Cleaner station

Abstract

The present invention relates to a cleaner station, and more specifically, comprises: a housing; a coupling part to which at least a portion of a dust bin is coupled; a dust collecting part; a dust collecting motor; a cover support unit which closes a discharge cover of the dust bin; and a cover opening unit which is disposed in the coupling part and presses a locking lever of the dust bin so that the locking lever releases the coupling between the dust bin and the discharge cover, wherein, when the cover opening unit presses the locking lever, and the cover support unit rotates to the opposite side of the discharge cover, the discharge cover opens the dust bin, and thus, when a cleaner is coupled, the cover of the dust bin of the cleaner is automatically opened / closed.

Description

Vacuum station

[0001] The present invention relates to a vacuum cleaner station, and more specifically, to a vacuum cleaner station that automatically opens and closes the dust bin cover of the vacuum cleaner when the vacuum cleaner is connected to collect dust inside the dust bin.

[0002] In general, a vacuum cleaner is a home appliance that uses electricity to suck up air and fills a dust bin inside the product with small pieces of trash or dust. It is commonly called a vacuum cleaner.

[0003] These vacuum cleaners can be categorized into manual vacuum cleaners, which the user moves to clean, and automatic vacuum cleaners, which clean by moving around on their own. Manual vacuum cleaners can be categorized by type, including canister vacuum cleaners, upright vacuum cleaners, handheld vacuum cleaners, and stick vacuum cleaners.

[0004] In the past, canister-type vacuum cleaners were widely used in household vacuum cleaners, but recently, handheld vacuum cleaners and stick vacuum cleaners that provide the dust bin and vacuum cleaner body as an integrated unit, which improves convenience, are being widely used.

[0005] The canister-type vacuum cleaner has a main body and suction inlet connected by a rubber hose or pipe, and in some cases, a brush can be inserted into the suction inlet for use.

[0006] Handheld vacuum cleaners maximize portability. They are lightweight, but their short length limits the cleaning area they can be used in while seated. Therefore, they are used for cleaning small areas, such as desks, sofas, or inside cars.

[0007] Stick vacuums can be used standing up, allowing for cleaning without bending down. This makes them ideal for moving around and cleaning large areas. While handheld vacuums are suitable for cleaning tight spaces, stick vacuums can clean wider areas and even reach high, out-of-reach places. Recently, stick vacuums have been offered in modular configurations, allowing users to actively adapt the vacuum to suit a variety of applications.

[0008] However, conventional handheld vacuum cleaners and stick vacuum cleaners had a small dustbin capacity for storing collected dust, which was inconvenient for users to have to empty the dustbin every time.

[0009] Additionally, there was a problem that when the dustbin was emptied, dust would fly around, which had a harmful effect on the user's health.

[0010] Additionally, there was a problem that the suction power of the vacuum cleaner was reduced if the remaining dust in the dustbin was not removed.

[0011] Additionally, there was a problem of bad odor caused by residue if the remaining dust in the dustbin was not removed.

[0012] As a prior art patent document, Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2020-0074001 discloses a docking station that is connected to a dust bin of a vacuum cleaner and allows the dust bin to be emptied.

[0013] The above docking station opens the dustbin by the force of the user pressing the dustbin into the docking station.

[0014] For these docking stations, there is the inconvenience of having to detach the dustbin from the vacuum cleaner and then attach it to the docking station.

[0015] Additionally, regardless of the dustbin's dust collection, there is a limitation that the vacuum cleaner's dustbin remains open when docked. In this case, if the user detaches the dustbin, residual dust from the open bin may be scattered.

[0016] Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2021-0019940 discloses a vacuum cleaner station that can automatically empty the vacuum cleaner's dust bin when the vacuum cleaner is attached.

[0017] The above prior art patent document discloses a structure in which a lock lever is pressed to open the discharge cover of the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner when the vacuum cleaner is connected to the vacuum cleaner station.

[0018] However, in the case of the above cleaner station, there is a limitation that the total number of parts consumed increases due to the separate motor, gear, and sensor required to press the lock lever, and the power consumption increases to operate it.

[0019] Additionally, there is a limitation that the total time required for dust collection increases because it takes time to operate and control the motor.

[0020] The present invention was created to improve the problems of the conventional vacuum cleaner station, vacuum cleaner system and control method thereof as described above, and the purpose of the present invention is to provide a vacuum cleaner station that can provide user convenience by removing dust in a dust bin without separate operation by the user.

[0021] In addition, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station that can automatically control the discharge cover of the dust bin when the cleaner is combined to connect or block the internal space of the dust bin and the flow path of the cleaner station.

[0022] Additionally, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station capable of opening the exhaust cover while omitting the motor for opening the exhaust cover.

[0023] In addition, the purpose is to provide a cleaning station that can reduce the amount of power consumed during the operation of the motor.

[0024] In addition, the purpose is to provide a vacuum cleaner station that can reduce the total dust collection time by simplifying the process from when the vacuum cleaner is combined until the dust collection motor starts operating.

[0025] The objects of the present invention are not limited to the objects mentioned above, and other objects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0026] In order to achieve the above-described object, a cleaner station according to the present invention comprises: a housing; a coupling part disposed in the housing and to which at least a portion of a dust bin of a cleaner is coupled; a dust collection part accommodated inside the housing and collecting dust inside the dust bin; a dust collection motor generating a suction force to suck up dust inside the dust bin; a cover support unit closing a discharge cover of the dust bin; and a cover opening unit opening the discharge cover; wherein the cover opening unit may be characterized in that it operates when the cover support unit rotates.

[0027] The above cover opening unit can open the discharge cover by rotating the locking lever of the dust bin when the cover support unit rotates.

[0028] The above cover opening unit may include a cover opening member that is rotatably installed in the coupling portion and rotates in conjunction with the cover support unit.

[0029] The cover opening member is positioned within a receiving portion formed in the coupling portion when the cover support unit closes the discharge cover, and can protrude from the receiving portion to press the locking lever when the cover support unit rotates.

[0030] The cover opening unit further includes an elastic body installed in the cover opening member and the housing to provide elastic support to the cover opening member, and the cover opening member can rotate by the elastic support force of the elastic body when the cover support unit rotates to press the lock lever.

[0031] The above elastic body may be characterized in that it deforms when the cover support unit closes the discharge cover.

[0032] The above cover opening member can rotate while one end is pressed when the cover support unit rotates, and can rotate so that the other end presses the lock lever.

[0033] When the cover support unit closes the discharge cover, it may be characterized in that an end of the cover support unit is located between one end and the other end of the cover opening member.

[0034] The cover opening member may be characterized by having an operating projection that is linked with the cover support unit when the cover support unit rotates; and a pressing portion that presses the locking lever when the cover support unit rotates.

[0035] The cover support unit may include a cover support frame that is rotatably coupled to the coupling portion and rotates toward the inside of the housing to operate the cover opening unit.

[0036] The above cover support frame may be characterized by having a support end that supports the cover opening unit when the discharge cover is closed.

[0037] The above dustbin may include a dustbin body in which dust is stored and an internal space is opened and closed by the discharge cover; and a locking lever that rotates when pressurized by the cover opening unit to release the connection between the discharge cover and the dustbin body.

[0038] The direction in which the cover opening unit presses the lock lever may be characterized as intersecting the longitudinal direction of the dustbin.

[0039] In addition, a cleaner station according to the present invention includes a housing; a coupling portion disposed in the housing and to which at least a portion of a dust bin of a cleaner is coupled; a dust collection portion accommodated inside the housing and collecting dust inside the dust bin; a dust collection motor generating a suction force to suck up dust inside the dust bin; and a cover opening unit provided in a protruding form from the coupling portion to pressurize a locking lever of the dust bin; and when at least a portion of the dust bin is coupled to the coupling portion, the locking lever is pressed by the cover opening unit, thereby releasing the coupling between the dust bin and the discharge cover.

[0040] The device may further include a cover support unit for closing the discharge cover of the dustbin, wherein the discharge cover is disengaged from the dustbin when the cover opening unit is operated, but is supported by the cover support unit to maintain the dustbin in a sealed state.

[0041] The above cover opening unit may include a protrusion formed by protruding from the coupling portion and positioned on the lower side in the direction of gravity of the lock lever.

[0042] In addition, a cleaner station according to the present invention includes a cleaner including a suction part having a suction path through which air can flow, a suction motor generating a suction force to suck air along the suction part, a dust separation part separating dust from air drawn in through the suction part, and a dust bin storing the dust separated through the dust separation part; and a cleaner station including a coupling part to which the dust bin is coupled, a dust collecting part for collecting dust inside the dust bin, a dust collecting motor generating a suction force to suck dust inside the dust bin into the dust collecting part, and a housing accommodating the dust collecting part; and the cleaner station further includes a cover opening unit for opening the dust bin, wherein the cover opening unit may be characterized in that it opens the dust bin by pressing a locking lever of the dust bin when the cover support unit rotates.

[0043] Other specific details of the present invention are included in the detailed description and drawings.

[0044] According to the cleaning station of the present invention as described above, one or more of the following effects are achieved.

[0045] According to the present invention, there is an effect that eliminates the inconvenience of the user having to empty the dustbin every time.

[0046] Additionally, when the vacuum cleaner is combined, the cover support unit can be rotated to control the discharge cover, thereby allowing or blocking the internal space of the dustbin and the path of the vacuum cleaner station.

[0047] In addition, since the discharge cover can be opened by pressing the lock lever of the dust bin through the protrusion formed in the joint or the cover opening member that is linked to the cover support unit, there is an effect of omitting the motor, gear, and sensor for opening the discharge cover.

[0048] Additionally, it has the effect of reducing power consumption for operating the motor and sensor during the process of opening the exhaust cover.

[0049] Additionally, it has the effect of reducing the total dust collection time by simplifying the process from when the vacuum cleaner is combined until the dust collection motor starts operating.

[0050] The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description of the claims.

[0051] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a cleaning system comprising a cleaning station and a cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] FIG. 2 and FIG. 3 are drawings for explaining a cleaner in a cleaner system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining the lower surface of a dust bin of a vacuum cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the configuration of a vacuum cleaner system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining a coupling part in a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] FIG. 7 is an exploded perspective view illustrating a fixed unit in a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0057] FIG. 8 is a drawing for explaining a cover support unit in a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0058] FIG. 9 is a drawing for explaining a cover opening unit in a cleaner station according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] FIG. 10 and FIG. 11 are drawings for explaining the process of operating the cover opening unit in the cleaner station according to the first embodiment of the present invention.

[0060] FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining a cover opening unit in a cleaner station according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0061] FIG. 13 and FIG. 14 are drawings for explaining the process of operating the cover opening unit in the cleaner station according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0062] FIG. 15 is a drawing for explaining a cover opening unit in a cleaner station according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0063] FIG. 16 and FIG. 17 are drawings for explaining the process of operating the cover opening unit in the cleaner station according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0064] FIG. 18 is a block diagram for explaining a control configuration in a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0065] Figure 19 is a flowchart for explaining a control method of a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0066] Hereinafter, a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

[0067] The present invention is susceptible to various modifications and embodiments. Specific embodiments are illustrated in the drawings and described in detail in the detailed description. This is not intended to limit the invention to specific embodiments, but rather to encompass all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

[0068] Hereinafter, the present invention will be described with reference to drawings for explaining a cleaning station according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0069] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a cleaner system comprising a cleaner station and a cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 5 is a schematic diagram of the configuration of a cleaner system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0070] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 5, a cleaner system (10) according to one embodiment of the present specification may include a cleaner station (100) and a cleaner (200).

[0071] The vacuum cleaner system (10) may include a vacuum cleaner station (100). A vacuum cleaner (200) may be coupled to the vacuum cleaner station (100). Specifically, a main body of the vacuum cleaner (200) may be coupled to a side of the vacuum cleaner station (100). The vacuum cleaner station (100) may remove dust from a dust bin (220) of the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0072]

[0073] Meanwhile, FIGS. 2 and 3 are drawings for explaining a cleaner in a cleaner system according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 4 is a drawing for explaining a lower surface of a dust bin of a cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0074] First, the structure of the vacuum cleaner (200) will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5 as follows.

[0075] The vacuum cleaner (200) may refer to a vacuum cleaner that is manually operated by a user. For example, the vacuum cleaner (200) may refer to a handheld vacuum cleaner or a stick vacuum cleaner.

[0076] The cleaner (200) can be mounted on the cleaner station (100). The cleaner (200) can be supported by the cleaner station (100). The cleaner (200) can be coupled to the cleaner station (100).

[0077] Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, the direction of the vacuum cleaner (200) can be defined based on the time when the bottom surface (lower surface) of the dust bin (220) and the battery housing (230) are placed on the ground.

[0078] At this time, the front may refer to the direction in which the suction unit (212) is arranged based on the suction motor (214), and the rear may refer to the direction in which the handle (216) is arranged based on the suction motor (214). In addition, when looking at the suction unit (212) from the suction motor (214), the direction in which it is arranged on the right may be referred to as the right, and the direction in which it is arranged on the left may be referred to as the left. In addition, in one embodiment of the present invention, the upper and lower sides may be defined along the direction perpendicular to the ground when the bottom surface (lower surface) of the dustbin (220) and the battery housing (230) are placed on the ground.

[0079] The vacuum cleaner (200) may include a main body (210). The main body (210) may include a main body housing (211), a suction unit (212), a dust separation unit (213), a suction motor (214), an air discharge cover (215), a handle (216), and an operating unit (218).

[0080] The main body housing (211) may form the exterior of the vacuum cleaner (200). The main body housing (211) may provide a space capable of accommodating a suction motor (214) and a filter (not shown) therein. The main body housing (211) may be configured in a shape similar to a cylinder.

[0081] The suction part (212) may protrude outwardly from the main body housing (211). For example, the suction part (212) may be formed in a cylindrical shape with an open interior. The suction part (212) may be coupled to an extension pipe (250). The suction part (212) may provide a path (hereinafter, referred to as a 'suction path') through which air containing dust may flow.

[0082] Meanwhile, in this embodiment, a virtual line penetrating the interior of the suction part (212) configured in a cylindrical shape can be formed.

[0083] The dust separation unit (213) can be communicated with the suction unit (212). The dust separation unit (213) can separate dust sucked into the interior through the suction unit (212). The space inside the dust separation unit (213) can be communicated with the space inside the dust bin (220).

[0084] For example, the dust separation unit (213) may be equipped with at least one cyclone unit capable of separating dust by cyclone flow. In addition, the space inside the dust separation unit (213) may be connected to the suction path. Therefore, the air and dust sucked through the suction unit (212) flow spirally along the inner surface of the dust separation unit (213). Therefore, a cyclone flow may occur in the inner space of the dust separation unit (213).

[0085] The dust separation unit (213) is connected to the suction unit (212) and is configured to apply the principle of a dust collector that utilizes centrifugal force to separate dust sucked into the interior of the main body (210) through the suction unit (212).

[0086] The dust separation unit (213) may further include a secondary cyclone that separates dust again from the air discharged from the cyclone. At this time, the secondary cyclone may be positioned inside the cyclone so as to minimize the size of the dust separation unit. The secondary cyclone may include a plurality of cyclone bodies arranged in parallel. The air discharged from the cyclone may be divided and passed through the plurality of cyclone bodies.

[0087] At this time, the axis of the cyclone flow of the secondary cyclone can also be extended in the vertical direction, and the axis of the cyclone flow of the cyclone and the axis of the cyclone flow of the secondary cyclone can form a coaxial axis in the vertical direction, which can be collectively referred to as the axis of the cyclone flow of the dust separation unit (213).

[0088] The suction motor (214) can generate a suction force to suck in air. The suction motor (214) can be accommodated within the main body housing (211). The suction motor (214) can generate a suction force by rotation. For example, the suction motor (214) can be provided in a shape similar to a cylinder.

[0089] Meanwhile, in this embodiment, a virtual suction motor axis line extending the rotation axis of the suction motor (214) can be formed.

[0090]

[0091] An air exhaust cover (215) may be placed on one axial side of the main body housing (211). A filter for filtering air may be accommodated in the air exhaust cover (215). For example, a HEPA filter may be accommodated in the air exhaust cover (215).

[0092] An air exhaust port may be formed in the air exhaust cover (215) to exhaust air sucked in by the suction force of the suction motor (214).

[0093] A flow guide may be arranged in the air exhaust cover (215). The flow guide may guide the flow of air discharged through the air exhaust port.

[0094] The handle (216) can be gripped by the user. The handle (216) can be positioned at the rear of the suction motor (214). For example, the handle (216) can be formed in a shape similar to a cylinder. Alternatively, the handle (216) can be formed in a curved cylinder shape. The handle (216) can be positioned at a predetermined angle with respect to the main body housing (211), the suction motor (214), or the dust separation unit (213).

[0095] The handle (216) may include a grip portion formed in a column shape so that a user can grip it, a first extension portion connected to one longitudinal (axial) end of the grip portion and extending toward the suction motor (214), and a second extension portion connected to the other longitudinal (axial) end of the grip portion and extending toward the dust bin (220).

[0096] Meanwhile, in this embodiment, a virtual gripping portion penetration line can be formed by extending along the longitudinal direction of the gripping portion (axial direction of the column) and penetrating the gripping portion.

[0097] For example, the grip portion penetration line may be a virtual line formed inside a cylindrical handle (216), and may be a virtual line formed parallel to at least a portion of the outer surface (outer circumference) of the grip portion.

[0098] The upper surface of the handle (216) may form a portion of the outer appearance of the upper surface of the vacuum cleaner (200). This prevents the components of the vacuum cleaner (200) from coming into contact with the user's arm when the user holds the handle (216).

[0099] The first extension portion may extend from the grip portion toward the main body housing (211) or the suction motor (214). At least a portion of the first extension portion may extend in a horizontal direction.

[0100] The second extension may extend from the phasing portion toward the dust bin (220). At least a portion of the second extension may extend horizontally.

[0101] The operating unit (218) may be placed on the handle (216). The operating unit (218) may be placed on an inclined surface formed in the upper area of ​​the handle (216). The user may input an operation or stop command for the cleaner (200) through the operating unit (218).

[0102]

[0103] The vacuum cleaner (200) may include a dust bin (220). The dust bin (220) may be connected to a dust separation unit (213). The dust bin (220) may store dust separated from the dust separation unit (213).

[0104] The dustbin (220) may include a dustbin body (221), a discharge cover (222), a dustbin compression lever (224), and a compressor (not shown).

[0105] The dustbin body (221) can provide a space for storing dust separated from the dust separation unit (213). For example, the dustbin body (221) can be formed in a shape similar to a cylinder.

[0106] Meanwhile, in the present embodiment, a virtual dustbin penetration line can be formed by penetrating the interior (internal space) of the dustbin body (221) and extending along the longitudinal direction of the dustbin body (221) (meaning the axial direction in the cylindrical dustbin body (221)).

[0107] An extension line of the longitudinal axis of the dust bin (220) can be formed along a direction intersecting the suction path.

[0108] The lower surface (bottom surface) of the dustbin body (221) may be partially open. In addition, a lower extension portion (221a) may be formed on the lower surface (bottom surface) of the dustbin body (221). The lower extension portion (221a) may be formed to block a portion of the lower surface of the dustbin body (221).

[0109] The dustbin (220) may include a discharge cover (222). The discharge cover (222) may be placed on the lower surface of the dustbin (220).

[0110] The discharge cover (222) may be provided to open and close one end in the longitudinal direction of the dustbin body (221). Specifically, the discharge cover (222) may selectively open and close the lower part of the dustbin (220) that opens downward.

[0111] The discharge cover (222) may include a cover body (222a) and a cover hinge portion (222b). The cover body (222a) may be formed to block a portion of the lower surface of the dustbin body (221). The cover body (222a) may rotate downward based on the cover hinge portion (222b). The cover hinge portion (222b) may be arranged adjacent to the battery housing (230). A torsion spring (222d) may be provided in the cover hinge portion (222b). Therefore, when the discharge cover (222) is separated from the dustbin body (221), the cover body (222a) may be supported in a state in which it is rotated by a predetermined angle or more about the cover hinge portion (222b) as an axis in the dustbin body (221) by the elastic force of the torsion spring (222d).

[0112] The discharge cover (222) can be coupled to the dust bin (220) through a hook connection. Meanwhile, the discharge cover (222) can be separated from the dust bin (220) through a locking lever (223). The locking lever (223) can be positioned at the front of the dust bin (220), and a cover hinge portion (222b) can be provided at the rear of the dust bin (220). Specifically, the locking lever (223) can be positioned on the outer surface of the front side of the dust bin (220).

[0113] This lock lever (223) may be configured to include a lever body (223a), a lever hinge portion (223b), a pressing portion (223c), and a locking portion (223d). The lever body (223a) is rotatably installed in the dustbin body (221) via the lever hinge portion (223b). The lever hinge portion (223b) is arranged between the pressing portion (223c) and the locking portion (223d) of the lever body (223a), and a torsion spring that is compressed when the locking lever (223) is rotated may be installed. For example, when the locking lever (223) is rotated in the unlocking direction, the spring is compressed in the rotational direction, and when an external force applied to the locking lever (223) is removed, the locking lever (223) can return to its original position by the restoring force of the spring.

[0114] The pressing portion (223c) is provided at one end of the lever body (223a) and may refer to a portion to which an external force is applied. The locking portion (223d) is provided at the other end of the lever body (223a) to bind the discharge cover (222) to the dust bin (220). For example, the locking portion (223d) is formed to protrude from the other end of the lever body (223a) toward the central axis of the dust bin (220) to support the lower surface of the discharge cover (222) and support the discharge cover (222) toward the dust bin main body (221).

[0115] When the discharge cover (222) is closed, the lower surface of the dust bin (220) can be blocked (sealed) by the discharge cover (222) and the lower extension (221a).

[0116] The dustbin (220) may include a dustbin compression lever (224) (see FIG. 3). The dustbin compression lever (224) may be positioned outside the dustbin (220) or the dust separation unit (213). The dustbin compression lever (224) may be positioned so as to move up and down outside the dustbin (220) or the dust separation unit (213). The dustbin compression lever (224) may be connected to a compressor (not shown). When the dustbin compression lever (224) moves downward by an external force, the compressor (not shown) may also move downward. This may provide convenience to the user. The compressor (not shown) and the dustbin compression lever (224) may return to their original positions by an elastic member (not shown).

[0117]

[0118] A compressor (not shown) may be placed inside the dustbin body (221). The compressor may move within the internal space of the dustbin body (221). Specifically, the compressor may move up and down within the dustbin body (221). Through this, the compressor may compress dust within the dustbin body (221) downward. In addition, when the discharge cover (222) is separated from the dustbin body (221) and the lower portion of the dustbin (220) is opened, the compressor may move from the upper portion to the lower portion of the dustbin (220) to remove foreign substances such as residual dust within the dustbin (220). Through this, the suction power of the vacuum cleaner may be improved by preventing residual dust from remaining within the dustbin (220). In addition, by preventing residual dust from remaining within the dustbin (220), an unpleasant odor caused by the residual dust may be eliminated.

[0119] The vacuum cleaner (200) may include a battery housing (230). The battery housing (230) may accommodate a battery (240). The battery housing (230) may be positioned on the lower side of the handle (216).

[0120] The battery housing (230) may include a receiving portion that opens downward. The battery (240) may be removed through the receiving portion of the battery housing (230).

[0121] The vacuum cleaner (200) may include a battery (240).

[0122] For example, the battery (240) may be detachably coupled to the vacuum cleaner (200). The battery (240) may be detachably coupled to the battery housing (230). For example, the battery (240) may be inserted into the interior of the battery housing (230) from the lower portion of the battery housing (230).

[0123] In contrast, the battery (240) may be integrally provided inside the battery housing (230). In this case, the lower surface of the battery (240) is not exposed to the outside.

[0124] The battery (240) can supply power to the suction motor (214) of the vacuum cleaner (200). The battery (240) can be placed at the bottom of the handle (216). The battery (240) can be placed at the rear of the dust bin (220).

[0125] In an embodiment, when the battery (240) is coupled to the battery housing (230), the lower surface of the battery (240) may be exposed to the outside. When the vacuum cleaner (200) is placed on the floor, the battery (240) may be placed on the floor, so that the battery (240) can be immediately separated from the battery housing (230). In addition, since the lower surface of the battery (240) is exposed to the outside and comes into direct contact with the external air of the battery (240), the cooling performance of the battery (240) may be improved.

[0126] Meanwhile, when the battery (240) is integrally fixed to the battery housing (230), the structure for attaching and detaching the battery (240) and the battery housing (230) can be reduced, so that the overall size of the vacuum cleaner (200) can be reduced and its weight can be reduced.

[0127] The vacuum cleaner (200) may include an extension pipe (250). The extension pipe (250) may be connected to a cleaning module (260). The extension pipe (250) may be connected to a main body (210). The extension pipe (250) may be connected to a suction unit (212) of the main body (210). The extension pipe (250) may be formed in a cylindrical shape.

[0128] The main body (210) can be connected to an extension pipe (250). The main body (210) can be connected to a cleaning module (260) through the extension pipe (250). The main body (210) can generate suction force through a suction motor (214) and provide suction force to the cleaning module (260) through the extension pipe (250). External dust can be introduced into the main body (210) through the cleaning module (260) and the extension pipe (250).

[0129] The vacuum cleaner (200) may include a cleaning module (260). The cleaning module (260) may be connected to an extension pipe (250). Accordingly, external air may be drawn into the main body (210) of the vacuum cleaner (200) through the cleaning module (260) and the extension pipe (250) by the suction force generated in the main body (210) of the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0130] Dust inside the dust bin (220) of the vacuum cleaner (200) can be collected by the dust collection unit (170) of the vacuum cleaner station (100) by gravity and the suction power of the dust collection motor (191). This allows the dust inside the dust bin to be removed without any separate operation by the user, thereby providing user convenience. In addition, the inconvenience of having to empty the dust bin every time can be eliminated. In addition, when the dust bin is emptied, dust can be prevented from flying.

[0131] The vacuum cleaner (200) can be coupled to the side of the housing (110). Specifically, the main body (210) of the vacuum cleaner (200) can be mounted on the coupling portion (120). More specifically, the dustbin (220) and the battery housing (230) of the vacuum cleaner (200) can be arranged to face the coupling surface (121), the outer circumference of the dustbin main body (221) can be coupled to the dustbin guide surface (122), and the suction portion (212) can be coupled to the suction portion guide surface (126) of the coupling portion (120). In this case, the central axis of the dustbin (220) can be arranged in a direction parallel to the ground, and the extension pipe (250) can be arranged along a direction perpendicular to the ground.

[0132]

[0133] Referring to FIGS. 1 and 5, the cleaning station (100) of the present invention is described as follows.

[0134] A cleaner (200) may be placed in the cleaner station (100). The cleaner (200) may be coupled to a side of the cleaner station (100). Specifically, the main body (210) of the cleaner (200) may be coupled to the side of the cleaner station (100). The cleaner station (100) may remove dust from the dust bin (220) of the cleaner (200).

[0135] The cleaning station (100) may include a housing (110). The housing (110) may form the exterior of the cleaning station (100). Specifically, the housing (110) may be formed in a columnar shape including at least one outer wall surface. For example, the housing (110) may be formed in a shape similar to a square column.

[0136] The housing (110) may be formed with a space that can accommodate a dust collection unit (170) that stores dust inside and a dust suction module (190) that generates a fluid force that collects dust by the dust collection unit (170).

[0137] The housing (110) may include a bottom surface (111), an outer wall surface (112), and an upper surface (113).

[0138] The bottom surface (111) can support the lower side of the dust suction module (190) in the direction of gravity. That is, the bottom surface (111) can support the lower side of the dust collection motor (191) of the dust suction module (190).

[0139] At this time, the bottom surface (111) can be positioned facing the ground. The bottom surface (111) can be positioned parallel to the ground, but can also be positioned at a predetermined angle with the ground. This configuration can stably support the dust collection motor (191), and has the advantage of balancing the overall weight even when the vacuum cleaner (200) is combined.

[0140] Meanwhile, according to an embodiment, the bottom surface (111) may further include a ground support member that increases the area in contact with the ground to prevent the cleaner station (100) from falling over and maintain balance. For example, the ground support member may be in the form of a plate extending from the bottom surface (111), and one or more frames may be formed to protrude and extend along the ground direction from the bottom surface (111).

[0141] The outer wall surface (112) may refer to a surface formed along the direction of gravity and may refer to a surface connected to the floor surface (111). For example, the outer wall surface (112) may refer to a surface connected perpendicularly to the floor surface (111). In another embodiment, the outer wall surface (112) may be arranged to be inclined at a predetermined angle with respect to the floor surface (111).

[0142] The outer wall surface (112) may be configured to include at least one surface. For example, the outer wall surface (112) may include a first outer wall surface (112a), a second outer wall surface (112b), a third outer wall surface (112c), and a fourth outer wall surface (112d).

[0143] At this time, in the present embodiment, the first outer wall surface (112a) may be placed on the front side of the cleaner station (100). Here, the front side may refer to the surface where the cleaner (200) is exposed when the cleaner (200) is coupled to the cleaner station (100). Therefore, the first outer wall surface (112a) may form the appearance of the front side of the cleaner station (100).

[0144] Meanwhile, for the purpose of understanding this embodiment, the direction is defined as follows. In this embodiment, the direction can be defined while the cleaner (200) is mounted on the cleaner station (100).

[0145] When the cleaner (200) is mounted on the cleaner station (100), the direction in which the cleaner (200) is exposed to the outside of the cleaner station (100) can be called the front.

[0146] From another perspective, when the cleaner (200) is mounted on the cleaner station (100), the direction in which the suction motor (214) of the cleaner (200) is positioned can be called the front. And the direction opposite to the direction in which the suction motor (214) is positioned in the cleaner station (100) can be called the rear.

[0147] And, based on the internal space of the housing (110), the surface facing the front can be called the rear of the cleaner station (100). Accordingly, the rear can mean the direction in which the second outer wall surface (112b) is formed.

[0148] And, when looking at the front surface based on the internal space of the housing (110), the left side may be called the left side, and the right side may be called the right side. Accordingly, the left side may refer to the direction in which the third outer wall surface (112c) is formed, and the right side may refer to the direction in which the fourth outer wall surface (112d) is formed.

[0149] The first outer wall surface (112a) may be formed in a flat shape, or may be formed in a curved shape overall, or may be formed to include a curved surface in a portion.

[0150] The first outer wall surface (112a) may have an exterior shape corresponding to the shape of the cleaner (200). Specifically, a coupling portion (120) may be arranged on the first outer wall surface (112a). With this configuration, the cleaner (200) may be coupled to the cleaner station (100) and supported by the cleaner station (100). The specific configuration of the coupling portion (120) will be described later.

[0151] Meanwhile, it is also possible to add a structure to the first outer wall surface (112a) to accommodate various types of cleaning modules (260) used in the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0152] In the present embodiment, the second outer wall surface (112b) may be a surface facing the first outer wall surface (112a). That is, the second outer wall surface (112b) may be arranged at the rear of the cleaner station (100). Here, the rear surface may be a surface facing the surface to which the cleaner (200) or the second cleaner (300) is coupled. Accordingly, the second outer wall surface (112b) may form the exterior of the rear of the cleaner station (100).

[0153] In this embodiment, the third outer wall surface (112c) and the fourth outer wall surface (112d) may refer to surfaces connecting the first outer wall surface (112a) and the second outer wall surface (112b). At this time, the third outer wall surface (112c) may be arranged on the left side of the station (100), and the fourth outer wall surface (112d) may be arranged on the right side of the cleaner station (100). Alternatively, the third outer wall surface (112c) may be arranged on the right side of the cleaner station (100), and the fourth outer wall surface (112d) may be arranged on the left side of the cleaner station (100).

[0154] The third outer wall surface (112c) or the fourth outer wall surface (112d) may be formed in a flat shape, or may be formed in a curved shape overall, or may be formed by including a curved surface in a portion thereof.

[0155] Meanwhile, it is also possible to add a structure for mounting various types of cleaning modules (260) used in a vacuum cleaner (200) to the third outer wall surface (112c) or the fourth outer wall surface (112d).

[0156] The upper surface (113) may form the upper exterior of the cleaner station. That is, the upper surface (113) may mean a surface that is positioned at the uppermost side in the direction of gravity in the cleaner station and is exposed to the outside.

[0157] For reference, in this embodiment, the upper and lower sides may mean the upper and lower sides, respectively, along the direction of gravity (the direction perpendicular to the ground) when the cleaner station (100) is installed on the ground.

[0158] At this time, the upper surface (113) may be arranged parallel to the ground, or may be arranged at a certain angle with the ground.

[0159] A display unit (410) may be arranged on the upper surface (113). For example, the display unit (410) may display the status of the cleaner station (100) and the status of the cleaner (200), and may also display information such as the cleaning progress status and a map of the cleaning area.

[0160] Meanwhile, depending on the embodiment, the upper surface (113) may be provided to be detachable from the outer wall surface (112). In this case, when the upper surface (113) is detached, the internal space surrounded by the outer wall surface (112) may accommodate a battery detached from the vacuum cleaner (200), and a terminal (not shown) for charging the detached battery may be provided.

[0161]

[0162] FIG. 6 is a drawing for explaining a coupling part in a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 7 is an exploded perspective view for explaining a fixing unit in a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0163] Referring to FIGS. 5 to 7, the coupling part (120) of the cleaner station (100) of the present invention is described as follows.

[0164] The vacuum cleaner station (100) may include a coupling part (120) to which the vacuum cleaner (200) is coupled. Specifically, the coupling part (120) is arranged on the first outer wall surface (112a), and the main body (210), dust bin (220), and battery housing (230) of the vacuum cleaner (200) may be coupled.

[0165] The coupling portion (120) may include a coupling surface (121). The coupling surface (121) may be arranged on a side surface of the housing (110). For example, the coupling surface (121) may refer to a surface formed in a concave groove shape toward the inside of the cleaner station (100) on the first outer wall surface (112a). In other words, the coupling surface (121) may refer to a surface formed by forming a single unit with the first outer wall surface (112a).

[0166] The coupling surface (121) can accommodate a vacuum cleaner (200). For example, the coupling surface (121) can face the lower surface of the dust bin (220) and the battery housing (230) of the vacuum cleaner (200). Here, the lower surface can mean the surface facing the ground when the user uses the vacuum cleaner (200) or places it on the ground.

[0167] For example, the angle formed by the coupling surface (121) with the ground may be a right angle. This allows the space of the cleaning station (100) to be minimized when the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling surface (121).

[0168] As another example, the coupling surface (121) may be arranged to be inclined at a predetermined angle with respect to the ground. Through this, when the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling surface (121), the cleaner station (100) can be stably supported.

[0169] A dust passage hole (121a) may be formed in the coupling surface (121) to allow air from outside the housing (110) to flow into the inside. The dust passage hole (121a) may be formed in a hole shape corresponding to the shape of the dust bin (220) so that dust from the dust bin (220) may flow into the dust collection unit (170). The dust passage hole (121a) may be formed corresponding to the shape of the discharge cover (222) of the dust bin (220). The dust passage hole (121a) may be formed to communicate with a flow path (180) to be described later.

[0170] The coupling portion (120) may include a dustbin guide surface (122). The dustbin guide surface (122) may be arranged on the first outer wall surface (112a). The dustbin guide surface (122) may be connected to the first outer wall surface (112a). In addition, the dustbin guide surface (122) may be connected to the coupling surface (121).

[0171] The dustbin guide surface (122) can be formed in a shape corresponding to the outer surface of the dustbin (220). The front outer surface of the dustbin (220) can be coupled to the dustbin guide surface (122).

[0172] Meanwhile, the dustbin guide surface (122) may be provided with a protrusion (510) to be described later so that the locking lever (223) is placed thereon and pressed. Alternatively, the dustbin guide surface (122) may be formed with a cover opening hole (122a), and a cover opening member (530, 550) to be described later may pass through the cover opening hole (122a) and press the locking lever (223). In addition, a cover opening unit (500) may be provided on the lower side of the dustbin guide surface (122) in the direction of gravity.

[0173] With this configuration, when the dust collector motor (191) is operated while the dust bin (220) is connected to the coupling part (120), there is an advantage in that dust remaining in the dust bin (220) and the dust bin guide surface (122) can be sucked in through the bypass path.

[0174] The coupling portion (120) may include a guide protrusion (123). The guide protrusion (123) may be positioned on the coupling surface (121). The guide protrusion (123) may protrude from the coupling surface (121) toward the front of the cleaner station (100). Two guide protrusions (123) may be positioned spaced apart from each other. The distance between the two guide protrusions (123) spaced apart from each other may correspond to the width of the battery housing (230) of the cleaner (200). Through this, the convenience of coupling the cleaner (200) to the coupling surface (121) may be provided.

[0175] The coupling portion (120) may include a side wall (124). The side wall (124) may refer to a wall surface disposed on both sides of the coupling surface (121) and may be vertically connected to the coupling surface (121). The side wall (124) may be connected to the first outer wall surface (112a). In addition, the side wall (124) may form a surface connected to the dustbin guide surface (122). Through this, the vacuum cleaner (200) may be stably accommodated.

[0176] The coupling unit (120) may include a coupling sensor (125). The coupling sensor (125) may detect whether the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling unit (120).

[0177] The coupling sensor (125) may also include a contact sensor. For example, the coupling sensor (125) may include a micro switch. In this case, the coupling sensor (125) may be placed on the guide protrusion (123). Accordingly, when the battery housing (230) or the battery (240) of the cleaner (200) is coupled between a pair of guide protrusions (123), the coupling sensor (125) comes into contact with the cleaner, and the coupling sensor (125) can detect that the cleaner (200) has been coupled.

[0178] Meanwhile, the coupling sensor (125) may also include a non-contact sensor. For example, the coupling sensor (125) may include an infrared sensor (IR sensor). In this case, the coupling sensor (125) may be placed on the side wall (124). Accordingly, when the dust bin (220) or the main body (210) of the cleaner (200) passes the side wall (124) and reaches the coupling surface (121), the coupling sensor (125) may detect the presence of the dust bin (220) or the main body (210).

[0179] The coupling sensor (125) may face the dust bin (220) or battery housing (230) of the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0180] The coupling sensor (125) can be a means for determining whether the vacuum cleaner (200) is coupled with power being supplied to the battery (240) of the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0181] The coupling portion (120) may include a suction portion guide surface (126). The suction portion guide surface (126) may be arranged on the first outer wall surface (112a). The suction portion guide surface (126) may be connected to the dustbin guide surface (122). A suction portion (212) may be coupled to the suction portion guide surface (126). The shape of the suction portion guide surface (126) may be formed to correspond to the shape of the suction portion (212).

[0182] The connecting portion (120) may further include a fixed member entry / exit hole (127). The fixed member entry / exit hole (127) may be formed in the shape of a long hole along the side wall (124) so ​​that the fixed member (131) can enter / exit.

[0183] With this configuration, when a user couples the cleaner (200) to the coupling portion (120) of the cleaner station (100), the main body (210) of the cleaner (200) can be stably placed on the coupling portion (120) by the dustbin guide surface (122), the guide protrusion (123), and the suction portion guide surface (126). Through this, the convenience of coupling the dustbin (220) and the battery housing (230) of the cleaner (200) to the coupling portion (121) can be provided.

[0184]

[0185] Referring to FIGS. 5, 7 and 18, the fixed unit (130) according to the present invention is described as follows.

[0186] The cleaner station (100) of the present invention may include a fixing unit (130). The fixing unit (130) may be placed on a side wall (124). The fixing unit (130) may fix a cleaner (200) coupled to a dust bin guide surface (122). Specifically, the fixing unit (130) may fix a dust bin (220) of the cleaner (200) coupled to the dust bin guide surface (122).

[0187] The fixed unit (130) may include a fixed member (131) that fixes the dust bin (220) and battery housing (230) of the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0188] The fixing member (131) is arranged on the side wall (124) of the joint (120) and may be provided to be reciprocally movable on the side wall (124) to fix the dustbin (220). Specifically, the fixing member (131) may be accommodated inside the fixing member access hole (127).

[0189] The fixing members (131) can be arranged on each side of the joint (120). For example, two fixing members (131) can be arranged symmetrically in pairs around the joint surface (121).

[0190] When an external force is applied, the fixing member (131) can move toward the dust bin (220) to fix the dust bin. In addition, the fixing member (131) that was fixing the dust bin (220) can move away from the dust bin (220) when the external force is released.

[0191] For example, the fixed member (131) can be moved by the power of a motor. That is, the fixed member (131) can be moved by receiving power through at least one motor and a link connected to the motor.

[0192] As another example, the fixed member (131) can be moved by the suction force of the dust collecting motor (191). That is, the fixed member (131) can be moved by receiving the suction force through a path such as a hose.

[0193] Meanwhile, the fixed unit (130) may further include a fixed sealer (136). The fixed sealer (136) may be placed on the dustbin guide surface (122) to seal the dustbin (220) when the vacuum cleaner (200) is coupled. With this configuration, when the dustbin (220) of the vacuum cleaner (200) is coupled, the fixed sealer (136) can be pressurized by the weight of the vacuum cleaner (200), and the dustbin (220) and the dustbin guide surface (122) can be sealed.

[0194] This improves the vacuum's suction power by preventing residual dust from remaining in the bin. Furthermore, by preventing residual dust from remaining in the bin, it eliminates any unpleasant odors caused by residual dust.

[0195]

[0196] FIG. 8 is a drawing illustrating a cover support unit in a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0197] The cover support unit (140) of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 5 and 8 as follows.

[0198] The vacuum cleaner station (100) of the present invention may include a cover support unit (140). The cover support unit (140) may be configured to open and close a dust passage hole (121a).

[0199] The cover support unit (140) may include a cover support frame (141), a cover control motor (142), and a link (143).

[0200] The cover support frame (141) is hingedly connected to the housing (110) and can open and close the dust passage hole (121a). The cover support frame (141) may include a frame body (141a).

[0201] The frame body (141a) may be formed in a shape that can block the dust passage hole (121a). For example, the frame body (141a) may be formed in a shape similar to a circular plate. As another example, the frame body (141a) may be formed in a square plate shape.

[0202] Based on the state in which the frame body (141a) blocks the dust passage hole (121a), a frame hinge part (141b) may be arranged on the upper side of the frame body (141a), and a link connecting part (141c) may be arranged on the lower side of the frame body (141a).

[0203] The frame hinge portion (141b) is positioned at the upper end of the frame body (141a) and can be hingedly connected to the housing (110).

[0204] The link coupling portion (141c) is positioned on the lower side of the frame body (141a), and the link (143) can be rotatably coupled.

[0205] With this configuration, when the cover support frame (141) is at least partially blocking the dust passage hole (121a), when the link (143) pulls the frame body (141a), the frame body (141a) rotates about the frame hinge portion (141b) toward the inside of the cleaner station (100), and the dust passage hole (121a) can be opened. Meanwhile, when the link (143) pushes the frame body (141a) in a state where the dust passage hole (121a) is open, the frame body (141a) rotates about the frame hinge portion (141b) toward the outside of the cleaner station (100), and the dust passage hole (121a) can be at least partially blocked.

[0206] And, when the link (143) pushes the frame body (141a), the cover support frame (141) can be positioned so that the support end (141d) is supported by the rotation limiting portion (129a, 129b, 129c). The rotation limiting portion (129a, 129b, 129c) is configured to limit the rotational position when the cover support frame (141) rotates toward the outside of the cleaner station (100). The rotation limiting portion (129a, 129b, 129c) is located at the rear of the coupling portion (120) to limit the rotational range of the cover support frame (141). For example, it may be a rear surface connected to the dustbin guide surface (122) at the coupling portion (120), but is not limited thereto.

[0207] Meanwhile, when the cleaner (200) is coupled to the cleaner station (100) and the discharge cover (222) is separated from the dustbin body (210), the cover support frame (141) can come into contact with the discharge cover (222). In addition, the discharge cover (222) can rotate in conjunction with the cover support frame (141) according to the rotation of the cover support frame (141).

[0208] The cover control motor (142) can provide power to rotate the cover support frame (141). Specifically, the cover control motor (142) can rotate the link (143) in a forward or reverse direction.

[0209] Here, the forward direction may refer to the direction in which the link (143) pulls the cover support frame (141). Accordingly, when the link (143) rotates in the forward direction, the discharge cover (222) may be opened. In addition, when the link (143) rotates in the forward direction, the internal space of the dustbin (220) and the flow path (180) may be connected.

[0210] Additionally, the reverse direction may refer to the direction in which the link (143) pushes the cover support frame (141). Accordingly, when the link (143) rotates in the reverse direction, the discharge cover (222) may be closed. In addition, when the link (143) rotates in the reverse direction, the communication between the internal space of the dustbin (220) and the flow path (180) may be blocked. The forward direction may be the opposite direction to the reverse direction.

[0211] The link (143) connects the cover support frame (141) and the cover control motor (142), and can open and close the cover support frame (141) using power generated from the cover control motor (142).

[0212] For example, the link (143) may include a first link (1431) and a second link (1432). One end of the first link (1431) may be coupled to a cover control motor (142). The first link (1431) may be rotated by the power of the cover control motor (142). The other end of the first link (1431) may be rotatably coupled to a second link (1432). The first link (1431) may transmit force transmitted from the cover control motor (142) to the second link (1432). One end of the second link (1432) may be coupled to the first link (1431). The other end of the second link (1432) may be coupled to the cover support frame (141). The second link (1432) can open and close the discharge cover (222) by pushing or pulling the cover support frame (141).

[0213] The first link (1431) may include a first link body (1431a), a motor coupling portion (1431b), a sensing protrusion (1431c), and a key protrusion (1431d).

[0214] The first link body (1431a) can transmit the power of the cover control motor (142) to the second link (1432). For example, the first link body (1431a) may be formed in a frame shape, have a motor coupling portion (1431b) arranged on one longitudinal side, and have a key protrusion (1431d) formed on the other longitudinal side. Accordingly, the first link body (1431a) may be a rotating body that rotates around the motor coupling portion (1431b) as an axis.

[0215] The motor coupling portion (1431b) can be arranged on one longitudinal side of the first link body (1431a).

[0216] The motor coupling portion (1431b) may be coupled with the cover control motor (142). For example, the motor coupling portion (1431b) may be directly coupled to the shaft of the cover control motor (142) or may be coupled via one or more gears (not shown). In this case, the motor coupling portion (1431b) may become the rotation axis of the first link (1431).

[0217] Meanwhile, at least a portion of the cover control motor (142) can be accommodated in the motor coupling portion (1431b). For example, the motor coupling portion (1431b) can be formed in a cylindrical shape with one side closed to accommodate the shaft or gear of the cover control motor (142). With this configuration, when the cover control motor (142) is operated, the motor coupling portion (1431b) can rotate.

[0218] Meanwhile, a sensing protrusion (1431c) may be formed protrudingly on the outer surface of the motor coupling portion (1431b). Two sensing protrusions (1431c) may be formed at a predetermined interval along the outer surface of the motor coupling portion (1431b). That is, the sensing protrusions (1431c) may be formed such that a first sensing protrusion (1431ca) and a second sensing protrusion (1431cb) are formed protruding at a predetermined interval along the outer surface of the motor coupling portion (1431b). Therefore, with respect to the rotation center of the motor coupling portion (1431b), the diameter to the part where the sensing protrusion (1431c) is located may be larger than the diameter to the outer surface of the motor coupling portion (1431b). With this configuration, the motor coupling portion (1431b) and the sensing protrusion (1431c) may function as a kind of cam.

[0219] Meanwhile, the sensing protrusion (1431c) can be rotated integrally with the motor coupling portion (1431b). That is, the sensing protrusion (1431c) can be rotated together with the rotation of the first link (1431).

[0220] The sensing protrusion (1431c) can come into contact with the cover control sensor (144) according to the rotation of the first link (1431). With this configuration, the sensing protrusion (1431c) can detect the rotational position (angle) of the first link (1431) through contact with the cover control sensor (144).

[0221] The first sensing protrusion (1431ca) may be positioned to detect the position of the cover support frame (141) when the discharge cover (222) is closed. And the second sensing protrusion (1431cb) may be positioned to detect the position of the cover support frame (141) when the discharge cover (222) is opened.

[0222] Meanwhile, the rotation of the link (143) can be restricted by the link stopper (115a, 115b). That is, the rotation of the first link (1431) can be restricted by being caught by the first link stopper (115a) and the second link stopper (115b). That is, the rotation of the first link (1431) can be stopped when it comes into contact with the first link stopper (115a) or the second link stopper (115b).

[0223] And, at a position where the first link (1431) is caught by the first link stopper (115a), the first sensing protrusion (1431ca) can come into contact with the cover control sensor (144). In addition, at a position where the first link (1431) is caught by the second link stopper (115b), the second sensing protrusion (1431cb) can come into contact with the cover control sensor (144).

[0224] With this configuration, when the first link (1431) is rotated to a preset position, the first link (1431) physically comes into contact with the link stopper (115) to limit rotation, and at the same time, the control unit (400) can detect the position of the first link (1431) and stop the operation of the cover control motor (142), thereby allowing the first link (1431) to rotate to the correct position.

[0225] Meanwhile, the key protrusion (1431d) can be combined with the key hole (1432b) formed in the second link (1432). The key protrusion (1431d) can be formed on the other side in the longitudinal direction of the first link body (1431a).

[0226] The key protrusion (1431d) may be formed to protrude from a surface of the first link body (1431a) facing the second link (1432). At this time, the key protrusion (1431d) may be formed to be key-coupled with the second link (1432). For example, the key protrusion (1431d) may be formed to protrude in a cylindrical shape, and at least one protrusion may be formed to protrude radially outward from the outer surface.

[0227] The second link (1432) may include a second link body (1432a), a keyhole (1432b), and a frame connecting portion (1432c).

[0228] The second link body (1432a) can transmit power transmitted from the first link (1431) to the cover support frame (141). For example, the second link body (1432a) may be formed in a frame shape, have a keyhole (1432b) formed on one longitudinal side, and have a frame connecting portion (1432c) arranged on the other longitudinal side. Accordingly, the second link body (1432a) may be a rotating body that rotates around the key projection (1431d) as an axis.

[0229] A keyhole (1432b) may be formed on one side of the second link body (1432a). The keyhole (1432b) may be formed to correspond to the shape of the key protrusion (1431d). For example, the keyhole (1432b) may be formed in the shape of a circular hole, but a square hole may be connected radially outward. With this configuration, the key protrusion (1431d) can be inserted and coupled to match the shape of the keyhole (1432b), and there is an effect of preventing the first link (1431) and the second link (1432) from being separated from each other when rotating.

[0230] Therefore, according to the present invention, the key projection (1431d) of the first link (1431) and the key hole (1432b) of the second link (1432) are key-coupled, so that assembly or replacement between the first link (1431) and the second link (1432) is easy, while preventing the first link (1431) and the second link (1432) from being detached during operation.

[0231] The frame connecting portion (1432c) can be arranged on the longitudinal side of the second link body (1432a).

[0232] The frame connecting portion (1432c) can be coupled to the cover support frame (141). The frame connecting portion (1432c) can be hinge-coupled to the link connecting portion (141c). At this time, the hinge that couples the frame connecting portion (1432c) and the cover support frame (141) can become the rotation axis of the second link (1432).

[0233]

[0234] Meanwhile, in the present invention, the maximum length of the first link (1431) may be shorter than the maximum length of the second link (1432). In addition, the maximum length of the first link (1431) may be shorter than the length from the frame hinge portion (141b) of the cover support frame (141) to the link coupling portion (141c). In addition, the length from the frame hinge portion (141b) of the cover support frame (141) to the link coupling portion (141c) may be shorter than the rotation radius of the second link (1432) (more specifically, the length from the rotation center of the keyhole (1432b) of the second link (1432) to the frame coupling portion (1432c).

[0235] In this configuration, in a situation where the first link (1431) rotates with the motor coupling portion (1431b) as the rotation axis and the cover support frame (141) rotates with the frame hinge portion (141b) as the rotation axis, the second link (1431) connecting the first link (1431) and the cover support frame (141) can apply a large force in the process of closing the discharge cover (222).

[0236] That is, in the process of closing the discharge cover (222), the change in the rotation angle of the cover support frame (141) according to the rotation of the first link (1431) gradually increases. Therefore, there is an effect of being able to strongly close the discharge cover (222) by increasing the rotation speed of the cover support frame (141).

[0237] As a result, the force (Fc) that the cover support frame (141) uses to close the discharge cover (222) can be amplified more than the force that the first link (1431) transmits to the second link (1432). Therefore, even if the cover control motor (142) applies a small torque output to the first link (1431), there is an effect that it can generate a force sufficient to close the discharge cover (222).

[0238] Accordingly, according to the present invention, since the discharge cover (222) can be closed using a motor with a small output, the size of the motor can be reduced, thereby reducing the volume and weight, and at the same time, there is an effect of reducing noise.

[0239] Meanwhile, the cover support unit (140) may further include a cover control sensor (144). The cover control sensor (144) may be provided inside the housing (110) and may detect whether the cover support frame (141) is in an open state.

[0240] For example, the cover control sensor (144) may be positioned at a position where it can come into contact with the sensing protrusion (1431c). In addition, the cover control sensor (144) may be positioned at a position that does not come into contact with the outer surface of the motor coupling portion (1431b). Accordingly, the cover control sensor (144) may detect when the sensing protrusion (1431c) comes into contact with the rotation of the first link (1431).

[0241] Accordingly, when the first link (1431) is rotated and the first sensing protrusion (1431ca) and the cover control sensor (144) come into contact, the cover control sensor (144) can detect that the cover support frame (141) has closed the dustbin (220). In addition, when the first link (1431) is rotated and the second sensing protrusion (1431cb) and the cover control sensor (144) come into contact, the cover control sensor (144) can detect that the cover support frame (141) has opened the discharge cover (222).

[0242] The cover control sensor (144) may include a contact sensor. For example, the cover control sensor (144) may include a micro switch.

[0243] The cover support frame (141) can be opened together with the discharge cover (222) of the cleaner (200) when it is opened. In addition, when the cover support frame (141) is closed, the discharge cover (222) of the cleaner (200) can be closed together with it.

[0244] When dust in the dust bin (220) of the vacuum cleaner (200) is removed, the cover control motor (142) can couple the discharge cover (222) to the dust bin body (221) by rotating the cover support frame (141). Specifically, the cover control motor (142) rotates the cover support frame (141) by rotating the first link (143), and the rotating cover support frame (141) can push the discharge cover (222) toward the dust bin body (221).

[0245]

[0246] The cover opening unit (500) of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 5 and 6 as follows.

[0247] The cleaner station (100) of the present invention may include a cover opening unit (500). The cover opening unit (500) is disposed at the coupling portion (120) and opens the discharge cover (222) of the cleaner (200). More specifically, the cover opening unit (500) can release the restraint of the discharge cover (222) from the dust bin body (221) by pressing the locking lever (223) of the dust bin (220).

[0248] The cover opening unit (500) presses and rotates the locking lever (223) so that the locking lever (223) releases the connection between the dust bin (220) and the discharge cover (222). In particular, the cover opening unit (500) has a structure that presses the locking lever (223) with non-electric power, and a motor, gear, sensor, etc. for pressing the locking lever (223) can be omitted.

[0249] The locking lever (223) is arranged on the dustbin body (221), and the locking portion (223d) supports the discharge cover (222) and connects the discharge cover (222) and the dustbin body (221). In addition, the locking lever (223) is arranged rotatably on the dustbin body (221), and when an external force is applied to any part, it rotates around the hinge axis, and the locking portion (223d) is separated from the discharge cover (222), thereby releasing the connection between the discharge cover (222) and the dustbin body (221). At this time, it is preferable that the external force is applied to one end of the lever body (223a) of the locking lever (223), and the locking portion (223d) provided on the other end of the locking lever (223) supports the discharge cover (222) or is separated from the discharge cover (222) according to the rotation of the locking lever (223).

[0250] Accordingly, when the cover opening unit (500) presses the lock lever (223) and the cover support frame (141) rotates to the opposite side of the discharge cover (222), the discharge cover (222) also rotates to the opposite side of the dust bin (220) and opens the dust bin (220).

[0251] In this way, when at least a part of the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120) of the cleaner station (100) and the cover support unit (140) is operated, a non-powered cover opening unit (500) is provided to open the discharge cover (222). This non-powered cover opening unit (500) may be provided to press the locking lever (223) when at least a part of the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120) of the cleaner station (100) according to the first embodiment, or may be provided to press the locking lever (223) when the cover support unit (140) is operated according to the second or third embodiment.

[0252]

[0253] FIG. 9 is a drawing for explaining a cover opening unit in a cleaner station according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIGS. 10 and 11 are drawings for explaining a process in which a cover opening unit operates in a cleaner station according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0254] The structure of the cover opening unit (500) according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 9 to 11 as follows.

[0255] The cover opening unit (500) is provided to press the locking lever (223) at the same time that the dustbin (220) is coupled to the coupling portion (120). The cover opening unit (500) is positioned to protrude from the dustbin guide surface (122) to which the dustbin (220) is coupled, and the locking lever (223) is placed on the protruding end and pressed. The cover opening unit (500) may include a protrusion (510) formed to protrude from the coupling portion (120) toward the locking lever (223).

[0256] The protrusion (510) may be positioned at a portion where the locking lever (223) is positioned when the dustbin (220) is coupled to the coupling portion (120). In particular, the protrusion (510) may be positioned to press the pressing portion (223c) of the locking lever (223). In addition, when the dustbin (220) is coupled to the coupling portion (120), the protrusion (510) is positioned below the gravity direction of the locking lever (223). Accordingly, the protrusion (510) may press the locking lever (223) by the weight of the dustbin (220) or the weight of the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0257] This protrusion (510) may be formed to protrude upwardly in the direction of the center from the joint (120). The protrusion (510) may be formed to have a thickness or width that becomes narrower as it goes toward the protruding end, and the protruding end surface (511) may be formed as a sloped surface that slopes downward as it goes toward the cover support frame (141).

[0258] The connecting portion (120) is provided with a dustbin guide surface (122) formed to face a portion of the outer surface of the dustbin body (221). The dustbin guide surface (122) is formed to surround at least a portion of the dustbin body (221), and may be provided with a protrusion (510) at a position opposite to a locking lever (223) provided on the dustbin body (221).

[0259] When the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120) of the cleaner station (100), it is coupled while standing upright along the vertical direction of the cleaner station (100) so that the cleaning module (260) is placed on the ground side. The dustbin body (221) is coupled so that at least a portion of it is coupled to the coupling portion (120), and the suction portion (212) is positioned lower than the dustbin body (221) and the handle (216) is positioned upper than the dustbin body (221). In addition, the discharge cover (222) may be positioned on the lower surface of the dustbin (220), and the cover hinge portion (222b) may be positioned adjacent to the handle (216). In addition, the dustbin body (221) may be provided with a locking lever (223) on the outer surface to bind or release the opposite side of the cover hinge portion (222b) of the discharge cover (222).

[0260] That is, the protrusion (510) is formed by protruding upward from the dustbin guide surface (122), and its end presses the locking lever (223) when the dustbin (220) is coupled to the coupling portion (120).

[0261] As a result, the lock lever (223) is pressed while being placed on the cover opening unit (500) when the dust bin (220) is coupled to the coupling portion (120). At this time, the discharge cover (222) is disengaged from the dust bin (220), so that the restraint between the dust bin (220) and the discharge cover (222) is released, and the discharge cover (222) can be supported by the cover support frame (141) to keep the dust bin (220) sealed. Alternatively, the discharge cover (222) may be supported by the cover support frame (141) with a gap between the dust bin (220) and the dust bin (220), but the dust bin (220) is not completely opened.

[0262] Fig. 10 shows a state before the dust bin (220) is coupled to the coupling portion (120). Referring to Fig. 10, the dust bin (220) supports the discharge cover (222) by the locking portion (223d) of the cover hinge portion (222b) by the torsion spring unless an external force is applied to the pressing portion (223c) of the locking lever (223). The discharge cover (222) is coupled to the dust bin body (221) by the locking lever (223).

[0263] Fig. 11 shows a state in which a dust bin (220) is coupled to a coupling portion (120). Referring to Fig. 11, a pressing portion (223c) of a locking lever (223) is placed on a protrusion (510) and pressed. The locking lever (223) is rotated by the pressing portion (223c) being pressed, and the locking portion (223d) is separated from the discharge cover (222). The discharge cover (222) is disengaged from the dust bin body (221) and supported by the cover support frame (141). At this time, the cover support frame (141) is before rotating, and the support end (141d) is supported by the rotation restriction portion (129a) to close at least a portion of the dust passage hole (121a), and the discharge cover (222) can maintain the dust bin (220) in a closed state.

[0264] And, when the operation of the dust collecting motor (191) is terminated and the cover support frame (141) operates to close at least a portion of the dust passage hole (121a), the discharge cover (222) can rotate in conjunction with the cover support frame (141) to close the dust bin (220). Then, the cleaner (200) can be disengaged from the coupling portion (120) while moving upward in the direction of gravity, and the locking lever (223) is separated from the protrusion (510) and the locking lever (223) supports the discharge cover (222). The discharge cover (222) is restrained to the dust bin body (221) by the locking lever (223) in a state where the dust bin (220) is closed.

[0265]

[0266] Meanwhile, the cover opening unit (500) can pressurize the lock lever (223) due to the rotation of the cover support unit (140) when the cover support unit (140) rotates. That is, the cover opening unit (500) can include a cover opening member (530, 550) that is provided to pressurize the lock lever (223) by rotating or moving when the cover support unit (140) rotates.

[0267] The cover opening member (530, 550) has at least one side in contact with the cover support frame (141) and the other side can press the lock lever (223) when the cover support frame (141) rotates. Specifically, the cover opening member (530, 550) is rotatably installed in the coupling portion (120) and can rotate in conjunction with the cover support frame (141) to press the lock lever (223). At this time, the direction in which the cover opening member (530, 550) presses the lock lever (223) can intersect the longitudinal direction of the dustbin (220).

[0268] In addition, the coupling part (120) has a receiving part (122b) on the lower side in the direction of gravity of the dustbin guide surface (122), and a cover opening member (530, 550) is rotatably installed within the receiving part (122b).

[0269] The receiving portion (122b) has a cover opening hole (122a) connected to the dustbin guide surface (122). Accordingly, the cover opening member (530, 550) can protrude through the cover opening hole (122a) into the space where the dustbin (220) of the connecting portion (120) is placed to press the locking lever (223). That is, the cover opening member (530, 550) is placed within the receiving portion (122b) formed in the connecting portion (120) when the cover support frame (141) closes the discharge cover (222), that is, when the support end (141d) of the cover support frame (141) is supported by the rotation restriction portion (129b, 129c). And, the cover opening member (530, 550) protrudes from the receiving portion (122b) through the cover opening hole (122a) when the cover support frame (141) rotates rearward, thereby pressing the locking lever (223).

[0270] In this way, the cover opening unit (500) according to the second embodiment and the cover opening unit (500) according to the third embodiment may each include a cover opening member (530, 550).

[0271] FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining a cover opening unit in a cleaner station according to the second embodiment of the present invention, and FIGS. 13 and 14 are drawings for explaining a process in which a cover opening unit operates in a cleaner station according to the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0272] The structure of the cover opening unit (500) according to the second embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 12 to 14 as follows.

[0273] The cover opening unit (500) may be configured to include a cover opening member (530) that rotates in conjunction with the discharge cover (222) and an elastic body (540) that provides elastic support to the cover opening member (530).

[0274] The cover opening member (530) is rotatably installed within the receiving portion (122b) formed in the coupling portion (120). When the cover support unit (140) rotates, the cover opening member (530) protrudes from the receiving portion (122b) and presses the locking lever (223).

[0275] This cover opening member (530) may be configured to include a link-shaped body (531), a hinge portion (532) and a pressure portion (534) provided at each end of the body (531).

[0276] The body (531) is provided with a hinge portion (532) on one end and is installed so as to be rotatable about the center of the hinge portion (532). In addition, the body (531) is provided with a pressing portion (534) on the other end that presses the locking lever (223) when the body (531) rotates.

[0277] The hinge portion (532) may be rotatably installed within the receiving portion (122b) and may be provided with an operating projection (533) formed to protrude from one side. The operating projection (533) is positioned between the support end (141d) of the cover support frame (141) and the rotation restriction portion (129b), and elastically supports the support end (141d) by an elastic body (540) to be described later. In addition, the operating projection (533) is inserted into and supported by a projection insertion groove (129ba) formed in the rotation restriction portion (129b) before the cover support frame (141) rotates, when the cover support frame (141) at least partially closes the dust passage hole (121a).

[0278] The rotation limiting portion (129b) is provided in the connecting portion (120) to limit the rotational position of the cover support frame (141), and the support end (141d) is supported when the cover support frame (141) closes at least a portion of the dust passage hole (121a). The rotation limiting portion (129b) may be arranged so that the support end (141d) of the cover support frame (141) is supported at the rear of the connecting portion (120), and may be arranged at the rear of the dust bin guide surface (122). In addition, the rotation limiting portion (129b) has a protrusion insertion groove (129ba) formed by being recessed at the rear surface, so that the operating protrusion (533) can be inserted and seated.

[0279] The pressurizing portion (534) is provided in the body (531) and inserted into the cover opening hole (122a), and when the cover opening member (530) rotates, moves toward the locking lever (223) and protrudes from the cover opening hole (122a) to press the pressing portion (223c). For example, the pressurizing portion (534) may be formed by bending and extending the other end of the body (531), and when the cover support frame (141) supports the rotation restriction portion (129b), the end of the pressurizing portion (534) may be arranged parallel to the dustbin guide surface (122).

[0280] The elastic body (540) is elastically deformed when the cover opening member (530) rotates, and when the external force applied to the cover opening member (530) disappears, the cover opening member (530) returns to its original position. This elastic body (540) is installed in the cover opening member (530) and the connecting portion (120) to provide elastic support to the cover opening member (530). The elastic body (540) has one end connected to the elastic body connecting portion (535) of the cover opening member (530), and the other end connected to the elastic body fixing portion (122c) provided in the receiving portion (122b), and is installed in the receiving portion (122b). The elastic body connecting portion (535) may be provided to protrude from the periphery of the hinge portion, and may be located on the opposite side of the pressing portion (534) with respect to the hinge portion (532).

[0281] As the elastic body (540) is provided, the cover opening member (530) rotates by the elastic support force of the elastic body (540) when the cover support unit (140) rotates, thereby pressing the lock lever (223).

[0282] Fig. 13 shows a case before the cover support frame (141) rotates, when the cover support frame (141) at least partially closes the dust passage hole (121a). According to Fig. 13, the cover opening unit (500) is supported by the cover support frame (141), the cover opening member (530) is placed in the receiving portion (122b), and the pressing portion (534) is placed apart from the pressing portion (223c) of the locking lever (223). In addition, the pressing portion (534) is inserted into the cover opening hole (122a) and is placed so as not to protrude from the dust bin guide surface (122), and the end can be placed parallel to the dust bin guide surface (122).

[0283] The cover opening member (530) is inserted into the projection insertion groove (129ba) of the rotation restriction member (129b) by having the operating projection (533) supported on the support end (141d) of the cover support frame (141). The cover support frame (141) is in contact with the operating projection (533) and the rotational movement toward the outside of the cleaner station (100) is fixed.

[0284] At this time, the elastic body (540) is elastically deformed and its length is extended, and the operating projection (533) provides elastic support force so that the cover support frame (141) can be elastically supported.

[0285] Fig. 14 shows a state in which the cover support frame (141) rotates toward the outside of the cleaner station (100) and the cover opening member (530) presses the locking lever (223). According to Fig. 14, in a state in which the cover opening member (530) elastically supports the cover support frame (141), the cover support frame (141) rotates and the cover opening member (530) also rotates in conjunction. Accordingly, the pressing portion (534) protrudes from the dustbin guide surface (122) and presses the locking lever (223). The locking lever (223) rotates by the pressing portion (534), and the locking portion (223d) is separated from the discharge cover (222), the restraint between the dustbin (220) and the discharge cover (222) is released, and the discharge cover (222) rotates toward the cover support frame (141). At the same time, the elastic body (540) contracts in length and provides elastic support so that the pressurizing portion (534) elastically supports the pressing portion (223c). The discharge cover (222) rotates together with the cover support frame (141) to open the internal space of the dust bin body (221) toward the dust passage hole (121a).

[0286] And, after the operation of the dust collection motor (191) is finished, the cover support frame (141) rotates toward the outside of the cleaner station (100) and the discharge cover (222) rotates in conjunction with the cover support frame (141) to close the dust bin body (221). At this time, the cover support frame (141) rotates the cover opening member (530) while pressing the support end (141d) until the operating projection (533) is inserted into the projection insertion groove (129ba), and the locking lever (223) supports the discharge cover (222) with the locking portion (223d) and binds the discharge cover (222) to the dust bin (220). In addition, the elastic body (540) is lengthened and elastically deformed.

[0287]

[0288] FIG. 15 is a drawing for explaining a cover opening unit in a cleaner station according to the third embodiment of the present invention, and FIGS. 16 and 17 are drawings for explaining a process in which a cover opening unit operates in a cleaner station according to the third embodiment of the present invention.

[0289] The structure of the cover opening unit (500) according to the third embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 15 to 17 as follows.

[0290] The cover opening unit (500) may be configured to include a cover opening member (550) that rotates in conjunction with the discharge cover (222).

[0291] The cover opening member (550) is rotatably installed within the receiving portion (122b), and as the cover support frame (141) rotates, one side is pressed and rotates, and as it rotates, the other side presses the locking lever (223) to release the connection between the dust bin (220) and the discharge cover (222).

[0292] This cover opening member (550) may be configured to include a link-shaped body (551), an operating projection (553) and a pressure portion (554) provided at each end of the body (551).

[0293] The body (551) is provided with a hinge portion (552) so as to be rotatably installed within the receiving portion (122b), and the hinge portion (552) may be provided at a position adjacent to the operating projection (553). The body (551) may be formed long in the front-back direction, and may be provided with an operating projection (553) at the rear end, and a pressure portion (554) at the front end.

[0294] The operating projection (553) is provided at the end of the body (551) and is positioned rearward relative to the hinge portion (552) and rearward relative to the support end (141d) of the cover support frame (141). The operating projection (553) is formed to protrude from the end of the body (551) toward the cover support frame (141), and the protruding end surface can be formed by connecting the first guide surface (553a) and the second guide surface (553b).

[0295] The first guide surface (553a) is formed to slope downward or curve downward toward the opposite side from the point where it is connected to the second guide surface (553b). The second guide surface (553b) is formed to slope downward or curve downward toward the opposite side from the point where it is connected to the first guide surface (553a). The first guide surface (553a) is positioned in front of the second guide surface (553b) and supports the first insertion guide surface (141da) to be described later. As the first guide surface (553a) and the second guide surface (553b) are formed on the operating projection (553) in this way, the cover opening member (550) can rotate in conjunction with the cover support frame (141).

[0296] The pressurizing portion (554) is provided in the body (551) and inserted into the cover opening hole (122a), and moves toward the locking lever (223) when the cover opening member (550) rotates, and can protrude from the cover opening hole (122a) to press the pressing portion (223c). The pressurizing portion (554) is provided at the end of the body (551) and is positioned forward of the hinge portion (552). For example, the front end of the body (551) can be formed by bending and extending toward the locking lever (223).

[0297] Meanwhile, the receiving portion (122b) is formed on the lower side of the dustbin guide surface (122) in the direction of gravity to provide a space in which the cover opening member (550) is received. The receiving portion (122b) may be provided with a support protrusion (122d) at a position spaced lower from the cover opening member (550) in the direction of gravity to limit the rotational range of the cover opening member (550).

[0298] The cover opening member (550) may be provided with a support portion (555) that is formed to protrude from one side of the body (551) and comes into contact with the support jaw (122d). The support jaw (122d) is provided between the pressing portion (554) and the hinge portion (552) of the body (551) and prevents the front of the body (551) from coming into contact with the support jaw (122d). Accordingly, the body (551) may rotate in one direction so that the rear end comes into contact with the support jaw (122d), or the pressing portion (554) may press the locking lever (223) and may rotate in the other direction so that the support portion (555) comes into contact with the support jaw (122d). In addition, the body (551) is provided with a support portion (555) to prevent the space between the rotation restriction portion (129c) and the operating projection (553) to be described later from narrowing, and to secure a space for inserting the support end portion (141d) between the rotation restriction portion (129c) and the operating projection (553).

[0299] In addition, the dustbin guide surface (122) may have a rotation limiting portion (129c) at the rear to limit the rotation range of the cover support frame (141).

[0300] The cover support frame (141) is provided with a support end (141d) on the opposite side of the frame hinge part (552) on the outer surface, so that when rotated, the support end (141d) can press the operating projection (553) of the cover opening member (550), and the pressing part (554) can press the lock lever (223). In addition, the cover support frame (141) can be provided with a bending part (141e) between the frame body (141a) and the support end (141d). The bending part (141e) can have both ends integrally connected to one side of the outer surface of the frame body (141a) and the support end (141d), and is formed by bending so as to protrude rearward, thereby forming a rotation restriction insertion groove (141ea) on the front of the bending part (141e). The rotation restriction insertion groove (141ea) is supported by a rotation restriction portion (129c) inserted inside. This bending portion (141e) connects the support end (141d) and the frame body (141a) while spacing them apart in the direction in which the support end (141d) presses the operating projection (553), thereby reducing the load on the cover support frame (141) when the cover opening member (550) is pressed. That is, the bending portion (141e) can be elastically deformed when the support end (141d) presses the operating projection (553).

[0301] In addition, the support end (141d) may be provided in the form of a projection that protrudes from the end of the bending portion (141e) toward the body (551) of the cover opening member (550), and the end surface may be composed of a first insertion guide surface (141da) and a second insertion guide surface (141db).

[0302] The first insertion guide surface (141da) is formed to be inclined upward or curved upward toward the opposite side from the point where it is connected to the second insertion guide surface (141db). The second insertion guide surface (141db) is formed to be inclined upward or curved upward toward the opposite side from the point where it is connected to the first insertion guide surface (141da). The first insertion guide surface (141da) is positioned rearward of the second insertion guide surface (141db). The first insertion guide surface (141da) and the second insertion guide surface (141db) guide the cover opening member (550) to rotate while the cover support frame (141) rotates while coming into contact with the first guide surface (553a) and the second guide surface (553b), respectively.

[0303] Fig. 16 is a view before the cover support frame (141) rotates, and the cover support unit (140) may be in a state where the discharge cover (222) is closed. Referring to Fig. 16, the end of the cover support unit (140) is located between the operating projection (553) and the pressing portion (554). That is, the support end portion (141d) is positioned in front of the operating projection (553). In addition, the cover support frame (141) supports the discharge cover (222), and a rotation restriction portion (129c) is inserted into the bending portion (141e). The cover opening member (550) is positioned such that the support portion (555) supports the supporting jaw (122d), and the pressing portion (554) is spaced apart from the locking lever (223).

[0304] In this state, when the cover support frame (141) rotates toward the inside of the cleaner station (100), the first insertion guide surface (141da) comes into contact with the first guide surface (553a), and the support end (141d) presses the operating projection (553) to rotate the cover opening member (550). The cover opening member (550) rotates in one direction, and as illustrated in FIG. 17, the rear end may come close to or come into contact with the support jaw (122d), and at the same time, the pressing portion (554) presses the pressing portion (223c) of the locking lever (223). The lock lever (223) is rotated by the pressurizing portion (554), the locking portion (223d) is separated from the discharge cover (222), the restraint between the dust bin (220) and the discharge cover (222) is released, and the discharge cover (222) is rotated toward the cover support frame (141). At this time, the torsion spring of the lock lever (223) is compressed in the direction of rotation and can be elastically deformed.

[0305] In this state, when the cover support frame (141) rotates and moves further toward the inside of the cleaner station (100), the support end (141d) is separated from the operating projection (553) and the force that was pressing the cover opening member (550) disappears. The cover opening member (550) returns to its original position in conjunction with the lock lever (223) by the restoring force of the torsion spring of the lock lever (223), and the support part (555) can be supported on the support jaw (122d).

[0306] And, after the operation of the dust collection motor (191) is finished, the cover support frame (141) rotates toward the outside of the cleaner station (100) and the discharge cover (222) rotates in conjunction with the cover support frame (141) to close the dust bin body (221). Here, when the cover support frame (141) rotates, the second insertion guide surface (141db) comes into contact with the second guide surface (553b) and the support end (141d) presses the operating protrusion (553) to rotate the cover opening member (550). At this position, the cover support frame (141) may be provided with a discharge cover support portion (141f) that is formed convexly toward the discharge cover (222) to support the discharge cover (222). Accordingly, when the cover support frame (141) presses and rotates the cover opening member (550), the discharge cover (222) can close the dust bin (220) by the discharge cover support member (141f).

[0307] Next, the support end (141d) passes over the operating projection (553) and is inserted between the operating projection (553) and the rotation limiting portion (129c), and is again positioned in front of the operating projection (553). Then, the rotation limiting portion (129c) is inserted into the rotation limiting portion insertion groove (141ea) of the bending portion (141e) and can support the bending portion (141e) and limit the rotation range of the cover support frame (141). Then, the locking lever (223) returns to its original state and restrains the discharge cover (222) to the dust bin (220).

[0308] In this way, the discharge cover (222) can be opened by pressing the lock lever (223) of the dust bin (220) through the cover opening member (530, 550) that is linked to the cover support unit (140), so that the motor, gear, and sensor for opening the discharge cover (222) can be omitted.

[0309]

[0310] Meanwhile, referring to Fig. 5, the dust collection unit (170) is described as follows.

[0311] The vacuum cleaner station (100) may include a dust collection unit (170). The dust collection unit (170) may be placed inside the housing (110). The dust collection unit (170) may be placed below the gravity direction of the coupling unit (120).

[0312] For example, the dust collection unit (170) may mean a dust bag that collects dust sucked from inside the dust bin (220) of the vacuum cleaner (200) by the dust collection motor (191).

[0313] The dust collection unit (170) can be detachably coupled to the housing (110).

[0314] Accordingly, the dust collector (170) can be separated from the housing (110) and discarded, and a new dust collector (170) can be combined with the housing (110). That is, the dust collector (170) can be defined as a consumable part.

[0315] The dust bag may be provided so that when suction power is generated by the dust collection motor (191), its volume increases and dust is accommodated inside.

[0316] To achieve this, the dust bag may be made of a material that is permeable to air but impermeable to foreign substances such as dust. For example, the dust bag may be made of a non-woven material and may have a hexahedral shape when expanded.

[0317] Therefore, user convenience can be improved as there is no need for the user to separately bundle dust-collecting bags, etc.

[0318] Alternatively, the dust bag may include a roll of vinyl (not shown). With this configuration, when the dust bag is sealed or bonded, dust or odors trapped within the dust bag can be prevented from leaking out of the dust bag. At this time, the dust bag can be mounted to the housing (110) via a dust bag cartridge (not shown). If necessary, the dust bag can be replaced via the dust bag cartridge.

[0319]

[0320] Meanwhile, referring to Fig. 5, the euro section (180) is described as follows.

[0321] The cleaner station (100) may include a euro section (180).

[0322] The flow path (180) can connect the dust bin (220) and the dust collection unit (170) of the vacuum cleaner (200). The flow path (180) can be arranged on the rear side of the coupling surface (121). The flow path (180) can refer to a space between the dust bin (220) and the dust collection unit (170) of the vacuum cleaner (200). The flow path (180) can be a space formed rearward from the dust passage hole (121a), and can be a flow path formed by bending downward from the dust passage hole (121a) so that dust and air can flow.

[0323] Specifically, when the cleaner (200) is coupled to the cleaner station (100) and the dust passage hole (121a) is opened, it may include a first passage (181) that communicates with the internal space of the dust bin (220), and a second passage (182) that communicates between the first passage (181) and the internal space of the dust collection unit (170).

[0324] For example, the first flow path (181) may be arranged substantially parallel to the axis of the suction motor (214) or an imaginary through line penetrating the dust bin (220). At this time, the axis of the suction motor (214) or the through line of the dust bin (220) may pass through the first flow path (181).

[0325] At this time, the second flow path (182) may be formed at a predetermined angle with the first flow path (181). For example, the first flow path (181) and the second flow path (182) may be formed at a right angle. With this configuration, the overall volume of the cleaning station (100) can be minimized.

[0326] The second euro (182) is formed to extend downward from the first euro (181) and is connected to the first euro (181) so that air passing through the first euro (181) can be guided to the dust collection unit (170).

[0327] The second flow path (182) can be arranged in a direction parallel to the axis (C) of the dust collecting motor (191). With this configuration, the reduction in the suction power of the dust collecting motor (191) in the first flow path (181) and the second flow path (182) can be minimized.

[0328] Dust in the dust bin (220) of the vacuum cleaner (200) can move to the dust collection unit (170) through the euro section (180).

[0329]

[0330] Meanwhile, referring to FIG. 5, the dust suction module (190) is described as follows.

[0331] The vacuum cleaner station (100) may include a dust suction module (190). The dust suction module (190) may include a dust collection motor (191), a first filter (not shown), and a second filter (not shown).

[0332] The dust collecting motor (191) may be placed at the bottom of the dust collecting unit (170). The dust collecting motor (191) may generate suction force in the flow path unit (180). Through this, the dust collecting motor (191) may provide suction force capable of sucking up dust in the dust bin (220) of the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0333] The dust collecting motor (191) can generate suction force by rotation. For example, the dust collecting motor (191) can be formed in a shape similar to a cylinder.

[0334] Meanwhile, in this embodiment, a virtual dust collecting motor axis (C) extending the rotation axis of the dust collecting motor (191) can be formed.

[0335] A first filter (not shown) may be placed between the dust collection unit (170) and the dust collection motor (191). The first filter may be a pre-filter.

[0336] A second filter (not shown) may be placed between the dust collection motor (191) and the outer wall surface (112). The second filter (not shown) may be a HEPA filter.

[0337] Meanwhile, the cleaner station (100) may further include a charging unit (128). The charging unit may be placed in the coupling unit (120). The charging unit (128) may be electrically connected to a cleaner (200) coupled to the coupling unit (120). The charging unit (128) may supply power to the battery of the cleaner (200) coupled to the coupling unit (120).

[0338] Additionally, the vacuum cleaner station (100) may further include a side door (not shown). The side door may be positioned in the housing (110). The side door may selectively expose the dust collector (170) to the outside. This allows the user to easily remove the dust collector (170) from the vacuum cleaner station (100).

[0339]

[0340] Meanwhile, FIG. 18 discloses a block diagram for explaining a control configuration in a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0341] Referring to FIG. 18, the control configuration of the cleaner station (100) of the present invention is described as follows.

[0342] The cleaner station (100) according to an embodiment of the present invention may further include a control unit (400) that controls a coupling unit (120), a fixing unit (130), a cover support unit (140), a dust collection unit (170), a flow path unit (180), and a dust suction module (190).

[0343] The control unit (400) may be composed of a printed circuit board and components mounted on the printed circuit board.

[0344] When the coupling sensor (125) detects the coupling of the cleaner (200), the coupling sensor (125) can transmit a signal indicating that the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120). At this time, the control unit (400) can receive the signal of the coupling sensor (125) and determine that the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120).

[0345] Additionally, when power is supplied to the battery (240) of the vacuum cleaner (200) from the charging unit (128), the control unit (400) can determine that the vacuum cleaner (200) is connected to the connecting unit (120).

[0346] When the control unit (400) determines that the cleaner (200) is fixed to the coupling unit (120), it can operate the cover control motor (142) to open the cover support frame (141) of the cleaner station (100).

[0347] When the control unit (400) determines that the cleaner (200) is fixed to the coupling unit (120), it can operate the cover control motor (142) to open the cover support frame (141) of the cleaner station (100).

[0348] The cover control sensor (144) can transmit a signal indicating that the cover support frame (141) is closed when it comes into contact with the first sensing protrusion (1431ca). If the control unit (400) determines that the cover support frame (141) is closed, it can stop the operation of the cover control motor (142).

[0349] The cover control sensor (144) can transmit a signal indicating that the cover support frame (141) is open when it comes into contact with the second sensing protrusion (1431cb). If the control unit (400) determines that the cover support frame (141) is open, it can stop the operation of the cover control motor (142).

[0350] The control unit (400) can drive the dust collection motor (191) to suck up dust inside the dust bin (220).

[0351] The control unit (400) can operate the display unit (410) to display the dustbin emptying status and charging status of the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0352] Meanwhile, the cleaning station (100) of the present invention may include a display unit (410).

[0353] The display unit (410) may be placed in the housing (110), or may be placed in a separate display device, and may be provided in a terminal including a mobile phone.

[0354] The display unit (410) may be configured to include at least one of a display panel capable of outputting characters and / or figures, and a speaker capable of outputting voice signals and sounds. The user can easily grasp the status of the current administrative operation, the remaining time, etc. through the information output through the display unit.

[0355] Meanwhile, the cleaner station (100) according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a memory (430). The memory (430) may include various data for driving and operating the cleaner station (100).

[0356] Meanwhile, the cleaner station (100) according to an embodiment of the present invention may include an input unit (440). The input unit (440) generates key input data that a user inputs to control the operation of the cleaner station (100). To this end, the input unit (440) may be configured with a key pad, a dome switch, a touch pad (static / electrostatic), etc. In particular, when the touch pad forms a mutual layer structure with the display unit (410), it may be called a touch screen.

[0357]

[0358] Figure 19 shows a flowchart for explaining a control method of a vacuum cleaner system according to the present invention.

[0359] Referring to FIGS. 5 to 19, a method for controlling a cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention is described as follows.

[0360] The control method of the cleaner station of the present invention includes a combination confirmation step (S10), a cover opening step (S20), a dust collection step (S30), and a cover closing step (S40).

[0361] In the coupling confirmation step (S10), it is possible to confirm whether the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling part (120) of the cleaner station (100).

[0362] Specifically, in the coupling confirmation step (S10), when the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120), the coupling sensor (125) can come into contact with the battery housing (230), and the coupling sensor (125) can transmit a signal indicating that the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120). Alternatively, according to an embodiment, a non-contact sensor type coupling sensor (125) disposed on the side wall (124) can detect the presence of a dust bin (220), and the coupling sensor (125) can transmit a signal indicating that the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120).

[0363] Therefore, in the coupling confirmation step (S10), the control unit (400) can receive a signal generated from the coupling sensor (125) and determine that the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling unit (120).

[0364] Alternatively, in the combination confirmation step (S10) of the present invention, the control unit (400) can detect whether the cleaner (200) is combined in the correct position by checking whether the charging unit (128) supplies power to the battery (240) of the cleaner (200).

[0365] And, when the cover opening unit (500) is provided as a protrusion (510), the restraint between the discharge cover (222) and the dustbin body (221) is released in the combination confirmation step (S10).

[0366] Specifically, as the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120), the lock lever (223) is placed on the protrusion (510) and is pressed so that it can be rotated. Accordingly, the restraint between the discharge cover (222) and the dustbin body (221) is released. That is, when the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling portion (120), the discharge cover (222) is released from the restraint with the dustbin body (221), so that the cleaner (200) can be coupled to the coupling portion (120). Accordingly, the discharge cover (222) is ready to rotate in conjunction with the rotation of the cover support frame (141). However, the discharge cover (222) from which restraint is released can be rotated away from the dustbin (220) by the elastic force of the torsion spring (222d), but is controlled by contacting the cover support frame (141) and can close the dustbin body (221).

[0367] In the cover opening step (S20), the control unit (400) can open the discharge cover (222) of the cleaner (200) when the dust bin (220) is connected to the cleaner station (100).

[0368] The control unit (400) can operate the dust collection motor (191) to fix the dust bin (220) and open the discharge cover (222) of the dust bin (220).

[0369] Specifically, when the dust collecting motor (191) is operated, the fixing member (131) can be moved toward the dust bin by the suction force of the dust collecting motor (191). For example, although not shown, when the dust collecting motor (191) is operated, negative pressure is applied to the fixing member (131) through a pipe connected to the lower side of the fixing member (131), and the fixing member (131) can be moved toward the dust bin (220) and pressurized to fix the outer surface of the dust bin (220).

[0370] Therefore, according to the present invention, there is an effect that can reduce the overall operating time by reducing the time required to fix or release the vacuum cleaner (200).

[0371] Meanwhile, in the cover opening step (S20), the control unit (400) can open the cover support frame (141).

[0372] Specifically, when the control unit (400) receives a signal that the dust bin (220) is coupled, it can operate the cover control motor (142) in the forward direction to rotate the first link (1431) to lift it upward. At this time, the first link (1431) can lift one side of the second link (1432), and the other side of the second link (1432) can lift the cover support frame (141). As a result, the cover support frame (141) can rotate to open the dust passage hole (121a). That is, in the cover opening step (S20), the control unit (400) can rotate the cover support frame (141) to open the dust passage hole (121a).

[0373] In addition, when the cover opening unit (500) is provided as a cover opening member (550), the restraint between the discharge cover (222) and the dustbin body (221) is released in the cover opening step (S20). That is, when the cover support unit (140) rotates, the cover opening member (550) rotates in conjunction with the cover support frame (141) to press the lock lever (223), thereby releasing the restraint between the discharge cover (222) and the dustbin body (221).

[0374] Meanwhile, the discharge cover (222) from which the restraint has been released can be rotated away from the dust bin (220) by the elastic force of the torsion spring (222d), but can be controlled by contacting the cover support frame (141).

[0375] Meanwhile, in this embodiment, the control unit (400) can operate the cover control motor (142) in the forward direction after a preset time has elapsed after receiving a signal that the dustbin (220) has been combined.

[0376] With this configuration, there is no need to wait for the time required to release the restraint between the discharge cover (222) and the dustbin body (221) before opening the cover support frame (141) in the cover opening step (S20). When the cover control motor (142) is operated after the cleaner (200) is coupled to the coupling part (120), the discharge cover (222) and the cover support frame (141) can be opened at similar times. Accordingly, it is possible to prevent the cover support frame (141) from rotating first and the discharge cover (222) from suddenly opening due to the restoring force of the torsion spring (222d) while the dust passage hole (121a) is open, thereby causing the cover support frame (141) and the discharge cover (222) to collide strongly, or the cover support frame (141) from not opening even though the hook connection between the discharge cover (222) and the dust bin body (221) is released, thereby preventing the discharge cover (222) and the dust bin body (221) from being separated.

[0377] As a result, when the cover opening step (S20) is performed, the cover support frame (141) rotates to open the dust passage hole (121a), and the discharge cover (222) of the dust bin (220) rotates to open the space inside the dust bin body (221), so that the internal space of the dust bin (220) and the flow path (180) of the cleaner station (100) (specifically, the first flow path (181)) can be connected.

[0378] Meanwhile, when the cover control sensor (144) detects the second sensing protrusion (1431cb), it can transmit a signal corresponding thereto. Accordingly, the control unit (400) can determine that the cover support frame (141) is open and stop the operation of the cover control motor (142).

[0379] Alternatively, depending on the embodiment, the control unit (400) may operate the cover control motor (142) for a preset period of time. For example, the control unit (400) may operate the cover control motor (142) in the forward direction for a period of 5 seconds or more and 7 seconds or less, and then stop the operation of the cover control motor (142).

[0380] Alternatively, according to an embodiment, the control unit (400) may detect the load of the cover control motor (142) when the link (143) comes into contact with the link stopper (115) and stop the operation of the cover control motor (142).

[0381] At this time, the control unit (400) can enter the dust collection stage (S30).

[0382] In the dust collection stage (S30), the dust collection motor (191) can be operated to collect dust inside the dust bin (220).

[0383] For example, the control unit (400) can continue to operate the dust collection motor (191) after the cover opening step (S20).

[0384] In the dust collection step (S30), the control unit (400) can operate the dust collection motor (191) to rotate at a preset dust collection speed for a preset dust collection time. For example, in the dust collection step (S30), after determining that the cover support frame (141) is opened, the control unit (400) can operate the dust collection motor (191) to rotate at the dust collection speed for a time of 5 seconds or more and 9 seconds or less, but is not limited thereto, and the dust collection time can be changed and set depending on the output of the dust collection motor (191) and the amount of dust stored inside the dust bin (220).

[0385] According to the dust collection step (S30), dust inside the dust bin (220) can pass through the dust passage hole (121a) and the passage part (180) and be collected in the dust collection part (170). Therefore, the user can remove dust inside the dust bin (220) without any separate operation, thereby providing user convenience.

[0386] Meanwhile, the control method of the cleaner station according to one embodiment of the present invention may further include a cover closing step (S40) of rotating the cover support frame (141) to block the dust passage hole (121a) after the operation of the dust collecting motor (191) is terminated. That is, in the cover closing step (S40), when the operation of the dust collecting motor (191) is terminated, the link (143) may be rotated again.

[0387] In the cover closing step (S40), the control unit (400) can operate the cover control motor (142) in the opposite direction to the operating direction of the cover control motor (142) in the cover opening step (S20).

[0388] Specifically, in the cover opening step (S20), the first link (1431) is caught by the second link stopper (115b), and the cover control sensor (144) detects the second sensing protrusion (1431cb), thereby stopping the operation of the cover control motor (142) that was operating in the forward direction. Thereafter, in the cover closing step (S40), the cover control motor (142) is operated in the reverse direction.

[0389] That is, in the cover closing step (S40), the control unit (400) can change the rotation direction of the shaft of the cover control motor (142).

[0390] For example, the control unit (400) can operate the cover control motor (142) in the reverse direction to rotate the cover support frame (141) after the operation of the dust collection motor (191) is terminated.

[0391] Specifically, the control unit (400) can operate the cover control motor (142) in the reverse direction to rotate the first link (1431) downward after the operation of the dust collection motor (191) is terminated. At this time, the first link (1431) can lower one side of the second link (1432), and the other side of the second link (1432) can lower the cover support frame (141). As a result, the cover support frame (141) can close the dust passage hole (121a) while rotating. That is, in the cover closing step (S40), the control unit (400) can rotate the cover support frame (141) to close the dust passage hole (121a).

[0392] At this time, if the cover control sensor (144) detects the first sensing protrusion (1431ca), a signal can be transmitted accordingly. Accordingly, the control unit (400) can determine that the cover support frame (141) has closed the dust passage hole (121a) and can stop the operation of the cover control motor (142).

[0393] Alternatively, depending on the embodiment, the control unit (400) may operate the cover control motor (142) for a preset period of time. For example, the control unit (400) may operate the cover control motor (142) in the reverse direction for a period of 5 seconds or more and 7 seconds or less, and then stop the operation of the cover control motor (142).

[0394] Accordingly, according to the present invention, the control unit (400) can control the movement of the cover support frame (141) precisely by switching the operating direction of the cover control motor (142) when the first link (1431) is caught by the link stopper (115) without using an encoder or the like, thereby controlling the discharge cover (222).

[0395] In addition, according to the present invention, the cover support frame (141) is moved together with the operation of the dust collecting motor (191) to open the discharge cover (222) of the dust bin, and the discharge cover (222) is closed together with the end of the operation of the dust collecting motor (191), thereby reducing the time required for dust collection for the dust bin (220).

[0396] Although the present invention has been described in detail through specific examples, this is for the purpose of specifically explaining the present invention, and the present invention is not limited thereto, and it is clear that the present invention can be modified or improved by a person having ordinary knowledge in the relevant field within the technical spirit of the present invention.

[0397] All simple modifications or changes of the present invention fall within the scope of the present invention, and the specific scope of protection of the present invention will be made clear by the appended claims.

Claims

1. Housing; A coupling part disposed in the housing and to which at least a portion of the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner is coupled; A dust collection unit accommodated inside the housing and capturing dust inside the dust bin; A dust collecting motor that generates a suction force to suck up dust inside the dust bin; A cover support unit for closing the discharge cover of the above dust bin; and A cover opening unit for opening the above discharge cover is included; The above cover opening unit is, A cleaner station characterized in that it operates when the cover support unit is rotated.

2. In paragraph 1, The above cover opening unit is, A cleaner station that opens the discharge cover by rotating the locking lever of the dust bin when the cover support unit is rotated.

3. In paragraph 2, The above cover opening unit is, A cleaner station including a cover opening member rotatably installed in the above-mentioned joint and rotating in conjunction with the cover support unit.

4. In paragraph 3, The above cover opening member is, When the above cover support unit closes the discharge cover, it is placed within the receiving portion formed in the joining portion, A cleaner station that protrudes from the receiving portion and presses the locking lever when the cover support unit rotates.

5. In paragraph 3, The above cover opening unit is, Further comprising: an elastic body installed in the cover opening member and the housing to provide elastic support to the cover opening member; The above cover opening member is, A cleaner station characterized in that the lock lever is pressed by the elastic support force of the elastic body when the cover support unit rotates.

6. In paragraph 5, The above elastic body is, A cleaner station characterized in that the cover support unit is deformed when the discharge cover is closed.

7. In paragraph 3, The above cover opening member is, A cleaner station characterized in that when the cover support unit rotates, one end is pressurized and rotates, and when the cover support unit rotates, the other end presses the lock lever.

8. In paragraph 7, A cleaner station, characterized in that when the cover support unit closes the discharge cover, an end of the cover support unit is located between one end and the other end of the cover opening member.

9. In paragraph 3, The above cover opening member is, An operating projection that interlocks with the cover support unit when the cover support unit rotates; and A cleaner station characterized by comprising a pressurizing portion that pressurizes the locking lever when rotating.

10. In paragraph 1, The above cover support unit, A cleaner station characterized by including a cover support frame rotatably coupled to the above-described joint and rotating toward the inside of the housing to operate the cover opening unit.

11. In Article 10, The above cover support frame, A cleaner station characterized by having a support end that supports the cover opening unit when the discharge cover is closed.

12. In paragraph 1, The above dustbin is, A dustbin body in which dust is stored inside and the internal space is opened and closed by the discharge cover; and A cleaner station including a locking lever which, when pressurized by the cover opening unit, rotates to release the connection between the discharge cover and the dustbin body.

13. In paragraph 12, The direction in which the above cover opening unit presses the above lock lever is: A vacuum cleaner station characterized by intersecting the longitudinal direction of the dustbin.

14. Housing; A coupling part disposed in the housing and to which at least a portion of the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner is coupled; A dust collection unit accommodated inside the housing and capturing dust inside the dust bin; A dust collecting motor that generates a suction force to suck up dust inside the dust bin; and It includes a cover opening unit provided in a protruding form from the coupling part to pressurize the locking lever of the dustbin; A cleaner station characterized in that when at least a portion of the dust bin is coupled to the coupling portion, the locking lever is pressed by the cover opening unit so that the coupling between the dust bin and the discharge cover is released.

15. In paragraph 14, Further comprising a cover support unit for closing the discharge cover of the above dust bin; The above discharge cover, A cleaner station characterized in that when the cover opening unit is operated, the dust bin is disengaged but is supported by the cover support unit to maintain the dust bin in a sealed state.

16. In paragraph 14, The above cover opening unit is, A cleaner station including a protrusion formed by protruding from the above joint and positioned below the gravity direction of the lock lever.

17. A vacuum cleaner including a suction unit having a suction path formed through which air can flow, a suction motor generating a suction force to suck air along the suction unit, a dust separation unit separating dust from air drawn in through the suction unit, and a dust bin storing dust separated through the dust separation unit; and A cleaner station including a coupling part to which the dust bin is coupled, a dust collection part in which dust inside the dust bin is collected, a dust collection motor that generates a suction force to suck dust inside the dust bin into the dust collection part, and a housing that accommodates the dust collection part; The above cleaning station is, It further includes a cover opening unit for opening the above dustbin; The above cover opening unit is, A vacuum cleaner system characterized in that when the cover support unit that closes the discharge cover of the dust bin rotates, the locking lever of the dust bin is pressed to open the dust bin.

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