Detergent supply assembly and laundry treatment device

Abstract

A detergent supply assembly and a laundry treatment device. The detergent supply assembly comprises a detergent box (30) and a dispenser box (140), wherein the detergent box (30) comprises a mixing cavity (30d), the dispenser box (140) comprises at least two detergent dispensing cavities (140a), each detergent dispensing cavity (140a) is provided with a discharge port (140b), and at least two discharge ports (140b) are communicated with the mixing cavity (30d). The at least two discharge ports (140b) are communicated with the mixing cavity (30d), so that detergents in a plurality of detergent dispensing cavities (140a) can enter the mixing cavity (30d) and be discharged from the mixing cavity (30d) into a laundry treatment cavity, and the water path is simple.

Description

A detergent supply component and a laundry treatment device

[0001] Cross-reference to related applications

[0002] This application is based on and claims priority to Chinese patent applications No. 202411205703.8, filed on August 29, 2024; No. 202411205725.4, filed on August 29, 2024; No. 202422115480.8, filed on August 29, 2024; and No. 202422117008.8, filed on August 29, 2024, and the entire contents of these four Chinese patent applications are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to the field of clothing processing technology, and in particular to a detergent supply component and clothing processing equipment. Background Technology

[0004] This section is intended to provide background or context for embodiments of this application. The description herein is not intended to imply that it is prior art simply because it is included in this section.

[0005] In related technologies, clothing processing equipment includes a washing drum and a dispensing device. The dispensing device includes a dispensing box and a water tank. The dispensing box has a detergent chamber for holding laundry detergent and a dispensing cavity for holding detergent. The bottom of the water tank has a dividing rib, which divides a portion of the water tank, such as the left half, into a first outlet tank and the remainder into a second outlet tank. The bottom of the first outlet tank has a detergent dissolution outlet, and the bottom of the second outlet tank has a main wash outlet. The first outlet tank is connected to the outlet of the detergent chamber on the dispensing box, and the water flow flushes the laundry detergent in the detergent chamber into the first outlet tank. The detergent in the dispensing box is dispensed into the second outlet tank through an integrated water channel on the top cover of the water tank.

[0006] Laundry detergent and washing liquid are dispensed through separate first and second water outlets. The detergent solution in the first outlet is discharged into the washing drum through the detergent solution outlet, while the washing liquid in the second outlet is discharged into the washing drum through the main wash outlet. Because laundry detergent and washing liquid are dispensed through separate first and second water outlets, users need to carefully identify the detergent dispenser and the washing liquid dispensing chamber to dispense them correctly. Furthermore, only the washing liquid is dispensed into the washing machine, while other detergents are not directly dispensed, reducing the efficiency of other detergents and resulting in a poor user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0007] In view of this, this application aims to provide a detergent supply component and a garment handling device to reduce the difficulty of detergent dispensing for users, improve the efficiency of using different types of detergents, and enhance the user experience.

[0008] This application embodiment provides a detergent supply assembly, the detergent supply assembly comprising:

[0009] Detergent dispenser, including a mixing chamber;

[0010] The dispenser box includes at least two detergent dispensing chambers, each of which has a discharge port, and the at least two discharge ports are in communication with the mixing chamber.

[0011] In some embodiments, the detergent dispenser includes an overflow chamber for receiving fluid overflowing from the mixing chamber. The mixing chamber and the overflow chamber are distributed along the upstream and downstream direction of the fluid passage. A first drain outlet is formed on the sidewall of the mixing chamber, and a second drain outlet is formed on the sidewall of the overflow chamber.

[0012] In some embodiments, the first drain outlet extends forward.

[0013] In some embodiments, the detergent supply assembly includes a partition structure with filter holes, the outlet is located above the mixing chamber, and the partition structure is disposed between the outlet and the mixing chamber.

[0014] In some embodiments, a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction is used as the projection plane, and the projection of the outlet does not overlap with the projection of the filter hole.

[0015] In some embodiments, the detergent supply assembly includes a spacer structure, the detergent cartridge has a cavity, the spacer structure extends upward from the wall of the cavity to divide the cavity into a sub-cavity and an overflow cavity, at least a portion of the sub-cavity is the mixing cavity, the sidewall of the mixing cavity forms a first drain outlet, and the sidewall of the overflow cavity forms a second drain outlet.

[0016] In some embodiments, the detergent supply assembly includes a partition structure with filter holes that separates the sub-cavity into a receiving cavity and a mixing cavity, the filter holes connecting the receiving cavity and the mixing cavity, and the outlet communicating with the receiving cavity.

[0017] In some embodiments, a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction is used as the projection plane, and the projection of the partition structure and the projection of the second drain outlet do not overlap at least partially.

[0018] In some embodiments, the partition structure is inclined downwards from the direction away from the second drain outlet toward the direction closer to the second drain outlet.

[0019] In some embodiments, the detergent supply assembly further includes:

[0020] The system includes a first drain outlet, a partition structure, and a first bottom wall, wherein the partition structure is disposed above the first bottom wall, and the space between the two defines the mixing chamber. The first drain outlet is connected to the mixing chamber.

[0021] The detergent mixture discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber flows through the partition structure and enters the mixing chamber, and the fluid in the mixing chamber is discharged through the first drain outlet.

[0022] In some embodiments, the partition structure has a plurality of filter holes that communicate with the mixing chamber. The filter holes are used to filter the detergent mixture solution discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber and discharge the filtered detergent mixture solution into the mixing chamber.

[0023] In some embodiments, the first end of the partition structure along a first direction is used to receive the detergent mixture solution discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber, and the partition structure extends downwardly in the first direction away from the first end.

[0024] In some embodiments, the bottom wall of the detergent dispensing chamber is disposed above the partition structure, and the bottom wall of the detergent dispensing chamber is inclined to guide the detergent mixture in the detergent dispensing chamber to the first end of the partition structure.

[0025] In some embodiments, the first drain outlet is disposed at one end of the first bottom wall portion along a first direction, and the first bottom wall portion extends downward at an angle toward the first drain outlet in the first direction.

[0026] In some embodiments, the detergent supply assembly includes an overflow chamber and a second drain outlet. The overflow chamber is used to collect the detergent mixture overflowing from the mixing chamber, and the second drain outlet is used to discharge the detergent mixture in the overflow chamber from the detergent dispensing device. The baffle structure extends downwardly at an angle in a first direction toward the overflow chamber to guide substances on the top surface of the baffle structure that have not passed through the filter holes into the overflow chamber.

[0027] In some embodiments, the detergent supply assembly has a spacer structure;

[0028] The overflow cavity and the mixing cavity are located on opposite sides of the partition structure, and the partition structure extends above the partition structure; or, the partition structure extends to the surface of the partition structure facing the mixing cavity, and the top surface of the partition structure is not lower than the top edge of the partition structure.

[0029] In some embodiments, the first bottom wall portion forms part of the bottom wall of the detergent box, the partition structure is disposed inside the detergent box and is a separate structure from the detergent box; or, the partition structure forms part of the bottom wall of the detergent box, the first bottom wall portion is a separate structure from the detergent box, and the first bottom wall portion is disposed outside the detergent box.

[0030] This application embodiment also provides a garment processing device, including:

[0031] Garment processing chamber;

[0032] And the detergent supply assembly described in any embodiment of this application, wherein the detergent supply assembly is used to dispense a detergent mixture into the garment processing chamber.

[0033] The detergent supply component provided in this application, compared to the related technology where laundry powder and liquid detergent enter the first and second water outlet tanks respectively, has at least two outlets connected to the mixing chamber. This allows detergent from multiple detergent dispensing chambers to enter the mixing chamber and be discharged to the garment processing chamber, simplifying the water path. Users no longer need to distinguish between liquid and powdered laundry detergent; they can choose any of the multiple detergent dispensing chambers, reducing the difficulty of dispensing, improving the efficiency of using different types of detergent, and enhancing the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a clothing processing device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the first type of nozzle and door seal ring in one embodiment of this application;

[0036] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of part of the structure in Figure 1, where the dashed arrows schematically show the direction of fluid flow;

[0037] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the structure shown in Figure 3 from another perspective;

[0038] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the structure shown in Figure 3 from another perspective, in which the dashed arrows schematically show the direction of fluid flow;

[0039] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of a portion of the structure of the detergent box in one embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the structure shown in Figure 6 without the filter plate, from another perspective.

[0041] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the structure shown in Figure 7 from another perspective;

[0042] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of a detergent supply assembly in one embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 10 is a cross-sectional view along the AA direction in Figure 9, showing the cross-sectional view of the first type of dispenser box. The dashed arrows schematically indicate the direction of fluid flow.

[0044] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of a first type of nozzle in one embodiment of this application;

[0045] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the first type of nozzle shown in Figure 11 from another perspective;

[0046] Figure 13 is a cross-sectional view along the BB direction in Figure 12;

[0047] Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of the first type of nozzle shown in Figure 11 from another perspective;

[0048] Figure 15 is a cross-sectional view along the CC direction in Figure 14;

[0049] Figure 16 shows the structure shown in Figure 15, where the dashed arrows schematically indicate the direction of fluid flow.

[0050] Figure 17 is a schematic diagram of the structure shown in Figure 16 from another perspective;

[0051] Figure 18 is a structural schematic diagram of the first type of workbench and the second type of dispenser box in the embodiments of this application;

[0052] Figure 19 is a schematic diagram of the structure shown in Figure 18 from another perspective;

[0053] Figure 20 is a structural schematic diagram of the first type of workbench in one embodiment of this application, wherein the dashed arrows schematically show the direction of fluid flow;

[0054] Figure 21 is a partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of the first type of workbench shown in Figure 20. The dashed arrows schematically show the direction of fluid flow and are used to indicate the first and second water channels.

[0055] Figure 22 is a schematic diagram of the first type of workbench shown in Figure 20 from another perspective;

[0056] Figure 23 is a schematic diagram of the first type of workbench in Figure 22 without a filter plate, showing the water inlet valve;

[0057] Figure 24 is a schematic diagram of the cannula structure in one embodiment of this application;

[0058] Figure 25 is a cross-sectional view along the DD direction in Figure 24;

[0059] Figure 26 is a structural schematic diagram of the second type of dispenser box in Figure 18;

[0060] Figure 27 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a second type of workbench in one embodiment of this application;

[0061] Figure 28 is a structural schematic diagram of the second type of workbench shown in Figure 27 from another perspective, in which the dashed arrows schematically show the direction of fluid flow;

[0062] Figure 29 is a structural schematic diagram of the second type of workbench shown in Figure 27 from another perspective;

[0063] Figure 30 is a cross-sectional view along the EE direction in Figure 29;

[0064] Figure 31 is an enlarged schematic diagram of point F in Figure 30, where the dashed arrows schematically show the direction of fluid flow and are used to indicate the first and second water channels. Detailed Implementation

[0065] Where there is no conflict, the embodiments and technical features in the embodiments of this application can be combined with each other. The detailed description in the specific implementation should be understood as an explanation of the purpose of this application and should not be regarded as an undue limitation on this application.

[0066] It should be noted that in the embodiments of this application, "down" refers to the direction of the ground, and "up" is the opposite of "down"; "front" refers to the direction facing the user, and "back" is the opposite of "front"; "left" is the side where the user's left hand is when the user is in front of the clothing processing equipment, and "right" is the opposite of "left"; the up-down, front-back, and left-right directions are perpendicular to each other. In the embodiments of this application, the orientations or positional relationships of "up," "down," "front," "back," "left," and "right" are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that these orientational terms are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. The application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0067] In the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means that the quantity includes two or more. "At least two" means that the quantity includes two or more.

[0068] The garment processing apparatus provided in this application includes a garment processing chamber and a detergent supply assembly as described in any embodiment of this application. The garment processing chamber is used to hold garments. The detergent supply assembly is used to dispense detergent.

[0069] The clothing processing device provided in this application embodiment has no limited functionality. For example, in addition to washing, the clothing processing device may also have a drying function. The drying function can be used to dry clothing.

[0070] Clothing processing equipment can be either drum-type or pulsator-type, such as drum washing machines or pulsator washing machines.

[0071] The garment processing chamber of a drum-type garment processing device rotates about an axis extending horizontally or obliquely. The garment processing chamber of a pulsator-type garment processing device rotates about an axis extending vertically.

[0072] The axis of inclination refers to the axis of the garment processing chamber being oblique to the horizontal direction.

[0073] Referring to Figure 1, the garment processing device may include a tubular assembly 10, the axis of which may extend vertically, horizontally, or obliquely. The internal space of the tubular assembly 10 may be at least a portion of the garment processing chamber.

[0074] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 1 and 2, the garment handling device may include a door seal ring 60. The axis of the drum assembly 10 extends horizontally or obliquely, and the door seal ring 60 may be disposed at the front end of the drum assembly 10. The garment handling device in this embodiment is also referred to as a drum-type garment handling device, such as a drum washing machine.

[0075] In some embodiments, referring to Figure 18, the garment handling apparatus includes a worktable 80, the axis of which extends vertically, and the worktable 80 may be disposed above the drum assembly. The worktable 80 constitutes the exterior surface of the garment handling apparatus. The garment handling apparatus in this embodiment is also referred to as a pulsator-type garment handling apparatus, such as a pulsator washing machine.

[0076] Please refer to Figure 18. The workbench 80 has a clothing inlet 80a, which extends through two surfaces of the workbench 80 in the vertical direction and is connected to the clothing processing chamber.

[0077] In some embodiments, the drum assembly 10 includes a rotatable inner drum with a loading / unloading port. The loading / unloading port can face upwards or forwards. The inner drum can be used to hold loads such as clothing. The inner drum can rotate, for example, clothing, water, and detergent rotate with the inner drum, so that the clothing continuously changes its posture inside the inner drum, and the fluids such as water and detergent change their flow direction with the inner drum.

[0078] For pulsator-type garment handling equipment, the loading and unloading ports face upwards. Users can put or take out garments into or out of the inner drum from above through the garment loading port 80a and the loading and unloading port.

[0079] For drum-type garment handling equipment, the loading and unloading port faces forward. Users can put or take out clothes into or out of the inner drum from the front through the space enclosed by the door seal ring 60 and the loading and unloading port.

[0080] In some embodiments, the inner cylinder may be generally hollow and cylindrical.

[0081] In some embodiments, referring to Figure 1, the tub assembly 10 includes an outer tub 11, and an inner tub may be disposed within the outer tub 11. The outer tub 11 can be used to hold water for washing clothes, and the inner tub is used to hold clothes.

[0082] In this embodiment, water is contained in the outer tub 11, and the inner tub can also be referred to as a perforated inner tub. The space inside the inner tub is at least a portion of the garment processing chamber. Fluid can flow through the flow holes in the inner tub between the space between the outer tub 11 and the inner tub, and between the space inside the inner tub.

[0083] In some embodiments, referring to Figure 1, the outer barrel 11 may be generally hollow and cylindrical.

[0084] In some embodiments, the inner cylinder holds water on its own and can also be referred to as a non-perforated inner cylinder. An outer cylinder 11 may or may not be provided on the outside of the inner cylinder.

[0085] It is understood that in some embodiments, the cylinder assembly 10 may only have an inner cylinder and not the aforementioned outer cylinder 11. In this embodiment, the inner cylinder is a non-perforated inner cylinder that can hold water. The inner cylinder can be a single-cylinder structure. In other words, the clothing processing device has only one cylinder, the inner cylinder.

[0086] In some embodiments, the garment handling equipment includes a housing, with the cylindrical assembly 10 disposed within the housing.

[0087] In some embodiments, the housing may be approximately hexahedral in shape, such as a cube or a cuboid.

[0088] In some embodiments, the garment handling device includes a door for selectively opening or closing an opening in a housing. The housing has an opening communicating with the internal space of a drum assembly 10. The axis of the drum assembly 10 extends horizontally or obliquely. A door seal ring 60 can be used to seal the gap between the drum assembly 10 and the opening in the housing. The communicating space formed by the door, door seal ring 60, and the interior of the drum assembly 10 constitutes a garment handling cavity. That is, for a drum-type garment handling device, the door, door seal ring 60, and the communicating space formed inside the drum assembly 10 constitute a garment handling cavity.

[0089] In some embodiments, the garment handling device includes a door, the axis of the drum assembly 10 extends vertically, the worktable 80 can be disposed within the housing, and the door can selectively open or close the garment loading port 80a. That is, for a pulsator-type garment handling device, the space inside the inner drum can be at least a portion of the garment handling chamber, the worktable 80 and the housing together define a placement chamber, and the drum assembly 10 is located within the placement chamber.

[0090] The workbench 80 can be located on the upper part of the box. It can be understood that the projection plane is a plane perpendicular to the front-back direction, and the bisector is a straight line extending horizontally and bisecting the projection of the box. The upper part of the box can be the part of the box located above the bisector.

[0091] The workbench 80 can also be used to install components such as control panels, which can be used to control the operation of the clothing processing equipment.

[0092] Please refer to Figures 3 to 10 and Figures 18 to 23. The detergent supply assembly provided in this application embodiment can be used in clothing processing equipment. The detergent supply assembly includes a detergent box 30 and a dispenser box 140. The detergent box 30 includes a mixing chamber 30d. The dispenser box 140 includes at least two detergent dispensing chambers 140a. Each detergent dispensing chamber 140a is provided with a discharge port 140b. The at least two discharge ports 140b are connected to the mixing chamber 30d.

[0093] The detergent dispensing chamber 140a can be used to hold detergent. Each detergent dispensing chamber 140a can dispense detergents with different or the same functions.

[0094] The functions of detergents include, but are not limited to, cleaning, softening, or adding fragrance.

[0095] The type of detergent is not limited, and detergents include, but are not limited to, cleaning agents, fabric softeners, and / or fragrances, etc.

[0096] The form of the cleaning agent is not limited; it can be powdered laundry detergent or liquid laundry detergent, etc.

[0097] The detergent dispensing chamber 140a can be used to hold powdered laundry detergent. Of course, the detergent dispensing chamber 140a can also be used to hold detergents with flow characteristics, such as liquid laundry detergent.

[0098] Please refer to Figures 10, 26 and 31. The outlet 140b connects the detergent dispensing chamber 140a and the mixing chamber 30d. The detergent in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a enters the mixing chamber 30d through the outlet 140b. The mixing chamber 30d is used to hold the detergent mixture solution.

[0099] The fluid in mixing chamber 30d enters the garment processing chamber. In other words, the detergent mixture in mixing chamber 30d eventually enters the garment processing chamber to process the garments.

[0100] It should be noted that the detergent mixture mentioned in this application is merely for ease of description and refers to a mixture containing dissolved detergent. Its mass percentage concentration is not limited, and the detergent mixture does not necessarily mean that the detergent is completely dissolved. In some embodiments, the detergent mixture may be undiluted detergent added by the user. In other embodiments, the detergent mixture may be a mixture of detergent and water from a water source. Furthermore, the dashed lines with arrows in the accompanying drawings of this specification indicate the direction of fluid flow.

[0101] The detergent supply component provided in this application, compared to the related art where laundry powder and liquid detergent enter the first and second water outlet tanks respectively, has at least two outlets 140b connected to the mixing chamber 30d. This allows detergent from multiple detergent dispensing chambers 140a to enter the mixing chamber 30d and be discharged into the garment processing chamber, simplifying the water path. Users no longer need to distinguish between liquid and powdered laundry detergent during dispensing; they can choose any of the multiple detergent dispensing chambers 140a, reducing the difficulty of dispensing, improving the efficiency of using different types of detergent, and enhancing the user experience.

[0102] In some embodiments, referring to FIG26, the upper surface of the dispenser box 140 forms an addition port communicating with the detergent dispensing chamber 140a. The user can add detergent to the detergent dispensing chamber 140a from above through the addition port.

[0103] In some embodiments, the detergent in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a can be flushed with water to allow the detergent to enter the mixing chamber 30d. For example, a spray nozzle can spray water into the detergent dispensing chamber 140a, and the water flow impacts and washes the detergent in the dispensing chamber to generate a detergent mixture solution. The detergent mixture solution then enters the mixing chamber 30d through the outlet 140b.

[0104] In some embodiments, the spray nozzle may be formed on the detergent dispenser 30 or the workbench 80, etc.

[0105] In one embodiment, the spray nozzle may be located above the detergent dispensing chamber 140a. For example, the detergent dispenser 30 includes a lid and a body, with the lid positioned above the body and together defining a cavity, a portion of which may be a mixing chamber 30d, and the lid forming the spray nozzle.

[0106] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 10, 18, 26, and 31, the dispenser box 140 is removably disposed within the detergent dispenser 30. Exemplarily, the dispenser box 140 is retractably disposed within the detergent dispenser 30; for example, at least a portion of the dispenser box 140 can be pulled out to the outside of the detergent dispenser 30, allowing the user to dispense detergent into the detergent dispensing chamber 140a. After dispensing or when washing clothes, the dispenser box 140 can be pushed back into the detergent dispenser 30.

[0107] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10 and Figures 21 to 31, the detergent dispenser 30 includes an overflow chamber 30c for receiving fluid overflowing from the mixing chamber 30d. The mixing chamber 30d and the overflow chamber 30c are distributed along the upstream and downstream direction of the fluid passage. A first drain outlet 30b is formed on the sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d, and a second drain outlet 30a is formed on the sidewall of the overflow chamber 30c. That is, in the same water passage, the mixing chamber 30d is located upstream of the overflow chamber 30c. Exemplarily, the mixing chamber 30d and the overflow chamber 30c are distributed along the front and rear direction; for example, the mixing chamber 30d may be located behind or in front of the overflow chamber 30c. The first drain outlet 30b communicates with the mixing chamber 30d to discharge the fluid in the mixing chamber 30d into the laundry processing chamber. The second drain outlet 30a communicates with the overflow chamber 30c to discharge the fluid in the overflow chamber 30c into the laundry processing chamber.

[0108] In this embodiment, when the liquid level in the mixing chamber 30d is not higher than the overflow level, the fluid in the mixing chamber 30d is discharged from the first drain port 30b. When the liquid level in the mixing chamber 30d is higher than the overflow level, the excess fluid in the mixing chamber 30d overflows into the overflow chamber 30c and is discharged from the second drain port 30a. That is, the detergent mixture solution preferentially exits from the first drain port 30b, and the second drain port 30a serves as a safety protection, enabling timely discharge of excess fluid from the mixing chamber 30d. The mixing chamber 30d and the overflow chamber 30c are distributed along the front-to-back direction, and their dimensions along the left-to-right direction can be relatively large to facilitate the adaptation of the mixing chamber 30d to multiple detergent dispensing chambers 140a to hold the fluid from the detergent dispensing chambers 140a; the overflow chamber 30c has a moderate volume to receive the fluid overflowing from the mixing chamber 30d.

[0109] In one exemplary embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10 and Figures 21 to 31, the mixing chamber 30d can be located behind the overflow chamber 30c, and the outlet 140b can be formed on the rear sidewall of the distributor box 140. For example, using a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane, the projection of the outlet 140b is located within the projection range of the mixing chamber 30d. The fluid discharged from the outlet 140b is relatively far from the location of the overflow chamber 30c, which to some extent avoids the problem that when the flow rate of the outlet 140b is large, the fluid in the mixing chamber 30d overflows into the overflow chamber 30c before reaching the overflow level.

[0110] It is understandable that the shape and size of the outlet 140b are not limited and can be set according to requirements.

[0111] The arrangement of the multiple detergent dispensing chambers 140a is not limited. In one embodiment, as shown in Figure 18, the multiple detergent dispensing chambers 140a can be arranged in the left-right direction.

[0112] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10, the first drain outlet 30b is located upstream of the second drain outlet 30a. That is, the fluid flows through the first drain outlet 30b first, and then through the second drain outlet 30a.

[0113] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10, the flow area of ​​the second drain outlet 30a is larger than that of the first drain outlet 30b. This means that, under the same water volume, the drainage capacity of the second drain outlet 30a is greater than that of the first drain outlet 30b. Because the flow area of ​​the first drain outlet 30b is smaller, its outflow rate is relatively lower. The second drain outlet 30a and the overflow chamber 30c can promptly discharge the detergent mixture or water flow from the first water path 40A in case of overflow, reducing water flow blockage and providing safety protection.

[0114] It should be noted that the flow cross-section mentioned in this specification is a cross-section perpendicular to the streamline cluster. When the streamline clusters are not parallel to each other, the flow cross-section is curved; when the streamline clusters are parallel straight lines, the flow cross-section is a plane. The flow area refers to the area of ​​the flow cross-section.

[0115] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10, the first drain outlet 30b extends forward. For drum-type garment processing equipment, the space above the drum assembly 10 is limited, and the distance between the detergent supply component and the drum assembly 10 is restricted. The first drain outlet 30b extends forward to avoid interference with the drum assembly 10, thereby adapting to the limited space above the drum assembly 10.

[0116] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10 and Figures 21 to 31, the detergent dispenser 30 includes a receiving cavity 30e located above the mixing cavity 30d. A filter hole 302a is formed on the upper sidewall of the mixing cavity 30d, and an outlet 140b communicates with the receiving cavity 30e. The filter hole 302a connects the receiving cavity 30e and the mixing cavity 30d. Specifically, with at least a portion of the dispenser box 140 located within the detergent dispenser 30, the portion of the dispenser box 140 having the outlet 140b is located within the receiving cavity 30e.

[0117] In this embodiment, the fluid in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a first enters the receiving chamber 30e, and then enters the mixing chamber 30d through the filter hole 302a. Taking laundry detergent as an example, the water flow impacts and dissolves the laundry detergent in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a. Because the water flow impacts the laundry detergent in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a for a relatively short time, insufficient dissolution of the laundry detergent is likely to occur. The upper sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d can temporarily retain particles larger than or equal to the pore size of the filter hole 302a on the upper sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d, while particles smaller than the pore size of the filter hole 302a can enter the mixing chamber 30d and then enter the clothing processing chamber through the first outlet 140b. During the washing process, the fluid from the detergent dispensing chamber can repeatedly rinse the laundry detergent on the upper sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d, allowing the laundry detergent to dissolve again before entering the mixing chamber 30d. This design results in better dissolution of the laundry detergent, and the laundry detergent particles entering the clothing processing chamber are relatively small, improving the cleaning effect.

[0118] Understandably, the aperture size and shape of the filter orifice 302a can be set as needed. The shape of the filter orifice 302a includes, but is not limited to, circles, ovals, polygons, or irregular shapes. Irregular shapes refer to irregular shapes.

[0119] In one embodiment, the detergent supply assembly includes a partition structure 302 with filter holes 302a, and an outlet 140b located above the mixing chamber 30d. The partition structure 302 is disposed between the outlet 140b and the mixing chamber 30d, and the partition structure 302 serves as a filter and can be referred to as a filter plate. The partition structure 302 can be connected to the detergent box 30. The partition structure 302 can serve as the upper sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d, or the partition structure 302 can not serve as the upper sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d.

[0120] In this embodiment, the fluid in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a enters the mixing chamber 30d through the filter hole 302a. Taking laundry detergent as an example, the water flow impacts and dissolves the laundry detergent in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a. The partition structure 302 can temporarily retain particles larger than or equal to the pore size of the filter hole 302a, while particles smaller than the pore size of the filter hole 302a can enter the mixing chamber 30d and then enter the garment processing chamber through the first outlet 140b. During the washing process, the detergent mixture from the detergent dispensing chamber can repeatedly rinse the laundry detergent retained in the partition structure 302, allowing the laundry detergent to dissolve again before entering the mixing chamber 30d. This design results in better dissolution of the laundry detergent, and the laundry detergent particles entering the garment processing chamber are relatively small, improving the cleaning effect.

[0121] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10, 27, and 31, the projection of the outlet 140b does not overlap with the projection of the filter hole 302a, using a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane. The dispenser box 140 is removably disposed within the detergent box 30. With at least a portion of the dispenser box 140 located within the detergent box 30, the projection of the outlet 140b does not overlap with the projection of the filter hole 302a, using a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane. That is, the projections of the outlet 140b and the filter hole 302a are spaced apart. This design ensures that the fluid from the outlet 140b first contacts the solid portion of the upper sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d without the filter hole 302a, and then flows to the location of the filter hole 302a. This can, to a certain extent, prevent the detergent mixture from the outlet 140b from directly impacting the filter hole 302a, thus avoiding particles larger than the pore size of the filter hole 302a from being flushed into the mixing chamber 30d.

[0122] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 11 and Figures 21 to 31, the outlet 140b is located above the mixing chamber 30d. The fluid discharged from the outlet 140b flows downwards into the mixing chamber 30d under the influence of flow velocity and gravity. For example, the fluid discharged from the outlet first contacts the upper sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d, is filtered through the filter holes 302a, and then enters the mixing chamber 30d. Larger particles of laundry detergent remain temporarily on the upper sidewall of the mixing chamber 30d, and are repeatedly rinsed by the fluid from the outlet 140b before entering the mixing chamber 30d, thereby improving the mixing uniformity.

[0123] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10 and Figures 27 to 31, the detergent supply assembly includes a spacer structure 301. The detergent cartridge 30 has a cavity. The spacer structure 301 extends upward from the wall of the cavity to divide the cavity into a sub-cavity and an overflow cavity 30c. At least a portion of the sub-cavity is a mixing cavity 30d. The sidewall of the mixing cavity 30d forms a first drain outlet 30b, and the sidewall of the overflow cavity 30c forms a second drain outlet 30a.

[0124] It is understood that the top of the partition structure 301 can be spaced from the upper surface of the cavity, and the fluid level in the mixing cavity 30d is higher than the height of the partition structure 301. The fluid in the mixing cavity 30d can overflow into the overflow cavity 30c through the gap between the partition structure 301 and the upper surface of the cavity. The partition structure 301 can also be referred to as a water-blocking rib.

[0125] In this embodiment, the partition structure 301 separates the sub-cavity and the overflow cavity 30c. The fluid level in the mixing cavity 30d is higher than the height of the partition structure 301. The fluid in the mixing cavity 30d can overflow into the overflow cavity 30c through the gap between the partition structure 301 and the upper surface of the cavity.

[0126] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10 and Figures 27 to 31, the detergent supply assembly includes a partition structure 302 with filter holes 302a. The partition structure 302 separates a sub-cavity into a receiving cavity 30e and a mixing cavity 30d. The filter holes 302a connect the receiving cavity 30e and the mixing cavity 30d, and the outlet 140b communicates with the receiving cavity 30e. Exemplarily, the outlet 140b may be located within the receiving cavity 30e. The receiving cavity 30e and the mixing cavity 30d share the partition structure 302.

[0127] In this embodiment, the fluid discharged from outlet 140b flows sequentially through the receiving cavity 30e, the filter hole 302a, and the mixing cavity 30d. That is, the fluid discharged from outlet 140b first enters the receiving cavity 30e, is filtered by the partition structure 302, and then enters the mixing cavity 30d through the filter hole 302a. Taking laundry detergent as an example, the water flow impacts and dissolves the laundry detergent in the detergent dispensing cavity 140a. Because the water flow impacts the laundry detergent in the detergent dispensing cavity 140a for a relatively short time, insufficient dissolution of the laundry detergent is likely to occur. The partition structure 302 can temporarily retain particles larger than or equal to the pore size of the filter hole 302a in the receiving cavity 30e, while particles smaller than the pore size of the filter hole 302a can enter the mixing cavity 30d and then enter the clothing processing cavity through the first outlet 140b. During the washing process, the detergent mixture from the washing dispensing cavity can repeatedly rinse the laundry detergent retained in the receiving cavity 30e, allowing the laundry detergent to dissolve again before entering the mixing cavity 30d. This design allows for better dissolution of laundry detergent, resulting in smaller detergent particles entering the garment processing chamber and improved cleaning performance.

[0128] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10 and Figures 27 to 31, the receiving cavity 30e is located above the mixing cavity 30d. That is, the thickness direction of the partition structure 302 can be aligned with the vertical direction. The partition structure 302 can temporarily retain particles larger than or equal to the pore size of the filter pore 302a on its upper surface, while particles smaller than the pore size of the filter pore 302a can enter the mixing cavity 30d below, and then enter the garment processing cavity through the first outlet 140b. During the washing process, the detergent mixture from the washing dispensing cavity can repeatedly rinse the detergent on the upper surface of the partition structure 302, causing the detergent to dissolve again before entering the mixing cavity 30d. This results in better detergent dissolution and relatively smaller detergent particles entering the garment processing cavity, improving the cleaning effect.

[0129] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10, with a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane, the projections of the partition structure 302 and the second drain outlet 30a do not overlap at least partially. For example, with a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane, the projections of the partition structure 302 and the second drain outlet 30a partially do not overlap. Or, for another example, with a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane, the projections of the partition structure 302 and the second drain outlet 30a do not overlap at all. This design can reduce the probability of the partition structure 302 obstructing the second drain outlet 30a to a certain extent, allowing detergent particles retained on the partition structure 302 to enter the second drain outlet 30a and be discharged.

[0130] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10, with a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane, the projection of the partition structure 302 is entirely located on the side where the projection of the partition structure 301 is far from the projection of the second drain outlet 30a. With this design, the partition structure 302 will not obstruct the second drain outlet 30a.

[0131] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10 and Figures 27 to 31, the connection between the partition structure 302 and the spacer structure 301 is shown. Thus, the spacer structure 301 can provide support for the partition structure 302 and also prevent fluid from flowing through the gap between the partition structure 302 and the spacer structure 301.

[0132] In some embodiments, the upper surface of the spacer structure 301 is higher than the upper surface of the partition structure 302. That is, in the vertical direction, the spacer structure 301 protrudes from the partition structure 302.

[0133] In some embodiments, the upper surface of the spacer structure 301 is lower than the upper surface of the partition structure 302. That is, in the vertical direction, the partition structure 302 protrudes from the spacer structure 301.

[0134] In some embodiments, the upper surface of the spacer structure 301 is flush with the upper surface of the partition structure 302.

[0135] For example, please refer to Figures 6 to 10. The upper surface of the partition structure 302 is connected to the upper surface of the spacer structure 301. The upper surface of the partition structure 302 protrudes from the upper surface of the spacer structure 301, and the spacer structure 301 does not block the laundry detergent on the upper surface of the partition structure 302 from entering the overflow chamber 30c.

[0136] In some embodiments, the outer periphery of the partition structure 302 may be connected to the surface of the sub-cavity and the spacer structure 301. With this design, the partition structure 302, the spacer structure 301, and the surface of the sub-cavity together enclose the mixing cavity 30d. Fluid within the receiving cavity 30e enters the mixing cavity 30d through the filter holes 302a, and does not enter the mixing cavity 30d through the gaps between the outer periphery of the partition structure 302 and the surface of the sub-cavity, or between the outer periphery of the partition structure 302 and the spacer structure 301.

[0137] In some embodiments, the partition structure 302 may be generally flat. The partition structure 302 is simple in structure and easy to manufacture.

[0138] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 6 to 10, the partition structure 302 slopes downward from the direction away from the second drain outlet 30a towards the direction closer to the second drain outlet 30a. The upper surface of the partition structure 302 also slopes downward from the direction away from the second drain outlet 30a towards the direction closer to the second drain outlet 30a. This design allows fluid to flow downward along the upper surface of the partition structure 302 from the direction away from the second drain outlet 30a towards the direction closer to the second drain outlet 30a, reducing the risk of detergent accumulation on the upper surface of the partition structure 302.

[0139] The following description will take a detergent supply component applied to a drum washing machine as an example in one embodiment of this application.

[0140] Please refer to Figure 10. The detergent supply assembly includes a first drain outlet 30b, a detergent dispensing chamber 140a, a partition structure 302, and a first bottom wall portion 303.

[0141] Referring to Figures 6 and 10, the partition structure 302 is disposed above the first bottom wall portion 303, and the space between the two defines a mixing chamber 30d. The first drain outlet 30b communicates with the mixing chamber 30d. That is, the top surface of the first bottom wall portion 303 forms the bottom wall of the mixing chamber 30d, and the bottom surface of the partition structure 302 forms the top wall of the mixing chamber 30d. The partition structure 302 is plate-shaped, but is not limited to being a straight or curved plate.

[0142] The detergent mixture discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber 140a flows through the partition structure 302 and enters the mixing chamber 30d. The fluid in the mixing chamber 30d is discharged through the first drain outlet 30b and finally enters the clothing processing chamber of the clothing processing equipment.

[0143] The detergent mixture can flow through the partition structure 302 and into the mixing chamber 30d in the following ways: the detergent mixture flows down from the edge of the partition structure 302, or the partition structure 302 has through holes that communicate with the mixing chamber 30d. The shape and number of through holes are not limited, and the detergent mixture flows into the mixing chamber 30d through the through holes.

[0144] In the detergent dispensing device provided in this embodiment, due to the presence of the baffle structure 302, on the one hand, the detergent mixture solution has a longer flow path from its formation in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a to its discharge from the first drain outlet 30b, resulting in better mixing between the detergent and the fluid; on the other hand, when the detergent is laundry powder, it is prone to clumping due to insufficient dissolution or moisture. When the detergent mixture solution flows through the baffle structure 302, due to the difference in properties between solids and liquids, at least some of the laundry powder clumps remain on the baffle structure 302, thereby reducing the probability of downstream structures being blocked by laundry powder clumps and improving the reliability of the detergent dispensing device.

[0145] For example, as shown in FIG10, the bottom wall 304 of the detergent dispensing chamber 140a extends downward at an angle from front to back, while the baffle structure 302 extends downward at an angle from back to front and is disposed below the bottom wall 304. The detergent mixture flows out from the outlet of the detergent dispensing chamber 140a and flows through the baffle structure 302. In this way, the dimensions of the detergent supply assembly in the front-back direction are small, which saves space and allows the detergent mixture to have a longer flow path within the detergent supply assembly, resulting in better dissolution.

[0146] In some embodiments, the partition structure 302 has a plurality of filter holes 302a, which are connected to the mixing chamber 30d. The filter holes 302a are used to filter the detergent mixture solution discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber 140a and discharge the filtered detergent mixture solution into the mixing chamber 30d. The filter holes may be in the form of through holes provided on the partition structure 302.

[0147] After the detergent mixture in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a is discharged, it passes through the baffle structure 302 under gravity and enters the mixing chamber 30d below. Then, it flows out of the detergent supply assembly from the first drain outlet 30b. During this process, the baffle structure 302 filters the detergent mixture. On one hand, because the baffle structure 302 has multiple filter holes 302a, it promotes mixing of the detergent mixture with air as it passes through the baffle structure 302, increasing the foaming effect of the detergent. On the other hand, when the detergent is laundry powder, the baffle structure 302 can intercept detergent powder lumps larger than the filter holes 302a, reducing the likelihood of them clogging the first drain outlet 30b and downstream structures after entering the mixing chamber 30d, further improving the reliability of the detergent dispensing device 100.

[0148] For example, the pore size of filter pore 302a is 2mm to 3.5mm, including but not limited to 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 3.5mm, etc., which can effectively intercept detergent clumps and has little impact on the flow rate of the detergent mixture entering the mixing chamber 30d. The pore size of each filter pore 302a can be the same or different.

[0149] It should be noted that the form of the partition structure 302 is not limited. For example, the partition structure 302 can be a straight plate (as shown in Figure 6) or a groove, etc.

[0150] In some embodiments, please refer to FIG10, the first end of the partition structure 302 along the first direction is used to receive the detergent mixture solution discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber 140a, and the partition structure 302 extends downward at an angle away from the first end in the first direction, the first direction being the angle of the partition structure 302.

[0151] On the inclined partition structure 302, the detergent block has a tendency to shift along the first direction. All or part of the detergent block intercepted on the partition structure 302 can be concentrated in the direction away from the first end along the first direction, which can reduce the number of filter holes 302a blocked by detergent block, so that the flow rate of detergent mixture entering the mixing chamber 30d is less affected.

[0152] In addition, the detergent mixture discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber 140a also flows from the first end of the partition structure 302 along the first direction on the partition structure 302, which can wash away the residual detergent clumps on the partition structure 302, promote the dissolution of detergent, and make its size small enough to easily pass through the filter hole 302a and enter the mixing chamber 30d.

[0153] In some embodiments, please refer to FIG10, the bottom wall 304 of the detergent dispensing chamber 140a is disposed above the partition structure 302, and the bottom wall 304 of the detergent dispensing chamber 140a is inclined to guide the detergent mixture discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber 140a to the first end of the partition structure 302.

[0154] In other words, after the detergent mixture in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a is discharged, it flows down along the bottom wall 304 and downwards from the first end of the partition structure 302 in the first direction. Thus, there is no need to provide an additional drain pipe for the detergent dispensing chamber 140a; instead, the detergent mixture is guided to the partition structure 302 via the bottom wall 304 within the detergent supply assembly, making the structure within the detergent supply assembly more compact.

[0155] In some embodiments, referring to FIG10, a first drain outlet 30b is disposed at one end of a first bottom wall portion 303 along a first direction, and the first bottom wall portion 303 extends downward at an angle towards the first drain outlet 30b in the first direction. In this way, the fluid in the mixing chamber 30d spontaneously concentrates at the first drain outlet 30b and is discharged from the detergent supply assembly without the need for additional means to power the flow of the detergent mixture, and this arrangement accelerates the discharge of the detergent mixture.

[0156] It should be noted that the first bottom wall portion 303 and the partition structure 302 can have the same inclination direction, but their inclination angles can be different. For example, compared to the first bottom wall portion 303, the partition structure 302 has a greater degree of inclination, which is conducive to the displacement of the detergent block; or, compared to the partition structure 302, the first bottom wall portion 303 has a greater degree of inclination, which is conducive to the rapid discharge of the detergent mixture solution.

[0157] For example, in some embodiments, the first drain outlet 30b is located at the lowest point in the mixing chamber 30d.

[0158] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 8 and 9. The detergent supply assembly includes an overflow chamber 30c and a second drain outlet 30a. The overflow chamber 30c is used to collect the detergent mixture overflowing from the mixing chamber 30d. The second drain outlet 30a is used to discharge the detergent mixture in the overflow chamber 30c into the detergent dispensing device 100. For example, the laundry treatment device also includes a water inlet pipe 70. The water inlet end of the water inlet pipe 70 is connected to the second drain outlet 30a, and the water outlet end is connected to the drum assembly 10 to allow the fluid in the overflow chamber 30c to enter the laundry treatment chamber. In other words, the overflow chamber 30c and the second drain outlet 30a serve to protect the detergent dispensing device 100 and assist in water intake.

[0159] Referring to Figure 10, the baffle structure 302 extends downward at an angle along the first direction toward the overflow chamber 30c, guiding substances (e.g., detergent clumps) that have not passed through the filter holes 302a on the top surface of the baffle structure 302 into the overflow chamber 30c. It is understood that the overflow chamber 30c is located on one side of the mixing chamber 30d along the first direction. Substances intercepted on the baffle structure 302 that have not passed through the filter holes 302a can enter the overflow chamber 30c along the first direction and be discharged from the detergent dispensing device 100 through the second drain outlet 30a, resulting in fewer detergent clumps remaining on the baffle structure 302 and improving the reliability of the detergent dispensing device 100.

[0160] In some embodiments, referring to FIG8, the detergent supply assembly has a spacer structure 301, with an overflow chamber 30c and a mixing chamber 30d located on opposite sides of the spacer structure 301, thus making the internal structure of the detergent supply assembly compact.

[0161] In one embodiment, the partition structure 302 extends above the spacer structure 301, which facilitates the detergent block on the partition structure 302 to pass over the spacer structure 301 and enter the overflow cavity 30c when it is displaced. In another embodiment, the partition structure 302 extends to the surface of the spacer structure 301 facing the mixing cavity 30d, and the top surface of the partition structure 302 is not lower than the top edge of the spacer structure 301, which facilitates the detergent block on the partition structure 302 to pass over the spacer structure 301 and enter the overflow cavity 30c when it is displaced.

[0162] The formation of the first bottom wall portion 303 and the partition structure 302 is not limited. For example, in some embodiments, the first bottom wall portion 303 forms part of the bottom wall of the detergent dispenser 30, and the partition structure 302 is disposed inside the detergent dispenser 30 and is a separate structure from the detergent dispenser 30. That is, the detergent dispenser 30 and the first bottom wall portion 303 are integrally formed, which can improve the structural reliability of the detergent supply assembly, while the partition structure 302 is an independent component that can be detachably installed inside the detergent dispenser 30.

[0163] In other embodiments, the partition structure 302 forms part of the bottom wall of the detergent dispenser 30, and the first bottom wall portion 303 is a separate structure from the detergent dispenser 30, with the first bottom wall portion 303 disposed on the outside of the detergent dispenser 30. That is, the detergent dispenser 30 and the partition structure 302 are integrally formed structures. For example, filter holes 302a are formed on the bottom wall of the detergent dispenser 30 to define the partition structure 302, while the first bottom wall portion 303 is an independent component that is detachably installed on the outside of the detergent dispenser 30.

[0164] The clothing processing equipment in some embodiments of this application will be described below.

[0165] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 3 to 31, the laundry treatment device includes a first water channel 40A and a second water channel 50A. The detergent dispensing chamber 140a and the mixing chamber 30d are both part of the first water channel 40A, with the detergent dispensing chamber 140a located upstream of the mixing chamber 30d. Water flow impacts the laundry detergent in the dispensing chamber to initially dissolve it, forming a detergent mixture solution, which then enters the mixing chamber 30d.

[0166] The first water passage 40A has a first outlet end 40Aa, and the second water passage 50A has a second outlet end 50Aa. The first outlet end 40Aa refers to the part of the fluid in the first water passage 40A that exits the first water passage 40A. The second outlet end 50Aa refers to the part of the fluid in the second water passage 50A that exits the second water passage 50A.

[0167] The first water channel 40A is used to convey a detergent mixture solution, and the second water channel 50A is used to convey liquid water. The first water channel 40A conveys a detergent mixture solution, such as a laundry detergent mixture solution or a laundry powder mixture solution, especially a laundry powder mixture solution. Since laundry powder is a powdered detergent, it is more prone to clogging and residue than laundry detergent. Therefore, the second water channel 50A is used to convey water from a water source. The pressurization structure 120 (mentioned later) and / or the turbulence structure 21 (mentioned later) are set in the second water channel 50A, which can to some extent prevent the pressurization structure 120 and the turbulence structure 21 from coming into contact with the laundry powder.

[0168] It is understandable that both the first water channel 40A and the second water channel 50A are used for circulating fluids, such as detergent mixtures and water.

[0169] It should be noted that in the embodiments of this application, the first water path 40A refers to the flow path of the fluid and does not specifically refer to a pipe structure. The second water path 50A refers to the flow path of the fluid and does not specifically refer to a pipe structure.

[0170] In some embodiments, the inlet of the first water channel 40A can be connected to a water source, and the inlet of the second water channel 50A can be connected to a water source.

[0171] It should be noted that the water source in this embodiment refers to the water source that supplies water flow to the first water channel 40A and / or the second water channel 50A, such as tap water; it can also be the internal water source of the clothing processing equipment, such as circulating water.

[0172] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 3, 5, and 18, the garment processing device includes a water inlet valve 90 connected to a water source, such as a tap water pipe. The first water path 40A and the second water path 50A can be connected to different water inlet valves 90, or they can be connected to the same water inlet valve 90; this is not limited here. As an optional embodiment, the garment processing device includes a circulation pump, with one of the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A connected to the water inlet valve 90, and the other connected to the circulation pump of the garment processing device.

[0173] In some embodiments, the inlet valve 90 has at least two water outlets, with the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A each connected to one of the water outlets. Water is supplied to the garment processing equipment through the inlet valve 90. The first water path 40A and the second water path 50A are each connected to one water outlet, and the flow rates at the different water outlets can be different, thus increasing the velocity difference between the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A.

[0174] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 11 to 15, 6, 24, and 31, the garment processing device includes a mixing space 20a, with a first water outlet 40Aa and a second water outlet 50Aa both connected to the mixing space 20a. It can be understood that the first water path 40A connects to a water source, a first drain outlet 30b, and the mixing space 20a, while the second water path 50A connects to both the water source and the mixing space 20a.

[0175] The fluid discharged from the second outlet 50Aa and the fluid discharged from the first outlet 40Aa both enter the mixing space 20a and converge and mix, improving the mixing effect and allowing detergents, such as laundry powder, to dissolve more completely. The fluid within the mixing space 20a includes, but is not limited to, a detergent mixture solution of detergent and water. It should be noted that the first outlet 40Aa can also be understood as the boundary between the first water path 40A and the mixing space 20a. Similarly, the second outlet 50Aa can be understood as the boundary between the second water path 50A and the mixing space 20a. The mixing space 20a can be a chamber formed within a solid structure.

[0176] In one embodiment, the fluid discharged from the second water outlet 50Aa and the fluid discharged from the first water outlet 40Aa can converge in the garment processing chamber. The garment processing device may not have a mixing space 20a; the fluids discharged from the second water outlet 50Aa and the first water outlet 40Aa directly converge in the air, with the convergence area located within the garment processing chamber. In this way, the fluids discharged from the second water outlet 50Aa and the first water outlet 40Aa promote the dissolution of detergent, such as laundry powder. Because the convergence area is located within the garment processing chamber, the distance from the convergence area to the garment being treated by the mixed fluids from the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A can be shortened, reducing the degree of foam breaking and facilitating the application of foamy detergent to the garment, thereby improving the cleaning effect.

[0177] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 2, 11, 15, 20, and 31, the mixing space 20a has a liquid outlet 20ab, which is directly connected to the clothing processing chamber. The liquid outlet 20ab is used to discharge the fluid within the mixing space 20a.

[0178] It is understandable that the outlet 20ab can penetrate the outer surface of the solid structure in which it is located.

[0179] The direct connection between the outlet 20ab and the garment processing chamber means that the outlet 20ab opens into the garment processing chamber, and the fluid from the outlet 20ab directly enters the garment processing chamber. There is no intermediate channel, such as a transfer pipe or other component that allows fluid to flow, between the outlet 20ab and the garment processing chamber. The fluid at the outlet 20ab does not need to be guided by an intermediate channel; instead, it is directly introduced into the garment processing chamber under its own gravity and flow velocity.

[0180] In this embodiment, the liquid outlet 20ab is directly connected to the clothing processing chamber, and the fluid from the liquid outlet 20ab directly enters the clothing processing chamber. This eliminates the need for a transfer channel between the liquid outlet 20ab and the clothing processing chamber, saving on transfer channels and reducing production costs. Fluids such as detergent mixtures can directly enter the clothing processing chamber from the liquid outlet 20ab and act directly on the clothing.

[0181] In one embodiment, the outlet 20ab can also be connected to a transfer channel. That is, the fluid from the outlet 20ab flows through the transfer channel before entering the garment processing chamber. The transfer channel can change the flow direction and / or shape of the fluid, allowing fluid to be sprayed onto garments at specific locations and / or sprayed in a specific shape.

[0182] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 15 and 25, the garment processing device includes a pressurizing structure 120. The second water channel 50A is provided with the pressurizing structure 120, which is used to increase the flow rate of the fluid in the second water channel 50A. For example, the pressurizing structure 120 is disposed in the liquid flow channel 130a (mentioned below) of the second water channel 50A.

[0183] In this embodiment, the pressurizing structure 120 increases the fluid speed in the second water path 50A. The fluids transported by the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A converge and mix in the mixing space 20a. The mixed fluid is discharged from the outlet 20ab and enters the garment processing chamber to participate in garment processing. There is a velocity difference between the fluids in the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A. For example, the fluid in the second water path 50A is accelerated by the pressurizing structure 120, and the velocity at the second outlet 50Aa is greater than that at the first outlet 40Aa. The two fluids entering the mixing space 20a have different velocities, with the faster one impacting and disturbing the slower one. This allows the detergent to mix better when the two fluids converge, further promoting detergent dissolution. Of course, the fluids transported by the first water channel 40A and the fluids transported by the second water channel 50A can also meet in the air. The flow rate at the second water outlet 50Aa is greater than the flow rate at the first water outlet 40Aa, which allows the detergent to mix better when the two fluids meet, further promoting the dissolution of the detergent.

[0184] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 15 and 25, the pressurizing structure 120 includes a narrowed section 22, which increases the flow velocity at the second outlet 50Aa. The narrowed section 22 refers to the section where the flow area of ​​the fluid decreases along the flow direction. By limiting the flow area, the narrowed section 22 increases the impact force of the fluid, resulting in a better mixing effect. Simultaneously, the narrowed section 22 allows the second outlet 50Aa to have a larger jet velocity, generating a significant negative pressure in a relatively large surrounding area. This negative pressure draws the fluid from the first outlet 40Aa into the second outlet 50Aa, mixing it with the fluid in the second outlet 50A, thus enhancing the mixing effect.

[0185] In some embodiments, the pressurization structure 120 includes a powered pressurization mechanism. A powered pressurization mechanism is a mechanism that uses a power source to increase fluid pressure and thus increase flow velocity. The power source includes, but is not limited to, electrical energy or other energy sources. The powered pressurization mechanism can actively increase fluid flow velocity, which, compared to the passive increase in fluid flow velocity by the narrowed section 22, offers a higher degree of automation.

[0186] The type of power pressurization mechanism is not limited. For example, power pressurization mechanisms include, but are not limited to, water pumps, peristaltic pumps, etc.

[0187] In some embodiments, the end of the pressurizing structure 120 forms a second water outlet 50Aa. That is, the fluid in the second water passage 50A is ejected directly from the end of the pressurizing structure 120, for example, the end of the narrowed section 22; in other words, the end of the narrowed section 22 forms the second water outlet 50Aa of the second water passage 50A.

[0188] In some embodiments, please refer to Figures 15 and 25, the end of the pressurization structure 120 is connected to a constant diameter section 23 and / or an enlarged diameter section, which forms a second outlet end 50Aa.

[0189] For example, the end of the pressurization structure 120 is connected to a constant diameter section 23, which forms a second water outlet 50Aa.

[0190] For example, the end of the pressurization structure 120 is connected to an expansion section, which forms a second water outlet 50Aa.

[0191] For example, the end of the pressurization structure 120 is connected to a constant diameter section 23 and an enlarged diameter section, either of which forms a second water outlet 50Aa.

[0192] The constant diameter section 23 refers to the section where the flow area of ​​the fluid remains basically unchanged along the flow direction.

[0193] An expansion section refers to a section where the flow area of ​​the fluid increases along the flow direction.

[0194] In this embodiment, the fluid in the second water channel 50A is directly ejected from the constant diameter section 23 and / or the expanding diameter section into the mixing space 20a. After being accelerated by the pressurization structure 120, the fluid flows through the constant diameter section 23 and / or the expanding diameter section, and the fluid can flow out into the mixing space 20a in a conical shape at a relatively fast speed.

[0195] In some embodiments, the extension length of the constant diameter section 23 along the second water passage 50A is less than or equal to the extension length of the narrow diameter section 22 along the second water passage 50A. Since the longer the fluid flow path, the more significant its energy loss, limiting the length of the constant diameter section 23 can reduce the loss of impact force after the fluid flows out of the narrow diameter section 22.

[0196] In some embodiments, the extension length of the expanding section along the second water passage 50A is less than or equal to the extension length of the narrowing section 22 along the second water passage 50A. Since the longer the fluid flow path, the more significant its energy loss, limiting the length of the expanding section can reduce the loss of impact force after the fluid flows out of the narrowing section 22.

[0197] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 15, the end of the pressurizing structure 120 extends into the mixing space 20a. The end of the pressurizing structure 120 extends into the mixing space 20a to increase the speed of the fluid entering the mixing space 20a. The fluid, accelerated by the pressurizing structure 120, enters the mixing space 20a through the end of the pressurizing structure 120. The increased impact force of the accelerated fluid better agitates the fluid within the mixing space 20a, improving the mixing effect and increasing the washing ratio.

[0198] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 15 and 25, the garment processing device includes a turbulence structure 21 disposed in a second water channel 50A for providing a circumferential velocity component to the fluid in the second water channel 50A. Exemplarily, the turbulence structure 21 is disposed in a liquid flow channel 130a.

[0199] The aforementioned circumferential velocity component refers to the fluid in the second water channel 50A after passing through the turbulent structure 21, whose velocity component in the circumferential direction of the second water channel 50A is not zero, and the circumferential direction of the second water channel 50A surrounds the extension direction of the second water channel 50A.

[0200] After passing through the turbulent structure 21, the fluid in the second water channel 50A generates a complex motion in multiple directions, including the circumferential direction and the forward direction, thereby better mixing with the fluid in the mixing space 20a and improving the mixing efficiency; it also enables the fluid ejected from the outlet 20ab to spread out in a roughly cone shape, with a wider radiation range and better visual effect.

[0201] Understandably, the turbulent structure 21 can also increase the fluid velocity by limiting the flow area of ​​the second water channel 50A in which it is located. This results in a greater difference in velocity between the two fluid streams entering the mixing space 20a, further promoting detergent dissolution.

[0202] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 15 and 25, the turbulence structure 21 includes one or more helical blades for guiding the fluid in the second water channel 50A in a helical motion. A helical blade is a blade with a helical shape, extending in the helical direction. After passing through the helical blades, the fluid exhibits a helical motion with a circumferential velocity component. The helical blade structure is simple, provides good turbulence control, and has low resistance, reducing energy loss as the fluid passes through.

[0203] For example, the turbulent structure 21 includes one or more helical blades that divide at least a portion of the length of the second waterway 50A into multiple sub-channels.

[0204] The term "multiple" refers to the number of helical blades, which can be two, three, or more, meaning the number of helical heads is not less than two, and does not limit the number of helical turns.

[0205] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 15 and 25, the outer edge of the helical blade along the helical direction is connected to the inner wall of the second water passage 50A, and the inner edge of the helical blade along the helical direction is spaced apart from the inner wall of the second water passage 50A. That is, there is a gap between the inner edge of the helical blade and the inner wall of the second water passage 50A, so that the inner wall of the second water passage 50A provides a connection support for the helical blade.

[0206] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 15 and 25, the pressurization structure 120 is located downstream of the turbulence structure 21. The fluid passes sequentially through the turbulence structure 21 and the pressurization structure 120, for example, the narrowing section 22, and is then ejected in a conical shape into the garment processing chamber.

[0207] In one embodiment, referring to Figure 15, the distance between the turbulent structure 21 and the pressurizing structure 120 is greater than the distance between the outlet 20ab and the pressurizing structure 120. With this design, the fluid path between the turbulent structure 21 and the pressurizing structure 120 is greater than the fluid path between the pressurizing structure 120 and the outlet 20ab. This allows the fluid to be effectively accelerated by the turbulent structure 21 and the pressurizing structure 120, and to be discharged from the mixing space 20a in a timely manner, reducing losses during the flow process.

[0208] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 3 to 31, the garment processing device includes a nozzle 130, which has a guide channel 130b and a liquid flow channel 130a. The guide channel 130b is part of a first water path 40A, and its outlet is a first outlet 40Aa. The liquid flow channel 130a is part of a second water path 50A, and its outlet is a second outlet 50Aa. The guide channel 130b conveys a detergent mixture solution, and the liquid flow channel 130a conveys liquid water. By using the nozzle 130 as part of the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A, the number of pipes laid in the garment processing device can be reduced, thus lowering the manufacturing difficulty.

[0209] In one embodiment, the flow velocity at the outlet of the liquid flow channel 130a is greater than the flow velocity at the outlet of the guide channel 130b. On one hand, the velocity difference between the fluid discharged from the liquid flow channel 130a and the fluid discharged from the guide channel 130b, with the relatively higher flow velocity at the outlet of the liquid flow channel 130a, increases the impact force of the fluid. The two fluids entering the mixing space 20a have different flow velocities, with the faster flow creating impact and disturbance on the slower flow, allowing for better mixing of the detergent when the two fluids converge, further promoting detergent dissolution. On the other hand, the relatively higher flow velocity at the outlet of the liquid flow channel 130a generates negative pressure in the surrounding area, causing the fluid at the outlet of the guide channel 130b to be drawn in under this negative pressure, improving the mixing effect.

[0210] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 15 and 21, a pressurization structure 120 and / or a turbulence structure 21 are disposed in a liquid flow channel 130a.

[0211] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 15, 30, and 31, the nozzle 130 forms a mixing space 20a. That is, the fluids of the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A both converge and mix within the nozzle 130.

[0212] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 11 to 15, the nozzle 130 includes a housing 132 and a tube 131. The housing 132 forms a flow channel 130b and a mixing space 20a, and the tube 131 forms a liquid flow channel 130a. At least a portion of the tube 131 is inserted into the mixing space 20a; this portion may be referred to as the nozzle 1311. That is, a second water outlet 50Aa is formed in the tube 131. Exemplarily, the nozzle 1311 of the tube 131 is the second water outlet 50Aa. The nozzle 130 has a simple structure and is easy to manufacture.

[0213] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 11 to 15, the port of the insertion tube 131 facing the first reference direction is the second water outlet 50Aa, and the first water outlet 40Aa is formed on the sidewall of the mixing space 20a along the second reference direction, where the first and second reference directions intersect. With this design, the fluid discharged from the first water outlet 40Aa flows generally in the first reference direction, and the fluid discharged from the second water outlet 50Aa flows generally in the second reference direction, allowing the two fluids to converge and mix in the mixing space 20a.

[0214] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 11 to 15, the housing 132 has a liquid outlet 20ab. Exemplarily, the liquid outlet 20ab is formed on the sidewall of the housing 132 along a first reference direction. Fluid within the mixing space 20a is ejected through the liquid outlet 20ab to the nozzle 130.

[0215] The nozzle 1311 extends into the mixing space 20a. The fluid from the second water channel 50A enters the mixing space 20a through the nozzle 1311. That is, the water outlet section of the second water outlet 50Aa of the second water channel 50A is a certain distance away from the wall of the mixing space 20a, so that the nozzle 202 can draw in the fluid from the first water channel 40A when it sprays out the fluid, so as to achieve further mixing of the fluid from the first water channel 40A and the fluid from the second water channel 50A.

[0216] The aforementioned suction of fluid from the first water path 40A refers to the fact that when fluid is ejected from the nozzle 1311, under the influence of fluid viscosity and velocity difference, the fluid from the first water path 40A concentrates towards the nozzle 1311 to improve the mixing effect between the fluid from the first water path 40A and the fluid from the second water path 50A.

[0217] As an optional embodiment, the nozzle 1311 faces the outlet 20ab, so that the fluid in the second water channel 50A travels a shorter distance from leaving the second water channel 50A to being sprayed out of the outlet 20ab. This reduces the dispersion of the water outlet at the outlet end of the second water channel 50A and makes it easier for air from the external environment to be drawn into the mixing space, thereby improving the foaming effect of the detergent.

[0218] As exemplarily, referring to Figures 11 to 15, the nozzle 130 also includes a connector pipe 133, which is connected to the housing 132 and communicates with the end of the flow channel 130b away from the first water outlet 40Aa. The space within the connector pipe 133 forms part of the first water passage 40A, and the connector pipe 133 can be used to connect a second pipe 42. The second pipe 42 delivers fluid into the nozzle 130 via the connector pipe 133.

[0219] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 2, 11 to 15, the nozzle 130 is disposed on the door seal ring 60. The door seal ring 60 not only provides an installation position for the nozzle 130, but also allows the detergent mixture sprayed by the nozzle 130 to be closer to the garment processing chamber.

[0220] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 2, 11 to 15, the space enclosed by the door seal ring 60 is part of the garment processing chamber, and the liquid outlet 20ab extends radially inward from the door seal ring 60. That is, the garment processing device can be a drum-type garment processing device. The fluid discharged from the liquid outlet 20ab can directly enter the space enclosed by the door seal ring 60, thereby directly entering the garment processing chamber.

[0221] It should be noted that the extension direction of the axis of the door seal ring 60 is consistent with the extension direction of the axis of the cylinder assembly 10. The axis of the door seal ring 60 can extend horizontally or inclined.

[0222] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 3 to 15, the laundry treatment device includes a first pipe 41 and a second pipe 42. One end of the first pipe 41 is connected to an external water source, for example, connected to a water inlet valve 90, and the other end of the first pipe 41 is connected to the water inlet of a detergent dispenser 30, for guiding water flow into the detergent dispenser 30. One end of the second pipe 42 is connected to a first drain outlet 30b, and the other end of the second pipe 42 is connected to a mixing space 20a, for guiding the fluid discharged from the first drain outlet 30b to the mixing space 20a. In this embodiment, the space within the first pipe 41, the space within the second pipe 42, and at least a portion of the space in the detergent dispenser 30 together constitute at least a portion of the first water path 40A.

[0223] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 3 to 15, the garment processing device includes a third conduit 50, one end of which is connected to a water source. The third conduit 50 is connected to a mixing space 20a to direct water from the water source into the mixing space 20a. In this embodiment, the space within the third conduit 50 may independently define a second water path 50A, or the space within the third conduit 50 may define a portion of the second water path 50A.

[0224] It should be noted that the first pipeline 41 mentioned above can be a single complete pipe or it can be composed of multiple pipe segments connected together; there is no limitation on this.

[0225] The second pipe 42 mentioned above can be a single pipe or a combination of multiple pipe sections; there is no limitation on this.

[0226] The aforementioned third pipe 50 can be a single, complete pipe or composed of multiple pipe segments connected together; no restrictions are imposed here.

[0227] For example, referring to Figures 3 to 15, the third pipe 50 may be integrally disposed outside the detergent box 30; or, a part of the third pipe 50 may be integrated into the housing 132 of the detergent box 30, that is, a part of the housing 132 of the detergent box 30 constitutes a part of the third pipe 50; or, the third pipe 50 may be a pipe-like structure that penetrates the detergent box 30.

[0228] In some embodiments, the door seal ring 60 has a mounting opening through which the water outlet of the mixing space 20a passes and extends radially inward into the door seal ring 60. For example, a nozzle 130 is disposed within the door seal ring 60, and the sidewall of the nozzle 130 having a liquid outlet 20ab extends radially inward into the door seal ring 60. This facilitates the direct dispensing of the detergent mixture solution from the water outlet of the mixing space 20a into the laundry treatment chamber.

[0229] In some embodiments, the outlet 20ab extends radially inside the door seal ring 60, and the outlet 20ab is tilted towards the rear and lower part of the garment processing chamber to facilitate the sprayed detergent mixture solution to cover the garments in the garment processing chamber over a large area.

[0230] In some embodiments, referring to Figure 3, the inlet valve 90 has a first outlet 90a, and both the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A are connected to the first outlet 90a. Water is supplied to the laundry processing equipment through the inlet valve 90. The first water path 40A and the second water path 50A are both connected to the first outlet 90a of the inlet valve 90, which facilitates the installation of the first water path 40A and the second water path 50A, simplifies the setup of the inlet valve 90, and saves costs.

[0231] In one embodiment, the nozzle 130 is disposed on the worktable 80. The nozzle 130 may be a separate structure from the worktable 80, or at least a portion of the nozzle 130 may be formed on the worktable 80.

[0232] The nozzle 130 can be a separate structure from the worktable 80. That is, the nozzle 130 and the worktable 80 are manufactured separately and then assembled together by detachable or non-detachable connections, which reduces the design and manufacturing difficulty of the worktable 80 and the nozzle 130.

[0233] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 18 to 22, the garment processing device includes a workbench 80, and a detergent dispenser 30 is formed on the workbench 80.

[0234] "At least a portion of the nozzle 130 is formed in the worktable 80" means that at least a portion of the nozzle 130 is constituted by the solid structure of the worktable 80. For example, at least a portion of the nozzle 130 is integrally formed with at least a portion of the solid structure of the worktable 80. For instance, at least a portion of the nozzle 130 is integrally injection molded with at least a portion of the solid structure of the worktable 80, etc.

[0235] In this embodiment, part of the structure of the worktable 80 is a component of the nozzle 130. Thus, by reusing the worktable 80 as part of the nozzle 130, the number of parts can be reduced, materials used can be reduced, and material costs can be lowered.

[0236] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 19 to 23. The garment processing device includes a partition 150, which is disposed on the lower side of the workbench 80. The partition 150 and the workbench 80 together form a flow channel 130b.

[0237] In this embodiment, the flow channel 130b is defined by the partition 150 and the worktable 80, which can reduce the number of pipes laid on the worktable 80, simplify the pipe layout, and reduce the manufacturing difficulty.

[0238] The partition 150 and the worktable 80 can be detachably or non-detachably connected. In some embodiments, the partition 150 and the worktable 80 can be welded or bonded. In some embodiments, the partition 150 and the worktable 80 can be snap-fitted, screwed, or bolted, etc.

[0239] The connection between the partition 150 and the worktable 80 can be sealed. This prevents fluid leakage at the connection between the partition 150 and the worktable 80.

[0240] For example, the connection between the partition 150 and the worktable 80 can be sealed by welding, adhesive bonding, or a sealing element. The sealing element can be a flexible structure that uses its elastic deformation to seal the gap at the connection between the partition 150 and the worktable 80. For example, the sealing element can be a flexible structure made of rubber and / or silicone.

[0241] In some embodiments, the worktable 80 forms a downward-opening slot, and the partition 150 closes the downward opening of the slot to form a flow channel 130b for the nozzle 130 and a mixing chamber 30d for the detergent cartridge 30.

[0242] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 27 to 31, a portion of the worktable 80 is recessed to form a flow channel 130b. That is, the partition 150 can be omitted, and the flow channel 130b for fluid flow can be formed entirely by utilizing the worktable 80, thus saving parts and reducing costs.

[0243] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 18 to 31, the worktable 80 forms a liquid outlet 20ab communicating with the mixing space 20a, which is located between the second water outlet 50Aa and the liquid outlet 20ab. The liquid outlet 20ab is formed on the worktable 80 to facilitate the downward spraying of fluid discharged from the liquid outlet 20ab into the clothing processing chamber under the influence of gravity and initial velocity. At least a portion of the space between the second water outlet 50Aa and the liquid outlet 20ab constitutes the mixing space 20a.

[0244] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 23 and 27, the liquid outlet 20ab is formed on the surface of the worktable 80 facing the clothing inlet 80a. This minimizes the possibility of structures on the worktable 80 obstructing the discharge of fluid from the liquid outlet 20ab.

[0245] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 21, 24, 25, and 28, the nozzle 130 includes a tube 131 forming a liquid flow channel 130a, and the worktable 80 forming a guide channel 130b. The tube 131 is inserted into the worktable 80. That is, the worktable 80 has an insertion hole into which the tube 131 is inserted. This design utilizes the worktable 80 to provide an installation position for the tube 131, simplifying the installation process and improving production efficiency. The tube 131 forming the liquid flow channel 130a has a simple structure, and the worktable 80 can provide an installation position for the tube 131.

[0246] In one embodiment, the partition 150 forms a socket, and the insertion tube 131 is inserted into the socket.

[0247] In some embodiments, the gap between the cannula 131 and the insertion hole can be sealed by a sealing structure. For example, the gap between the cannula 131 and the insertion hole can be sealed by a sealing ring.

[0248] The sealing structure can be a flexible structure, utilizing the elastic deformation of the sealing structure to seal the gap at the connection between the fluid flow channel 130a and the guide channel 130b. For example, the elastic deformation of the sealing structure can be used to seal the gap between the insertion tube 131 and the insertion hole. For instance, the sealing structure can be a flexible structure made of rubber and / or silicone.

[0249] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 25 and 28, at least a portion of the cannula 131 is inserted into the flow channel 130b. This insertion can be a partial insertion of the cannula 131 into the flow channel 130b, or it can be the entire cannula 131 inserted into the flow channel 130b. Inserting only a portion of the cannula 131 into the flow channel 130b facilitates connection of the portion of the cannula 131 outside the flow channel 130b to other tubes or valves, etc.

[0250] In some embodiments, the inlet end of the cannula 131 is connected to a water outlet of the inlet valve 90. In this way, the inlet valve 90 can supply water to the cannula 131.

[0251] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the detergent dispenser 30 is formed on the workbench 80.

[0252] The statement that at least a portion of the detergent dispenser 30 is formed on the workbench 80 means that a portion of the solid structure of the workbench 80 constitutes at least a portion of the solid structure of the detergent dispenser 30. For example, at least a portion of the detergent dispenser 30 may be integrally formed with the workbench 80.

[0253] In this embodiment, at least a portion of the detergent box 30 is formed on the workbench 80, and a portion of the structure of the workbench 80 is reused as at least a portion of the detergent box 30, which can reduce the number of parts, simplify the structure, and save costs.

[0254] In one embodiment, the detergent dispenser 30 can be a separate structure from the workbench 80. That is, the detergent dispenser 30 and the workbench 80 are manufactured separately and then assembled together by a detachable or non-detachable connection.

[0255] For example, the insertion tube 131 and the worktable 80 can be separate structures. That is, the insertion tube 131 and the worktable 80 can be manufactured separately and then assembled.

[0256] For example, the housing 132 of the nozzle 130 can be formed on the worktable 80. That is, the housing 132 can be integrally formed with the worktable 80.

[0257] In another embodiment, a portion of the housing 132 is formed on the worktable 80, and another portion of the housing 132 can be a discrete structure. For example, a partition 150 constitutes another portion of the housing 132.

[0258] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 19 to 31, for a pulsator-type garment processing device with a worktable 80, the detergent dispenser 30 and the spray nozzle 130 can be part of the worktable 80. For example, the portion of the worktable 80 used to house the dispenser box 140 is the detergent dispenser 30. A portion of the worktable 80 is a component of the detergent dispenser 30 and the spray nozzle 130. Thus, by reusing the worktable 80 as part of the detergent dispenser 30 and the spray nozzle 130, the number of parts can be reduced, materials used can be reduced, and material costs can be lowered.

[0259] In one embodiment, referring to Figures 18 to 31, a suction port 80b is formed on the surface of the workbench 80 facing the laundry dispensing port 80a. The suction port 80b communicates with the cavity of the detergent dispenser 30, and the dispenser box 140 enters and exits the detergent dispenser 30 through the suction port 80b. When detergent needs to be added to the dispenser box 140, the dispenser box 140 can be pulled out of the detergent dispenser 30 through the suction port 80b; when detergent addition is complete, the dispenser box 140 can be pushed into the detergent dispenser 30 through the suction port 80b. During the washing process, the detergent and other fluids in the detergent dispensing chamber 140a can flow through the first water path 40A, for example, sequentially through the receiving chamber 30e, the mixing chamber 30d, the guide channel 130b, and the mixing space 20a, and finally be dispensed into the laundry processing chamber from the liquid outlet 20ab; the detergent and other fluids in the receiving chamber 30e can also overflow into the overflow chamber 30c and enter the laundry processing chamber through the suction port 80b.

[0260] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 22 to 31, a portion of the pumping port 80b of the workbench 80 may constitute a second drain port 30a.

[0261] In the description of this application, the use of terms such as "in one embodiment," "in some embodiments," or "exemplary" indicates that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the embodiments of this application. In this application, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in a suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples. Furthermore, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine the different embodiments or examples described in this application, as well as the features of the different embodiments or examples.

[0262] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application are included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A detergent supply assembly, wherein, The detergent supply assembly includes: Detergent dispenser, including a mixing chamber; The dispenser box includes at least two detergent dispensing chambers, each of which has a discharge port, and the at least two discharge ports are in communication with the mixing chamber.

2. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The detergent dispenser includes an overflow chamber for receiving fluid overflowing from the mixing chamber. The mixing chamber and the overflow chamber are distributed along the upstream and downstream direction of the fluid passage. The sidewall of the mixing chamber forms a first drain outlet, and the sidewall of the overflow chamber forms a second drain outlet.

3. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 2, wherein, The first drain outlet extends forward.

4. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The detergent supply assembly includes a partition structure with filter holes, the outlet is located above the mixing chamber, and the partition structure is disposed between the outlet and the mixing chamber.

5. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 4, wherein, Using a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane, the projection of the outlet does not overlap with the projection of the filter hole.

6. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The detergent supply assembly includes a partition structure, the detergent cartridge has a cavity, the partition structure extends upward from the wall of the cavity to divide the cavity into a sub-cavity and an overflow cavity, at least a portion of the sub-cavity is the mixing cavity, the sidewall of the mixing cavity forms a first drain outlet, and the sidewall of the overflow cavity forms a second drain outlet.

7. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 6, wherein, The detergent supply assembly includes a partition structure with filter holes that separates the sub-cavity into a receiving cavity and a mixing cavity. The filter holes connect the receiving cavity and the mixing cavity, and the outlet is connected to the receiving cavity.

8. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 7, wherein, Using a plane perpendicular to the vertical direction as the projection plane, the projection of the partition structure and the projection of the second drain outlet do not overlap at least partially.

9. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 7, wherein, The partition structure slopes downward from the direction away from the second drain outlet toward the direction closer to the second drain outlet.

10. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 1, wherein, The detergent supply assembly also includes: The system includes a first drain outlet, a partition structure, and a first bottom wall, wherein the partition structure is disposed above the first bottom wall, and the space between the two defines the mixing chamber. The first drain outlet is connected to the mixing chamber. The detergent mixture discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber flows through the partition structure and enters the mixing chamber, and the fluid in the mixing chamber is discharged through the first drain outlet.

11. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 10, wherein, The partition structure has multiple filter holes that are connected to the mixing chamber. The filter holes are used to filter the detergent mixture solution discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber and discharge the filtered detergent mixture solution into the mixing chamber.

12. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 10, wherein, The first end of the partition structure along the first direction is used to receive the detergent mixture solution discharged from the detergent dispensing chamber, and the partition structure extends downward at an angle away from the first end in the first direction.

13. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 12, wherein, The bottom wall of the detergent dispensing chamber is located above the partition structure, and the bottom wall of the detergent dispensing chamber is inclined to guide the detergent mixture in the detergent dispensing chamber to the first end of the partition structure.

14. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 10, wherein, The first drain outlet is disposed at one end of the first bottom wall portion along a first direction, and the first bottom wall portion extends downward at an angle toward the first drain outlet in the first direction.

15. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 11, wherein, The detergent supply assembly includes an overflow chamber and a second drain outlet. The overflow chamber is used to collect the detergent mixture overflowing from the mixing chamber. The second drain outlet is used to discharge the detergent mixture in the overflow chamber from the detergent dispensing device. The baffle structure extends downward at an angle along a first direction toward the overflow chamber, so as to guide substances on the top surface of the baffle structure that have not passed through the filter holes to the overflow chamber.

16. The detergent supply assembly according to claim 15, wherein, The detergent supply assembly has a spacer structure; The overflow cavity and the mixing cavity are located on opposite sides of the partition structure, and the partition structure extends above the partition structure; or, the partition structure extends to the surface of the partition structure facing the mixing cavity, and the top surface of the partition structure is not lower than the top edge of the partition structure.

17. The detergent supply assembly according to any one of claims 1-16, wherein, The first bottom wall portion forms part of the bottom wall of the detergent box, and the partition structure is disposed inside the detergent box and is a separate structure from the detergent box; or, the partition structure forms part of the bottom wall of the detergent box, the first bottom wall portion is a separate structure from the detergent box, and the first bottom wall portion is disposed outside the detergent box.

18. A garment processing device, wherein, include: Garment processing chamber; And the detergent supply assembly according to any one of claims 1-17, the detergent supply assembly being used to dispense a detergent mixture into the garment processing chamber.

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