Clean base stations and cleaning systems

Abstract

This disclosure presents a cleaning base station and a cleaning system. The cleaning base station includes: a base; a cleaning assembly connected to the base; a scraping cleaning component installed on the cleaning assembly for cleaning the cleaning assembly; a transmission device connected to the scraping cleaning component for moving the scraping cleaning component; and a drive assembly disposed on the base and connected to the transmission device; wherein, along the height direction of the base, the projection of the drive assembly on the base is offset from the projection of the cleaning tray on the base.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure belongs to the field of electrical technology, specifically relating to a clean base station and a clean system. Prior Technology

[0002] Existing smart cleaning equipment all come with a cleaning base station. After returning to the cleaning base station, the smart cleaning equipment can clean the cleaning items in the cleaning tray of the base station. However, dirt and grime from the cleaning items can easily remain on the cleaning tray's cleaning groove, forming stubborn stains if not cleaned promptly. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This disclosure claims priority to two Chinese patent applications filed on March 25, 2024, with application number 202410345965.8 and title "Clean Base Station and Clean System", both filed with the China National Intellectual Property Administration on March 25, 2024, with application number 202420586666.9 and title "Clean Base Station and Clean System", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference.

[0004] This disclosure provides a clean base station and a cleaning system.

[0005] In a first aspect of this disclosure, a cleaning base station is provided, comprising: a base; a cleaning assembly connected to the base; a scraping cleaning component mounted on the cleaning assembly for cleaning the cleaning assembly; a transmission device connected to the scraping cleaning component for moving the scraping cleaning component; and a drive assembly disposed on the base and connected to the transmission device; wherein, along the height direction of the base, the projection of the drive assembly on the base is offset from the projection of the cleaning tray on the base.

[0006] In some embodiments, the base has a guide slope.

[0007] In some embodiments, the cleaning assembly includes a cleaning tray and cleaning ribs.

[0008] In some embodiments, the cleaning tray is detachably connected to the base; the cleaning rib is detachably connected to the cleaning tray and disposed on the scraping cleaning component for cleaning the cleaning elements of the cleaning equipment.

[0009] In some embodiments, the transmission device includes: a first transmission joint connected to the scraping and cleaning component; and a second transmission joint disposed on the base and connected to the first transmission joint and the drive assembly; wherein the first transmission joint is disposed on the cleaning tray or the cleaning rib.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first transmission joint includes: a first transmission member disposed on the cleaning tray or the cleaning rib and connected to the second transmission joint; and a first connecting member connected to the first transmission member and connected to the scraping and cleaning member.

[0011] In some embodiments, the cleaning tray has a first limiting member, the first transmission member is disposed within the first limiting member, and the first connecting member passes through the first limiting member and connects to the scraping and cleaning member.

[0012] In some embodiments, the first connecting member includes: a gear set disposed on the cleaning rib and connected to the first transmission member; a connecting rod set disposed on the cleaning rib and connected to the gear set; and a worm gear set disposed on the cleaning rib and connected to the connecting rod set, wherein the worm gear set is connected to the scraping and cleaning member.

[0013] In some embodiments, the second drive joint is located at the bottom or side of the cleaning tray.

[0014] In some embodiments, the second transmission joint includes: a second transmission member connected to the first transmission joint; a third transmission member connected to the drive assembly; and a second connecting member connected to the second transmission member and passing through the base or the cleaning tray and connected to the third transmission member.

[0015] In some embodiments, the third transmission member includes a plurality of gears, one of which is connected to the drive assembly, at least one of which is connected to the second connector, and each pair of adjacent gears meshes; wherein, along the height direction of the base, the plurality of gears transmit power on the same height plane.

[0016] In some embodiments, when the cleaning tray is connected to the base, the first transmission joint can be connected to the second transmission joint to activate the scraping cleaning component; when the cleaning tray is separated from the base, the first transmission joint can be separated from the second transmission joint.

[0017] In some embodiments, one of the first transmission joint and the second transmission joint has at least one protrusion, and the other has at least one groove. When the cleaning tray is connected to the base, the protrusion can be embedded in the groove.

[0018] In a second aspect of this disclosure, a cleaning system is provided, including a cleaning device and the aforementioned cleaning base station. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments disclosed herein, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this disclosure. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without any further effort. Figure 1 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of a clean base station according to one or more embodiments of the present disclosure. Figure 2 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the cleaning base station in Figure 1 after the guide slope has been removed. Figure 3 shows an exploded view of the clean base station shown in Figure 2. Figure 4 shows a cross-sectional view along line AA of Figure 2. Figure 5 shows an enlarged schematic diagram of point B in Figure 4. Figure 6 shows a schematic diagram of the first transmission joint of the cleaning base station in Figure 1 installed on the cleaning tray. Figure 7 shows a bottom view of the first drive joint and the cleaning tray shown in Figure 6. Figure 8 shows a cross-sectional view along the CC direction of Figure 7. Figure 9 shows an enlarged schematic diagram of point D in Figure 8. Figure 10 shows a schematic diagram of the second transmission joint of the cleaning base station in Figure 1 installed on the base. Figure 11 shows a cross-sectional view of Figure 10 along the EE direction. Figure 12 shows an enlarged schematic diagram of point F in Figure 11. Figure 13 shows a bottom view of the second transmission joint and base shown in Figure 10. To facilitate the display of the gears inside the base, the bottom cover of the base is hidden. After the bottom cover of the base is installed, it can cover several gears. Figure 14 shows a schematic diagram of the cleaning tray of the cleaning base station in Figure 1. Figure 15 shows a bottom view of the cleaning tray of Figure 14. Figure 16 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the first transmission joint of the cleaning base station in Figure 1. Figure 17 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the second transmission joint of the cleaning base station in Figure 1. Figure 18 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of a clean base station in one or more embodiments of this disclosure. Figure 19 shows an exploded view of the clean base station shown in Figure 18. Figure 20 shows a schematic diagram of the first transmission joint of the cleaning base station in Figure 18 being installed on the cleaning rib. Figure 21 shows a top view of the cleaning base station shown in Figure 20. Figure 22 shows the cross-sectional view along the GG direction of Figure 21. Figure 23 shows an enlarged schematic diagram of point H in Figure 22. Figure 24 shows a schematic diagram of the installation of the first transmission joint in Figure 20. Figure 25 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the first transmission joint in Figure 24. Figure 26 shows a schematic diagram of the second transmission joint of the cleaning base station in Figure 18 being installed on the base. Figure 27 shows a schematic diagram of the connection between the transmission element and the second transmission joint in Figure 26. Figure 28 shows a schematic diagram of the transmission element in Figure 27. Figure 29 shows an enlarged schematic diagram of point I in Figure 28. Figure 30 shows a schematic diagram of the connection between the first and second transmission joints of the cleaning base station in Figure 18. Figure 31 shows a front view of the first and second transmission joints shown in Figure 30. Figure 32 shows a cross-sectional view along the JJ direction of Figure 31. Figure 33 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the first transmission joint of the cleaning base station in Figure 18. Figure 34 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of the second transmission joint of the cleaning base station in Figure 18. Figure 35 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of a cleaning system according to one or more embodiments of the present disclosure. Implementation

[0020] The technical solutions of the embodiments disclosed herein will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this disclosure, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without making progressive efforts are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0021] Furthermore, reference numerals and / or reference letters may be repeated in different examples in this disclosure. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or settings discussed. In addition, this disclosure provides examples of various specific processes and materials, but those skilled in the art will generally recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0022] Please refer to Figures 1, 2, 3, 18, and 19. This disclosure presents a first aspect embodiment, providing a cleaning base station 1000. The cleaning base station 1000 includes: a base 10, a cleaning assembly 180, a scraping cleaning component 30, a transmission device, and a drive assembly. The cleaning assembly 180 is connected to the base 10. The scraping cleaning component 30 is mounted on the cleaning assembly 180 and is used to clean the cleaning assembly 180. The transmission device is connected to the scraping cleaning component 30 and is used to move the scraping cleaning component 30. The drive assembly is disposed on the base 10 and connected to the transmission device. Wherein, along the height direction of the base 10, the projection of the drive assembly on the base 10 is offset from the projection of the cleaning assembly 180 on the base 10.

[0023] According to one or more embodiments of the present disclosure, a cleaning base station 1000 is provided. A cleaning assembly 180 is connected to a base 10; a scraping cleaning component 30 is installed on the cleaning assembly 180 and is used to clean the cleaning assembly 180; a transmission device is connected to the scraping cleaning component 30 and is used to move the scraping cleaning component 30; a drive assembly is located on the base 10 and connected to the transmission device. Therefore, when the cleaning assembly 180 needs to be cleaned, the drive assembly transmits power to the scraping cleaning component 30 through the transmission device to drive the scraping cleaning component 30 to move. During the movement of the scraping cleaning component 30, the scraping cleaning component 30 can clean the cleaning assembly 180, promptly removing dirt from the cleaning assembly 180 and preventing dirt residue from forming stubborn stains, thus ensuring the cleanliness of the cleaning assembly 180, reducing the user's cleaning work, and improving the user experience. Because the projection of the drive assembly on the base 10 is offset from the projection of the cleaning assembly 180 on the base 10 along the height direction of the base 10. Therefore, the drive component can be prevented from encroaching on the installation space of the cleaning component 180 in the height direction of the base 10. When the cleaning component 180 is installed on the base 10, the height of the cleaning component 180 on the base 10 can be reduced, making it easier for the cleaning equipment to move above the cleaning component 180.

[0024] In some embodiments, the cleaning equipment may be a floor scrubber, a robotic vacuum cleaner, or a sweeping machine, etc., but this disclosed embodiment does not impose any limitations.

[0025] Referring to Figures 2, 3, and 19, in some embodiments, the cleaning assembly 180 includes a cleaning tray 20 and a cleaning rib 160. The cleaning tray 20 is detachably connected to the base 10. The cleaning rib 160 is detachably connected to the cleaning tray 20 and is disposed on the scraping cleaning element 30. The cleaning rib 160 is used to clean the cleaning element of the cleaning device. The cleaning element may be a mop.

[0026] In some embodiments, the scraping cleaning component 30 can be used to clean the cleaning tray 20. During the operation of the scraping cleaning component 30, it can clean the cleaning tray 20, promptly removing dirt and grime from the tray and preventing stubborn stains from forming. This ensures the cleanliness of the tray 20, reducing the user's cleaning workload and improving the user experience. When deep cleaning of the cleaning tray 20 is required and / or maintenance of the cleaning base station 1000 is needed, the cleaning tray 20 can be removed from the base 10, and the cleaning ribs 160 can be removed from the tray 20 to achieve deep cleaning of the tray 20.

[0027] In some embodiments, when the cleaning device travels onto the base 10, the cleaning ribs 160 can squeeze the cleaning element of the cleaning device, thereby removing debris from the cleaning element in a timely manner during the rotation and cleaning process, thus achieving the purpose of cleaning the cleaning element. The cleaning device can be a floor scrubber, a robotic vacuum cleaner, or a sweeping machine, etc., and this disclosed embodiment is not limited to any particular type. The cleaning element can be a mop.

[0028] Please refer to Figures 1 and 18. In some embodiments, the cleaning tray 20 has a cleaning groove 201. The scraping and cleaning component 30 can contact the bottom wall and / or side wall of the cleaning groove 201. The actuated scraping and cleaning component 30 can clean the bottom wall and / or side wall of the cleaning groove 201, thereby improving the cleaning effect of the cleaning groove 201.

[0029] Please refer to Figures 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 19, and 30. In some embodiments, to achieve power transmission, the transmission device includes a first transmission joint 40 and a second transmission joint 50. The first transmission joint 40 is connected to the scraping and cleaning component 30. The second transmission joint 50 is disposed on the base 10 and connected to the first transmission joint 40 and the drive assembly. The first transmission joint 40 is located on the cleaning tray 20 or the cleaning rib 160.

[0030] Please refer to Figures 6, 7, 8, 9, 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24. In some embodiments, to achieve the operation of the scraping cleaning component 30, the first transmission joint 40 includes a first transmission member 401 and a first connecting member 402. The first transmission member 401 is disposed on the cleaning tray 20 or the cleaning rib 160 and is detachably connected to the second transmission joint 50. The first connecting member 402 is connected to the first transmission member 401 and to the scraping cleaning component 30.

[0031] In some embodiments, the first transmission member 401 is installed on the cleaning tray 20 or the cleaning rib 160, and then the cleaning rib 160 is installed on the cleaning tray 20. When the cleaning tray 20 is connected to the base 10, the first transmission member 401 can be connected to the second transmission joint 50. When the second transmission joint 50 transmits power to the first transmission member 401, the first transmission member 401 transmits power to the scraping and cleaning member 30 through the first connecting member 402, so that the scraping and cleaning member 30 can be activated. During the operation of the scraping and cleaning member 30, the scraping and cleaning member 30 can clean the cleaning tray 20, promptly remove dirt from the cleaning tray 20, prevent dirt from remaining in the cleaning tray 20 and forming stubborn stains, ensure the cleanliness of the cleaning tray 20, thereby reducing the user's cleaning work and improving the user experience. When deep cleaning of the cleaning tray 20 is required and / or maintenance of the cleaning base station 1000 is required, the cleaning tray 20 can be removed from the base 10. When the cleaning tray 20 is separated from the base 10, the first transmission component 401 can separate from the second transmission joint 50, preventing the first transmission component 401 and the second transmission joint 50 from interfering with the assembly and disassembly of the cleaning tray 20 on the base 10. This facilitates the removal of the cleaning tray 20 from the base 10, allowing for deep cleaning of the cleaning tray 20 in a location with ample operating space, further ensuring the cleanliness of the cleaning tray 20. Moreover, after the cleaning tray 20 is removed from the base 10, components within the base 10 that were previously concealed by the cleaning tray 20 are exposed, facilitating maintenance and improving work efficiency.

[0032] Since the scraping and cleaning component 30 will wear down after a period of use, in some embodiments, the first connector 402 is detachably connected to the scraping and cleaning component 30. When the scraping and cleaning component 30 needs to be replaced or repaired, the worn or old scraping and cleaning component 30 can be removed from the first connector 402, and then the repaired or replaced scraping and cleaning component 30 can be installed on the first connector 402. It is not necessary to remove the cleaning tray 20 from the base 10, which is simple to operate, facilitates replacement or repair, and improves efficiency.

[0033] In some embodiments, the first connector 402 can be connected to the scraping and cleaning component 30 via a snap-fit. Of course, in other embodiments, the first connector 402 can be connected to the scraping and cleaning component 30 via bolts or connecting pins.

[0034] Please refer to Figures 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 14. In some embodiments, to limit the first transmission member 401 radially, the cleaning tray 20 has a first limiting member 202. The first transmission member 401 is disposed within the first limiting member 202, and the first connecting member 402 passes through the first limiting member 202 and is connected to the scraping cleaning member 30. The inner wall of the first limiting member 202 limits the first transmission member 401 radially. During the process of the first transmission member 401 driving the scraping cleaning member 30 through the first connecting member 402, the position of the first transmission member 401 can be prevented from changing, ensuring the stability of the movement of the scraping cleaning member 30 driven by the first transmission member 401 through the first connecting member 402, and also ensuring the cleaning effect of the scraping cleaning member 30 on the cleaning tray 20. At this time, the first transmission joint 40 is disposed within the cleaning tray 20.

[0035] Please refer to Figures 5 and 9. In some embodiments, in order to achieve a seal, a first sealing element 80 is provided between the scraping and cleaning component 30 and the first limiting component 202. This can prevent sewage in the cleaning tray 20 from leaking through the gap between the scraping and cleaning component 30 and the first limiting component 202, prevent sewage from corroding the first transmission component 401 and the second transmission joint 50, ensure the service life of the first transmission component 401 and the second transmission joint 50, and at the same time improve the user experience.

[0036] Referring to Figures 5 and 9, in some embodiments, to limit the first transmission member 401 axially, the first limiting member 202 has a first chamber 2021 and a second chamber 2022 communicating with the first chamber 2021 along the axial direction of the first transmission member 401. In some embodiments, the diameter of the first chamber 2021 is larger than the diameter of the second chamber 2022, and the distance between the first chamber 2021 and the second transmission joint 50 is smaller than the distance between the second chamber 2022 and the second transmission joint 50.

[0037] Referring to Figures 5 and 9, in some embodiments, the clean base station 1000 further includes a third connector 90 and a second limiting member 100. The third connector 90 is connected to the first transmission member 401. The second limiting member 100 is movably disposed within the first chamber 2021 and connected to the third connector 90. The outer diameter of the second limiting member 100 is larger than the diameter of the second chamber 2022.

[0038] Referring to Figures 5 and 9, in some embodiments, during the process of the first transmission member 401 driving the scraping and cleaning member 30 through the first connector 402, the second limiting member 100 is limited by the cavity wall of the second chamber 2022. This prevents the first transmission member 401 from disengaging from the first limiting member 202 along its axial direction, ensuring the stability of the first transmission member 401's installation. Simultaneously, the second limiting member 100 is movably disposed within the first chamber 2021. That is, during the movement of the first transmission member 401, the second limiting member 100 moves along with the movement of the first transmission member 401 via the third connector 90, avoiding interference with the movement of the first transmission member 401 and ensuring the stability of the first transmission member 401 driving the scraping and cleaning member 30 through the first connector 402.

[0039] In some embodiments, the third connector 90 is disposed in the second chamber 2022, and the inner wall of the second chamber 2022 limits the third connector 90. During the process of the first transmission member 401 driving the scraping and cleaning member 30 to move through the first connector 402, the third connector 90 is prevented from disengaging from the first transmission member 401, thus ensuring the stability of the installation of the third connector 90.

[0040] In some embodiments, to avoid interfering with the operation of the first transmission member 401, the third connecting member 90 is movably disposed within the second chamber 2022. That is, during the process of the first transmission member 401 driving the scraping and cleaning member 30 to move through the first connecting member 402, the third connecting member 90 can move along with the movement of the first transmission member 401, ensuring the stability of the movement of the scraping and cleaning member 30.

[0041] In some embodiments, to facilitate the connection and separation of the first transmission member 401 and the second transmission connector 50, the third connecting member 90 can be snapped into the first transmission member 401. That is, one of the third connecting member 90 and the first transmission member 401 is provided with a buckle, and the other is provided with a slot. When the first transmission member 401 is connected to the second transmission connector 50, the buckle is engaged in the slot. When the first transmission member 401 is separated from the second transmission connector 50, the buckle separates from the slot.

[0042] In some embodiments, the third connecting member 90 may have a buckle, and the first transmission member 401 may have a slot. Of course, in other embodiments, the first transmission member 401 may have a buckle, and the third connecting member 90 may have a slot.

[0043] Referring to Figures 20, 21, 22, 23, and 24, in some embodiments, to achieve the connection between the first connecting member 402 and the scraping cleaning member 30, the first connecting member 402 includes: a gear set 4021, a connecting rod set 4022, and a worm gear set 4023. The gear set 4021 is disposed within the cleaning rib 160 and connected to the first transmission member 401. The connecting rod set 4022 is disposed within the cleaning rib 160 and connected to the gear set 4021. The worm gear set 4023 is disposed within the cleaning rib 160 and connected to the connecting rod set 4022, and the worm gear set 4023 is connected to the scraping cleaning member 30. In this case, the first transmission joint 40 is disposed within the cleaning rib 160.

[0044] In some embodiments, the cleaning rib 160 has a receiving groove 1601, in which the gear set 4021, the connecting rod set 4022 and the worm gear set 4023 are all located.

[0045] In some embodiments, when the first transmission member 401 is activated, it drives the connecting rod assembly 4022 via the gear set 4021. The connecting rod assembly 4022 transmits power to the worm gear set 4023, which in turn drives the scraping and cleaning component 30. During the operation of the scraping and cleaning component 30, it cleans the cleaning tray 20, promptly removing dirt and grime, preventing stubborn stains from forming inside the tray, thus ensuring the cleanliness of the tray 20. This reduces the user's cleaning workload and improves the user experience.

[0046] Referring to Figures 24 and 25, in some embodiments, gear set 4021 includes a first gear 40211 connected to the first transmission member 401 and a second gear 40212 meshing with the first gear 40211. Linkage set 4022 includes a first link 40221 connected to the second gear 40212, a first bevel gear 40222 connected to the end of the first link 40221 opposite to the second gear 40212, a second bevel gear 40223 meshing with the first bevel gear 40222, and a second link 40224 connected to the second bevel gear 40223. Worm gear set 4023 includes a worm 40231 connected to the second link 40224 and a worm gear 40232 meshing with the worm 40231. The worm gear 40232 is connected to the scraping cleaning member 30.

[0047] In some embodiments, when the first transmission member 401 is activated, it drives the first connecting rod 40221 via the first gear 40211 and the second gear 40212. The first connecting rod 40221 then drives the second connecting rod 40224 via the first bevel gear 40222 and the second bevel gear 40223. The second connecting rod 40224 then drives the scraping and cleaning component 30 via the worm gear 40231 and the worm wheel 40232. During the operation of the scraping and cleaning component 30, it cleans the cleaning tray 20, promptly removing dirt and preventing stubborn stains from forming inside the tray. This ensures the cleanliness of the tray 20, reducing the user's cleaning workload and improving the user experience.

[0048] Referring to Figure 20, in some embodiments, to achieve sealing, the cleaning base station 1000 further includes a second seal 110. The second seal 110 is connected to the cleaning rib 160 and is used to seal the opening of the receiving groove 1601. This prevents sewage from the cleaning tray 20 from entering the receiving groove 1601, thus preventing sewage from corroding the gear set 4021, connecting rod set 4022, and worm gear set 4023, ensuring the service life of the gear set 4021, connecting rod set 4022, and worm gear set 4023, and also improving the user experience.

[0049] Referring to Figures 10, 11, 12, 26, 27, 28, and 34, in some embodiments, for transmitting power to the first transmission joint 40, the second transmission joint 50 includes: a second transmission member 501, a third transmission member 504, and a second connecting member 502. The second transmission member 501 is connected to the first transmission joint 40. The third transmission member 504 is connected to the drive assembly. The second connecting member 502 is connected to the second transmission member 501, and the second connecting member 502 passes through the base 10 or the cleaning tray 20 and is connected to the third transmission member 504.

[0050] In some embodiments, the third transmission member 504 transmits power to the second connector 502, and the second connector 502 transmits power to the first transmission joint 40 through the second transmission member 501, so that the first transmission joint 40 can drive the scraping and cleaning member 30 to move.

[0051] In some embodiments, when the cleaning tray 20 has a first limiting member 202, the second connecting member 502 passes through the base 10 and is connected to the third transmission member 504.

[0052] Please refer to Figure 5. In some embodiments, in order to facilitate the installation of the second transmission member 501, the base 10 has a first positioning member 101, and the second transmission joint 50 further includes a second positioning member 503 connected to the edge of the second transmission member 501. The second positioning member 503 is sleeved outside the first positioning member 101.

[0053] In some embodiments, when the second transmission member 501 is to be installed on the base 10, the second positioning member 503 is sleeved outside the first positioning member 101 to achieve the positioning of the second transmission member 501, so as to ensure that the second transmission member 501 can be installed in the required position, thereby improving the installation efficiency. At the same time, the radial direction of the second transmission member 501 is limited, so that the position of the second transmission member 501 can be prevented from changing during the operation of the second transmission member 501, thus ensuring the stability of the operation of the second transmission member 501.

[0054] Referring to Figure 5, in some embodiments, in order to achieve a seal, a third sealing element 140 is provided between the first positioning element 101 and the second positioning element 503, which can prevent sewage in the cleaning tray 20 from leaking through the gap between the first positioning element 101 and the second positioning element 503, prevent sewage from flowing outside the base 10, and improve the user experience.

[0055] Please refer to Figures 1 and 3. In some embodiments, the base 10 has a mounting groove 102 at its bottom, and the cleaning tray 20 is disposed in the mounting groove 102 to reduce the height of the cleaning tray 20 on the base 10, so as to facilitate the cleaning equipment to move over the cleaning tray 20.

[0056] Referring to Figure 13, in some embodiments, in order to achieve power transmission, the third transmission member 504 includes multiple gears, one of which is connected to the drive assembly, and at least one of the multiple gears is connected to the second connector 502. Each pair of adjacent gears meshes, and the power of the drive assembly can be transmitted to the second connector 502 through the multiple gears. The second connector 502 transmits the power to the scraping and cleaning member 30 through the first transmission joint 40, so as to make the scraping and cleaning member 30 move.

[0057] In some embodiments, in order to reduce the height of the cleaning tray 20 on the base 10, multiple gears are driven on the same height plane on the base 10 along the height direction of the base 10 to achieve flattening. This can reduce the encroachment of the third transmission component 504 on the installation space of the cleaning tray 20 in the height direction of the base 10. When the cleaning tray 20 is installed on the base 10, the height of the cleaning tray 20 on the base 10 can be reduced, making it easier for the cleaning equipment to move over the cleaning tray 20.

[0058] Referring to Figure 13, in some embodiments, when there are two scraping cleaning components 30, the number of second transmission members 501 and second connecting members 502 of both the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50 are two. The third transmission member 504 has multiple gears including a first spur gear 5041, a second spur gear 5042, a third spur gear 5043, a fourth spur gear 5044, and a fifth spur gear 5045. The first spur gear 5041 meshes with the second spur gear 5042 and the gears of the reducer 130; the third spur gear 5043 and the second spur gear 5042 mesh with the fourth spur gear 5044; the fourth spur gear 5044 meshes with the fifth spur gear 5045; and the second spur gear 5042 and the fifth spur gear 5045 are respectively connected to the second connecting members 502 of the two second transmission joints 50.

[0059] In some embodiments, when the scrubbing cleaning component 30 is to be driven to operate, the gear of the reducer 130 transmits the power of the driver 150 to the second spur gear 5042 through the first spur gear 5041. The second spur gear 5042 drives one of the two second transmission joints 50 to operate. At the same time, the second spur gear 5042 drives the fifth spur gear 5045 to operate through the third spur gear 5043 and the fourth spur gear 5044. The fifth spur gear 5045 drives the other of the two second transmission joints 50 to operate.

[0060] In some embodiments, to avoid the third transmission member 504 occupying too much space, the diameters of the third spur gear 5043 and the fourth spur gear 5044 are smaller than the diameters of the first spur gear 5041, the second spur gear 5042 and the fifth spur gear 5045.

[0061] In some embodiments, in order to ensure that the rotation speed of the two scraping cleaning components is consistent, the diameter of the third spur gear 5043 is consistent with the diameter of the fourth spur gear 5044, and the diameter of the second spur gear 5042 is consistent with the diameter of the fifth spur gear 5045.

[0062] Referring to Figures 1, 2, 18, and 19, in some embodiments, the cleaning base station 1000 further includes a driver 150 and a reducer 130 to drive the scraping cleaning component 30. The driver 150 is disposed on the base 10 and connected to the reducer 130. The reducer 130 is connected to the third transmission component 504.

[0063] In some embodiments, when the cleaning tray 20 is to be cleaned, the driver 150 is activated, and the power of the driver 150 is transmitted to the third transmission member 504 through the reducer 130. The third transmission member 504 can transmit the power to the first transmission member 40 through the second transmission joint 50, so that the first transmission joint 40 can drive the scraping cleaning member 30 to move.

[0064] In some embodiments, along the axial direction of the second transmission joint 50, the projections of the driver 150 and the reducer 130 on the base 10 are offset from the cleaning tray 20 to avoid the driver 150 and the reducer 130 encroaching on the installation space of the cleaning tray 20 in the height direction of the base 10. When the cleaning tray 20 is installed on the base 10, the height of the cleaning tray 20 can be reduced, making it easier for the cleaning equipment to move over the cleaning tray 20.

[0065] In some embodiments, when the second transmission joint 50 is located at the bottom of the cleaning tray 20, the power of the driver 150 is transmitted to the third transmission member 504 through the reducer 130. The third transmission member 504 can transmit the power to the first transmission joint 40 through the second transmission joint 50, so that the first transmission joint 40 can drive the scraping cleaning member 30 to move.

[0066] In some embodiments, when the second transmission joint 50 is located on the side of the cleaning tray 20, the power of the driver 150 is transmitted to the third transmission member 504 through the reducer 130. The third transmission member 504 can transmit the power to the first transmission joint 40 through the second transmission joint 50, so that the first transmission joint 40 can drive the scraping cleaning member 30 to move. At this time, the third transmission member 504 is located outside the cleaning tray 20 to avoid the third transmission member 504 encroaching on the installation space of the cleaning tray 20 in the height direction of the base 10. When the cleaning tray 20 is installed on the base 10, the height of the cleaning tray 20 can be reduced, making it easier for the cleaning equipment to move above the cleaning tray 20.

[0067] In some embodiments, when the second transmission joint 50 is located on the side of the cleaning tray 20 and there are multiple scraping and cleaning parts 30, there are also multiple first transmission joints 40 and second transmission joints 50. The third transmission part 504 can be a rotating shaft. The second transmission joint 50 is connected to the corresponding rotating shaft. Moreover, each pair of adjacent rotating shafts can be connected by a connecting belt to achieve power transmission.

[0068] Referring to Figure 29, in some embodiments, the rotating shaft is provided with a friction area 5046, and a connecting belt is sleeved on the friction area 5046 to increase friction and ensure the stability of the rotating shaft's operation. In some embodiments, the rotating shaft has multiple protrusions to form the friction area 5046.

[0069] Please refer to Figures 3 and 15. In some embodiments, in order to facilitate the connection between the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50, one of the base 10 and the cleaning tray 20 is provided with a third positioning member 203, and the other is provided with a positioning groove 103. When the cleaning tray 20 is connected to the base 10, the third positioning member 203 is embedded in the positioning groove 103, so that the first transmission joint 40 can be connected to the second transmission joint 50.

[0070] In some embodiments, when the cleaning tray 20 is connected to the base 10, the third positioning member 203 is embedded in the positioning groove 103 to ensure that the installation position of the cleaning tray 20 on the base 10 is determined, so as to facilitate the installation of the cleaning tray 20 and improve work efficiency. At the same time, it can ensure that the position of the first transmission joint 40 is determined, so that the first transmission joint 40 can be connected to the second transmission joint 50, further improving work efficiency.

[0071] In some embodiments, the cleaning tray 20 may be provided with a third positioning element 203, and the base 10 may be provided with a positioning groove 103. Of course, in other embodiments, the base 10 may be provided with a third positioning element 203, and the cleaning tray 20 may be provided with a positioning groove 103.

[0072] In some embodiments, the number of third positioning elements 203 and positioning grooves 103 can be one or more. When there are multiple third positioning elements 203 and positioning grooves 103, the third positioning element 203 can be embedded in the corresponding positioning groove 103.

[0073] Referring to Figures 1 and 18, in some embodiments, the cleaning base station 1000 further includes a suction tube 170 and a filter 120. One end of the suction tube 170 extends into the cleaning tray 20. The filter 120 connects the cleaning tray 20 and the suction tube 170, with at least a portion of the suction tube 170 extending into the inside of the filter 120. Liquid filtered by the filter 120 enters the inside of the filter 120 and is then discharged through the suction tube 170, preventing blockage of the suction tube 170 during wastewater discharge.

[0074] In some embodiments, the filter element 120 may be disposed within and connected to the cleaning tray 20. Of course, in other embodiments, the filter element 120 may be connected to the cleaning rib 160.

[0075] Referring to Figures 1, 18, and 35, in some embodiments, the base 10 is provided with a guide ramp 104 for guiding the cleaning equipment to the washing tray 20. The guide ramp 104 extends obliquely downwards from the top edge of one side of the washing tray 20. In some embodiments, the slope of the guide ramp 104 is 10° to 30°. The guide ramp 104 is provided with anti-slip patterns 105, which correspond to the drive wheels of the cleaning equipment, to increase the friction between the guide ramp 104 and the cleaning equipment, thereby improving the stability of the cleaning equipment on the guide ramp 104.

[0076] When the cleaning assembly 180 is connected to the base 10, the first transmission joint 40 can be connected to the second transmission joint 50 to make the scraping cleaning component 30 move. When the cleaning assembly 180 is separated from the base 10, the first transmission joint 40 can be separated from the second transmission joint 50.

[0077] Since the cleaning assembly 180 is detachably connected to the base 10, the scraping cleaning component 30 is installed on the cleaning assembly 180 for cleaning the cleaning assembly 180. A first transmission joint 40 is located on the cleaning assembly 180 and connected to the scraping cleaning component 30. A second transmission joint 50 is located in the base 10. When the cleaning assembly 180 is connected to the base 10, the first transmission joint 40 can connect to the second transmission joint 50 to activate the scraping cleaning component 30. During the activation of the scraping cleaning component 30, it cleans the cleaning assembly 180, promptly removing dirt and preventing stubborn stains from forming inside the cleaning assembly 180. This ensures the cleanliness of the cleaning assembly 180, reducing the user's cleaning workload and improving the user experience. When deep cleaning of the cleaning assembly 180 and / or maintenance of the cleaning base station 1000 are required, the scraping cleaning component 30 can be... The cleaning assembly 180 is detached from the base 10. When the cleaning assembly 180 is separated from the base 10, the first transmission joint 40 can be separated from the second transmission joint 50, avoiding interference between the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50 on the assembly and disassembly of the cleaning assembly 180 on the base 10. This facilitates the removal of the cleaning assembly 180 from the base 10, allowing for deep cleaning of the cleaning assembly 180 in a location with ample operating space, further ensuring the cleanliness of the cleaning assembly 180. Moreover, after the cleaning assembly 180 is removed from the base 10, the components inside the base 10 that were previously covered by the cleaning assembly 180 are exposed, facilitating maintenance and improving work efficiency.

[0078] Please refer to Figures 4, 5, 16, 17, 30, 31, 32 and 33. In some embodiments, to facilitate the connection and separation between the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50, one of the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50 is provided with at least one protrusion 60, and the other is provided with at least one groove 70. When the cleaning tray 20 is connected to the base 10, the protrusion 60 can be embedded in the groove 70.

[0079] In some embodiments, when the washing tray 20 is installed on the base 10, the protrusion 60 is embedded in the groove 70 to connect the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50 without requiring excessive actions. When the washing tray 20 is separated from the base 10, the protrusion 60 separates from the groove 70 to separate the first transmission joint 40 from the second transmission joint 50 without requiring excessive actions.

[0080] In some embodiments, the protrusion 60 is embedded in the groove 70. The protrusion 60 and the groove 70 not only realize the connection between the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50, but also realize the positioning between the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50, which further facilitates the connection between the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50. At the same time, the protrusion 60 and the groove 70 achieve two uses in one piece, reducing costs.

[0081] In some embodiments, to facilitate the connection and separation between the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50, the first transmission joint 40 has a first end face facing the second transmission joint 50, and the second transmission joint 50 has a second end face facing the first transmission joint 40. One of the protrusions 60 and the grooves 70 is provided on the first end face, and the other is provided on the second end face.

[0082] In some embodiments, one of the protrusion 60 and the groove 70 may be provided on the first transmission member 401, that is, the first transmission member 401 has a first end face facing the second transmission joint 50.

[0083] In some embodiments, the number of protrusions 60 may be one or more, and the number of grooves 70 may be one or more.

[0084] In some embodiments, when there are multiple protrusions 60 and grooves 70, one of the first end face and the second end face is provided with multiple protrusions 60 and the other is provided with multiple grooves 70 along the radial direction of the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50, so as to facilitate the connection of the first transmission joint 40 and the second transmission joint 50.

[0085] In some embodiments, the first end face may have a protrusion 60, and the second end face may have a groove 70. Of course, in other embodiments, the first end face may have a groove 70, and the second end face may have a protrusion 60.

[0086] This disclosure provides a second aspect of a cleaning system. Referring to Figure 35, a schematic diagram of the cleaning system 3000 provided in this second aspect embodiment is shown. The cleaning system 3000 includes a cleaning device 2000 and a cleaning base station 1000 as described in the first aspect embodiment. After the cleaning device 2000 returns to the cleaning base station 1000, its cleaning elements can be cleaned in the cleaning assembly 180 of the cleaning base station 1000. The cleaning elements can be at least one of a mop, a roller brush, and a side brush. In some embodiments, the cleaning device 2000 can be a floor scrubber, a robotic vacuum cleaner, or a sweeping machine, etc., and this disclosure does not impose any limitations.

[0087] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" a second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of a second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" a second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower level than the second feature.

[0088] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "level," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the diagram, and are only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this disclosure.

[0089] It should be noted that all directional indications in this disclosed embodiment are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.

[0090] In this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connection," "fixed," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "fixed" can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0091] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this disclosure is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more features. In the description of this disclosure, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0092] In the description of this specification, the references to "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example disclosed herein. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification.

[0093] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed in this disclosure.

[0094] Although embodiments of the present disclosure 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 the present disclosure, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

[0095] 10: Base 101: First positioning component 102: Mounting slot 103: Positioning groove 104: Guide slope 105: Anti-slip texture 20: Cleaning the tray 201: Cleaning tank 202: First limiting component 2021: First Chamber 2022: Second Chamber 203: Third positioning component 30: Scraping and cleaning components 40: First transmission joint 401: First transmission component 402: First connector 4021: Gear Set 40211: First Gear 40212: Second Gear 4022: Linkage assembly 40221: First Link 40222: First bevel gear 40223: Second bevel gear 40224: Second Link 4023: Worm Gear Set 40231: Worm gear 40232: Worm Gear 50: Second transmission joint 501: Second transmission component 502: Second connector 503: Second positioning component 504: Third transmission component 5041: First spur gear 5042: Second spur gear 5043: Third spur gear 5044: Fourth spur gear 5045: Fifth spur gear 5046: Friction Zone 60: Protrusion 70: Groove 80: First seal 90: Third connector 100: Second limiting component 110: Second seal 120: Filter element 130: Reducer 140: Third seal 150: Driver 160: Cleaning the ribs 1601: Receiving tank 170: Suction tubing 180: Cleaning component 1000: Clean Base Station 2000: Cleaning Equipment 3000: Cleaning System

Claims

1. A clean base station, comprising: Base; A cleaning assembly, connected to the base, includes a cleaning tray and cleaning ribs; A scraping cleaning component is installed on the cleaning assembly for cleaning the cleaning assembly; a transmission device is connected to the scraping cleaning component for moving the scraping cleaning component; a drive assembly is disposed on the base and connected to the transmission device; wherein, along the height direction of the base, the projection of the drive assembly on the base is offset from the projection of the cleaning assembly on the base.

2. The clean base station according to claim 1, wherein, The base has a guide slope.

3. The clean base station according to claim 1 or 2, wherein: The cleaning tray is detachably connected to the base; the cleaning rib is detachably connected to the cleaning tray and is disposed on the scraping cleaning component for cleaning the cleaning elements of the cleaning equipment.

4. A clean base station according to any one of claims 1 to 2, wherein, The transmission device includes: a first transmission joint connected to the scraping and cleaning component; and a second transmission joint disposed on the base and connected to the first transmission joint and the drive assembly; wherein the first transmission joint is disposed on the cleaning tray or the cleaning rib.

5. The clean base station according to claim 4, wherein, The first transmission joint includes: a first transmission component disposed on the cleaning tray or the cleaning rib and connected to the second transmission joint; and a first connecting component connected to the first transmission component and connected to the scraping and cleaning component.

6. The clean base station according to claim 5, wherein, The cleaning tray has a first limiting member, the first transmission member is disposed within the first limiting member, and the first connecting member passes through the first limiting member and is connected to the scraping and cleaning member.

7. The clean base station according to claim 5, wherein, The first connecting member includes: a gear set disposed on the cleaning rib and connected to the first transmission member; a connecting rod set disposed on the cleaning rib and connected to the gear set; and a worm gear set disposed on the cleaning rib and connected to the connecting rod set, wherein the worm gear set is connected to the scraping cleaning member.

8. The clean base station according to claim 5, wherein, The second transmission joint is located at the bottom or side of the cleaning tray.

9. The clean base station according to claim 4, wherein, The second transmission joint includes: a second transmission component connected to the first transmission joint; a third transmission component connected to the drive assembly; and a second connecting component connected to the second transmission component and passing through the base or the cleaning tray to connect to the third transmission component.

10. The clean base station according to claim 9, wherein, The third transmission component includes a plurality of gears, one of which is connected to the drive assembly, and at least one of which is connected to the second connecting member. Each pair of adjacent gears meshes. The plurality of gears transmit power on the same height plane along the height direction of the base.

11. The clean base station according to claim 4, wherein, When the cleaning tray is connected to the base, the first transmission joint can be connected to the second transmission joint to enable the scraping cleaning component to operate; when the cleaning tray is separated from the base, the first transmission joint can be separated from the second transmission joint.

12. The clean base station according to claim 11, wherein, One of the first transmission joint and the second transmission joint has at least one protrusion, and the other has at least one groove. When the cleaning tray is connected to the base, the protrusion can be embedded in the groove.

13. A cleaning system comprising cleaning equipment and a cleaning base station as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 12.

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