Base station and cleaning system

Abstract

Disclosed in the present disclosure are a base station and a cleaning system. The base station comprises: a base provided with a dust collection channel; a cleaning tray connected to the base, the cleaning tray having a cleaning cavity, a liquid drain port in communication with the cleaning cavity, and a dust collection port in communication with the dust collection channel, the cleaning cavity being provided with a dirt discharge opening; a separator; and a dust collection assembly in communication with the dust collection channel. When a cleaning robot enters the base station to perform a cleaning operation, dirt generated from cleaning a cleaning member flows through the dirt discharge opening to the separator, which separates wastewater and at least some debris in the dirt, the wastewater flowing through the separator to the liquid drain port for discharge. When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform a dust collection operation, the dust collection assembly operates and collects the debris on the separator through the dust collection channel and the dust collection port. In this way, debris is prevented from causing blockage at the liquid drain port, ensuring normal discharge of wastewater to a drain line, and thereby reducing the frequency of cleaning the liquid drain port or the cleaning tray by users, and improving the user experience.

Description

Base stations and cleaning systems

[0001] Cross-references to related applications

[0002] This disclosure claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202520138286.3, filed on January 20, 2025, entitled "Base Station and Cleaning System", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This disclosure relates to the field of cleaning equipment, and more particularly to a base station and a cleaning system. Background Technology

[0004] In recent years, cleaning robots have become increasingly popular due to their high level of intelligence, bringing great convenience to people's lives. Cleaning robots are equipped with base stations, which allow them to dock and perform functions such as mop cleaning, charging, and dust collection. The dirt generated from mop cleaning is mixed with wastewater and some grime that is difficult to drain with the wastewater, such as hair, lint, and sand. This grime can easily clog the drain outlet, hindering the discharge of wastewater. Cleaning up the remaining grime is also troublesome, increasing the user's workload and reducing the user experience.

[0005] Utility Model Content

[0006] This disclosure aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. In view of this, it is necessary to provide a base station and cleaning system that can separate sewage and dirt, and the dirt can be easily cleaned up, thereby improving the user experience.

[0007] The first aspect of this disclosure provides a base station for use in conjunction with a cleaning robot, and for at least maintaining the cleaning robot. The base station includes: a base with a dust collection channel; a cleaning tray connected to the base and having a cleaning tank, a drain outlet communicating with the cleaning tank, and a dust collection outlet communicating with the dust collection channel; a sewage discharge opening on the cleaning tank for accommodating and cleaning the cleaning components of the cleaning robot; a separator communicating with the drain outlet, the dust collection outlet, and the sewage discharge opening; and a dust collection assembly communicating with the dust collection channel. When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform a cleaning operation, the dirt generated from cleaning the cleaning components flows through the sewage discharge opening to the separator, and the separator separates the wastewater and at least some of the dirt from the dirt. The wastewater flows through the separator to the drain outlet for discharge. When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform a dust collection operation, the dust collection assembly operates and collects the dirt on the separator through the dust collection channel and the dust collection outlet.

[0008] In some embodiments, the base is also provided with a docking interface, which is connected to the dust collection channel; when the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform the dust collection operation, the dust box of the cleaning robot is connected to the docking interface, the dust collection component works, and the garbage in the dust box is collected through the dust collection channel and the docking interface.

[0009] In some embodiments, a scraper is provided at the drain opening. During the cleaning process, the cleaning component and the scraper move relative to each other so that dirt flows through the drain opening to the separator.

[0010] In some embodiments, the cleaning tray includes a body and a cleaning cover, the body is connected to a base, the cleaning cover is detachably connected to the body, and a drain opening is provided on the cleaning cover.

[0011] In some embodiments, along the thickness direction of the cleaning cover, the drain opening penetrates through the cleaning cover, and the scraper protrudes from the bottom surface of the cleaning cover or the cleaning tank.

[0012] In some embodiments, the cleaning cover includes a drain outlet that extends through the cleaning cover along its thickness direction; or, the cleaning cover includes a drain outlet and an extension groove that communicates with the cleaning groove and is recessed toward the drain outlet.

[0013] In some embodiments, the position of the separator corresponds to the position of the cleaning cover, and the separator is located below the cleaning cover. The projection of the drain outlet on the horizontal plane is within the projection range of the separator on the horizontal plane.

[0014] In some embodiments, the main body is provided with a lower sludge trough, which is recessed in the direction away from the cleaning cover and is connected to the drain opening, the liquid outlet and the dust collection port; a separator is provided in the lower sludge trough and divides the lower sludge trough into a first trough and a second trough, the first trough being closer to the cleaning cover than the second trough.

[0015] In some embodiments, the separator includes a partition opening that communicates with both the first and second tanks, and is used at least to filter wastewater from the contaminants.

[0016] In some embodiments, the width of the partition gradually decreases along the direction in which the cleaning robot enters the base station.

[0017] In some embodiments, the separator includes a water inlet that is connected to both the first tank and the second tank and is used to filter out wastewater from the dirt; wherein, along the direction in which the cleaning robot enters the base station, the drain outlet is located in front of the dust collection port, the water inlet is closer to the drain outlet than the separator, and the separator is closer to the dust collection port than the water inlet.

[0018] In some embodiments, the width of the portion of the separator located between the filter inlet and the dividing port gradually decreases along the direction from the filter inlet to the dividing port.

[0019] In some embodiments, the bottom surface of the separator is recessed towards the water filter outlet.

[0020] In some embodiments, when the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform cleaning operations, the projection of the rotation center of the cleaning component onto the horizontal plane is located within the projection range of the drain opening, scraper, or separator onto the horizontal plane.

[0021] In some embodiments, the cleaning robot includes casters and a support at the drain opening. When the cleaning robot enters the base station, the support supports the casters so that the casters can pass through the drain opening.

[0022] In some embodiments, the base station further includes a drying channel communicating with a cleaning tank; the base station further includes a drying assembly communicating with the drying channel for drying at least one of a separator, dirt on the separator, the cleaning tank, and a cleaning component.

[0023] A second aspect of this disclosure provides a base station used in conjunction with a cleaning robot and for at least maintaining the cleaning robot. The base station includes: a base; a cleaning tray connected to the base and having a cleaning trough and a drain outlet communicating with the cleaning trough, the cleaning trough being used to accommodate and clean the cleaning components of the cleaning robot; and a separator connected to the cleaning tray and communicating with the drain outlet. When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform a cleaning operation, the dirt generated from cleaning the cleaning components flows to the separator, and the separator separates the wastewater and at least some of the dirt from the dirt. The wastewater flows through the separator to the drain outlet and is discharged, while the dirt remains on the separator.

[0024] In some embodiments, at least a portion of the edge of the separator or at least a portion of the edge where the cleaning tray connects to the separator is provided with a scraper. During the cleaning process, the cleaning tray and the scraper move relative to each other to collect dirt into the separator. Alternatively, the cleaning tray has a first edge at the connection point between the cleaning tray and the separator, and the separator has a second edge at the connection point between the separator and the cleaning tray. At least a portion of the first edge is higher than the second edge. During the cleaning process, the cleaning tray and the portion of the first edge that is higher than the second edge move relative to each other to collect dirt into the separator. Alternatively, at least a portion of the second edge is higher than the first edge. During the cleaning process, the cleaning tray and the portion of the second edge that is higher than the first edge move relative to each other to collect dirt into the separator.

[0025] In some embodiments, the cleaning tray further includes a lower sludge trough and is connected to a drain outlet. A separator is disposed in the lower sludge trough, and both the separator and the lower sludge trough are recessed in a direction away from the cleaning tank.

[0026] In some embodiments, the separator also has filter holes for filtering out wastewater from the dirt.

[0027] In some embodiments, the base station further includes a drying channel communicating with a cleaning tank; the base station further includes a drying assembly communicating with the drying channel for drying at least one of a separator, dirt on the separator, the cleaning tank, and a cleaning component.

[0028] In some embodiments, the separator is recessed in the direction away from the cleaning tank, and the bottom surface of the portion of the separator corresponding to the drying channel is recessed more shallowly in the direction away from the cleaning tank than the bottom surface of other portions of the separator.

[0029] In some embodiments, when the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform cleaning operations, the projection of the rotation center of the cleaning component onto the horizontal plane is within the projection range of the separator onto the horizontal plane.

[0030] In some embodiments, the separator also has a handheld position for a user to hold the separator.

[0031] This disclosure provides a third party to provide a cleaning system, including: a cleaning robot, and a base station provided by the first or second party, wherein the base station and the cleaning robot are used in conjunction and are at least used for maintaining the cleaning robot.

[0032] With the base station and cleaning system provided in this disclosure, when the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform cleaning operations, the cleaning components of the cleaning robot are cleaned in the cleaning tray. The dirt generated from cleaning the cleaning components flows from the cleaning tank to the separator, where the wastewater and at least some of the dirt are separated. The wastewater flows through the separator to the drain outlet and is discharged, while the dirt remains on the separator. This avoids blockage at the drain outlet, ensures the normal discharge of wastewater into the sewage pipe, reduces the frequency of drain outlet cleaning for users, and improves the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0033] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cleaning system provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0034] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a base station provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0035] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the base, cleaning tray, separator, dust collection assembly and drying assembly provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0036] Figure 4 is an exploded view of the base, cleaning tray and separator provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure from a first perspective.

[0037] Figure 5 is an exploded view of the base, cleaning tray and separator provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure from a second perspective.

[0038] Figure 6 is an exploded view from a third-person perspective of the base, cleaning tray, and separator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0039] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the lower sludge tank provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure, in which the cleaning cover and the partition are shown in cross-section.

[0040] Figure 8 is an exploded view of a separator and cleaning cover provided in an embodiment of this disclosure from a first-view perspective.

[0041] Figure 9 is an exploded view of a separator and cleaning cover provided in an embodiment of this disclosure from a second perspective.

[0042] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram showing the distribution relationship between the drain opening and the cleaning component provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0043] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a base station provided in another embodiment of this disclosure.

[0044] Figure 12 is an exploded view of the main body, cleaning cover, and separator provided in the embodiment shown in Figure 11.

[0045] Figure 13 is a magnified view of part A in Figure 12.

[0046] Figure 14 is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a base station provided in another embodiment of this disclosure.

[0047] Figure 15 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a base station provided in another embodiment of this disclosure.

[0048] Figure 16 is an exploded view of the base, cleaning tray, and separator provided in another embodiment of this disclosure.

[0049] Figure 17 is an exploded view of the cleaning tray and separator provided in the embodiment shown in Figure 16.

[0050] Figure 18 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a base station provided in another embodiment of this disclosure.

[0051] Figure 19 is an exploded view of the cleaning tray and separator provided in the embodiment shown in Figure 18.

[0052] Figure 20 is a structural schematic diagram of the separator provided in the embodiment shown in Figure 18.

[0053] Key Component Symbols: 1000, Base Station; 3000, Cleaning System; 100, Base; 101, Dust Collection Channel; 103, Receiving Tank; 104, First Drain Outlet; 105, Second Drain Outlet; 106, Connecting Interface; 107, Connecting Pipe; 108, Connecting Port; 200, Cleaning Plate; 201, Cleaning Tank; 202, Drain Outlet; 203, Dust Collection Port; 204, Sewage Discharge Opening; 2041, Guide Surface; 205, Scraper Blade; 2051, Scraper Brush Surface; 2052, Inclined... 206. Inclined surface; 2061. Lower sludge tank; 2062. First tank; 2063. Second tank; 207. Liquid inlet; 209. Drying channel; 210. Air passage; 211. Support component; 212. Cleaning protrusion; 213. Fixing hole; 214. First edge; 215. Positioning hole; 216. Mounting clip hole; 217. Holding hole; 300. Divider; 301. Clip block; 302. Positioning block; 303. Divider opening; 304. Collection tank; 305. Filter outlet; 30 6. Air passage; 307. Filter hole; 308. Handhold position; 309. Fixing block; 310. Mounting post; 311. Second edge; 312. Grip block; 313. Positioning block; 314. Auxiliary slot; 315. Holding block; 400. Dust collection assembly; 401. Dust collection container; 402. Dust collection fan; 500. Main body; 501. Protruding strip; 502. Snap-fit ​​hole; 503. Mounting groove; 504. Locking block; 505. Support block; 600. Cleaning cover; 601. Magazine slot; 602, Positioning slot; 603, Insertion block; 604, Snap-fit ​​block; 605, Handle; 606, Drain outlet; 607, Extension slot; 608, Fastener; 609, Water baffle; 610, Auxiliary snap-fit ​​block; 700, Outer shell; 701, Inlet / outlet; 702, Accommodation space; 800, Drying assembly; 801, Drying air duct; 802, Drying fan; 2000, Cleaning robot; 2001, Drive wheel; 2002, Caster wheel; 2003, Cleaning component. Detailed Implementation

[0054] The technical solutions of the present disclosure will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present disclosure, and not all embodiments.

[0055] When a component is considered to be "located" on another component, it can be directly on the other component or may also be interspersed with other components. When a component is considered to be "connected" to another component, it can be directly connected to the other component or may also be interspersed with other components.

[0056] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure belongs. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of this disclosure. The term "or / and" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0057] Unless otherwise defined, the term "multiple" in this document, when used to describe the number of components, specifically means that the component is two or more.

[0058] The following detailed description of some embodiments of this disclosure is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.

[0059] This disclosure provides a base station and a cleaning system that are more convenient to use and improve user experience.

[0060] This disclosure first provides a base station. Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a cleaning system provided in an embodiment of this disclosure. Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a base station provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0061] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, the cleaning system 3000 may include a base station 1000 and a cleaning robot 2000. The cleaning robot 2000 is capable of moving within a designated area and cleaning up dirt in the area it passes through. The base station 1000 works in conjunction with the cleaning robot 2000, and the base station 1000 is used at least for maintaining the cleaning robot 2000.

[0062] Specifically, the cleaning robot 2000 includes drive wheels 2001 and casters 2002. Both drive wheels 2001 and casters 2002 are located at the bottom of the cleaning robot 2000, working together to support it. The drive wheels 2001 propel the cleaning robot 2000 forward or backward, while the casters 2002 adapt to the direction of movement. For example, there are two drive wheels 2001, arranged side-by-side with a gap between them. The direction of movement of the cleaning robot 2000 when performing a cleaning task is defined as the forward direction Y1. The two drive wheels 2001 are located on the left and right sides of the cleaning robot 2000, respectively, and the casters 2002 can be located on the front or rear side of the cleaning robot 2000. The direction in which the cleaning robot 2000 enters and exits the base station 1000 is shown as the X direction in Figure 2.

[0063] Specifically, the cleaning robot 2000 also includes a cleaning component 2003, which is disposed at the bottom of the cleaning robot 2000. For example, the cleaning component 2003 is a rotating mop, and there are two cleaning components 2003 arranged side-by-side at the rear of the cleaning robot 2000. During operation, the cleaning robot 2000 can move within a designated area, while the cleaning components 2003 rotate. Thus, the cleaning robot 2000 can wipe and absorb dirt in the area it passes through, achieving a surface cleaning effect.

[0064] It is understood that the dirt mentioned in this disclosure can be sewage, filth, etc. Sewage can be liquid water or a mixture of liquid water and some filth, etc., which can be wiped or absorbed by a mop; filth can be solids such as hair, lint, and mud, or a mixture of solids and some liquid water, etc., which can be vacuumed away.

[0065] Specifically, the cleaning robot 2000 also includes a vacuuming device and a dustbin. The vacuuming device's suction port is located at the bottom of the cleaning robot 2000. The dustbin is detachably installed inside the cleaning robot 2000, and the vacuuming device is connected to the dustbin. During operation, the cleaning robot 2000 can move within a designated area, while the vacuuming device sucks up dirt from the area it passes through through the suction port and collects it in the dustbin. The dirt in the dustbin can be emptied periodically.

[0066] It is worth noting that the above description of the cleaning robot 2000 is merely an illustrative example. In practical applications, the quantity, position, or selection of components such as drive wheels 2001, casters 2002, cleaning components 2003, vacuuming devices, and dust boxes in the cleaning robot 2000 can be adaptively configured according to design requirements, and this disclosure does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0067] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the base, cleaning tray, separator, dust collection assembly and drying assembly provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0068] As shown in Figures 2 and 3, in this embodiment, the base station 1000 includes a base 100, a cleaning tray 200, a separator 300, and a dust collection assembly 400. Both the cleaning tray 200 and the dust collection assembly 400 are connected to the base 100, and the separator 300 is connected to the cleaning tray 200. The base 100 supports the cleaning tray 200; exemplarily, the cleaning tray 200 is detachably placed on the base 100. The cleaning tray 200 partially accommodates and cleans the cleaning robot 2000 to perform cleaning operations on the cleaning robot 2000; exemplarily, the cleaning tray 200 can be used to accommodate and clean the cleaning components 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. The separator 300 separates wastewater and dirt from the dirt generated during the cleaning operation. The dust collection assembly 400 removes the dirt generated during the cleaning operation by vacuuming.

[0069] Figure 4 is an exploded view of the base, cleaning tray, and separator provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure from a first perspective. Figure 5 is an exploded view of the base, cleaning tray, and separator provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure from a second perspective.

[0070] As shown in Figures 3 to 5, the base 100 is provided with a dust collection channel 101, through which dirt can pass. The dust collection assembly 400 is connected to the dust collection channel 101 and is used to perform dust collection operations. When performing dust collection operations, the dust collection assembly 400 sucks away dirt in the dust collection channel 101 or dirt in the space connected to the dust collection channel 101 by suction.

[0071] The cleaning tray 200 has a cleaning tank 201, a drain outlet 202, and a dust collection outlet 203, both of which are connected to the cleaning tank 201. The dust collection outlet 203 is connected to the dust collection channel 101, and the cleaning tank 201 is provided with a sewage discharge opening 204. The drain outlet 202, the dust collection outlet 203, and the sewage discharge opening 204 are all connected to the partition 300.

[0072] Specifically, the cleaning tank 201 is used to house the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 for cleaning the cleaning component 2003. Dirt generated during the cleaning process can be discharged to the separator 300 through the drain opening 204. The separator 300 is used to separate wastewater and dirt from the dirt. The separated wastewater can be discharged through the drain port 202, while the separated dirt can remain on the separator 300 or be discharged to the dust collection channel 101 through the dust collection port 203. For example, during the cleaning operation, the cleaning tank 201 and the cleaning component 2003 move relative to each other and rub against each other (e.g., the cleaning tank 201 is stationary and the cleaning component 2003 rotates; or, for example, the cleaning component 2003 is stationary and the cleaning tank 201 or a component on the cleaning tank 201 reciprocates), to peel off the dirt attached to the cleaning component 2003. The dirt falls into the separator 300 through the drain opening 204.

[0073] It is understandable that when the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform cleaning operations, the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 is cleaned in the cleaning tray 200. The dirt generated from cleaning the cleaning component 2003 flows through the drain opening 204 to the separator 300, where the separator 300 separates the wastewater and at least some of the dirt. The wastewater flows through the separator 300 to the drain outlet 202 for discharge. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform dust collection operations, the dust collection component 400 operates, sucking away the dirt remaining on the separator 300 through the dust collection channel 101 and the dust collection port 203. In this way, the dirt generated by the cleaning robot 2000 cleaning the cleaning component 2003 can be separated into wet and dry parts, separating and collecting the dirt, preventing the dirt from clogging the drain outlet 202, ensuring the normal discharge of wastewater, thereby reducing the frequency of users cleaning the drain outlet 202 or the cleaning tray 200, reducing the user's workload, and improving the user experience.

[0074] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, in this embodiment, the base station 1000 further includes a housing 700, which is connected to the base 100. Part of the housing 700 covers the base 100 and the cleaning tray 200. Exemplarily, the housing 700 is disposed on the upper part of the base 100, and a receiving space 702 is formed between the housing 700 and the base 100. The receiving space 702 accommodates the cleaning robot 2000 for cleaning, dust collection, charging, and other operations. An inlet / outlet 701 is formed between one side of the housing 700 and the base 100, allowing the cleaning robot 2000 to enter and exit the base station 1000. It is understood that the position and size of the receiving space 702 and the inlet / outlet 701 can be configured according to the structure of the cleaning robot 2000, and this disclosure does not impose any limitations on this.

[0075] Exemplarily, the dust collection assembly includes a dust collection container 401 and a dust collection fan 402, with the dust collection container 401 connected to the dust collection fan 402. Both the dust collection container 401 and the dust collection fan 402 are disposed inside the housing 700. The dust collection container 401 is used to collect and store the dirt sucked away by the dust collection fan 402. When the dust collection assembly 400 is operational, i.e., when the dust collection fan 402 is turned on, a suction airflow is formed between the dust collection container 401, the connecting pipe 107, the dust collection channel 101, and the separator 300, to draw dirt from the separator 300 into the dust collection container 401.

[0076] For example, the dust collection container 401 is detachably connected to the housing 700, or the dust collection container 401 adopts an openable and closable structure. In this way, when the dirt in the dust collection container 401 accumulates to a certain level, the user can remove the dirt in the dust collection container 401 in one go by disassembling or opening the dust collection container 401, and then fix the dust collection container 401 to the housing 700 or close the dust collection container 401. For example, the dust collection container 401 can be a disposable dust bag.

[0077] As shown in Figures 3 to 5, in this embodiment, the drying assembly 800 includes a drying duct 801 and a drying fan 802. The drying duct 801 and the drying fan 802 are connected and are disposed inside the housing 700. After the drying fan 802 operates, it outputs hot air through the drying duct 801. The base station 1000 also includes a drying channel 209, with both ends of the drying channel 209 connected to the drying duct 801 and the cleaning tank 201, respectively. Exemplarily, the drying channel 209 is disposed at the bottom of the cleaning tray 200 (i.e., the side of the cleaning tray 200 facing the base 100), or at the top of the base 100 (i.e., the side of the base 100 facing the cleaning tray 200), or in the space between the cleaning tray 200 and the base 100. The hot air generated by the drying fan 802 flows sequentially through the drying duct 801 and the drying channel 209 to the cleaning tank 201.

[0078] The drying duct 801 is connected to the drying channel 209. The drying fan 802 can output hot air to the cleaning tank 201 through the drying channel 209 to dry at least one of the separator 300, dirt on the separator 300, the cleaning tank 201, and the cleaning component 2003. By utilizing the drying effect of the drying component 800, the ambient humidity can be reduced. On the one hand, this reduces the adhesion between dirt and the separator 300, allowing the dirt to be easily removed. On the other hand, it reduces bacterial growth and improves hygiene and cleanliness.

[0079] In one embodiment, a receiving groove 103 is provided on the side of the base 100 away from the inlet / outlet 701, the receiving groove 103 being used to receive the cleaning tray 200.

[0080] In one embodiment, the base 100 is provided with a first outlet 104, which is located at the bottom of the receiving tank 103 and at the lowest point within the receiving tank 103. The first outlet 104 is used to connect to a sewage pipe. The first outlet 104 is correspondingly provided with a drain port 202; for example, the drain port 202 is connected to the first outlet 104 or the drain port 202 is fitted inside the first outlet 104. When the cleaning tray 200 is located in the receiving tank 103, the first outlet 104 is connected to and communicates with the drain port 202 to discharge the wastewater in the cleaning tank 201 to the sewage pipe.

[0081] Figure 6 is an exploded view from a third-person perspective of the base, cleaning tray, and separator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0082] As shown in Figures 5 and 6, in one embodiment, the base 100 further includes a second outlet 105. The second outlet 105 is located on the side wall of the receiving groove 103 away from the first outlet 104, and connects to the dust collection channel 101. The second outlet 105 is correspondingly positioned to the dust collection port 203; for example, the dust collection port 203 is connected to the second outlet 105, or the dust collection port 203 is fitted inside the second outlet 105. When the cleaning tray 200 is positioned in the receiving groove 103, the second outlet 105 connects to and communicates with the dust collection port 203, thereby achieving communication between the dust collection port 203 and the dust collection channel 101.

[0083] In one embodiment, the base 100 is further provided with an interface 106, which connects to the dust collection channel 101. The interface 106 is correspondingly configured with the dust box of the cleaning robot 2000. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the accommodating space 702, the dust box of the cleaning robot 2000 docks and connects with the interface 106, thereby connecting the dust box of the cleaning robot 2000 with the dust collection channel 101. Thus, when performing a dust collection operation on the cleaning robot 2000, the dust collection component 400 can suck up the debris in the dust box through the interface 106, thereby cleaning the dust box of the cleaning robot 2000, reducing the frequency of dust box cleaning by the user, and improving the user experience.

[0084] In one embodiment, a connecting pipe 107 is provided on one side of the base 100, and the connecting pipe 107 connects to the dust collection channel 101. The connecting pipe 107 is connected to the dust collection container 401. When the dust collection assembly 400 is working, that is, when the dust collection fan 402 is turned on, a suction airflow is formed between the dust collection container 401, the connecting pipe 107, the dust collection channel 101, and the separator 300 to draw the dirt on the separator 300 into the dust collection container 401. The dust collection channel 101 and the connecting pipe 107 form a suction path from the bottom of the base 100 to the side of the base 100. On the one hand, this reduces the curvature of the suction path, resulting in better suction effect; on the other hand, it reduces the space occupied by the base 100 itself, improving space utilization.

[0085] In one embodiment, the base 100 is further provided with a connection port 108, which, along with a connecting pipe 107, is located on one side of the base 100. The connection port 108 connects to the receiving groove 103. The connection port 108 also connects to the drying air duct 801, facilitating communication between the drying assembly 800 and the cleaning tray 200. It is understood that the connection port 108 and the connecting pipe 107 are located on the same side of the base 100 to integrate the channel components of the dust collection assembly 400 and the drying assembly 800 onto the same side of the base 100, facilitating integrated management and maintenance.

[0086] In this embodiment, a scraper 205 is provided at the drain opening 204. During the cleaning process of the cleaning component 2003, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 move relative to each other to peel off dirt from the cleaning component 2003, and the dirt then flows through the drain opening 204 to the separator 300. The scraper 205 improves the cleaning effect by scraping off dirt from the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000, thereby improving the cleanliness of the cleaning component 2003 after cleaning.

[0087] As shown in Figures 4 and 5, in one embodiment, the cleaning tray 200 includes a main body 500 and a cleaning cover 600. The main body 500 is connected to the base 100, and the cleaning cover 600 is detachably connected to the main body 500. At least a portion of the main body 500 and the cleaning cover 600 together form a cleaning trough 201. A drain opening 204 is provided on the cleaning cover 600, and a scraper 205 is provided on the cleaning cover 600. A separator 300 is provided between the main body 500 and the cleaning cover 600. The main body 500 is the basic support structure of the cleaning tray 200, used to support the cleaning cover 600 and the separator 300, and also to support at least a portion of the cleaning robot 2000 during the cleaning operation. During the cleaning operation, dirt generated by the cleaning component 2003 can be scraped off by the scraper 205 and flows to the separator 300.

[0088] In one embodiment, the shape of the main body 500 is adapted to the shape of the receiving groove 103 so that the main body 500 can be fitted into the receiving groove 103. A cleaning groove 201 is recessed into the upper surface of the main body 500, and the shape of the cleaning groove 201 is adapted to the shape of the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. Exemplarily, the cleaning components 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 are arranged in pairs, and the cleaning groove 201 includes two cleaning areas corresponding to the two cleaning components 2003, so that both cleaning components 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 can enter the cleaning groove 201 for cleaning.

[0089] In one embodiment, the cleaning tank 201 is further provided with a liquid inlet 207, which is used to connect to a liquid supply device. The liquid supply device is used to provide cleaning fluid, which can be water, detergent, a mixture of water and detergent, etc. During the cleaning operation, the liquid supply device can output cleaning fluid to at least one of the cleaning tank 201 or the cleaning component 2003 through the liquid inlet 207, so as to rinse the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 with the cleaning fluid and achieve a better cleaning effect.

[0090] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the lower sludge tank provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure, in which the cleaning cover and the partition are shown in cross-section.

[0091] As shown in Figures 4, 6, and 7, in one embodiment, the main body 500 further includes a lower sludge trough 206, which is recessed away from the cleaning cover 600 and communicates with the drain opening 204, the liquid drain 202, and the dust collection port 203. A separator 300 is disposed in the lower sludge trough 206, dividing it into a first trough 2061 and a second trough 2062. The first trough 2061 is closer to the cleaning cover 600 than the second trough 2062. Dirt generated during cleaning first enters the first trough 2061, and then the separator 300 separates the wastewater from the dirt. The wastewater can flow to the second trough 2062, while the dirt can be sucked away in the first trough 2061.

[0092] For example, the lower sludge trough 206 is located in the middle of the cleaning tank 201, and is formed by a downward indentation from the bottom of the cleaning tank 201. The shape of the lower sludge trough 206 is adapted to the shape of the cleaning cover 600. The position of the separator 300 corresponds to the position of the cleaning cover 600, and the separator 300 is located below the cleaning cover 600. The projection of the cleaning cover 600 on the horizontal plane is within the projection range of the separator 300 on the horizontal plane. In this way, the cleaning cover 600 can cover and protect the separator 300, while ensuring that the dirt scraped off by the scraper 205 can flow to the separator 300. Specifically, in the direction of gravity, the separator 300 is located below the cleaning cover 600 to receive dirt peeled off from the cleaning member 2003.

[0093] For example, the dust collection port 203 is located on the side wall of the lower sludge tank 206 near the second outlet 105, and the liquid discharge port 202 is located at the bottom of the lower sludge tank 206 and is positioned corresponding to the first outlet 104. Thus, the lower sludge tank 206 is connected to the second outlet 105 via the dust collection port 203, allowing the waste in the first tank 2061 to be promptly removed. The lower sludge tank 206 is also connected to the second outlet 105 via the liquid discharge port 202, allowing the wastewater in the second tank 2062 to be promptly discharged, preventing the wastewater from mixing with the waste again.

[0094] For example, the drying channel 209 penetrates one side wall of the lower sludge tank 206 so that the hot air output by the drying assembly 800 can pass through the lower sludge tank 206 and the drain opening 204, and be blown towards the cleaning tank 201 and the cleaning component 2003 through the drain opening 204 to achieve the drying effect.

[0095] In one embodiment, the position of the separator 300 corresponds to the position of the drain opening 204. Specifically, the projection of the drain opening 204 onto the horizontal plane is within the projection range of the separator 300 onto the horizontal plane. In this way, after the scraper 205 scrapes off the dirt, it can be ensured that the dirt entering the drain opening 204 can flow to the separator 300.

[0096] Figure 8 is an exploded view of the separator and cleaning cover provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure from a first perspective. Figure 9 is an exploded view of the separator and cleaning cover provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure from a second perspective.

[0097] As shown in Figures 8 and 9, in one embodiment, the separator 300 is detachably connected to the cleaning cover 600. The detachable connection method includes, but is not limited to, snap-fit ​​fasteners. Exemplarily, the separator 300 has a spring clip block 301 and a positioning insert block 302 on the side facing the cleaning cover 600, and an auxiliary slot 314 is provided on the side of the separator 300. The spring clip block 301, the positioning insert block 302, and the auxiliary slot 314 are all distributed on both sides of the separator 300, and are arranged sequentially along the length of the separator 300. The cleaning cover 600 has a spring clip slot 601, a positioning slot 602, and an auxiliary block 610 on the side facing the separator 300. The spring clip slot 601 and the positioning slot 602 are respectively provided corresponding to the spring clip block 301 and the positioning insert block 302. The magazine slot 601 engages with the magazine block 301, the auxiliary block 610 engages with the auxiliary slot 314, and the positioning slot 602 engages with the positioning insert 302, so that the separator 300 is fixed to the cleaning cover 600.

[0098] When the separator 300 needs to be disassembled, the user can press the magazine block 301 to disengage it from the magazine slot 601, and then pull out the positioning insert 302 from the positioning slot 602. When the separator 300 needs to be installed, the user can insert the positioning insert 302 into the positioning slot 602, and then press the magazine block 301 into the magazine slot 601 through an interference fit. This facilitates the user's disassembly and installation of the separator 300, and thus facilitates the cleaning and maintenance of the separator 300 or the cleaning cover 600.

[0099] It is understood that in other embodiments, the detachable connection between the separator 300 and the cleaning cover 600 may be bolted, interference fit, etc., and this disclosure does not limit this.

[0100] As shown in Figures 4, 5, 7, and 8, in one embodiment, the separator 300 includes a separation port 303, which is at least used for filtering wastewater from the dirt. The separation port 303 is located on the side of the separator 300 near the dust collection port 203, and the separation port 303 communicates with both the first groove 2061 and the second groove 2062. Specifically, the separator 300 is provided with a collection groove 304 for the passage of dirt, and the separation port 303 is located at the end of the collection groove 304 near the dust collection port 203.

[0101] During the cleaning process, the dirt from the drain opening 204 can be discharged into the collection tank 304. The sewage in the dirt is filtered out by the partition 303 and the dirt remains in the first tank 2061, so that the dust collection port 203 can suck away the dirt. The sewage in the dirt can flow through the partition 303 to the second tank 2062, so that it can be discharged through the drain port 202.

[0102] In one embodiment, the width of the partition 303 gradually decreases along the direction in which the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000. The width direction of the partition 303 is perpendicular to the direction in which the cleaning robot 2000 enters and exits the base station 1000. Thus, the width of the partition 303 gradually increases towards the dust collection port 203, reducing the likelihood of dirt getting stuck between the partition 303 and the dust collection port 203 during the process of dirt being sucked into the dust collection port 203, thereby reducing dirt residue.

[0103] For example, the partition 303 is elongated and extends along the air intake direction of the dust collection port 203. Multiple partitions 303 are distributed at intervals along their width direction to form a comb-like structure. It is understood that the width of the partition 303, the spacing between the multiple partitions 303, and their distribution pattern can all be configured according to the type of dirt. For example, the partitions 303 can also be arranged in a grid pattern or extend along the width direction of the partition 300; this disclosure does not limit this.

[0104] It is worth noting that during the filtration process at the partition port 303, some small particles of dirt may pass through the partition port 303 and be discharged into the second tank 2062. These particles of dirt can be discharged through the drain port 202 or cleaned manually. This disclosure does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0105] In one embodiment, the separator 300 is inclined towards the dust collection port 203. For example, in the direction of gravity, the end of the separator 300 where the separator port 303 is located is lower than the other end of the separator 300. In this way, the bottom of the collection tank 304 is inclined, and the dirt on the separator 300 can flow smoothly to the separator port 303 and the dust collection port 203 under the inclination, reducing the risk of dirt accumulating on the separator 300 and causing blockage.

[0106] In one embodiment, the separator 300 is recessed towards the lower sludge tank 206. This creates a downward-converging shape at the bottom of the collection tank 304, which guides the dirt flow towards the separator opening 303 in the direction of gravity, thereby improving the separation and discharge efficiency of the dirt.

[0107] In one embodiment, the width of the separator 300 is approximately equal to the width of one end of the separator 303, gradually decreasing in size along the direction from the filter port 305 towards the separator 303. The width direction of the separator 300 is perpendicular to the direction in which the cleaning robot 2000 enters and exits the base station 1000. Thus, the two side walls of the collection tank 304 narrow towards the separator 303, guiding the dirt flow towards the separator 303 along the width direction of the separator 300, thereby improving the separation and discharge efficiency of the dirt.

[0108] In one embodiment, the shape of the cleaning cover 600 is adapted to the shape of the lower sludge tank 206. The edge of the opening of the lower sludge tank 206 is recessed so that the edge of the cleaning cover 600 is fitted into the opening of the lower sludge tank 206, and the upper surface of the cleaning cover 600 is flush with the bottom of the cleaning tank 201.

[0109] In some embodiments, the separator 300 is further provided with a filter port 305, and the bottom surface of the separator 300 is recessed towards the filter port 305, that is, the filter port 305 is the lowest point of the separator 300, so as to facilitate the outflow of sewage from the filter port 305. The shape of the filter port 305 includes, but is not limited to, a circle, a rectangle, a square, a triangle, etc.

[0110] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram showing the distribution relationship between the drain opening and the cleaning component provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0111] As shown in Figures 4 and 10, in one embodiment, the position of the drain opening 204 corresponds to the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000, and the position of the scraper 205 also corresponds to the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. Thus, when the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform a cleaning operation, it ensures that the cleaning component 2003 passes the scraper 205, and after the scraper 205 scrapes off the dirt, it ensures that the dirt entering the drain opening 204 can flow to the separator 300.

[0112] In this disclosure, during the cleaning process of the cleaning component 2003, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 move relative to each other, so that the scraper 205 scrapes off the dirt on the cleaning component 2003. Exemplarily, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 can move relative to each other by rotating the cleaning component 2003 while keeping the scraper 205 stationary, thus allowing the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 to rotate relative to each other. That is, the scraper 205 is fixedly mounted on the cleaning tray 200, and its position is located in the area traversed by the rotating cleaning component 2003. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform the cleaning operation, the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 rotates within the cleaning tank 201, causing the cleaning component 2003 to move relative to the scraper 205, achieving a scraping and cleaning effect.

[0113] It is understood that in other embodiments, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 can move relative to each other in a manner where the cleaning component 2003 remains stationary while the scraper 205 moves. For example, the scraper 205 can be movably disposed in the cleaning tank 201, and the moving area of ​​the scraper 205 passes through the position of the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform a cleaning operation, the scraper 205 moves within the cleaning tank 201 and scrapes the cleaning component 2003 during the movement. This method is applicable to application scenarios where the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 has difficulty moving within the cleaning tank 201.

[0114] In other embodiments, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 can move in a manner where the cleaning component 2003 moves and the scraper 205 moves. For example, the scraper 205 can be movably disposed in the cleaning tank 201, and the moving area of ​​the scraper 205 passes through the position of the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform a cleaning operation, the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 rotates within the cleaning tank 201, while the scraper 205 moves within the cleaning tank 201. This method is applicable to application scenarios such as achieving a high level of cleanliness with the cleaning robot 2000.

[0115] It is understood that in the above situations, the way the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 move relative to each other can be configured according to the actual application scenario, and the structure or movement mode of the scraper 205 can also be adjusted adaptively, as long as the effect of the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 moving relative to each other can be achieved. This disclosure does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0116] In one embodiment, a drain opening 204 penetrates the cleaning cover 600 along its thickness direction, and a scraper 205 protrudes from the bottom surface of the cleaning tank 201. Specifically, the drain opening 204 penetrates the cleaning cover 600 along its thickness direction, and the scraper 205 protrudes from the bottom surface of the cleaning cover 600. Thus, when the cleaning component 2003 enters the cleaning tank 201, rotates, and passes the scraper 205, the scraper 205 can scrape off the dirt on the cleaning component 2003 and discharge the dirt into the drain opening 204.

[0117] In one embodiment, the position of the drain opening 204 corresponds to the rotation center C of the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. Exemplarily, the drain opening 204 passes through the line connecting the rotation centers C of the two cleaning components 2003 (dashed line a in FIG10).

[0118] When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform cleaning operations, the projection of the rotation center C of the cleaning component 2003 onto the horizontal plane is located within the projection range of the drain opening 204, the scraper 205, or the separator 300 onto the horizontal plane. Thus, when the cleaning component 2003 rotates around the rotation center C, it ensures that each part of the cleaning component 2003 in the circumferential direction can sequentially pass through the scraper 205 to scrape and clean all parts of the cleaning component 2003, avoiding any omissions and improving the thoroughness of cleaning. Simultaneously, it ensures that dirt detached from the cleaning component 2003 can fall through the drain opening 204, and that dirt falling from the drain opening 204 can be caught by the separator 300. Referring to Figure 10, the dashed line b passes through the rotation center C and is perpendicular to the dashed line a. Both ends of the drain opening 204 must extend at least to the dashed line b, that is, the drain opening 204 should extend at least to the rotation center C of the cleaning component 2003. It can also extend further, for example, to the outer periphery of the cleaning component 2003. Since the cleaning component 2003 rotates, extending the drain opening 204 to the rotation center C is sufficient to meet the requirement of complete scraping of the cleaning component 2003.

[0119] For example, the projection of the rotation center C of the cleaning component 2003 onto the horizontal plane is within the projection range of the scraper 205 onto the horizontal plane; the projection of the scraper 205 onto the horizontal plane is within the projection range of the drain opening 204 onto the horizontal plane; and the projection of the drain opening 204 onto the horizontal plane is within the projection range of the separator 300 onto the horizontal plane. That is, in the direction of the dashed line a shown in Figure 10, the distance between the rotation centers C of the two cleaning components 2003 is not greater than the width of the scraper 205; the width of the scraper 205 is not greater than the width of the drain opening 204; and the width of the drain opening 204 is not greater than the width of the separator 300. Of course, referring to Figures 3 and 4, in other embodiments, the width of the scraper 205 may be greater than the width of the drain opening 204, and guide surfaces 2041 inclined toward the drain opening 204 may be provided at both ends of the scraper 205 so that the scraped dirt can slide down to the drain opening 204 using the guide surfaces 2041. In one embodiment, both the drain opening 204 and the scraper 205 are positioned between the two cleaning areas. There is one scraper 205, and it passes through the line connecting the rotation centers C of the two cleaning components 2003 (dashed line a in Figure 10). Whenever the two cleaning components 2003 rotate past both ends of the scraper 205, the two ends of the scraper 205 can scrape and wash the two cleaning components 2003 respectively, and the dirt generated by the two cleaning components 2003 can be discharged to the separator 300 through the drain opening 204. Thus, the scraper 205 can simultaneously scrape and wash both cleaning components 2003, resulting in a more ingenious design.

[0120] It is understood that in other embodiments, the length and number of scrapers 205, their placement, etc., can be configured according to the size of the cleaning component 2003, and this disclosure does not impose any limitations on this.

[0121] In one embodiment, the scraper 205 is elongated and parallel to the line connecting the rotation centers of the two cleaning components 2003 (dashed line a in Figure 10). Thus, when the cleaning component 2003 moves relative to the scraper 205, the scraper 205 can scrape the cleaning component 2003 in a direction tangential to it, achieving a better cleaning effect.

[0122] It is understood that in other embodiments, the scraper 205 can also be set to other shapes, such as S-shaped, grid-shaped, etc., as long as it can achieve the effect of scraping and cleaning component 2003. This disclosure does not limit it in this regard.

[0123] In one embodiment, a scraper 205 is disposed in the middle of the drain opening 204, and there is a gap between the two sides of the scraper 205 and the inner side of the drain opening 204 to leave enough space for dirt to enter the drain opening 204.

[0124] It is understood that in other embodiments, referring to Figures 11 and 12, the scraper 205 can also be disposed at other positions of the drain opening 204, such as on the side of the drain opening 204, which can be any one, any two, any three, or all four sides of the drain opening 204; or, for example, the two ends of the scraper 205 can be connected to any two sides of the drain opening 204, as long as the effect of scraping and cleaning the cleaning component 2003 and causing the dirt to flow to the drain opening 204 can be achieved, and this disclosure does not impose any limitations on this.

[0125] As shown in Figures 4 and 7, in one embodiment, the cleaning cover 600 includes a drain outlet 606 that extends through the cleaning cover 600 along its thickness direction. The drain outlet 606 is used at least to filter wastewater from the dirt. The drain outlet 606 is closer to the liquid inlet 207 than the drain opening 204. Thus, during the cleaning process, some wastewater can flow through the drain outlet 606 to the separator 300, improving wastewater outflow efficiency.

[0126] As shown in Figures 3 and 4, in one embodiment, a support member 211 is provided at the drain opening 204, wherein the position of the support member 211 corresponds to the position of the universal wheel 2002 of the cleaning robot 2000. For example, the support member 211 is located in the middle of the drain opening 204, and the support member 211 is fixed to the scraper 205, or both ends of the support member 211 are respectively connected to two opposite sides of the drain opening 204.

[0127] When the cleaning robot 2000 enters and exits the base station 1000 for cleaning, the universal wheels 2002 of the cleaning robot 2000 need to cross the sewage outlet 204. During this process, the support member 211 can support the universal wheels 2002 of the cleaning robot 2000 so that the universal wheels 2002 can pass through the sewage outlet 204, avoiding the universal wheels 2002 of the cleaning robot 2000 from getting stuck, and facilitating the cleaning robot 2000 to enter and exit the base station 1000.

[0128] In one embodiment, a drainage gap is formed between the end of the cleaning cover 600 near the partition opening 303 and the bottom of the cleaning tank 201. The drainage gap connects to the lower sludge tank 206 and is located at the lowest point of the bottom of the cleaning tank 201. For example, the end of the cleaning cover 600 near the partition opening 303 is bent upwards, exposing the bottom surface of the cleaning cover 600 above the bottom of the cleaning tank 201, thus forming the drainage gap. During the cleaning process, dirt that is not discharged through the drain opening 204 can flow through the drainage gap to the lower sludge tank 206, preventing dirt from accumulating in the cleaning tank 201 over a long period.

[0129] As shown in Figures 4 and 6, in one embodiment, the cleaning cover 600 is detachably connected to the main body 500. The detachable connection method includes, but is not limited to, snap-fit ​​fasteners. For example, the detachable connection structure between the cleaning cover 600 and the main body 500 is as follows: one end of the cleaning cover 600 is provided with an insertion block 603; a protrusion 501 is provided on the side wall of the lower sludge trough 206 near the dust collection port 203; the insertion block 603 is inserted below the protrusion 501 and abuts against the protrusion 501 to form an insertion positioning; two snap-fit ​​blocks 604 are respectively provided on both sides of the other end of the cleaning cover 600; corresponding snap-fit ​​holes 502 are respectively provided on the two side walls of the lower sludge trough 206 away from the dust collection port 203; the cleaning cover 600 is snapped into the two snap-fit ​​holes 502 by the two snap-fit ​​blocks 604 to form a snap-fit ​​engagement, thereby achieving the detachable fixing of the cleaning cover 600. The cleaning cover 600 is also provided with two handles 605 at one end near the snap-fit ​​block 604, with the snap-fit ​​block 604 protruding from the side of the handle 605.

[0130] When the cleaning cover 600 needs to be disassembled, the user can hold and squeeze the two handles 605, causing them to bend inward. This simultaneously disengages the two locking blocks 604 from their corresponding locking holes 502, allowing the cleaning cover 600 to be removed from the main body 500. When the cleaning cover 600 needs to be installed, the user can insert the insertion block 603 of the cleaning cover 600 into the main body 500, and then press the two locking blocks 604 into the two locking holes 502 with an interference fit, thus securing the cleaning cover 600. This facilitates the user's disassembly and installation of the cleaning cover 600, and consequently, facilitates the cleaning and maintenance of the separator 300 or the lower sludge tank 206.

[0131] It is understood that in other embodiments, the detachable connection between the cleaning cover 600 and the main body 500 may be bolted, interference fit, etc., and this disclosure does not limit this.

[0132] As shown in Figures 1 to 5, in this embodiment of the present disclosure, the base station 1000 can provide various maintenance functions for the cleaning robot 2000, including at least cleaning, drying, and dust removal. Specifically, the base station 1000 operates as follows: First, the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000, and its cleaning component 2003 enters the cleaning tank 201. Then, the base station 1000 performs a cleaning operation on the cleaning component 2003. During this process, the liquid supply device outputs cleaning liquid to the cleaning tank 201 of the base station 1000. The cleaning component 2003 moves relative to the scraper 205, and the generated dirt flows to the separator 300 through the drain opening 204. Then, the base station 1000 performs a drying operation on the cleaning robot 2000. During this process, the drying assembly 800 outputs hot air through the drying channel 209 to dry at least one of the separator 300, the dirt on the separator 300, the cleaning tank 201, and the cleaning component 2003. Then, the base station 1000 performs a dust collection operation on the cleaning robot 2000. During this process, the dust collection component 400 sucks away the dirt on the separator 300 through the dust collection channel 101, and also sucks away the garbage in the dust box of the cleaning robot 2000. In this way, the garbage in the dust box of the cleaning robot 2000 and the dirt after cleaning the cleaning component 2003 can be cleaned in one dust collection operation.

[0133] It is worth noting that the above-mentioned functions are exemplary descriptions of the maintenance functions of the base station 1000. In other embodiments, the base station 1000 may also be configured with other functions according to actual needs, such as setting a sterilization device in the base station 1000 to realize sterilization operation, etc. The specific configuration can be made according to actual needs, and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0134] Figure 11 is a structural schematic diagram of a base station provided in another embodiment of this disclosure. Figure 12 is an exploded view of the main body, cleaning cover, and separator provided in the embodiment shown in Figure 11.

[0135] As shown in Figures 1, 11 and 12, the differences between this embodiment and the embodiment shown in Figure 3 include: the cleaning cover 600 is detachably connected to the main body 500, and the cleaning tray 200 is provided with multiple cleaning protrusions 212, etc.

[0136] In this embodiment, one of the cleaning cover 600 and the main body 500 is provided with a buckle, and the other is provided with a slot. The two are connected by inserting the buckle into the slot. For example, one end of the cleaning cover 600 is provided with a protruding buckle, and the main body 500 is provided with a slot corresponding to the buckle position. Multiple cleaning protrusions 212 protrude from the surface of the cleaning tray 200. For example, both the upper surface of the cleaning cover 600 and the bottom of the cleaning tray 201 are provided with multiple cleaning protrusions 212, which are spaced apart. During the cleaning process, the cleaning protrusions 212 can rub against the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 to scrape off dirt from the cleaning component 2003, improving the cleaning effect.

[0137] In one embodiment, scraper strips 205 are disposed on the edge of the drain opening 204. Exemplarily, there are two scraper strips 205, distributed on opposite sides of the drain opening 204. Specifically, the two scraper strips 205 are disposed on opposite sides of the drain opening 204 along the X direction of entering / exiting the base station. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform a cleaning operation, the two scraper strips 205 can scrape and clean the cleaning components 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 on opposite sides of the drain opening 204, improving the cleaning effect.

[0138] Figure 13 is a magnified view of part A in Figure 12.

[0139] As shown in Figure 13, in one embodiment, the side of the scraper 205 facing the center of the drain opening 204 is designated as a scraping surface 2051, and the other side of the scraper 205 is designated as an inclined surface 2052. The angle between the scraping surface 2051 and the surface of the cleaning cover 600 is greater than the angle between the inclined surface 2052 and the surface of the cleaning cover 600, so that the scraping surface 2051 has a better scraping effect on the cleaning component 2003 compared to the inclined surface 2052. For example, the angle between the scraping surface 2051 and the surface of the cleaning cover 600 can be 90°, and the angle between the inclined surface 2052 and the surface of the cleaning cover 600 can be 30°. Thus,

[0140] It is understandable that during the movement of the cleaning component 2003 relative to the scraper 205, the cleaning component 2003 will pass through the inclined surface 2052, the drain opening 204, and the scraper surface 2051 in sequence. Since the scraper surface 2051 has a better scraping effect on the cleaning component 2003 than the inclined surface 2052, most of the dirt can be scraped off into the drain opening 204 when passing through the scraper surface 2051, thus improving the cleaning effect.

[0141] As shown in Figure 12, in one embodiment, the cleaning cover 600 includes a drain outlet 606 and an extension groove 607, wherein the extension groove 607 communicates with the cleaning groove 201 and is recessed towards the drain outlet 606. The drain outlet 606 penetrates the cleaning cover 600 along its thickness direction and is used at least to filter wastewater from the dirt. Thus, during the cleaning process, some wastewater can flow through the extension groove 607 to the drain outlet 606 and then through the drain outlet 606 to the separator 300, improving wastewater outflow efficiency.

[0142] In one embodiment, the detachable connection structure between the cleaning cover 600 and the main body 500 is as follows: a fastener 608 is provided at one end of the cleaning cover 600 near the dust collection port 203, and the fastener 608 is provided on both sides of the cleaning cover 600. The main body 500 is provided with a mounting groove 503, which is located at one end of the lower sludge tank 206 near the dust collection port 203, and is used to accommodate the fastener 608. A locking block 504 protrudes from both sides of the mounting groove 503, and the locking block 504 engages with the fastener 608.

[0143] When the cleaning cover 600 needs to be disassembled, the user can hold and squeeze the two latching members 608, causing them to bend inward and disengage from their corresponding locking blocks 504, thus allowing the cleaning cover 600 to be removed from the main body 500. When the cleaning cover 600 needs to be installed, the user can press the two latching members 608 into the bottom of the two locking blocks 504 through an interference fit, thereby securing the cleaning cover 600. This facilitates the user's disassembly and installation of the cleaning cover 600, and consequently facilitates the cleaning and maintenance of the separator 300 or the lower sludge tank 206.

[0144] As shown in Figure 12, in one embodiment, a support block 505 is provided in the lower sludge tank 206. The support block 505 protrudes from both sides of the tank wall of the lower sludge tank 206 and supports the separator 300, so that both the separator 300 and the cleaning cover 600 can be positioned above the lower sludge tank 206.

[0145] In one embodiment, the cleaning cover 600 is further provided with a water-retaining strip 609, wherein the water-retaining strip 609 is disposed on one side of the mounting groove 503, and the water-retaining strip 609 is used to prevent dirt in the cleaning tank 201 from flowing into the mounting groove 503. Exemplarily, the water-retaining strip 609 adopts an elastic structure, and the water-retaining strip 609 is inserted and fixed to the cleaning cover 600, with both ends of the water-retaining strip 609 respectively abutting against the wall of the cleaning tank 201. It can be understood that the wall of the cleaning tank 201 forms a gap at the location of the mounting groove 503, and the water-retaining strip 609 can block this gap, so that a closed enclosure structure is formed between the wall of the cleaning tank 201 and the water-retaining strip 609, thereby preventing dirt in the cleaning tank 201 from flowing into the mounting groove 503 and preventing dirt overflow.

[0146] In one embodiment, a drainage gap is formed between the two sides of the cleaning cover 600, the two ends of the water-blocking strip 609, and the bottom of the cleaning tank 201. The drainage gap connects to the lower sludge tank 206 and is located at the lowest point of the bottom of the cleaning tank 201. During the cleaning process, dirt that is not discharged through the drain opening 204 can flow through the drainage gap to the lower sludge tank 206, thus preventing dirt from accumulating in the cleaning tank 201 for a long time.

[0147] Figure 14 is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a base station provided in another embodiment of this disclosure.

[0148] As shown in Figures 12 and 14, in one embodiment, the separator 300 further includes a filter port 305, which is connected to both the first tank 2061 and the second tank 2062. The filter port 305 is used to filter wastewater from the dirt. Thus, both the filter port 305 and the separator 303 can separate wastewater and dirt from the dirt, improving separation efficiency.

[0149] For example, along the direction in which the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000, the drain outlet 202 is located in front of the dust collection outlet 203, the filter outlet 305 is closer to the drain outlet 202 than the separator 303, and the separator 303 is closer to the dust collection outlet 203 than the filter outlet 305. Thus, wastewater filtered by the filter outlet 305 and flowing into the second tank 2062 can quickly flow to the drain outlet 202 for discharge, while dirt filtered by the separator 303 and remaining in the first tank 2061 is quickly sucked away by the dust collection outlet 203, improving wastewater discharge efficiency.

[0150] In one embodiment, the bottom surface of the separator 300 is recessed towards the filter outlet 305. Thus, the separator 300 is recessed as a whole towards the lower sludge tank 206, and the upper surface of the separator 300 forms a shape that converges towards the filter outlet 305, which guides the sewage and directs the dirty water towards the filter outlet 305, thereby improving the sewage discharge efficiency.

[0151] Figure 15 is a structural schematic diagram of a base station provided in another embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 16 is an exploded view of a base, cleaning tray, and separator provided in another embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 17 is an exploded view of the cleaning tray and separator provided in the embodiment shown in Figure 16.

[0152] As shown in Figures 1, 15, 16, and 17, in this embodiment, the base station 1000 includes a base 100, a cleaning tray 200, and a separator 300. The cleaning tray 200 is connected to the base 100, and the separator 300 is connected to the cleaning tray 200. The cleaning tray 200 has a cleaning tank 201 and a drain outlet 202, with the drain outlet 202 communicating with the cleaning tank 201. The separator 300 communicates with the drain outlet 202, which is used to connect to a sewage pipe. The base 100 supports the cleaning tray 200; exemplarily, the cleaning tray 200 is detachably placed on the base 100. The cleaning tray 200 partially accommodates and cleans the cleaning robot 2000 to perform cleaning operations on the cleaning robot 2000; exemplarily, the cleaning tray 200 can be used to accommodate and clean the cleaning components 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. The separator 300 separates wastewater and dirt from the dirt generated during the cleaning operation.

[0153] It is understandable that when the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform cleaning operations, the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 is cleaned in the cleaning tray 200. The dirt generated from cleaning the cleaning component 2003 flows from the cleaning tank 201 to the separator 300, where the separator 300 separates the wastewater and at least some of the dirt. The wastewater flows through the separator 300 to the drain outlet 202 for discharge, while the dirt remains on the separator 300. In this way, the dirt generated by the cleaning robot 2000 cleaning the cleaning component 2003 can be separated into wet and dry components, separating the dirt and concentrating it on the separator 300, preventing blockage at the drain outlet 202, ensuring the normal discharge of wastewater to the sewage pipe, and thus reducing the frequency of user cleaning of the drain outlet 202. Furthermore, users can periodically clean the dirt off the separator 300 all at once, reducing their workload and improving the user experience.

[0154] In this embodiment, the base station 1000 further includes a drying assembly 800, which includes a drying duct 801 and a drying fan 802. The drying duct 801 and the drying fan 802 are connected and are disposed inside the housing 700. After the drying fan 802 operates, it outputs hot air through the drying duct 801. The base station 1000 also includes a drying channel 209, which is connected to the cleaning tank 201 and the drying duct 801. Exemplarily, the drying channel 209 is disposed at the bottom of the cleaning tray 200 (i.e., the side of the cleaning tray 200 facing the base 100), or at the top of the base 100 (i.e., the side of the base 100 facing the cleaning tray 200), or in the space between the cleaning tray 200 and the base 100.

[0155] In one embodiment, the base 100 is further provided with a connection port 108, which communicates with the drying air duct 801 to facilitate the connection between the drying assembly 800 and the cleaning tray 200. It is understood that when the cleaning tray 200 is placed on the base 100, the connection port 108 and the drying channel 209 are connected to ensure that the drying assembly 800 is connected to the drying channel 209.

[0156] The drying fan 802 is connected to the drying channel 209 via the drying duct 802. The drying fan 802 can output hot air to the cleaning tank 201 through the drying channel 209 to dry at least one of the separator 300, dirt on the separator 300, the cleaning tank 201, and the cleaning component 2003. Utilizing the drying effect of the drying component 800 can reduce the ambient humidity, which on the one hand reduces the adhesion between dirt and the separator 300, making it easier to clean the dirt, and on the other hand reduces bacterial growth, improving hygiene and cleanliness.

[0157] In one embodiment, the cleaning tray 200 is detachably connected to the base 100, the cleaning tray 200 is located on one side of the base 100, and a receiving groove 103 is provided on the side of the base 100 away from the inlet / outlet 701, the receiving groove 103 is used to receive the cleaning tray 200.

[0158] In one embodiment, the base station 1000 includes a scraper 205 disposed on the cleaning tray 200 and / or the separator 300. Exemplarily, the scraper 205 is provided on at least a portion of the edge of the separator 300 or at least a portion of the edge where the cleaning tray 200 and the separator 300 connect. During the cleaning process of the cleaning component 2003, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 move relative to each other to collect dirt into the separator 300. Specifically, the scraper 205 can be at least a portion of the edge of the separator 300, or it can be an independent structure disposed on at least a portion of the edge of the separator 300, or it can be at least a portion of the edge where the cleaning tray 200 and the separator 300 connect, or it can be an independent structure disposed on at least a portion of the edge where the cleaning tray 200 and the separator 300 connect.

[0159] In other embodiments, the cleaning tray 200 has a first edge 214, which is the connection point between the cleaning tray 200 and the separator 300. The separator 300 has a second edge 311, which is the connection point between the separator 300 and the cleaning tray 200. At least a portion of the first edge 214 is higher than the second edge 311. During the cleaning process of the cleaning component 2003, the cleaning component 2003 and the portion of the first edge 214 that is higher than the second edge 311 move relative to each other to collect dirt into the separator 300. Alternatively, at least a portion of the second edge 311 is higher than the first edge 214. During the cleaning process of the cleaning component 2003, the cleaning component 2003 and the portion of the second edge 311 that is higher than the first edge 214 move relative to each other to collect dirt into the separator 300. Understandably, by setting at least a portion of the edge of the cleaning disc 200 and at least a portion of the edge of the separator 300 to different heights, the cleaning component 2003 can be scraped by the height difference at the connection between the cleaning disc 200 and the separator 300. This eliminates the need for a separate scraper, making the overall structure of the cleaning disc 200 and the separator 300 more compact and simpler, reducing manufacturing costs and maintenance frequency.

[0160] It is understood that the height difference between the first edge 214 and the second edge 311 can be adjusted according to the actual application scenario. For example, in other embodiments, at least a portion of the second edge 311 is higher than the first edge 214, and other portions of the second edge 311 are lower than the first edge 214. During the cleaning process of the cleaning component 2003, the cleaning component 2003 and the portion of the second edge 311 that is higher than the first edge 214 move relative to each other to collect dirt into the separator 300, and the cleaning component 2003 and the portion of the first edge 214 that is higher than the second edge 311 move relative to each other to collect dirt into the separator 300. As long as the scraping effect can be achieved, this disclosure does not impose any limitations on this.

[0161] In the example disclosed herein, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 move relative to each other in the following manner: the cleaning component 2003 rotates while the scraper 205 remains stationary, allowing the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 to rotate relative to each other. That is, the scraper 205 is fixedly mounted on the cleaning tray 200, and its position is located within the area traversed by the rotating cleaning component 2003. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform a cleaning operation, the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 rotates within the cleaning tank 201, causing the cleaning component 2003 to move relative to the scraper 205, achieving a scraping and cleaning effect.

[0162] It is understood that in other embodiments, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 can move relative to each other in a manner where the cleaning component 2003 remains stationary while the scraper 205 moves. For example, the scraper 205 can be movably disposed in the cleaning tank 201, and the moving area of ​​the scraper 205 passes through the position of the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform a cleaning operation, the scraper 205 moves within the cleaning tank 201 and scrapes the cleaning component 2003 during the movement. This method is applicable to application scenarios where the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 has difficulty moving within the cleaning tank 201.

[0163] In other embodiments, the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 can move in a manner where the cleaning component 2003 moves and the scraper 205 moves. For example, the scraper 205 can be movably disposed in the cleaning tank 201, and the moving area of ​​the scraper 205 passes through the position of the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. When the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform a cleaning operation, the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 rotates within the cleaning tank 201, while the scraper 205 moves within the cleaning tank 201. This method is applicable to application scenarios such as achieving a high level of cleanliness with the cleaning robot 2000.

[0164] It is understood that in the above situations, the way the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 move relative to each other can be configured according to the actual application scenario, and the structure or movement mode of the scraper 205 can also be adjusted adaptively, as long as the effect of the cleaning component 2003 and the scraper 205 moving relative to each other can be achieved. This disclosure does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0165] In some embodiments, the projection of the rotation center C of the cleaning component 2003 onto the horizontal plane is located within the projection range of the separator 300 onto the horizontal plane. That is, the distance between the rotation centers C of the two cleaning components 2003 is not greater than the width of the separator 300 along the line connecting the rotation centers C of the two cleaning components 2003. It is understood that the scraper 205 is positioned within the rotation range of the cleaning component 2003, and the scraper 205 protrudes from the bottom of the cleaning tank 201, creating a height difference between the top surface of the scraper 205 and the surface of the cleaning tank 202. Thus, when the cleaning component 2003 rotates within the cleaning tank 201 and passes the scraper 205, the scraper 205 can scrape off dirt from the cleaning component 2003 and discharge the dirt into the cleaning tray 200.

[0166] It is understandable that the position of the scraper 205 can be adjusted according to the actual application scenario, as long as the scraping and cleaning effect can be achieved, and this disclosure does not impose any restrictions on it.

[0167] In one embodiment, the cleaning tank 201 further includes a plurality of cleaning protrusions 212 protruding from the bottom of the cleaning tank 202. During the cleaning process, the cleaning protrusions 212 can rub against the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 to scrape off dirt from the cleaning component 2003 and improve the cleaning effect.

[0168] In one embodiment, the wall of the cleaning tank 201 is provided with a liquid inlet 207, which is used to connect to a liquid supply device. The liquid supply device is used to provide cleaning fluid, which can be water, detergent, a mixture of water and detergent, etc. During the cleaning operation, the liquid supply device can output cleaning fluid to at least one of the cleaning tank 201 or the cleaning component 2003 through the liquid inlet 207, so as to rinse the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 with the cleaning fluid and achieve a better cleaning effect.

[0169] In one embodiment, the cleaning tray 200 further includes a lower sludge trough 206, which is connected to the drain outlet 202. A separator 300 is disposed in the lower sludge trough 206, and both the separator 300 and the lower sludge trough 206 are recessed in a direction away from the cleaning tray 201.

[0170] For example, the lower sludge tank 206 is located in the middle of the cleaning tank 201, and is formed by a downward indentation from the bottom of the cleaning tank 201. The shape of the lower sludge tank 206 is adapted to the shape of the separator 300. The drain outlet 202 is located at the lowest point of the bottom of the lower sludge tank 206. In this way, a certain space is left below the separator 300 in the lower sludge tank 206, and the wastewater separated by the separator 300 can enter the lower sludge tank 206 and be discharged to the sewage pipe through the drain outlet 202.

[0171] In one embodiment, the drying channel 209 extends through the lower sludge tank 206 and is close to one side of the drying assembly 800, so that the hot air output by the drying assembly 800 can pass through the lower sludge tank 206 and be blown toward the cleaning tank 201 to achieve the drying effect.

[0172] In one embodiment, the partition 300 is recessed in the direction away from the washing tank 201, and the bottom surface of the portion of the partition 300 corresponding to the drying channel 209 is recessed more shallowly than the bottom surface of the other portions of the partition 300 in the direction away from the washing tank 201. That is, the bottom surface of the portion of the partition 300 corresponding to the drying channel 209 (i.e., the air passage 306 described below) is more convex than the bottom surface of the other portions of the partition 300, so as to form an air passage 210 below the convex bottom surface, so that the hot air output by the drying assembly 800 can be blown from one side of the partition 300 to the other side.

[0173] For example, the bottom surface of the separator 300 is wavy to form an air passage 306. The air passage 306 extends along the air outlet direction of the drying channel 209. Specifically, the projection of the air passage 306 onto the wall of the lower sludge tank 206 along the air outlet direction is within the projection range of the drying channel 209 onto the wall of the lower sludge tank 206 along the air outlet direction, so that the position of the air passage 306 corresponds to that of the drying channel 209. It can be understood that the space between the air passage 306 and the lower sludge tank 206 forms the air passage 210. In this way, when hot air is output from the drying channel 209, the hot air can be blown directly from one side of the separator 300 through the air passage 306 to the other side of the separator 300, ensuring that the hot air can cover the lower sludge tank 206 and achieve a better drying effect.

[0174] In one embodiment, the position of the separator 300 corresponds to the position of the cleaning component 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000. Specifically, when the cleaning robot 2000 enters the base station 1000 to perform a cleaning operation, the projection of the rotation center of the cleaning component 2003 onto the horizontal plane falls within the projection range of the separator 300 onto the horizontal plane. This ensures that during the cleaning process, dirt scraped off from the cleaning component 2003 can quickly flow to the separator 300 for separation, improving the efficiency of dirt removal.

[0175] In one embodiment, the separator 300 further includes filter holes 307 for filtering wastewater from the dirt. Exemplarily, multiple filter holes 307 are spaced apart on the separator 300. During cleaning, dirt in the dirt is filtered out by the filter holes 307 and remains on the separator 300.

[0176] It is understood that the inner diameter and shape of the filter hole 307 can be configured according to the type of dirt. For example, the filter hole 307 can be circular or elongated, and this disclosure does not limit it.

[0177] It is worth noting that during the filtration process of filter hole 307, some small dirt may pass through filter hole 307 and be discharged into lower sludge tank 206. This part of the dirt can be discharged through drain port 202 or manually cleaned. This disclosure does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0178] In one embodiment, the divider 300 is detachably connected to the washing tray 200. The divider 300 also has a handle 308 for a user to hold the divider 300.

[0179] For example, the handheld position 308 is located in the middle of the divider 300, and the handheld position 308 is formed by protruding upward from the divider 300. In this way, a certain amount of space is left on both sides of the handheld position 308 for the user to grip. At the same time, the filter holes 307 on the surface of the handheld position 308 can increase the friction between the divider 300 and the user, achieving an anti-slip effect and making it convenient for the user to pick up the divider 300. On the other hand, the bottom surface of the handheld position 308 forms a recessed space, which is connected to the air passage 306 and the air passage 210 to improve the smoothness of hot air passage.

[0180] In one embodiment, the separator 300 is detachably connected to the cleaning tray 200. The detachable connection method includes, but is not limited to, snap-fit ​​fasteners. For example, the detachable connection structure between the separator 300 and the cleaning tray 200 is as follows: one end of the separator 300 is provided with a fixing block 309, and the other end of the separator 300 is provided with a mounting pin 310, located on the side of the separator 300 facing the cleaning tray 200. One end of the lower sludge tank 206 has a fixing hole 213 corresponding to the fixing block 309, and the other end of the lower sludge tank 206 has a mounting hole 216 corresponding to the mounting pin 310. The fixing block 309 engages with the fixing hole 213, and the mounting pin 310 engages with the mounting hole 216, thereby fixing the separator 300 to the cleaning tray 200.

[0181] When the partition 300 needs to be disassembled, the user can hold the partition 300 and move it away from the cleaning tray 200 to disengage the mounting pin 310 from the mounting hole 216, and then pull out the fixing block 309 from the fixing hole 213. When the partition 300 needs to be installed, the user can insert the fixing block 309 into the fixing hole 213, and then press the mounting pin 310 into the mounting hole 216 through an interference fit. This facilitates the user's disassembly and installation of the partition 300, thereby facilitating the cleaning and maintenance of the partition 300.

[0182] It is understood that in other embodiments, the detachable connection between the separator 300 and the cleaning tray 200 may be bolted, interference fit, etc., and this disclosure does not limit this.

[0183] Figure 18 is a structural schematic diagram of a base station provided in another embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 19 is an exploded view of the cleaning tray and separator provided in the embodiment shown in Figure 18. Figure 20 is a structural schematic diagram of the separator provided in the embodiment shown in Figure 18.

[0184] As shown in Figures 1, 18, 19 and 20, the differences between this embodiment and the embodiment shown in Figure 15 include: the specific shape or size of the separator 300, the connection structure between the separator 300 and the cleaning tray 200, etc.

[0185] In one embodiment, the detachable connection structure between the separator 300 and the cleaning tray 200 is as follows: one end of the separator 300 is provided with a positioning block 313, and the other end of the separator 300 is provided with two gripper blocks 312, with retaining blocks 315 provided on the side of the gripper blocks 312. One end of the lower sludge tank 206 has a positioning hole 215 corresponding to the positioning block 313, and the other end of the lower sludge tank 206 has a retaining hole 217 corresponding to the mounting block 504. The positioning block 313 is inserted into the positioning hole 215, and the retaining block 315 is engaged with the retaining hole 217, thereby fixing the separator 300 to the cleaning tray 200.

[0186] When the partition 300 needs to be disassembled, the user can hold and squeeze the two gripper blocks 312, causing them to bend inward and deform. This simultaneously disengages the two retaining blocks 315 from their corresponding retaining holes 217. Then, the positioning block 313 can be pulled out of the positioning hole 215. When the partition 300 needs to be installed, the user can insert the positioning block 313 into the positioning hole 215, and then press the two retaining blocks 315 into their corresponding retaining holes 217 using an interference fit. This facilitates the user's disassembly and installation of the partition 300, and consequently, facilitates its cleaning and maintenance.

[0187] This disclosure also provides a cleaning system 3000. The cleaning system 3000 includes a cleaning robot 2000 and a base station 1000 in any of the foregoing embodiments. The base station 1000 and the cleaning robot 2000 are used together and are at least used for maintaining the cleaning robot 2000. The types of maintenance include, but are not limited to, charging, dust collection, cleaning of cleaning components 2003, replenishment of clean water, and pumping of wastewater. This can be understood as follows: the cleaning robot 2000 can perform at least one of the following within the base station 1000: 1. The base station 1000 charges the cleaning robot 2000; 2. The base station 1000 collects the debris (e.g., debris from the cleaning robot 2000's dust box or wastewater tank) into its dust collection container 401; 3. The base station 1000 cleans the cleaning components 2003 of the cleaning robot 2000 (e.g., washes the mop, cleans the roller brush, washes the roller, etc.); 4. The base station 1000 replenishes the cleaning robot 2000's clean water tank with clean water; 5. The base station 1000 collects the dirt from the cleaning robot 2000's wastewater tank into its wastewater container and discharges it to the outside. The above maintenance types are merely illustrative descriptions and are not intended to limit this disclosure.

[0188] The implementation principle and beneficial effects of the cleaning system provided in this disclosure can be found in the relevant descriptions in the foregoing embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0189] Those skilled in the art should recognize that the above embodiments are merely illustrative of this disclosure and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Any appropriate changes and variations made to the above embodiments within the spirit and essence of this disclosure fall within the scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A base station, said base station being used in conjunction with a cleaning robot and at least for maintaining said cleaning robot, characterized in that, The base station includes: The base is equipped with a dust collection channel; A cleaning tray is connected to the base and has a cleaning tank and a drain port and a dust collection port connected to the cleaning tank. The dust collection port is connected to the dust collection channel. The cleaning tank is provided with a sewage discharge opening. The cleaning tank is used to hold and clean the cleaning parts of the cleaning robot. The separator is connected to the drain outlet, the dust collection outlet, and the sewage outlet; and Dust collection assembly, the dust collection assembly being connected to the dust collection channel; When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform a cleaning operation, the dirt generated from cleaning the cleaning components flows through the drain opening to the separator, and the separator separates the wastewater and at least some of the dirt from the dirt. The wastewater flows through the separator to the drain outlet for discharge. When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform a dust collection operation, the dust collection component operates and collects the dirt on the separator through the dust collection channel and the dust collection port.

2. The base station as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The base is also provided with a docking interface, which is connected to the dust collection channel. When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform the dust collection operation, the dust box of the cleaning robot is connected to the docking interface, the dust collection component works, and collects the garbage in the dust box through the dust collection channel and the docking interface.

3. The base station as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The drain opening is equipped with a scraper. During the cleaning process, the cleaning component and the scraper move relative to each other so that the dirt flows through the drain opening to the separator.

4. The base station as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The cleaning tray includes a main body and a cleaning cover. The main body is connected to the base, and the cleaning cover is detachably connected to the main body. The drain opening is provided on the cleaning cover.

5. The base station as described in claim 4, characterized in that, Along the thickness direction of the cleaning cover, the drain opening penetrates the cleaning cover, and the scraper protrudes from the bottom surface of the cleaning cover or the cleaning tank.

6. The base station as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The cleaning cover includes a drain outlet that extends through the cleaning cover along its thickness direction; or, the cleaning cover includes a drain outlet and an extension groove that connects to the cleaning groove and is recessed toward the drain outlet.

7. The base station as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The position of the separator corresponds to the position of the cleaning cover, and the separator is located below the cleaning cover. The projection of the drain outlet on the horizontal plane is within the projection range of the separator on the horizontal plane.

8. The base station as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The main body is provided with a lower sludge trough, which is recessed in a direction away from the cleaning cover and is connected to the drain opening, the liquid outlet and the dust collection port; the separator is provided in the lower sludge trough and divides the lower sludge trough into a first trough and a second trough, the first trough being closer to the cleaning cover than the second trough.

9. The base station as described in claim 8, characterized in that, The separator includes a separation port that communicates with both the first and second tanks, and is used at least to filter out wastewater from the filth.

10. The base station as described in claim 9, characterized in that, As the cleaning robot enters the base station, the width of the partition gradually decreases.

11. The base station as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The separator includes a water filter inlet, which is connected to both the first tank and the second tank, and is used to filter out wastewater from the dirt; wherein, along the direction in which the cleaning robot enters the base station, the drain outlet is located in front of the dust collection port, the water filter inlet is closer to the drain outlet than the separator inlet, and the separator inlet is closer to the dust collection port than the water filter inlet.

12. The base station as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The width of the portion of the separator located between the water inlet and the dividing opening gradually decreases along the direction from the water inlet to the dividing opening.

13. The base station as described in claim 11, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the separator is recessed towards the water filter outlet.

14. The base station as described in claim 3, characterized in that, When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform cleaning operations, the projection of the rotation center of the cleaning component onto the horizontal plane is located within the projection range of the drain opening, the scraper, or the separator onto the horizontal plane.

15. The base station as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning robot includes casters, and a support is provided at the drain opening. When the cleaning robot enters the base station, the support is used to support the casters so that the casters can pass through the drain opening.

16. The base station as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The base station further includes a drying channel connected to the cleaning tank; the base station further includes a drying assembly connected to the drying channel for drying at least one of the separator, the dirt on the separator, the cleaning tank, and the cleaning component.

17. A base station, said base station being used in conjunction with a cleaning robot and at least for maintaining said cleaning robot, characterized in that, The base station includes: Base; A cleaning tray, connected to the base, having a cleaning tank and a drain outlet communicating with the cleaning tank, the cleaning tank being used to accommodate and clean the cleaning components of the cleaning robot; and A separator, which is connected to the cleaning tray and communicates with the drain port; When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform a cleaning operation, the dirt generated from cleaning the cleaning components flows to the separator, and the separator separates the sewage and at least some of the dirt. The sewage flows through the separator to the drain outlet and is discharged, while the dirt remains on the separator.

18. The base station as described in claim 17, characterized in that, At least a portion of the edge of the separator or at least a portion of the edge where the cleaning tray connects to the separator is provided with a scraper. During the cleaning process, the cleaning component and the scraper move relative to each other to collect the dirt into the separator; or... The cleaning tray has a first edge, which is the connection point between the cleaning tray and the separator. The separator has a second edge, which is the connection point between the separator and the cleaning tray. At least a portion of the first edge is higher than the second edge. During the cleaning process, the cleaning component and the portion of the first edge that is higher than the second edge move relative to each other to collect the dirt into the separator. Alternatively, at least a portion of the second edge is higher than the first edge, and during the cleaning process, the cleaning component and the portion of the second edge that is higher than the first edge move relative to each other to collect the dirt into the separator.

19. The base station as described in claim 17, characterized in that, The cleaning tray also has a lower sludge trough and is connected to the drain outlet. The separator is disposed in the lower sludge trough, and both the separator and the lower sludge trough are recessed in a direction away from the cleaning trough.

20. The base station as described in claim 17, characterized in that, The separator also has filter holes for filtering out wastewater from the dirt.

21. The base station as described in claim 17, characterized in that, The base station further includes a drying channel connected to the cleaning tank; the base station further includes a drying assembly connected to the drying channel for drying at least one of the separator, the dirt on the separator, the cleaning tank, and the cleaning component.

22. The base station as described in claim 21, characterized in that, The separator is recessed in the direction away from the cleaning tank, and the bottom surface of the portion of the separator corresponding to the drying channel is shallower than the bottom surface of the other portions of the separator in the direction away from the cleaning tank.

23. The base station as described in claim 17, characterized in that, When the cleaning robot enters the base station to perform cleaning operations, the projection of the rotation center of the cleaning component onto the horizontal plane is located within the projection range of the separator onto the horizontal plane.

24. The base station as described in claim 17, characterized in that, The divider also has a handheld position for a user to hold the divider.

25. A cleaning system, characterized in that, include: Cleaning robots, and The base station according to any one of claims 1 to 24, wherein the base station is used in conjunction with the cleaning robot and is at least used for maintaining the cleaning robot.

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