Cleaning member drying module, cleaning base station, and cleaning system

Abstract

Provided in the present application are a cleaning member drying module, a cleaning base station, and a cleaning system. The cleaning member drying module (10) comprises: a housing (110), wherein an air-dividing duct (111) is provided inside the housing (110), a plurality of accommodating spaces (112) in communication with the air-dividing duct (111) are provided on the housing (110), and the accommodating spaces (112) are configured to accommodate cleaning members (2) of a cleaning device (100); an airflow driving member (120) arranged in the housing (110), the airflow driving member (120) having a fan air duct (121) in communication with the air-dividing duct (111); and a heating member (130) arranged on the upstream side of the accommodating spaces (112) along the airflow path, the heating member (130) being configured to heat airflow flowing therethrough so as to form a drying airflow for drying the cleaning members (2).

Description

Cleaning element drying module, cleaning base station and cleaning system

[0001] The present application claims priority to the Chinese patent application No. 202520154459.0, filed on January 22, 2025, and entitled "Cleaning element drying module, cleaning base station and cleaning system", the content of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. TECHNICAL FIELD

[0002] The present application relates to the technical field of cleaning equipment, and in particular to a cleaning element drying module, a cleaning base station and a cleaning system. BACKGROUND

[0003] With the continuous development of smart home technology, automatic cleaning equipment such as a sweeping machine or a sweeping robot has become an important tool for daily household cleaning. Such cleaning equipment can autonomously clean dust and stains on the ground, and can also perform maintenance operations such as charging, cleaning and washing cleaning elements through a cleaning base station.

[0004] The existing cleaning base station can clean the cleaning elements of the cleaning equipment in the cleaning tank, and can dry the cleaned cleaning elements through a drying mechanism.

[0005] However, the existing cleaning base station has a long drying cycle for multiple groups of replaceable cleaning elements of the cleaning equipment, which affects the drying efficiency of the cleaning base station. SUMMARY

[0006] The cleaning element drying module, the cleaning base station and the cleaning system provided by the present application can simultaneously dry multiple groups of cleaning elements, which helps to improve the drying efficiency of the cleaning base station.

[0007] In a first aspect, the present application provides a cleaning element drying module for a cleaning base station, comprising: a housing, the inside of the housing having a shunt air duct, the housing being provided with a plurality of accommodation spaces in communication with the shunt air duct, the accommodation spaces being used for placing cleaning elements of a cleaning equipment; an airflow driving element provided in the housing, the airflow driving element having a fan air duct, the fan air duct being in communication with the shunt air duct; a heating element provided on the upstream side of the accommodation space along the airflow path, the heating element being used for heating the airflow flowing therethrough to form a drying airflow for drying the cleaning elements.

[0008] Therefore, by arranging the shunt air duct and the plurality of accommodation spaces in the shell of the cleaning element drying module, a plurality of groups of cleaning elements can be accommodated to realize batch drying of the plurality of groups of cleaning elements, thereby effectively improving the drying efficiency. In addition, by arranging the plurality of accommodation spaces, a plurality of groups of cleaning elements can be batch dried, thereby reducing the total drying frequency of the cleaning base station, reducing the starting frequency of key components such as the airflow driving element and the heating element, and prolonging the service life of the cleaning base station.

[0009] In a possible implementation, the shell comprises: a mounting plate comprising a first surface and a second surface opposite along the thickness direction of the mounting plate, and a portion of the structure of the first surface is recessed toward the second surface to form a recess; an air duct shell is reversibly arranged in the recess, the shunt air duct is formed in the air duct shell, and the accommodation space penetrates through one side surface of the air duct shell along the thickness direction of the air duct shell to communicate with the shunt air duct; and the bottom wall of the recess is provided with a relief opening for avoiding the accommodation space.

[0010] Therefore, by forming the recess on the mounting plate, a mounting space is provided for the air duct shell, so that the air duct shell is reversibly arranged in the recess, thereby facilitating the installation of the air duct shell and the maintenance and repair of the internal structure of the cleaning element drying module. By forming the shunt air duct in the air duct shell and arranging the accommodation space to penetrate through one side surface of the air duct shell along the thickness direction of the air duct shell and communicate with the shunt air duct, it can be ensured that the drying airflow flows smoothly in the shunt air duct to each accommodation space, thereby ensuring the drying effect of the plurality of groups of cleaning elements.

[0011] In a possible implementation, the second surface of the mounting plate is provided with a mounting groove, the mounting groove is distributed along a first direction and is separated by the side wall of the recess; the airflow driving element is arranged in the mounting groove; and the side wall of the recess toward the mounting groove is provided with an air passing opening, and the air passing opening communicates the shunt air duct and the fan air duct.

[0012] Therefore, the mounting groove and the recess are separated by the side wall of the recess, which can provide a separate mounting space for the airflow driving element to avoid interference from the outside and ensure stable operation. By arranging the air passing opening, the shunt air duct and the fan air duct can be communicated, so that the airflow generated by the airflow driving element can smoothly enter the shunt air duct through the air passing opening, and then be distributed to each accommodation space to provide continuous and stable airflow for the drying of the cleaning elements.

[0013] In a possible implementation, the air duct shell further comprises: a base plate adapted to the shape of the recess; and a partition plate fixedly arranged on the side of the base plate facing the recess, the partition plate and the base plate together define the shunt air duct, and the partition plate has a plurality of hollow partition rings surrounding the accommodation space.

[0014] In this way, by arranging the substrate in a shape that matches the groove, the air duct shell can be stably and accurately installed in the groove, ensuring the stability of the entire air duct shell during operation, avoiding shaking, deviation and other situations due to unstable installation, thereby affecting the normal circulation of the airflow in the cleaning piece drying module. By surrounding the accommodation space with the hollow partition ring, each accommodation space for placing the cleaning piece can be clearly defined, ensuring that the cleaning pieces do not interfere with each other during drying, reducing the impact of unstable airflow on the drying process.

[0015] In one possible implementation, along the second direction, the width of the inlet of the shunt air duct is greater than the width of the outlet of the fan air duct; the airflow driving member further comprises a diffusion nozzle, the diffusion nozzle is arranged at the outlet of the fan air duct, and the diffusion nozzle defines a diffusion air duct, the flow area of the diffusion air duct gradually increases along the first direction and from the mounting groove towards the recess.

[0016] In this way, the width of the inlet of the shunt air duct is greater than the width of the outlet of the fan air duct, and the diffusion nozzle is arranged at the outlet of the fan air duct to form a diffusion air duct, which can gradually increase the flow area of the airflow from the mounting groove towards the recess, thereby effectively reducing the airflow speed and increasing the contact time of the airflow with the cleaning piece, thereby ensuring that the airflow is more evenly distributed to the cleaning piece in each accommodation space, improving the drying efficiency and uniformity. Moreover, the larger width of the inlet of the shunt air duct helps to reduce the pressure loss when the airflow enters, improving the transmission efficiency of the airflow.

[0017] In one possible implementation, the heating member is arranged in at least one of the fan air duct, the shunt air duct, the diffusion air duct and the accommodation space.

[0018] In this way, by arranging the heating member at the key nodes of the airflow path, the effective transmission and uniform distribution of heat energy can be ensured, thereby achieving efficient heating of the airflow.

[0019] In one possible implementation, the heating member is fixed to at least one of the mounting plate, the air duct shell, the partition plate and the diffusion nozzle.

[0020] In this way, by directly fixing the heating member to the key structural components, not only the stability and durability of the heating member can be ensured, but also the heat conduction path can be optimized, so that heat can be transmitted more quickly and uniformly into the airflow.

[0021] In one possible implementation, the heating member is arranged at least on the bottom wall of the accommodation space and is adapted to be in contact with the cleaning piece.

[0022] In this way, by placing the heating member on the bottom wall of the accommodation space and in contact with the cleaning member, heat can be directly and efficiently conducted to the surface of the cleaning member, accelerating the evaporation speed of moisture and thus shortening the drying time. The direct contact heating method not only avoids the problem of uneven temperature, but also provides consistent heat input to different parts of the cleaning member, ensuring comprehensive and uniform drying effect.

[0023] In a possible implementation, the heating member is at least one of a heating tube, a heating film, and a heating wire.

[0024] In this way, the flexibility of the cleaning member drying module can be improved. By selecting different types of heating members, the heat distribution can be optimized according to the needs of specific application scenarios, ensuring that each part of the cleaning member can receive sufficient and uniform heat input.

[0025] In a possible implementation, the assembly gap between the peripheral wall of the cleaning member and the inner side wall of the accommodation space is greater than or equal to 3 mm.

[0026] In this way, by setting a reasonable assembly gap, it can be ensured that the airflow can flow freely around the cleaning member, avoiding airflow obstruction or unevenness caused by too small gaps, thereby improving the coverage area and contact time of the airflow on the surface of the cleaning member and enhancing the drying effect. In addition, the above-mentioned assembly gap can also reduce the friction between the cleaning member and the inner side wall of the accommodation space, thereby reducing the risk of wear and tear of the cleaning member when being put in or taken out, prolonging the service life of the cleaning member and the accommodation space.

[0027] In a possible implementation, the cleaning member includes a cleaning cloth.

[0028] In this way, the cleaning cloth is more easily washed and dried than other types of cleaning members, and can be restored to a usable state in a shorter time, thereby shortening the overall cleaning cycle.

[0029] In a possible implementation, the air duct shell is movable relative to the mounting plate to open or close the shunt air duct.

[0030] In this way, by designing the air duct shell to be movable relative to the mounting plate, the operation flexibility and maintenance convenience of the cleaning member drying module can be improved. The air duct shell can be moved relative to the mounting plate, so that the user or the cleaning base station can easily open or close the shunt air duct according to actual needs, thereby controlling the airflow path.

[0031] In some embodiments, the shell has a ventilation opening, the airflow driving member is arranged on the upstream side of the accommodation space along the airflow path, and the airflow driving member blows the airflow entering the fan air duct from the ventilation opening to the accommodation space through the shunt air duct for exhaust.

[0032] In this way, the airflow driving member can blow the airflow to the accommodation space by blowing.

[0033] In some embodiments, the shell has a vent, the airflow driving member is arranged on the downstream side of the accommodation space along the airflow path, and the airflow driving member draws the airflow entering the split air duct from the vent through the accommodation space to the fan duct for exhaust.

[0034] In this way, the airflow driving member can draw the airflow to the accommodation space by suction.

[0035] In some embodiments, the bottom wall of the accommodation space is provided with a rotating support, which is rotatable relative to the shell, and when the cleaning member is arranged in the accommodation space and dried, the rotating support is adapted to drive the cleaning member to rotate.

[0036] In this way, during the drying process, the cleaning member is driven to rotate by the rotating support, which is beneficial to uniform heating of the cleaning member, thereby improving the drying efficiency and drying effect.

[0037] In a second aspect, the present application provides a cleaning base station, comprising: a base station body, which is provided with a cleaning cavity on one side in the circumferential direction for cleaning a cleaning device, and is further provided with a mounting space located on the side of the cleaning cavity; the cleaning member drying module of any one of the above possible implementation manners, the mounting plate of the cleaning member drying module is fixedly arranged in the mounting space, and the air duct shell of the cleaning member drying module is located on the side of the mounting plate away from the base station body.

[0038] In this way, by integrating the cleaning member drying module into the base station body, the compactness and aesthetics of the cleaning base station can be ensured. By fixing the position of the mounting plate, the cleaning member drying module can be closely combined with the base station body, thereby enhancing the stability of the overall structure and facilitating maintenance and repair. In addition, the air duct shell is located on the outside of the mounting plate, which not only provides a smooth channel for the airflow, but also allows the air duct shell to move relative to the mounting plate, facilitating the user or the cleaning base station to open or close the split air duct, thereby optimizing the airflow path and simplifying the loading and unloading process of the cleaning member.

[0039] In a possible implementation manner, the mounting space has an air outlet, and the area of the air inlet of the split air duct is greater than the area of the air outlet.

[0040] Thus, by setting a larger air inlet area, sufficient airflow is ensured to enter the distribution duct, reducing pressure loss during airflow entry. By setting a smaller air outlet area, a certain pressure difference is formed before the airflow is discharged, allowing the airflow to be more evenly distributed as it passes through the cleaning components and extending its residence time within the containment space, ensuring that the cleaning components are thoroughly dried.

[0041] Thirdly, this application provides a cleaning system, comprising: a cleaning device having detachable cleaning components; and the aforementioned cleaning base station, which is used to replace, clean, and dry the cleaning components of the cleaning device.

[0042] This facilitates end-to-end management of cleaning, replacement, and drying of cleaning components, simplifying user operations. The cleaning component drying module of the cleaning base station enables batch drying of multiple sets of cleaning components, effectively improving drying efficiency. Batch drying of multiple sets of cleaning components also reduces the total number of drying cycles for the cleaning base station, thereby reducing the maintenance frequency and cost of the cleaning system. Attached Figure Description

[0043] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0044] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clean base station provided in this application;

[0045] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the clean base station provided in this application;

[0046] Figure 3 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the cleaning component drying module provided in this application;

[0047] Figure 4 is a partial structural schematic diagram of the cleaning component drying module provided in this application;

[0048] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the mounting plate in the cleaning component drying module provided in this application.

[0049] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the mounting plate in the cleaning component drying module provided in this application.

[0050] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the air duct shell in the cleaning component drying module provided in this application;

[0051] Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of the air duct shell in the cleaning component drying module provided in this application;

[0052] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the airflow drive component in the cleaning component drying module provided in this application;

[0053] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram of the cleaning system provided in this application.

[0054] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1-Clean base station; 2-Clean component; 10-Clean component drying module; 110-Housing shell; 111-Diverter air duct; 112-Accommodation space; 113-Mounting plate; 1131-First surface; 1132-Second surface; 1132a-Mounting groove; 1133-Groove; 1133a-Avoidance opening; 1133b-Air outlet; 114-Air duct shell; 1141-Base plate; 1142-Separator plate; 1142a-Separator ring; 120-Airflow drive component; 121-Fan air duct; 122-Diffuser nozzle; 1221-Diffuser air duct; 130-Heating component; 140-Rotating support component; 20-Base station body; 210-Clean chamber; 220-Air outlet; 100-Clean equipment; 200-Clean system.

[0055] The accompanying drawings illustrate specific embodiments of this application, which will be described in more detail below. These drawings and descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept in any way, but rather to illustrate the concept of this application to those skilled in the art through reference to particular embodiments. Detailed Implementation

[0056] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims.

[0057] As demonstrated in the background section, existing cleaning base stations can clean cleaning components in a cleaning tank and dry them using a drying mechanism. However, for existing cleaning base stations equipped with cleaning equipment containing multiple sets of replaceable cleaning components, the time required to dry all sets of cleaning components is relatively long, thus affecting the drying efficiency of the cleaning base station.

[0058] In view of this, this application provides a cleaning component drying module 10 for cleaning base station 1. Referring to Figures 1 and 2, the cleaning component drying module 10 includes a housing 110, an airflow driving component 120, and a heating component 130.

[0059] The housing 110 serves as the outer shell of the cleaning component drying module 10, providing mechanical support and protection for internal components such as the airflow drive component 120 and the heating component 130. The airflow drive component 120 generates airflow, providing the necessary airflow power for the entire drying process. The heating component 130 heats the airflow passing through it, transforming the airflow into a drying airflow with drying capabilities, providing a heat source for removing moisture from the cleaning component 2.

[0060] Referring to Figure 8, the housing 110 has a diversion duct 111 and multiple receiving spaces 112 inside. The receiving spaces 112 are used to accommodate the cleaning components 2 of the cleaning device 100. The multiple receiving spaces 112 can be arranged independently so that the cleaning components 2 in the multiple receiving spaces 112 can receive the drying airflow without interference. The diversion duct 111 can communicate with the multiple receiving spaces 112. Furthermore, the diversion duct 111 can provide a specific flow path for the airflow, allowing the airflow to flow within the housing 110 in a preset direction and manner to deliver it to each receiving space 112, thereby achieving the drying of the cleaning components 2.

[0061] Optionally, the branching duct 111 can be a tree-like branch structure. The starting end of the branching duct 111 is a relatively thick main duct, and the airflow generated by the airflow drive 120 can first enter the main duct. The main duct can branch into multiple branch ducts in different directions, and the end of each branch duct is connected to the corresponding accommodating space 112. The number of branch ducts can be determined according to the number of accommodating spaces 112 to ensure that each accommodating space 112 has a separate branch duct connected to it. Alternatively, the branch ducts can also be a ring-shaped branch structure. The branching duct 111 can be arranged in a ring shape, and the branching duct 111 can be set around multiple accommodating spaces 112 to form a closed ring-shaped main duct. At different positions of the ring-shaped main duct, several branch ducts can be set, and the branch ducts can lead to each accommodating space 112 respectively. In this way, the airflow can first circulate in the ring-shaped main duct to achieve initial diffusion, and then enter the corresponding accommodating space 112 through each branch duct. Alternatively, branch ducts can also be mesh structures, double-layer or multi-layer nested structures, etc. The specific structure of the branch duct can be determined according to actual needs, and this application does not impose any restrictions.

[0062] Referring to Figures 1, 2, 3, and 4, the airflow drive 120 can be disposed within the housing 110. The airflow drive 120 has a fan duct 121. The fan duct 121 can communicate with the branch duct 111, so that the airflow generated by the airflow drive 120 enters the branch duct 111 through the fan duct 121. To achieve drying of the cleaning component 2, a heating element 130 can be disposed upstream of the accommodating space 112 along the airflow path. In this way, the heating element 130 can heat the airflow flowing through it to form a drying airflow for drying the cleaning component 2.

[0063] It is understandable that by setting a diversion air duct 111 and multiple accommodating spaces 112 connected to it inside the housing 110 of the cleaning component drying module 10, multiple sets of cleaning components 2 can be accommodated, thereby achieving batch drying of multiple sets of cleaning components 2 and effectively improving drying efficiency. In addition, by setting multiple accommodating spaces 112, multiple sets of cleaning components 2 can be dried in batches, thereby reducing the total number of drying cycles of the cleaning base station 1, reducing the start-up frequency of key components such as the airflow drive component 120 and the heating component 130, and thus extending the service life of the cleaning base station 1.

[0064] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6, the housing 110 includes a mounting plate 113 and an air duct housing 114. The mounting plate 113 includes a first surface 1131 and a second surface 1132. The first surface 1131 and the second surface 1132 may be disposed opposite to each other along the thickness direction of the mounting plate 113. Further, a portion of the structure of the first surface 1131 may be recessed towards the second surface 1132 to form a groove 1133. The groove 1133 can be used to accommodate the air duct housing 114.

[0065] Specifically, the duct housing 114 is rotatably disposed in the groove 1133. The duct housing 114 can be connected to the groove 1133 via a pivot, hinge, or other means. A branch air duct 111 can be formed inside the duct housing 114. A receiving space 112 can be disposed on the duct housing 114. Furthermore, the receiving space 112 can penetrate one side surface of the duct housing 114 in the thickness direction, thereby communicating with the branch air duct 111. In this way, the drying airflow in the branch air duct 111 can act on the cleaning component 2 through the receiving space 112. The bottom wall of the groove 1133 is provided with a clearance opening 1133a. The clearance opening 1133a can avoid the receiving space 112 when the duct housing 114 is closed with the mounting plate 113. The shape of the clearance opening 1133a can be the same as the shape of the receiving space 112. Alternatively, the size of the clearance opening 1133a can be larger than the size of the receiving space 112.

[0066] It is understandable that by forming a groove 1133 on the mounting plate 113, a space can be provided for the air duct housing 114, allowing the air duct housing 114 to be flipped and placed in the groove 1133. This facilitates the installation of the air duct housing 114 and the maintenance and repair of the internal structure of the cleaning component drying module 10. By forming a branch air duct 111 inside the air duct housing 114, and having the accommodating space 112 extending along the thickness direction of the air duct housing 114 through one side surface of the air duct housing 114 and communicating with the branch air duct 111, it can be ensured that the drying airflow flows smoothly within the branch air duct 111 to each accommodating space 112, thus ensuring the drying effect on multiple sets of cleaning components 2.

[0067] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 3, 4, and 6, a mounting groove 1132a is provided on the second surface 1132 of the mounting plate 113. The airflow drive member 120 may be disposed within the mounting groove 1132a. The mounting groove 1132a may be disposed on one side of the recess 1133.

[0068] Furthermore, the mounting groove 1132a can be distributed along the first direction with the recess 1133. The mounting groove 1132a and the recess 1133 can be separated by the side wall of the recess 1133. To facilitate the flow of drying air, an air outlet 1133b is provided on the recess 1133, which connects the distribution duct 111 and the fan duct 121. Specifically, the air outlet 1133b can be located on the side wall of the recess 1133 facing the mounting groove 1132a. Optionally, there can be multiple air outlets 1133b. These multiple air outlets 1133b can be spaced apart on the side wall of the recess 1133. The shape of the air outlet 1133b can be circular, rectangular, elliptical, polygonal, etc.

[0069] Here, the first direction can refer to the X-direction. Alternatively, the first direction can also refer to the altitude direction of the cleaning base station 1.

[0070] Understandably, the mounting slot 1132a and the recess 1133 are separated by the side wall of the recess 1133, providing an independent placement space for the airflow drive component 120 to avoid external interference and ensure its stable operation. By setting the air outlet 1133b, the flow distribution duct 111 and the fan duct 121 can be connected, allowing the airflow generated by the airflow drive component 120 to smoothly enter the flow distribution duct 111 through the air outlet 1133b and then be distributed to each accommodating space 112, providing a continuous and stable airflow for drying the cleaning component 2.

[0071] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, and 8, the duct housing 114 further includes a base plate 1141 and a partition plate 1142. The base plate 1141 provides a supporting foundation for the duct housing 114. The base plate 1141 can be adapted to the shape of the groove 1133, allowing the duct housing 114 to be accurately placed within the groove 1133. The partition plate 1142 can be fixedly disposed on one side of the base plate 1141. Specifically, the partition plate 1142 is disposed on the side of the base plate 1141 facing the groove 1133. The partition plate 1142 is spaced apart from the base plate 1141, so that the partition plate 1142 and the base plate 1141 together define a diversion duct 111. Further, the partition plate 1142 is also provided with a plurality of perforated partition rings 1142a. The partition rings 1142a enclose an accommodating space 112. Optionally, the height of the partition rings 1142a is greater than the height of the cleaning component 2. A notch may also be provided on the separator ring 1142a to facilitate the user's access to the cleaning component 2.

[0072] Understandably, by setting a substrate 1141 that matches the shape of the groove 1133, the air duct shell 114 can be stably and precisely installed in the groove 1133, ensuring the stability of the entire air duct shell 114 during operation and preventing shaking or displacement due to unstable installation, which would affect the normal flow of air inside the cleaning component drying module 10. The accommodating space 112 is enclosed by the hollowed-out partition ring 1142a, which clearly defines each accommodating space 112 for placing the cleaning component 2, ensuring that the cleaning components 2 do not interfere with each other during the drying process and reducing the impact of unstable airflow on the drying process.

[0073] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 1, 3, 4, 6, and 9, the inlet of the diversion duct 111 can be one or more. Optionally, along the second direction, the overall inlet width of the diversion duct 111 is greater than the outlet width of the fan duct 121. Further, the airflow drive 120 also includes a diffuser nozzle 122. The diffuser nozzle 122 can be located at the outlet of the fan duct 121. The diffuser nozzle 122 can define the diffuser duct 1221. Specifically, along the first direction and from the airflow drive 120 toward the groove 1133, the flow area of ​​the diffuser duct 1221 gradually increases. The diffuser nozzle 122 is used to smooth the airflow, avoiding turbulence caused by excessive speed and impact when the airflow directly enters the diversion duct 111, achieving a smooth transition from a high-speed, concentrated airflow state to a relatively smooth and uniformly diffused state, ensuring that the airflow can subsequently enter the diversion duct 111 in a more orderly manner. Here, the second direction can refer to the Y direction.

[0074] Understandably, by making the inlet width of the diversion duct 111 larger than the outlet width of the fan duct 121, and by setting a diffuser nozzle 122 at the outlet of the fan duct 121 to form a diffuser duct 1221, the flow area of ​​the airflow from the mounting groove 1132a towards the recess 1133 gradually increases. This effectively reduces the airflow velocity and increases the contact time between the airflow and the cleaning component 2, thereby ensuring that the airflow is more evenly distributed to the cleaning component 2 in each accommodating space 112, improving drying efficiency and uniformity. Furthermore, the larger inlet width of the diversion duct 111 helps reduce pressure loss when the airflow enters, improving airflow transmission efficiency.

[0075] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 3 and 4, the heating element 130 is disposed within at least one of the fan duct 121, the diversion duct 111, the diffusion duct 1221, and the accommodating space 112. Optionally, the heating element 130 may be disposed alone within one of the fan duct 121, the diversion duct 111, the diffusion duct 1221, and the accommodating space 112. Alternatively, the heating element 130 may be disposed in combination within at least two of the fan duct 121, the diversion duct 111, the diffusion duct 1221, and the accommodating space 112. The location and number of the heating element 130 can be determined according to actual needs, and this application does not impose any limitations.

[0076] It is understandable that by arranging the heating element 130 at key nodes in the airflow path, the effective transfer and uniform distribution of heat energy can be ensured, thereby achieving efficient heating of the airflow.

[0077] Specifically, the heating element 130 located in the fan duct 121 can preheat the airflow at the initial stage of airflow generation, thereby increasing the initial airflow temperature. The heating element 130 located in the distribution duct 111 can further ensure that the airflow has reached the preset drying temperature before being distributed to each accommodating space 112, thus avoiding the problem of uneven temperature.

[0078] The heating element 130, located within the diffusion duct 1221, maintains and optimizes the temperature of the gradually expanding airflow, ensuring sufficient heat as the airflow enters the accommodating space 112. The heating element 130, situated within the accommodating space 112, directly contacts the cleaning component 2, providing localized enhanced heating and accelerating moisture evaporation from the cleaning component 2. This multi-point heating design not only improves drying efficiency and shortens the overall drying time but also ensures uniform heating of the cleaning component 2, preventing incomplete drying due to localized overheating or insufficient heating. Furthermore, the rational layout of the heating element 130 reduces energy waste and enhances the energy-saving and environmentally friendly performance of the cleaning station 1.

[0079] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 3 and 4, the heating element 130 is fixed to at least one of the mounting plate 113, the duct housing 114, the partition plate 1142, and the diffuser nozzle 122. Optionally, the heating element 130 can be fixed to one of the mounting plate 113, the duct housing 114, the partition plate 1142, and the diffuser nozzle 122 individually. Alternatively, the heating element 130 can be fixed to at least two of the mounting plate 113, the duct housing 114, the partition plate 1142, and the diffuser nozzle 122 in combination. The location and number of the heating element 130 can be determined according to actual needs, and this application does not impose any limitations.

[0080] Understandably, by directly fixing the heating element 130 to the key structural component, not only can the stability and durability of the heating element 130 be ensured, but the heat conduction path can also be optimized, so that heat can be transferred to the airflow more quickly and evenly.

[0081] Specifically, the heating element 130 mounted on the mounting plate 113 provides a stable heat source for the entire cleaning and drying module 10, ensuring that the airflow is adequately heated from the source. The heating element 130 fixed to the duct housing 114 helps maintain the airflow temperature within the branch duct 111, ensuring temperature consistency across all branches. The heating element 130 located on the partition plate 1142 can further increase the temperature during airflow distribution, preventing uneven drying due to temperature fluctuations. The heating element 130 located on the diffuser nozzle 122 retains its heat during airflow diffusion, ensuring that the airflow entering the accommodating space 112 is always at the optimal drying temperature. This multi-point layout of the heating element 130 improves thermal efficiency and reduces energy loss.

[0082] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 3 and 4, the heating element 130 is at least disposed on the bottom wall of the accommodating space 112. Optionally, the heating element 132 can be in direct contact with the cleaning element 2, or a partition structure can be provided between the heating element 132 and the cleaning element 2, so that the heating element 132 and the cleaning element 2 can conduct heat through the partition structure. The partition structure can be part of the housing 110 (e.g., substrate 1141), such as embedding the heating element 132 inside the substrate 1141 and facing the accommodating space 112; or the partition structure can also be a cover covering the heating element 132, such as a membrane structure, a plate structure, etc. The material of the partition structure and the specific way it is fitted with the housing 110 are not limited.

[0083] Optionally, one or more heating elements 130 may be provided on the bottom wall of each accommodating space 112. The multiple heating elements 130 may be evenly distributed on the bottom wall of the accommodating space 112. Alternatively, the multiple heating elements 130 may be distributed differently in different areas on the bottom wall of the accommodating space 112 to adapt to the airflow conditions in different areas within the accommodating space 112. Furthermore, the multiple heating elements 130 may be concentrated on the edges of the bottom wall of the accommodating space 112 to accelerate the evaporation rate of moisture at the edges of the cleaning element 2 and prevent excessive heat loss at the edges of the cleaning element 2.

[0084] Understandably, by placing the heating element 130 on the bottom wall of the accommodating space 112 and in contact with the cleaning element 2, heat can be directly and efficiently transferred to the surface of the cleaning element 2, accelerating the evaporation of moisture and thus shortening the drying time. This direct-contact heating method not only avoids uneven temperature distribution but also provides consistent heat input to different parts of the cleaning element 2, ensuring a comprehensive and uniform drying effect.

[0085] In one possible implementation, the heating element 130 is at least one of a heating tube, a heating film, and a heating wire. Optionally, the heating element 130 can be one of a heating tube, a heating film, and a heating wire. Alternatively, the heating element 130 can be any two of a heating tube, a heating film, and a heating wire. Still alternatively, the heating element 130 can be a heating tube, a heating film, and a heating wire.

[0086] In the specific implementation process, referring to Figures 3 and 4, the heating element 130 can be a heating tube and is disposed in the diffusion air duct 1221. Alternatively, the heating element 130 can be a heating film, attached to the bottom wall of the accommodating space 112 or disposed in the upper part of the accommodating space 112. The heating film can be a polyimide heating film, a carbon fiber heating film, etc. The heat generated by the heating film can directly act on the accommodating space 112 to radiate heat to the cleaning component 2 and accelerate the drying of the cleaning component 2. Alternatively, the heating element 130 can be a heating wire disposed on the bottom wall of the accommodating space 112 or disposed in the upper part of the accommodating space 112. The heating wire can be a nickel-chromium alloy heating wire, an iron-chromium-aluminum alloy heating wire, a carbon fiber heating wire, etc. The heating wire can be distributed in a spiral, a zigzag, or a mesh pattern, etc. There are many possible combinations of the type and specific placement of the heating element 130, and this application does not impose any restrictions. In practical applications, the type and location of the heating element 130 can be flexibly selected and matched according to various considerations such as the specific type of cleaning component 2 (e.g., material, size, shape, etc.), the overall structure and spatial layout of the cleaning equipment 100, the requirements for drying efficiency and uniformity, and cost control.

[0087] Understandably, the above design can improve the flexibility of the cleaning component drying module 10. By selecting different types of heating elements 130, the heat distribution can be optimized according to the needs of specific application scenarios, ensuring that the cleaning components 2 in each part can receive sufficient and uniform heat input.

[0088] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 3 and 4, the size of the cleaning component 2 is smaller than the size of the accommodating space 112. Specifically, there is a gap between the peripheral wall of the cleaning component 2 and the inner wall of the accommodating space 112. Optionally, the assembly gap between the peripheral wall of the cleaning component 2 and the inner wall of the accommodating space 112 is equal to 3 mm. Alternatively, the assembly gap between the peripheral wall of the cleaning component 2 and the inner wall of the accommodating space 112 is greater than 3 mm.

[0089] Understandably, by setting a reasonable assembly gap, airflow can be ensured to flow freely around the cleaning component 2, avoiding airflow blockage or unevenness caused by excessively small gaps. This increases the coverage area and contact time of the airflow on the surface of the cleaning component 2, thereby enhancing the drying effect. Furthermore, the aforementioned assembly gap can reduce friction between the cleaning component 2 and the inner wall of the accommodating space 112, thus reducing the risk of wear on the cleaning component 2 during insertion or removal, and extending the service life of both the cleaning component 2 and the accommodating space 112.

[0090] In one possible implementation, the cleaning component 2 includes a cleaning cloth. Optionally, the cleaning component 2 can also be a cleaning sponge, a cleaning brush, etc. A sealing element can also be provided on the inner wall of the receiving space 112. When the cleaning component 2 is located in the receiving space 112, the sealing element can contact the cleaning component 2. The sealing element can be a sealing strip, a silicone sealing gasket, etc. The sealing element can prevent excessive dissipation of the drying airflow within the receiving space 112, thereby improving the drying effect.

[0091] Understandably, cleaning cloths are easier to wash and dry than other types of cleaning components, and can be restored to a usable state in a shorter time, thus shortening the overall cleaning cycle.

[0092] In one possible implementation, referring to Figures 1 and 2, the duct housing 114 and the mounting plate 113 are movably connected. Specifically, the duct housing 114 is movable relative to the mounting plate 113 to open or close the diversion duct 111.

[0093] Understandably, the movable design of the duct housing 114 relative to the mounting plate 113 enhances the operational flexibility and maintenance convenience of the cleaning component drying module 10. The movable duct housing 114 relative to the mounting plate 113 allows the user or cleaning base station 1 to easily open or close the diversion duct 111 according to actual needs, thereby controlling the airflow path.

[0094] In some embodiments, the housing 110 has a vent, and the airflow drive 120 is disposed upstream of the accommodating space 112 along the airflow path. The airflow drive 120 blows the airflow entering the fan duct 121 from the vent through the diversion duct 111 and then into the accommodating space 112 for discharge. Specifically, in this embodiment, both the airflow drive 120 and the heating element can be disposed close to the beginning of the entire airflow path (i.e., the vent), and both the airflow drive 120 and the heating element 130 are located upstream of the accommodating space 112 in the airflow path. The airflow entering from the vent first passes through the airflow drive 120, then through the heating element 130 and the diversion duct 111, and finally into the accommodating space 112 to heat and dry the cleaning element 2. Of course, in this embodiment, the specific arrangement position of the vent and the airflow drive 120 on the housing 110 is not limited. Thus, the airflow drive 120 can blow airflow into the accommodating space 112 by blowing air.

[0095] In some embodiments, the housing 110 has a vent, and the airflow drive 120 is disposed downstream of the accommodating space 112 along the airflow path. The airflow drive 120 draws the airflow entering the diversion duct 111 from the vent through the accommodating space 112 and then to the fan duct 121 for discharge. Specifically, in this embodiment, the airflow drive 120 can be a negative pressure fan or a suction fan. In the airflow path, the heating element 130 can be disposed near the beginning of the entire airflow path (i.e., the vent), while the airflow drive 120 is disposed near the end of the entire airflow path. The heating element 130 is located upstream of the accommodating space 112 in the airflow path, while the airflow drive 120 is located downstream of the accommodating space 112 in the airflow path. The airflow entering from the vent first passes through the heating element 130 and the diversion duct 111, then passes through the accommodating space 112 to heat and dry the cleaning element 2, and finally is discharged from the fan duct 121. Of course, in this embodiment, the specific arrangement position of the vent and the airflow drive 120 on the housing 110 is not limited. In this way, the airflow drive 120 can draw airflow into the accommodating space 112 by means of air extraction.

[0096] In some embodiments, a rotating support 140 is provided on the bottom wall of the accommodating space 112. The rotating support 140 is rotatable relative to the housing 110. When the cleaning component 2 is disposed in the accommodating space 112 and is being dried, the rotating support 140 is adapted to drive the cleaning component 2 to rotate. The rotating support 140 can cooperate with the rigid frame of the cleaning component 2, such as a cleaning cloth. Thus, during the drying process, the rotation of the cleaning component 2 by the rotating support 140 helps to ensure uniform heating of the cleaning component 2, thereby improving drying efficiency and drying effect.

[0097] Furthermore, this application provides a clean base station 1, referring to Figures 1 and 2, including a base station body 20 and the aforementioned cleaning component drying module 10. The base station body 20 is provided with a cleaning cavity 210. The cleaning cavity 210 can clean the cleaning device 100. The cleaning cavity 210 can be disposed on one side of the base station body 20 along the circumferential direction. The base station body 20 is also provided with an installation space located around the cleaning cavity 210. The mounting plate 113 of the cleaning component drying module 10 can be disposed in the installation space. The air duct shell 114 of the cleaning component drying module 10 can be located on one side of the mounting plate 113. Specifically, the air duct shell 114 can be located on the side of the mounting plate 113 facing away from the base station body 20.

[0098] Understandably, by integrating the cleaning component drying module 10 into the base station body 20, the structure of the cleaning base station 1 can be ensured to be compact and aesthetically pleasing. The fixed position of the mounting plate 113 allows the cleaning component drying module 10 to be tightly integrated with the base station body 20, enhancing the overall structural stability and facilitating maintenance and repair. Furthermore, the air duct housing 114, located outside the mounting plate 113, not only provides a smooth airflow path but also allows the air duct housing 114 to move relative to the mounting plate 113, facilitating the user or the cleaning base station 1 to open or close the diversion air duct 111, thereby optimizing the airflow path and simplifying the loading and unloading process of the cleaning component 2.

[0099] In one possible implementation, referring to FIG1, the installation space is provided with an air outlet 220. Optionally, the air outlet 220 may be located on the side of the installation space along a first direction and away from the airflow drive member 120. Optionally, the overall area of ​​the air inlet of the diversion duct 111 is larger than the area of ​​the air outlet 220.

[0100] Understandably, by setting a larger air inlet area, sufficient airflow is ensured to enter the diversion duct 111, reducing pressure loss during airflow entry. By setting a smaller air outlet area 220, a certain pressure difference is formed before the airflow is discharged, allowing the airflow to be more evenly distributed as it passes through the cleaning component 2 and extending its residence time within the accommodating space 112, ensuring that the cleaning component 2 is thoroughly dried.

[0101] Further, referring to Figure 10, this application provides a cleaning system 200, including a cleaning device 100 and the aforementioned cleaning base station 1. The cleaning device 100 has a detachable cleaning component 2. The cleaning base station 1 can replace, clean, and dry the cleaning component 2 for the cleaning device 100. The cleaning device 100 can be a robotic vacuum cleaner, a mop, a floor scrubber, etc. Optionally, a transport mechanism can also be provided inside the cleaning base station 1. After the cleaning device 100 completes its cleaning task and returns to the cleaning base station 1, the transport mechanism can remove the cleaning component 2 from the cleaning device 100 using a corresponding mechanical structure (such as clamps, suction cups, etc.). After removing the cleaning component 2, the transport mechanism can transfer it to a corresponding position within the cleaning base station 1. For example, the used cleaning component 2 can be transported to the washing tank for subsequent cleaning operations, or the cleaned but not yet dried cleaning component 2 can be moved to the receiving space 112 so that it can enter the drying process. When the cleaning component 2 has completed the cleaning and drying processes and is in a reusable state, the handling mechanism can install it back onto the cleaning equipment 100.

[0102] Understandably, the above design facilitates the full-process management of cleaning, replacement, and drying of cleaning components 2, simplifying the user's operation process. Through the cleaning component drying module 10 of the cleaning base station 1, multiple sets of cleaning components 2 can be dried in batches, effectively improving drying efficiency. Batch drying of multiple sets of cleaning components 2 also reduces the total number of drying cycles for the cleaning base station 1, thereby reducing the maintenance frequency and cost of the cleaning system 200.

[0103] The various embodiments or implementation methods described in this specification are presented in a progressive manner. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments, and the same or similar parts between the embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0104] It should be noted that the embodiments referred to in the specification, such as "one embodiment," "embodiment," "exemplary embodiment," and "some embodiments," may include specific features, structures, or characteristics, but not every embodiment necessarily includes that specific feature, structure, or characteristic. Furthermore, such phrases do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Moreover, when a specific feature, structure, or characteristic is described in connection with an embodiment, implementing such a feature, structure, or characteristic in conjunction with other embodiments, whether explicitly described or not, is within the knowledge scope of those skilled in the art.

[0105] Generally speaking, terms should be understood at least in part by their use in context. For example, at least in part by context, the term "one or more" as used in the text can be used to describe any feature, structure, or characteristic of the singular meaning, or a combination of features, structures, or characteristics of the plural meaning. Similarly, at least in part by context, terms such as "a" or "the" can also be understood to convey either singular or plural usage.

[0106] It should be readily understood that the terms “on,” “above,” and “on top of” in this disclosure should be interpreted in the broadest possible sense, such that “on” means not only “directly on something” but also “on something” with an intermediate feature or layer therebetween, and that “above” or “on top of” means not only “on top of something” but also “on top of something” without an intermediate feature or layer therebetween (i.e., directly on something).

[0107] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A cleaning component drying module (10) for cleaning a base station (1), wherein, include: The housing (110) has a split air duct (111) inside, and the housing (110) is provided with a plurality of accommodating spaces (112) communicating with the split air duct (111). The accommodating spaces (112) are used to place the cleaning parts (2) of the cleaning equipment (100). An airflow drive (120) is disposed in the housing (110), the airflow drive (120) has a fan duct (121), the fan duct (121) is connected to the diversion duct (111); A heating element (130) is provided on the upstream side of the accommodating space (112) along the airflow path. The heating element (130) is used to heat the flowing airflow to form a drying airflow for drying the cleaning element (2).

2. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to claim 1, wherein, The housing (110) includes: The mounting plate (113) includes a first surface (1131) and a second surface (1132) opposite each other along its own thickness direction. A portion of the structure of the first surface (1131) is recessed toward the second surface (1132) to form a groove (1133). The air duct shell (114) is rotatably disposed in the groove (1133), the diversion air duct (111) is formed inside the air duct shell (114), and the accommodating space (112) extends through one side surface of the air duct shell (114) along the thickness direction of the air duct shell (114) to communicate with the diversion air duct (111); The bottom wall of the groove (1133) is provided with a clearance opening (1133a) to avoid the accommodating space (112).

3. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to claim 2, wherein, The second surface (1132) of the mounting plate (113) is provided with a mounting groove (1132a), the mounting groove (1132a) and the groove (1133) are distributed along the first direction and separated by the side wall of the groove (1133); The airflow drive component (120) is disposed in the mounting groove (1132a); The groove (1133) has an air passage (1133b) on one side wall facing the mounting groove (1132a), and the air passage (1133b) connects the diversion duct (111) and the fan duct (121).

4. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to claim 2, wherein, The air duct shell (114) also includes: The substrate (1141) is adapted to the shape of the groove (1133); A partition plate (1142) is fixedly disposed on the side of the substrate (1141) facing the groove (1133). The partition plate (1142) and the substrate (1141) together define the diversion air duct (111). The partition plate (1142) has a plurality of hollow partition rings (1142a), and the partition rings (1142a) surround the accommodating space (112).

5. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to claim 4, wherein, Along the second direction, the width of the inlet of the diversion duct (111) is greater than the width of the outlet of the fan duct (121); The airflow drive component (120) further includes a diffuser nozzle (122), which is located at the outlet of the fan duct (121). The diffuser nozzle (122) defines a diffuser duct (1221), and the flow area of ​​the diffuser duct (1221) gradually increases along a first direction from the mounting groove (1132a) toward the recess (1133).

6. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to claim 5, wherein, The heating element (130) is disposed in at least one of the fan duct (121), the diversion duct (111), the diffusion duct (1221), and the accommodating space (112).

7. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to claim 5, wherein, The heating element (130) is fixed to at least one of the mounting plate (113), the air duct shell (114), the partition plate (1142), and the diffuser nozzle (122).

8. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The heating element (130) is at least located on the bottom wall of the accommodating space (112).

9. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The heating element (130) is at least one of a heating tube, a heating film, and a heating wire.

10. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The assembly gap between the peripheral wall of the cleaning component (2) and the inner wall of the accommodating space (112) is greater than or equal to 3 mm.

11. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The cleaning component (2) includes a cleaning cloth.

12. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 2-7, wherein, The duct housing (114) is movable relative to the mounting plate (113) to open or close the diversion duct (111).

13. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The housing has a vent, and the airflow drive (120) is disposed on the upstream side of the accommodating space (112) along the airflow path. The airflow drive (120) blows the airflow that enters the fan duct (121) from the vent through the split duct (111) to the accommodating space (112) for discharge.

14. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein, The housing has a vent, and the airflow drive (120) is disposed on the downstream side of the accommodating space (112) along the airflow path. The airflow drive (120) draws the airflow that enters the diversion duct (111) from the vent through the accommodating space (112) to the fan duct (121) for discharge.

15. The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein, A rotating support is provided on the bottom wall of the accommodating space (112). The rotating support is rotatable relative to the housing (110). When the cleaning component (2) is placed in the accommodating space (112) and dried, the rotating support is adapted to drive the cleaning component (2) to rotate.

16. A clean base station (1), wherein, include: The base station body (20) has a cleaning chamber (210) for cleaning the cleaning equipment (100) on one side along the circumference. The base station body (20) also has an installation space located around the cleaning chamber (210). The cleaning component drying module (10) according to any one of claims 1-15, wherein the mounting plate (113) of the cleaning component drying module (10) is fixedly disposed in the installation space, and the air duct shell (114) of the cleaning component drying module (10) is located on the side of the mounting plate (113) facing away from the base station body (20).

17. The clean base station (1) according to claim 16, wherein, The installation space has an air outlet (220), and the area of ​​the air inlet of the diversion duct (111) is larger than the area of ​​the air outlet (220).

18. A cleaning system (200), wherein, include: A cleaning device (100) having a removable cleaning component (2); The cleaning base station (1) of claim 17 is used to replace, clean and dry the cleaning components (2) for the cleaning equipment (100).

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