Clothing care apparatus, control method therefor, and clothing storage container

Abstract

The present disclosure may provide a clothing care apparatus, a control method therefor, and a clothing storage container. The clothing care apparatus, according to the present disclosure, comprises: a care compartment; a blower for generating an air flow; and a clothing storage container. The clothing storage container comprises: a case; a clothing shelf; a ventilation module; a sensor module; and at least one processor. The at least one processor, when the clothing storage container is received in the care compartment, may: establish a communication connection with the clothing storage container; drive the blower so that an air flow is generated in the care compartment; drive the ventilation module so that the air flow in the care compartment is circulated through the clothing storage container; detect the humidity inside the clothing storage container through the sensor module while the air flow in the care compartment is circulated through the clothing storage container; and, on the basis of the humidity, control the driving of the blower and the driving of the ventilation module.

Description

Clothing management machine, control method of the clothing management machine, and clothing storage box

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a clothing manager, a control method for the clothing manager, and a clothing storage box. Specifically, the present disclosure provides a clothing storage box that intelligently stores clothing, a clothing manager that accommodates the clothing storage box, and a method for managing clothing stored in the clothing storage box using the clothing manager.

[0002] A garment manager can be a home appliance that manages clothing. It can deodorize, reduce wrinkles, dry, and sterilize clothing. It can apply steam, air, and heat to keep clothing clean. A garment manager can quickly manage clothing in your home.

[0003] A clothing storage box can be a box used to store clothing in your home. It can keep your clothing organized and protected from external contaminants.

[0004] Clothing stored in a clothing locker for extended periods can become damp due to the air inside the locker. To remove moisture from clothing stored in a clothing locker, remove the clothing from the locker and air it out or place it in a clothes dryer to dry. Users must regularly maintain clothing stored in a clothing locker. Therefore, removing moisture from clothing stored in a clothing locker and maintaining it for extended periods can be challenging.

[0005] A home may have multiple lockers. These lockers may be located or moved around various locations within the home. Therefore, it may be difficult for a user to identify which locker within the home holds the desired item.

[0006] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a clothing manager includes a management room; a blower for generating air flow within the management room; and a clothing storage box for storing clothing and accommodated in the management room, wherein the clothing storage box includes a case; a clothing shelf; a ventilation module for circulating air through the clothing storage box; a sensor module for detecting humidity within the clothing storage box; and at least one processor, wherein the at least one processor detects whether the clothing storage box is accommodated in the management room, and when the clothing storage box is accommodated in the management room: establishes a communication connection with the clothing storage box, drives the blower to generate the air flow within the management room, drives the ventilation module to circulate the air flow within the management room through the clothing storage box, and while the air flow within the management room is circulated through the clothing storage box, detects the humidity within the clothing storage box through the sensor module, and controls driving of the blower device and the ventilation module based on the humidity.

[0007] A method for controlling a clothing manager according to one embodiment of the present disclosure may include: an operation of detecting whether a clothing storage box is accommodated in a management room; an operation of establishing a communication connection with the clothing storage box; an operation of driving a blower to generate air flow within the management room and a operation of driving a ventilation module to circulate the air flow within the management room through the clothing storage box; an operation of detecting humidity within the clothing storage box through a sensor module of the clothing storage box while the air flow within the management room is circulated through the clothing storage box; and an operation of controlling driving of the blower device and the ventilation module based on the humidity.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, a clothing storage box includes: a case; a clothing shelf; a ventilation module for circulating air through the clothing storage box; a sensor module for detecting humidity inside the clothing storage box; and at least one processor, wherein the at least one processor, when the clothing storage box is accommodated in a management room of a clothing manager: establishes a communication connection with the clothing manager, transmits information to the clothing manager through the established communication connection to drive a blower of the clothing manager so that the air flow is generated inside the management room, drives the ventilation module so that the air flow inside the management room is circulated through the clothing storage box, and detects the humidity inside through the sensor module while the air flow inside the management room is circulated through the clothing storage box, and transmits information to the clothing manager through the established communication connection to control driving of the blower device and the ventilation module based on the humidity.

[0009] FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a clothing manager according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0010] FIG. 2 is a side view of a clothing manager containing a clothing storage box according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0011] FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a clothing storage box according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0012] FIG. 4 is a front view of a clothing storage box according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0013] FIG. 5 is a flowchart illustrating a method for controlling a clothing manager according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0014] FIG. 6 is a drawing showing the flow of air inside a clothing manager containing a clothing storage box according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0015] FIG. 7 is a table showing the control of the operation of the blower device of the clothing manager and the operation of the ventilation module of the clothing storage box according to the humidity inside the clothing storage box according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] FIG. 8 is a block diagram showing an identification module of a clothing storage box and a tag of clothing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 9 is a diagram showing displaying clothing information read from a tag of clothing on an output interface of a clothing manager according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 10 is a diagram illustrating finding a clothing storage box in which desired clothing is stored according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating finding desired clothing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 12 is a flowchart illustrating determining desired clothing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing a clothing storage box in which desired clothing is stored according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0022] FIG. 14 is a flowchart illustrating a method of detecting a user's approach and displaying a clothing storage box containing desired clothing according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 15 is a drawing showing a clothing management device including a clothing manager according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0024] The terms used in this disclosure will be briefly explained, and one embodiment of the present disclosure will be specifically described.

[0025] The terms used in this disclosure are selected from widely used, current terms, taking into account the functions of one embodiment of the disclosure. However, these terms may vary depending on the intentions of those skilled in the art, precedents, the emergence of new technologies, etc. Furthermore, in certain cases, terms may be arbitrarily selected by the applicant, and in such cases, their meanings will be described in detail in the description of the relevant embodiments of the disclosure. Therefore, the terms used in this disclosure should not be defined simply as names of terms, but rather based on the meanings of the terms and the overall content of the disclosure.

[0026] In this disclosure, the expression “at least one of a, b or c” may refer to “a”, “b”, “c”, “a and b”, “a and c”, “b and c”, “all of a, b and c”, or variations thereof.

[0027] Throughout this disclosure, when a part is said to "include" a component, this does not exclude other components, but rather implies the inclusion of other components, unless otherwise specifically stated. Furthermore, terms such as "part," "module," and the like described herein refer to a unit that processes at least one function or operation, which may be implemented in hardware or software, or a combination of hardware and software.

[0028] Below, with reference to the attached drawings, embodiments of the present disclosure are described in detail so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present disclosure. However, one embodiment of the present disclosure may be implemented in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. In addition, in the drawings, parts irrelevant to the description are omitted to clearly describe one embodiment of the present disclosure, and similar parts are designated with similar drawing reference numerals throughout the present disclosure.

[0029] Fig. 1 is a perspective view showing a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include a main body (10) and a door (20).

[0030] The main body (10) can form the exterior of the clothing manager (1). The main body (10) can be composed of a housing (11). The housing (11) can include at least one side wall, a lower surface, and an upper surface. For example, the housing (11) can have a rectangular prism shape in which a first direction (e.g., the x-axis direction) is open. A management room (12) for accommodating clothing can be provided inside the main body (10). The shape of the management room (12) can be defined by the housing (11). For example, when the housing (11) has a rectangular prism shape, the management room (12) can be defined as a rectangular parallelepiped space.

[0031] The door (20) can be rotatably coupled to the main body (10). For example, the door (20) can be coupled to one corner of an open portion of the housing (11). The door (20) can open or close the clothing manager (1). When storing clothing in the management room (12), the door (20) can be opened. When the clothing manager (1) is operating, the door (20) can remain closed.

[0032] A clothes hanger stand (61) may be provided inside the management room (12). The clothes hanger stand (61) may be provided in the form of a bar crossing the management room (12). For example, the clothes hanger stand (61) may be a bar crossing the upper part of the management room (12) in a second direction (e.g., y-axis direction) that is perpendicular to the first direction. The clothes hanger stand (61) may hold a clothes hanger (60).

[0033] FIG. 2 is a side view of a clothing manager (1) containing a clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment can contain the clothing storage box (200) inside the main body (10). For example, the clothing storage box (200) can be contained inside the management room (12) of the clothing manager (1). The clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment can include a main body (10), a door (20), a machine room (70), a blower (80), a clothing stand (180), a clothing storage box support (190), and at least one processor (not shown).

[0034] A machine room (70) may be provided at the lower part of the main body (10). The machine room (70) can dehumidify or heat the air inside the main body (10). The machine room (70) may include a heat exchange device. The heat exchange device may include an evaporator, a condenser, and a compressor. The evaporator, condenser, and compressor can evaporate, condense, and compress the refrigerant while circulating it. The machine room (70) can remove moisture in the air inside the main body (10) through a heat exchange phenomenon according to the circulation of the refrigerant, and heat the air inside the main body (10).

[0035] A blower (80) may be provided at the upper portion of the main body (10). The blower (80) may circulate air inside the management room (12). The blower (80) may include a fan. The blower (80) may remove moisture generated in the machine room (70) and discharge heated air from the upper portion of the hanger (60). The blower (80) may dry and manage clothes placed on the hanger (60).

[0036] The clothing stand (180) may be provided in the center of the interior of the main body (10). The clothing stand (180) may be provided on the side wall of the housing (11). The clothing stand (180) may be used to hold clothing other than clothing to be held on a hanger (60). For example, the clothing stand (180) may be used to hold clothing that is not easily held on a hanger (60), such as shoes, hats, scarves, and gloves.

[0037] The clothing storage box support (190) can support the clothing storage box (200). The clothing storage box holder (190) can be a structure on which the clothing storage box (200) can be placed. For example, the clothing storage box holder (190) can be a plate or shelf on which the clothing storage box (200) can be placed. The clothing storage box holder (190) can have a structure that can support a load so as to support the clothing storage box (200) in which clothing is stored. The clothing storage box holder (190) can be made of a high-strength material so as to support the clothing storage box (200) in which clothing is stored.

[0038] According to one embodiment, a clothing manager (1) may include a connector (190a) for connecting a clothing storage box (200) placed on a clothing storage box holder (190) to the clothing manager (1). The connector (190a) may connect the clothing manager (1) and the clothing storage box (200) via a wire. The clothing manager (1) may supply power to the clothing storage box (200) or transmit and receive signals and data with the clothing storage box (200) via the connector (190a). However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the clothing manager (1) may be wirelessly connected to the clothing storage box (200) to supply power to the clothing storage box (200) or transmit and receive signals and data with the clothing storage box (200).

[0039] At least one processor included in the clothing manager (1) can control the overall operation of the clothing manager (1). At least one processor can control the start and stop of the operation of the clothing manager (1). When the clothing manager (1) and the clothing storage box (200) are wirelessly connected, at least one processor can control the overall operation of the clothing storage box (200).

[0040] FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment may include a case (210), a clothing shelf (220), a ventilation module (230), and a sensor module (240).

[0041] The case (210) may form the exterior of the clothing storage box (200). The case (210) may have a shape capable of storing clothing. For example, the case (210) may be in the shape of a box. The case (210) may include a cover. The cover may be coupled to one side of the case (210). For example, the cover may be coupled to the upper surface of the case (210) in a rotatably manner or may be coupled in a sliding structure. The cover may open or close the clothing storage box (200). The cover may be opened when putting clothing into the clothing storage box (200) or taking clothing out from the clothing storage box (200). The cover may remain closed when storing clothing in the clothing storage box (200).

[0042] A clothing shelf (220) may be provided on the inner surface of the case (210). The clothing shelf (220) may support clothing stored in the clothing storage box (200). The clothing shelf (220) may separate the clothing stored in the clothing storage box (200). The clothing shelf (220) may provide a ventilation space for the clothing stored in the clothing storage box (200).

[0043] The ventilation module (230) may be provided on one side of the case (210). For example, the ventilation module (230) may be provided to penetrate the side of the case (210). The ventilation module (230) may include a fan. The ventilation module (230) may circulate air inside the clothing storage box (200). The ventilation module (230) may discharge air inside the clothing storage box (200) to the outside of the clothing storage box (200) and introduce air outside the clothing storage box (200) into the clothing storage box (200).

[0044] The sensor module (240) may be provided inside the case (210). For example, the sensor module (240) may be attached to the inner side of the case (210). The sensor module (240) may include a humidity sensor. The sensor module (240) may detect humidity inside the clothing storage box (200). The sensor module (240) may include an odor sensor. The sensor module (240) may detect odor inside the clothing storage box (200).

[0045] According to one embodiment, the clothing storage box (200) may further include at least one processor (not shown). The at least one processor may control the overall operation of the clothing storage box (200). The at least one processor may control the start and stop of the operation of the ventilation module (230). The at least one processor may control the operation of the ventilation module (230) based on the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) detected by the sensor module (240).

[0046] FIG. 4 is a front view of a clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment may include a case (210), a clothing shelf (220), a ventilation module (230), a sensor module (240), an identification module (250), and a display (260).

[0047] The case (210) may include a cover (211). The cover (211) may be coupled to one side of the case (210). For example, the cover (211) may be coupled to the upper surface of the case (210) in a rotatably manner or may be coupled in a sliding structure. The cover (211) may open or close the clothing storage box (200). The cover (211) may be opened when putting clothes into the clothing storage box (200) or taking clothes out from the clothing storage box (200). The cover (211) may be maintained in a closed state when storing clothes in the clothing storage box (200).

[0048] The case (210) may include a ventilation hole (212). The ventilation hole (212) may be formed on one side of the case (210). For example, the ventilation hole (212) may be formed to penetrate one side of the lower side of the side of the case (210). The ventilation hole (212) may be arranged on a side opposite to the side on which the ventilation module (230) is arranged. The ventilation hole (212) may be arranged at a different height from the ventilation module (230). However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the ventilation hole (212) may be arranged to face the ventilation module (230). The ventilation hole (212) may discharge air inside the clothing storage box (200) to the outside of the clothing storage box (200). The ventilation hole (212) may allow air outside the clothing storage box (200) to flow into the clothing storage box (200).

[0049] A clothing shelf (220) may be provided on the inner surface of the case (210). The clothing shelf (220) may have a structure that facilitates ventilation at the edges. For example, the clothing shelf (220) may have a structure in which a plurality of bars are arranged in parallel. However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the clothing shelf (220) may have a structure capable of supporting stored clothing, such as a plate structure, a basket structure, or a mesh structure.

[0050] The ventilation module (230) may be placed on the side opposite to the side where the ventilation hole (212) is placed. The ventilation module (230) may be placed at a different height from the ventilation hole (212). However, this is not limited to this, and the ventilation module (230) may also be placed to face the ventilation hole (212).

[0051] The sensor module (240) may include a humidity sensor. The sensor module (240) may be provided inside the case (210). For example, the sensor module (240) may be attached to the inner side of the case (210). However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the sensor module (240) may be positioned at a location where it can effectively detect the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200).

[0052] The identification module (250) may be placed in the case (210). For example, the identification module (250) may be placed on the inner surface of the case (210). However, the present invention is not limited thereto, and the identification module (250) may also be placed on the outer surface of the case (210). The identification module (250) may generate a wireless signal to identify an object related to clothing stored inside the clothing storage box (200). The identification module (250) may be a radio frequency identification (RFID) reader.

[0053] When the identification module (250) is an RFID reader, the identification module (250) can identify an RFID tag attached to clothing stored inside the clothing storage box (200). Passive RFID tags can be attached to the clothing. For example, RFID tags can be attached to clothing by a clothing company and sold. For example, a user can attach an RFID tag at home after purchasing clothing. The identification module (250) can generate an RF signal. When a tag attached to clothing receives an RF signal and transmits a response signal, the identification module (250) can receive the response signal. The identification module (250) can obtain information related to the clothing based on the response signal. For example, the identification module (250) can periodically transmit wireless power and receive a passive RFID signal to recognize the type of clothing inside the clothing storage box (200). For example, a user can store clothing in a clothing storage box (200) after recognizing the tag of the clothing in the identification module (250).

[0054] The display (260) may be disposed on the outer surface of the case (210). For example, the display (260) may be disposed at the center of the outer side or the upper part of the outer side of the case (210). For example, the display (260) may be a screen display module composed of a liquid crystal display (LCD) or an organic light emitting diode. As another example, the display (260) may be a light emitting module composed of a light emitting diode. The display (260) may display information related to clothing stored inside the clothing storage box (200). For example, if the clothing to be found is inside the clothing storage box (200), the display (260) may display or illuminate a guide screen indicating that the clothing to be found is present.

[0055] FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing a method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0056] In operation 510, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can detect whether a clothing storage box (200) is stored in a management room (12). The clothing manager (1) can detect whether an object exists in the management room (12). The clothing manager (1) can detect whether a clothing storage box (200) exists in the management room (12).

[0057] In operation 520, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can establish a communication connection with a clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can initiate an attempt to control the clothing storage box (200) housed in a management room (12). The clothing manager (1) can establish a communication connection with the clothing storage box (200) housed in the management room (12) wirelessly or by wire. For example, the clothing manager (1) can establish a wireless communication connection with the clothing storage box (200) housed in the management room (12) by using an RFID method or an NFC method. For example, the clothing manager (1) can be connected to the clothing storage box (200) housed in the management room (12) through a connector (190a) to establish a wired communication connection.

[0058] In operation 530, the clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment can start the first driving of the blower (80) and the second driving of the ventilation module (230). The clothing manager (1) can control the clothing storage box (200) housed in the management room (12). The clothing manager (1) can drive the ventilation module (230) of the clothing storage box (200) while driving the blower (80).

[0059] In operation 540, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can detect the humidity inside a clothing storage box (200) through a sensor module (240). The sensor module (240) of the clothing storage box (200) can detect the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can obtain information about the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) from the sensor module (240) of the clothing storage box (200) housed in the management room (12).

[0060] In operation 550, the clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment can control the first drive and the second drive based on humidity. The clothing manager (1) can control the drive of the blower (80) and the drive of the ventilation module (230) according to the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can maintain the first drive and the second drive when the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is out of a specified humidity range. The clothing manager (1) can stop the first drive and the second drive when the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is within a specified humidity range. The clothing manager (1) can control the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) so that the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is within a specified humidity range. The clothing manager (1) can remove moisture from clothing stored inside the clothing storage box (200) without having to take the clothing out of the storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can easily manage clothing stored in the clothing storage box (200) for a long period of time.

[0061] FIG. 6 is a drawing showing the flow of air inside a clothing manager (1) containing a clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0062] The blower (80) of the clothing manager (1) may be placed at the top of the clothing manager (1). The blower (80) may discharge heated and dried air toward the clothing storage box (200). The heated and dried air may surround the clothing storage box (200). When the ventilation module (230) of the clothing storage box (200) operates, the heated and dried air may be introduced into the clothing storage box (200) through the ventilation hole (212) of the clothing storage box (200). The heated and dried air introduced into the interior of the clothing storage box (200) may pass through the clothing (310) stored in the clothing storage box (200). The moist air inside the clothing storage box (200) may be discharged to the outside of the clothing storage box (200) through the ventilation module (230).

[0063] When the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) increases, the clothing manager (1) can display a notification to notify that the clothing stored in the clothing storage box (200) should be managed. The clothing manager (1) can recommend a course for managing the clothing stored in the clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can detect whether the clothing storage box (200) is located inside the management room (12). The clothing manager (1) can start operating. The clothing manager (1) can operate the ventilation module (230) of the clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can check whether the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is below a specified threshold value. When the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is below a specified threshold value, the clothing manager (1) can terminate the operation of the clothing manager (1) and the operation of the ventilation module (230). Accordingly, the clothing manager (1) can manage clothing stored in the clothing storage box (200) by linking with the intelligent clothing storage box (200).

[0064] If the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is high or a certain period of time has passed since the management course of the clothing manager (1) was used, the clothing manager (1) can display a notification through the output interface of the clothing manager (1) or the user terminal. The clothing manager (1) can recommend a course for managing clothes stored in the clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can start operating with the recommended course. The clothing manager (1) can transmit a driving signal to the clothing storage box (200) to drive the ventilation module (230) of the clothing manager (200). The clothing manager (1) can start operating the ventilation module (230).

[0065] The clothing manager (1) can obtain the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) from the sensor module (240) of the clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can check whether the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is below a specified threshold value. If the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is below a specified threshold value, the clothing manager (1) can terminate the operation of the ventilation module (230). If the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is below a specified threshold value, the clothing manager (1) can terminate the course of the clothing manager (1). The clothing manager (1) can display that the course of the clothing manager (1) has been completed through the output interface of the clothing manager (1) or a user terminal.

[0066] FIG. 7 is a table showing the control of the operation of the blower (80) of the clothing manager (1) and the operation of the ventilation module (230) of the clothing storage box (200) according to the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0067] The clothing manager (1) can maintain the first operation of the blower (80) of the clothing manager (1) based on the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) being higher than a threshold value. The clothing manager (1) can maintain the second operation of the ventilation module (230) of the clothing storage box (200) based on the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) being higher than a threshold value. The clothing manager (1) can stop the first operation of the blower (80) of the clothing manager (1) based on the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) being lower than a threshold value. The clothing manager (1) can stop the second operation of the ventilation module (230) of the clothing storage box (200) based on the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) being lower than a threshold value.

[0068] For example, the clothing manager (1) can stop the first operation of the blower (80) when the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is 0% or more and less than 60%. For example, the clothing manager (1) can stop the second operation of the ventilation module (230) when the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is 0% or more and less than 60%. For example, the clothing manager (1) can start the first operation of the blower (80) when the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is 60% or more and less than 100%. For example, the clothing manager (1) can start the second operation of the ventilation module (230) when the humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) is 60% or more and less than 100%.

[0069] FIG. 8 is a block diagram illustrating an identification module (250) of a clothing storage box (200) and a tag (311) of clothing (310) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. The identification module (250) may include a signal generator (810), a signal receiver (820), a memory (830), a power module (840), and a controller (850).

[0070] The signal generator (810) can generate a first signal, which is an RF signal for identifying the tag (311). The signal generator (810) can transmit the first signal inside the clothing storage box (200). The tag (311) can receive the first signal. The tag (311) can transmit a second signal, which is an RF signal containing clothing information, in response to the first signal. The signal receiver (820) can receive the second signal.

[0071] The memory (830) can store clothing information included in the second signal. The power module (840) can include a power module that supplies power for the identification module (250) to operate. The controller (850) can control the overall operation of the identification module (250).

[0072] FIG. 9 is a drawing showing that clothing information read from a tag (311) of clothing (310) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure is displayed on an output interface (900) of a clothing manager (1).

[0073] The identification module (250) of the clothing storage box (200) can transmit a first signal to the tag (311). The identification module (250) can receive a second signal containing clothing information from the tag (311). The identification module (250) can transmit the clothing information to the clothing manager (1). For example, the identification module (250) can transmit the clothing information to the output interface (900) of the clothing manager (1).

[0074] At least one processor of the clothing manager (1) can receive clothing information related to the clothing (310) stored in the clothing storage box (200) from the tag (311) of the clothing (310) through the identification module (250). At least one processor can control the first operation of the blower (80) of the clothing manager (1) based on the clothing information. At least one processor can control the second operation of the ventilation module (230) of the clothing storage box (200) based on the clothing information.

[0075] The clothing information may include at least one of the type of clothing (310), the shape of clothing (310), the size of clothing (310), the material of clothing (310), and the color of clothing (310). For example, the clothing information may indicate that the type of clothing (310) is a coat. For example, the clothing information may include an image or photo file indicating the shape of clothing (310). For example, the clothing information may indicate that the size of clothing (310) is large. For example, the clothing information may indicate that the material of clothing (310) is a mixture of nylon and polyester. For example, the clothing information may indicate that the color of clothing (310) is gray.

[0076] At least one processor can analyze the type, number, and material of clothing included in the clothing information to select a course to be operated by the clothing manager (1). At least one processor can analyze the type, number, and material of clothing included in the clothing information to set the amount of steam generated when the clothing manager (1) operates. At least one processor can analyze the type, number, and material of clothing included in the clothing information to set the temperature of steam generated when the clothing manager (1) operates. At least one processor can analyze the type, number, and material of clothing included in the clothing information to set the temperature of hot air generated when the clothing manager (1) operates.

[0077] The output interface (900) of the clothing manager (1) may be arranged on the outer surface of the clothing manager (1). At least one processor of the clothing manager (1) may, through the output interface (900), notify of precautions related to clothing (310) stored in the clothing storage box (200) based on clothing information. At least one processor may display a first UI (910) and a second UI (920) that notify of precautions related to clothing (310) through the output interface (900).

[0078] The first UI (910) may display guidance recommending an alternative course that can prevent damage to clothing. For example, the first UI (910) may display guidance such as, "There is a risk of damage to clothing. We recommend a low-temperature drying course that will not damage clothing."

[0079] The second UI (920) may display instructions to exclude certain materials or types of clothing. For example, the second UI (920) may display instructions such as, "There is a risk of clothing damage. Please exclude leather clothing from the clothing storage."

[0080] In Fig. 9, the first UI (910) and the second UI (920) for notifying precautions related to clothing (310) are displayed on the output interface (900) of the clothing manager (1). However, this is not limited thereto, and when the clothing storage box (200) is located outside the clothing manager (1), the first UI (910) and the second UI (920) for notifying precautions related to clothing (310) may be displayed through the display (260) of the clothing storage box (200).

[0081] FIG. 10 is a drawing showing finding a clothing storage box (200) in which desired clothing (310) is stored according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0082] The clothing storage box (200) can identify clothing information entered in the tag (311) of the clothing (310) through the identification module (250). The clothing information may include at least one of the type of clothing (310), the shape of clothing (310), the size of clothing (310), the material of clothing (310), and the color of clothing (310).

[0083] The clothing storage box (200) can match clothing information and identification information. The identification information can include an identifier (ID) of the clothing storage box (200). The clothing storage box (200) can match the ID of the clothing storage box (200) with clothing (310).

[0084] The clothing storage box (200) can obtain location information through the identification module (250). The location information can include information related to the location of the clothing storage box (200) within the home.

[0085] The clothing storage box (200) can store clothing information, identification information, and location information in the server (1010). The clothing storage box (200) can be connected to the server (1010) via wireless communication. The clothing storage box (200) can transmit clothing information, identification information, and location information to the server (1010). The server (1010) can store clothing information, identification information, and location information received from the clothing storage box (200).

[0086] The clothing storage box (200) can receive desired clothing information from the terminal (1020). The terminal (1020) can receive desired clothing information from the user. The terminal (1020) can transmit the desired clothing information to the clothing storage box (200). The clothing storage box (200) can receive the desired clothing information transmitted from the terminal (1020).

[0087] The clothing storage box (200) can identify the storage location of clothing (310) based on clothing information, identification information, and location information. The clothing storage box (200) can identify the storage location of clothing (310) through the server (1010). The server (1010) can transmit the stored clothing information, identification information, and location information to the clothing storage box (200) in response to an event in which the clothing storage box (200) receives desired clothing information. The clothing storage box (200) can identify the location of the clothing storage box (200) in which the clothing (310) is stored based on the clothing information, identification information, and location information. Accordingly, a user can easily find the clothing storage box (200) in which the desired clothing (310) is stored.

[0088] FIG. 11 is a flowchart illustrating finding desired clothing (310) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0089] In operation 1110, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can store clothing information, identification information, and location information in a server (1010). The clothing manager (1) can accommodate a clothing storage box (200) in a management room (12). The clothing manager (1) can obtain clothing information, identification information, and location information from the clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) accommodating the clothing storage box (200) can be connected to the server (1010) via wireless communication. The clothing manager (1) can transmit clothing information, identification information, and location information to the server (1010). The server (1010) can store clothing information, identification information, and location information received from the clothing manager (1).

[0090] In operation 1120, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can receive desired clothing information from a terminal (1020). The terminal (1020) can receive desired clothing information from a user. The terminal (1020) can transmit the desired clothing information to the clothing manager (1). The clothing manager (1) can receive the desired clothing information transmitted from the terminal (1020).

[0091] In operation 1130, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can identify a storage location of clothing (310) based on clothing information, identification information, and location information. The clothing manager (1) can identify a storage location of clothing (310) through a server (1010). The server (1010) can transmit the stored clothing information, identification information, and location information to the clothing manager (1) in response to an event in which the clothing manager (1) receives desired clothing information. The clothing manager (1) can identify a location of a clothing storage box (200) in which clothing (310) is stored based on the clothing information, identification information, and location information.

[0092] FIG. 12 is a flowchart illustrating determining desired clothing (310) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0093] In operation 1210, clothing information can be stored in a tag (311). A user or clothing seller can store clothing information in the tag (311). For example, a user can input and store clothing information in the tag (311). For example, a clothing seller can sell clothing (310) after inputting clothing information in the tag (311).

[0094] In one embodiment, clothing information may be stored in a tag (311) using an RFID method. For example, the terminal (1020) may include an application that stores clothing information in the tag (311). For example, the terminal (1020) may recognize the tag (311) using a tagging method. For example, the terminal (1020) may take a picture of the clothing (310) using a camera included in the terminal (1020) and store the taken image in the tag (311).

[0095] In operation 1220, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can receive a user input related to desired clothing. The user can input related to desired clothing (310) to the terminal (1020). For example, the user can input the color of the desired clothing (310) that he or she wants to find, the owner of the desired clothing (310), whether the desired clothing (310) is a top or bottom, whether the desired clothing (310) is a long or short piece, or whether the desired clothing (310) is a summer or winter piece. The terminal (1020) can transmit the user input related to the desired clothing to the clothing manager (1). The clothing manager (1) can receive the user input related to the desired clothing transmitted from the terminal (1020).

[0096] In operation 1230, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can determine desired clothing based on a user input. The clothing manager (1) can load clothing information corresponding to the user input related to the received transmitted desired clothing. The clothing manager (1) can identify clothing (310) corresponding to the user input related to the desired clothing. The clothing manager (1) can identify the location of a clothing storage box (200) in which clothing (310) corresponding to the user input related to the desired clothing is stored.

[0097] FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing a clothing storage box (200) in which desired clothing (310) is stored according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0098] In operation 1310, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can identify a clothing storage box (200) in which desired clothing (310) is stored based on clothing information and identification information. The clothing manager (1) can receive clothing information and identification information from a server (1010). The clothing manager (1) can identify a clothing storage box (200) in which desired clothing (310) is stored based on the clothing information and identification information received from the server (1010).

[0099] In one embodiment, the clothing storage box (200) can identify that clothing (310) is stored inside. The clothing storage box (200) can identify a tag (311) attached to the clothing (310) using an identification module (250).

[0100] In one embodiment, the clothing storage box (200) can identify the location of clothing (310) stored therein. The identification module (250) of the clothing storage box (200) can identify the intensity of an RF signal transmitted from a tag (311) attached to the clothing (310). The identification module (250) can identify the location of the clothing (310) based on the intensity of the RF signal. For example, the identification module (250) can include at least one RF receiver. The at least one RF receiver can identify the intensity of the RF signal. As the number of RF receivers included in the identification module (250) increases, the location of the clothing (310) can be identified more accurately.

[0101] In one embodiment, the clothing locker (200) can identify its location within a home. The clothing locker (200) can transmit its location as an RF signal. Multiple UWB sensors can be placed within the home. The multiple UWB sensors can be connected to a server (1010). The server (1010) can identify the location of the clothing locker (200) using the multiple UWB sensors.

[0102] The location of the clothing storage box (200) identified in operation 1320 may be displayed on the terminal (1020). According to one embodiment, the clothing manager (1) may transmit the location of the identified clothing storage box (200) to the terminal (1020). The terminal (1020) may receive the location of the identified clothing storage box (200) from the clothing manager (1). The terminal (1020) may display the location of the clothing storage box (200) received from the clothing manager (1).

[0103] In operation 1330, the clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment can detect whether the identified clothing storage box (200) is stored in the management room (12) of the clothing manager (1). The clothing manager (1) can detect whether the clothing storage box (200) in which the desired clothing (310) is stored is stored in the management room (12).

[0104] In operation 1340, the clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment can drive the output interface (900) of the clothing manager (1) that accommodates the identified clothing storage box (200) based on the detection result or the display (260) of the identified clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can drive the output interface (900) when the clothing storage box (200) in which the desired clothing (310) is stored is stored in the management room (12) based on the detection result. For example, the clothing manager (1) can cause the output interface (900) to light up when the clothing storage box (200) is stored in the management room (12). The clothing manager (1) can drive the display (260) of the clothing storage box (200) when the clothing storage box (200) in which the desired clothing (310) is stored is located outside the clothing manager (1) based on the detection result. For example, the clothing manager (1) can transmit a tracking signal that causes the display (260) to illuminate when the clothing storage box (200) is located outside the clothing manager (1). Accordingly, the user can easily identify the location of the clothing storage box (200) in which the desired clothing (310) is stored, regardless of where the clothing storage box (200) in which the desired clothing (310) is stored is located.

[0105] FIG. 14 is a flowchart illustrating a method of detecting a user's approach and displaying a clothing storage box (200) in which desired clothing (310) is stored according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0106] In operation 1410, a desired clothing search function can be executed on a terminal (1020). The terminal (1020) can execute an application including a function for finding desired clothing (310).

[0107] In operation 1420, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can identify a clothing storage box (200) in which desired clothing (310) is stored based on clothing information and identification information.

[0108] In operation 1430, a clothing manager (1) according to an embodiment can identify whether a user approaches a clothing storage box (200) within a critical distance using a human body detection sensor within a home. A plurality of human body detection sensors can be placed within a home. The clothing manager (1) can identify the location of the clothing storage box (200). The clothing manager (1) can identify whether a user approaches a clothing storage box (200) within a critical distance using a human body detection sensor placed near the clothing storage box (200) among the plurality of human body detection sensors.

[0109] In operation 1430, the clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment can drive the output interface (900) of the clothing manager (1) that accommodates the identified clothing storage box (200) or the display (260) of the identified clothing storage box (200) when the user approaches the clothing storage box (200) within a threshold distance. The clothing manager (1) can detect whether the user approaches the clothing storage box (200) within a threshold distance by using a human body detection sensor placed near the clothing storage box (200). When the clothing manager (1) is housed in the management room (12) when the user approaches the clothing storage box (200) within a threshold distance, the output interface (900) can be driven. The clothing manager (1) can transmit a tracking signal that causes the display (260) to light up when the clothing manager (200) is located outside the clothing manager (1) when the user approaches the clothing storage box (200) within a critical distance. Accordingly, when the user approaches the clothing storage box (200) where the desired clothing (310) is stored within a critical distance, the location of the clothing storage box (200) where the desired clothing (310) is stored can be easily identified.

[0110] FIG. 15 is a drawing showing a clothing management device (1500) including a clothing management device (1) according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0111] The clothing management device (1500) may include a clothing storage room (1501) and a clothing management device (1). The clothing management device (1500) may be a smart wardrobe in which the wardrobe and the clothing management device (1) are integrated.

[0112] The clothing storage room (1501) may include a plurality of identification modules (1510). The plurality of identification modules (1510) may be RFID readers.

[0113] At least one clothing storage box (200) can be stored in the clothing storage room (1501). At least one identification module (1510) among the plurality of identification modules (1510) can be wirelessly connected to the identification module (250) of the clothing storage box (200).

[0114] The clothing manager (1) may include an identification module (1520). The identification module (1520) may be an RFID reader. The identification module (1520) may be wirelessly connected to the identification module (250) of the clothing storage box (200).

[0115] In the present disclosure, it is assumed and described that at least one processor of the clothing storage box (200) controls the clothing manager (1). However, this is not limited thereto, and a communication connection may be established between at least one processor of the clothing storage box (200) and at least one processor of the clothing manager (1). Through the established communication connection, at least one processor of the clothing storage box (200) may transmit information to at least one processor of the clothing manager (1). At least one processor of the clothing manager (1) may control a component (e.g., a blower (80)) included in the clothing manager (1) based on the transmitted information.

[0116] The present disclosure provides a clothing manager, a control method for the clothing manager, and a clothing manager that easily manages clothing stored in a clothing storage box for a long period of time and easily reduces moisture in the clothing stored in the clothing storage box.

[0117] The present disclosure provides a clothing manager that allows a user to easily find which clothing storage box in a home contains the clothing he or she wants to find, a method for controlling the clothing manager, and a clothing storage box.

[0118] A clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include a blower (80) for ventilating clothing (310), a management room (12) for accommodating a clothing storage box (200) in which clothing (310) is stored, and at least one processor. The clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment may include a case (210), a clothing shelf (220), a ventilation module (230), and a sensor module (240). At least one processor according to one embodiment may detect whether the clothing storage box (200) is accommodated in the management room (12). At least one processor according to one embodiment may establish a communication connection with the clothing storage box (200). At least one processor according to one embodiment may initiate a first operation of the blower (80) and a second operation of the ventilation module (230). At least one processor according to one embodiment may detect humidity inside the clothing storage box (200) through the sensor module (240). At least one processor according to one embodiment can control the first drive and the second drive based on humidity.

[0119] At least one processor according to one embodiment may maintain the first drive and the second drive based on the humidity being above a threshold value. At least one processor according to one embodiment may stop the first drive and the second drive based on the humidity being below a threshold value.

[0120] A clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment may include an identification module (250). At least one processor according to one embodiment may receive clothing information related to clothing (310) from a tag (311) of clothing (310) stored in the clothing storage box (200) through the identification module (250). At least one processor according to one embodiment may control the first drive and the second drive based on the clothing information.

[0121] Clothing information according to one embodiment may include at least one of the type of clothing (310), the shape of clothing (310), the size of clothing (310), the material of clothing (310), and the color of clothing (310).

[0122] A clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an output interface (900). At least one processor according to one embodiment may notify precautions related to clothing (310) stored in a clothing storage box (200) based on clothing information through the output interface (900).

[0123] According to one embodiment, at least one processor may store clothing information, identification information of a clothing storage box (200), and location information in a server (1010). At least one processor may receive desired clothing information from a terminal (1020). At least one processor may identify a storage location of desired clothing (310) corresponding to the desired clothing information based on the clothing information, identification information, and location information.

[0124] According to one embodiment, at least one processor may, when a clothing storage box (200) storing desired clothing (310) is detected in the management office (12), inform the management office (12) of information that the desired clothing (310) is stored in the clothing storage box (200) through the output interface (900).

[0125] According to one embodiment, a clothing storage unit (200) may include a display (260). At least one processor according to one embodiment may transmit a tracking signal to operate the display (260) when the clothing storage unit (200) storing desired clothing (310) is not detected in the management office (12).

[0126] A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation for detecting whether a clothing storage box (200) is accommodated in a management room (12). A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation for establishing a communication connection with a clothing storage box (200). A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation for starting a first drive of a blower (80) and a second drive of a ventilation module (230) of a clothing storage box (200). A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation for detecting humidity inside a clothing storage box (200) through a sensor module (240) of the clothing storage box (200). A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation for controlling the first drive and the second drive based on humidity.

[0127] The operation of controlling the first drive and the second drive according to one embodiment may include an operation of maintaining the first drive and the second drive based on the humidity being above a threshold value. The operation of controlling the first drive and the second drive according to one embodiment may include an operation of stopping the first drive and the second drive based on the humidity being below a threshold value.

[0128] A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation of receiving clothing information related to clothing (310) from a tag (311) of clothing (310) stored in a clothing storage box (200) through an identification module (250) of the clothing storage box (200). A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation of controlling a first drive and a second drive based on the clothing information.

[0129] A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation of notifying precautions related to clothing (310) stored in a clothing storage box (200) based on clothing information through an output interface (900).

[0130] A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation of storing clothing information, identification information of a clothing storage box (200), and location information in a server (1010). A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation of receiving desired clothing information from a terminal (1020). A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation of identifying a storage location of desired clothing (310) corresponding to desired clothing information based on the clothing information, identification information, and location information.

[0131] A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation of notifying information about the clothing (310) being stored in the clothing manager (200) through an output interface (900) when a clothing storage box (200) storing desired clothing (310) is detected in the management room (12).

[0132] A method for controlling a clothing manager (1) according to one embodiment may include an operation of transmitting a tracking signal that operates a display (260) of a clothing manager (200) when a clothing storage box (200) storing desired clothing (310) is not detected in a management room (12).

[0133] According to one embodiment, a clothing storage box (200) may include a case (210), a clothing shelf (220), a ventilation module (230), a sensor module (240), and at least one processor. According to one embodiment, at least one processor may detect whether the clothing storage box (200) is housed in the management room (12) of the clothing manager (1). According to one embodiment, at least one processor may establish a communication connection with the clothing manager (1). According to one embodiment, at least one processor may initiate a first operation of the blower (80) of the clothing manager (1) and a second operation of the ventilation module (230). According to one embodiment, at least one processor may detect internal humidity through the sensor module (240). According to one embodiment, at least one processor may control the first operation and the second operation based on the humidity.

[0134] At least one processor according to one embodiment may maintain the first drive and the second drive based on the humidity being above a threshold value. At least one processor according to one embodiment may stop the first drive and the second drive based on the humidity being below a threshold value.

[0135] A clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment may include an identification module (250). At least one processor according to one embodiment may receive clothing information related to clothing (310) from a tag (311) of clothing (310) stored in the clothing storage box (200) through the identification module (250). At least one processor according to one embodiment may control the first drive and the second drive based on the clothing information.

[0136] Clothing information according to one embodiment may include at least one of the type of clothing (310), the shape of clothing (310), the size of clothing (310), the material of clothing (310), and the color of clothing (310).

[0137] A clothing storage box (200) according to one embodiment may include a display (260). At least one processor according to one embodiment may notify of precautions related to clothing (310) stored in the clothing storage box (200) based on clothing information through the display (260).

[0138] The clothing manager according to the present disclosure, the control method of the clothing manager, and the clothing storage box can reduce the moisture of clothing stored in the clothing storage box accommodated in the clothing manager, so that the clothing can be easily stored for a long period of time without having to take it out of the clothing storage box.

[0139] In addition, the clothing manager according to the present disclosure, the control method of the clothing manager, and the clothing storage box enable the user to easily find which clothing storage box in the home contains the clothing he or she wants to find.

[0140] A method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure may be implemented in the form of program commands that can be executed through various computer means and recorded on a computer-readable medium. The computer-readable medium may include program commands, data files, data structures, etc., alone or in combination. The program commands recorded on the medium may be those specially designed and configured for the present disclosure or may be known and available to those skilled in the art of computer software. Examples of computer-readable recording media include magnetic media such as hard disks, floppy disks, and magnetic tapes, optical media such as CD-ROMs and DVDs, magneto-optical media such as floptical disks, and hardware devices specially configured to store and execute program commands, such as ROMs, RAMs, and flash memories. Examples of program commands include not only machine language codes generated by a compiler, but also high-level language codes that can be executed by a computer using an interpreter, etc.

[0141] Some embodiments of the present disclosure may also be implemented in the form of a recording medium containing computer-executable instructions, such as program modules, executed by a computer. Computer-readable media may be any available media that can be accessed by a computer, and include both volatile and nonvolatile media, removable and non-removable media. Furthermore, computer-readable media may include both computer storage media and communication media. Computer storage media includes both volatile and nonvolatile, removable and non-removable media implemented in any method or technology for storage of information, such as computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data. Communication media typically contains computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data in a modulated data signal, such as a carrier wave, or other transport mechanism, and includes any information delivery media. Furthermore, some embodiments of the present disclosure may also be implemented as a computer program or computer program product containing computer-executable instructions, such as a computer program that is executed by a computer.

[0142] A device-readable storage medium may be provided in the form of a non-transitory storage medium. Here, the term "non-transitory storage medium" simply means a tangible device that does not contain signals (e.g., electromagnetic waves). This term does not distinguish between cases where data is permanently stored in the storage medium and cases where data is temporarily stored. For example, a "non-transitory storage medium" may include a buffer in which data is temporarily stored.

[0143] According to one embodiment, the method according to various embodiments disclosed in the present document may be provided as included in a computer program product. The computer program product may be traded as a product between a seller and a buyer. The computer program product may be distributed in the form of a machine-readable storage medium (e.g., compact disc read-only memory (CD-ROM)), or may be distributed online (e.g., downloaded or uploaded) through an application store or directly between two user devices (e.g., smartphones). In the case of online distribution, at least a portion of the computer program product (e.g., a downloadable app) may be temporarily stored or temporarily generated in a machine-readable storage medium, such as the memory of a manufacturer's server, an application store's server, or an intermediary server.

Claims

1. Management Office (12); A blower (80) that creates air flow inside the above management room (12); and Includes a clothing storage box (200) for storing clothing (310) and accommodated in the management office (12), The above clothing storage box (200) is Case (210); Clothing rack (220); A ventilation module (230) that circulates air through the above clothing storage box (200); A sensor module (240) that detects humidity inside the above clothing storage box (200); and comprising at least one processor, At least one processor of the above, Detecting whether the above clothing storage box (200) is stored in the above management office (12), If the above clothing storage box (200) is stored in the above management office (12): Establish a communication connection with the above clothing storage box (200), The above blower device (80) is driven so that the air flow is generated inside the management room (12), and the ventilation module (230) is driven so that the air flow inside the management room (12) is circulated through the clothing storage box (200). While the air flow inside the above management room (12) circulates through the above clothing storage box (200), the humidity inside the above clothing storage box (200) is detected through the above sensor module (240), A clothing manager (1) that controls the operation of the blower device (80) and the operation of the ventilation module (230) based on the humidity.

2. In paragraph 1, At least one processor of the above, Based on the detected humidity being above a threshold value, the operation of the blower device (80) and the operation of the ventilation module (230) are maintained, A clothing manager (1) that stops driving the blower (80) and the ventilation module (230) based on the humidity being below the threshold value.

3. In one of the clauses 1 and 2, The above clothing storage box (200) further includes an identification module (250), At least one processor of the above, When the clothing (310) is stored in the clothing storage box (200), clothing information related to the clothing (310) is received from the tag (311) of the clothing (310) stored in the clothing storage box (200) through the identification module (250), A clothing manager (1) that controls the operation of the blower device (80) and the operation of the ventilation module (230) based on the clothing information.

4. In paragraph 3, The above clothing information is, A clothing manager (1) including at least one of the type of the clothing (310), the shape of the clothing (310), the size of the clothing (310), the material of the clothing (310), and the color of the clothing (310).

5. In one of the clauses 3 and 4, Further including an output interface (900), At least one processor of the above, A clothing manager (1) that notifies precautions related to the clothing (310) stored in the clothing storage box (200) through the output interface (900) based on the received clothing information.

6. In at least one of clauses 3 to 5, At least one processor of the above, The received clothing information, the identification information of the clothing storage box (200), and the location information of the clothing storage box (200) are stored in the server (1010). Receive information indicating desired clothing from the terminal (1020), A clothing manager (1) that identifies the storage location of the desired clothing indicated by the information based on the stored clothing information, the stored identification information, and the stored location information.

7. In paragraph 6, At least one processor of the above, A clothing management device (1) that, when the clothing storage box (200) storing the desired clothing is detected in the management office (12), informs the user of the information that the desired clothing (310) is stored in the clothing storage box (200) through the output interface (900).

8. In paragraph 6, The above clothing storage box (200) further includes a display (260), At least one processor of the above, A clothing management device (1) that transmits a tracking signal to operate the display (260) of the clothing storage box (200) when the clothing storage box (200) storing the desired clothing is not detected in the management office (12).

9. Action to detect whether a clothing locker is stored in the management office; An action of establishing a communication connection with the above clothing storage unit; An operation of driving a blower to create air flow within the management room, and driving a ventilation module to cause the air flow within the management room to circulate through the clothing storage compartment; An operation of detecting humidity inside the clothing storage box through a sensor module of the clothing storage box while the air flow inside the management room circulates through the clothing storage box; and A method for controlling a clothing manager, which controls the operation of the blower device and the operation of the ventilation module based on the humidity.

10. In paragraph 9, The operation of controlling the driving of the above blower device and the driving of the above ventilation module is as follows: An operation of driving the blower device and maintaining the operation of the ventilation module based on the detected humidity being above a threshold value; and A method for controlling a clothing manager, comprising an operation of stopping operation of the blower device and operation of the ventilation module based on the humidity being below the threshold value.

11. In one of the clauses 9 and 10, An operation of receiving clothing information related to the clothing from a tag of the clothing stored in the clothing storage box through an identification module of the clothing storage box when the clothing is stored in the clothing storage box; and A method for controlling a clothing manager, further comprising an operation of controlling the first drive and the second drive based on the clothing information.

12. In paragraph 11, A method for controlling a clothing manager, further comprising an action of notifying precautions related to the clothing stored in the clothing storage box based on the clothing information through an output interface.

13. In one of the clauses 11 and 12, An action of storing the received clothing information, identification information of the clothing storage box, and location information of the clothing storage box on a server; An action of receiving information indicating desired clothing from a terminal; A method for controlling a clothing manager, further comprising an operation of identifying a storage location of the desired clothing indicated by the information based on the stored clothing information, the stored identification information, and the stored location information.

14. In paragraph 13, A method for controlling a clothing manager, further comprising an action of notifying information that the desired clothing is stored in the clothing storage box through the output interface when the clothing storage box storing the desired clothing is detected in the management room.

15. Case (210); Clothing rack (220); A ventilation module (230) that circulates air through the above clothing storage box (200); A sensor module (240) that detects humidity inside the above clothing storage box (200); and comprising at least one processor, The above at least one processor, when the clothing storage box (200) is accommodated in the management room (12) of the clothing management machine (1): Establish a communication connection with the above clothing manager (1), By transmitting information to the clothing manager (1) through the established communication connection, the blower (80) of the clothing manager (1) is driven so that the air flow is generated inside the management room (12), and the ventilation module (230) is driven so that the air flow inside the management room (12) is circulated through the clothing storage box (200). While the air flow inside the above management room (12) circulates through the clothing storage box (200), the humidity inside is detected through the sensor module (240), A clothing storage box (200) that transmits information to the clothing manager (1) through the established communication connection to control the operation of the blower (80) and the operation of the ventilation module (230) based on the humidity.

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