JPH07299296A - Iron - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To prevent remaining of excess moisture on cloth and to enhance a finish effect by adequately controlling the amt. of the mist to be generated according to the temp. of the base of an iron having a mist generating means. CONSTITUTION:This iron includes a temp. detecting means 4 which detects the temp. of the base 3, a heater control means 5 for controlling energization to this heater 2, a means 6 for oscillating ultrasonic vibration, an oscillation control means 7 for controlling the oscillation frequency and waveform of this oscillating means 6, a power source 8 of this oscillating means 6, a mist generating means 9 for generating the mist by ultrasonic vibration and a water tank 10 for storing water. The oscillation control means 7 changes the frequency and waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillating means 6 by the output of the temp. detecting means 4 and controls the amt. of the mist generated by the mist generating means 9 by the change in the temp. of the base 3.

Description

Detailed Description of the Invention

[0001]

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention The present invention relates to an iron having a fog generating means for wrinkle-extending clothes and the like.

[0002]

2. Description of the Related Art Conventionally, this type of iron has been constructed as shown in FIG. The configuration will be described below.
As shown in the figure, the iron main body 21 has a base 23 heated by a heater 22, a temperature detecting means 24 for detecting the temperature of the base 23, and a heater control means 25 for controlling energization of the heater 22. An oscillating means 26 for generating ultrasonic vibrations, a power supply 27 for the oscillating means 26, a fog generating means 28 for generating fog by the ultrasonic vibrations,
It has a water tank 29 for storing water for mist.

Oscillation means 2 supplied with a voltage from a power supply 27
6 generates ultrasonic vibration, and the ultrasonic vibration is transmitted to the fog generating means 28 to bring the water in the water tank 29 into contact with the fog generating means 28 to generate fog.

[0004]

However, with such a configuration, the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means 28 is the frequency, waveform and amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means 26, and the fog generating means 28. It is uniquely determined by the characteristics of and fixed. Therefore, when the iron body 21 is moved at a constant speed, a constant amount of fog is always applied to the cloth.

However, when the temperature of the base 23 of the iron body 21 is low, the moisture applied to the cloth cannot be sufficiently evaporated, so that the cloth cannot be dried sufficiently and excess moisture remains on the cloth, resulting in poor finish. was there.

On the other hand, in the actual ironing work, the moving speed of the iron main body 21 is not constant, and in that case,
Since the amount of fog generated from the fog generating means 28 is constant, the amount of water adhering to the fabric is small in the portion where the iron body 21 is moved quickly, and conversely, the amount of water is large in the portion where the iron body 21 is moved slowly. Become. Due to this unevenness of water, there is also a problem that the finish due to ironing may be uneven.

Furthermore, since the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means 28 is constant, the moisture supplied to the fabric is constant, and the difference in the thickness of the fabric and the moisture contained in the fabric itself for ironing There is a problem that excess or deficiency of water occurs depending on the residual amount.

That is, when the cloth is thick or when the residual water content is small, the water content is insufficient and the wrinkles are not sufficiently extended. On the other hand, when the cloth is thin or the residual water content is large, the water content is high. Too much and the finish is poor.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The first object of the present invention is to solve the above problems and to increase the finishing effect by appropriately controlling the amount of fog generated according to the temperature of the base of the iron body. The second purpose is to control the amount of fog generated according to the speed at which the iron body is moved and the state of use. The third purpose is to control the amount of fog generated according to the thickness of the cloth and the residual water content of the cloth.

[0010]

In order to achieve the first object of the present invention, a base heated by a heater, a heater control means for controlling energization of the heater,
Temperature detecting means for detecting the temperature of the base, oscillating means for generating ultrasonic vibrations, oscillation control means for controlling ultrasonic vibrations of the oscillating means, power supply for supplying a voltage to the oscillating means, and ultrasonic vibrations. Fog generating means for generating fog by
The oscillation control means comprises a water tank for storing water,
The first problem solving means is that the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillating means is controlled by the output of the temperature detecting means.

Also, a base heated by the heater, a heater control means for controlling the energization of the heater,
Temperature detecting means for detecting the temperature of the base, oscillating means for generating ultrasonic vibration, a variable voltage power supply for supplying a voltage to the oscillating means, fog generating means for generating fog by ultrasonic vibration, and water storage The second problem solving means is that the variable voltage power supply controls the voltage supplied to the oscillating means by the output of the temperature detecting means.

In order to achieve the second object, in addition to the means for solving the first problem, a state of detecting the operating speed of the iron body, such as the speed at which the iron body is moved and whether or not the iron body is being used. A third problem solving means is to provide a detecting means, and the oscillation control means controls the frequency or the waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillating means by the output of the state detecting means.

In addition to the first means for solving the above problems,
A state detection means for detecting the operating speed of the iron body such as the speed at which the iron body is moved and whether or not the iron body is in use is provided, and the variable voltage power source controls the voltage supplied to the oscillation means by the output of the state detection means. The fourth thing to do
Is used as a means for solving the problem.

In order to achieve the third object, in addition to the means for solving the first problem, a timer means for measuring time and an output of a temperature detecting means for detecting the temperature of the timer means and the base are used. A fifth problem solving means is that a calculation means for calculating the relationship between the temperature and the time of the base is provided, and the oscillation control means controls the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillation means by the output of the calculation means. I am trying.

In addition to the first means for solving the above problems,
A timer means for measuring the time and an arithmetic means for arithmetically operating the relationship between the temperature of the base and the time from the output of the temperature detecting means for detecting the temperature of the timer means and the base are provided. The sixth problem solving means is that the voltage supplied to the oscillating means is controlled.

[0016]

According to the present invention, by the first means for solving the above problems, the heater is energized to heat the base, the temperature of the base is detected by the temperature detecting means, and the output thereof is inputted to the heater control means to control the heater. The means controls the energization of the heater to control the temperature of the base to a predetermined temperature. Further, the output of the temperature detection means is also input to the oscillation control means, and it becomes possible to control the amount of fog generated by changing the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillation means.

Therefore, when the temperature of the base of the iron body is lowered, the amount of fog generated can be reduced, and excess moisture can be prevented from remaining on the cloth.

Further, by the second problem solving means, the temperature of the base is controlled to a predetermined temperature, and the output of the temperature detecting means is input to the variable voltage power source to change the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means. The amount of fog generated can be controlled.

Therefore, when the temperature of the base of the iron body is lowered, the amount of fog generated can be reduced, and excess moisture can be prevented from remaining on the cloth.

The third problem solving means detects the operating speed of the iron body such as the speed at which the iron body is moved and whether or not the iron body is in use by the state detecting means and inputs the output to the oscillation control means. , It becomes possible to control the amount of fog generated by changing the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means, and it is possible to change the amount of fog generated by the speed at which the iron body is moved. Therefore, it becomes possible to supply water evenly.

The fourth problem solving means detects the operating speed of the iron main body such as the speed at which the iron main body is moved and whether or not the iron main body is in use by the state detecting means and inputs the output to the variable voltage power supply. , It becomes possible to control the amount of fog generated by changing the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means, and it is possible to change the amount of fog generated by the speed at which the iron body is moved. Water can be supplied evenly.

Further, according to the fifth problem solving means, the outputs of the temperature detecting means and the timer means are calculated by the calculating means, and the degree of change of the temperature of the base of the iron body with respect to time,
For example, it becomes possible to detect a temperature gradient or the like and input it to the oscillation control means, and change the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillation means to control the amount of fog generated. It becomes possible to supply an appropriate amount of water according to the remaining amount and the like.

Further, according to the sixth means for solving the problems, the outputs of the temperature detecting means and the timer means are calculated by the calculating means, and the degree of change of the temperature of the base of the iron body with respect to time, for example, the temperature gradient etc. is detected and varied. It becomes possible to control the amount of fog generated by changing the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means by inputting it to the voltage power supply, and to adjust the appropriate amount of water according to the thickness of the fabric and the remaining amount of water. Can be supplied.

[0024]

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS A first embodiment of the present invention will be described below with reference to FIG. As shown in the figure, the iron body 1 is
A base 3 heated by the heater 2, a temperature detecting means 4 for detecting the temperature of the base 3, a heater control means 5 for controlling energization of the heater 2, an oscillating means 6 for generating ultrasonic vibration, and an oscillating means. Oscillation control means 7 for controlling the oscillation frequency or waveform of the means 6, a power supply 8 for supplying a voltage to the oscillation means 6, and a fog generating means 9 for generating fog by ultrasonic vibration.
And a water tank 10 for storing water for mist.

The oscillating means 6 generates ultrasonic vibration, and is composed of a speaker, a ceramic vibrator and the like. A temperature signal is input from the temperature detection means 4 to the oscillation control means 7 in the form of a DC voltage or a pulse signal. Oscillation control means 7
Is for controlling the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillating means 6 by the output of the temperature detecting means 4, for example, a voltage variable oscillator (VC
O) and an oscillation circuit such as a monostable multivibrator are common.

The operation of the above structure will be described. The heater 2 is energized to heat the base 3, the temperature of the base 3 is detected by the temperature detecting means 4, and the output is detected by the heater control means 5.
Then, the heater control means 5 controls the energization of the heater 2 to control the temperature of the base 3 to a predetermined temperature.

On the other hand, the output of the temperature detecting means 4 is also input to the oscillation control means 7, and the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillation means 6 by the input from the oscillation control means 7 is transmitted to the fog generating means 9 and is transmitted from the water tank 10. A fog is generated by bringing the supplied water into contact with the fog generating means 9.

At this time, when the oscillation control means 7 changes the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillation means 6, the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 changes. That is, with this configuration, it is possible to change the frequency of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 due to the change in the temperature of the base 3, and it is possible to control the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means 9.

Generally, this type of fog generating means 9 using ultrasonic vibration has a natural frequency for generating the most fog, and the amount of fog generated decreases at frequencies other than the natural frequency. It has the property. Therefore, the fog generating means 9 is changed by changing the frequency centered on its own frequency.
It is possible to control the amount of fog generated.

Next, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The same components as those in the first embodiment are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted. As shown in the figure, a temperature signal is input from the temperature detection means 4 to the variable voltage power supply 11 in the form of a DC voltage or a pulse signal. The variable voltage power supply 11 is configured so that its output voltage can be changed according to its input signal. For example, regulated power supply (AVR)
Or a separately excited switching power supply is generally used. The oscillating means 12 is adapted to change the amplitude of ultrasonic vibration generated when the voltage applied by the variable voltage power supply 11 changes.

To explain the operation in the above configuration, when the temperature signal from the temperature detecting means 4 is input to the variable voltage power source 11 and the voltage applied to the oscillating means 12 by the variable voltage power source 11 changes, it is generated in the oscillating means 12. The amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration that changes is changed.

When the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means 12 changes, the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 also changes. That is, with this configuration, the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 can be changed by the change in the temperature of the base 3.

Generally, this type of fog generating means 9 using ultrasonic vibration has a characteristic that the amount of fog generated increases as the amplitude of vibration increases. Therefore, by changing the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9, the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means 9 can be controlled.

Next, a third embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The same components as those in the first embodiment are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted. As shown in the figure, the state detecting means 13 detects the operating state of the iron body 1 such as the speed at which the iron body 1 is moved and whether or not the iron body 1 is being used. The output thereof is input to the oscillation control means 7. ing. The oscillation control means 7 controls the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillation means 6 by the output of the state detection means 13.

The operation of the above-mentioned structure will be described. From the state detecting means 13, the speed at which the iron body 1 is moved,
A signal corresponding to the usage state of the iron body 1, such as whether or not it is used, is input to the oscillation control means 7 in the form of a DC voltage or a pulse signal. For example, the DC voltage is changed or the pulse cycle is changed depending on the speed at which the iron body 1 is moved.

The output of the state detection means 13 is the oscillation control means 7
The ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means 6 due to the input from the oscillation control means 7 is transmitted to the fog generating means 9, and the water supplied from the water tank 10 is brought into contact with the fog generating means 9 to generate the fog. generate.

With this configuration, it is possible to change the frequency or the waveform of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 according to the change in the usage state of the iron body 1. The amount of fog generated by the fog generator 9 can be controlled in the same manner as in the first embodiment.

Next, a fourth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The same components as those in the second and third embodiments are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted.
As shown in the figure, from the state detection means 13, a signal according to the use state of the iron body 1, such as the speed at which the iron body 1 is moved and whether or not the iron body 1 is used, is in the form of a DC voltage or a pulse signal. It is input to the variable voltage power supply 11. The variable voltage power supply 11 is oscillated by the output of the state detection means 13
The voltage supplied to is controlled.

To explain the operation in the above configuration, when the state signal of the iron body 1 from the state detecting means 13 is input to the variable voltage power source 11 and the voltage applied to the oscillating means 12 by the variable voltage power source 11 changes, oscillation occurs. The amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the means 12 changes. When the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means 12 changes, the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 changes.

With this configuration, the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 can be changed according to the change in the usage state of the iron body 1. Then, as in the second embodiment, the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means 9 can be adjusted.

Next, a fifth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The same components as those in the first embodiment are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted. As shown in the figure, the timer means 14 measures time, and the output of the timer means 14 and the output of the temperature detecting means 4 are input to the calculating means 15. The calculation means 15 is the timer means 1
The relationship between the temperature and the time of the base 3 is calculated from the output of 4 and the output of the temperature detection means 4, and the output is input to the oscillation control means 7. The oscillation control means 7 controls the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillation means 6 by the output of the calculation means 15.

The operation of the above structure will be described. The output of the timer means 14 for measuring the time and the output of the temperature detecting means 4 for detecting the temperature of the base 3 are both input to the calculating means 15, and the calculating means 15 described above. The correlation value such as the temperature gradient of the temperature of the base 3 with respect to time, which is obtained by calculating the data of both outputs, is input to the oscillation control means 7 in the form of a DC voltage or a pulse signal.

By the input from the oscillation control means 7, the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillation means 6 is transmitted to the fog generating means 9, and the water supplied from the water tank 10 is brought into contact with the fog generating means 9 to generate fog. Let

With this configuration, the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 can be changed by the temperature gradient of the temperature of the base 3 or the like. And the first
The amount of fog generated by the fog generating means 9 can be controlled in the same manner as in the above embodiment.

Next, a sixth embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. The same components as those in the second and fifth embodiments are designated by the same reference numerals and the description thereof will be omitted.
As shown in the figure, the calculation means 15 calculates the relationship between the temperature of the base 3 and the time from the output of the timer means 14 and the output of the temperature detection means 4, and inputs the output to the variable voltage power supply 11. The variable voltage power supply 11 controls the voltage supplied to the oscillator 12 by the output of the calculator 15.

To explain the operation in the above configuration, the output of the timer means 14 for measuring the time and the output of the temperature detecting means 4 for detecting the temperature of the base 3 are both the calculating means 32.
The correlation value such as the temperature gradient of the temperature of the base 3 with respect to the time, which is obtained by calculating the data of both the outputs described above, is input to the variable voltage in the form of a DC voltage or a pulse signal. Input to the power supply 11.

When the voltage applied to the oscillating means 12 by the variable voltage power supply 11 changes, the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means 12 changes. When the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means 12 changes, the amplitude of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 changes.

With this configuration, the frequency of the ultrasonic vibration transmitted to the fog generating means 9 can be changed by the temperature gradient of the temperature of the base 3 or the like. Then, as in the second embodiment, the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means 9 can be adjusted.

[0049]

As described above, according to the iron of the present invention, the base heated by the heater, the heater control means for controlling the energization of the heater, the temperature detection means for detecting the temperature of the base, and the ultrasonic vibration. Generating means, an oscillation control means for controlling ultrasonic vibration of the oscillating means, a power supply for supplying a voltage to the oscillating means, a fog generating means for generating fog by ultrasonic vibration, and water storage. The oscillation control means is provided with a water tank, and the oscillation control means controls the frequency or waveform of ultrasonic vibration of the oscillation means by the output of the temperature detection means. The frequency or waveform of sonic vibration can be changed to change the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means. Such water so as not to leave, to improve the workability of the ironing, it is possible to enhance the finish effect.

Further, a base heated by the heater, a heater control means for controlling energization to the heater,
Temperature detecting means for detecting the temperature of the base, oscillating means for generating ultrasonic vibration, a variable voltage power supply for supplying a voltage to the oscillating means, fog generating means for generating fog by ultrasonic vibration, and water storage The variable voltage power source controls the voltage supplied to the oscillating means by the output of the temperature detecting means, so that the ultrasonic vibration generated in the oscillating means due to the change in the temperature of the base is controlled. The amplitude can be changed to change the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means, especially when the temperature of the base is low, the amount of fog generated is reduced so that excess moisture does not remain on the fabric and ironing is performed. The workability of cliffs can be improved and the finishing effect can be enhanced.

Further, state detecting means for detecting the operating speed of the iron body such as the speed at which the iron body is moved and whether or not the iron body is being used is provided, and the oscillation control means uses the output of the state detecting means to control the oscillation means. By controlling the frequency or waveform of sonic vibration, the frequency or waveform of ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means is changed according to the speed at which the iron body is moved, and the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means is controlled. It is possible to supply water evenly to the fabric and enhance the finishing effect.

Further, there is provided state detection means for detecting the operating speed of the iron body, the use state of the iron body such as whether or not the iron body is in use, and the variable voltage power supply is supplied to the oscillation means by the output of the state detection means. By controlling the voltage to be generated, it is possible to change the amplitude of ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means depending on the speed at which the iron body is moved, and to control the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means. Water can be evenly supplied to enhance the finishing effect.

Further, there is provided a timer means for measuring time and a computing means for computing the relationship between the temperature of the base and the time from the output of the timer means and the temperature sensing means for sensing the temperature of the base. By controlling the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillating means by the output of the computing means, the thickness of the cloth and the remaining amount of water can be detected by the degree of change of the temperature of the base of the iron body with time. However, by changing the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means, the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means can be controlled, and the appropriate amount of water can be adjusted according to the thickness of the fabric and the remaining amount of water. Can be supplied to improve the workability of ironing and enhance the finishing effect.

Further, a timer means for measuring time and an arithmetic means for arithmetically operating the relationship between the temperature of the base and the time based on the output of the timer means and the temperature detecting means for detecting the temperature of the base are provided. By controlling the voltage supplied to the oscillating means by the output of the computing means, the thickness of the cloth, the remaining amount of water, etc. are detected by the degree of change of the temperature of the base of the iron body with time,
By changing the amplitude of ultrasonic vibration generated by the oscillating means, the amount of fog generated by the fog generating means can be controlled, and an appropriate amount of water can be supplied according to the thickness of the cloth, the remaining amount of water, etc. You can improve the workability of ironing and enhance the finishing effect.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram showing a configuration of an iron according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing a configuration of an iron according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram showing a configuration of an iron according to a third embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a block diagram showing a configuration of an iron according to a fourth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 5 is a block diagram showing a configuration of an iron according to a fifth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 6 is a block diagram showing a configuration of an iron according to a sixth embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 7 is a block diagram showing a configuration of a conventional iron.

[Explanation of symbols]

 DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Iron main body 2 Heater 3 Base 4 Temperature detection means 5 Heater control means 6 Oscillation means 7 Oscillation control means 8 Power supply 9 Fog generation means 10 Water tank

Claims (6)

[Claims] 1. A base heated by a heater, a heater control means for controlling energization to the heater, a temperature detection means for detecting the temperature of the base, an oscillating means for generating ultrasonic vibration, and the oscillating means. Oscillation control means for controlling the ultrasonic vibration of, and a power supply for supplying a voltage to the oscillation means,
It comprises a fog generating means for generating fog by ultrasonic vibration and a water tank for storing water, and the oscillation control means controls the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillating means by the output of the temperature detecting means. The iron 2. A base heated by a heater, a heater control means for controlling energization to the heater, a temperature detection means for detecting the temperature of the base, an oscillating means for generating ultrasonic vibration, and the oscillating means. A variable voltage power supply for supplying a voltage to the device, a fog generating means for generating fog by ultrasonic vibration, and a water tank for storing water. The variable voltage power supply is supplied to the oscillating means by the output of the temperature detecting means. An iron designed to control the voltage to be applied. 3. A state detecting means for detecting the operating state of the iron body, such as the speed at which the iron body is moved and whether or not the iron body is being used, is provided, and the oscillation control means uses the output of the state detecting means to control the oscillation means. The iron according to claim 1, wherein the frequency or waveform of the sonic vibration is controlled. 4. A state detecting means for detecting a use state of the iron body such as a moving speed of the iron body and whether or not the iron body is being used is provided, and a variable voltage power source is supplied to the oscillating means by an output of the state detecting means. The iron according to claim 2, wherein the applied voltage is controlled. 5. A timer means for measuring time, and a computing means for computing the relationship between the temperature of the base and the time from the output of the temperature sensing means for sensing the temperature of the timer means and the base are provided. The iron according to claim 1, wherein the frequency or waveform of the ultrasonic vibration of the oscillating means is controlled by the output of the computing means. 6. A timer means for measuring time, and a computing means for computing the relationship between the temperature of the base and the time based on the outputs of the timer means and the temperature sensing means for sensing the temperature of the base are provided. The iron according to claim 2, wherein the voltage supplied to the oscillating means is controlled by the output of the computing means.