Washing machine, sustained-release agent prompting method, sustained-release agent prompting apparatus, and storage medium
Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/CN2025/118007
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2025-03-27
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-29
- Publication Date
- 2026-10-01
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Abstract
Description
Washing machine, slow-release agent reminder method, slow-release agent reminder device and storage medium
[0001] This application claims priority to Chinese patent applications filed on March 27, 2025, with application numbers 202510384466.4 and 202520571578.6, the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field
[0002] This application relates to the field of washing machine technology, specifically to a washing machine, a method for indicating slow-release agents, a device for indicating slow-release agents, and a storage medium. Background Technology
[0003] Washing machines are essential and frequently used household appliances. They use tap water and detergent to wash clothes; however, stains and bacteria on clothes, as well as microorganisms in tap water, can have adverse effects on health. Therefore, descaling agents and / or disinfectants are needed in the washing machine to achieve these purposes. However, in current technology, descaling agents and / or disinfectants are not easily replaceable by users. Technical issues
[0004] This application provides a washing machine designed to solve the technical problem that descaling agents and / or disinfectants in the prior art are inconvenient for users to replace. Technical solutions
[0005] On the one hand, this application proposes a washing machine, comprising:
[0006] Box,
[0007] The cylindrical assembly, located inside the box, has a washing chamber;
[0008] A door, movably connected to the housing, for opening or closing the washing chamber; the door has a protrusion, which is located inside the washing chamber when the door is closed and outside the housing when the door is open; and
[0009] A slow-release module is provided with a slow-release agent, which is used for sterilization and / or scale inhibition; the slow-release module is detachably connected to the protrusion.
[0010] Optionally, the washing machine further includes a main water inlet pipe and a secondary water inlet pipe disposed inside the casing;
[0011] The main water inlet pipe has a first water outlet.
[0012] The secondary inlet pipe has a second outlet.
[0013] Both the first water outlet and the second water outlet are connected to the washing chamber;
[0014] The first water outlet is configured such that the water flowing out of the first water outlet does not pass through the slow-release module; the second water outlet is configured such that the water flowing out of the second water outlet passes through the slow-release module.
[0015] Optionally, the second water outlet is configured such that the water flowing out from the second water outlet flows to the protrusion and then passes through the slow-release module.
[0016] Optionally, the door body includes a door panel and a protrusion connected to the door panel; the protrusion includes an inclined section extending downward from the door panel and a water-contacting section extending downward from the inclined section, and the slow-release module is detachably disposed on the water-contacting section; the second water outlet is disposed opposite to the inclined section and located above the inclined section.
[0017] Optionally, the drum assembly further includes a door seal; when the washing chamber is closed, the door panel is sealed to the door seal, and a gap is formed between the inclined section and the upper half of the door seal; the second water outlet is connected to the upper half of the door seal.
[0018] Optionally, the cylinder assembly includes an outer cylinder; the first water outlet is disposed on the outer cylinder.
[0019] Optionally, the first water outlet is located on the outer cylinder away from the door body.
[0020] Optionally, the protrusion is formed with a receiving groove, and a first snap-fit portion is formed on the groove wall; the slow-release module is provided with a second snap-fit portion adapted to the first snap-fit portion; the first snap-fit portion is one of a buckle and a slot, and the second snap-fit portion is the other of a buckle and a slot;
[0021] The slow-release module is placed in the receiving groove after the first snap-fit part engages with the snap-fit part.
[0022] Optionally, the sustained-release module includes a housing; the housing contains a sustained-release agent; and the housing has channels for releasing the sustained-release agent.
[0023] Optionally, the washing machine further includes a turbidity sensor, which is disposed within the washing chamber and / or the drain assembly of the washing machine.
[0024] Secondly, this application also proposes a method for alerting users to a slow-release agent, applied to the washing machine described above; the method includes:
[0025] In response to a first preset command, the main water inlet pipe is controlled to receive water, and the first real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber is obtained.
[0026] Drain the water from the washing chamber;
[0027] Control the water inlet pipe to receive water, and obtain the second real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0028] If the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet the preset conditions, a prompt message is generated; the prompt message is used to remind the user to replace the sustained-release module.
[0029] Optionally, the sustained-release agent prompting method includes:
[0030] In response to a second preset command, the main water inlet pipe is controlled to receive water, and the first initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber is obtained.
[0031] Drain the water from the washing chamber;
[0032] Control the water inlet pipe to receive water, and obtain the second initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0033] The initial turbidity difference is determined based on the first initial turbidity and the second initial turbidity;
[0034] If the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions, the generated prompt information includes:
[0035] The real-time turbidity difference is determined based on the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity;
[0036] If the change ratio of the real-time turbidity difference to the initial turbidity difference reaches a preset ratio, a prompt message will be generated.
[0037] Optionally, the auxiliary water inlet pipe is connected to the detergent dispensing assembly; the slow-release agent indication method further includes:
[0038] When controlling the secondary water inlet pipe to receive water, the secondary water inlet pipe and the detergent dispensing component are controlled to be in a cut-off state.
[0039] Thirdly, this application also proposes a slow-release agent reminder device for use in the washing machine as described above, comprising:
[0040] The control module, in response to a first preset command, controls the main water inlet pipe to receive water;
[0041] The acquisition module acquires the first real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0042] The discharge module is used to discharge the water in the washing chamber;
[0043] The control module is further configured to control the water inlet pipe to enter the water, and the acquisition module to acquire the second real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber.
[0044] The generation module is used to generate a prompt message if the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions; the prompt message is used to prompt the user to replace the sustained-release module.
[0045] Fourthly, this application also proposes a computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, the computer program being loaded by a processor to perform the steps in the sustained-release agent prompting method as described above.
[0046] Beneficial effects of this application
[0047] In the technical solution of this application embodiment, a slow-release module containing a slow-release agent with bactericidal and / or scale-inhibiting effects is detachably disposed on a protruding part of the door. When the washing chamber of the drum assembly is closed, the protruding part is located inside the washing chamber. When there is washing water in the washing chamber, the slow-release agent is released into the washing chamber to perform bactericidal and / or scale-inhibiting effects. When the washing chamber of the drum assembly is open, the protruding part is located outside the cabinet. Since the slow-release agent is detachably disposed on the protruding part, it is convenient for the user to replace the slow-release module. The washing machine provided in this application embodiment facilitates the user to replace the slow-release module and slowly releases the slow-release agent into the washing chamber. Attached Figure Description
[0048] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the washing machine provided in an embodiment of this application (door not shown);
[0049] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the washing machine provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0050] Figure 3 is a structural schematic diagram of the door body, door seal, and auxiliary water inlet pipe provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0051] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the door and the auxiliary water inlet pipe provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0052] Figure 5 is a structural schematic diagram of the door provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0053] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the sustained-release module provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0054] Figure 7 is a flowchart illustrating a sustained-release agent notification method provided in an embodiment of this application.
[0055] Figure 8 is another flowchart illustrating the sustained-release agent notification method provided in the embodiments of this application.
[0056] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1000, washing machine; 100, door; 101, receiving slot; 102, first snap-fit part; 110, protrusion; 111, inclined section; 112, water-contact section; 120, door panel; 200, drum assembly; 210, door seal; 220, outer drum; 300, main water inlet pipe; 400, auxiliary water inlet pipe; 500, slow-release module; 510, box body; 520, channel; 530, second snap-fit part; 600, drainage assembly; 700, detergent dispensing assembly; 800, cabinet body; S, washing chamber. Embodiments of the present invention
[0057] In the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.
[0058] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature being directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.
[0059] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used only for distinction in description and have no special meaning.
[0060] Referring to Figures 1, 2, and 3, this application embodiment provides a washing machine 1000, including:
[0061] Box 800,
[0062] The cylindrical assembly 200 is disposed within the housing 800 and has a washing chamber S;
[0063] A door 100 is movably connected to the housing 800 for opening or closing the washing chamber S; the door 100 has a protrusion 110, which is located inside the washing chamber S when the door 100 is closed, and outside the housing 800 when the door 100 is open; and
[0064] The slow-release module 500 contains a slow-release agent for sterilization and / or scale inhibition; the slow-release module 500 is detachably connected to the protrusion 110.
[0065] In the technical solution of this application embodiment, a slow-release module 500 containing a slow-release agent with bactericidal and / or scale-inhibiting effects is detachably disposed on the protrusion 110 of the door 100. When the door 100 closes the washing chamber S of the drum assembly 200, the protrusion 110 is located inside the washing chamber S. When there is washing water in the washing chamber S, the slow-release agent is released into the washing chamber S to perform bactericidal and / or scale-inhibiting effects. When the washing chamber S of the drum assembly 200 is opened, the protrusion 110 is located outside the cabinet 800. Since the slow-release agent is detachably disposed on the protrusion 110, it is convenient for the user to replace the slow-release module 500. The washing machine 1000 provided in this application embodiment facilitates the user to replace the slow-release module 500 and slowly releases the slow-release agent into the washing chamber S.
[0066] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, as shown in FIG2, the washing machine 1000 further includes a main water inlet pipe 300 and a secondary water inlet pipe 400 disposed within the housing 800. The main water inlet pipe 300 has a first water outlet, and the secondary water inlet pipe 400 has a second water outlet, both of which are connected to the washing chamber S. In this embodiment, both the main water inlet pipe 300 and the secondary water inlet pipe 400 can be connected to a water source to deliver washing water into the washing chamber S. The first water outlet is configured such that the water flowing from the first water outlet does not pass through the slow-release module 500; the second water outlet is configured such that the water flowing from the second water outlet passes through the slow-release module 500.
[0067] The issue of when to replace the slow-release module 500 involves the question of under what circumstances it should be replaced. To address this, the technical solution of this application uses two different water inlet methods to assist the user in determining whether the slow-release module 500 needs replacement. When the user needs to determine whether the slow-release module 500 needs replacement, water enters through the main water inlet pipe 300. Since this water flow does not pass through the slow-release module 500, the clean water in the washing chamber S has a first degree of turbidity. However, when water enters through the second auxiliary water inlet pipe 400, since this water flow passes through the slow-release module 500, the clean water in the washing chamber S has been treated with the slow-release agent and thus has a second degree of turbidity. The washing machine 1000 can then display both the first and second degrees of turbidity, providing the user with a reference for replacing the slow-release module 500.
[0068] For example, in some embodiments, after the controller of the washing machine 1000 receives the first turbidity and the second turbidity, it compares them and the washing machine 1000 displays the comparison result, which provides a reference for the user to replace the slow-release module 500.
[0069] In practical application, after receiving the preset command input by the user, the main water inlet pipe 300 first introduces water (below the set height of the slow release module 500), at which point the clean water in the washing chamber S has the first turbidity; then the water in the washing chamber S is discharged; subsequently, the auxiliary water inlet pipe 400 introduces water again, at which point the water flows through the slow release module 500, and the clean water is sterilized and / or scale-inhibiting by the slow release agent, at which point the water in the washing chamber S has the second turbidity.
[0070] In practical applications, the main water inlet pipe 300 can serve as the water inlet channel for the normal wash cycle of the washing machine 1000; the auxiliary water inlet pipe 400 can serve as the water inlet channel for the special wash cycle of the washing machine 1000, connecting to the detergent dispensing component 700 of the washing machine 1000. When determining whether the slow-release module 500 needs to be replaced, the dispensing pump of the detergent dispensing component 700 is turned off when water enters the auxiliary water inlet pipe 400, that is, no detergent is dispensed into the auxiliary water inlet pipe 400 at this time to avoid affecting the determination result.
[0071] In the above embodiments, the first water outlet and the second water outlet are the ends of the main water inlet pipe 300 and the auxiliary water inlet pipe 400, respectively, and water flows out of the main water inlet pipe 300 and the auxiliary water inlet pipe 400 from the first water outlet and the second water outlet, respectively. For example, in some embodiments, the first water outlet is constructed as a water outlet head connected to the water inlet interface of the outer cylinder 220; the second water outlet is constructed as a water outlet head connected to the water inlet interface of the door seal 210.
[0072] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, the second water outlet is configured such that the water flowing from the second water outlet flows onto the protrusion 110 and then passes through the slow-release module 500. That is, the water from the second water outlet does not directly act on the slow-release module 500, but instead first flows onto the protrusion 110, passes through the protrusion 110, and then passes through the slow-release module 500, reducing the direct impact of the water flow on the slow-release module 500. For example, the second water outlet is configured to face the protrusion 110, and after the water flows out of the secondary water inlet pipe 400, it flows onto the protrusion 110, and the water flows on the surface of the protrusion 110 to the slow-release module 500.
[0073] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, as shown in FIG3, the door body 100 includes a door panel 120 and a protrusion 110 connected to the door panel 120. In the embodiment, the door panel 120 and the protrusion 110 are fixedly connected, and the connection structure between the two adopts an existing connection method, which will not be described in detail here. In the embodiment, the protrusion 110 is transparent, such as door glass. As shown in FIG4, the protrusion 110 includes an inclined section 111 extending downward from the door panel 120 and a water-contacting section 112 extending downward from the inclined section 111. The slow-release module 500 is detachably disposed on the water-contacting section 112; the second water outlet is disposed opposite to the inclined section 111 and located above the inclined section 111. In the embodiment, the water-contacting section 112 is typically formed by extending vertically downward or is set at a slight acute angle to the vertical direction; when the door 100 closes the washing chamber S, the water-contacting section 112 is located inside the washing chamber S, and when the washing chamber S is filled with washing water, the slow-release module 500 can be immersed in the washing water to release the slow-release agent.
[0074] When water enters through the auxiliary water inlet pipe, the water flowing out from the second water outlet flows to the inclined section 111 under the action of gravity and water pressure. Under the guidance of the inclined section 111, the water flows into the water contact section 112. The water flows on the surface of the water contact section 112 to the slow release module 500, thereby enabling the water flow through the auxiliary water inlet pipe to carry the slow release agent into the washing chamber S.
[0075] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, as shown in Figures 1 and 3, the drum assembly 200 further includes a door seal 210. The door seal 210 is a common structure in washing machines 1000, used to seal the drum assembly 200 and the door 100. When the washing chamber S is closed, the door panel 120 is sealed to the door seal 210. A gap is formed between the inclined section 111 and the upper half of the door seal 210 to prevent pressure buildup. The second water outlet is connected to the upper half of the door seal 210. The upper half of the door seal 210 has a water inlet interface for connecting the second water outlet, and the second water outlet is sealed to the water inlet interface. For example, the upper half of the door seal 210 may have a hole, allowing the second water outlet to be inserted into the hole and sealed; or, for example, the upper half of the door seal 210 may have a pipe connector, with the second water outlet fitted onto the pipe connector and fixed by clamps or adhesive.
[0076] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, as shown in FIG2, the cylindrical assembly 200 includes an outer cylinder 220; the first water outlet is disposed on the outer cylinder 220. In an embodiment, for example, the outer cylinder 220 may have a hole, into which the first water outlet can be inserted and sealed; or, for example, the outer cylinder 220 may have a pipe joint, and the first water outlet may be fitted onto the pipe joint and fixed by clamps or adhesive. The connection structure between the outer cylinder 220 and the first water outlet may also employ existing technology.
[0077] It should be noted that the drum assembly 200 also includes an inner drum, which is disposed inside the outer drum 220, and the inner drum has a through hole connecting the washing chamber S of the inner drum and the radial gap between the two. The water flow from the first water outlet enters the washing chamber S through the radial gap and the channel 520. The structure of the drum assembly 200 can adopt the structure of the prior art.
[0078] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, the first water outlet is located on the outer cylinder 220 away from the door body 100. In this embodiment, the first water outlet is positioned away from the outer cylinder 220 so that its water flow does not interact with the slow-release module 500. For example, the first water outlet is located at the rear of the outer cylinder 220.
[0079] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, as shown in FIG5, the protrusion 110 forms a receiving groove 101, and a first engaging portion 102 is formed on the groove wall of the receiving groove 101; as shown in FIG6, the slow-release module 500 is provided with a second engaging portion 530 adapted to the first engaging portion 102; the slow-release module 500 is placed in the receiving groove 101 after the first engaging portion 102 engages with the engaging portion. In the embodiment, the first engaging portion 102 is one of a buckle and a slot, and the second engaging portion 530 is the other of a buckle and a slot. When installing the slow-release module 500, the user applies a pushing force to the slow-release module 500 into the receiving groove 101, the buckle and the slot engage, and the slow-release module 500 is snapped into the receiving groove 101. When replacing the slow-release module 500, the user applies a pulling force away from the receiving groove 101 to the slow-release module 500, releasing the engagement relationship between the buckle and the slot, and pulling out the slow-release module 500.
[0080] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, as shown in FIG6, the sustained-release module 500 includes a housing 510; the housing 510 contains a sustained-release agent; and a channel 520 is formed on the housing 510 for releasing the sustained-release agent. In an embodiment, the housing 510 has an internal receiving space containing the sustained-release agent; the sustained-release agent is confined within the receiving space by the housing 510; when the sustained-release module 500 comes into contact with water, water enters the receiving space through the channel 520, thereby releasing the sustained-release agent into the water. In an embodiment, the size of the sustained-release agent is larger than the size of the channel 520 to prevent leakage of the sustained-release agent.
[0081] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, the washing machine 1000 further includes a turbidity sensor (not shown), which is disposed within the washing chamber S and / or the drain assembly 600 of the washing machine 1000. In this embodiment, the turbidity sensor is used to measure the turbidity of the washing water in the washing chamber S or entering the drain assembly 600 after passing through the washing chamber S. For example, the installation of the turbidity sensor adopts existing technology, which will not be described in detail here.
[0082] When the user instructs the washing machine 1000 to determine whether the slow-release module 500 needs replacement, water enters through the main inlet pipe 300. At this time, the turbidity sensor measures the first turbidity. Subsequently, the drain assembly 600 drains water, and then water enters through the auxiliary inlet pipe 400. At this time, the turbidity sensor measures the second turbidity. The washing machine 1000's display panel displays the first and second turbidities, or displays a comparison result of the first and second turbidities, or sends the first and second turbidities to the user's client terminal, or sends a comparison result of the first and second turbidities to the client terminal, to provide the user with the measurement or comparison results, so that the user can determine whether the slow-release module 500 needs to be replaced.
[0083] In some embodiments, the control component of the washing machine 1000 is connected to the turbidity sensor; the control component is configured to receive the first turbidity and the second turbidity measured by the turbidity sensor; the control component is connected to the display panel or user terminal of the washing machine 1000, and is configured to generate a measurement result or comparison result based on the first turbidity and the second turbidity, and to prompt the user with the measurement result or comparison result so that the user can determine whether the slow-release module 500 needs to be replaced.
[0084] Based on the washing machine described in the above embodiments, this application also proposes a method for indicating the use of a slow-release agent. This method is applied in the washing machine. As shown in Figure 7, the method includes:
[0085] S201, in response to the first preset command, control the main water inlet pipe to enter water, and obtain the first real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0086] S202, drain the water from the washing chamber;
[0087] S203, control the water inlet pipe to enter the water, and obtain the second real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0088] S300, if the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet the preset conditions, a prompt message is generated; the prompt message is used to prompt the user to replace the sustained-release module.
[0089] In the technical solution of this application embodiment, when a first preset instruction is received, the main water inlet pipe is controlled to start water intake, and the first real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber is obtained; then the water in the washing chamber is discharged; then the auxiliary water inlet pipe is controlled to start water intake, and the second real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber is obtained; by determining whether the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions; if they meet, a prompt message is generated to prompt the user to replace the slow-release module.
[0090] It's easy to understand that when water enters through the secondary inlet pipe, the water flows through the slow-release module, where the corrosion inhibitor and water react, causing a change in turbidity. However, when water enters through the main inlet pipe, the water does not pass through the slow-release module. Therefore, the real-time turbidity values obtained in both cases are the same when the slow-release agent in the module is completely used up. For this reason, the preset condition can be set so that the first real-time turbidity equals the second real-time turbidity. Furthermore, in some cases, the preset condition can also be configured as follows: by setting a turbidity preset value, when the absolute value of the difference between the first and second real-time turbidities is lower than this preset value, it indicates that the second real-time turbidity is close to the first real-time turbidity, and the slow-release agent in the module is about to run out. At this time, a prompt message is generated, reminding the user to replace the slow-release module.
[0091] In the above embodiments, the first preset command can be issued by the user to the washing machine; for example, the user can input a command to the washing machine by operating a button on the washing machine or by voice, such as "I need to check if the slow-release module needs to be replaced". In other embodiments, the washing machine can also automatically generate the first preset command after running for a preset time, that is, after the washing machine has run for N hours, it will automatically execute steps S201 to S300; the preset running time is related to the usage time of the slow-release agent, and the user can set the preset running time accordingly.
[0092] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, referring to FIG8, the sustained-release agent prompting method includes:
[0093] S101, in response to the second preset command, control the main water inlet pipe to enter water, and obtain the first initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0094] S102, drain the water from the washing chamber;
[0095] S103, control the water inlet pipe to enter the water, and obtain the second initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0096] S104, determine the initial turbidity difference based on the first initial turbidity and the second initial turbidity;
[0097] If the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions, the generated prompt information includes:
[0098] S301, determine the real-time turbidity difference based on the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity;
[0099] S302, if the change ratio of the real-time turbidity difference value to the initial turbidity difference value reaches a preset ratio, a prompt message is generated.
[0100] In this embodiment, after the user completes the replacement of the slow-release module, a second preset command is sent to the washing machine; or a sensor is set on the protrusion, and when the sensor detects the slow-release module again, a second preset command is sent to the washing machine; the initial turbidity difference value can be calibrated through steps S101, S102 and S103, that is, the difference between the two values when the slow-release module has not been used; subsequently, each time the first preset command is responded to, the change ratio of the real-time turbidity difference value relative to the initial turbidity difference value is used to determine whether a prompt message needs to be generated.
[0101] In the embodiment, since the corrosion inhibitor has bactericidal and / or scale-inhibiting effects, the first turbidity (first real-time turbidity, first initial turbidity) is greater than the second turbidity (second real-time turbidity, second initial turbidity), that is, the turbidity of the water passing through the slow-release module is less than the turbidity of the water not passing through the slow-release module.
[0102] In this embodiment, the first initial turbidity is X. 10 The second initial turbidity is X. 20 The initial turbidity difference is Y0 = X 10 -X 20 When the second preset instruction is executed for the Nth time, the first real-time turbidity is X. 1N The second real-time turbidity is X. 2N The real-time turbidity difference is Y. N =X 1N -X 2N .
[0103] The percentage change in real-time turbidity difference relative to the initial turbidity difference is defined as: β = (Y0 - Y N ) / Y0*100%
[0104] The preset ratio is a pre-defined value, such as 80% to 100%, which the user can adjust according to their needs. When first using it, Y... N It is basically equal to Y0, and β is about 0 at this time; as the slow-release agent is used, when the real-time turbidity difference changes by 80% to 100% compared with the initial turbidity difference, the real-time turbidity difference gets further and further away from the initial turbidity difference, and the second real-time turbidity gets closer and closer to the first real-time turbidity. At this time, the slow-release agent in the slow-release module tends to be exhausted, and the user is prompted to replace it.
[0105] As an optional implementation of the above embodiments, the auxiliary water inlet pipe is connected to the detergent dispensing assembly; the slow-release agent prompting method further includes: when controlling water intake through the auxiliary water inlet pipe, controlling the auxiliary water inlet pipe and the detergent dispensing assembly to be in a shut-off state. In this embodiment, the auxiliary water inlet pipe can be connected to the detergent dispensing assembly for use in a pre-wash cycle. When a first preset instruction or a second preset instruction is executed, the auxiliary water inlet pipe and the detergent dispensing assembly are controlled to be in a shut-off state, that is, detergent is not dispensed through the auxiliary water inlet pipe, and only water is introduced into the washing machine.
[0106] Based on the washing machine proposed in some of the above embodiments, this application also proposes a slow-release agent reminder device, the slow-release agent reminder device comprising:
[0107] The control module, in response to a first preset command, controls the main water inlet pipe to receive water;
[0108] The acquisition module acquires the first real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0109] The discharge module is used to discharge the water in the washing chamber;
[0110] The control module is further configured to control the water inlet pipe to enter the water, and the acquisition module to acquire the second real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber.
[0111] The generation module is used to generate a prompt message if the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions; the prompt message is used to prompt the user to replace the sustained-release module.
[0112] In the sustained-release agent indication device
[0113] The control module also responds to a second preset command to control the main water inlet pipe to receive water and to obtain the first initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0114] The discharge module discharges the water from the washing chamber;
[0115] The control module controls the water inlet through the auxiliary water inlet pipe, and the acquisition module acquires the second initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber.
[0116] The determination module determines the initial turbidity difference based on the first initial turbidity and the second initial turbidity;
[0117] When the generation module executes the action of generating a prompt message if the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions, it determines the real-time turbidity difference based on the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity; if the change ratio of the real-time turbidity difference relative to the initial turbidity difference reaches a preset ratio, a prompt message is generated.
[0118] This application also proposes a control system for a sustained-release drug prompting method, comprising: one or more processors; a memory; and one or more application programs, wherein the one or more application programs are stored in the memory and configured to be executed by the processor to implement the sustained-release drug prompting method as described above.
[0119] Typically, the control system of the sustained-release agent prompting method includes: at least one processor, at least one memory, and a control program of the control system of the sustained-release agent prompting method stored in the memory and executable on the processor. The control program of the control system of the sustained-release agent prompting method is configured to implement the steps of the control method as described above.
[0120] The processor may include one or more processing cores, such as a quad-core processor or an octa-core processor. The processor can be implemented using at least one hardware form of DSP (Digital Signal Processing), FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array), or PLA (Programmable Logic Array). The processor may also include a main processor and coprocessors. The main processor, also known as a CPU (Central Processing Unit), is used to process data in the wake-up state; the coprocessor is a low-power processor used to process data in the standby state. In some embodiments, the processor may integrate a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), which is responsible for rendering and drawing the content to be displayed on the screen. The processor may also include an AI (Artificial Intelligence) processor, which handles the control method operations of the control system for the sustained-release drug indication method, enabling the control method model of the control system to learn autonomously, improving efficiency and accuracy.
[0121] The memory may include one or more computer-readable storage media, which may be non-transitory. The memory may also include high-speed random access memory and non-volatile memory, such as one or more disk storage devices or flash memory devices. In some embodiments, the non-transitory computer-readable storage media in the memory is used to store at least one instruction, which is executed by a processor to implement the sustained-release drug prompting method of the sustained-release drug prompting method control system provided in the method embodiments of this application:
[0122] S201, in response to the first preset command, control the main water inlet pipe to enter water, and obtain the first real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0123] S202, drain the water from the washing chamber;
[0124] S203, control the water inlet pipe to enter the water, and obtain the second real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0125] S300, if the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet the preset conditions, a prompt message is generated; the prompt message is used to prompt the user to replace the sustained-release module.
[0126] S101, in response to the second preset command, control the main water inlet pipe to enter water, and obtain the first initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0127] S102, drain the water from the washing chamber;
[0128] S103, control the water inlet pipe to enter the water, and obtain the second initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber;
[0129] S104, determine the initial turbidity difference based on the first initial turbidity and the second initial turbidity;
[0130] If the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions, the generated prompt information includes:
[0131] S301, determine the real-time turbidity difference based on the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity;
[0132] S302, if the change ratio of the real-time turbidity difference value to the initial turbidity difference value reaches a preset ratio, a prompt message is generated.
[0133] Specifically, when performing steps S103 and S203, when controlling the auxiliary water inlet pipe to receive water, the auxiliary water inlet pipe and the detergent dispensing component are controlled to be in a cut-off state.
Claims
1. A laundry washing machine, wherein, include: Box, The cylindrical assembly, located inside the box, has a washing chamber; A door, which is movably connected to the housing, is used to open or close the washing chamber; The door has a protrusion that is located inside the washing chamber when the door is closed and outside the chamber when the door is open. as well as A slow-release module is provided with a slow-release agent, which is used for sterilization and / or scale inhibition; the slow-release module is detachably connected to the protrusion.
2. The laundry machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The washing machine also includes a main water inlet pipe and a secondary water inlet pipe disposed inside the cabinet; The main water inlet pipe has a first water outlet. The secondary inlet pipe has a second outlet. Both the first water outlet and the second water outlet are connected to the washing chamber; The first water outlet is configured such that the water flowing out of the first water outlet does not pass through the slow-release module; the second water outlet is configured such that the water flowing out of the second water outlet passes through the slow-release module.
3. The laundry machine as claimed in claim 2, wherein, The second water outlet is configured such that the water flowing out from the second water outlet flows to the protrusion and then passes through the slow-release module.
4. A laundry washing machine as claimed in Claim 2 or 3 wherein, The door body includes a door panel and a protrusion connected to the door panel; the protrusion includes an inclined section extending downward from the door panel and a water-contacting section extending downward from the inclined section, and the slow-release module is detachably mounted on the water-contacting section; the second water outlet is disposed opposite to the inclined section and located above the inclined section.
5. The laundry machine as claimed in claim 4, wherein, The tub assembly also includes a door seal; when the washing chamber is closed, the door panel is sealed to the door seal, and a gap is formed between the inclined section and the upper half of the door seal; the second water outlet is connected to the upper half of the door seal.
6. The laundry machine as claimed in claim 2 or 3, wherein, The cylindrical assembly includes an outer cylinder; the first water outlet is disposed on the outer cylinder.
7. The laundry machine as claimed in claim 6, wherein, The first water outlet is located on the outer cylinder away from the door body.
8. The laundry machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The protrusion has a receiving groove, and a first snap-fit portion is formed on the groove wall; the slow-release module is provided with a second snap-fit portion that is adapted to the first snap-fit portion; the first snap-fit portion is one of a buckle and a slot, and the second snap-fit portion is the other of a buckle and a slot; The slow-release module is placed in the receiving groove after the first snap-fit part engages with the snap-fit part.
9. The laundry machine as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The sustained-release module includes a housing; the housing contains a sustained-release agent; and the housing has channels for releasing the sustained-release agent.
10. The laundry machine according to any one of claims 1 to 3, wherein, The washing machine also includes a turbidity sensor, which is located inside the washing chamber and / or inside the drain assembly of the washing machine.
11. A sustained release agent prompting method, wherein, Applied to the washing machine according to any one of claims 2-10; the prompting method includes: In response to a first preset command, the main water inlet pipe is controlled to receive water, and the first real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber is obtained. Drain the water from the washing chamber; Control the water inlet pipe to receive water, and obtain the second real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber; If the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet the preset conditions, a prompt message is generated; the prompt message is used to remind the user to replace the sustained-release module.
12. The sustained release dosage cue method of claim 11, wherein, The method for prompting the use of the sustained-release agent includes: In response to a second preset command, the main water inlet pipe is controlled to receive water, and the first initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber is obtained. Drain the water from the washing chamber; Control the water inlet pipe to receive water, and obtain the second initial turbidity of the water in the washing chamber; The initial turbidity difference is determined based on the first initial turbidity and the second initial turbidity; If the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions, the generated prompt information includes: The real-time turbidity difference is determined based on the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity; If the change ratio of the real-time turbidity difference to the initial turbidity difference reaches a preset ratio, a prompt message will be generated.
13. The sustained release dosage cue method of claim 11, wherein, The auxiliary water inlet pipe is connected to the detergent dispensing assembly; The sustained-release agent notification method further includes: When controlling the secondary water inlet pipe to receive water, the secondary water inlet pipe and the detergent dispensing component are controlled to be in a cut-off state.
14. A sustained release agent prompting device, wherein, The washing machine used in any one of claims 2-10 comprises: The control module, in response to a first preset command, controls the main water inlet pipe to receive water; The acquisition module acquires the first real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber; The discharge module is used to discharge the water in the washing chamber; The control module is further configured to control the water inlet pipe to enter the water, and the acquisition module to acquire the second real-time turbidity of the water in the washing chamber. The generation module is used to generate a prompt message if the first real-time turbidity and the second real-time turbidity meet preset conditions; the prompt message is used to prompt the user to replace the sustained-release module.
15. A computer readable storage medium, wherein, It stores a computer program, which is loaded by a processor to perform the steps of the sustained-release agent prompting method according to any one of claims 11 to 13.