Robot cleaner station and robot cleaner system with the same
The robot cleaner station automates mop pad replacement and collection through a base, mop container, lift, and carrier system, addressing inefficiencies in existing robot cleaners by providing a seamless mop pad handling process.
US20260137255A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-05-21SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
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Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- US · United States
- Patent Type
- Applications(United States)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2026-01-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-21
AI Technical Summary
Technical Problem
Existing robot cleaners with mopping functions lack efficient mechanisms for replacing and collecting mop pads, leading to user inconvenience and inefficiency.
Method used
A robot cleaner station with a base, mop container, lift, and mop carrier system that vertically and horizontally moves mop pads, allowing for automated replacement and collection of new and used pads, utilizing a separation plate and drive units for precise pad handling.
Benefits of technology
Enables seamless automation of mop pad supply and collection, enhancing user convenience and efficiency by simplifying the process of replacing and disposing of used mop pads.
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Abstract
A robot cleaner station including a base, a mop container, a lift having a mop carrier, is provided. The mop container is disposed above the base and is configured to accommodate a plurality of mops. The mop container includes a mop outlet adjacent to a lower surface thereof and a mop insertion port adjacent to an upper surface thereof. The lift is configured to move vertically relative to the base and supports the mop pads using the mop carrier. The mop carrier is configured to be inserted into the mop outlet to remove one of the plurality of mop pads contained in the mop container, and be inserted into the mop insertion port to allow a used mop pad to be stored inside the mop container.
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