Intelligent laundry device and method therefor
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional washing machines lack the ability to adapt washing parameters based on individual user preferences and laundry characteristics, leading to inefficient and less convenient laundry processes.
Innovation Solution
An intelligent laundry method and device that determines the current user of a washing machine, assesses their washing features, and adjusts washing parameters such as rotating speed, cycle duration, and rinse cycles based on factors like laundry type, material, and cleanliness requirements, allowing for personalized washing without user intervention.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional washing machines use fixed washing parameters, then the device complexity is low, but the adaptability to different users and laundry types is poor
Solution Approach 1:
The washing machine automatically identifies the current user through authentication modules (fingerprint, facial recognition, or card input) and self-adjusts washing parameters based on pre-stored user profiles and real-time laundry detection, eliminating the need for manual parameter setting by the user
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces manual mechanical parameter adjustment with automated electronic control systems including processors, sensors, and communication modules that detect laundry characteristics and automatically select optimal washing programs
2Adaptability or versatility
If washing parameters are manually adjusted for each user, then the adaptability improves, but the ease of operation deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The system automatically performs user identification and parameter selection without requiring manual intervention. The processor autonomously retrieves user profiles, detects laundry type and material, and configures washing parameters, making the process as easy as simply placing clothes in the machine
Solution Approach 2:
User washing preferences and parameters are pre-configured and stored in the system during initial setup or previous uses. When a user operates the machine, these pre-stored profiles are automatically retrieved and applied, eliminating the need for repeated manual adjustments
3Productivity
If washing parameters are optimized for each user and laundry type, then the productivity improves, but the loss of time for parameter determination increases
Solution Approach 1:
Optimal washing parameters for different users, laundry types, and materials are pre-calculated and stored in a database during system setup or through learning from previous wash cycles. This allows instant retrieval and application of parameters without real-time calculation delays
Solution Approach 2:
The system incorporates sensors that detect laundry characteristics (weight, volume, material composition) and provide feedback to the processor, which automatically adjusts parameters based on this real-time information, optimizing each wash cycle without manual intervention
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AI summary
An intelligent laundry method and device, the method including: determining a current user of a washing machine; determining washing features of the current user; determining washing parameters for a laundry according to the washing features; and controlling the washing machine to wash the laundry according to the washing parameters.