically to a process involving washing. This should be understood as the operating status of the washing machine in which the program is functioning. 20 During the "washing" process, a washing element, such as laundry, is placed inside the drum of the washing machine. The items are placed inside and the washing machine door is closed. In this context, “top”, “bottom”, “front”, “back”, “horizontal”, “vertical”, “up”, “down”, “inside”, “outside”, “in”, with indications such as "out," etc., especially when the user is in the closed position of the washing machine 25 the washing machine in the position of standing in front of it and looking in the direction of the washing machine Locations and directions are specified for the intended use and intended layout. Each possible configuration described in this specification, unless there are any technical constraints, It can be combined with other possible configurations disclosed in this specification. 30 DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES The sole purpose of the figures, briefly described herein, is to improve the existing invention. The aim is to ensure understanding and, in the absence of a specification, to extend the scope of protection to 35 defining the context in which the mentioned scope will be interpreted That is not intended. 4 Figure 1 shows an isometric view of the washing machine according to the present invention. Figure 2 shows an exploded view of the washing machine drum according to the present invention. is provided. Figure 3 shows an isometric view of the hub of the drum support element according to the present invention. is provided. Figure 4 shows an isometric view of the drive shaft according to the present invention. Figure 5 shows an isometric representation of the drive shaft and drum support element according to the present invention. The appearance is given DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES This detailed explanation does not merely aim to improve understanding of the invention; it also provides further context. This is explained with examples that will not create a limiting effect. The invention describes a drum that is positioned in a rotatable manner in the body (1) of the washing machine (1). (1) relates to a washing machine containing (13). As seen in Figure 1, the drum (13) contains 20 Access to the washing machine (1) is via a door (12) connected to the body (11). The user opens the door (12) with a handle (121) and puts the items to be washed into the drum (13) It is filling. The door (12) remains closed during the washing cycle. In Figure 2, the drum (13), a drum support element (14) and a drive shaft (15) 25 It is shown. The drive shaft (15) receives the torque from the motor (not shown in the figures) and a To rotate the drum (13) during the washing cycle, apply this torque to the drum (13) It transmits. The drum (13) is enclosed by a back wall (131). The drum (13) a drum support element (14) between the rear wall (131) and the drive shaft (15) It is located. The drum support element (14) is positioned 30° with the rear wall (131) of the drum (13). The drive shaft (15) is joined and the drum support element (14) is joined. The support element (14) includes at least one arm portion (141) extending from a belly (142). Drum support element (14) with three arms to support the rear wall (131) of the drum (13). It includes part (141). Arm parts (141) of the drum support element (14), hub (142) When the drum support element (14) is centered, it is moving away from the hub (142). 35 The hub (142) is hollow inside so that the head (151) of the drive shaft (15) can be taken into it. Figure 3 shows the hub (142) and its internal structure. The hub (142) is a perforated surface (1422) It consists of multiple indented parts (1421). The indented parts (1421) form a diamond. It is in the form of multiple indentations to form the perforated surface (1422) structure of the hub (142). The parts (1421) are joined. The shape of the indented part (1421) can be a polygon shape. As shown in Figure 4, the drive shaft (15) connects a head (151) and a housing (152) It includes. The head (151) of the drive shaft (15) is placed in the hub (142). Body (152) with an electric motor to transmit power and torque to the drum (13) in order to make it rotate. (not shown in the figure) is in contact. The head of the drive shaft (15) (151) has a protruding surface. It includes numerous projections (1511) that make up (1512). The shape of the projections (1511) is a 10 It is diamond-shaped. Tight connection between drum support element (14) and drive shaft (15). To provide this, the protrusions (1511) are combined with the recessed parts (1421). Figure 5 shows that the drum support element (14) encloses the drive shaft (15). The head (151) of the drive shaft (15) is placed in the hub (142). The projections (1511) drive 15 The shaft (15) is inserted into the recessed parts (1421) for locking. Recessed part (1421) and The shape of the projection (1511) is a diamond shape. The shape of the indented part (1421) and the projection (1511) is a It can be polygonal in shape. Drum support element (14), PA6 - 65% Glass fiber The drive shaft (15) is made of steel. The drum support element (14) and the assembly of the drive shaft (15), the protruding surface of the head (151) of the drive shaft (15) (1512) and 20 Locking of the perforated surface (142) of the hub (142) of the drum support element (14) Thanks to this, it is safe and secure. 6 REFERENCE NUMBERS 1 Washing machine 11 Fuselage 12 Doors 5 121 Handles 13 Drums 131 Back wall 14 Drum support elements 141 Arm section 10 142 Navel 1421 Recessed section 1422 Perforated surface Drive shaft 151 Head 15 1511 Projection 1512 Protruding surface 152 Fuselage

Claims

7 REQUESTS 1. A drum that is positioned to rotate in order to take the elements into it (13) The feature of a washing machine (1) which includes a housing (11) for confining, A 5 for taking the drum (13) into a drive shaft (15) with a head (151). a number of arm sections (141) that extend away from the navel (142) The laundry is supported by the drum support element (14). The feature of the machine (1) is that the hub (142) forms, in addition, a perforated surface (1422). It includes a diamond-shaped recessed part (1421) and the head of the drive shaft (15) (151), a projection forming a protruding surface (1512) to join to the navel (142) 10 (1511) is included.

2. According to claim 1, a washing machine (1) has the feature that the protrusion (1511) is in the recessed part. (1421) is that it has the shape of a diamond about to come together.

3. According to claim 1, a washing machine (1) is characterized by the recessed part (1421) and The projection (1511) is that it has a polygonal shape.

4. According to claim 1, a washing machine (1) is characterized by having a drum support element (14), PA6 means it is made of 65% glass fiber. 20 5. A washing machine (1) according to claim 1, whose characteristic is that the drive shaft (15) is made of steel. It is the fact that it has been done.

6. According to claim 1, a washing machine (1) has the feature of a drum support element (14), 25 It includes three arm sections (141) to support the drum (13).

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