Clothing treatment apparatus

Abstract

The present invention relates to a clothing treatment apparatus. The clothing treatment apparatus according to the present invention includes: an insertion part into which clothes are inserted; a loading plate on which the clothes inserted through the insertion part are seated; and an inner paper supply module which supplies a sheet of inner paper having a folding line formed therein to the clothes seated on the loading plate. The inner paper supply module may include: an inner paper chamber in which sheets of inner paper are accommodated and the inner paper is discharged through a discharge part formed on one side thereof; a feeding guide part having a transfer passage through which the inner paper discharged from the discharge part is transferred; and a rotating part which is rotatably coupled to the feeding guide part, and seats, on the clothes, the inner paper transferred through the transfer passage.

Description

Garment processing device

[0001] The present invention relates to a garment treatment device.

[0002]

[0003] Clothing is made of soft materials such as natural or synthetic fibers, and must be folded into an appropriate size and shape for storage and transportation.

[0004] In daily life, folding clothes is required quite frequently or in large quantities for storage after washing or for long-term storage according to seasonal changes.

[0005] However, the direct folding of clothing by human hands resulted in a waste of time and resources, and there were problems such as additional labor being required for display or storage when the shape and size of the folded clothing did not match due to unskilled personnel.

[0006] Accordingly, the need for automatic folding machines that can quickly and uniformly perform garment folding operations has gradually increased.

[0007] To solve these problems, Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2023-0063685 discloses a structure that reduces the overall number of bars for folding clothes and the number of motors for driving them, and simplifies the movement path of the folding arm to reduce the overall volume of the clothes folding machine.

[0008] At this time, clothing such as shirts are usually displayed in stores in multiple layers and sold to buyers, so multiple shirts must be able to maintain a certain shape.

[0009] Since consumers decide whether to purchase a shirt on display after checking the texture of the fabric, the design of the shirt, and the sewing condition, if the folds of the displayed shirts are irregular or uneven, it can reduce consumers' desire to purchase.

[0010] In addition, when folding clothes at home or in a laundry facility, if the folded clothes do not have a consistent shape or do not maintain their volume, consumer satisfaction with the folded clothes decreases, and there is a problem that the folded clothes are difficult to transport and store.

[0011] Therefore, in order to maintain a certain shape when folding a garment such as a shirt, it is necessary to place an inner lining on the inside of the garment to support the folded garment.

[0012] However, there is a problem in that the clothing folding machine disclosed in the above-mentioned prior art only discloses a function for folding loaded clothing, and does not disclose a function for maintaining the shape of folded clothing.

[0013]

[0014] The present invention was created to improve the above-mentioned conventional problems, and the object of the present invention is to provide a garment processing device that can maintain the shape of folded garments by supplying an inner layer on the garments when folding garments that are prone to wrinkles or creases, such as sweaters, shirts, and knits.

[0015] In addition, when the present invention is used at home, the present invention aims to provide a garment handling device that can increase consumer satisfaction with folded garments by maintaining the shape of folded garments in a constant manner.

[0016] In addition, when the present invention is used in a laundry facility, the present invention aims to provide a clothing handling device that can facilitate transportation and storage of folded clothing by maintaining the shape of the folded clothing in a constant manner.

[0017] In addition, the present invention aims to provide a clothing processing device that can minimize fold marks that may occur when folding clothing by maintaining the shape of folded clothing in a constant manner.

[0018] In addition, the present invention aims to provide a garment handling device capable of automating the folding of garments and the supply of lining by supplying lining to the garments after the garments are loaded and then folding the garments after the lining is supplied.

[0019] In addition, the present invention aims to provide a garment handling device capable of automating the folding of garments and the supply of lining by supplying lining to the garments after the garments are loaded and then folding the garments after the lining is supplied.

[0020] In addition, the present invention aims to provide a garment processing device capable of preventing garment folding components from interfering with the rotating portion by rotating the rotating portion, which is a component that supplies the inner lining to the garment, inward when the garment folding operation is performed.

[0021] In addition, the present invention aims to provide a garment processing device in which, when a task of supplying lining to garments is performed, the lining can be accurately placed on the garments by rotating the rotating part outward so that the rotating part is positioned close to the garments.

[0022]

[0023] In order to solve the above-described problem, a garment treatment device according to the present invention includes an inlet portion into which garments are introduced; a loading plate on which the garments introduced through the inlet portion are placed; and an inner sheet supply module for supplying an inner sheet having a folding line formed thereon to the garments placed on the loading plate; wherein the inner sheet supply module may include an inner sheet chamber in which the inner sheet is received and the inner sheet is discharged through a discharge portion formed on one side; a feeding guide portion having a conveying passage through which the inner sheet discharged from the discharge portion is conveyed; and a rotating portion rotatably coupled to the feeding guide portion and for placing the inner sheet conveyed through the conveying passage on the garment.

[0024] The above-mentioned paper supply module may further include a discharge roller that moves the paper received in the paper chamber one by one to the discharge unit.

[0025] The above-mentioned paper supply module may further include a guide member disposed in the paper chamber and guiding the paper moved by the discharge roller to the discharge portion.

[0026] The above-mentioned insert chamber includes an insert mounting surface on which the insert is mounted; and the gap between the guide member and the insert mounting surface may become smaller as it moves toward the discharge portion.

[0027] The above-mentioned feeding guide unit may include a transfer roller that moves the paper to the rotating unit.

[0028] The above-mentioned transport rollers are provided in multiple numbers, and each of the above-mentioned transport rollers is connected to each other by a belt and can rotate together.

[0029] The above rotating part may include a discharge passage that guides the inner material conveyed from the conveying passage to the loading plate; and a supply roller that feeds the inner material moved through the discharge passage into the garment.

[0030] The above supply roller and the plurality of above conveying rollers are connected to each other by a belt and can rotate together.

[0031] The above-mentioned chamber can be arranged in parallel with the loading plate at a predetermined distance apart.

[0032] The above-mentioned loading chamber can be arranged at an angle with respect to the loading plate.

[0033] The above folding line can be formed in a direction intersecting the direction in which the clothing is introduced.

[0034] The above folding lines may be formed as a pair spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance along the direction in which the clothing is introduced.

[0035] A pair of the above folding lines can be arranged parallel to each other.

[0036] A portion of the above folding line may be formed by penetrating the above-mentioned paper.

[0037]

[0038] As described above, the garment treatment device according to the present invention has the effect of maintaining the shape of folded garments in a constant state with the lining secured by supplying lining to the garments when folding garments that are prone to wrinkles or creases, such as sweaters, shirts, and knits.

[0039] In addition, when the present invention is used at home, the present invention has the effect of increasing consumer satisfaction with folded clothing by maintaining the shape of the folded clothing constant.

[0040] In addition, when the present invention is used in a laundry facility, the present invention has the effect of facilitating transportation and storage of folded clothing by maintaining the shape of the folded clothing in a constant state.

[0041] In addition, the present invention has the effect of minimizing the creases that may occur when folding clothing by maintaining the shape of folded clothing in a constant manner.

[0042] In addition, the present invention has the effect of automating the folding of clothing and the supply of lining, since it supplies lining to clothing after the clothing is loaded, and performs the work of folding the clothing after the lining is supplied.

[0043] In addition, the present invention has the effect of preventing the folding arm, guide arm, and folding bar that fold the clothes from interfering with the rotating part by rotating the rotating part, which is a component that supplies the inner material to the clothes, inward when the work of folding the clothes is performed.

[0044] In addition, the present invention has the effect of allowing the lining to be accurately placed on the clothing by rotating the rotating part outward so that the outlet of the discharge passage, which is a configuration through which the lining is discharged, is positioned close to the loading plate when the work of supplying the lining to the clothing is performed.

[0045]

[0046] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of a garment treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0047] Figure 2 is a side view of Figure 1.

[0048] Figures 3 to 5 are drawings for explaining the basic configuration of a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0049] FIGS. 6 and 7 are drawings for explaining a folding arm in a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0050] FIGS. 8 to 10 are drawings for explaining a chain assembly in a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0051] FIG. 11a and FIG. 11b are drawings for explaining a process of loading clothes by a loading unit in a clothes folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] FIG. 12 is a drawing for explaining a process of performing hem folding in a garment folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0053] FIG. 13 is a drawing for explaining the movement of the folding arm and the guide arm after hem folding in a garment folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0054] FIG. 14 and FIG. 15 are drawings for explaining the process of a folding arm supporting clothing during vertical folding in a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] FIGS. 16 and 17 are drawings for explaining the configuration of a folding arm and a folding bar for vertical folding in a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] FIG. 18 and FIG. 19 are drawings for explaining the process of a folding bar performing vertical folding in a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0057] Figure 20 is a schematic diagram illustrating the process of vertically folding clothing.

[0058] FIG. 21 and FIG. 22 are drawings for explaining the position of the folding arm in a state of preparing for horizontal folding in a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] FIG. 23 is a drawing for explaining the movement of a folding arm for horizontal folding in a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0060] FIG. 24 is a block diagram for explaining a control configuration in a garment folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0061] Figure 25 is a flowchart for explaining a control method of a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0062] Figure 26 is a perspective view of a feed supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0063] Figure 27 is a bottom perspective view showing the bottom side of the feed supply module illustrated in Figure 26.

[0064] Fig. 28 is an exploded perspective view showing a part of the configuration of the feed supply module illustrated in Fig. 26.

[0065] Figure 29 is a top perspective view illustrating a partial configuration of a feed supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0066] Figure 30 is an enlarged view illustrating the outlet portion of the inner container according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0067] Fig. 31 is a perspective view for explaining the internal structure of a feed supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0068] Figure 32 is a side view of Figure 31.

[0069] FIG. 33 is a drawing of the feed supply module illustrated in FIG. 32 with some of the components removed to explain a transport passage according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0070] Figure 34 is a perspective view showing a state in which the rotating part of the feed module illustrated in Figure 31 has rotated inward.

[0071] Figure 35 is a side view of Figure 34.

[0072] FIG. 36 is a drawing of the feed supply module illustrated in FIG. 35 with some of the components removed to explain a transport passage according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0073] Figures 37a to 37c are drawings showing a process in which paper is transported by a paper supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0074] Figure 38 is a rear view of a feed supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention, with a portion of the housing removed.

[0075] Figure 39 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a discharge section of a feed supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0076] Figure 40 is a perspective view illustrating a supply roller according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0077] Fig. 41 is a perspective view showing a state in which a rotating part is rotated outward in a clothing treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0078] Figure 42 is a perspective view showing a state in which an inner lining is supplied to clothing according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0079] Figure 43 is a plan view of a paper according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0080] Figure 44 is a schematic diagram illustrating a process of vertically folding a garment after a lining is placed on the garment according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0081] Figure 45 is a perspective view showing a folded state of a paper according to an embodiment of the present invention with a folding line as a folding line.

[0082] Fig. 46 is a perspective view showing a folded state of clothing with the lining secured to the clothing according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0083]

[0084] Hereinafter, a preferred embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

[0085] 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.

[0086] When describing the present invention, terms such as "first" and "second" may be used to describe various components. However, these components may not be limited by these terms. These terms are used solely to distinguish one component from another. For example, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the first component could be referred to as the "second component," and similarly, the second component could also be referred to as the "first component."

[0087] The term "and / or" may include any combination of multiple related listed items or any one of multiple related listed items.

[0088] When a component is referred to as being "connected" or "connected" to another component, it can be understood that it is directly connected or connected to that other component, but that there may be other components in between. Conversely, when a component is referred to as being "directly connected" or "connected" to another component, it can be understood that there are no other components in between.

[0089] The terminology used in this application is solely for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and is not intended to limit the present invention. Singular expressions may include plural expressions, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0090] In this application, terms such as “include” or “have” are intended to specify the presence of a feature, number, step, operation, component, part or combination thereof described in the specification, and can be understood as not excluding in advance the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts or combinations thereof.

[0091] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. Terms defined in commonly used dictionaries, such as those defined in the present application, may be interpreted to have a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant technology, and, unless explicitly defined herein, may not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense.

[0092] In addition, the following examples are provided to more completely explain to a person having average knowledge in the art, and the shapes and sizes of elements in the drawings may be exaggerated for clearer explanation.

[0093]

[0094] FIG. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a garment processing device according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 illustrates a side view of FIG. 1, FIGS. 3 to 5 illustrate drawings for explaining the basic configuration of a garment folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIGS. 6 and 7 illustrate drawings for explaining a folding arm in a garment folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIGS. 8 to 10 illustrate drawings for explaining a chain assembly in a garment folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0095] Hereinafter, a clothing treatment device according to the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 10.

[0096] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 10, a garment processing device (1) according to the present invention includes a garment folding machine (10) and a lining supply module (600).

[0097] At this time, the clothing folding machine (10) according to the present invention includes a frame part (100) and a loading part (200).

[0098] The frame part (100) functions as an external skeleton of the garment processing device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention, and the frame part (100) is arranged on the outer edge side of the garment folding machine (10) to define the minimum operating space of the garment folding machine (10) and stably support various components constituting the garment folding machine (10).

[0099] In more detail, the frame portion (100) includes an upper frame (110), a lower plate (120), a horizontal frame (130), and a vertical frame (140).

[0100] For reference, the clothing folding machine (10) according to the present embodiment can define the direction based on the state in which the frame part (100) is erected on the ground. For example, the direction in which clothing is introduced can be referred to as the front or front based on the internal operating space surrounded by the frame part (100) and its virtual vertical line, and the direction opposite to the front or front based on the internal operating space can be referred to as the rear or back. In addition, when looking at the direction in which clothing is introduced from the internal operating space, the right direction can be referred to as the right, and the left direction can be referred to as the left. In addition, when the clothing folding machine (10) is erected on the ground, the direction closer to the ground can be referred to as the lower side, and the direction farther from the ground can be referred to as the upper side.

[0101] The upper frame (110) is horizontally placed on the top of the clothing folding machine (10), and the upper operating space of the clothing folding machine (10) can be defined by the upper frame (110).

[0102] For example, the upper frame (111) may include a first upper frame (111) positioned at the front of the clothing folding machine (10), a second upper frame (112) positioned at the rear of the clothing folding machine (10), and a third upper frame (113) and a fourth upper frame (114) connecting the first upper frame (111) and the second upper frame (112).

[0103] The lower plate (120) can be horizontally placed at the bottom of the garment folding machine (10), and the lower operating space of the garment folding machine (10) can be defined by the lower plate (120) while supporting the garment folding machine (10) from the floor surface (ground).

[0104] The horizontal frame (130) can be horizontally arranged between the upper frame (110) and the lower plate (120). A loading unit (200), a folding unit (300), and an unloading unit (400), which will be described later, can be mounted and supported on the horizontal frame (130), respectively. For example, the horizontal frame (130) can include a first horizontal frame (131) arranged in front of the garment folding machine (10), a second horizontal frame (132) arranged in the rear of the garment folding machine (10), and a third horizontal frame (133) and a fourth horizontal frame (134) connecting the first horizontal frame (131) and the second horizontal frame (132).

[0105] Meanwhile, the vertical frame (140) includes a first vertical frame (141) and a third vertical frame (143) arranged in front where clothes are inserted, and a second vertical frame (142) and a fourth vertical frame (144) arranged opposite to these and defining a rear operating space of the clothes folding machine (10).

[0106] A finishing cover (not shown) can be stably attached to the outer surface of the frame portion (100), and the finishing cover forms the exterior of the garment folding machine (10) and serves to protect the components arranged inside. In addition, the front portion of the finishing cover may be provided with an input portion (not shown) for inputting a control command from a user, a display portion (D) for visually conveying information on the operating status of the garment folding machine (10) to the user, and an alarm portion (A) for audibly conveying information on the operating status of the garment folding machine (10) to the user.

[0107] In this way, by providing the frame portion (100), the folding portion (300) to be described later is supported so that the folding function of the clothing can be smoothly performed, thereby saving the required space and reducing the overall volume of the clothing folding machine (10).

[0108]

[0109] Meanwhile, the clothing folding machine (10) includes a loading unit (200), a folding unit (300), and an unloading unit (400).

[0110] The loading section (200), the folding section (300), and the unloading section (400) can each be supported by the aforementioned frame section (100), and the operating space of the loading section (200), the folding section (300), and the unloading section (400) can be defined by the frame section (100).

[0111] For example, the operating space of the loading unit (200) and the folding unit (300) can be defined as the space between the horizontal frame (130) and the upper frame (110), and the operating space of the unloading unit (400) can be defined as the space between the horizontal frame (130) and the lower plate (120).

[0112] The loading section (200) performs the function of loading clothes. The loading section (200) functions to load clothes loaded into the loading section (210) at a predetermined position on the upper surface of the loading plate (310).

[0113] Here, clothing refers to upper garments made of natural or synthetic fibers that can be worn by humans, as well as all items that can be folded into a desired size and thickness using a clothing folding machine (10), such as lower garments, towels, or blankets.

[0114] For example, the loading section (200) includes a clip assembly (220) that grips clothing loaded along the inlet section (210).

[0115] Figures 3 to 5 illustrate a clip assembly (220) configured to hold clothing at two locations. The present invention is not limited thereto, but for convenience, the clip assembly (220) that holds clothing at two locations as illustrated will be described as a reference.

[0116] The gripping force of the clip assembly (220) can be generated through an electromagnetic driving element (not shown). Any means known in the art, such as an electric motor or a solenoid, can be used as the electromagnetic driving element.

[0117] The clip assembly (220) may be equipped with a clip sensor (not shown) that automatically detects when the clothing (C) to be gripped enters the gripping position inside the clip assembly (220). Accordingly, when it is confirmed through the clip sensor that the clothing (C) has entered the gripping position, the aforementioned electromagnetic driving member is operated to close the clip assembly (220), thereby automatically gripping the clothing (C).

[0118] Meanwhile, another method in which the user operates the aforementioned electromagnetic driving member through an input means such as an operation start button, a touch screen, etc. after the user inserts the clothing (C) into the grip position inside the clip assembly (220) may also be applied.

[0119] When the garment is completely folded at the first position corresponding to the initial position, the clip assembly (220) moves backwards a predetermined distance while holding the garment, pulling the garment into the interior of the garment folding machine (10) to move to the second position corresponding to the loading position on the upper surface of the loading plate (310), and is configured to release the fold when the movement to the second position is completed.

[0120] Accordingly, when the phagnum of the clothing (C) is completed by closing the clip assembly (220), the operation of the loading motor (ML) is initiated and the clip assembly (220) is moved to a second position further rearward than the first position described above and then stopped.

[0121] Additionally, after the garment is released, the clip assembly (220) is additionally moved to a third position, which is a position further rearward than the second position, and when the clip assembly (220) reaches the third position, the folding part (300) is activated.

[0122] The loading unit (200) includes a loading unit motor (ML) that generates power for forward and backward movement of the clip assembly (220). For example, the loading unit motor (ML) is fixed to the clip assembly (220) and a pinion gear connected to the output shaft of the loading unit motor (ML) meshes with a linear gear fixed to the frame (230) of the loading unit (200), so that the rotational power of the loading unit motor (ML) can be converted into forward and backward linear motion power.

[0123] The loading motor (ML) in the illustrated embodiment is configured to move together with the clip assembly (220). That is, the loading motor (ML) is connected to the clip assembly (220), and a pinion gear (not shown) is provided on the output shaft of the loading motor (ML).

[0124] Additionally, the frame (230) is equipped with a rack gear (not shown) that engages the pinion gear. Therefore, when current is supplied to the unloading motor to initiate operation, the pinion gear rotates and moves in a straight line along the length of the rack gear.

[0125] However, the motion conversion method using a pinion gear and rack gear is merely exemplary, and it can be considered to be applicable without limitation to any means that can convert the rotation of the loading motor (ML) into the linear reciprocating motion of the clip assembly (220).

[0126] Meanwhile, a clip position detection sensor (SL) for specifying the first to third positions described above is provided in the frame (230) of the loading unit (200). More specifically, the clip position detection sensor (SL) includes an initial position detection sensor (SL1) for detecting that the clip assembly (220) is in the first position, a clip open position detection sensor (SL2) for detecting that the clip assembly (220) is in the second position, and a stop position detection sensor (SL3) for detecting that the clip assembly (220) is in the third position.

[0127] Meanwhile, the loading unit (200) of the present invention may further include a clothing detection sensor (SC) that detects whether clothing is present on the inlet unit (210). For example, the clothing detection sensor (SC) may be positioned at the rear of the inlet unit (210) to detect whether the rear end of the clothing remains on the inlet unit (210).

[0128] With this configuration, the clothing folding machine (10) of the present invention can determine whether the length of the clothing is longer than a predetermined length through the clothing detection sensor (SC), and can perform a hem folding function if the length of the clothing is longer than the predetermined length.

[0129]

[0130] The folding section (300) performs the function of folding clothing introduced through the loading section (200).

[0131] More specifically, the folding unit (300) includes a loading plate (310), a first folding arm (320), a second folding arm (330), a first guide arm (340), a second guide arm (350), a first folding bar (360), a second folding bar (370), a folding plate (380), and a support plate (390) to fold clothing introduced through the loading unit (200) into a certain size and shape.

[0132] The loading plate (310) can be used to land clothing introduced through the loading section (200). For example, the loading plate (310) can be formed in a flat shape, and the lower surface of the loading plate (310) can be supported by a support plate (390).

[0133] With this configuration, clothing can be placed on the loading plate (310), and the first folding arm (320), the second folding arm (330), the first guide arm (340), the second guide arm (350), the first folding bar (360), the second folding bar (370), and the folding plate (380) can be operated to fold the clothing.

[0134] The loading plate (310) may be movable depending on the embodiment. For example, the loading plate (310) may be moved forward and backward according to the operation of the conveyor (410). In another example, the loading plate (310) may be rotated to form an incline with respect to the ground. With this configuration, clothing folded by the folding unit (300) may be unloaded.

[0135]

[0136] The folding arms (320, 330) may be arranged on the front side of the garment folding machine (10). Specifically, the folding arms (320, 330) may be arranged in pairs in parallel on the front side of the garment folding machine (10). For example, the folding arms (320, 330) may include a first folding arm (320) arranged on the front left side of the garment folding machine (10) and a second folding arm (330) arranged on the front right side of the garment folding machine (10).

[0137] The first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330) can move linearly along the direction in which the garment is introduced (hereinafter, referred to as the "first direction") to push and fold the garment. Here, the linear movement may mean moving while extending in length from the front of the garment folding machine (10) toward the rear along the first direction.

[0138] The folding arm (320, 330) includes a chain housing (321, 331), a chain gear (322, 332), a chain assembly (323, 333), a plurality of moving rails (324, 325, 334, 335), a chain spring (326, 336), a chain drive motor (MC1, MC2), and a plurality of moving motors (M1, M2, M3, M4).

[0139] Specifically, the first folding arm (320) includes a first chain housing (321), a first chain gear (322), a chain assembly (323), a first moving rail (324), a second moving rail (325), a first chain spring (326), a first chain drive motor (MC1), a first moving motor (M1), and a second moving motor (M2).

[0140] The first chain housing (321) may be placed on the front side of the garment folding machine (10). The first chain housing (321) may be provided with a first chain gear (322), and a chain assembly (323) may be movably accommodated therein. For example, a guide groove may be formed inside the first chain housing (321) to guide the movement of the chain assembly (323).

[0141] With this configuration, before the first chain drive motor (MC1) is operated, the chain assembly (323) can be accommodated within the first chain housing (321). Then, when the first chain drive motor (MC1) is operated, the chain assembly (323) can be extended in the first direction from the first chain housing (321).

[0142] The first chain gear (322) is provided in the first chain housing (321) and can be connected to the first chain drive motor (MC1) to receive power. The first chain gear (322) is meshed with the chain assembly (323) and can move the chain assembly (323) using the power received from the first chain drive motor (MC1).

[0143] The first folding arm (320) may include a plurality of chains (3231, 3232). Here, the plurality of chains (3231, 3232) may be mutually coupled to form a single chain assembly (323). Specifically, the plurality of chains (3231, 3232) may be hinge-coupled to each other and may rotate relative to each other. Accordingly, the overall length of the chain assembly (323) may decrease when the chains (3231, 3232) are rolled (wound) around each other, and the overall length may increase when the chains (3231, 3232) are unrolled along the first direction (forward-backward direction). Accordingly, the length of the chain assembly (323) may change depending on the relative rotation between the chains (3231, 3232).

[0144] With this configuration, the first folding arm (320) can push and fold the clothing while extending in the first direction.

[0145] Meanwhile, the chains (3231, 3232) include a tip chain (3231) and a connecting chain (3232). The tip chain (3231) is arranged at the tip of the chain assembly (323) and can apply a force to push the clothing. In addition, the connecting chain (3232) can be rotatably coupled to the tip chain (3231) or another connecting chain (3232). Therefore, the chain assembly (323) can be in the form of an arm having a predetermined length, in which the tip chain (3231) is arranged at the tip, and a plurality of connecting chains (3232) are sequentially coupled thereto along a first direction.

[0146] Here, the term "leading end" may refer to an end in the direction in which the length of the chain assembly (323) increases, that is, toward the rear of the clothing folding machine (10), based on the time when the first chain drive motor (MC1) is operated and the length of the chain assembly (323) increases. Accordingly, the leading end direction may refer to the direction in which the length of the chain assembly (323) increases, and the rear end direction may refer to the opposite direction to the leading end direction.

[0147] The tip chain (3231) is composed of a chain body (3231a), a tip roller (3231b), a hinge joint (3231c), a push portion (3231d), a stopper (3231e), a shaft (3231f), and a torsion spring (3231g).

[0148] The chain body (3231a) is formed in a block shape with a predetermined thickness. For example, based on the state in which the chain assembly (323) is extended toward the garment, the lower surface of the chain body (3231a) may be formed in a flat shape, and may be formed in a protruding shape with a predetermined angle of inclination or a predetermined curvature toward the upper side. Therefore, as illustrated in FIG. 7, when the chain body (3231a) is cut along the left and right directions, the cross-section may resemble a trapezoid or an arch shape with the upper end cut off. With this configuration, when the chain body (3231a) moves downward and presses the upper surface of the garment and turns the garment over (when folding vertically), the folded line of the garment can be neatly created.

[0149] The tip roller (3231b) is positioned at the tip of the chain body (3231a) and can come into contact with clothing or the folding plate (380). For example, the tip roller (3231b) may be formed in a cylindrical shape and positioned at the frontmost portion in the direction in which the length of the tip chain (3231) extends. With this configuration, when the length of the chain assembly (323) increases, it can come into contact with clothing or the folding plate (380) first.

[0150] The tip roller (3231b) can move in a rolling motion when the chain assembly (323) comes into contact with clothing or the folding plate (380). Therefore, even if the chain assembly (323) comes into relatively strong contact with clothing or the folding plate (380), the impact can be dispersed through the rolling motion, and damage to the clothing or the chain assembly (323) due to the impact can be prevented.

[0151] The hinge joint (3231c) may be formed in the form of a hole or groove in the chain body (3231a), and may accommodate a shaft (3231f) and a torsion spring (3231g) therein. The first hinge joint (3232b) of the connecting chain (3232) may be hinge-joined to the hinge joint (3231c). That is, the hinge joint (3231c) of the tip chain (3231a) may be joined to the first hinge joint (3232b) of the connecting chain (3232) by sharing a shaft (3231f). With this configuration, the tip chain (3231) and the connecting chain (3232) may be joined to each other so as to be able to rotate relative to each other.

[0152] The push part (3231d) is formed to protrude from the chain body (3231a) toward the rear of the clothing folding machine (10), and the leading roller (3231b) is rotatably coupled thereto.

[0153] The push portion (3231d) may be formed to protrude from the chain body (3231a), and the vertical thickness of the push portion (3231d) may be smaller than the vertical thickness of the chain body (3231a). With this configuration, when the chain assembly (323) is reduced, the volume of the chain assembly (323) can be minimized. In addition, when the chain assembly (323) is unfolded and its length increases, the force of the chain assembly (323) pressing against the clothing or folding plate (380) can be concentrated, thereby creating a neat folding line of the clothing.

[0154] The stopper (3231e) is formed as a section on the chain body (3231a) and can be supported by contact with the stopper (3232d) of the connecting chain (3232). Specifically, when the chain assembly (323) is unfolded and its length increases, the stopper (3231e) can stop the rotation of the leading chain (3231) and the connecting chain (3232) by contacting the stopper (3232d) of the connecting chain (3232). With this configuration, the chain assembly (323) can be maintained in an unfolded state.

[0155] The stopper (3231e) is formed to protrude from the chain body (3231a) toward the front of the clothing folding machine (10) and can be supported by coming into contact with the support jaw (3232e).

[0156] The stopper (3231e) is formed to protrude from the upper portion of the chain body (3231a), and the vertical thickness of the stopper (3231e) may be smaller than the vertical thickness of the chain body (3231a). When the chain assembly (323) is reduced with this configuration, the volume of the chain assembly (323) can be minimized.

[0157] The shaft (3231f) can be coupled to the hinge joint (3231c) and the first hinge joint (3232b). The shaft (3231f) can be an axis on which the leading chain (3231) and the connecting chain (3232) rotate relative to each other.

[0158] The torsion spring (3231g) is accommodated in the hinge joint (3231c) and arranged to surround the outer circumference of the shaft (3231f). The torsion spring (3231g) can apply a restoring force to the relative rotation of the leading chain (3231) and the connecting chain (3232). For example, the torsion spring (3231g) can apply an elastic force so that the leading chain (3231) and the connecting chain (3232) are unfolded. Therefore, when the leading chain (3231) and the connecting chain (3232) are rolled up, the restoring force can be applied in the direction in which the leading chain (3231) and the connecting chain (3232) are unfolded (in the direction in which the stopper (3231e) of the leading chain (3231) and the support jaw (3232e) of the connecting chain (3232) are brought closer to each other). With this configuration, when the first chain drive motor (MC1) is operated and the chain assembly (323) comes out of the first chain housing (321), the length of the chain assembly (323) can be extended as the leading chain (3231) and the connecting chain (3232) are spread out by the restoring force of the torsion spring (3231g).

[0159] The connecting chain (3232) is composed of a chain body (3232a), a first hinge joint (3232b), a second hinge joint (3232c), a push joint (3232d), a support jaw (3232e), a shaft (3232f), and a torsion spring (3232g).

[0160] The chain body (3232a) is formed in a block shape with a predetermined thickness. For example, based on the state in which the chain assembly (323) is extended toward the clothing, the lower surface of the chain body (3232a) may be formed in a flat shape, and may be formed in a shape that protrudes upward with a predetermined angle of inclination or a predetermined curvature. Accordingly, when the chain body (3232a) is cut along the left and right directions, the cross-section may resemble a trapezoid or an arch shape with the upper end cut off.

[0161] The first hinge joint (3232b) is formed to protrude from the chain body (3232a) and can be joined with the hinge joint (3231c) of the leading chain (3231) or the second hinge joint (3232c) of another connecting chain (3232) positioned at the front (in the direction in which the length extends). For example, the first hinge joint (3232b) can be formed in a cylindrical shape with a portion open.

[0162] The second hinge joint (3232c) may be formed in the form of a hole or groove in the chain body (3232a) and may accommodate a shaft (3232f) and a torsion spring (3232g) therein. The first hinge joint (3232b) of another connecting chain (3232) positioned at the rear may be hinge-joined to the second hinge joint (3232c). That is, a plurality of connecting chains (3232) that are connected in series may be connected to each other so as to be able to rotate relative to each other by sharing a shaft (3231f).

[0163] The stopper (3232d) is formed to protrude from the chain body (3232a) toward the front of the clothing folding machine (10) and can be supported by coming into contact with the support jaw (3232e).

[0164] The stopper (3232d) is formed to protrude from the upper portion of the chain body (3232a), and the vertical thickness of the stopper (3232d) may be smaller than the vertical thickness of the chain body (3232a). When the chain assembly (323) is reduced with this configuration, the volume of the chain assembly (323) can be minimized.

[0165] The support jaw (3232e) is formed as a step on the chain body (3232a) and can be supported by contact with the stopper (3231e, 3232d) of the front end chain (3231) or another connecting chain (3232) arranged at the front. Specifically, when the chain assembly (323) is unfolded and its length increases, the support jaw (3232e) can stop the rotation between the two chains by contacting the stopper (3231e, 3232d) of the front end chain (3231) or another connecting chain (3232) arranged at the front (in the direction of the front end). With this configuration, the chain assembly (323) can be maintained in an unfolded state. That is, the support jaw (3232e) of the connecting chain (3232) arranged in the rear direction is supported by contacting the stopper (3231e, 3232d) of the leading chain (3231) or connecting chain (3232) arranged in the forward direction, thereby maintaining the unfolded state (length-extended state) of the chain assembly (323).

[0166] The shaft (3232f) can be coupled to the first hinge joint (3232b) and the second hinge joint (3232c). The shaft (3231f) can be an axis on which two connecting chains (3232) rotate relative to each other.

[0167] The torsion spring (3232g) is accommodated in the second hinge joint (3232c) and is arranged to surround the outer circumference of the shaft (3232f). The torsion spring (3232g) can apply a restoring force to the relative rotation between the two connecting chains (3232). For example, the torsion spring (3232g) can apply an elastic force so that the two connecting chains (3232) spread out from each other. With this configuration, when the first chain drive motor (MC1) is operated and the chain assembly (323) comes out of the first chain housing (321), the length of the chain assembly (323) can be extended as the connecting chain (3232) spreads out by the restoring force of the torsion spring (3232g).

[0168] Meanwhile, the first folding arm (320) includes a first moving rail (324). The first moving rail (324) can be fixedly connected to a support plate (390). The first moving rail (324) can be connected to the first chain housing (321) so as to be relatively movable, and can receive power from the first moving motor (M1). The first moving rail (324) can guide the left-right movement of the first chain housing (321).

[0169] For example, a screw thread may be formed on the first moving rail (324), and a groove may be formed on the first chain housing (321) to accommodate the screw thread of the first moving rail (324). In addition, the first moving rail (324) may be connected to the first moving motor (M1) through at least one gear to receive power according to the operation of the first moving motor (M1). Therefore, when the first moving motor (M1) is operated, the first moving rail (324) may rotate, and the first chain housing (321) may move along the first moving rail (324).

[0170] Meanwhile, the first folding arm (320) includes a second moving rail (325). The second moving rail (325) can be fixedly connected to the lower plate (120). The second moving rail (325) can be connected to the first chain housing (321) and can receive power from the second moving motor (M2). The second moving rail (325) can guide the vertical movement of the first chain housing (321).

[0171] For example, a rack gear is formed on the second moving rail (325), and the second moving motor (M2) is connected through at least one gear that meshes with the rack gear, so that power can be transmitted according to the operation of the second moving motor (M2). Accordingly, when the second moving motor (M2) is operated, the second moving rail (325) moves, thereby moving the first chain housing (321) up or down.

[0172] Meanwhile, the upper and lower surfaces of the chain assembly (323) are wrapped with a film (F). That is, the film (F) is provided to wrap along the direction of change in the length of the chain assembly (323). For example, the film (F) of the first folding arm (320) is provided to wrap the chain assembly (323) along the front-back direction (first direction) of the clothing folding machine (10).

[0173] At this time, one end of the film (F) may be fixedly connected to the first chain housing (321), and the other end of the film (F) may be connected to the first chain spring (326) to be described later. With this configuration, the film (F) may transmit the elastic force of the first chain spring (326) to the chain assembly (323) and support the chain assembly (323).

[0174] The first folding arm (320) includes a first chain spring (326). The first chain spring (326) may be arranged on one side of the first chain housing (321). For example, the first chain spring (326) may be a spiral spring and may be arranged on the rear end of the first chain housing (321).

[0175] Accordingly, when the first chain drive motor (MC1) is operated and the chain assembly (323) is lengthened toward the rear side of the clothing folding machine (10) (along the first direction), the film (F) is released while wrapping around the upper and lower sides of the chain assembly (323), and can be lengthened together with the chain assembly (323). On the other hand, when the operation of the first chain drive motor (MC1) is terminated, the first chain spring (326) can pull the film (F) by the restoring force of the first chain spring (326), thereby pulling the chain assembly (323) toward the first chain housing (321).

[0176] Therefore, the first folding arm (320) of the present invention can slide in the left-right and up-down directions of the clothing folding machine (10), and can push the clothing or folding plate (380) by changing the length of the chain assembly (323).

[0177]

[0178] The second folding arm (330) includes a second chain housing (331), a second chain gear (332), a chain assembly (333), a third moving rail (334), a fourth moving rail (335), a second chain spring (336), a second chain drive motor (MC2), a third moving motor (M3), and a fourth moving motor (M4).

[0179] The second folding arm (330) can be arranged parallel to the first folding arm (320).

[0180] Meanwhile, except for the contents specifically described to avoid repeated explanation, the second folding arm (330) of the present invention can utilize the configuration and effect of the first folding arm (320).

[0181] That is, the second chain housing (331), the second chain gear (332), the chain assembly (333), the third moving rail (334), the fourth moving rail (335), the second chain spring (336), the second chain drive motor (MC2), the third moving motor (M3), and the fourth moving motor (M4) of the second folding arm (330) have the same structure and function as the first chain housing (321), the first chain gear (322), the chain assembly (323), the first moving rail (324), the second moving rail (325), the first chain spring (326), the first chain drive motor (MC1), the first moving motor (M1), and the second moving motor (M2) of the first folding arm (320), and thus can be used.

[0182] The second folding arm (330) can slide in the up-down or left-right directions simultaneously with the first folding arm (320). In addition, the second folding arm (330) can change the length of the chain assembly (323, 333) together with the first folding arm (320) to push the clothing or folding plate (380). At this time, when the second folding arm (330) and the first folding arm (320) move in the up-down direction, they move up or down together, whereas when the second folding arm (330) and the first folding arm (320) move in the left-right direction, they can move symmetrically to each other.

[0183]

[0184] The guide arms (340, 350) may be arranged on the left and right sides of the garment folding machine (10). For example, the guide arms (340, 350) may be arranged in pairs, one on each side of the garment folding machine (10). That is, the guide arms (340, 350) may include a first guide arm (340) arranged on the left side of the garment folding machine (10) and a second guide arm (350) arranged on the right side of the garment folding machine (10). Meanwhile, it is also possible for the first guide arm (340) to be arranged on the right side of the garment folding machine (10) and for the second guide arm (350) to be arranged on the left side of the garment folding machine (10).

[0185] The first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350) can move linearly along a second direction intersecting the first direction to guide the folding line of the garment. For example, the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350) can move linearly along a second direction perpendicular to the first direction to contact and support the garment.

[0186] The guide arm (340, 350) includes a guide chain housing (341, 351), a guide chain gear (342, 352), a chain assembly (343, 353), a plurality of moving rails (344, 345, 354, 355), a chain spring (346, 356), a chain drive motor (MC3, MC4), and a plurality of moving motors (M5, M6, M7, M8).

[0187] Specifically, the first guide arm (340) includes a first guide chain housing (341), a first guide chain gear (342), a chain assembly (343), a fifth moving rail (344), a sixth moving rail (345), a first guide chain spring (346), a first guide chain drive motor (MC3), a fifth moving motor (M5), and a sixth moving motor (M6).

[0188] The first guide chain housing (341) may be placed on one side in the left and right direction of the garment folding machine (10). The first guide chain housing (341) may be provided with a first guide chain gear (342), and a chain assembly (343) may be movably accommodated therein. For example, a guide groove may be formed inside the first guide chain housing (341) to guide the movement of the chain assembly (343).

[0189] Meanwhile, the first guide chain housing (341) may be shorter than the length of the first chain housing (321). This is because the chain assembly (323) accommodated in the first chain housing (321) must press and fix the entire length of the garment, whereas the chain assembly (343) accommodated in the first guide chain housing (341) presses and fixes only half of the width in the left-right direction of the garment.

[0190] The first guide chain gear (342) is provided in the first guide chain housing (341) and can be connected to the first guide chain driving motor (MC3) to receive power. The first guide chain gear (342) is meshed with the chain assembly (343) to move the chain assembly (343) using the power received from the first guide chain driving motor (MC3).

[0191] The first guide arm (340) may include a chain assembly (343) formed by interconnecting a plurality of chains.

[0192] Meanwhile, in order to avoid repetitive explanation, except for the part specifically describing the first guide arm (340), the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) has the same configuration and effect as the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320), and thus can be used.

[0193] The chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) may have an overall shorter length than the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320). This is because, during the process of folding clothes, the first guide arm (340) must operate faster than the first folding arm (320) to support the clothes, and therefore, the length by which the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) must extend is shorter than the length by which the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) must extend.

[0194] With this configuration, the first guide arm (340) can guide the folding line of the clothing while extending in the second direction.

[0195] Meanwhile, the first guide arm (340) includes a fifth moving rail (344). The fifth moving rail (344) can be fixedly connected to the lower plate (120). The fifth moving rail (344) can be connected to the first guide chain housing (341) so as to be relatively movable, and can receive power from the fifth moving motor (M5). The fifth moving rail (344) can guide the forward and backward movement of the first guide chain housing (341).

[0196] For example, a screw thread may be formed on the fifth moving rail (344), and a groove may be formed on the first guide chain housing (341) to accommodate the screw thread of the fifth moving rail (344). In addition, the fifth moving rail (344) may be connected to the fifth moving motor (M5) through at least one gear to receive power according to the operation of the fifth moving motor (M5).

[0197] Therefore, when the fifth movement motor (M5) is operated, the first guide movement rail (344) can rotate and move the first guide chain housing (341).

[0198] Meanwhile, the first guide arm (340) includes a sixth moving rail (345). The sixth moving rail (345) can be fixedly connected to the horizontal frame (130). The sixth moving rail (345) can be connected to the first guide chain housing (341) and can receive power from the sixth moving motor (M6). The sixth moving rail (345) can guide the vertical movement of the first guide chain housing (341).

[0199] For example, a rack gear is formed on the sixth moving rail (345), and is connected to the sixth moving motor (M6) through at least one gear that meshes with the rack gear, so that power can be transmitted according to the operation of the sixth moving motor (M6).

[0200] Therefore, when the sixth movement motor (M6) is operated, the sixth movement rail (345) can move and move the first guide chain housing (341).

[0201] Meanwhile, the upper and lower surfaces of the chain assembly (343) are wrapped with a film (F). That is, the film (F) is provided to wrap the chain assembly (343) along the left-right direction (second direction) of the clothing folding machine (10). For example, one end of the film (F) may be fixedly connected to the first guide chain housing (341), and the other end of the film (F) may be connected to the first guide chain spring (346) to be described later.

[0202] The first guide arm (340) includes a first guide chain spring (346). The first guide chain spring (346) may be arranged on one side of the first guide chain housing (341). For example, the first guide chain spring (346) may be a spiral spring and may be arranged on the lower end of the first guide chain housing (341).

[0203] Accordingly, when the first guide chain driving motor (MC3) is operated and the chain assembly (343) is lengthened toward the inside of the garment folding machine (10) (along the second direction), the film (F) is released while wrapping around the upper and lower surfaces of the chain assembly (343), and can be lengthened together with the chain assembly (343). On the other hand, when the operation of the first guide chain driving motor (MC3) is terminated, the first guide chain spring (346) pulls the film (F) by the restoring force of the first guide chain spring, and the chain assembly (343) can be pulled into the inside of the first guide chain housing (341).

[0204] Therefore, the first guide arm (340) of the present invention can slide in the forward and backward directions and up and down directions of the clothing folding machine (10), and can guide the folding line of the clothing by changing the length of the chain assembly (343).

[0205]

[0206] The second guide arm (350) includes a second guide chain housing (351), a second guide chain gear (352), a chain assembly (353), a seventh moving rail (344), an eighth moving rail (345), a second guide chain spring (346), a second guide chain drive motor (MC4), a seventh moving motor (M7), and an eighth moving motor (M8).

[0207] The second guide arm (350) can be positioned to face the first guide arm (340).

[0208] Meanwhile, except for the contents specifically described to avoid repeated explanation, the second guide arm (350) of the present invention can utilize the configuration and effect of the first guide arm (340).

[0209] That is, the second guide chain housing (351), the second guide chain gear (352), the chain assembly (353), the seventh moving rail (354), the eighth moving rail (355), the second guide chain spring (356), the second guide chain drive motor (MC4), the seventh moving motor (M7), and the eighth moving motor (M8) of the second guide arm (350) have the same structure and function as the first guide chain housing (341), the first guide chain gear (342), the chain assembly (343), the fifth moving rail (344), the sixth moving rail (345), the first guide chain spring (346), the first guide chain drive motor (MC3), the fifth moving motor (M5), and the sixth moving motor (M6) of the first guide arm (340), and thus can be used.

[0210] The second guide arm (350) can slide in the up-down or forward-backward direction simultaneously with the first guide arm (340). In addition, the second guide arm (350) can support clothing by changing the length of the chain assembly (343, 353) together with the first guide arm (340).

[0211]

[0212] Meanwhile, unlike the present embodiment, another embodiment of the present invention may also include a single guide arm. In this case, the guide arm may be provided with a chain assembly length longer than the first guide arm (340) or the second guide arm (350) according to the present embodiment. With this configuration, the guide function for hemming or horizontal folding of clothing is maintained, while the number of parts required for overall folding is reduced, resulting in increased space efficiency.

[0213]

[0214] The folding bars (360, 370) may be arranged at the rear side of the garment folding machine (10). For example, the folding bars (360, 370) may be arranged as a pair at the rear end of the garment folding machine (10). That is, the folding bars (360, 370) may include a first folding bar (360) arranged at the rear left side of the garment folding machine (10) and a second folding bar (370) arranged at the rear right side of the garment folding machine (10). Meanwhile, it is also possible for the first folding bar (360) to be arranged at the rear right side of the garment folding machine (10) and for the second folding bar (370) to be arranged at the rear left side of the garment folding machine (10).

[0215] The first folding bar (360) and the second folding bar (370) can fold clothing by upward movement and rotational movement.

[0216] Specifically, the first folding bar (360) includes a first bar body (361), a ninth moving rail (364), a tenth moving rail (365), a first bar rotation motor (MB1), a ninth moving motor (M9), and a tenth moving motor (M10).

[0217] The first bar body (361) can be hung on at least a portion of clothing, particularly a sleeve of clothing, and can fold the clothing according to the movement of the first bar body (361). For example, the first bar body (361) is formed in a rod shape and is arranged approximately parallel to the ground, and one end of the first bar body (361) can be bent downward and connected to the first bar rotation motor (MB1) through at least one gear. With this configuration, when the first bar rotation motor (MB1) is operated, the first bar body (361) can be rotated around the one end of the first bar body (361) as an axis.

[0218] Accordingly, when a part of the clothing, including the sleeve, is placed on the first bar body (361) while the folding arm (320, 330) presses and supports the clothing, and the first bar body (361) moves and rotates, vertical folding can be performed using the outer end of the folding arm (320, 330) as a guide line.

[0219] Meanwhile, the first folding bar (360) includes a ninth moving rail (364). The ninth moving rail (364) can be fixedly connected to a support plate (390). The ninth moving rail (364) can be relatively movably connected to a gear box having a first bar rotation motor (MB1) built in therein, and can receive power from the ninth moving motor (M9). The ninth moving rail (364) can guide the left-right movement of the first bar body (361).

[0220] For example, the ninth moving rail (364) can be connected to the ninth moving motor (M9) through at least one gear and receive power according to the operation of the ninth moving motor (M9).

[0221] Therefore, when the ninth movement motor (M9) is operated, the first bar body (361) and the gear box having the first bar rotation motor (MB1) built in can be moved.

[0222] Meanwhile, the first folding bar (360) includes a tenth moving rail (365). The tenth moving rail (365) can be coupled to a gear box having a first bar rotation motor (MB1) built in, and can receive power from the tenth moving motor (M10). The tenth moving rail (365) can guide the up and down movement of the first bar body (361) and the gear box having the first bar rotation motor (MB1) built in.

[0223] Accordingly, when the 10th movement motor (M10) is operated, the 10th movement rail (365) moves, and the first bar body (361) and the gear box having the first bar rotation motor (MB1) built in can be moved up and down.

[0224]

[0225] The second folding bar (370) includes a second bar body (371), an eleventh moving rail (374), a twelfth moving rail (375), a second bar rotation motor (MB2), an eleventh moving motor (M11), and a twelfth moving motor (M12).

[0226] The second folding bar (370) can be arranged symmetrically with the first folding bar (360).

[0227] Meanwhile, except for the contents specifically described to avoid repetitive explanation, the second folding bar (370) of the present invention can utilize the configuration and effect of the first folding bar (360).

[0228] That is, the second bar body (371), the eleventh moving rail (374), the twelfth moving rail (375), the second bar rotation motor (MB2), the eleventh moving motor (M11), and the twelfth moving motor (M12) of the second folding bar (370) have the same structure and function as the first bar body (361), the ninth moving rail (364), the tenth moving rail (365), the first bar rotation motor (MB1), the ninth moving motor (M9), and the tenth moving motor (M10) of the first folding bar (360), and thus can be used.

[0229] The first folding bar (360) and the second folding bar (370) may rotate sequentially. For example, the first folding bar (360) may rotate first to perform a vertical fold on one side of the garment, and then the second folding bar (370) may rotate to perform a vertical fold on the other side of the garment. This is to prevent the first folding bar (360) and the second folding bar (370) from colliding with each other when rotating simultaneously.

[0230]

[0231] The folding plate (380) is rotatably coupled to the loading plate (310) and can be rotated by the folding arms (320, 330). For example, the folding plate (380) may be formed in a flat shape and may be coupled to the loading plate (310) via a hinge (381). At this time, the axis of the hinge (381) may be arranged along the second direction.

[0232] The folding plate (380) is positioned on the lower side of at least a portion of the garment, and can support the lower side of the portion of the garment. Accordingly, when the folding plate (380) is rotated about the hinge (381), the folding plate (380) and the loading plate (310) are overlapped, and the garment provided therebetween is folded.

[0233] With this configuration, when the clothing is placed on the upper side of the loading plate (310) and the folding plate (380), the chain assembly (323, 333) of the folding arm (320, 330) is extended to rotate the folding plate (380), so that the clothing can be folded horizontally with the hinge (381) as the reference line.

[0234] Meanwhile, although not shown, the folding plate (380) may be equipped with a torsion spring. The torsion spring may be coupled with a hinge (381) to apply a restoring force to return the folding plate (380) to its original position when folded. Accordingly, when the length of the chain assembly (323, 333) of the folding arm (320, 330) is reduced, the folding plate (380) may be rotated by the restoring force of the torsion spring to return to its original position.

[0235]

[0236] The support plate (390) has a loading plate (310) positioned on the upper side, and folding arms (320, 330), guide arms (340, 350), and folding bars (360, 370) can be combined. For example, the support plate (390) can be formed in a flat shape and combined with a horizontal frame (130).

[0237] Meanwhile, although not shown, at least a portion of the center portion of the support plate (390) may be formed in an open shape. With this configuration, the chain assembly (323, 333) of the folding arm (320, 330) may extend in length below the folding plate (380) without interfering with the support plate (390). In addition, the conveyor (410) may contact the loading plate (310) to move the loading plate (310). In addition, a space for unloading folded clothing may be provided.

[0238]

[0239] The unloading section (400) can transport folded clothing through the folding section (300).

[0240] For example, the unloading unit (400) includes a conveyor (410) that moves a loading plate (310) and a conveyor drive motor (MU) that provides power to the conveyor (410). When the conveyor drive motor (MU) is operated, the conveyor (410) moves the loading plate (310), thereby moving clothing positioned on the loading plate (310) to a position easily accessible to a user's hand.

[0241] In addition, the unloading unit (400) further includes a rail (not shown) for lifting the rear end of the loading plate (310) and a plate lifting motor (not shown), so as to lift one end of the loading plate (310) on which clothing is placed, and when the loading plate (310) forms a predetermined angle with the ground, the clothing can slide down along the loading plate (310) and move to the lower plate (120). At this time, the folding arms (320, 330) and the folding bars (360, 370) can move to both left and right directions to create space so that the user can easily take out the clothing.

[0242]

[0243] Meanwhile, FIG. 24 shows a block diagram for explaining the control of a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0244] Referring to FIG. 24, the control configuration of a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention is described as follows.

[0245] The control unit (500) can control the loading unit (200), folding unit (300), and unloading unit (400).

[0246] The control unit (500) is provided to control the operation of the clothing folding machine (10) based on a user's input received through an input unit (not shown in the drawing). The control unit (500) may be composed of a printed circuit board and components mounted on the printed circuit board. When the user selects a type of clothing or a folding course through the input unit and inputs a control command such as an operation, the control unit (500) can control the operation of the clothing folding machine (10) according to a preset algorithm.

[0247] Meanwhile, the control unit (500) is electrically connected to the input unit (not shown) to receive a user's control command, and is electrically connected to the display unit (D) and the alarm unit (A) to transmit information on the operating status of the clothing folding machine (10) to the display unit (D) and the alarm unit (A) to control the transmission of the information to the user.

[0248] In addition, the control unit (500) controls a power conversion unit (510) that converts power input from an external power source (P) and supplies it to the loading unit (200), the folding unit (300), and the unloading unit (400), and a current detection unit (520) that detects current supplied from the power conversion unit (510) to the loading unit (200), the folding unit (300), and the unloading unit (400).

[0249] In addition, the control unit (500) may further include a memory (530) that stores information that is input in advance or input through an input unit (not shown), and may further include a timer (540) that can measure time.

[0250] Meanwhile, the control unit (500) can be electrically or signally connected to the loading unit (200), folding unit (300), and unloading unit (400).

[0251] For example, the control unit (500) can transmit a driving control signal to the loading unit motor (ML) of the loading unit (200). In addition, the control unit (500) can receive signals from the clip position detection sensors (SL1, SL2, SL3) and the clothing detection sensor (SC) of the loading unit (200) regarding the position of the clip assembly (220) and whether clothing remains in the loading unit (200).

[0252] In addition, the control unit (500) can transmit a driving control signal to a plurality of motors (MC1, MC2, MC3, MC4, MB1, MB2, M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M6, M7, M8, M9, M10, M11, M12) of the folding unit (300). In addition, although not shown, the control unit (500) can receive a signal from a sensor provided in the folding unit (300) as to whether the loading plate (310), the first folding arm (320), the second folding arm (330), the first guide arm (340), the second guide arm (350), the first folding bar (360), the second folding bar (370), and the folding plate (380) are operating at the correct positions.

[0253] Additionally, the control unit (500) can transmit a drive control signal to the conveyor drive motor (MU) of the unloading unit (400). In addition, although not shown, the control unit (500) can receive a signal from a sensor provided in the unloading unit (400) as to whether clothing has been unloaded.

[0254] Due to this configuration, the control unit (500) can determine whether the clothing (C) passes through, and can perform hem folding, vertical folding, or horizontal folding on the clothing (C).

[0255] The specific control contents of the control unit (500) in the present invention will be described later.

[0256]

[0257] FIGS. 11 to 23 are drawings for explaining a process of folding clothes in a clothes folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 25 is a flowchart for explaining a control method of a clothes folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0258] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 25, a control method of a clothing folding machine according to an embodiment of the present invention is described as follows.

[0259] The control method of a clothing folding machine (10) according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a loading step (S100), a folding step (S200), and an unloading step (S300).

[0260] In the loading step (S100), clothing is introduced into the interior of the clothing folding machine (10).

[0261] In the loading step (S100), when the clothing enters the gripping position, the control unit (500) operates the clip assembly (220) to grip the clothing, and moves the clip assembly (220) while the clothing is gripped to transfer the clothing to the loading plate (310).

[0262] Specifically, when the clothing enters the gripping position, the control unit (500) confirms that the clothing (C) has entered the gripping position through a clip sensor (not shown), and when it is confirmed that the clothing (C) has entered the gripping position, the control unit operates the electromagnetic driving unit so that the clip assembly (220) closes and automatically grips the clothing (C).

[0263] Meanwhile, another method in which the user operates the aforementioned electromagnetic driving member through an input means such as an operation start button, a touch screen, etc. after the user inserts the clothing (C) into the grip position inside the clip assembly (220) may also be applied.

[0264] When the gripping of the garment is completed at the first position corresponding to the initial position, the control unit (500) controls the clip assembly (220) to move backward a predetermined distance while gripping the garment, thereby pulling the garment into the interior of the garment folding machine (10) and moving it to the second position corresponding to the loading position on the upper surface of the loading plate (310), and when the movement to the second position is completed, the gripping is released.

[0265] That is, when the gripping of the clothing (C) is completed through the closure of the clip assembly (220), the operation of the loading motor (ML) is initiated, and the clip assembly (220) is moved to a second position further rearward than the first position described above and then stopped.

[0266] Next, the control unit (500) controls the clip assembly (220) to move to the third position. That is, the clip assembly (220) releases its grip on the clothing, moves to the third position, which is further rearward than the second position, and then stops.

[0267] Meanwhile, the clothing folding machine (10) of the present invention can determine whether the length of the clothing is greater than or equal to a predetermined length through a clothing detection sensor (SC), and if the length of the clothing is greater than or equal to the predetermined length, can perform a hem folding function (S150).

[0268] Specifically, the control unit (500) can check whether the clip assembly (220) has reached the third position through the stop position detection sensor (SL3), and if it is confirmed that the clip assembly (220) has reached the third position, stop the loading unit motor (ML) and check whether there is clothing in the inlet unit (210) through the clothing detection sensor (SC).

[0269] At this time, if the clothing detection sensor (SC) detects that clothing remains in the inlet section (210), the control unit (500) can perform the hem folding step (S200).

[0270] That is, when the length of the clothing is greater than a predetermined length, when the clip assembly (220) releases the grip of the clothing, the front end of the clothing may be placed on the loading plate (310), but the rear end of the clothing may still remain in the inlet (210). Therefore, when the control unit (500) detects that the clothing remains in the inlet (210) by the clothing detection sensor (SC), it may determine that the length of the clothing is greater than a preset hem folding length (L), and may perform the hem folding step (S200). Here, the hem folding length (L) may be set shorter than the shortest distance from the front end of the clothing to the inlet (210). This is to prevent the hem from coming out again if the length of the hem is too short after hem folding, and to fold it with a predetermined length of leeway.

[0271] Meanwhile, according to an embodiment, it is also possible to move the loading plate (310) on which the garment is placed a predetermined distance before the hem folding step (S200) to facilitate hem folding of the garment. That is, the control unit (500) can control the conveyor (410) to move the loading plate (310) forward or backward a predetermined distance by operating the conveyor drive motor (MU). This is to prevent the garment from being wrinkled while being lowered onto the loading plate (310) or from having tension in the garment due to a height difference between the inlet (210) and the loading plate (310), making it difficult to hem the garment to an accurate size.

[0272] On the other hand, if the clothing detection sensor (SC) detects that there is no clothing in the inlet section (210), the hem folding step (S200) can be omitted and the vertical folding step (S300) can be performed.

[0273]

[0274] In the hem folding step (S200), if the length of the clothing being introduced is longer than a predetermined length, the clothing can be folded by creating a folding line along a direction perpendicular to the direction in which the clothing is introduced.

[0275] In the hem folding step (S200), the clothing is fixed using the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350), and the hem of the clothing can be folded by pushing the clothing using the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330).

[0276] First, the control unit (500) can operate the fifth movement motor (M5) and the sixth movement motor (M6) to move the first guide arm (340) to a preset bottom folding guide position. In addition, the control unit (500) can operate the seventh movement motor (M7) and the eighth movement motor (M8) to move the second guide arm (350) to a preset bottom folding guide position. At this time, the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350) can be positioned facing each other (S210).

[0277] Here, the term "hem fold" refers to folding along a vertical reference line based on the direction of movement (direction of movement) of the garment when the length of the garment is longer than a certain length. The term "perpendicular to the direction of movement of the garment" does not necessarily mean that the line of movement of the garment and the fold line are at a perfect 90 degrees, but includes a margin of error of 0 to 30 degrees.

[0278] Next, the control unit (500) can operate the first guide chain drive motor (MC3) and the second guide chain drive motor (MC4). At this time, the chain assemblies (343, 353) can be extended in length while being unfolded, and can be extended in length to a length that can be placed on the upper side of the clothing and press the upper side of the clothing. At this time, the control unit (500) can operate the sixth movement motor (M6) and the eighth movement motor (M8) to move the first guide chain housing (341) and the second guide chain housing (351) downward. Accordingly, the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) and the chain assembly (353) of the second guide arm (350) can press the clothing with a predetermined pressure while being lowered. Accordingly, the clothing can be supported by the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350), and the hem folding position can be guided (S220).

[0279] Meanwhile, the control unit (500) can operate the first movement motor (M1) and the second movement motor (M2) to move the first folding arm (320) to a preset bottom folding position. In addition, the control unit (500) can operate the third movement motor (M3) and the fourth movement motor (M4) to move the second folding arm (330) to a preset bottom folding position. At this time, the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330) can be arranged in parallel positions (S230).

[0280] Next, the control unit (500) can operate the first chain drive motor (MC1) and the second chain drive motor (MC2). At this time, the control unit (500) operates the first chain drive motor (MC1) and the second chain drive motor (MC2) at least after the chain assemblies (343, 353) of the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350) are extended in length.

[0281] At this time, the chain assembly (322, 333) is extended in length as it unfolds, and can be extended to a length capable of pressing the clothing spanning the inlet portion (210) and the loading plate (310). Accordingly, the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) can press the clothing with a predetermined pressure along the direction in which the lengths thereof are extended. Accordingly, the clothing is pushed by the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330) while being supported by the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350), and the hem is folded (S240).

[0282]

[0283] In the vertical folding step (S300), after the hem folding step (S200), the garment can be folded by creating a folding line along the direction in which the garment is introduced.

[0284] In the vertical folding step (S300), the clothing can be fixed using the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330), and the vertical line of the clothing can be folded using the first folding bar (360) and the second folding bar (370).

[0285] First, when the bottom folding step (S200) has been performed, the control unit (500) can continuously operate the first chain drive motor (MC1) and the second chain drive motor (MC2) to further extend the length of the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330). In this case, the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) can be extended to their maximum length (S310).

[0286] And, while the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) are being lengthened, the control unit (500) operates the first guide chain driving motor (MC3), the second guide chain driving motor (MC4), the sixth movement motor (M6), and the eighth movement motor (M8), so that the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) and the chain assembly (353) of the second guide arm (350) can be removed from the clothing. At this time, the motor operating directions of the first guide chain driving motor (MC3), the second guide chain driving motor (MC4), the sixth movement motor (M6), and the eighth movement motor (M8) are opposite to the operating directions of the first guide chain driving motor (MC3), the second guide chain driving motor (MC4), the sixth movement motor (M6), and the eighth movement motor (M8) in the bottom folding step (S200) (S320).

[0287] Meanwhile, in the case where the vertical folding step (S300) is performed directly without performing the bottom folding step (S200), the control unit (500) operates only the first chain driving motor (MC1) and the second chain driving motor (MC2) without operating the first guide chain driving motor (MC3), the second guide chain driving motor (MC4), the sixth movement motor (M6), and the eighth movement motor (M8), thereby extending the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) to the maximum length (S310`).

[0288] Meanwhile, after the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) are extended to their maximum lengths, the control unit (500) can operate the first movement motor (M1) and the third movement motor (M3) as needed to adjust the gap between the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330). At this time, the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330) can slide along the second direction. For example, the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330) can symmetrically move closer or farther apart simultaneously. As another example, the first folding arm (320) or the second folding arm (330) can also move independently (S330). Therefore, the folding width of the clothing can be adjusted by adjusting the gap between the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330).

[0289] After the gap adjustment between the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330) is completed, the control unit (500) can operate the second movement motor (M2) and the fourth movement motor (M4) to control the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) to press and support the clothing (S340). At this time, the control unit (500) operates the second movement motor (M2) and the fourth movement motor (M4) to cause the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) to move downward. Accordingly, the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) can press the clothing with a predetermined pressure while descending. Accordingly, the clothing can be supported by the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330), and the vertical folding position can be guided (S340).

[0290] Here, a vertical fold refers to folding along a reference line parallel to the direction of movement of the garment. Parallel to the direction of movement of the garment does not necessarily mean that the line of movement of the garment and the fold line are perfectly aligned at 0 degrees, but rather encompasses a margin of error of 0 to 30 degrees.

[0291] Meanwhile, in a state where the garment is supported by the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330), the sleeve of the garment may be lowered by gravity and may be free from the loading plate (310). Alternatively, in a case where a protruding projection (311) is formed on the loading plate (310) (see FIG. 17), the left and right ends of the garment or the sleeve may be hung on the protruding projection (311). In this state, the control unit (500) may control the movement of the first folding bar (360) and the second folding bar (370) so that the first bar body (361) and the second bar body (371) support the sleeve of the garment. That is, the control unit (500) can operate the ninth movement motor (M9), the tenth movement motor (M10), the eleventh movement motor (M11), and the twelfth movement motor (M12) to move the first folding bar (360) and the second folding bar (370) to a position where the first bar body (361) and the second bar body (371) come into contact with the sleeve of the clothing (S350).

[0292] Thereafter, the control unit (500) can operate the 10th movement motor (M10) and the 12th movement motor (M12) to move the first bar body (361) and the second bar body (371) upwardly (S360). With this configuration, the sleeves of the clothing can be lifted to create a reference line for vertical folding on the clothing (S360).

[0293] Next, the control unit (500) operates the first bar rotation motor (MB1) and the second bar rotation motor (MB2) so that the first bar main body (361) and the second bar main body (371) rotate to shake off (or push out) the sleeves of the clothing and complete the vertical folding of the clothing. Meanwhile, the rotation of the first bar main body (361) and the second bar main body (371) may be performed simultaneously, but it is preferable that the first bar main body (361) and the second bar main body (371) rotate at a predetermined time interval. This is to prevent the first bar main body (361) and the second bar main body (371) from colliding with each other while rotating (S370).

[0294] After the rotation of the first folding bar (360) and the second folding bar (370) is completed, the horizontal folding step (S400) can be performed.

[0295]

[0296] In the horizontal folding step (S400), after the vertical folding step (S300), the clothing can be folded by creating a folding line along a direction perpendicular to the direction in which the clothing is introduced.

[0297] In the horizontal folding step (S400), the folding plate (380) is rotated through the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330), and the clothing can be folded as the folding plate (380) rotates.

[0298] Here, a horizontal fold refers to folding along a perpendicular reference line relative to the direction of movement (intake direction) of the garment. The perpendicularity to the direction of movement of the garment does not necessarily mean that the line of movement of the garment and the fold line are perfectly aligned at 90 degrees, but includes a margin of error of 0 to 30 degrees.

[0299] First, the control unit (500) raises the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330), and contracts the lengths of the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330). That is, the control unit (500) can operate the second movement motor (M2) and the fourth movement motor (M4) to raise the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330), and operate the first chain drive motor (MC1) and the second chain drive motor (MC2) to contract the lengths of the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330). At this time, the operating directions of the second movement motor (M2), the fourth movement motor (M4), the first chain drive motor (MC1), and the second chain drive motor (MC2) are opposite to the operating directions in the vertical folding step (S300). In addition, the control unit (500) can cause the length to be shortened until the front end of the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the front end of the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) are positioned closer to the front of the clothing folding machine (10) than the front end of the folding plate (380) (S410).

[0300] Thereafter, the control unit (500) operates the second movement motor (M2) and the fourth movement motor (M4) to lower the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) to a predetermined horizontal folding preparation height (h3). At this time, the height from the ground to the horizontal folding preparation height (h3) may be smaller than the height at which the folding plate (380) is arranged based on the ground. That is, the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) are lowered closer to the ground than the folding plate (380).

[0301] Accordingly, the leading end of the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the leading end of the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) are positioned forward and lower than the end of the folding plate (380).

[0302] Meanwhile, according to an embodiment, the horizontal folding step (S400) may further include a step (S415) of guiding the horizontal folding position through the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350).

[0303] For example, the control unit (500) can operate the fifth movement motor (M5) and the sixth movement motor (M6) to move the first guide arm (340) to a preset horizontal folding guide position. In addition, the control unit (500) can operate the seventh movement motor (M7) and the eighth movement motor (M8) to move the second guide arm (350) to a preset horizontal folding guide position. At this time, the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350) can be positioned facing each other.

[0304] Next, the control unit (500) can operate the first guide chain driving motor (MC3) and the second guide chain driving motor (MC4). At this time, the chain assembly (343, 353) can be extended in length while being unfolded, and can be extended in length to a length that can be placed on the upper side of the clothing and press the upper side of the clothing. At this time, the control unit (500) can operate the sixth movement motor (M6) and the eighth movement motor (M8) to move the first guide chain housing (341) and the second guide chain housing (351) downward. Accordingly, the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) and the chain assembly (353) of the second guide arm (350) can press the clothing with a predetermined pressure while descending. Accordingly, the clothing can be supported by the first guide arm (340) and the second guide arm (350), and the horizontal folding position can be guided. In this case, the horizontal fold lines of the clothing become clearer, and the clothing can be folded neatly.

[0305] Next, the control unit (500) operates the first chain drive motor (MC1) and the second chain drive motor (MC2) to extend the length of the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330). Accordingly, the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) extend in length along the first direction. Then, the control unit (500) operates the second movement motor (M2) and the fourth movement motor (M4) to move the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) upward to a predetermined plate turning height (h4). Here, the plate turning height (h4) is higher than the horizontal folding preparation height (h3). At this time, the length extension of the chain assembly (323, 333) and the upward movement of the chain assembly (323, 333) may be performed simultaneously, or the length extension and upward movement may be performed alternately. In addition, after the chain assembly (323, 333) is extended to a predetermined length, the length extension and upward movement may be performed simultaneously (S420).

[0306] Accordingly, the folding plate (380) can be rotated and turned over by the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) to fold the clothing.

[0307] After the folding plate (380) is rotated and the horizontal folding is performed, the control unit (500) can return the first folding arm (320), the second folding arm (330), the first guide arm (340), and the second guide arm (350) to their original positions (S430).

[0308] For example, the control unit (500) raises the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330), and contracts the length of the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330). That is, the control unit (500) can operate the second movement motor (M2) and the fourth movement motor (M4) to raise the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330), and operate the first chain drive motor (MC1) and the second chain drive motor (MC2) to contract the length of the chain assembly (323) of the first folding arm (320) and the chain assembly (333) of the second folding arm (330) until the length becomes minimum. In addition, the control unit (500) can operate the first movement motor (M1) and the third movement motor (M3) to make the distance between the first chain housing (321) and the second chain housing (331) become the greatest. Accordingly, the garment folding machine (10) of the present invention can maximize the space for unloading garments by minimizing the volume of the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330) after horizontal folding and increasing the distance between the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330).

[0309] And, the control unit (500) raises the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) and the chain assembly (353) of the second guide arm (350), and contracts the lengths of the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) and the chain assembly (353) of the second guide arm (350). That is, the control unit (500) can operate the sixth movement motor (M6) and the eighth movement motor (M8) to raise the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) and the chain assembly (353) of the second guide arm (350), and operate the first guide chain drive motor (MC3) and the second guide chain drive motor (MC4) to contract the lengths of the chain assembly (343) of the first guide arm (340) and the chain assembly (353) of the second guide arm (350) until they become minimal.

[0310] Meanwhile, when the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330) are length-contracted, the folding plate (380) is rotated by the restoring force of the torsion spring and returns to its original position.

[0311]

[0312] Meanwhile, in the unloading step (S500), the clothes can be transported in a folded state to make it easy for the user to retrieve them.

[0313] In the unloading step (S500), the control unit (500) can move the clothing placed on the loading plate (310) to a position easily accessible by the user's hand.

[0314] For example, in the unloading step (S500), the control unit (500) can operate the conveyor drive motor (MU) to move the loading plate (310) by the conveying movement of the conveyor (410). In addition, the control unit (500) can control the plate lifting motor (not shown) to lift the rear end of the loading plate (310). Accordingly, the clothing placed on the loading plate (310) can be transported between a pair of folding arms (i.e., the first folding arm (320) and the second folding arm (330)).

[0315] Therefore, according to the present invention, there is an effect of automatically unloading clothes by removing obstacles in the space where clothes are transported while unloading clothes.

[0316]

[0317] FIG. 26 is a perspective view of a paper supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 27 is a bottom perspective view showing the bottom side of the paper supply module shown in FIG. 26, FIG. 28 is an exploded perspective view showing some components of the paper supply module shown in FIG. 26 in an exploded manner, FIG. 29 is an upper perspective view showing some components of the paper supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention in an exploded manner, FIG. 30 is an enlarged view for explaining an outlet of a paper receiving unit according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 31 is a perspective view for explaining an internal structure of a paper supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 32 is a side view of FIG. 31, FIG. 33 is a drawing showing some components removed from the paper supply module shown in FIG. 32 to explain a transport passage according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 34 is a perspective view showing a state in which a rotating part of the paper supply module shown in FIG. 31 is rotated inward, and FIG. 35 is a perspective view of FIG. 34. A side view is shown, and FIG. 36 is a drawing of the inner lining supply module shown in FIG. 35 with some components removed to explain a conveying path according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIGS. 37a to 37c are drawings for showing a process of conveying inner lining by the inner lining supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 38 is a rear view of the inner lining supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention with some of the housing removed, FIG. 39 is a cross-sectional view for explaining a discharge unit of the inner lining supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 40 is a perspective view for explaining a supply roller according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 41 is a perspective view for showing a state in which a rotating unit is rotated outward in a garment treatment device according to an embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 42 is a perspective view for showing a state in which inner lining is supplied to garments according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0318] Hereinafter, a paper supply module according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 26 to 42.

[0319] A garment treatment device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a lining supply module (600).

[0320] The lining supply module (600) can supply lining (700) having a folding line (710, 720) formed on the clothing (C) before the clothing (C) mounted on the loading plate (310) is folded by the folding arm (320, 330), the guide arm (340, 350) and / or the folding bar (360, 370).

[0321] The paper supply module (600) may include a paper receiving portion (610), a paper feeding guide portion (620), and a rotating portion (630).

[0322] The paper receiving unit (610) can store paper (700) and discharge the stored paper (700) one by one. Specifically, the paper receiving unit (610) can include a paper chamber (611), a chamber cover (612), a discharge roller (613), a guide roller (614), and a guide member (615).

[0323] The inner chamber (611) may be formed in a form with an open upper side. An accommodation space (S) may be formed inside the inner chamber (611), and at least one inner chamber (700) may be accommodated in the accommodation space (S).

[0324] The surface where the lining (700) is settled in the lining chamber (611) can be referred to as the lining settlement surface (611c). That is, the bottom surface of the lining chamber (611) can be referred to as the lining settlement surface (611c). Accordingly, the lining (700) accommodated in the accommodation space (S) through the open upper side of the lining chamber (611) can be settled on the lining settlement surface (611c).

[0325] For example, the inner chamber (611) may be arranged parallel to the loading plate (310) at a predetermined distance apart. That is, the inner chamber (611c) may be arranged parallel to the loading plate (310) on which the clothing (C) introduced through the introduction portion (210) is placed.

[0326] As another example, the burr chamber (611) may be arranged at an angle with respect to the loading plate (310). Specifically, the burr chamber (611) may be arranged vertically with respect to the loading plate (310).

[0327] A discharge portion (611a) may be formed in the inner chamber (611). The discharge portion (611a) may be formed by penetrating the side of the inner chamber (611). At this time, the height at which the discharge portion (611a) is positioned may correspond to the height at which the inner paper (700) seated on the inner paper seating surface (611c) is positioned. Accordingly, the inner paper (700) accommodated in the accommodation space (S) may be discharged to the outside of the inner paper chamber (611) through the discharge portion (611a) when the discharge roller (613) described later is rotated.

[0328] The inner chamber (611) may be formed to correspond to the shape of the inner chamber (700). For example, the inner chamber (611) may be formed in a square shape.

[0329] The chamber cover (612) can close the open upper part of the inner chamber (611). The chamber cover (612) can be formed with a fixing member (612a) that pressurizes and fixes the inner paper (700) accommodated in the accommodation space (S). That is, when multiple inner papers (700) are accommodated in the accommodation space (S) and the discharge roller (613) described later moves the inner paper (700) arranged at the lowest end to the discharge unit (611a), the fixing member (612a) can fix the remaining inner papers (700) so that they are not moved to the discharge unit (611a) together with the inner paper (700) arranged at the lowest end.

[0330] A discharge roller (613) may be placed in the lining chamber (611). The discharge roller (613) is configured to move the lining (700) by frictional force by rotating while in contact with the lower surface of the lining (700).

[0331] The discharge roller (613) can be rotatably coupled to the lining chamber (611). The discharge roller (613) can move the lining (700) accommodated in the accommodation space (S) to the discharge section (611a).

[0332] The discharge roller (613) may be arranged on the lower side of the lining chamber (611). A discharge roller hole (611b) may be formed in the lining mounting surface (611c). Accordingly, at least a portion of the discharge roller (613) may be arranged to protrude into the receiving space (S) through the discharge roller hole (611b). In addition, an inlet roller hole (611d) may be formed in the lining mounting surface (611c). The inlet roller hole (611d) may be configured such that an inlet roller (624a) to be described later may pass through it, and the inlet roller hole (611d) may be formed at a rearward side relative to the discharge roller hole (611b).

[0333] A discharge roller driving motor (ME) may be placed on the side of the lining chamber (611). The discharge roller driving motor (ME) may be connected to the discharge roller (613) and may provide power to rotate the discharge roller (613). Accordingly, when the discharge roller (613) rotates, the lining (700) seated on the lining seating surface (611c) may be moved toward the discharge unit (611a) one by one.

[0334] A guide member (615) may be placed in the discharge chamber (611). The guide member (615) may guide the discharge member (700) moved by the discharge roller (613) to the discharge portion (611a).

[0335] The guide member (615) may be coupled to a side surface inside the insert chamber (611). The end of the guide member (615) may be formed to be bent downwardly toward the rear. Specifically, the end of the guide member (615) may be formed to be bent toward the discharge portion (611a).

[0336] The gap between the guide member (615) and the insertion mounting surface (611c) can be formed to become smaller as it moves toward the discharge portion (611a). Accordingly, the insertion (700) moved by the discharge roller (613) is interfered with by the guide member (615) as it moves toward the discharge portion (611a), so that it can be more accurately fed into the discharge portion (611a).

[0337] The feeding guide unit (620) can transfer the paper (700) discharged from the paper receiving unit (610) to the discharge passage (632) of the rotating unit (630) through the transfer passage (623).

[0338] The feed guide unit (620) may include a housing (621), a transfer member (622), a transfer passage (623), a transfer roller (624), and a pulley (626).

[0339] The housing (621) is supported by the frame portion (100), and various members constituting the feeding guide portion (620) can be accommodated in the internal space of the housing (621).

[0340] Specifically, the housing (621) may include a first outer wall surface (621a), a second outer wall surface (621b), a third outer wall surface (621c), and a fourth outer wall surface (621d). At this time, the internal space of the housing (621) may be defined as a space surrounded by the first outer wall surface (621a), the second outer wall surface (621b), the third outer wall surface (621c), and the fourth outer wall surface (621d).

[0341] For reference, the clothing treatment device (1) according to an embodiment of the present invention can define the direction based on the state in which the housing (621) is installed on the frame portion (100). For example, the direction in which the loading portion (200) is installed based on the position in which the housing (621) is installed can be referred to as the front or the front, and the direction relative to the front or the front can be referred to as the rear or the back based on the position in which the housing (621) is installed. In addition, when looking at the direction in which the loading portion (200) is installed from the position in which the housing (621) is installed, the right direction can be referred to as the right, and the left direction can be referred to as the left. In addition, in a state in which the housing (621) is installed on the frame portion (100), the direction closer to the frame portion (100) can be referred to as the lower side, and the direction farther from the frame portion (100) can be referred to as the upper side.

[0342] The first outer wall surface (621a) can cover the left side of the housing (621). The first outer wall surface (621a) can be vertically arranged at the top of the horizontal frame (130). Accordingly, the first outer wall surface (621a) can form the exterior of the left side of the housing (621).

[0343] The second outer wall surface (621b) can cover the right side of the housing (621). The second outer wall surface (621b) can be vertically arranged at the top of the horizontal frame (130). The second outer wall surface (621b) can be arranged to face the first outer wall surface (621a). Accordingly, the second outer wall surface (621b) can form the outer appearance of the right side of the housing (621).

[0344] The third outer wall surface (621c) can cover the rear surface of the housing (621). The third outer wall surface (621c) can be positioned between the first outer wall surface (621a) and the second outer wall surface (621b). The third outer wall surface (621c) can connect the first outer wall surface (621a) and the second outer wall surface (621b). Therefore, the third outer wall surface (621c) can form the outer appearance of the rear surface of the housing (621).

[0345] The fourth outer wall surface (621d) can cover the upper surface of the housing (621). The fourth outer wall surface (621d) can be horizontally arranged at a predetermined distance from the horizontal frame (130). The fourth outer wall surface (621d) can be arranged to face the horizontal frame (130). Therefore, the fourth outer wall surface (621d) can form the outer appearance of the upper surface of the housing (621).

[0346] The transfer member (622) can be placed in the internal space of the housing (621), and the transfer member (622) can form a transfer passage (623) through which the discharged paper (700) from the discharge portion (611a) is transferred.

[0347] The transfer member (622) can transfer the paper (700) discharged from the paper chamber (611) to the rotating member (630). The transfer member (622) can be formed in a shape in which the center is curved backwards, and can connect the paper chamber (611) and the rotating member (630) that are spaced apart from each other vertically.

[0348] Specifically, the transfer member (622) may include a first transfer member (622a) and a second transfer member (622b).

[0349] The first transfer member (622a) may be arranged in the internal space of the housing (621). For example, the first transfer members (622a) may be arranged in a pair in the left and right direction in the internal space of the housing (621).

[0350] The space formed between a pair of first transfer members (622a) may be defined as a transfer roller hole (622c). A portion of the transfer roller (624) may be placed in the transfer roller hole (622c). For example, a portion of the first roller (624ba) and the third roller (624bc) may be placed in the transfer roller hole formed between a pair of first transfer members (622a) (see FIGS. 33 and 38).

[0351] The second transfer member (622b) can be placed at the rear of the first transfer member (622a), and a plurality of them can be placed in the left and right direction in the internal space of the housing (621).

[0352] The space formed between each of the second transfer members (622b) can be defined as a transfer roller hole (622c). A portion of the transfer roller (624) can be placed in the transfer roller hole (622c). For example, a portion of the second roller (624bb) and the fourth roller (624bd) can be placed in the transfer roller hole (622c) formed between each of the second transfer members (622b) (see FIGS. 33 and 38).

[0353] The first transfer member (622a) and the second transfer member (622b) can form a transfer passage (623). Specifically, the transfer passage (623) can be formed between the first transfer member (622a) and the second transfer member (622b).

[0354] The inlet end of the transport passage (623) can be communicated with the discharge end (611a) of the casing chamber (611), and the outlet end of the transport passage (623) can be communicated with the discharge end (632) of the rotating part (630).

[0355] The transfer roller (624) can move the inner paper (700) discharged from the discharge section (611a) to the rotating section (630) through the transfer passage (623). The transfer roller (624) is configured to move the inner paper (700) by frictional force by rotating while in contact with one or both sides of the inner paper (700).

[0356] A plurality of transfer rollers (624) may be provided. For example, the transfer rollers (624) may include an inlet roller (624a), a first roller (624ba), a second roller (624bb), a third roller (624bc), a fourth roller (624bd), and an exit roller (624c).

[0357] Among the plurality of transport rollers (624), the transport roller (624) located closest to the inlet side of the transport passage (623) through which the inner paper (700) is introduced from the discharge portion (611a) may be referred to as an inlet roller (624a). In addition, among the plurality of transport rollers (624), the transport roller (624) located closest to the outlet side of the transport passage (623) through which the inner paper (700) is discharged to the discharge passage (632) may be referred to as an outlet roller (624c). In addition, among the plurality of transport rollers (624), the transport rollers (624) arranged between the inlet roller (624a) and the outlet roller (624c) on the transport passage (623) may be referred to as a first roller (624ba), a second roller (624bb), a third roller (624bc), and a fourth roller (624bd).

[0358] A portion of the inlet roller (624a) may be positioned to protrude into the receiving space (S) through the inlet roller hole (611d) formed in the inner mounting surface (611c). The inlet roller (624a) may be positioned on the lower side of the guide member (615). The inlet roller (624a) may be positioned rearward of the discharge roller (613).

[0359] A guide roller (614) may be arranged on the upper rear side of the inlet roller (624a). The guide roller (614) may be arranged inside the inner chamber (611). The guide roller (614) is configured to be rotatably coupled to the inner chamber (611), and may move the inner sheet (700) moved by the inlet roller (624a) to the discharge portion (611a).

[0360] The exit roller (624c) and the supply roller (633) to be described later may be connected to each other by belts (641, 642). Specifically, the exit roller (624c) and the supply roller (633) may be connected to each other by a second belt (642) and may rotate together. More specifically, a second belt (642) may be wound around a pulley (626c) provided on a rotational axis (625c) of the exit roller (624c) and a pulley (635) formed on a rotational axis (634) of the supply roller (633). Accordingly, when the transfer roller driving motor (MT) is driven to rotate the transfer roller (624), the supply roller (633) connected by the second belt (642) may rotate together with the transfer roller (624).

[0361] The first roller (624ba) and the third roller (624bc) can be arranged facing each other with a predetermined distance between them. In addition, the first roller (624ba) and the third roller (624bc), which are in contact with both sides of the inner sheet (700), can move the inner sheet (700) through frictional force. Accordingly, the inner sheet (700) moved by the entrance roller (624a) can pass between the first roller (624ba) and the third roller (624bc) and move downward.

[0362] Likewise, the second roller (624bb) and the fourth roller (624bd) may be positioned opposite to each other with a predetermined distance between them. In addition, the second roller (624bb) and the fourth roller (624bd), which are in contact with both sides of the inner sheet (700), may move the inner sheet (700) through frictional force. Accordingly, the inner sheet (700) moved by the first roller (624ba) and the third roller (624bc) may pass between the second roller (624bb) and the fourth roller (624bd) and move to the exit side of the transport passage (623).

[0363] Meanwhile, each of the transport rollers (624) can rotate together with each of the transport roller rotation axes (625) while being coupled to the transport roller rotation axes (625). Specifically, the transport roller rotation axes (625) can be rotatably coupled to the housing (621). More specifically, one side of the transport roller rotation axes (625) can be rotatably coupled to the first outer wall surface (621a), and the other side of the transport roller rotation axes (625) can be rotatably coupled to the second outer wall surface (621b).

[0364] The conveying roller (624) can receive driving power from the conveying roller driving motor (MT). For example, the conveying roller rotation shaft (625) can rotate by receiving driving power from the conveying roller driving motor (MT) through a combination of gear parts that mesh with each other.

[0365] A plurality of transport rollers (624) are connected to each other by belts (641, 642) and can rotate together.

[0366] Specifically, a plurality of transport roller rotation axes (625) may be connected to each other by a first belt (641) and may rotate together. A pulley (626) may be provided at both ends of each transport roller rotation axle (625). In addition, a first belt (641) connected to a pulley (626) provided on a transport roller rotation axle (625) of another transport roller (624) may be wound around each pulley (626). In addition, a separation prevention groove (not shown) into which the first belt (641) is inserted may be formed on each pulley (626). The separation prevention groove may be formed to be recessed along the outer circumferential surface of the pulley (626). Since the first belt (641) is positioned in a state of being inserted into the anti-separation groove formed in each pulley (626), even if the tension of the first belt (641) is strengthened or loosened, the first belt (641) may not be separated from each pulley (626).

[0367] Accordingly, when the transport roller drive motor (MT) is driven and one of the transport roller rotation shafts (625) rotates, the remaining transport roller rotation shafts (625) connected by the first belt (641) can also rotate. For example, when the transport roller drive motor (MT) is driven, the inlet roller (624a) rotates, and the remaining transport rollers (624) connected to the inlet roller (624a) by the first belt (641) also rotate. That is, the garment treatment device (1) according to the embodiment of the present invention can have the effect of rotating all of the transport rollers (624) only by driving the transport roller drive motor (MT).

[0368] The rotating part (630) can land the inner material (700) transferred through the transfer passage (623) on the clothing (C) placed on the loading plate (310).

[0369] The rotating part (630) may include a rotating member (631), a discharge passage (632), and a supply roller (633).

[0370] The rotating member (631) can be rotatably coupled to the feeding guide member (620). Specifically, one side of the rotating member (631) can be rotatably coupled to the first outer wall surface (621a), and the other side of the rotating member (631) can be rotatably coupled to the second outer wall surface (621b).

[0371] At this time, the rotating member (631) can rotate by receiving driving force from a rotating member driving motor (MR) arranged on one side. For example, the rotating member (631) can rotate by receiving driving force from the rotating member driving motor (MR) through a combination of gear parts that are meshed with each other.

[0372] Meanwhile, the rotating member (631) may include a first rotating member (631a) and a second rotating member (631b).

[0373] The first rotating member (631a) and the second rotating member (631b) can form a discharge passage (632). Specifically, the first rotating member (631a) and the second rotating member (631b) can be arranged to be spaced apart from each other by a predetermined distance. Accordingly, the discharge passage (632) can be formed between the first rotating member (631a) and the second rotating member (631b). The discharge passage (632) can guide the paper (700) transferred from the transfer passage (623) to the loading plate (310).

[0374] Referring to FIG. 32, when the garment (C) is folded using the folding arm (320, 330), the guide arm (340, 350) and / or the folding bar (360, 370) after the lining (700) is supplied to the garment (C) mounted on the loading plate (310), the rotating member (631) is rotated in a direction closer to the housing (621), so that a space can be provided in which the folding arm (320, 330), the guide arm (340, 350) and / or the folding bar (360, 370) can move or rotate.

[0375] Referring to Fig. 35, when supplying the lining (700) to the garment (C), the rotating part (630) can be rotated in a direction away from the housing (621) (a direction approaching the loading plate (310). In this case, since the outlet (632a) of the discharge passage (632) is positioned close to the garment (C) mounted on the loading plate (310), the lining (700) transferred from the transport passage (623) can be accurately mounted on the garment (C).

[0376] The supply roller (633) can be arranged at least partially in the discharge passage (632) and can move the inner fabric (700) moved through the discharge passage (632) to the clothing (C) placed on the loading plate (310). The supply roller (633) is configured to move the inner fabric (700) by frictional force by rotating while in contact with one or both sides of the inner fabric (700).

[0377] The supply roller (633) can be rotatably coupled to the rotating member (631) and can include a first supply roller (633a) and a second supply roller (633b).

[0378] Specifically, the first supply roller (633a) is coupled to the first supply roller rotation shaft (634) and can rotate together, and the second supply roller (633b) is coupled to the second supply roller rotation shaft (634) and can rotate together. In addition, the first supply roller rotation shaft (634) can be rotatably coupled to the first rotation member (631a), and the second supply roller rotation shaft (634) can be rotatably coupled to the second rotation member (631b).

[0379] The inner material (700) that is moved through the discharge passage (632) and discharged through the outlet (632a) of the discharge passage (632) can pass between the first supply roller (633a) and the second supply roller (633b). The inner material (700) that is moved forward by the first supply roller (633a) and the second supply roller (633b) can be fed to the clothing (C) that is seated on the loading plate (310).

[0380] Meanwhile, the supply roller (633) may be connected to a plurality of feed rollers (624) by a second belt and may rotate together. For example, the first supply roller rotation shaft (634) and the rotation shaft (625c) of the exit roller (624c) may be connected to each other by a second belt (642) and may rotate together. Specifically, a pulley (635) may be provided at one end of the first supply roller rotation shaft (634). A second belt (642) may be wound around the pulley (635) of the first supply roller rotation shaft (634) and the pulley (626c) provided on the rotation shaft (625c) of the exit roller (624c). Therefore, when the feed roller driving motor (MT) is driven to rotate the exit roller (624c), the first supply roller rotation shaft (634) connected to the rotation shaft (625c) of the exit roller (624c) may rotate.

[0381] In addition, a detachment prevention groove (not shown) into which a second belt (642) is inserted may be formed on the pulley (635) of the first supply roller rotation shaft (634a). The detachment prevention groove may be formed to be sunken along the outer circumference of the pulley (635). Since the second belt (642) is positioned while being inserted into the detachment prevention groove formed on the pulley (635) of the first supply roller (633a), even if the tension of the second belt (642) is increased or decreased, the second belt (642) may not be detached from the pulley (635) of the first supply roller (633a).

[0382]

[0383] FIG. 43 shows a plan view of a lining according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 44 shows a schematic diagram for explaining a process of vertically folding a garment after the lining is placed on the garment according to an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 45 shows a perspective view for showing a state in which the lining according to an embodiment of the present invention is folded with a folding line as a folding line, and FIG. 46 shows a perspective view for showing a state in which the garment is folded with the lining placed on the garment according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0384] Hereinafter, with reference to FIGS. 43 to 46, a description will be given of a paper according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0385] The lining supply module (600) according to an embodiment of the present invention can supply lining (700) to clothing (C) mounted on a loading plate (310), and the lining (700) can be made of plastic or paper material.

[0386] After the clothing (C) introduced through the loading section (200) is placed on the loading plate (310), the lining supply module (600) can place the lining (700) on the clothing (C). In addition, after the lining (700) is placed on the clothing (C), vertical folding, horizontal folding, and / or hem folding of the clothing (C) can be performed by the clothing folding machine (10).

[0387] The inner sheet (700) can be folded using the folding line (710, 720) as the folding line.

[0388] The folding line (710, 720) of the inner fabric (700) may refer to a line along which a fold occurs in the inner fabric (700) when performing a horizontal fold using a clothing folding machine (10). Alternatively, the folding line (710, 720) may refer to a line that occurs when the inner fabric (700) is folded.

[0389] The folding lines (710, 720) may be formed so that at least a portion thereof is sunken into the surface of the lining (700). Therefore, the lining (700) can be easily folded by a clothing folding machine (10) using the folding lines (710, 720) as folding lines.

[0390] The folding line (710, 720) of the inner part (700) can be formed in a direction intersecting with the direction in which the clothing (C) is introduced through the introduction part (210).

[0391] Folding lines (710, 720) can be formed as a pair spaced apart by a predetermined distance along the direction in which clothing (C) is introduced through the introduction portion (210).

[0392] The folding lines (710, 720) may include a first folding line (710) and a second folding line (720). At this time, the first folding line (710) and the second folding line (720) may be arranged parallel to each other.

[0393] When horizontal folding is performed by a clothing folding machine (10), the inner fabric (700) placed on the clothing (C) can be folded using the first folding line (710) and the second folding line (720) as folding lines.

[0394] A portion of the folding line (710, 720) may be formed by penetrating the inner lining (700). This is to prevent spring back due to the elasticity of the inner lining (700) by forming a portion of the folding line (710, 720) by penetrating the inner lining (700).

[0395] For example, a portion of the first folding line (710) may be a plurality of first through lines (710a) formed by penetrating the inner sheet (700), and a portion of the second folding line (720) may be a plurality of second through lines (720a) formed by penetrating the inner sheet (700).

[0396] Referring to FIG. 43, a first border line (730), a second border line (740), and a third border line (750) may be formed on the inner surface (700).

[0397] The first border line (730) and the second border line (740) can serve to guide the folding line of the garment (C) when vertically folding by the garment folding machine (10). Specifically, when the folding bar (360, 370) moves and rotates while the folding arm (320, 330) presses and supports the garment (C), the first border line (730) and the second border line (740) can guide the folding line of the garment (C).

[0398] The third border line (750) can serve to guide the line along which the garment (C) is folded when the hem is folded by the garment folding machine (10). Specifically, when the folding arms (320, 330) are extended while the guide arms (340, 350) hold the garment (C) in place, the third border line (750) can guide the line along which the garment (C) is folded.

[0399] In contrast, the lining supply module (600) according to another embodiment of the present invention can supply the lining (700) to the garment (C) mounted on the loading plate (310) after the bottom folding of the garment (C) is performed by the garment folding machine (10). That is, after the bottom folding of the garment (C) mounted on the loading plate (310) is performed, the lining supply module (600) can mount the lining (700) on the garment (C), and then the vertical folding and horizontal folding of the garment (C) by the garment folding machine (10) can be performed in sequence.

[0400] When the lining (700) is placed on the clothing (C) mounted on the loading plate (310) and the folding plate (380), the first folding line (710) can be arranged vertically above the hinge (381) of the folding plate (310). Due to this arrangement, when the folding arms (320, 330) push the folding plate (380) during horizontal folding, the lining (700) is first folded together with the clothing (C) with the first folding line (710) as the folding line, and thereafter, the lining (700) can be naturally folded with the second folding line (720) as the folding line due to the weight of the clothing (C) and the lining (700).

[0401]

[0402] 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.

[0403] 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. The inlet section where clothing is introduced; A loading plate on which the clothing introduced through the introduction portion is placed; and A lining supply module for supplying lining having a folding line formed by the garment mounted on the loading plate; The above-mentioned supply module is, A lining chamber in which the lining is received and the lining is discharged through a discharge port formed on one side; A feeding guide part having a transport passage through which the paper discharged from the discharge part is transported; and A garment processing device characterized by including a rotating part that is rotatably coupled to the feeding guide part and places the inner material transported through the transport passage onto the garment.

2. In paragraph 1, The above-mentioned supply module is, A garment processing device further comprising a discharge roller that moves the lining received in the lining chamber one by one to the discharge unit.

3. In paragraph 2, The above-mentioned supply module is, A garment processing device further comprising a guide member arranged in the above-mentioned lining chamber and guiding the lining moved by the discharge roller to the discharge portion.

4. In paragraph 3, The above-mentioned chamber is, Including a substrate mounting surface on which the above substrate is mounted; A clothing processing device characterized in that the gap between the guide member and the inner mounting surface becomes smaller as it approaches the discharge portion.

5. In paragraph 1, The above feeding guide part, A garment processing device characterized by comprising a transport roller for moving the above-mentioned inner part to the rotating part.

6. In paragraph 5, A garment processing device characterized in that the above transport rollers are provided in multiple numbers, and each of the transport rollers is connected to each other by a belt and rotates together.

7. In paragraph 5, The above rotating part, A discharge passage that guides the conveyed material from the conveying passage to the loading plate; and A garment processing device characterized by including a supply roller that feeds the lining moved through the discharge passage into the garment.

8. In paragraph 7, A garment processing device characterized in that the above supply roller and the plurality of above transport rollers are connected to each other by a belt and rotate together.

9. In paragraph 1, A garment processing device characterized in that the above-mentioned inner chamber is arranged parallel to the loading plate at a predetermined distance.

10. In paragraph 1, A garment processing device characterized in that the above-mentioned inner chamber is arranged at an angle with respect to the loading plate.

11. In paragraph 1, A garment processing device characterized in that the above folding line is formed in a direction intersecting the direction in which the garment is introduced.

12. In paragraph 1, A garment processing device characterized in that the above folding lines form a pair spaced apart by a predetermined distance along the direction in which the garment is introduced.

13. In paragraph 12, A garment processing device characterized in that a pair of said folding lines are arranged parallel to each other.

14. In paragraph 1, A garment processing device characterized in that a portion of the above folding line is formed by penetrating the above-mentioned paper.

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