KR101878142B1 - Cleaner for Bedclothes - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to an acupuncture vacuum cleaner. The present invention relates to a manual cleaning module having a suction port, a dust collecting container for collecting foreign matter sucked from the suction port, and a handle for manual cleaning; And an automatic traveling module for automatically running the manual cleaning module in a state where the manual cleaning module is mounted, wherein the automatic traveling module includes a driving wheel for rotating and generating a driving force, Lt; / RTI >
According to the present invention, even if a person does not move the cleaner, the cleaning can be automatically performed, and the user can conveniently clean the bedding.

Description

{Cleaner for Bedclothes}

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION 1. Field of the Invention [0001] The present invention relates to an acupuncture vacuum cleaner, and more particularly, to an acupuncture vacuum cleaner which can be manually moved by a person, or can be automatically moved without being moved by a person.

Generally, there are a lot of bacteria and mites in bedclothes, and a lot of various foreign matters including fine dusts are attached. Bedding sterilizers or bedding cleaners are widely used for sterilizing or insecting bacteria or mites present in bedding (hereinafter, collectively referred to as "sterilization") or removing various foreign substances.

Such an acupuncture vacuum cleaner is configured to remove various foreign substances such as bedding by moving the vacuum cleaner up and down while a person holding the handle of the vacuum cleaner holds the lower surface of the vacuum cleaner in contact with a portion to be cleaned. Near the handle of the vacuum cleaner, the operation mode selection button is located so that the cleaning mode can be selected.

When the acupuncture vacuum cleaner is operated, foreign substances such as bedding are sucked through the suction port due to the suction force of the suction motor. The foreign substance sucked into the inlet is passed through the filter and stored in the chamber.

Some of the dusts attached to the bedding are not easily separated from the bedding by the suction force by the suction motor, so that a striking part striking the bedding is provided so that the foreign material can be separated from the bedding well. The striking part hits the bedding while being vibrated up and down by the motor.

However, the conventional acupuncture vacuum cleaner requires a person to move the vacuum cleaner, which may cause inconvenience during use.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION The present invention has been made to solve the above-mentioned problems, and it is an object of the present invention to provide an acupuncture vacuum cleaner which can be cleaned even if it is not a person.

Another object of the present invention is to provide an acupuncture vacuum cleaner which can sufficiently sterilize acupuncture using a acupuncture vacuum cleaner.

Another object of the present invention is to provide an acupuncture vacuum cleaner which can clean the acupuncture vacuum cleaner without using the acupuncture vacuum cleaner.

In order to accomplish the above object, the present invention provides a manual cleaning module having an inlet, a dust collecting container for collecting foreign matter sucked from the inlet, and a handle for manual cleaning; And an automatic traveling module for automatically running the manual cleaning module in a state where the manual cleaning module is mounted, wherein the automatic traveling module includes a driving wheel for rotating and generating a driving force, Lt; / RTI >

The present invention also provides a manual cleaning module including a suction port, a dust collecting container for collecting foreign objects sucked from the suction port, and a handle for manual cleaning. And a manual driving module for automatically driving the manual cleaning module while the manual cleaning module is mounted, wherein the manual cleaning module further includes a first input unit capable of inputting a mode for driving the manual cleaning module, And a second input unit for inputting a mode for driving the automatic traveling module, wherein the second input unit is activated when the manual cleaning module and the automatic driving module are coupled, To provide an acupuncture vacuum cleaner.

According to the present invention, even if a person does not move the cleaner, the cleaning can be automatically performed, and the user can conveniently clean the bedding.

Further, according to the present invention, since the bedding can be sterilized efficiently, the cleaning power against the bedding can be improved.

Also, according to the present invention, it is possible to clean the bedding cleaner while the cleaning is not performed.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS FIG. 1 is a view illustrating a bedding cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention; FIG.
FIG. 2 is a bottom view of the module for manual cleaning in FIG. 1; FIG.
Fig. 3 is a bottom view of the automatic traveling module in Fig. 1; Fig.
Fig. 4 is a view showing a state in which Fig. 1 is engaged. Fig.
Fig. 5 is a bottom view of Fig. 4; Fig.
FIG. 6 is a view illustrating a bedding cleaner according to another embodiment of the present invention. FIG.
Fig. 7 shows a state in which Fig. 6 is engaged. Fig.
8 is a view showing a state in which charging is performed by a charging unit.
FIG. 9 is a cross-sectional view partially cut away in FIG. 7; FIG.
10 is a block diagram showing a control configuration of the present invention;
11 is a bottom view of a manual cleaning module of another embodiment of the present invention.
12 is a bottom view of the automatic traveling module shown in Fig.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

The sizes and shapes of the components shown in the drawings may be exaggerated for clarity and convenience. In addition, terms defined in consideration of the configuration and operation of the present invention may be changed according to the intention or custom of the user, the operator. Definitions of these terms should be based on the content of this specification.

1 is a view illustrating a bedding cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention. This will be described below with reference to Fig.

The acupuncture cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a manual cleaning module 100 having a handle 120 for manual cleaning and a manual cleaning module 100 having a manual cleaning module 100 mounted thereon, And an automatic running module 200 for automatically running the vehicle.

On the other hand, the manual cleaning module 100 is provided with a suction port (shown in FIG. 2) on the lower surface of the manual cleaning module 100 for sucking foreign matter. In addition, the manual cleaning module 100 is provided therein with a dust collecting box (not shown) in which foreign matter sucked from the suction inlet 110 is collected and stored. A suction motor (not shown) for generating a suction force to the suction port 110 is also provided in the manual cleaning module 100. Therefore, the bedding can be cleaned using only the manual cleaning module 100.

The manual cleaning module 100 includes a first input unit 140 capable of selecting a mode for generating a suction force at the suction port. The user can perform bedding cleaning using the manual cleaning module 100 after holding the hand on the handle 120. [ At this time, the user can drive the manual cleaning module 100 using the first input unit 140. [ This is because the manual cleaning module 100 includes a power supply, a suction motor, and a suction port, which are basically necessary for the user to perform bedding cleaning.

At this time, the first input unit 140 may receive a mode for turning on or off the manual cleaning module 100. That is, the user can turn on or off the manual cleaning module 100 through the first input unit 140.

The automatic traveling module 200 includes a driving wheel 210 that is rotated to generate a driving force. The driving wheels 210 are provided on both sides of the lower surface of the automatic driving module 200 so that the automatic driving module 200 can be rotated forward or backward as well as leftward or rightward. For example, when the driving wheel 210 provided at the other side is rotated while the rotation of the driving wheel 210 provided at one side is stopped, rotation is performed around the stopped driving wheel, 200 can be moved in the lateral direction.

The automatic driving module 200 includes a second input unit 220 capable of selecting a mode for operating the driving wheels 210. That is, the user can select the moving speed and the detailed cleaning menu of the automatic traveling module 200 by adjusting the rotating speed of the driving wheel 210 or the like through the second input unit 220.

Particularly, the second input unit 220 may receive an input relating to automatic running of the automatic traveling module 200, execution of the sterilization mode, and the like. A display window may be provided at a position adjacent to the second input unit 200 to guide information on a mode that the user can select. At this time, the display window is turned on when the user selects it, and it is possible to recognize that the corresponding mode is selected and the control is performed by the user.

Meanwhile, the automatic traveling module 200 includes a button 202 for easily detaching the manual cleaning module 100 from the automatic traveling module 200 when the manual cleaning module 100 is coupled thereto . When the button 202 is pressed, the manual cleaning module 100 in contact with the automatic traveling module 200 is lifted upwards, and the connection between the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 is completed Can be released. That is, the contact surface of the button 202 with the manual cleaning module 100 can be raised by a link provided in the automatic traveling module 200.

The automatic traveling module 200 is provided with a connector portion 270 on the side coupled with the manual cleaning module 100 so that the automatic traveling module 200 and the manual cleaning module 100 are electrically connected , And control signals can be exchanged with each other.

FIG. 2 is a bottom view of the manual cleaning module in FIG. 1. FIG. This will be described below with reference to Fig.

A suction port 110 for sucking foreign matter is formed on a lower surface of the manual cleaning module 100. A guide 112 is provided on the outer circumferential surface of the suction port 110. The guide 112 is provided along the outer circumferential surface of the suction port 110 to prevent direct contact of the outer circumferential surface of the suction port 110 with the bedding to prevent the suction port 110 from being dirty. Meanwhile, the guide 112 is provided on the outer side of the suction port 110 so that the guide 112 can be detached and cleaned when the guide 112 is dirty.

Meanwhile, the suction port 110 receives the hitting portion 114 which is freely movable up and down in the suction port 110. The striking part 114 strikes the bedding so that the dust or the like contained in the bedding can be separated from the bedding and can be easily sucked through the suction opening 110.

In particular, the striking part 114 may include a plurality of protruding pieces 116 protruding downward from the guide 112. Since the protruding piece 116 extends downward from the guide 112, the protruding piece 116 can be brought into direct contact with the bedding.

Meanwhile, the hitting portion 114 may be driven to hitting the bedding by a separate driving force. That is, a separate driving motor is provided inside the striking part 114. The striking part 114 receives a force in accordance with the rotation of the driving motor, and can move up and down or in the left and right direction so as to strike the bedding have.

However, the hitting portion 114 may be freely moved within the suction port 110 by the suction force of the suction motor provided in the manual cleaning module 100. [ In this case, the hitting portion 114 can be moved in the suction port 110 according to the magnitude or occurrence frequency of the suction force. Particularly, since the movement of the striking part 114 in the striking direction of the bedding by the guide 112 can be restricted, the striking part 114 is prevented from being detached from the manual cleaning module 100 .

The manual cleaning module 100 includes a rotating member 130 for collecting foreign matter by rotation. The rotary member 130 may be provided in the suction port 110. Therefore, by the suction force passing through the suction port 110, foreign matter collected by the rotary member 130 can be collected by the dust collecting container.

The rotating member 130 may include a rotating rod 132 rotated to capture the hair or the yarn by friction of the outer peripheral surface. Usually, the bedding may be adhered to a large number of foreign objects such as hair or hair by human or animal. This is because the skin of a user or the like is in direct contact with the bedding or the like in comparison with a living space such as a common living room where a person lives. When hair or hair dropped from the skin of a user or the like is attached to the bedding, it is difficult for the hair or hair to fall off the bedding due to the normal suction force. Therefore, in the present invention, the rotation bar 132 is rotated to allow the hair or the like to be detached from the bedding by the friction generated on the outer circumferential surface of the rotation bar 132, so that the rotation bar 132 can be attached to the rotation bar 132. On the other hand, the hair or the like collected in the rotation bar 132 may be collected into the dust collector by a suction force.

The rotating member 130 may further include a rotating wheel 134 provided at both ends of the rotating shaft 132 and rotating together with the rotating shaft 132. The rotating wheel 134 may rotate together with the rotating rod 132 to guide foreign objects such as hair to the inlet 110. Further, the rotary wheel 134 may be provided with a tooth whose outer circumferential surface is protruded as compared with the rotary shaft 132. When the user moves the manual cleaning module 100 in the advancing direction, the moving force is applied to the manual cleaning module 100 so that the user moves the manual cleaning module 100 You can reduce the labor you need.

The manual cleaning module 100 is provided with a connector 150 of the manual cleaning module 100 connected to the connector portion 270 of the automatic traveling module 200. At this time, the two connector units 150 and 270 can electrically connect the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 to each other. Therefore, when the rechargeable battery pack 100 is equipped with the manual cleaning module 100, the electricity stored in the rechargeable battery is transferred to the automatic driving module 200 so that the automatic driving module 200 can be driven. Further, when the two connector parts 150 and 270 are brought into contact with each other, communication with respect to control signals is also performed between them, so that signals generated from the manual cleaning module 100 or the automatic traveling module 200 are transmitted to the automatic traveling To the module (200) or the manual cleaning module (100).

Since the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 are connected by the two connector portions 150 and 270 in a wired form rather than wirelessly, it is possible to stably transmit electricity or signals to each other.

It is preferable that the width W1 of the portion where the suction port 110 is installed is wider than the width W2 of the portion of the manual cleaning module 100 where the dust collecting container is installed. Of course, since the dust collecting box is a component accommodated in the manual cleaning module 100, it is not illustrated in the drawing, but the rear of the manual cleaning module 100, that is, the opposite side of the portion where the inlet 110 is installed Respectively.

Since the foreign object is collected through the inlet 110, the larger the area of the inlet 110, the better. However, when the suction port 110 is infinitely expanded, the suction force must be increased correspondingly in order to perform cleaning. The size and the weight of the manual cleaning module 100 can not be infinitely increased in order to increase the suction force. Accordingly, the suction port 110 is extended by a sufficient length in the width direction rather than the longitudinal direction, thereby providing an efficient cleaning area when the user performs cleaning.

Preferably, the space provided with the dust collecting container increases the space utilization so that the width of the manual cleaning module 100 is reduced. That is, the portion W1 where the suction port 110 is installed forms a sufficient width for cleaning performance, and the portion W2 where the suction port 110 is not installed removes an unnecessary space for space efficiency and user's mobility can do.

The manual cleaning module 100 may be provided with a rechargeable battery. At this time, the rechargeable battery is charged by an external power source and can provide electricity to generate a suction force through the inlet 110. When the rechargeable battery is provided, the manual cleaning module 100 does not need to be connected to an external power source through an electric wire, so that there is no restriction of movement required for the user to move the manual cleaning module 100. Therefore, the user can freely clean the bedding.

FIG. 3 is a bottom view of the automatic traveling module in FIG. 1. FIG. This will be described below with reference to Fig.

The automatic traveling module 200 is provided with a through hole 230 through which the suction port 110 provided in the manual cleaning module 100 passes through the automatic traveling module 200 and is exposed to the bedding.

Of course, one end of the through hole 230 may be formed at the outer end of the automatic traveling module 200, and one end of the through hole 230 may be opened. However, when the outer circumferential surface of the through hole 230 is received in the automatic traveling module 200, the automatic traveling module 200 can be stably engaged with the manual cleaning module 100. In other words, when the respective edges of the manual cleaning module 100 are wrapped by the automatic driving module 200 as a whole, the manual cleaning module 100 moves in the forward, backward, left and right directions of the automatic driving module 200 The automatic traveling module 200 can carry out the cleaning while stably moving the manual cleaning module 100. [0050] As shown in FIG.

The automatic traveling module 200 may include a UV lamp 240 for irradiating ultraviolet rays. The UV lamp 240 can be sterilized by irradiating ultraviolet rays with acupuncture or the like to bedding or the like to disinfect the bedding. Unlike the suction of the foreign object through the suction port 110, the UV lamp 240 can improve cleaning power by sterilization.

At this time, the U-shaped lamp 240 may be formed to extend along the width direction of the through hole 230. It is preferable that the width of the U-shaped lamp 240 is extended to a degree similar to the width of the inlet 110 because the cleaning area is generated by the width of the inlet 110.

Meanwhile, the automatic traveling module 200 may include a cliff sensor 250. When the fall prevention sensor 250 detects a difference in height over a predetermined height, the fall prevention sensor 250 determines that the automatic traveling module 200 is no longer moving in the corresponding direction. Therefore, the automatic traveling module 200 can be prevented from falling out of the bedding.

The fall prevention sensor 250 may be provided at four corners of the automatic traveling module 200. Since the automatic traveling module 200 has a rectangular shape as a whole, the fall prevention sensor 250 is provided at each vertex of the rectangle, so that the automatic traveling module 200 can be stably driven.

An obstacle detecting sensor 260 for detecting an obstacle may be provided in front of the automatic driving module 200. The obstacle detecting sensor 260 can determine whether an obstacle is located on a moving path of the automatic driving module 200 by using infrared rays or light. When the obstacle is located in front of the automatic driving module 200, the automatic driving module 200 can be moved by avoiding the obstacle by sensing the obstacle detection sensor 260.

Two driving wheels 210 are provided on both sides of the automatic driving module 200. The driving wheel 210 may be individually rotated by a driving motor provided in the automatic traveling module 200. For example, when the automatic traveling module 200 advances or retreats, the two driving wheels 210 rotate at the same rotational speed, but when the automatic traveling module 200 rotates to one side, The two drive wheels 210 can be rotated at different rotational speeds.

Meanwhile, it is preferable that a part of the driving wheel 210 protrudes to the lower surface of the automatic driving module 200 so that the driving wheel 210 can be in contact with the bedding well. The driving wheel 210 can improve friction with the bedding, and a plurality of teeth can be protruded to enable stable driving.

FIG. 4 is a view showing a state in which FIG. 1 is combined, and FIG. 5 is a view showing a bottom of FIG. This will be described below with reference to Figs. 4 and 5. Fig.

When the manual driving module 200 and the automatic driving module 200 are coupled with each other, the manual driving module 100 and the automatic driving module 200 are coupled together while the automatic driving module 200 is traveling on the bedding .

5, the inlet 110 and the rotary member 130 may be directly exposed to the bedding through the through hole 230. [ Therefore, the suction force through the suction port 110 can be transmitted to the bedding, and various foreign substances attached to the bedding can be attached to the rotating member 130 by friction while the rotating member 130 is rotated.

When the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module are coupled to each other, the front side can be supported by the rotary wheel 134 of the rotary member 130, and the rear side can be supported by the driving wheel 210 As shown in FIG. However, since the rotary wheel 134 only plays an auxiliary role, the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 are substantially moved by the driving wheel 210. [

Hereinafter, the operation of the acupuncture vacuum cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention will be described.

First, when the bedding is cleaned using only the manual cleaning module 100, the user may turn on the manual cleaning module 100 using the first input unit 140. Of course, it is also possible to adjust the degree of the suction force generated by the manual cleaning module 100 in the first input unit 140.

After the user grasps the hand on the handle 120, the user can contact the suction port 110 with the desired bedding so as to suck foreign matters attached to the bedding.

The striking part 114 can be struck by the suction motor while the protruding piece 116 is in direct contact with the bedding, so that the dust contained in the bedding can be separated from the bedding. The separated dust can be collected into the dust collector through the suction force through the suction port 110.

Since the rotating member 130 is also rotated, not only the dust attached to the bedding but also foreign matter such as hair can be easily attached to the rotating member 130. In particular, since the rotating member 130 rotates irrespective of the user moving the manual cleaning module 100, rotation can be performed even when the user stops the manual cleaning module 100. Therefore, foreign matter such as hair can be easily sucked from the bedding by the suction force, friction due to rotation of the rotary member 130, and suctioned into the dust collecting container.

Alternatively, in the state where the manual cleaning module 100 is coupled to the automatic traveling module 200, cleaning can be performed without depending on the user.

First, power is applied to the manual cleaning module 100 using the first input unit 140. The automatic traveling module 200 can start the movement of the automatic traveling module 200 through the second input unit 220. Of course, since the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic driving module 200 are connected to each other by the connector portions 150 and 270, when the manual cleaning module 100 is coupled to the automatic driving module 200 The second input unit 220 is activated. Accordingly, the user can control the automatic traveling module 200 through the second input unit 220.

When the cleaning start signal is received, the automatic driving module 200 can be moved on the bedding while the driving wheel 210 is rotated.

While the automatic traveling module 200 is moving, the obstacle detection sensor 260 detects an obstacle to be avoided in the path of the automatic traveling module 200. When an obstacle is detected, the automatic driving module 200 can avoid the obstacle and can be moved along another moving route.

Also, while the automatic traveling module 200 is moving, the fall prevention sensor 250 determines whether the position of the automatic traveling module 200 is the edge of the bedding, that is, the boundary of the bedding. The automatic traveling module 200 stops moving in the corresponding direction and moves the automatic traveling module 200 in the other direction, Can be prevented from falling off the bedding.

On the other hand, when the automatic traveling module 200 performs cleaning, the UV lamp 240 is driven to irradiate ultraviolet rays onto the bedding. In this case, when cleaning is performed using the U-shaped lamp 240, it is preferable that the driving wheel 210 moves the automatic driving module 200 to stay at the same position for more than a preset time.

In general, ultraviolet rays are preferably irradiated at the same position for a predetermined time, for example, 30 seconds or longer, in order to obtain the effect of sterilizing the bedding by the UV lamp 240. In the case of irradiating ultraviolet rays for a time equal to or shorter than the preset time, the bedding can not irradiate sufficient light, and a sterilizing effect such as removing a mite or the like can not be obtained. However, if manual cleaning is done by a person, it is virtually impossible to keep the bedding at the same position for more than 30 seconds. This is because it is common for the user to move the cleaner continuously to finish cleaning quickly.

Therefore, in the present invention, the function of automatic running rather than a human hand is introduced, and the manual cleaning module 100 is moved in a state of being mounted on the automatic traveling module 200, so that the bedding can be sufficiently sterilized. That is, when the user uses the U-bulb lamp 240 for cleaning, it is desirable that the automatic traveling module 200 is moved at a significantly slower speed than the speed at which the user normally moves the cleaner.

Since most of the operations performed when cleaning is performed only by the manual cleaning module 100 while cleaning the automatic traveling module 200 and the manual cleaning module 100 are performed in the same manner, The description of the contents is omitted.

FIG. 6 is a view illustrating an acupuncture cleaner according to another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 7 is a view illustrating a state in which FIG. 6 is coupled. This will be described below with reference to Figs. 6 and 7. Fig.

In another embodiment of the present invention, the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 are mounted and fixed. And can be seated and stored in the storage module 300 while the automatic cleaning module 200 and the manual cleaning module 100 are not cleaned.

The storage module 300 is provided with an internal space for receiving and mounting the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200. The lower surface of the manual cleaning module 100 and the lower surface of the automatic traveling module 200 are enclosed in the inner space and are prevented from being exposed to the outside.

The storage module 300 may be provided with a depression 322 recessed by a predetermined depth at a position corresponding to the suction port 110. At this time, it is preferable that the shape of the outer peripheral surface of the depression 322 has an area that can accommodate the surface corresponding to the rotary member 130 and the U-shaped lamp 240 as well as the suction port 110.

At this time, the depression 322 is provided with a reflector 320 for reflecting the light emitted from the U-shaped lamp 240. The reflector 320 may reflect ultraviolet light to the manual cleaning module 100 or the automatic traveling module 200 at a position corresponding to the UV lamp 240.

The storage module 300 may include a brush 330 that is moved to the left or right at a position corresponding to the suction port 110. At this time, the brush 330 is installed in the depressed portion 322, and reciprocates in the lateral direction of the depressed portion 322, thereby removing foreign matter adhering to the suction port 110. When the brush 330 is moved to the left or right, a suction motor provided in the manual cleaning module 100 is provided to move the foreign object, which is separated from the suction port 110, by the movement of the brush 330, Can be inhaled.

Both ends of the brush 330 are coupled to guide grooves formed at one side of the depression 322, and can reciprocate along the guide grooves.

The brush 330 is preferably extended to be in contact with the rotating member 130. Since the rotating member 130 rotates while contacting the bedding, there is a greater risk that foreign matter is attached to the rotating member 130 as compared with the suction port 110. Therefore, the foreign matter attached to the rotating member 130 can be separated from the rotating member 130 by the friction of the brush 330.

The storage module 300 may include two depressions 310 in which the driving wheel 210 protrudes downward by a predetermined height. Since the two depressions 310 accommodate a part of the driving wheel 210 of the automatic traveling module 200, it is possible to prevent the entire thickness of the storage module 300 from becoming thick.

In addition, another embodiment of the present invention may further include a charging unit 400 capable of long-term removable to the storage module. At this time, the charging unit 400 can be seated in the seat piece 312 between the two depressions 310. Since the seating piece 312 is recessed by the thickness of the charging unit 400, the storage module 300 is prevented from being thickened due to the charging unit 400.

The charging unit 400 may charge the rechargeable battery included in the manual cleaning module 100 wirelessly. Various methods such as induction heating can be used for charging by wireless. The charging unit 400 is provided with a power line 410 connected to an external power source.

Meanwhile, the charging unit 400 includes a connector portion that is in direct contact with the storage module 300, so that the storage module 300 can be wired. Thereby supplying electricity for driving the brush 330.

8 is a view showing a mode in which charging by the charging unit is performed. This will be described below with reference to FIG.

Since the charging unit 400 can be attached to and detached from the storage module 300, when the charging unit 400 is removed from the storage module 300 as shown in FIG. 8, It is possible.

At this time, the charging unit 400 is connected to the external power source by the power line 410 by wire. On the other hand, the charging unit 400 is wirelessly connected to the rechargeable battery included in the manual cleaning module 100, so that charging using the wireless can be performed.

When the charging unit 400 is placed below the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200, charging by the charging unit 400 may be performed on the rechargeable battery . Various types of charging can be applied, such as induction heating.

Fig. 9 is a cross-sectional view partially cut away in Fig. 6. Fig. Hereinafter, an operation method of another embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG.

The manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 may be accommodated in the storage module 300 and stored. At this time, when the storage module 300 is installed in the charging unit 400, the rechargeable battery included in the manual cleaning module 100 may be charged.

At this time, when the power is applied to the U-shaped lamp 240, light is emitted from the U-shaped lamp 240. The light is reflected by the reflection plate 320 and reflected by the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 to sterilize the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 .

The brush 330 also reciprocates in the left and right directions to remove foreign matter adhering to the inlet 110, the guide 112, the hitting portion 114, and the rotary member 130. The rotating member 130 is also rotated so that the brush 330 can clean the entire outer circumferential surface of the rotating member 130.

Particularly, the suction motor provided in the manual cleaning module 100 is driven so that the foreign matter removed from the suction port 110, the guide 112, the hitting portion 114, To the dust collecting container. That is, in the present invention, while the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic driving module 200 are stored in the storage module 300, the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic driving module 200 are cleaned, Can be performed simultaneously.

10 is a block diagram showing the control configuration of the present invention. This will be described below with reference to Fig.

The present invention may include a control unit 500 to receive signals obtained from the first input unit 140, the second input unit 220, the fall prevention sensor 250 and the obstacle detection sensor 260 have. The controller 500 may be included in the manual cleaning module 100.

Since the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200 are connected to each other by the connector units 150 and 270, the control unit 500 can receive the signals obtained from the respective components .

When the manual cleaning module 100 is mounted on the automatic traveling module 200, the controller 500 connects the manual cleaning module 100 and the automatic traveling module 200, (200) are combined with each other.

Accordingly, in order to prevent confusion of menu selection to the user, the first input unit 140 generates only a control signal related to on or off of the manual cleaning module 100, and the second input unit 220 generates the control signal It is possible to generate only the control signal relating to the automatic running and sterilization mode of the module. Of course, it is also possible that the second input unit 220 controls the brush 320 of the storage module 300.

Such an implementation can inform the user that the mode can be input through the corresponding input unit by using means such as an indicator that can indicate activation respectively to the first input unit 140 and the second input unit 220 . In this case, it means that the user can operate the first input unit 140 or the second input unit 220 to generate a control signal.

In particular, when the manual driving module 200 is disconnected from the automatic driving module 200, the operation of the automatic driving module 200 is unnecessary, so that the second input unit 220 can be inactivated . Here, the term 'deactivation' means that a control signal is not generated even if the user operates the second input unit 220.

The control unit 500 controls the operation of the driving wheel 210, the suction motor 102, the brush 330, the rotating member 130, and the U-shaped lamp 240 according to the obtained signal .

Since the automatic traveling module 200 and the storage module 300 are connected to each other by a connector (not shown), the controller 500 controls the components of the automatic traveling module 200, It is also possible to control the components provided in the module 300.

When the manual cleaning module 100 is coupled to the automatic driving module 200, the driving wheel 210 is driven according to a preset program in the controller 500 so that the automatic driving module 200 Can be driven.

FIG. 11 is a bottom view of a manual cleaning module according to another embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 12 is a bottom view of the automatic traveling module shown in FIG.

In the acupuncture vacuum cleaner according to another embodiment of the present invention, the UBI lamp 240 is provided in the manual cleaning module 100 rather than the automatic traveling module 200.

In order to achieve the effect of sterilizing the bedding by the U-shaped lamp 240, it is necessary that the U-shaped lamp 240 irradiates the bedding at the same position for a preset time, that is, about 30 seconds or more. However, there is a case where the user sucks foreign matter through the suction port 110 and desires sterilization through the UV lamp 240 even for a short time. In this case, the above-described U-beam lamp 240 may be provided in the manual cleaning module 100 to satisfy the user's desire.

Since the other configuration except for the above-mentioned Ube lamp 240 is the same as the one embodiment of the present invention described above, the above-described contents of the present invention can be applied to another embodiment of the present invention, Is omitted.

It is to be understood that the invention is not limited to the disclosed embodiments, but, on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

100: Manual cleaning module 110: Suction port
120: handle 130: first input
200: automatic traveling module 210: driving wheel
220: second input unit 240:
250: fall prevention sensor 260: obstacle detection sensor
300: Storage module 310: Depression
320: Reflector 330: Brush
400: Charging unit 500:

Claims (29)

A manual cleaning module having a suction port, a dust collecting container for collecting foreign matter sucked from the suction port, and a handle for manual cleaning; And
And an automatic traveling module having a driving wheel and automatically running the manual cleaning module while the manual cleaning module is mounted,
The manual cleaning module or the automatic traveling module is provided with a UV lamp for irradiating ultraviolet rays,
Wherein the driving wheel is driven so that the automatic traveling module stays at the same position for a predetermined time or more when the U-shaped lamp is operated. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the manual cleaning module includes a first input unit capable of selecting a mode for generating a suction force in the suction port,
Wherein the automatic traveling module includes a second input unit capable of selecting a mode for operating the driving wheel. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the driving wheel is driven according to a predetermined program when cleaning is performed in a state where the manual cleaning module is mounted on the automatic traveling module. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the manual cleaning module is cleanable only by the manual cleaning module while the manual cleaning module is detached from the automatic traveling module. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the manual cleaning module further comprises a rotating member for collecting foreign matter by rotation. 6. The method of claim 5,
Wherein the rotating member includes a rotating rod that rotates to collect the hair or the yarn by friction of the outer peripheral surface. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the width of the manual cleaning module is wider than a portion where the dust collecting container is installed. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the automatic traveling module is provided with a through hole through which the suction port is exposed through the automatic traveling module. delete delete The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the automatic traveling module further comprises at least one of a cliff sensor and an obstacle detection sensor. The method according to claim 1,
Wherein the automatic traveling module and the manual cleaning module are provided with connector portions for contacting with each other to transmit electric or control signals. A manual cleaning module having a suction port, a dust collecting container for collecting foreign matter sucked from the suction port, and a handle for manual cleaning;
An automatic traveling module having a driving wheel and automatically running the manual cleaning module while the manual cleaning module is mounted; And
And a storage module to which the manual cleaning module and the automatic traveling module are mounted,
The storage module
Wherein when the manual-cleaning module and the automatic-traveling module are installed, the automatic traveling module is configured to surround at least a part of the outer circumferential surface of the automatic traveling module, thereby restricting the movement of the automatic traveling module by the driving wheel. 14. The method of claim 13,
A connector for connecting the automatic traveling module and the manual cleaning module in contact with each other,
Wherein the manual cleaning module is provided with a rechargeable battery. 15. The method of claim 14,
Further comprising a charging unit capable of charging the rechargeable battery,
The charging unit is removably attachable to the storage module,
Wherein the charging unit is capable of charging when the manual cleaning module and the automatic traveling module are mounted on the storage module. 15. The method of claim 14,
Wherein the driving wheel is formed of two pieces and protrudes by a predetermined height below the automatic driving module,
Wherein the storage module is provided with two depressions for respectively receiving the two driving wheels. 17. The method of claim 16,
Wherein the storage module includes a charging unit capable of charging the rechargeable battery,
And the charging unit is provided between the two depressed portions. 14. The method of claim 13,
The manual cleaning module or the automatic traveling module may further comprise a UV lamp for irradiating ultraviolet rays,
Wherein the storage module is provided with a reflector for reflecting ultraviolet light at a position corresponding to the UV lamp to the manual cleaning module or the automatic traveling module. 14. The method of claim 13,
Wherein the storage module further comprises a brush which is moved left and right at a position corresponding to the suction port. 20. The method of claim 19,
Wherein the brush moves reciprocally in the width direction of the suction port. 21. The method of claim 20,
Wherein when the brush moves back and forth, the suction motor provided in the manual cleaning module is driven so that foreign matter is sucked into the dust collecting container. 20. The method of claim 19,
Wherein the manual cleaning module further comprises a rotating member for collecting the foreign object by rotation,
Wherein the brush extends to contact the rotating member. 14. The method of claim 13,
The manual cleaning module is provided with a rechargeable battery,
Further comprising a charging unit capable of charging the rechargeable battery,
Wherein the charging unit is connected to an external power source by a power line, and when the charging unit is disposed at a lower portion of the manual cleaning module, the rechargeable battery is charged. A manual cleaning module provided with a suction port, a dust collecting container for collecting foreign objects sucked in from the suction port, a handle for manual cleaning, and a rechargeable battery; And
An automatic traveling module for automatically running the manual cleaning module in a state in which the manual cleaning module is mounted; And
And a charging unit capable of charging the rechargeable battery of the manual cleaning module,
The charging unit
Wherein the battery pack is connected to an external power source by a power line, and when the manual cleaning module is disposed at an upper portion thereof, the rechargeable battery of the manual cleaning module is charged. 25. The method of claim 24,
And a storage module to which the manual cleaning module and the automatic traveling module are mounted and fixed. 26. The method of claim 25,
Wherein the charging unit is removably attachable to the storage module. 27. The method of claim 26,
The rechargeable battery of the manual cleaning module
Wherein the automatic cleaning module is capable of being charged when the manual cleaning module and the automatic traveling module are mounted on the storage module. 28. The method of claim 27,
Each of the automatic traveling module and the manual cleaning module
And a connector for electrically connecting the automatic traveling module and the manual cleaning module to each other. 26. The method of claim 25,
The charging unit
And supplying electricity to the storage module through contact with the storage module.

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