Washing machine and controlling method therefor
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing double-drum washing machines have high production costs and complex operation processes due to the use of two separate display panels and mechanical controls, making it inconvenient for users to view and set operating parameters for each washing drum.
Innovation Solution
A touch display screen that splits to simultaneously control and display the operating states of at least two washing units, with a switching icon to easily switch between interfaces, allowing users to configure and monitor both units efficiently.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If two separate display panels are used to control two washing drums, then each drum can be controlled independently, but the production cost increases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines two separate display panels into a single display panel that shows control interfaces for both washing drums simultaneously. This merging reduces component quantity and production cost while maintaining the ability to control each drum independently through software-based interface separation rather than physical panel separation.
Solution Approach 2:
The single display panel is designed to serve multiple functions by displaying control interfaces for both washing drums on the same physical device. The panel universally handles control operations for either drum or both drums simultaneously, eliminating the need for dedicated separate panels for each drum.
2Ease of operation
If physical keys and mechanical modes are used to switch control interfaces, then two washing drums can be controlled, but the operation process becomes complicated and appearance is not beautiful
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces mechanical switching keys and physical interface change mechanisms with a touch-sensitive display panel that uses software-based interface switching. Users can switch between controlling different washing drums by touching the display screen, eliminating the need for mechanical key operations and reducing operational complexity.
Solution Approach 2:
The display interface dynamically changes based on user interaction, allowing seamless switching between control modes for different washing drums. The interface adapts its display content according to which drum needs control, providing a flexible and intuitive operation experience without fixed mechanical switching positions.
3Ease of manufacture
If one display panel is used with physical keys to switch interfaces, then production cost is reduced, but it is inconvenient for users to view operating state and set parameters
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes the two-dimensional space of a single display panel to simultaneously present multiple pieces of information including operating states of washing drums and parameter setting interfaces. By organizing information spatially on the screen rather than requiring sequential mechanical switching, users can view and interact with multiple functions concurrently, improving ease of operation while maintaining cost efficiency.
Data Source
AI summary
The present disclosure discloses a washing machine and a controlling method therefor. The washing machine includes: a touch display screen, at least two mutually independent washing units, and a control module connected with the touch display screen and the at least two washing units, wherein the at least two washing units include a first washing unit and a second washing unit; and the touch display screen is split into screens to simultaneously display a control menu of the first washing unit and a control menu of the second washing unit. A switching icon is further provided on the touch display screen and is configured to switch interfaces of the two washing units. The touch display screen is configured to adjust and split screen under a control of the control module to simultaneously display operating states of the corresponding washing units.