Clothes treatment device

Abstract

A clothes treatment device (1000), comprising: a housing (100), a drying drum (200), a heat pump system, a water box, and an ultrasonic generator (400). The drying drum (200) is rotatably provided in the housing (100). The heat pump system is provided in the housing (100). The water box comprises a water containing box (30) and a condensate water box (31), and the water containing box (30) is detachably provided on the top of the housing (100). The condensate water box (31) is provided at the bottom of the housing (100) and is communicated with the water containing box (30), and the condensate water box (31) is capable of collecting condensate water generated by the heat pump system and pumping the condensate water to the water containing box (30). The ultrasonic generator (400) is provided on the housing (100) and has a water inlet (400a) and a water outlet (400b) respectively communicated with the condensate water box (31). The water box comprises a lower tray (32), the lower tray (32) is provided on the housing (100), and the lower tray (32) is communicated with the condensate water box (31) and the water inlet (400a).

Description

Clothing processing equipment

[0001] This application claims priority to Chinese patent application No. 202510081132.X, filed on January 18, 2025; Chinese patent application No. 202520122814.6, filed on January 18, 2025; Chinese patent application No. 202520122837.7, filed on January 18, 2025; and Chinese patent application No. 2025201227, filed on January 18, 2025. Priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 89.1; priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202520122771.1 filed on January 18, 2025; priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202520122753.3 filed on January 18, 2025; and priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202520122727.0 filed on January 18, 2025, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This disclosure relates to the field of home appliance technology, and more particularly to a clothing processing device. Background Technology

[0003] To cope with limitations such as time and weather, using a clothes dryer has become a common choice for drying clothes. Clothes dryers can dry clothes quickly and efficiently, even on rainy days, eliminating the need for sunlight.

[0004] Furthermore, some dryers in this technology are equipped with atomizers that generate water mist. This allows water molecules to penetrate the clothing fibers during the drying process, keeping the clothes fluffy and thus removing wrinkles. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This disclosure provides a garment processing device that uses condensate to provide water for an ultrasonic generator to produce water mist, simplifying the overall structure of the garment processing device and reducing its energy consumption and cost.

[0006] On one hand, a clothing processing device is provided, including a housing, a drying drum, a heat pump system, a water tank, and a water pump. The drying drum is rotatably disposed within the housing. The heat pump system is disposed within the housing. The water tank is disposed within the housing, and the water tank system is capable of collecting condensate generated by the heat pump system. The water tank includes a holding tank and a condensate tank. The holding tank is detachably disposed on the top of the housing, and the condensate tank is disposed on the bottom of the housing. The condensate tank is connected to the holding tank, and the condensate tank is capable of collecting condensate generated by the heat pump system and pumping the condensate to the holding tank. The condensate tank is pumped by the water pump.

[0007] The garment processing equipment also includes an ultrasonic generator, which is located in the housing. The ultrasonic generator has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet is connected to the condensate box, and the outlet is connected to the condensate box. The ultrasonic generator can receive condensate pumped from the condensate box through the inlet, generate water mist in the drying drum using the condensate, and discharge unused condensate to the condensate box through the outlet.

[0008] The water box also includes a lower support box, which is disposed on the housing and connected to the condensate box and the water inlet. The lower support box can receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box and discharge the condensate to the water inlet.

[0009] On the other hand, a clothing processing device is provided, including a housing, a drying drum, a heat pump system, a water tank, and a water pump. The drying drum is rotatably disposed within the housing. The heat pump system is disposed within the housing. The water tank is disposed within the housing and is capable of collecting condensate generated by the heat pump system. The water tank includes a holding tank and a condensate tank. The holding tank is detachably disposed at the top of the housing, and the condensate tank is disposed at the bottom of the housing. The condensate tank is connected to the holding tank and is capable of collecting condensate generated by the heat pump system and pumping the condensate to the holding tank. The condensate is pumped out of the holding tank by the water pump.

[0010] The garment processing equipment also includes an ultrasonic generator, which is located inside the housing. The ultrasonic generator has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet is connected to the condensate box, and the outlet is connected to the condensate box. The ultrasonic generator can receive condensate pumped from the condensate box through the inlet, generate water mist in the drying drum using the condensate, and discharge unused condensate to the condensate box through the outlet.

[0011] The water box also includes a lower support box, which is disposed on the housing and connected to the condensate box and the water inlet. The lower support box can receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box and automatically discharge the condensate to the water inlet by gravity.

[0012] The garment processing apparatus of this embodiment collects condensate generated by the heat pump system through a condensate box and pumps it to a lower tray. The lower tray is positioned above the ultrasonic generator along the height of the casing, allowing the condensate in the lower tray to drain to the inlet of the ultrasonic generator. In this way, the ultrasonic generator uses the condensate to produce water mist, which enters the drying drum, thus keeping the clothes fluffy after drying and effectively removing wrinkles. Furthermore, the condensate in the lower tray does not require a water pump to drain to the inlet of the ultrasonic generator, simplifying the overall structure of the garment processing apparatus and reducing its energy consumption and cost.

[0013] Furthermore, since the amount of condensate generated by the garment processing equipment during operation is much greater than the amount of water required for the ultrasonic generator to produce water mist, when using the condensate as the water source for the ultrasonic generator, the design of receiving the condensate in the lower tray and then discharging it to the ultrasonic generator allows the lower tray to temporarily store some of the condensate. Compared to directly supplying condensate to the ultrasonic generator from the condensate box, the lower tray reduces the speed and volume of condensate entering the ultrasonic generator, thus matching the speed and volume of condensate with the amount of water required for the ultrasonic generator to produce water mist. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 is a structural diagram of a garment processing device according to some embodiments;

[0015] Figure 2 is an exploded view of a garment processing device according to some embodiments;

[0016] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a garment processing device according to some embodiments;

[0017] Figure 4 is a structural diagram from one perspective of a garment processing device (partial box omitted) according to some embodiments;

[0018] Figure 5 is a structural diagram from another perspective of a garment processing device (partial box omitted) according to some embodiments;

[0019] Figure 6 is a structural diagram of a garment processing device (excluding the housing) according to some embodiments;

[0020] Figure 7 is a structural diagram of an ultrasonic generator according to some embodiments;

[0021] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of another garment processing device according to some embodiments;

[0022] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of another garment processing device according to some embodiments;

[0023] Figure 10 is an exploded view of an ultrasonic generator and support according to some embodiments;

[0024] Figure 11 is a structural diagram of a housing according to some embodiments;

[0025] Figure 12 is a structural diagram of an ultrasonic generator and electrical control box (circuit board omitted) according to some embodiments;

[0026] Figure 13 is an exploded view of an ultrasonic generator according to some embodiments;

[0027] Figure 14 is a structural diagram of an ultrasonic generator and an electrical control box according to some embodiments;

[0028] Figure 15 is a structural diagram of the bottom shell according to some embodiments;

[0029] Figure 16 is a structural diagram of a water box (excluding the condensate box) according to some embodiments;

[0030] Figure 17 is an exploded view of a water tank according to some embodiments;

[0031] Figure 18 is a structural diagram of the lower tray according to some embodiments;

[0032] Figure 19 is a structural diagram of a cover according to some embodiments;

[0033] Figure 20 is a structural view of another cover according to some embodiments;

[0034] Figure 21 is a structural diagram of another cover from another perspective according to some embodiments; and

[0035] Figure 22 is a cross-sectional view of a water container according to some embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0036] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, clearly and completely describes some embodiments of this disclosure. Obviously, the described embodiments are merely some, not all, of the embodiments of this disclosure. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments provided in this disclosure are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0037] Unless the context otherwise requires, throughout the specification and claims, the term "comprise" and its other forms, such as the third-person singular "comprises" and the present participle "comprising," are interpreted as open-ended and encompassing, meaning "including, but not limited to." In the description of the specification, terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "exemplary embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., are intended to indicate that a particular feature, structure, material, or characteristic associated with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of this disclosure. The illustrative representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics mentioned may be included in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0038] Hereinafter, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of embodiments of this disclosure, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0039] In describing some embodiments, the terms "coupled" and "connected," and their derivative expressions, may be used. The term "connected" should be interpreted broadly; for example, a "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. The term "coupled" indicates that two or more components have direct physical or electrical contact. The term "coupled" or "communicatively coupled" may also refer to two or more components that do not have direct contact with each other but still cooperate or interact with each other. The embodiments disclosed herein are not necessarily limited to the content of this document.

[0040] "At least one of A, B and C" has the same meaning as "at least one of A, B or C", both including the following combinations of A, B and C: only A, only B, only C, combinations of A and B, combinations of A and C, combinations of B and C, and combinations of A, B and C.

[0041] "A and / or B" includes the following three combinations: A only, B only, and a combination of A and B.

[0042] The use of “applies to” or “configured to” in this article implies an open and inclusive language that does not preclude applicability to or configuration to devices that perform additional tasks or steps.

[0043] As used herein, “about,” “approximately,” or “approximately” includes the stated value and the average value within an acceptable range of deviation from the given value, wherein the acceptable range of deviation is determined by a person skilled in the art taking into account the measurement under discussion and the error associated with the measurement of the given quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system).

[0044] As used herein, “parallel,” “perpendicular,” and “equal” include the described situation and situations that are similar to the described situation, within an acceptable range of deviation, which is determined by those skilled in the art taking into account the measurement under discussion and the error associated with the measurement of a particular quantity (i.e., the limitations of the measurement system). For example, “parallel” includes absolute parallelism and approximate parallelism, where an acceptable range of deviation for approximate parallelism may be, for example, within 5°; “perpendicular” includes absolute perpendicularity and approximate perpendicularity, where an acceptable range of deviation for approximate perpendicularity may also be, for example, within 5°; “equal” includes absolute equality and approximate equality, where an acceptable range of deviation for approximate equality may be, for example, a difference between the two equals being less than or equal to 5% of either one.

[0045] In this disclosure, the terms “upper,” “lower,” “front,” “rear,” “top,” “bottom,” “inner,” “outer,” “middle,” “horizontal,” etc., indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for the purpose of better describing this disclosure and its embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation.

[0046] Furthermore, in addition to indicating location or positional relationship, some of the aforementioned terms may also have other meanings. For example, the term "above" may also be used in certain circumstances to indicate a dependency or connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0047] Before explaining the technical solution of this disclosure, the inventive concept of this disclosure will be explained first.

[0048] As shown in Figures 1 to 3, under normal circumstances, while the drying drum 200 of the clothing processing equipment 1000 rotates relative to the casing 100 to tumble the clothes, the heat pump system operates simultaneously, transferring heat energy from the air to the clothes. This facilitates rapid drying of the clothes. The condensate generated by the heat pump system is collected in a condensate tray 31 at the bottom of the casing 100. The clothing processing equipment 1000 uses a water pump to pump the condensate from the condensate tray 31 to a water collection box 30 at the top of the casing 100. By designing the water collection box 30 to be detachable from the casing 100, the user can remove the water collection box 30 from the casing 100 and empty the condensate from it.

[0049] To prevent wrinkles from forming after drying, the garment processing equipment 1000 is typically equipped with an ultrasonic generator 400. The ultrasonic generator 400 generates water mist and sprays it into the drying drum 200. In this way, during the drying process, water molecules can penetrate into the garment fibers, keeping the clothes fluffy after drying and thus removing wrinkles.

[0050] Since the ultrasonic generator 400 requires a water source to generate water mist, if an external water source is connected, additional piping needs to be designed for the ultrasonic generator 400. If the condensate from the condensate box 31 is used as the water source for the ultrasonic generator 400, an additional water pump needs to be added to pump the condensate from the condensate box 31 to the ultrasonic generator 400, or an additional water pump needs to be added to pump the condensate from the water tank 30 to the ultrasonic generator 400.

[0051] In summary, the clothing processing equipment 1000 in the related technology has problems such as complex overall structure, high energy consumption and high cost when the ultrasonic generator 400 is configured to generate water mist, especially when the ultrasonic generator 400 is connected to an external water source.

[0052] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this disclosure provides a garment processing device 1000 in some embodiments.

[0053] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the garment processing device 1000 includes a housing 100.

[0054] For example, the housing 100 can adopt a hollow shell structure or a frame structure, and the external shape of the housing 100 can be designed as needed. The housing 100 can provide assembly positions and housing space for the dryer 200, heat pump system, etc.

[0055] In some embodiments, the clothing handling apparatus 1000 further includes a drying drum 200, which is rotatably disposed within the housing 100.

[0056] For example, the dryer drum 200 can hold clothes, and by rotating the dryer drum 200 relative to the casing 100, the clothes can be tumbled and processed.

[0057] In some embodiments, the garment processing device 1000 further includes a heat pump system disposed within the housing 100.

[0058] For example, a heat pump system includes a compressor, condenser, evaporator, etc. Based on the reverse Carnot cycle, a heat pump system uses heat pump technology to transfer heat from the air to a drying chamber, thereby achieving the drying of clothing.

[0059] In some embodiments, the garment processing device 1000 further includes a water tank disposed in the housing 100, which is used to collect condensate generated by the heat pump system.

[0060] The condensate generated by the heat pump system is collected by a water box. The condensate is effectively collected and discharged, which avoids the increase of humidity inside the casing 100, thereby improving the drying efficiency and drying effect of the clothing processing equipment 1000.

[0061] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 and 6, the water box includes a water container 30, which is detachably disposed on the top of the housing 100.

[0062] By setting up a water collection box 30, when the water collection box 30 contains condensate, the user can remove the water collection box 30 from the casing 100 and pour out the condensate inside the water collection box 30, thus making it convenient for the user to clean it regularly.

[0063] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 3 to 5, the water box further includes a condensate box 31, which is located at the bottom of the housing 100. The condensate box 31 is connected to the water container 30 and is used to collect condensate generated by the heat pump system and pump the condensate to the water container 30.

[0064] In this way, the condensate generated by the heat pump system is collected through the condensate box 31. The condensate is effectively collected, which avoids the increase of humidity inside the casing 100, thereby improving the drying efficiency and drying effect of the clothing processing equipment 1000.

[0065] In some embodiments, the garment processing device further includes a water pump, through which the condensate box 31 pumps condensate.

[0066] For example, a water pump can pump the condensate collected in the condensate box 31 to the water collection box 30.

[0067] In this way, the condensate collected in the condensate box 31 is pumped to the water collection box 30 by a water pump. The condensate can be effectively discharged through the water collection box 30, which can also prevent the increase of humidity inside the casing 100, thereby improving the drying efficiency and drying effect of the clothing processing equipment 1000.

[0068] In some embodiments, the water pump is a centrifugal water pump, a DC variable frequency water pump, etc. For example, the water pump is a centrifugal water pump. The centrifugal water pump uses a motor to drive the impeller to rotate at high speed, causing water to be thrown out of the impeller under the action of centrifugal force, thereby generating pressure and flow rate, and realizing the functions of pumping and draining water. The flow rate and pressure of the centrifugal water pump are moderate, which can meet the water flow rate and pressure requirements of the condensate box 31 during the drainage process. In addition, the centrifugal water pump has a relatively simple structure, stable operation, and can reduce maintenance costs.

[0069] For example, the water pump can also be a DC inverter water pump. A DC inverter water pump is driven by a DC motor, and the motor speed is adjusted through inverter technology, thereby enabling precise control of the water flow and pressure. This allows for automatic adjustment of water flow and pressure according to different working stages and needs of the garment processing equipment. DC inverter water pumps offer significant energy savings, reducing energy consumption compared to traditional water pumps, and also generate less noise during operation.

[0070] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 6 and 7, the garment processing apparatus 1000 further includes an ultrasonic generator 400, which is disposed within the housing 100.

[0071] The ultrasonic generator 400 uses ultrasonic atomization to break the molecular bonds between liquid water molecules through high-frequency electronic oscillation (for example, an oscillation frequency of 1.7MHz or 2.4MHz, which is beyond the range of human hearing and is harmless to humans and animals). This produces a naturally drifting water mist by breaking the molecular bonds between liquid water molecules through the high-frequency resonance of the ceramic atomizing plate, without the need for heating or adding any chemical reagents.

[0072] The ultrasonic generator 400 generates water mist, which is then sprayed into the drying drum 200. In this way, during the drying process, water molecules can penetrate into the clothing fibers, keeping the clothes fluffy after drying and thus removing wrinkles.

[0073] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generator 400 is provided with a water inlet 400a, which is connected to the condensate box 31. The ultrasonic generator 400 is used to receive condensate pumped from the condensate box 31 through the water inlet 400a, and to use the condensate to generate water mist in the dryer tub 200.

[0074] In this way, the ultrasonic generator 400 receives the condensate pumped by the condensate box 31 through the water inlet 400a. After the condensate enters the ultrasonic generator 400, it can be used by the ultrasonic generator 400 to generate water mist in the drying drum 200.

[0075] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generator 400 is further provided with a water outlet 400b, which is connected to the condensate box 31. The ultrasonic generator 400 is used to discharge unused condensate into the condensate box 31 through the water outlet 400b.

[0076] In this way, the ultrasonic generator 400 discharges unused condensate to the condensate box 31 through the outlet 400b, realizing the recycling of condensate and preventing unused condensate from remaining in the ultrasonic generator 400, thereby preventing the unused condensate from becoming smelly after a certain period of time.

[0077] Furthermore, after the condensate enters the ultrasonic generator 400 through the inlet 400a, the un-atomized portion is discharged through the outlet 400b. The ultrasonic generator 400 can be designed without a cavity for storing condensate, thus saving this cavity and reducing the overall size of the ultrasonic generator 400.

[0078] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 1, 4, and 6, the water box further includes a lower support box 32, which is disposed on the housing 100 and located above the ultrasonic generator 400 along the height direction x of the housing 100. The lower support box 32 is connected to the condensate box 31 and the water inlet 400a, and is used to receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box 31 and discharge the condensate to the water inlet 400a (as shown in Figure 7).

[0079] The condensate water generated by the heat pump system is collected by the condensate water box 31 and pumped to the lower tray 32. The lower tray 32 is positioned above the ultrasonic generator 400 along the height x of the housing 100, allowing the condensate water in the lower tray 32 to drain to the inlet 400a of the ultrasonic generator 400. In this way, the ultrasonic generator 400 can utilize the condensate water to generate water mist, which enters the drying drum 200, keeping the clothes fluffy after drying in the clothing treatment equipment 1000, thus achieving wrinkle removal. Furthermore, the condensate water from the lower tray 32 does not require a water pump to drain to the inlet 400a of the ultrasonic generator 400, simplifying the overall structure of the clothing treatment equipment 1000 and reducing its energy consumption and cost.

[0080] In some embodiments, the lower tray 32 is disposed on the housing 100 and is connected to the condensate box 31 and the water inlet 400a. The lower tray 32 is used to receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box 31 and automatically discharge the condensate to the water inlet 400a by gravity.

[0081] The condensate water generated by the heat pump system is collected by the condensate water box 31 and pumped to the lower tray 32. Utilizing gravity, the condensate water in the lower tray 32 is automatically discharged to the inlet 400a of the ultrasonic generator 400. In this way, the ultrasonic generator 400 can use the condensate water to generate water mist, which enters the drying drum 200, keeping the clothes fluffy after drying in the clothing treatment equipment 1000, thus achieving wrinkle removal. Furthermore, the condensate water from the lower tray 32 does not require a water pump to discharge to the inlet 400a of the ultrasonic generator 400, simplifying the overall structure of the clothing treatment equipment 1000 and reducing its energy consumption and cost.

[0082] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 7 and 8, the garment processing device 1000 further includes a functional device 500 disposed between the lower tray 32 and the water inlet 400a, and the functional device 500 is used to process the condensate discharged from the lower tray 32 to the water inlet 400a.

[0083] The condensate discharged from the lower tray 32 to the water inlet 400a is processed by the functional device 500, so that the ultrasonic generator 400 can use the processed condensate to generate water mist.

[0084] In some embodiments, the functional device 500 includes a sterilization component for adding a sterilizing ingredient to the condensate discharged from the lower tray 32 to the inlet 400a.

[0085] For example, the sterilization component may contain components such as hydrogen peroxide and anions. Thus, after the condensate treated by the sterilization component is discharged to the inlet 400a, the water mist generated by the ultrasonic generator 400 has a sterilization function and can sterilize the clothes in the dryer 200.

[0086] In some embodiments, the sterilization component may be an ultraviolet sterilizer, an ozone generator, an electrolyzed water sterilization device, a silver ion sterilizer, a chlorinator, a chlorine dioxide generator, etc.

[0087] For example, the sterilization component is an ultraviolet sterilizer. In this case, the clothing treatment equipment 1000 can provide a closed space for the water flow, allowing the water to stay in it for a sufficient time to fully receive ultraviolet radiation and achieve the sterilization effect.

[0088] For example, the sterilization component is an ozone generator. An ozone generator converts oxygen in the air into ozone through high-voltage discharge, ultraviolet irradiation, or electrolysis. The ozone generator then thoroughly mixes the generated ozone with water, allowing the ozone to dissolve rapidly and exert its sterilization effect.

[0089] For example, the sterilization component is an electrolyzed water sterilization device. The condensate can undergo an electrolytic reaction in the electrolysis cell of the device, producing strong oxidizing substances with bactericidal effects, such as hypochlorous acid and hydrogen peroxide, to sterilize the condensate.

[0090] In some embodiments, the functional device 500 further includes a garment care component for adding garment care ingredients to the condensate discharged from the lower tray 32 to the inlet 400a.

[0091] For example, the garment care component may contain ingredients such as fragrance liquid and care liquid. In this way, after the condensate water treated by the garment care component is discharged to the water inlet 400a, the water mist generated by the ultrasonic generator 400 has a garment care function and can care for the clothes in the dryer 200.

[0092] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG9, the functional device 500 further includes a filter assembly for filtering condensate discharged from the lower tray 32 to the inlet 400a.

[0093] For example, the filter assembly may include a filter screen, filter cotton, etc. In this way, after the condensate water treated by the filter assembly is discharged to the inlet 400a, it can prevent impurities such as lint from entering the ultrasonic generator 400 with the condensate water and affecting the operation of the ultrasonic generator 400, thereby extending the service life of the ultrasonic generator 400.

[0094] By providing a variety of different functional devices, the garment processing equipment 1000 can select the appropriate functional device according to the actual situation to meet different usage needs.

[0095] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 and 2, the housing 100 includes a box 10, which has a dispensing port 10a.

[0096] By providing a dispensing port 10a on the housing 10, clothes can be dispensed from the dispensing port 10a into the drying drum 200 inside the housing 10.

[0097] In some embodiments, the housing 100 further includes a door movably connected to the housing 10, which is movable relative to the housing 10 to open or close the delivery port 10a.

[0098] The door is movably connected to the housing 10. When the door moves relative to the housing 10 to open the loading port 10a, clothes can be loaded into the drying drum 200 inside the housing 10 through the loading port 10a, or the user can remove clothes from the drying drum 200 through the loading port 10a. When the clothing handling equipment 1000 is running, the door can close the loading port 10a to ensure the reliable operation of the clothing handling equipment 1000.

[0099] In some embodiments, the housing 100 further includes a support member 11, which is disposed inside the housing 10 and located between the drying drum 200 and the dispensing port 10a. The support member 11 is provided with an opening 11a that connects the drying drum 200 and the dispensing port 10a.

[0100] By providing a support member 11 inside the housing 10, the support member 11 can be used to install a water box and an ultrasonic generator 400. On the other hand, by connecting the opening 11a of the support member 11 to the drying tub 200 and the dispensing port 10a, the support member 11 can avoid obstructing the clothes, allowing the clothes to smoothly enter the drying tub 200 from the dispensing port 10a, and allowing the clothes in the drying tub 200 to be taken out from the dispensing port 10a.

[0101] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generator 400 is disposed on the support member 11.

[0102] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generator 400 is located on the side of the cabinet door facing the drying drum 200.

[0103] By providing multiple different installation positions for the ultrasonic generator 400, the garment processing equipment 100 can select the installation position of the ultrasonic generator 400 according to the actual situation, thereby placing the ultrasonic generator 400 on the support member 11 or the door.

[0104] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG7, the ultrasonic generator 400 is further provided with a spray nozzle 400c, which is used to spray water mist.

[0105] In some embodiments, an ultrasonic generator 400 is disposed on the side of the support 11 facing the dryer tub 200, and a spray nozzle 400c is disposed facing the dryer tub 200.

[0106] By placing the ultrasonic generator 400 on the side of the support 11 facing the drying drum 200, the spray nozzle 400c can spray water mist toward the drying drum 200, thereby simplifying the structure of the clothing processing equipment 1000 and improving the compactness of the structure of the clothing processing equipment 1000.

[0107] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 1, 7 and 10, an ultrasonic generator 400 is disposed on the side of the support member 11 away from the dryer tub 200. The support member 11 is provided with a through hole 11b, which penetrates through the two opposite sides of the support member 11 to connect the spray nozzle 400c and the dryer tub 200.

[0108] By placing the ultrasonic generator 400 on the side of the support 11 away from the drying tub 200, interference between the drying tub 200 and the ultrasonic generator 400 can be avoided when the drying tub 200 rotates relative to the housing 10. Furthermore, the through hole 11b connects the spray nozzle 400c and the drying tub 200, ensuring that the water mist sprayed from the spray nozzle 400c can smoothly reach the drying tub 200.

[0109] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generator 400 is provided with a first seal, which is disposed around the spray nozzle 400c, and the side of the first seal away from the ultrasonic generator 400 abuts against the side of the support member 11 away from the dryer tub 200.

[0110] By surrounding the spray nozzle 400c and pressing the first seal between the ultrasonic generator 400 and the support member 11, the first seal can seal the connection between the spray nozzle 400c and the through hole 11b while the spray nozzle 400c and the through hole 11b are connected, thus achieving waterproofing.

[0111] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 and 7, the ultrasonic generator 400 further includes a housing 40, which is disposed on the housing 100. The housing 40 is provided with a spray nozzle 400c, a water inlet 400a, and a water outlet 400b. The spray nozzle 400c is disposed facing the inside of the drying drum 200.

[0112] In this way, the ultrasonic generator 400 receives condensate through the inlet 400a. After the condensate enters the housing 40, the water mist generated by the ultrasonic generator 400 can be sprayed out from the spray nozzle 400c, while the unused condensate can be discharged from the housing 40 through the outlet 400b.

[0113] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generator 400 further includes a vibrating plate 41 disposed within the housing 40 and located at the spray nozzle 400c. The vibrating plate 41 is used to generate vibration to convert condensed water into water mist and spray it out from the spray nozzle 400c.

[0114] By setting a vibrating plate 41 at the spray nozzle 400c, the condensate entering the housing 40 can be sprayed out from the spray nozzle 400c to the dryer 200 under the action of the vibrating plate 41.

[0115] In some embodiments, the inlet 400a and the outlet 400b are located on different sides of the housing 40. For example, the inlet 400a is located on the side of the housing 40 closer to the lower tray 32, while the outlet 400b is located on the side of the housing 40 closer to the condensate box 31.

[0116] By placing the inlet 400a and outlet 400b on different sides of the housing 40, the garment handling device 1000 can be configured to adjust their positions according to actual needs. This shortens the length of the pipe connecting the inlet 400a and the lower tray 32, and reduces the degree of bending required in the pipe. Furthermore, it also shortens the length of the pipe connecting the outlet 400b and the condensate box 31, and reduces the degree of bending required in the pipe.

[0117] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG11, the housing 40 is provided with a partition 40a, which is used to divide the interior of the housing 40 into a first cavity 40b and a second cavity 40c that are connected to each other. The water inlet 400a is connected to the first cavity 40b, and the water outlet 400b is connected to the second cavity 40c.

[0118] The housing 40 is divided into a first cavity 40b and a second cavity 40c by a partition 40a. This allows condensate entering the first cavity 40b via the inlet 400a to be obstructed by the partition 40a, thus enabling the condensate to flow slowly from the first cavity 40b to the second cavity 40c, and finally exit from the outlet 400b to the outside of the second cavity 40c. In other words, this reduces the rate at which condensate exits from the outlet 400b, allowing as much condensate as possible to be atomized by the ultrasonic generator 400, thereby improving the utilization rate of the condensate.

[0119] In some embodiments, the diameter of the inlet 400a is larger than the diameter of the outlet 400b. For example, the inlet 400a and the outlet 400b are circular, the diameter of the inlet 400a is the diameter of the circular inlet 400a, and the diameter of the outlet 400b is the diameter of the circular outlet 400b.

[0120] By setting the diameter of the inlet 400a to be larger than that of the outlet 400b, during the operation of the ultrasonic generator 400, the flow rate of condensate entering the housing 40 from the inlet 400a is high, while the flow rate exiting the housing 40 from the outlet 400b is low. In this way, a portion of condensate is always buffered in the housing 40 for atomization to generate water mist.

[0121] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 12 and 13, the housing 40 includes a bottom housing 401, which has an inlet 400a and an outlet 400b.

[0122] In some embodiments, the housing 40 further includes a top cover 402, which is connected to the bottom housing 401 and has a spray nozzle 400c. For example, the bottom housing 401 and the top cover 402 are detachably connected, thereby facilitating assembly and disassembly and reducing the difficulty of servicing the ultrasonic generator 400.

[0123] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generator 400 further includes a second seal 60, which is pressed between the bottom housing 401 and the top cover 402. By pressing the second seal 60 between the bottom housing 401 and the top cover 402, a waterproof seal can be achieved at the connection between the bottom housing 401 and the top cover 402.

[0124] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 13 and 14, the bottom shell 401 is provided with a first positioning part, and the top cover 402 is provided with a second positioning part 402a. The second positioning part 402a is used to cooperate with the first positioning part to position the bottom shell 401 and the top cover 402.

[0125] By connecting the first positioning part and the second positioning part 402a, the bottom shell 401 and the top cover 402 are positioned, which reduces the assembly difficulty of the bottom shell 401 and the top cover 402, thereby improving the assembly efficiency of the bottom shell 401 and the top cover 402.

[0126] In some embodiments, one of the first positioning portion and the second positioning portion 402a is a recessed portion, and the other is a protruding portion.

[0127] The bottom shell 401 and the top cover 402 are assembled by means of recessed parts and protrusions, which simplifies the structure of the shell 40 and reduces the design difficulty of the shell 40.

[0128] In some embodiments, the garment processing device 1000 further includes an electrical control box 70, which is disposed within the housing 100. The electrical control box 70 contains a circuit board 71, which is coupled to the vibrating plate 41 via wires.

[0129] By setting a circuit board 71 inside the control box 70, the control box 70 can provide installation space for the circuit board 71, and by using the circuit board 71 to couple with the vibrating plate 41, the circuit board 71 can control the vibrating plate 41.

[0130] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 12 and 13, the control box 70 is provided with a receiving groove 70a, and the circuit board 71 is disposed in the receiving groove 70a, which is filled with an adhesive. For example, the adhesive may be glue.

[0131] By providing a receiving groove 70a to accommodate the circuit board 71, the space occupied by the circuit board 71 can be reduced. Furthermore, by filling the receiving groove 70a with adhesive, the circuit board 71 can be fixed with the adhesive while being sealed to achieve waterproofing.

[0132] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 13 and 14, the housing 40 is further provided with a wire groove 40d, the first end of the wire is coupled to the circuit board 71, and the second end of the wire extends into the housing 40 to be embedded in the wire groove 40d and coupled to the vibrating plate 41.

[0133] By extending the second end of the wire into the housing 40 and using the wire groove 40d to embed the wire for positioning, the first end of the wire coupled to the vibrating plate 41 can be prevented from being affected by the vibration of the vibrating plate 41, thus avoiding connection failure and improving the reliability of the connection between the wire and the vibrating plate 41.

[0134] In some embodiments, the control box 70 and the housing 40 are integrally molded parts.

[0135] By adopting an integrated design, the control box 70 and the housing 40 are formed as a whole. This allows the circuit board 71 of the control box 70 to be wired to the vibrating plate 41 inside the housing 40 before the control box 70 and the housing 40 are installed as a whole into the housing 100, which helps to reduce the assembly difficulty.

[0136] In some embodiments, the housing 40 has a first connecting portion 403 on the side away from the electrical control box 70, and the first connecting portion 403 is detachably connected to the housing 100. The electrical control box 70 has a second connecting portion 701 on the side away from the housing 40, and the second connecting portion 701 is detachably connected to the housing 100.

[0137] By placing the first connecting portion 403 on the side of the housing 40 away from the electrical control box 70, and the second connecting portion 701 on the side of the electrical control box 70 away from the housing 40, the first connecting portion 403 and the second connecting portion 701 are located on opposite sides of the housing 40 and the electrical control box 70 as a whole. In this way, when the housing 40 and the electrical control box 70 are connected to the casing 100, the forces are evenly distributed, preventing stress concentration that could damage the housing 40 or the electrical control box 70.

[0138] For example, the detachable connection between the first connecting part 403, the second connecting part 701 and the housing 100 can be a snap-fit ​​connection, a bolt connection, etc., and this disclosure does not limit this.

[0139] In some embodiments, the control box 70 and the housing 40 are spaced apart, and a third connecting part 404 is provided between the control box 70 and the housing 40. The control box 70, the third connecting part 404, and the housing 40 are integrally formed. The third connecting part 404 is detachably connected to the housing 100.

[0140] By spacing the control box 70 and the housing 40 apart, the distance between the housing 40 and the circuit board 71 can be increased, thereby preventing condensate from the housing 40 from accidentally seeping into the circuit board 71 and causing a short circuit in the circuit board 71. Furthermore, by connecting the third connecting part 404 to the housing 100, the assembly strength between the control box 70 and the housing 40 as a whole and the housing 100 can be increased.

[0141] For example, the detachable connection between the third connecting part 404 and the housing 100 can be a snap-fit ​​connection, a bolt connection, etc., and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0142] In some embodiments, the control box 70 has a first surface 70b, which is disposed opposite to the bottom surface of the receiving groove 70a. The housing 40 has a second surface 40e, which abuts against the housing 100 and is disposed parallel to the first surface 70b.

[0143] By setting the first surface 70b and the second surface 40e to be parallel, it is convenient to assemble the housing 40 and the electrical control box 70 into the housing 100 as a whole. Furthermore, when filling the receiving groove 70a of the electrical control box 70 with adhesive using a dispensing device, the housing 40 and the electrical control box 70 can be laid flat as a whole for horizontal dispensing.

[0144] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 7 and 13, the ultrasonic generator 400 further includes a water-absorbing component 42, which is disposed inside the housing 40 and is used to absorb condensate.

[0145] By absorbing condensate through the water-absorbing component 42, sufficient moisture can be continuously maintained inside the housing 40 for atomization.

[0146] For example, the water-absorbing component 42 can be absorbent cotton, and can be cylindrical, block-shaped, or other shapes. The material and shape of the water-absorbing component 42 can be selected according to actual needs. Using absorbent cotton not only absorbs water but also filters it, preventing debris such as lint from clogging the micropores of the vibrating plate 41. This improves the atomization effect of the ultrasonic generator 400 and extends its service life.

[0147] In some embodiments, the projection of the water-absorbing component 42 within the housing 40 overlaps with the projection of the vibrating plate 41 within the housing 40.

[0148] By arranging the projection of the water-absorbing component 42 within the housing 40 to overlap with the projection of the vibrating plate 41 within the housing 40, the water-absorbing component 42 can be aligned with the vibrating plate 41 as much as possible. This helps to shorten the distance between the condensate adsorbed by the water-absorbing component 42 and the vibrating plate 41, thereby enabling the vibrating plate 41 to efficiently utilize the condensate adsorbed by the water-absorbing component 42.

[0149] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG15, the housing 40 is further provided with a mounting groove 40f, and the water-absorbing component 42 is disposed in the mounting groove 40f.

[0150] By providing the water-absorbing component 42 in the mounting groove 40f, the water-absorbing component 42 can be positioned, thereby preventing the water-absorbing component 42 from being misaligned due to the vibration generated by the ultrasonic generator 400 during operation.

[0151] In some embodiments, the depth of the mounting groove 40f is h, where h > 1 mm.

[0152] It should be noted that if the depth h of the mounting groove 40f is less than or equal to 1 mm, the size of the water-absorbing component 42 accommodated by the mounting groove 40f will be relatively small, resulting in a small contact area between the water-absorbing component 42 and the mounting groove 40f, and poor positioning stability. Therefore, the depth h of the mounting groove 40f can be set to h > 1 mm. In this way, the size of the water-absorbing component 42 accommodated by the mounting groove 40f will be larger, the contact area between the water-absorbing component 42 and the mounting groove 40f will be larger, and the positioning stability will be better.

[0153] For example, the depth h of the mounting groove 40f can be 1.1mm, 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm, 2.9mm, etc., and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0154] In some embodiments, the depth of the mounting groove 40f is h, where h < 3 mm.

[0155] It should be noted that if the depth h of the mounting groove 40f is greater than or equal to 3mm, the size of the water-absorbing component 42 accommodated by the mounting groove 40f will be large, the contact area between the water-absorbing component 42 and the mounting groove 40f will be large, and the connection strength between the water-absorbing component 42 and the mounting groove 40f will be high. This will make it difficult to disassemble and replace the water-absorbing component 42. Therefore, the depth h of the mounting groove 40f can be set to h < 3mm. In this way, the size of the water-absorbing component 42 accommodated by the mounting groove 40f will be small, the contact area between the water-absorbing component 42 and the mounting groove 40f will be small, and the connection strength between the water-absorbing component 42 and the mounting groove 40f will be low, making the water-absorbing component 42 easier to disassemble and replace.

[0156] For example, the depth h of the mounting groove 40f can be 2.9mm, 2.5mm, 2mm, 1.5mm, 1.1mm, etc., and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0157] In some embodiments, the housing 40 is further provided with a protrusion structure 405, which is configured in an annular shape and surrounds to form a mounting groove 40f.

[0158] By configuring the protruding structure 405 into a ring shape to enclose and form the mounting groove 40f, the formation of the mounting groove 40f is simplified, and the design difficulty of the mounting groove 40f is reduced. Furthermore, the ring-shaped protruding structure 405 has a certain deformation capability, allowing it to connect with a slightly larger water-absorbing component 42. This allows the deformation of the ring-shaped protruding structure 405 to compress the water-absorbing component 42, thereby securing the water-absorbing component 42.

[0159] In some embodiments, the thickness of the protrusion 405 along its own radial direction is t, where t > 0.5 mm.

[0160] For example, t refers to the thickness of the protrusion 405 on one side along its own radial direction.

[0161] It should be noted that if the thickness t of the protruding structure 405 along its own radial direction is ≤0.5mm, then the thickness t of the protruding structure 405 is small, the structural strength is low, and it is therefore prone to deformation and damage. Therefore, the thickness t of the protruding structure 405 along its own radial direction can be set to t>0.5mm. In this way, the thickness t of the protruding structure 405 is large, the structural strength is high, and it is not easily deformed and damaged.

[0162] For example, the thickness t of the protrusion 405 along its own radial direction can be 0.6 mm, 0.75 mm, 1 mm, 1.25 mm, 1.4 mm, etc., and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0163] In some embodiments, the thickness of the protrusion 405 along its own radial direction is t, where t < 1.5 mm.

[0164] It should be noted that if the thickness t of the protruding structure 405 along its own radial direction is ≥ 1.5 mm, then the thickness t of the protruding structure 405 is relatively large, making it difficult to deform. In this case, the deformation of the protruding structure 405 cannot be used to compress the water-absorbing component 42 to fix it. Therefore, the thickness t of the protruding structure 405 along its own radial direction can be set to t < 1.5 mm. In this way, the thickness t of the protruding structure 405 is relatively small, and its deformation ability is relatively strong. In this case, the deformation of the protruding structure 405 can be used to compress the water-absorbing component 42 to fix it.

[0165] For example, the thickness t of the protrusion 405 along its own radial direction can be 1.4 mm, 1.25 mm, 1 mm, 0.75 mm, 0.6 mm, etc., and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0166] In some embodiments, the protrusion 405 is provided with a notch 405a, which is used to disconnect the protrusion 405.

[0167] By setting a notch 405a to disconnect the protruding structure 405, the difficulty of the protruding structure 405 deforming can be reduced, so that the protruding structure 405 can use its own deformation to squeeze the water-absorbing component 42 to fix the water-absorbing component 42.

[0168] In some embodiments, the protrusion structure 405 is provided with a plurality of notches 405a, which are spaced apart to divide the protrusion structure 405 into a plurality of portions.

[0169] By setting multiple notches 405a to divide the protruding structure 405 into multiple parts, the difficulty of the protruding structure 405 to deform can be reduced, so that the protruding structure 405 can use its own deformation to squeeze the water-absorbing component 42 to fix the water-absorbing component 42, thereby facilitating the installation of the water-absorbing component 42.

[0170] In some embodiments, the ultrasonic generator 400 includes a water level detection component disposed within the housing 40.

[0171] By setting a water level detection component, the amount of condensate water inside the housing 40 can be detected, thereby preventing the ultrasonic generator 400 from operating when there is insufficient condensate water.

[0172] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG16, the water container 30 is nested within the lower tray 32, and the water container 30 is detachably disposed relative to the lower tray 32.

[0173] By nesting the water container 30 within the lower tray 32, the space occupied by the water container 30 can be reduced. Furthermore, the water container 30 can be detached from the lower tray 32 to drain the condensate inside, facilitating regular cleaning by the user.

[0174] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG17, the lower tray 32 has a receiving cavity 32a.

[0175] By providing a receiving cavity 32a to accommodate the water container 30, the space occupied by the water container 30 can be reduced.

[0176] In some embodiments, the lower tray 32 is further provided with an opening 32b communicating with the receiving cavity 32a, and the water container 30 can be moved relative to the lower tray 32 through the opening 32b into or outside the receiving cavity 32a.

[0177] By providing an opening 32b, the water container 30 can be moved into the receiving cavity 32a through the opening 32b, thus enabling the assembly of the water container 30 and the lower tray 32. When it is necessary to empty the condensate from the water container 30, the water container 30 can be moved out of the receiving cavity 32a through the opening 32b. This reduces the difficulty of assembling and disassembling the water container 30.

[0178] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 17 and 18, the lower tray 32 is provided with a water-blocking portion 32c. A first space in the lower tray 32 located on one side of the water-blocking portion 32c (e.g., the side away from the opening 32b) is used to receive condensate pumped by the condensate box 31 and allow the condensate to flow into a second space in the lower tray 32 located on the other side of the water-blocking portion 32c (e.g., the side closer to the opening 32b). The lower tray 32 is also provided with a water outlet pipe 321 communicating with the second space. The water outlet pipe 321 is connected to the water inlet 400a to discharge condensate into the water inlet 400a.

[0179] By setting up a water-blocking part 32c to obstruct the condensate, the speed at which the condensate received in the first space flows to the second space can be slowed down, thereby reducing the speed at which the condensate is discharged from the outlet pipe 321, allowing the condensate to be atomized by the ultrasonic generator 400 as much as possible, and improving the utilization rate of the condensate.

[0180] In some embodiments, the lower tray 32 is provided with a water outlet pipe 321, which is connected to the water inlet 400a. The water outlet pipe 321 can discharge the condensate received by the lower tray 32 to the water inlet 400a. The cross-sectional area of ​​the water outlet pipe 321 gradually decreases from the lower tray 32 to the water inlet 400a.

[0181] For example, if the water outlet pipe 321 is circular, the inner diameter of the water outlet pipe 321 is the diameter of the circular water outlet pipe 321.

[0182] By setting the cross-sectional area of ​​the water outlet pipe 321 to gradually decrease from the lower support box 32 to the water inlet 400a, the water outlet pipe 321 is roughly funnel-shaped. The cross-sectional area of ​​the end of the water outlet pipe 321 that connects to the interior of the lower support box 32 is larger. This can prevent the condensate from forming water droplets due to tension and causing blockage, thus slowing down the flow of condensate from the water outlet pipe 321 to the water inlet 400a. This ensures that a sufficient amount of condensate enters the housing 40 through the water inlet 400a for use by the ultrasonic generator 400.

[0183] In some embodiments, as shown in Figures 16 and 17, the water box further includes a cover 33, which covers and connects to the lower tray 32.

[0184] In some embodiments, the cover 33 is provided with a three-way structure, which is used to connect the condensate box 31, the water container 30 and the lower tray 32 to receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box 31 and deliver it to the water container 30 and the lower tray 32.

[0185] By setting a three-way structure on the cover 33, the condensate box 31, the water container 30 and the lower tray 32 can be connected by the three-way structure, so that the condensate pumped by the condensate box 31 can be diverted to the water container 30 and the lower tray 32.

[0186] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG19, the tee structure includes a connecting pipe 34, and the connecting pipe 34 and the cover 33 are integrally formed.

[0187] By using an integral design for the connecting pipe 34 and the cover 33, the number of installation parts can be reduced, the structural compactness of the water box can be improved, and the assembly difficulty of the water box can be reduced.

[0188] In some embodiments, the connecting pipe 34 has a first interface 34a, a second interface 34b, and a third interface 34c that are interconnected. The first interface 34a is connected to the condensate box 31, the second interface 34b is connected to the water container 30, and the third interface 34c is connected to the lower tray 32.

[0189] In this way, by connecting the first interface 34a to the condensate box 31, the first interface 34a can receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box 31 and divert it to the second interface 34b and the third interface 34c, so that the condensate can flow to the water container 30 and the lower tray 32 through the second interface 34b and the third interface 34c respectively.

[0190] In some embodiments, the cover 33 is further provided with a first delivery pipe 331, the first end of the first delivery pipe 331 is connected to the second interface 34b through a first flexible tube, and the second end of the first delivery pipe 331 is connected to the water container 30.

[0191] By providing a first delivery pipe 331 on the cover 33 and connecting the first delivery pipe 331 and the second interface 34b with a first flexible hose, the second interface 34b can be connected to the water container 30.

[0192] In some embodiments, the cover 33 is further provided with a second delivery pipe 332, the first end of the second delivery pipe 332 is connected to the third interface 34c through a second flexible tube, and the second end of the second delivery pipe 332 is connected to the lower tray 32.

[0193] By setting a second delivery pipe 332 on the cover 33 and using a second flexible hose to connect the second delivery pipe 332 and the third interface 34c, the connection between the third interface 34c and the lower tray 32 is realized.

[0194] In some embodiments, the cover 33 is further provided with a first guide groove 33a, which is provided corresponding to the first delivery pipe 331 and is used to accommodate at least a portion of the first hose.

[0195] By setting a first guide groove 33a to accommodate at least part of the first hose, the difficulty of connecting the first hose to the first delivery pipe 331 can be reduced while protecting the first hose, thereby reducing the difficulty of assembling the water box.

[0196] In some embodiments, the cover 33 is further provided with a second guide groove 33b, which is provided corresponding to the second delivery pipe 332 and is used to accommodate at least a portion of the second hose.

[0197] By providing a second guide groove 33b to accommodate at least part of the second hose, the second hose is protected while the difficulty of connecting the second hose to the second delivery pipe 332 is reduced, thereby reducing the difficulty of assembling the water box.

[0198] In other embodiments, as shown in Figures 20 and 21, the tee structure is configured to be welded to form a first flow channel 333 on the cover 33.

[0199] The formation of the first flow channel 333 by fusion deposition of the cover 33 refers to the use of fusion deposition molding when forming the first flow channel 333. Fusion deposition molding is a material forming technology based on the principle of fusion deposition. It is a process of constructing a three-dimensional solid by fusion deposition of material layer by layer, similar to a forming method in three-dimensional (3D) printing technology. In this process, the filler material (such as metal wire, powder, etc.) is melted under the action of an energy source (such as laser, electron beam, electric arc, etc.), and then the molten material is deposited on the worktable or the surface of the already formed part according to a pre-designed path and shape, layer by layer, until the desired part shape is finally formed.

[0200] The first flow channel 333 is formed by fusion bonding, which facilitates the setting of the three-way structure on the cover 33 and improves the reliability of the three-way structure on the cover 33. This simplifies the molding process of the three-way structure, reduces the assembly difficulty of the water box, and reduces the risk of water leakage.

[0201] In some embodiments, the first flow channel 333 has a fourth interface 333a, a fifth interface 333b, and a sixth interface 333c that are interconnected. The fourth interface 333a is connected to the condensate box 31 and is used to receive condensate pumped by the condensate box 31. The fifth interface 333b is connected to the water container 30, and the sixth interface 333c is connected to the lower tray 32.

[0202] By connecting the fourth interface 333a to the condensate box 31, the fourth interface 333a can receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box 31 and divert it to the fifth interface 333b and the sixth interface 333c, so that the condensate can flow to the water container 30 and the lower tray 32 through the fifth interface 333b and the sixth interface 333c respectively.

[0203] In some embodiments, the fourth interface 333a is connected to the condensate box 31 via a third flexible tube. The cover 33 is also provided with a third guide groove 33c, which is provided corresponding to the fourth interface 333a, and is used to accommodate at least a portion of the third flexible tube.

[0204] By providing a third guide groove 33c to accommodate at least part of the third hose, the difficulty of connecting the third hose to the fourth interface 333a can be reduced while protecting the third hose, thereby reducing the difficulty of assembling the water box.

[0205] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG22, the water container 30 is provided with a second flow channel 30a, which is located inside the water container 30 and is not connected to the inside of the water container 30. The first end of the second flow channel 30a is connected to the condensate box 31, and the second end of the second flow channel 30a is connected to the lower support box 32.

[0206] It should be noted that the second flow channel 30a is not connected to the water collection box 30, meaning that the condensate in the second flow channel 30a will not flow into the water collection box 30. The second flow channel 30a can be installed through the water collection box 30.

[0207] By providing a second flow channel 30a within the water container 30, the condensate container 31 and the lower tray 32 can be connected via the second flow channel 30a, thereby enabling the condensate pumped by the condensate container 31 to be transported to the lower tray 32. Furthermore, by utilizing the water container 30 itself to form the second flow channel 30a, the number of pipes required can be reduced, thus simplifying the overall structure of the water container and reducing the difficulty of assembling it.

[0208] In some embodiments, the cross-sectional area of ​​the second flow channel 30a gradually decreases from the water container 30 to the lower support box 32. For example, the second flow channel 30a is circular, and the inner diameter of the second flow channel 30a is the diameter of the circular second flow channel 30a.

[0209] By setting the cross-sectional area of ​​the second flow channel 30a to gradually decrease from the water box 30 to the lower tray 32, the second flow channel 30a can be made to be roughly funnel-shaped. Furthermore, the cross-sectional area of ​​the end of the second flow channel 30a that connects to the condensate box 31 is larger. This can prevent the condensate from forming water droplets due to tension and causing blockage, which would slow down the flow of condensate from the second flow channel 30a to the lower tray 32. This ensures that a sufficient amount of condensate can enter the lower tray 32 through the second flow channel 30a.

[0210] In some embodiments, as shown in FIG17, a first filter element 301 is provided at the connection between the condensate box 31 and the water box 30.

[0211] By setting the first filter component 301 to filter the condensate, impurities such as lint can be prevented from entering the water collection box 30 along with the condensate, thereby avoiding blockage and contamination of the water collection box 30.

[0212] For example, the first filter element 301 may be a filter screen, filter cotton, etc., and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0213] In some embodiments, a second filter element 302 is provided at the connection between the condensate box 31 and the lower tray 32.

[0214] By setting a second filter component 302 to filter the condensate, impurities such as lint can be prevented from entering the lower tray 32 along with the condensate, thereby avoiding blockage and contamination of the lower tray 32.

[0215] For example, the second filter element 302 may be a filter screen, filter cotton, etc., and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0216] It should be noted that any one of the technical solutions disclosed in this disclosure can solve one or more of the above-mentioned technical problems and achieve a certain disclosure purpose to a certain extent; multiple technical disclosures can also be combined into an overall solution to solve one or more of the above-mentioned technical problems and achieve a certain disclosure purpose; some technical disclosures can also be selected and combined into an overall solution, while adopting related technologies and deteriorating solutions, but the deterioration trend can be compensated by the means of this technical disclosure, and the overall solution can solve one or more of the above-mentioned technical problems and achieve a certain disclosure purpose to a certain extent; each technical disclosure combined into a complete technical solution constitutes an organic and indivisible overall solution, which solves the technical problems and achieves a certain disclosure purpose as a whole.

[0217] Any technical disclosure in this disclosure, as well as the recombination of multiple technical disclosures, can form a complete technical solution and solve one or more of the aforementioned technical problems, thereby achieving the purpose of disclosure. All of these are part of the content of this disclosure and are directly and unambiguously determined based on the content of this disclosure.

[0218] Those skilled in the art will understand that the scope of this disclosure is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and that modifications and substitutions can be made to certain elements of the embodiments without departing from the spirit of this application. The scope of this application is limited by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A garment processing device, comprising: chassis; A clothes drying drum, which is rotatably disposed within the housing; A heat pump system, wherein the heat pump system is disposed within the housing; A water box, located in the housing, is used to collect condensate generated by the heat pump system. The water box includes a water holding box and a condensate box. The water holding box is detachably mounted on the top of the housing, and the condensate box is mounted on the bottom of the housing. The condensate box is connected to the water holding box. The condensate box can collect the condensate generated by the heat pump system and pump the condensate to the water holding box. Water pump, through which the condensate box pumps condensate; The garment processing equipment also includes: An ultrasonic generator is disposed in the housing. The ultrasonic generator has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet is connected to the condensate box, and the outlet is connected to the condensate box. The ultrasonic generator can receive condensate pumped from the condensate box through the inlet, generate water mist in the dryer drum using the condensate, and discharge unused condensate to the condensate box through the outlet. The water box further includes a lower support box, which is disposed on the housing and connected to the condensate box and the water inlet. The lower support box can receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box and discharge the condensate to the water inlet.

2. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1, wherein, The garment processing equipment also includes a functional device, which is located between the lower tray and the water inlet. The functional device includes one or more of a sterilization component, a garment care component, and a filtration component. The sterilization component can add sterilization ingredients to the condensate discharged from the lower tray to the water inlet, the clothing care component can add clothing care ingredients to the condensate discharged from the lower tray to the water inlet, and the filtration component can filter the condensate discharged from the lower tray to the water inlet.

3. The garment processing equipment according to claim 1 or 2, wherein, The ultrasonic generator includes: A housing, disposed within the machine casing, the housing having a spray nozzle, a water inlet, and a water outlet, the spray nozzle being oriented towards the inside of the dryer drum; and A vibrating plate is disposed inside the housing and located at the spray nozzle, and the vibrating plate is capable of vibrating.

4. The garment processing equipment according to claim 3, wherein, The garment processing equipment also includes an electrical control box, which is located inside the housing. The electrical control box contains a circuit board, which is electrically connected to the vibrating plate via wires.

5. The garment processing equipment according to claim 3 or 4, wherein, The ultrasonic generator also includes a water-absorbing component, which is located inside the housing and is capable of absorbing condensate.

6. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 3-5, wherein, The ultrasonic generator also includes a water level detection component, which is disposed inside the housing.

7. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1-6, wherein, The lower tray is provided with a water-blocking part. The first space of the lower tray located on one side of the water-blocking part can receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box and flow to the second space of the lower tray located on the other side of the water-blocking part. The lower tray is provided with a water outlet pipe that connects to the second space and the water outlet pipe is connected to the water inlet.

8. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The lower tray is equipped with a water outlet pipe, which is connected to the water inlet. The condensate collected by the lower tray is discharged to the water inlet. The cross-sectional area of ​​the water outlet pipe decreases from the lower support box towards the water inlet.

9. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 1-8, wherein, The water tank also includes: The cover is connected to the lower tray box. The cover has a three-way structure that connects the condensate box, the water container, and the lower tray box. The three-way structure receives the condensate pumped by the condensate box and delivers it to the water container and the lower tray box.

10. A garment processing device, comprising: chassis; A clothes drying drum, which is rotatably disposed within the housing; A heat pump system, wherein the heat pump system is disposed within the housing; A water box, located in the housing, is used to collect condensate generated by the heat pump system. The water box includes a water holding box and a condensate box. The water holding box is detachably mounted on the top of the housing, and the condensate box is mounted on the bottom of the housing. The condensate box is connected to the water holding box. The condensate box can collect the condensate generated by the heat pump system and pump the condensate to the water holding box. Water pump, through which the condensate box pumps condensate; The garment processing equipment also includes: An ultrasonic generator is disposed inside the housing. The ultrasonic generator has an inlet and an outlet. The inlet is connected to the condensate box, and the outlet is connected to the condensate box. The ultrasonic generator can receive condensate pumped from the condensate box through the inlet, generate water mist in the dryer drum using the condensate, and discharge unused condensate to the condensate box through the outlet. The water box also includes a lower support box, which is disposed on the housing and connected to the condensate box and the water inlet. The lower support box can receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box and automatically discharge the condensate to the water inlet by gravity.

11. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 10, wherein, The garment processing equipment also includes a functional device, which is located between the lower tray and the water inlet. The functional device includes one or more of a sterilization component, a garment care component, and a filtration component. The sterilization component can add sterilization ingredients to the condensate discharged from the lower tray to the water inlet, the clothing care component can add clothing care ingredients to the condensate discharged from the lower tray to the water inlet, and the filtration component can filter the condensate discharged from the lower tray to the water inlet.

12. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 10 or 11, wherein, The ultrasonic generator includes: A housing, disposed within the machine casing, the housing having a spray nozzle, a water inlet, and a water outlet, the spray nozzle being oriented towards the inside of the dryer drum; and A vibrating plate is disposed inside the housing and located at the spray nozzle, and the vibrating plate is capable of vibrating.

13. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 12, wherein, The garment processing equipment also includes an electrical control box, which is located inside the housing. The electrical control box contains a circuit board, which is electrically connected to the vibrating plate via wires.

14. The garment processing apparatus according to claim 12 or 13, wherein, The ultrasonic generator also includes a water-absorbing component, which is located inside the housing and is capable of absorbing condensate.

15. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 12-14, wherein, The ultrasonic generator also includes a water level detection component, which is disposed inside the housing.

16. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 10-15, wherein, The lower tray is provided with a water-blocking part. The first space of the lower tray located on one side of the water-blocking part can receive the condensate pumped by the condensate box and flow to the second space of the lower tray located on the other side of the water-blocking part. The lower tray is provided with a water outlet pipe that connects to the second space and the water outlet pipe is connected to the water inlet.

17. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 10-16, wherein, The lower tray is equipped with a water outlet pipe, which is connected to the water inlet. The condensate collected by the lower tray is discharged to the water inlet. The cross-sectional area of ​​the water outlet pipe decreases from the lower support box towards the water inlet.

18. The garment processing apparatus according to any one of claims 10-17, wherein, The water tank also includes: The cover is connected to the lower tray box. The cover has a three-way structure that connects the condensate box, the water container, and the lower tray box. The three-way structure receives the condensate pumped by the condensate box and delivers it to the water container and the lower tray box.

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