Base station and automated cleaning system

Abstract

Disclosed in the present application are a base station and an automated cleaning system. The base station comprises a carrier platform and a transfer assembly, wherein the carrier platform comprises at least two receiving cavities, each of which is configure to receive a cleaning member, and the carrier platform is movable, so as to adjust positions of the receiving cavities; and the transfer assembly is configured to be movably connected to the cleaning members so as to transfer the cleaning members between the receiving cavities and cleaning cavities. In the present application, the movement of the carrier platform can adjust the positions of the cleaning members in the receiving cavities, and the transfer assembly can transfer the cleaning members between the receiving cavities and the cleaning cavities, such that another set of cleaning members can be directly mounted in the automated cleaning device after removing the used cleaning members, so as to promptly initiate a cleaning task, thereby improving the cleaning efficiency; the replacement with different cleaning members can achieve targeted cleaning for different scenarios, thereby reducing secondary contamination; and the replacement with cleaning members made of different materials can achieve targeted cleaning for different scenarios, thereby significantly improving the cleaning effect.

Description

A base station and an automatic cleaning system Cross-references to related applications

[0001] This disclosure claims priority to China National Intellectual Property Administration application No. 202520210115.7 filed on February 10, 2025, entitled “A Base Station and an Automatic Cleaning System”, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0002] This disclosure relates to the field of automatic cleaning equipment technology, and more specifically to a base station and an automatic cleaning system. Background Technology

[0003] Among current automatic cleaning equipment, mopping robots and sweeper-mopping combos are widely popular due to their mopping function. After completing a certain cleaning task or a designated cleaning time, automatic cleaning equipment can stop at a base station to wash the mop cloth. However, cleaning can only continue after the cloth is washed, which takes a considerable amount of time, extending the overall cleaning time. Furthermore, using the same cloth for all scenarios prevents the automatic replacement of cloths for targeted cleaning in different areas. Especially after cleaning the kitchen, grease can easily remain on the cloth, and returning to the base station for washing may not completely remove the grease, potentially causing secondary contamination of the surface during subsequent cleaning tasks.

[0004] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this disclosure, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To overcome at least one of the aforementioned drawbacks, this disclosure provides a base station and an automatic cleaning system. The objective of this disclosure can be achieved by employing the following technical solution:

[0006] A first aspect of this disclosure provides a base station, the base station having a cleaning chamber, the base station comprising:

[0007] A stage, the stage including at least two receiving cavities for receiving cleaning components, the stage being movable to adjust the position of the receiving cavities;

[0008] A transport assembly is configured to be movably connected to the cleaning element for transporting the cleaning element between the receiving cavity and the cleaning cavity.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the movement path of the cleaning element includes a first operating position located within the receiving cavity and a second operating position located within the cleaning cavity, and the conveying assembly is used to drive the cleaning element to switch between the first operating position and the second operating position.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the stage is movable to adjust the position of the receiving cavity so that the cleaning element within the receiving cavity moves to the first operating position.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the first operating position is located above the second operating position, and the conveying assembly drives the cleaning element to move into the cleaning cavity through the bottom opening of the receiving cavity.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the conveying assembly includes a movable arm that is movable in a direction from the first operating position to the second operating position, and one end of the movable arm is movably connected to the cleaning element.

[0013] In one possible implementation, during the process of the conveying assembly moving the cleaning element from the first operating position to the second operating position, when the moving arm moves to the first position, it can connect with the cleaning element located at the first operating position, the moving arm moves the cleaning element downward, and when the moving arm moves to the second position, it can disengage from the cleaning element and place the cleaning element in the second operating position.

[0014] During the process of the conveying assembly moving the cleaning element from the second operating position to the first operating position, when the moving arm moves to the second position, it can connect with the cleaning element located at the second operating position. The moving arm moves the cleaning element upward. When the moving arm moves to the first position, it can disengage from the cleaning element and place the cleaning element at the first operating position.

[0015] In one possible implementation, the transport assembly further includes a mounting base disposed on the base station, the mounting base having a guide hole for the moving arm to pass through.

[0016] In one possible implementation, the base station further includes a first drive mechanism, the output end of which is poweredly connected to the mobile arm, and the first drive mechanism drives the cleaning element to move through the mobile arm.

[0017] In one possible implementation, the cleaning element and the movable arm are connected by at least one of a magnetic attraction structure, a threaded structure, a snap-fit ​​structure, and a tenon and mortise structure.

[0018] In one possible implementation, when the cleaning element and the moving arm are magnetically connected, magnetic elements and magnetic components are disposed opposite to each other on the cleaning element and the moving arm.

[0019] In one possible implementation, the top of the cleaning element is provided with a protrusion, and the magnetic or magnetic element is disposed on the protrusion.

[0020] In one possible implementation, a baffle is provided at the top of the receiving cavity to stop the cleaning element from moving upward within the receiving cavity.

[0021] In one possible implementation, the baffle is provided with a through hole through which the protrusion and the movable arm pass.

[0022] In one possible implementation, the base station further includes a support plate located at the bottom of the platform to support the cleaning element. The support plate has a channel so that the cleaning element in the first operating position can be moved out of the receiving cavity through the channel.

[0023] In one possible implementation, the interior of the receiving cavity is provided with an elastic annular recess, the inner diameter of which is smaller than the outer diameter of the cleaning element.

[0024] In one possible implementation, the platform and the base station are rotatably connected, and the platform is capable of rotating to replace the cleaning element located in the first operating position.

[0025] In one possible implementation, the platform and the base station are slidably connected, and the platform can slide to replace the cleaning element in the first operating position.

[0026] In one possible implementation, the base station further includes a second drive mechanism, the output end of which is poweredly connected to the platform, and the second drive mechanism drives the platform to move.

[0027] In one possible implementation, one of the cleaning chambers is used to accommodate one of the cleaning elements, and the number of the cleaning chambers is two, three, four, or other integers.

[0028] In one possible implementation, the cleaning elements may be made of the same material or different materials.

[0029] A second aspect of this disclosure provides an automatic cleaning system, including a base station as described in any of the first aspects, and an automatic cleaning device, wherein the base station provides maintenance for the automatic cleaning device. Attached Figure Description

[0030] The following are given by way of example and without limitation in the accompanying drawings:

[0031] Figure 1 shows a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the base station;

[0032] Figure 2 shows a partial structural diagram of the base station at the first angle;

[0033] Figure 3 shows a partial structural diagram of the base station from the second angle;

[0034] Figure 4 shows a partial structural diagram of the base station from the third angle;

[0035] Figure 5 shows a structural schematic diagram of the platform and transport assembly from the first angle;

[0036] Figure 6 shows a structural schematic diagram of the platform and transport assembly from a second angle;

[0037] Figure 7 shows a structural schematic diagram of the platform and transport assembly from a third angle;

[0038] Figure 8 shows a structural schematic diagram of the platform and transport assembly from a fourth angle;

[0039] Figure 9 shows a structural schematic diagram of the platform and transport assembly from the fifth angle;

[0040] Figure 10 shows a structural schematic diagram of the platform and transport assembly from the sixth angle;

[0041] Figure 11 shows a schematic diagram of the support plate;

[0042] Figure 12 shows a schematic diagram of an annular flange structure;

[0043] Figure 13 shows a schematic diagram of another type of annular flange.

[0044] In the diagram: 100, base station; 110, cleaning chamber; 120, support plate; 130, annular concave flange; 200, cleaning element; 210, protrusion; 1, stage; 2, handling assembly; 11, receiving cavity; 12, baffle; 13, through hole; 21, moving arm; 22, mounting base. Detailed Implementation

[0045] In the following detailed disclosure, these embodiments are fully described with reference to the accompanying drawings. In order to enable those skilled in the art to understand and clarify the technical solutions of this disclosure more clearly, the implementation methods described below are not limited thereto. The disclosure will be further described in detail below with reference to the embodiments and the accompanying drawings.

[0046] In this disclosure, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance; the term "multiple" refers to two or more unless otherwise expressly defined. The terms "install," "connect," "link," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connect" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; "link" can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0047] In the description of this disclosure, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or unit referred to must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this disclosure.

[0048] As shown in Figures 1-10, a first aspect of this disclosure provides a base station 100, which has a cleaning cavity 110. The base station 100 includes a platform 1 and a transport assembly 2. The platform 1 includes at least two receiving cavities 11 for receiving a cleaning element 200. The platform 1 is movable to adjust the position of the receiving cavities 11. The transport assembly 2 is movably connected to the cleaning element 200 for transporting the cleaning element 200 between the receiving cavities 11 and the cleaning cavity 110.

[0049] The base station 100 includes a platform 1 and a transport assembly 2. The platform 1 can be moved to adjust the position of the cleaning element 200 in the receiving cavity 11. The transport assembly 2 can transport the cleaning element 200 between the receiving cavity 11 and the cleaning cavity 110. The automatic cleaning equipment can unload the used cleaning element 200 and leave it in the base station 100 for cleaning. The automatic cleaning equipment can be equipped with another set of cleaning elements 200 and start to perform the cleaning task in advance. It can perform the cleaning task without waiting for the cleaning element 200 to finish cleaning, which greatly reduces the time required to wait for the cleaning element 200 to be cleaned, increases the frequency of cleaning element 200 replacement, greatly improves cleaning efficiency, and improves user satisfaction.

[0050] The base station 100 can be cleaned in a targeted manner for different scenarios by replacing the cleaning element 200, reducing the residual stains on the cleaning element 200, improving the cleanliness of the cleaning element 200, and reducing secondary pollution.

[0051] In practice, one set of cleaning elements 200 can be used to clean heavily soiled areas such as the kitchen, while another set of cleaning elements 200 can be used to clean other lightly soiled areas, avoiding secondary pollution caused by residual dirt on the cleaning elements 200. Furthermore, there is no need to wait for the cleaning elements 200 to finish cleaning before assembling another set of cleaning elements 200 to begin cleaning. The transport component 2 can move idle cleaning elements 200 into the cleaning chamber 110 for cleaning, providing longer cleaning time for cleaning elements 200 with more residual dirt and improving the cleanliness of the cleaning elements 200.

[0052] The base station 100 can also perform targeted cleaning for different scenarios by replacing the cleaning elements 200 with different materials, which greatly improves the cleaning effect.

[0053] In practice, cleaning elements 200 made of different materials can be used to clean different levels of dirt. For example, cleaning elements 200 made of different materials can be used in the kitchen and living room, which improves the cleaning effect for different scenarios.

[0054] In practice, different cleaning elements 200 of different materials can be used to clean different surfaces. For example, different cleaning elements 200 of different materials can be used for floors, tiles and carpets, which improves the cleaning effect for different scenarios.

[0055] The platform 1 and the transport component 2 of the base station 100 occupy little space. The platform 1 and the transport component 2 can achieve multiple functions such as lifting and moving by linkage. They can drive the cleaning element 200 to move longitudinally and laterally, simplifying the structure of the base station 100 and reducing costs.

[0056] In one possible implementation, as shown in Figures 1-4, the movement path of the cleaning element 200 includes a first operating position located in the receiving cavity 11 and a second operating position located in the cleaning cavity 110. The conveying assembly 2 is used to drive the cleaning element 200 to switch between the first operating position and the second operating position.

[0057] The base station 100 is provided with a cleaning chamber 110, which can accommodate the cleaning element 200 and clean the cleaning element 200 to remove dirt. The cleaning element 200 can be reused after cleaning.

[0058] The stage 1 can be moved to adjust the position of the receiving cavity 11, thereby moving the cleaning element 200 in the receiving cavity 11 to the first operating position.

[0059] The conveying component 2 can switch the cleaning element 200 between a first operating position and a second operating position, that is, to move the cleaning element 200 in the receiving cavity 11 to the cleaning cavity 110, or to move the cleaning element 200 in the cleaning cavity 110 to the receiving cavity 11.

[0060] The cleaning chamber 110 can be equipped with cleaning equipment, including a squeegee and a flushing device, to clean the cleaning element 200 within the cleaning chamber 110. This facilitates the replacement of the cleaning element 200 after the automatic cleaning equipment returns to the base station 100. Compared to the traditional method where the cleaning element 200 remains in the cleaning chamber 110 for cleaning after the automatic cleaning equipment returns to the base station 100, this application allows the removed cleaning element 200 to be removed from the cleaning chamber 110. A cleaning element 200 with a higher cleanliness level can be placed in the cleaning chamber 110, allowing the automatic cleaning equipment to be directly assembled and dispatched to perform cleaning tasks. After the automatic cleaning equipment departs, the unloaded cleaning element 200 is then moved back into the cleaning chamber 110 for cleaning, reducing the waiting time required for the automatic cleaning equipment.

[0061] The unused cleaning element 200 after cleaning can be moved to the first operating position. At this time, the cleaning element 200 is exposed to the external environment, which makes it easier for the cleaning element 200 to dry, reduces bacterial growth, and reduces the occurrence of odors from the cleaning element 200.

[0062] In one possible implementation, as shown in FIG4, the stage 1 is movable to adjust the position of the receiving cavity 11 so that the cleaning element 200 in the receiving cavity 11 is moved to a first operating position.

[0063] The platform 1 includes at least two receiving cavities 11. The platform 1 can move the receiving cavities 11 to a position so that the cleaning element 200 in a certain receiving cavity 11 can be moved to a first operating position, which is convenient for subsequent handling of the cleaning element 200 in the first operating position by the transport assembly 2.

[0064] In one possible implementation, the first operating position is located above the second operating position, and the conveying component 2 drives the cleaning element 200 to move through the bottom opening of the receiving cavity 11 to the cleaning cavity 110.

[0065] The first operating position is located outside the cleaning chamber 110. Setting the first operating position above the cleaning chamber 110 can reduce the space occupied. The conveying component 2 can drive the cleaning element 200 to switch between the first operating position and the second operating position by lifting and lowering.

[0066] As shown in Figure 6, the bottom of the receiving cavity 11 is open, which facilitates the transport assembly 2 to move the cleaning element 200 out of the receiving cavity 11 through the bottom opening of the receiving cavity 11, and then move it into the cleaning cavity 110 for cleaning or assembly.

[0067] In one possible implementation, as shown in Figures 5-10, the conveying assembly 2 includes a movable arm 21, which is movable in a direction from a first operating position to a second operating position, and one end of the movable arm 21 is movably connected to the cleaning element 200.

[0068] The movable arm 21 can move along the direction from the first operating position to the second operating position. When the first operating position is directly above the second operating position, the movable arm 21 moves vertically to drive the cleaning element 200 to move, so as to complete the switching of the cleaning element 200 between the first operating position and the second operating position, that is, the switching between the receiving cavity 11 and the cleaning cavity 110.

[0069] In the process of the conveying component 2 moving the cleaning element 200 from the first operating position to the second operating position, when the moving arm 21 moves to the first position, it can connect with the cleaning element 200 located in the first operating position. When the moving arm 21 moves the cleaning element 200 downward, when the moving arm 21 moves to the second position, it can disengage from the cleaning element 200 and place the cleaning element 200 in the second operating position.

[0070] In the process of the conveying component 2 moving the cleaning element 200 from the second operating position to the first operating position, when the moving arm 21 moves to the second position, it can connect with the cleaning element 200 located in the second operating position. The moving arm 21 moves the cleaning element 200 upward. When the moving arm 21 moves to the first position, it can disengage from the cleaning element 200 and place the cleaning element 200 in the first operating position.

[0071] In one possible implementation, the transport assembly 2 further includes a mounting base 22, which is disposed on the base station 100 and has a guide hole for the moving arm 21 to pass through.

[0072] The mounting base 22 can be installed inside the base station 100. The mobile arm 21 passes through the mounting base 22. The guide hole of the mounting base 22 restricts the movement direction of the mobile arm 21. The guide hole is set along the direction from the first operating position to the second operating position so that the mobile arm 21 can only move back and forth in a preset direction. When the first operating position is directly above the second operating position, the mobile arm 21 moves up and down along the guide hole.

[0073] In one possible implementation, the base station 100 further includes a first drive mechanism, the output end of which is poweredly connected to the mobile arm 21, and the first drive mechanism drives the cleaning element 200 to move through the mobile arm 21.

[0074] The base station 100 may be equipped with a first drive mechanism to drive the mobile arm 21 to lift and move the cleaning element 200. The first drive mechanism may include a motor or a motor and gear set, and can drive the mobile arm 21 to move back and forth in a preset direction.

[0075] In one possible implementation, the cleaning element 200 and the movable arm 21 are connected by at least one of a magnetic attraction structure, a threaded structure, a snap-fit ​​structure, and a tenon and mortise structure.

[0076] It is understood that the movable arm 21 and the cleaning element 200 are movably connected. After the movable arm 21 moves to contact the cleaning element 200, it can connect with the cleaning element 200, thereby driving the cleaning element 200 to move synchronously. The movable arm 21 can be selectively connected to or separated from the cleaning element 200 to achieve the purpose of assembly and disassembly.

[0077] In this embodiment, taking the threaded structure between the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21 as an example, the threaded connection between the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21 enables the moving arm 21 to maintain the connection relationship during the movement of the cleaning element 200. After the cleaning element 200 is placed in the cleaning cavity 110, it can be separated from the moving arm 21 by rotating it. Alternatively, a rotating mechanism can be provided in the cleaning cavity 110 to rotate the cleaning element 200 away from the moving arm 21, thereby removing the cleaning element 200 from the moving arm 21 and placing it in the cleaning cavity 110.

[0078] This embodiment takes the snap-fit ​​structure between the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21 as an example. By snapping the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21 together, the connection is maintained during the movement of the cleaning element 200 driven by the moving arm 21. After the cleaning element 200 is placed in the cleaning cavity 110, the position of the cleaning element 200 can be restricted so that the moving arm 21 moves away from the cleaning element 200. Alternatively, a snap-fit ​​device can be provided in the cleaning cavity 110 to snap-fit ​​the cleaning element 200 so that the cleaning element 200 is detached from the moving arm 21 and placed in the cleaning cavity 110.

[0079] When the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21 are magnetically attracted, magnetic elements and magnetic components are provided opposite to each other on the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21.

[0080] This embodiment takes a magnetic attraction structure between the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21 as an example. By providing magnetic and magnetic components opposite to each other on the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21, the connection is maintained during the movement of the cleaning element 200 by the moving arm 21. After the cleaning element 200 is placed in the cleaning cavity 110, the electromagnet can be disconnected to separate the cleaning element 200 from the moving arm 21. A magnetic component can be provided in the cleaning cavity 110 to overcome the attraction between the cleaning element 200 and the moving arm 21 and to attract the cleaning element 200 into the cleaning cavity 110. The magnetic component or magnetic component on the moving arm 21 can be moved away from the cleaning element 200 to increase the distance between the magnetic component and the magnetic component, so that the moving arm 21 can no longer attract the cleaning element 200 and moves synchronously. The cleaning element 200 can be detached from the moving arm 21 and placed in the cleaning cavity 110 by the above methods.

[0081] As shown in Figure 7, the top of the cleaning element 200 is provided with a protrusion 210, and a magnetic or magnetic component is disposed on the protrusion 210.

[0082] The non-cleaning surface of the cleaning element 200 may be provided with a protrusion 210, that is, the top of the cleaning element 200 is provided with a protrusion 210, which is used to connect with the moving arm 21.

[0083] Furthermore, the protrusion 210 can be provided with one of the following structures: magnetic structure, threaded structure, snap-fit ​​structure, and tenon and mortise structure, to facilitate connection with the movable arm 21 and reduce the thickness of the cleaning element 200 tray.

[0084] In one possible implementation, as shown in FIG6, a baffle 12 is provided at the top of the receiving cavity 11 to stop the cleaning element 200 moving upward within the receiving cavity 11.

[0085] It is understood that by setting a baffle 12 at the top of the receiving cavity 11, the cleaning element 200 is restricted within the cleaning cavity 110, so that after the cleaning element 200 reaches the first operating position, it cannot continue to rise with the moving arm 21. After the moving arm 21 continues to rise, it separates from the cleaning element 200, and the cleaning element 200 is removed from the moving arm 21 and placed in the receiving cavity 11.

[0086] As shown in Figure 6, the baffle 12 is provided with a through hole 13 for the protrusion 210 and the moving arm 21 to pass through. The moving arm 21 moves through the through hole 13. When the cleaning element 200 is placed in the cleaning cavity 110, the protrusion 210 is located in the through hole 13.

[0087] In one possible implementation, as shown in FIG11, the base station 100 further includes a support plate 120, which is located at the bottom of the platform 1 to support the cleaning element 200. The support plate 120 has a channel so that the cleaning element 200 in the first operating position can be moved out of the receiving cavity 11 through the channel.

[0088] A support plate 120 can be provided below the stage 1 to support the cleaning element 200 which is located outside the first operating position. The support plate 120 has a channel located below the first operating position so that the cleaning element 200 located in the first operating position can be moved out of the receiving cavity 11.

[0089] The cross-sectional dimensions of the channel are not less than those of the cleaning element 200, so that the moving arm 21 can move the cleaning element 200 out of the receiving cavity 11 through the channel.

[0090] The support plate 120 can be moved to adjust the position of the channel. When it is necessary to remove the cleaning element 200 from the receiving cavity 11, the channel can be aligned with the first operating position so that the moving arm 21 can drive the cleaning element 200 through the channel into or out of the receiving cavity 11. When it is not necessary to remove the cleaning element 200 from the receiving cavity 11, the position of the support plate 120 can be adjusted so that the channel is offset from the opening of the receiving cavity 11, and the support plate 120 provides support for the suspended cleaning element 200 located in the first operating position.

[0091] The cleaning element 200 can be located within the receiving cavity 11 by means of a support plate 120, or by means of other structures, such as at least one of a magnetic structure, a threaded structure, a snap-fit ​​structure, or a tenon and mortise structure.

[0092] As shown in Figures 12 and 13, in this embodiment, the cavity 11 is provided with an elastic annular concave flange 130. The inner diameter of the annular concave flange 130 is slightly smaller than the outer diameter of the cleaning element 200. When the cleaning element 200 is located in the cavity 11, the annular concave flange 130 is located below the cleaning element 200 to form a support. The cleaning element 200 can be moved by the moving arm 21 to squeeze the annular concave flange 130 to deform and achieve the function of entering or leaving the cavity 11.

[0093] The annular concave flange 130 can be an annular elastic sheet as shown in Figure 12. When the cleaning element 200 enters or leaves the receiving cavity 11, it can squeeze the annular elastic sheet. The annular elastic sheet can also support the cleaning element 200 located in the first operating position. The annular concave flange 130 can be formed by splicing multiple arc-shaped elastic sheets, which can reduce the obstruction to the cleaning element 200 entering and leaving the receiving cavity 11 while ensuring support.

[0094] The annular concave edge 130 can be an annular elastic hair bundle as shown in Figure 13. When the cleaning element 200 enters or leaves the receiving cavity 11, it can squeeze the elastic hair bundle. The elastic hair bundle can also support the cleaning element 200 located in the first operating position. The annular concave edge 130 can be formed by multiple elastic hair bundles surrounding a ring, which can reduce the obstruction to the cleaning element 200 entering and leaving the receiving cavity 11 while ensuring support.

[0095] In one possible implementation, as shown in FIG4, the platform 1 and the base station 100 are rotatably connected, and the platform 1 can rotate to replace the cleaning element 200 in the first operating position.

[0096] It is understood that the stage 1 can be circular, and several accommodating cavities 11 are arranged circumferentially on the stage 1. The stage 1 and the base station 100 can be rotatably connected by a rotating shaft or bearing. By rotating the stage 1, the position of the accommodating cavity 11 can be adjusted, thereby replacing the cleaning element 200 in the first operating position.

[0097] In one possible implementation, the platform 1 and the base station 100 are slidably connected, and the platform 1 can slide to replace the cleaning element 200 in the first operating position.

[0098] It is understood that the platform 1 can adjust the position of the receiving cavity 11 by sliding. Several receiving cavities 11 are distributed in a straight line on the platform 1. The platform 1 and the base station 100 can be connected by sliding rails. The position of the receiving cavity 11 can be adjusted by moving the platform 1 in a straight line, thereby replacing the cleaning element 200 in the first operating position.

[0099] In one possible implementation, the base station 100 further includes a second driving mechanism, the output end of which is poweredly connected to the platform 1, and the second driving mechanism drives the platform 1 to move.

[0100] The base station 100 may be equipped with a second drive mechanism to drive the platform 1 to move and move the cleaning element 200. The second drive mechanism may include a motor or a structure of a motor and gear set / belt, which can drive the platform 1 to move back and forth in a preset direction, i.e., rotate or slide back and forth.

[0101] In one possible implementation, as shown in Figures 1-10, a cleaning cavity 110 is used to accommodate a cleaning element 200, and the number of cleaning cavities 110 is two, three, four, or other integers.

[0102] Wherein, when the number, size and position of the cleaning chambers 110 on the platform 1 are adapted to the cleaning elements 200 assembled on the automatic cleaning equipment, the number of cleaning chambers 110 is at least twice or more than the number of cleaning elements 200 assembled on the automatic cleaning equipment.

[0103] When a cleaning element 200 is installed on the automatic cleaning equipment, the stage 1 is provided with at least two cleaning chambers 110. The number of cleaning chambers 110 can also be three, four or other integers.

[0104] When two cleaning elements 200 are installed on the automatic cleaning equipment, the stage 1 is provided with at least four cleaning chambers 110. The number of cleaning chambers 110 can be four, six or other even numbers.

[0105] When the automatic cleaning equipment is equipped with three cleaning elements 200, the stage 1 is provided with at least six cleaning chambers 110. The number of cleaning chambers 110 can be six, twelve, or other multiples of three.

[0106] The cleaning elements 200 can be made of the same material. By setting cloths of the same material on several cleaning units, the frequency of cloth replacement can be increased, the amount of dirt remaining in the cloth can be reduced, the cleanliness of the cleaning elements 200 can be improved, and the cleaning efficiency and cleaning effect can be improved.

[0107] The cleaning element 200 can be made of different materials, which can increase the variety of cleaning cloths. The cleaning cloth can be changed according to different scenarios, such as the kitchen, the storeroom and other different scenarios. It can also be changed to a more suitable cleaning cloth according to different materials of the surface to be cleaned, such as the floor, tile and carpet. It can meet the needs of different scenarios and different materials of the surface to be cleaned, and greatly improve the cleaning effect.

[0108] A second aspect of this disclosure provides an automatic cleaning system, including a base station 100 of any of the first aspects, and an automatic cleaning device, wherein the base station 100 provides maintenance for the automatic cleaning device.

[0109] The cleaning chamber 110 may also be provided with at least one of the following structures: magnetic structure, threaded structure, snap-fit ​​structure, and tenon and mortise structure, so as to remove the cleaning element 200 from the lifting assembly and place the cleaning element 200 in the cleaning chamber 110, which facilitates the subsequent cleaning of the cleaning element 200 and the automatic cleaning equipment to go to the cleaning chamber 110 to replace the cleaning element 200.

[0110] Automatic cleaning equipment can be self-moving cleaning robots or other types of cleaning robots that meet the requirements. Self-moving cleaning robots are devices that automatically perform cleaning operations in a designated area without user intervention. Specifically, cleaning equipment can include sweeping robots, sweeping and mopping robots, etc.

[0111] During the cleaning process, the cleaning element 200 is positioned below the automatic cleaning equipment, enabling the cleaning of dirt on the surface to be cleaned.

[0112] The beneficial technical effects of this disclosure are as follows: According to this disclosure, the base station and automatic cleaning system include a platform and a transport component. The position of the cleaning element in the receiving cavity is adjusted by moving the platform. The transport component can transport the cleaning element between the receiving cavity and the cleaning cavity. The automatic cleaning device can unload the used cleaning element and leave it at the base station for cleaning. The automatic cleaning device can be equipped with another set of cleaning elements and start cleaning tasks in advance, which greatly reduces the time required to wait for cleaning the cleaning elements, increases the frequency of cleaning element replacement, and greatly improves cleaning efficiency. At the same time, different scenarios can be cleaned by replacing the cleaning elements, reducing the residual stains on the cleaning elements, improving the cleanliness of the cleaning elements, and reducing secondary pollution. Furthermore, different cleaning elements made of different materials can be used for targeted cleaning in different scenarios, which greatly improves the cleaning effect.

[0113] In the description of this specification, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "specific embodiment," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this disclosure. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0114] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this disclosure and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Various modifications and variations can be made to this disclosure by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this disclosure should be included within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0115] In view of the detailed description above, these and other changes can be made to these embodiments, and this written description includes embodiments of the best mode disclosed herein. The patent scope of this disclosure is defined by the claims, which are not limited by the content of this disclosure, and the protection scope of this disclosure is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope disclosed herein, based on the technical solutions and concepts of this disclosure, shall fall within the protection scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A base station, wherein the base station is provided with a cleaning chamber (110), the base station comprising: A stage (1) comprising at least two receiving cavities (11) for receiving cleaning elements (200), the stage (1) being movable to adjust the position of the receiving cavities (11); A transport assembly (2) is configured to be movably connected to the cleaning element (200) for transporting the cleaning element (200) between the receiving cavity (11) and the cleaning cavity (110).

2. The base station according to claim 1, wherein, The movement path of the cleaning element (200) includes a first operating position located in the receiving cavity (11) and a second operating position located in the cleaning cavity (110), and the conveying assembly (2) is used to drive the cleaning element (200) to switch between the first operating position and the second operating position.

3. The base station according to claim 2, wherein, The stage (1) is movable to adjust the position of the receiving cavity (11) so that the cleaning element (200) in the receiving cavity (11) is moved to the first operating position.

4. The base station according to claim 2 or 3, wherein, The first operating position is located above the second operating position, and the conveying assembly (2) drives the cleaning element (200) to move through the bottom opening of the receiving cavity (11) to the cleaning cavity (110).

5. The base station according to claim 4, wherein, The transport component (2) includes: A movable arm (21) is movable in a direction from the first operating position to the second operating position, and one end of the movable arm (21) is movably connected to the cleaning element (200).

6. The base station according to claim 5, wherein, During the process of the conveying assembly (2) moving the cleaning element (200) from the first operating position to the second operating position, when the moving arm (21) moves to the first position, it can connect with the cleaning element (200) located at the first operating position. When the moving arm (21) moves the cleaning element (200) downward, when the moving arm (21) moves to the second position, it can disengage from the cleaning element (200) and place the cleaning element (200) in the second operating position. During the process of the conveying assembly (2) moving the cleaning element (200) from the second operating position to the first operating position, when the moving arm (21) moves to the second position, it can connect with the cleaning element (200) located in the second operating position. When the moving arm (21) moves the cleaning element (200) upward, when the moving arm (21) moves to the first position, it can disengage from the cleaning element (200) and place the cleaning element (200) in the first operating position.

7. The base station according to claim 5, wherein, The transport assembly (2) also includes: Mounting base (22) is provided on the base station, and the mounting base (22) has a guide hole for the moving arm (21) to pass through.

8. The base station according to any one of claims 5-7, wherein, The base station also includes: A first drive mechanism is connected to the power of the moving arm (21) at its output end. The first drive mechanism drives the cleaning element (200) to move through the moving arm (21).

9. The base station according to claim 5, wherein, The cleaning element (200) and the movable arm (21) are connected by at least one of the following structures: magnetic attraction, threaded structure, snap-fit ​​structure, and tenon and mortise structure.

10. The base station according to claim 9, wherein, When the cleaning element (200) and the moving arm (21) are magnetically attracted, magnetic elements and magnetic components are provided opposite to each other on the cleaning element (200) and the moving arm (21).

11. The base station according to claim 10, wherein, The cleaning element (200) has a protrusion (210) on its top, and the magnetic or magnetic element is disposed on the protrusion (210).

12. The base station according to claim 11, wherein, The top of the receiving cavity (11) is provided with a baffle (12) to stop the cleaning element (200) moving upward within the receiving cavity (11).

13. The base station according to claim 12, wherein, The baffle (12) is provided with a through hole (13) through which the protrusion (210) and the movable arm (21) pass.

14. The base station according to claim 4, wherein, The base station also includes: A support plate (120) is located at the bottom of the stage (1) to support the cleaning element (200). The support plate (120) has a channel so that the cleaning element (200) in the first operating position can be moved out of the receiving cavity (11) through the channel.

15. The base station according to claim 13, wherein, The cavity (11) is provided with an elastic annular recess (130) inside, the inner diameter of which is smaller than the outer diameter of the cleaning element (200).

16. The base station according to claim 2, wherein, The platform (1) is rotatably connected to the base station, and the platform (1) is rotatably replaceable cleaning element (200) located in the first operating position.

17. The base station according to claim 2, wherein, The platform (1) is slidably connected to the base station, and the platform (1) can slide to replace the cleaning element (200) in the first operating position.

18. The base station according to claim 16 or 17, wherein, The base station also includes: The second drive mechanism is connected to the power of the platform (1) at its output end, and drives the platform (1) to move.

19. The base station according to claim 1, wherein, One of the cleaning chambers (110) is used to accommodate one of the cleaning elements (200), and the number of the cleaning chambers (110) is two, three, four or other integers.

20. The base station according to claim 19, wherein, The cleaning elements (200) are made of the same material; or, The cleaning element (200) is made of a different material.

21. An automatic cleaning system comprising a base station as described in any one of claims 1-20, and an automatic cleaning device, wherein the base station provides maintenance for the automatic cleaning device.

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