KR20230165439A - Cleaner station - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a vacuum cleaner station, and includes a housing, a coupling portion to which at least a portion of a cleaner is coupled, a dust collecting portion accommodated inside the housing and disposed below the coupling portion and collecting dust inside the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner, and the housing. It is accommodated inside and disposed below the dust collection unit and includes a dust collection motor that generates a suction force, wherein the dust collection unit includes a dust separation unit that separates dust from the air flowing in from the dust bin, and dust separated from the dust separation unit. A dust bag that stores the dust bag, a bag support portion that accommodates the dust bag, and a dust bag cartridge that is detachably coupled to the lower side of the dust separator and supplies the dust bag, so that a new dust bag can be supplied when the dust bag is used up. There is an effect.

Description

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The present invention relates to a vacuum cleaner station, and more specifically, to a vacuum cleaner station that separates dust contained in air, collects it in a dust bag, and empties only the dust bag.

In general, a vacuum cleaner is a home appliance that sucks in small trash or dust by sucking air using electricity and fills the dust bin inside the product, and is commonly called a vacuum cleaner.

These vacuum cleaners can be divided into manual vacuum cleaners, in which the user moves the vacuum cleaner while performing cleaning, and automatic vacuum cleaners, in which the vacuum cleaner performs cleaning while traveling on its own. Depending on the type of cleaner, manual cleaners can be classified into canister-type cleaners, upright cleaners, hand-held cleaners, and stick-type cleaners.

In the past, canister-type vacuum cleaners were widely used as household cleaners, but recently, hand-held vacuum cleaners and stick vacuum cleaners, which provide improved convenience of use by providing a dust bin and vacuum cleaner body, are increasingly being used.

A canisty-type vacuum cleaner has its main body and suction port connected by a rubber hose or pipe, and in some cases, it can be used by inserting a brush into the suction port.

The Hand Vacuum Cleaner is designed to maximize portability. Although it is light in weight, it is short in length, so the cleaning area you can sit on may be limited. Therefore, it is used to clean localized areas, such as on a desk or sofa, or inside a car.

Stick vacuum cleaners can be used while standing, so you can clean without bending down. Therefore, it is advantageous for cleaning a large area while moving. While a handheld vacuum cleaner cleans narrow spaces, a stick vacuum cleaner can clean larger spaces and high places that cannot be reached by hand. Recently, stick vacuum cleaners have been provided in module types, allowing users to actively change the vacuum cleaner type for various purposes.

Additionally, recently, robot vacuum cleaners that clean themselves without user intervention have been used. A robot vacuum cleaner automatically cleans the area you want to clean by sucking in foreign substances such as dust from the floor while driving around the area you want to clean.

However, the capacity of the dust bin for storing collected dust in conventional handheld vacuum cleaners, stick vacuum cleaners, and robot vacuum cleaners is small, so users have the inconvenience of having to empty the dust bin every time.

Additionally, when the dust bin is emptied, there is a problem in that dust scatters and has a detrimental effect on the user's health.

Additionally, if the remaining dust in the dust bin was not removed, there was a problem of lowering the suction power of the vacuum cleaner.

Additionally, if the remaining dust in the dust bin was not removed, there was a problem of generating a bad smell due to the residue.

As a prior patent document, Korean Patent Publication KR10-2161708B1 discloses a station including a dust bag.

The prior patent document includes a station where a dust bin of a vacuum cleaner is coupled, and a dust bag is disposed at the station. At this time, the dust bag is coupled to the inside of the vacuum cleaner's housing along a sliding groove, and the outer surface of the dust bag is made of a material that allows air to pass through and be filtered.

However, in the case of such a permeable or semi-permeable dust bag, there is a problem that dust inside the dust bag may leak out of the dust bag and bad odors may also leak out of the dust bag.

In addition, as a prior patent document, Korean Patent Publication KR10-2021-0019940A discloses a vacuum cleaner station that collects dust collected in the dust bin of a vacuum cleaner.

The prior patent document includes a cleaner that sucks and stores dust in the air and a cleaner station coupled to the dust bin to remove dust stored in the dust bin, and the cleaner station includes foreign substances in the dust bin coupled to the cleaner station and It includes a dust collection motor that sucks internal air, and includes a plastic bag type dust collection unit.

However, in the above vacuum cleaner station, when the dust collection motor operates, the plastic bag may be pulled toward the dust collection motor and crushed flat.

Therefore, the above-mentioned vacuum cleaner station has difficulty collecting dust within the plastic bag as the inner space of the plastic bag narrows when the dust collection motor operates.

In addition, in the above vacuum cleaner station, dust is collected in a plastic bag without being separated from the air, so there is a problem that some dust flows into the dust collection motor.

Meanwhile, in the case of the above vacuum cleaner station, it is necessary to be equipped with a cartridge that can replace the consumable plastic bag.

At this time, in the case of a plastic bag replacement cartridge, since it is detachably coupled to the housing, there is a limit to the possibility that dust contained in the air can scatter through the space where the cartridge is coupled.

Furthermore, if the cartridge is not correctly mounted in the station housing, a large amount of dust may scatter during the dust collection process, which may cause failure of components inside the station.

Therefore, it is necessary to provide a structure that can prevent the cartridge from being incorrectly installed and detect whether the cartridge is correctly installed.

The present invention was created to improve the problems of the conventional vacuum cleaner station as described above, and its purpose is to provide a vacuum cleaner station that can maintain the shape of a dust bag while dust is collected.

In addition, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station in which dust can be separated from the air and collected in a dust bag as air containing dust flows toward the dust collection motor.

Additionally, the purpose is to provide a vacuum cleaner station that does not require users to tie dust bags themselves.

Additionally, the purpose is to provide a vacuum cleaner station that allows the user to empty the dust bin by removing only the dust bag.

Additionally, the purpose is to provide a vacuum cleaner station that can supply new dust bags when the dust bags are used up.

In addition, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station that can prevent dust from scattering from a cartridge capable of supplying a dust bag.

Additionally, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station that can prevent cartridges from being incorrectly installed.

Additionally, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station that can detect whether the cartridge is correctly installed.

In order to achieve the above-described object, the vacuum cleaner station according to the present invention includes a housing; A coupling portion disposed on the housing and including a coupling surface to which at least a portion of the cleaner is coupled; a dust collection unit accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the coupling unit, and collecting dust inside the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner; a dust collection motor accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the dust collection unit, and generating a suction force to suck dust inside the dust bin; and a flow path portion that guides air containing dust inside the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner to the dust collection motor.

Additionally, the dust collection unit may include a dust separation unit that separates dust from the air flowing in from the dust bin; a dust bag storing dust separated by the dust separation unit; a bag support portion that accommodates the dust bag; and a dust bag cartridge that is detachably coupled to the lower side of the dust separator and supplies the dust bag.

At this time, the dust separator includes a dust separator case equipped with a cyclone therein, and the lower surface of the dust separator case may be inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground.

The dust separator may be provided on a lower side of the dust separator case and may be provided with a sealer in contact with the dust bag cartridge.

The dust collection unit further includes a jointer disposed below the dust bag cartridge and joining the dust bags, and an upper surface of the jointer may be inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground.

The jointer may be equipped with a sealer on its upper side that is in contact with the dust bag cartridge.

The lower surface of the dust separator may gradually decrease in height from the ground from the front end where the dust bag cartridge is inserted toward the rear.

The height of the upper surface of the jointer from the ground may gradually increase from the front end where the dust bag cartridge is inserted toward the rear.

The dust bag cartridge includes a cartridge case; It may include an upper sealer provided on the upper side of the cartridge case.

The dust bag cartridge includes a cartridge case; It may include a lower sealer provided on the lower side of the cartridge case.

The adapter includes a adapter case; It may include a cartridge detection sensor provided on an upper side of the jointer case and detecting whether the dust bag cartridge is coupled.

As described above, according to the vacuum cleaner station according to the present invention, the shape of the dust bag can be maintained while dust is collected.

Additionally, as air containing dust flows toward the dust collection motor, the dust can be separated and collected in a dust bag.

In addition, the upper side of the dust bag is joined by a jointer, which has the effect of allowing the user to seal the dust bag without directly tying the dust bag.

Additionally, there is an effect in that the user can empty the dust bin by only removing the sealed dust bag.

Additionally, the purpose is to provide a vacuum cleaner station that can supply new dust bags when the dust bags are used up.

In addition, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station that can prevent dust from scattering from a cartridge capable of supplying a dust bag.

Additionally, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station that can prevent cartridges from being incorrectly installed.

Additionally, the purpose is to provide a cleaner station that can detect whether the cartridge is correctly installed.

1 is a diagram for explaining a vacuum cleaner system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the configuration of a vacuum cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 3 is a view of the vacuum cleaner of FIG. 2 viewed from another angle.
Figure 4 is a diagram for explaining the lower side of the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner in the vacuum cleaner system according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 5 is a diagram for explaining a coupling part in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 is a perspective view illustrating a fixing unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figures 7 and 8 are diagrams for explaining the relationship between a vacuum cleaner and a door unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 9 is a diagram for explaining the relationship between a vacuum cleaner and a cover opening unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 10 is a diagram for explaining the specific arrangement and configuration of the dust collection unit in the vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
FIG. 11 is a diagram illustrating a process in which dust flows through a dust collection unit and a flow path unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 12 is a front view for explaining a dust collection unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 13 is a perspective view illustrating a dust separation unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 14 is a perspective view to explain the bag support part in the vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 15 is a cross-sectional view illustrating a dust bag cartridge in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 16 is a view for explaining the lower side of the dust separation unit in the vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 17 is a view for explaining the upper side of the joint in the vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 18 is a perspective view illustrating a dust bag cartridge in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 19 is a perspective view of Figure 18 viewed from another direction.
Figure 20 is a schematic diagram illustrating a state before a dust bag cartridge is inserted in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 21 is a schematic diagram illustrating a state in which a dust bag cartridge is inserted and sealed in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 22 is a diagram for explaining the configuration of a jointer in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 23 is a diagram for explaining a flow path portion and a pre-filter in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 24 is a block diagram for explaining the control configuration in the vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings.

Since the present invention can make various changes and have various embodiments, specific embodiments will be illustrated in the drawings and described in detail in the detailed description. This is not intended to limit the present invention to specific embodiments, and should be interpreted as including all changes, equivalents, and substitutes included in the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

The terms used in this application are only used to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the invention. Singular expressions may include plural expressions, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, may have the same meaning as commonly understood by a person of ordinary skill in the technical field to which the present invention pertains. Terms defined in commonly used dictionaries can be interpreted as having meanings consistent with the meanings they have in the context of related technologies, and unless clearly defined in this application, are interpreted as having an ideal or excessively formal meaning. It may not work.

Figure 1 shows a diagram for explaining a vacuum cleaner system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 1, a vacuum cleaner system 1 according to an embodiment of the present specification may include a vacuum cleaner 200 and a vacuum cleaner station 100.

The cleaner system 1 may include a cleaner station 100 . A cleaner 200 may be coupled to the cleaner station 100. A vacuum cleaner 200 may be coupled to the side of the vacuum cleaner station 100. The vacuum cleaner station 100 can remove dust from the dust bin 220 of the vacuum cleaner 200.

Figure 2 shows a schematic diagram of the configuration of a vacuum cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention, Figure 3 shows a view of the vacuum cleaner of Figure 2 from a different angle, and Figure 4 shows a schematic diagram of the structure of a vacuum cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention. A drawing is shown to explain the lower side of the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner in the following vacuum cleaner system.

First, the structure of the vacuum cleaner 200 will be described with reference to FIGS. 2 to 4 as follows.

The vacuum cleaner 200 may refer to a vacuum cleaner that is manually operated by a user. For example, the vacuum cleaner 200 may refer to a handheld vacuum cleaner or a stick vacuum cleaner.

The vacuum cleaner 200 may be mounted on the vacuum cleaner station 100. The cleaner 200 may be supported by the cleaner station 100. The cleaner 200 may be coupled to the cleaner station 100.

Meanwhile, in one embodiment of the present invention, the direction of the vacuum cleaner 200 can be defined based on when the dust bin 220 and the bottom surface (lower surface) of the battery housing 230 are placed on the ground.

At this time, the front may refer to the direction in which the suction unit 212 is disposed based on the suction motor 214, and the rear may refer to the direction in which the handle 216 is disposed relative to the suction motor 214. Also, when looking at the suction unit 212 from the suction motor 214, the direction located on the right side can be called right, and the direction located on the left side can be called left. In addition, in one embodiment of the present invention, the upper and lower sides can be defined along a direction perpendicular to the ground based on when the bottom surface (lower surface) of the dust bin 220 and the battery housing 230 is placed on the ground. .

The vacuum cleaner 200 may include a main body 210. The main body 210 may include a main body housing 211, a suction unit 212, a dust separation unit 213, a suction motor 214, an air discharge cover 215, a handle 216, and an operating unit 218. there is.

The main housing 211 may have the appearance of the vacuum cleaner 200. The main housing 211 may provide a space to accommodate the suction motor 214 and a filter (not shown) therein. The main housing 211 may be configured in a shape similar to a cylinder.

The suction part 212 may protrude outward from the main housing 211. As an example, the suction part 212 may be formed in a cylindrical shape with an open interior. The suction unit 212 may be combined with the extension pipe 250. The suction part 212 may provide a flow path through which air containing dust can flow (hereinafter referred to as a 'suction flow path').

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, a virtual line can be formed that penetrates the inside of the suction part 212, which has a cylindrical shape.

The dust separation unit 213 may be in communication with the suction unit 212. The dust separation unit 213 can separate dust sucked into the dust through the suction unit 212. The space inside the dust separator 213 may be in communication with the space inside the dust bin 220.

For example, the dust separation unit 213 may include at least one cyclone unit capable of separating dust by cyclonic flow. Additionally, the space inside the dust separation unit 213 may communicate with the suction flow path. Accordingly, the air and dust sucked in through the suction unit 212 flows spirally along the inner peripheral surface of the dust separation unit 213. Therefore, cyclonic flow may occur in the internal space of the dust separation unit 213.

The dust separation unit 213 is in communication with the suction unit 212, and is configured to apply the principle of a dust collector using centrifugal force to separate dust sucked into the interior of the main body 210 through the suction unit 212.

The dust separation unit 213 may further include a secondary cyclone that again separates dust from the air discharged from the cyclone. At this time, the secondary cyclone may be located inside the cyclone so that the size of the dust separation unit is minimized. The secondary cyclone may include multiple cyclone bodies arranged in parallel. The air discharged from the cyclone can be divided and passed through multiple cyclone bodies.

At this time, the axis of the cyclonic flow of the secondary cyclone may also extend in the vertical direction, and the axis of the cyclonic flow of the cyclone and the axis of the cyclonic flow of the secondary cyclone may be coaxial in the vertical direction, This may be collectively referred to as the axis of the cyclonic flow of the dust separation unit 213.

The suction motor 214 may generate suction force to suck air. The suction motor 214 may be accommodated within the main housing 211. The suction motor 214 can generate suction force by rotation. As an example, the suction motor 214 may be provided in a similar cylindrical shape.

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, a virtual suction motor axis can be formed by extending the rotation axis of the suction motor 214.

The air discharge cover 215 may be disposed on one side of the main housing 211 in the axial direction. The air discharge cover 215 may accommodate a filter for filtering air. As an example, a HEPA filter may be accommodated in the air discharge cover 215.

An air outlet may be formed in the air discharge cover 215 to discharge air sucked by the suction force of the suction motor 214.

A flow guide may be disposed on the air discharge cover 215. The flow guide may guide the flow of air discharged through the air outlet.

Handle 216 may be held by a user. The handle 216 may be placed behind the suction motor 214. As an example, the handle 216 may be shaped similarly to a cylinder. Alternatively, the handle 216 may be formed in the shape of a curved cylinder. The handle 216 may be disposed at a predetermined angle with the main housing 211, the suction motor 214, or the dust separation unit 213.

The handle 216 includes a grip portion 216a formed in a column shape so that the user can hold it, and a first extension connected to one end in the longitudinal direction (axial direction) of the grip portion 216a and extending toward the suction motor 214. It may include a second extension portion 216c that is connected to the other end in the longitudinal direction (axial direction) of the portion 216b and the grip portion 216a and extends toward the dust bin 220 .

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, a virtual gripper penetration line may be formed that extends along the longitudinal direction (axial direction of the column) of the gripper 216a and penetrates the gripper 216a.

For example, the gripper penetration line may be a virtual line formed inside the cylindrical handle 216, and may be a virtual line formed parallel to at least a portion of the outer surface (outer peripheral surface) of the gripper 216a.

The upper surface of the handle 216 may form a partial appearance of the upper surface of the vacuum cleaner 200. Through this, it is possible to prevent one component of the vacuum cleaner 200 from coming into contact with the user's arm when the user grips the handle 216.

The first extension may extend from the grip portion 216a toward the main housing 211 or the suction motor 214. At least a portion of the first extension may extend in the horizontal direction.

The second extension may extend from the grip portion 216a toward the dust bin 220. At least a portion of the second extension may extend in the horizontal direction.

The manipulation unit 218 may be disposed on the handle 216. The manipulation unit 218 may be placed on an inclined surface formed in the upper area of the handle 216. The user can input an operation or stop command for the vacuum cleaner 200 through the control panel 218.

The vacuum cleaner 200 may include a dust bin 220. The dust bin 220 may be in communication with the dust separator 213. The dust bin 220 can store dust separated from the dust separator 213.

The dust bin 220 may include a dust bin main body 221, a discharge cover 222, a dust bin compression lever 223, and a compressor (not shown).

The dust bin main body 221 may provide a space to store dust separated from the dust separator 213. As an example, the dust bin body 221 may be formed similarly to a cylindrical shape.

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, a virtual machine is formed that penetrates the interior (internal space) of the dust container body 221 and extends along the longitudinal direction of the dust container body 221 (meaning the axial direction in the cylindrical dust container body 221). A dust bin penetration line can be formed.

The lower surface (bottom surface) of the dust bin body 221 may be partially open. Additionally, a lower surface extension portion 221a may be formed on the lower surface (bottom surface) of the dust bin main body 221. The lower surface extension portion 221a may be formed to block a portion of the lower surface of the dust bin main body 221.

The dust bin 220 may include an exhaust cover 222. The discharge cover 222 may be placed on the lower side of the dust bin 220.

The discharge cover 222 may be provided to open and close one end of the dust bin body 221 in the longitudinal direction. Specifically, the discharge cover 222 can selectively open and close the lower part of the dust bin 220 that opens downward.

The discharge cover 222 may include a cover body 222a and a hinge portion 222b. The cover body 222a may be formed to block a portion of the lower surface of the dust bin body 221. The cover body 222a may rotate downward based on the hinge portion 222b. The hinge portion 222b may be disposed adjacent to the battery housing 230. The hinge portion 222b may be provided with a torsion spring 222d. Accordingly, when the discharge cover 222 is separated from the dust bin main body 221, the cover main body 222a moves from the dust bin main body 221 to a predetermined angle with the hinge portion 222b as its axis due to the elastic force of the torsion spring 222d. It can be supported in a state rotated by more than an angle.

The discharge cover 222 may be coupled to the dust bin 220 through a hook connection. Meanwhile, the discharge cover 222 can be separated from the dust bin 220 through the coupling lever 222c. The coupling lever 222c may be placed in front of the dust bin. Specifically, the coupling lever 222c may be disposed on the front outer surface of the dust bin 220. When an external force is applied, the coupling lever 222c may elastically deform the hook extending from the cover main body 222a to release the hook coupling between the cover main body 222a and the dust bin main body 221.

When the discharge cover 222 is closed, the lower side of the dust bin 220 may be blocked (sealed) by the discharge cover 222 and the lower surface extension portion 221a.

The dust bin 220 may include a dust bin compression lever 223 (see FIG. 8). The dust bin compression lever 223 may be disposed outside the dust bin 220 or the dust separator 211. The dust bin compression lever 223 may be arranged to move up and down outside the dust bin 220 or the dust separator 213. The dust bin compression lever 223 may be connected to a compressor (not shown). When the dust bin compression lever 223 moves downward due to an external force, the compressor (not shown) may also move downward. Through this, user convenience can be provided. The compressor (not shown) and the dust bin compression lever 223 can be returned to their original positions by an elastic member (not shown). Specifically, when the external force applied to the dust bin compression lever 223 is removed, the elastic member may move the dust bin compression lever 223 and the compressor (not shown) upward.

A compressor (not shown) may be placed inside the dust bin body 221. The compressor can move in the internal space of the dust bin main body 221. Specifically, the compressor can move up and down within the dust bin main body 221. Through this, the compressor can compress the dust in the dust bin body 221 downward. In addition, when the discharge cover 222 is separated from the dust bin main body 221 and the lower part of the dust bin 220 is opened, the compressor moves from the upper part of the dust bin 220 to the lower part to remove foreign matter such as remaining dust in the dust bin 220. can be removed. Through this, the suction power of the vacuum cleaner can be improved by preventing residual dust from remaining in the dust bin 220. In addition, by preventing residual dust from remaining in the dust bin 220, bad odors generated by the residue can be removed.

The vacuum cleaner 200 may include a battery housing 230. A battery 240 may be accommodated in the battery housing 230. The battery housing 230 may be placed below the handle 216. As an example, the battery housing 230 may have a hexahedral shape with an open bottom. The rear of the battery housing 230 may be connected to the handle 216.

The battery housing 230 may include a receiving portion that opens downward. The battery 240 may be detached through the receiving portion of the battery housing 220.

The vacuum cleaner 200 may include a battery 240.

For example, the battery 240 may be detachably coupled to the vacuum cleaner 200. The battery 240 may be detachably coupled to the battery housing 230. As an example, the battery 240 may be inserted into the battery housing 230 from below. With this configuration, the portability of the vacuum cleaner 200 can be improved.

In contrast, the battery 240 may be provided integrally within the battery housing 230. At this time, the lower surface of the battery 240 is not exposed to the outside.

The battery 240 may supply power to the suction motor 214 of the vacuum cleaner 200. The battery 240 may be placed below the handle 216. The battery 240 may be placed behind the dust bin 220.

Depending on the embodiment, when the battery 240 is coupled to the battery housing 230, the lower surface of the battery 240 may be exposed to the outside. Since the battery 240 may be placed on the floor when the vacuum cleaner 200 is placed on the floor, the battery 240 can be immediately separated from the battery housing 230. Additionally, since the lower surface of the battery 240 is exposed to the outside and comes into direct contact with the external air of the battery 240, the cooling performance of the battery 240 can be improved.

On the other hand, when the battery 240 is integrally fixed to the battery housing 230, the structure for attaching and detaching the battery 240 and the battery housing 230 can be reduced, so the overall size of the vacuum cleaner 200 can be reduced. Yes, and lightweighting is possible.

The vacuum cleaner 200 may include an extension pipe 250. The extension pipe 250 may be in communication with the cleaning module 260. The extension tube 250 may be in communication with the main body 210. The extension tube 250 may communicate with the suction part 214 of the main body 210. The extension tube 250 may be formed in a long cylindrical shape.

The main body 210 may be connected to the extension tube 250. The main body 210 may be connected to the cleaning module 260 through an extension pipe 250. The main body 210 may generate suction force through the suction motor 214 and provide suction force to the cleaning module 260 through the extension pipe 250. External dust may flow into the main body 210 through the cleaning module 260 and the extension pipe 250.

The cleaner 200 may include a cleaning module 260. The cleaning module 260 may be in communication with the extension pipe 250. Accordingly, external air may flow into the main body 210 of the vacuum cleaner 200 through the cleaning module 260 and the extension pipe 250 by the suction force generated in the main body 210 of the vacuum cleaner 200.

Dust in the dust bin 220 of the vacuum cleaner 200 may be collected into the dust collection unit 170 of the vacuum cleaner station 100 by gravity and the suction force of the dust collection motor 191. Through this, dust in the dust bin can be removed without any separate manipulation by the user, thereby providing user convenience. Additionally, the user can eliminate the inconvenience of having to empty the dust bin every time. Additionally, when emptying the dust bin, dust can be prevented from scattering.

The cleaner 200 may be coupled to the side of the housing 110. Specifically, the main body 210 of the vacuum cleaner 200 may be mounted on the coupling portion 120. More specifically, the dust bin 220 and the battery housing 230 of the vacuum cleaner 200 may be coupled to the coupling surface 121, and the outer peripheral surface of the dust bin body 221 may be coupled to the dust bin guide surface 122. , the suction unit 212 may be coupled to the suction guide surface 126 of the coupling unit 120. In this case, the central axis of the dust bin 220 may be arranged in a direction parallel to the ground, and the extension pipe 250 may be arranged along a direction perpendicular to the ground.

Figure 5 shows a drawing for explaining a coupling part in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 6 shows a drawing for explaining a fixing unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention. 7 and 8 show diagrams for explaining the relationship between a vacuum cleaner and a door unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention, and Figure 9 shows a vacuum cleaner and a cover opening in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention. A drawing is shown to explain the relationship between units.

With reference to FIGS. 5 to 9, the vacuum cleaner station 100 of the present invention is described as follows.

A cleaner 200 may be coupled to the cleaner station 100. Specifically, the main body of the cleaner 200 may be coupled to the side of the cleaner station 100. The vacuum cleaner station 100 can remove dust from the dust bin 220 of the vacuum cleaner 200.

The cleaner station 100 may include a housing 110 . The housing 110 may form the exterior of the vacuum cleaner station 100. Specifically, the housing 110 may be formed in a pillar shape including at least one outer wall surface. As an example, the housing 110 may be formed in a shape similar to a square pillar.

The housing 110 may be formed with a space capable of accommodating a dust collection unit 170 that stores dust therein and a dust suction module 190 that generates a flow force to collect dust into the dust collection unit 170.

The housing 110 may include a bottom surface 111, an outer wall surface 112, and a top surface 113.

The bottom surface 111 may support the lower side of the dust suction module 190 in the direction of gravity. That is, the bottom surface 111 may support the lower side of the dust collection motor 191 of the dust suction module 190.

At this time, the bottom surface 111 may be disposed toward the ground. The bottom surface 111 may be arranged parallel to the ground or inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground. This configuration has the advantage of stably supporting the dust collection motor 191 and balancing the overall weight even when the vacuum cleaner 200 is combined.

Meanwhile, depending on the embodiment, the floor surface 111 may further include a ground support portion 311a that increases the area in contact with the ground to prevent the vacuum cleaner station 100 from falling and maintain balance. For example, the ground support portion 311a may be in the form of a plate extending from the bottom surface 111, and one or more frames may be formed to protrude and extend from the bottom surface 111 along the ground direction.

The outer wall surface 112 may refer to a surface formed along the direction of gravity and may refer to a surface connected to the floor surface 111. For example, the outer wall surface 112 may mean a surface connected perpendicularly to the floor surface 111. In another embodiment, the outer wall surface 112 may be disposed to be inclined at a predetermined angle with the floor surface 111.

The outer wall surface 112 may include at least one surface. As an example, the outer wall surface 112 may include a first outer wall surface 112a, a second outer wall surface 112b, a third outer wall surface 112c, and a fourth outer wall surface 112d.

At this time, in this embodiment, the first outer wall surface 112a may be disposed in the front of the cleaner station 100. Here, the front may mean the surface on which the vacuum cleaner 200 is exposed when the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the vacuum cleaner station 100. Accordingly, the first outer wall surface 112a may form the front exterior of the cleaner station 100.

Meanwhile, for understanding of this embodiment, the direction is defined as follows. In this embodiment, the direction can be defined while the vacuum cleaner 200 is mounted on the vacuum cleaner station 100.

When the vacuum cleaner 200 is mounted on the vacuum cleaner station 100, the direction in which the vacuum cleaner 200 is exposed to the outside of the vacuum cleaner station 100 may be called the front.

From another perspective, when the vacuum cleaner 200 is mounted on the vacuum cleaner station 100, the direction in which the suction motor 214 of the vacuum cleaner 200 is disposed may be referred to as the front. Additionally, the direction opposite to the direction in which the suction motor 214 is disposed in the vacuum cleaner station 100 may be called the rear.

Also, the surface facing the front based on the internal space of the housing 110 may be called the rear of the vacuum cleaner station 100. Accordingly, the rear may refer to the direction in which the second outer wall surface 112b is formed.

And, when looking at the front based on the internal space of the housing 110, the left side can be called the left side, and the right side can be called the right side. Accordingly, the left side may refer to the direction in which the third outer wall surface 112c is formed, and the right side may refer to the direction in which the fourth outer wall surface 112d is formed.

The first outer wall surface 112a may be formed in a flat shape, or may be formed entirely in a curved shape, or may include a curved surface in a portion.

A coupling portion 120 may be disposed on the first outer wall surface 112a. By this configuration, the cleaner 200 can be coupled to the cleaner station 100 and supported by the cleaner station 100. The specific configuration of the coupling portion 120 will be described later.

Meanwhile, a structure for mounting various types of cleaning modules 260 used in the vacuum cleaner 200 may be added to the first outer wall surface 112a.

In this embodiment, the second outer wall surface 112b may be a surface facing the first outer wall surface 112a. That is, the second outer wall surface 112b may be disposed at the rear of the cleaner station 100. The second outer wall surface 112b may form the rear exterior of the cleaner station 100.

In this embodiment, the third outer wall surface 112c and the fourth outer wall surface 112d may refer to surfaces connecting the first outer wall surface 112a and the second outer wall surface 112b. At this time, the third outer wall surface 112c may be disposed on the left side of the vacuum cleaner station 100, and the fourth outer wall surface 112d may be disposed on the right side of the vacuum cleaner station 100. Alternatively, the third outer wall surface 112c may be disposed on the right side of the cleaner station 100, and the fourth outer wall surface 112d may be disposed on the left side of the cleaner station 100.

The third outer wall surface 112c or the fourth outer wall surface 112d may be formed in a flat shape, or may be formed entirely in a curved shape, or may be formed with a curved surface in a portion.

Meanwhile, a structure for mounting various types of cleaning modules 290 used in the vacuum cleaner 200 may be added to the third outer wall surface 112c or the fourth outer wall surface 112d.

The upper surface 113 may form the upper exterior of the vacuum cleaner station. In other words, the upper surface 113 may refer to a surface disposed at the uppermost part of the vacuum cleaner station in the direction of gravity and exposed to the outside.

For reference, in this embodiment, the upper and lower sides may refer to the upper and lower sides, respectively, along the direction of gravity (direction perpendicular to the ground) when the vacuum cleaner station 100 is installed on the ground.

At this time, the upper surface 113 can be arranged not only parallel to the ground, but also inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground.

A display unit may be placed on the upper surface 113. For example, the display unit may display the status of the vacuum cleaner station 100 and the vacuum cleaner 200, and may also display information such as cleaning progress and a map of the cleaning area.

Meanwhile, depending on the embodiment, the upper surface 113 may be provided to be separable from the outer wall surface 112. At this time, when the upper surface 113 is separated, the battery separated from the cleaner 200 can be accommodated in the internal space surrounded by the outer wall surface 112, and a terminal (not shown) for charging the separated battery is provided. It can be.

Meanwhile, an envelope receiving space 115 may be formed inside the housing 110. The bag receiving space 115 may be placed below the coupling portion 120 in the direction of gravity, and may be placed above the dust suction module 190 in the direction of gravity.

A dust collection unit 170 may be provided in the bag receiving space 115. Specifically, an envelope support portion 173, which will be described later, can be accommodated in the envelope accommodation space 115 to be accessible. Additionally, a dust bag cartridge 174, which will be described later, may be detachably coupled to the bag receiving space 115. Additionally, a jointer 176, which will be described later, may be installed in the envelope receiving space 115. The envelope receiving space 115 may be in communication with a first flow path 181, a second flow path 182, and a bypass flow path 183, which will be described later. With this configuration, the bag receiving space 115 can provide a space where air and dust introduced from the dust bin 220 can flow and be collected in the dust bag 172.

In the present invention, the vacuum cleaner 200 may be mounted on the outer wall 112 of the vacuum cleaner station 100. For example, the dust bin 220 and the battery housing 230 of the vacuum cleaner 200 may be coupled to the coupling surface 121 of the vacuum cleaner station 100. That is, the vacuum cleaner 200 can be mounted on the first outer wall surface 112a.

At this time, the axis of the suction motor 214 may be formed perpendicular to the first outer wall surface 112a. That is, the axis of the suction motor 214 may be formed parallel to the ground.

An imaginary line penetrating the dust bin 220 may be formed perpendicular to the first outer wall surface 112a.

The longitudinal axis C of the housing 110 may be formed perpendicular to the ground. The longitudinal axis C of the housing 110 is parallel to at least one of the first outer wall surface 112a, the second outer wall surface 112b, the third outer wall surface 112c, and the fourth outer wall surface 112d. can be formed.

When the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the vacuum cleaner station 100, the axis of the suction motor 214 may intersect the longitudinal axis of the vacuum cleaner station 100. That is, the rotation axis of the suction motor 214 may intersect the longitudinal axis of the vacuum cleaner station 100.

Additionally, when the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the vacuum cleaner station 100, the battery 240 may be placed at a greater distance from the ground than the rotation axis of the suction motor 214. With this configuration, the vacuum cleaner 200 can be stably supported on the vacuum cleaner station 100.

When the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the vacuum cleaner station 100, an imaginary line passing through the dust bin 220 may intersect the longitudinal axis of the vacuum cleaner station 100. That is, the longitudinal axis of the dust bin 220 may intersect the longitudinal axis of the vacuum cleaner station 100. At this time, the intersection of the longitudinal axis of the dust bin 220 and the longitudinal axis of the cleaner station 100 may be located inside the housing 110, and more specifically, may be located inside the flow path portion 180.

Meanwhile, when the cleaner 200 is coupled to the cleaner station 100, the handle 216 may be placed at a greater distance from the ground than the imaginary line passing through the dust bin 220. With this configuration, when the user holds the handle 216, the vacuum cleaner 200 can be coupled to or separated from the vacuum cleaner station 100 by simply moving the vacuum cleaner 200 in a direction parallel to the ground. It can provide convenience.

Referring to Figure 5, the coupling portion 120 of the vacuum cleaner station 100 of the present invention will be described as follows.

The cleaner station 100 may include a coupling portion 120 to which the cleaner 200 is coupled. Specifically, the coupling portion 120 is disposed on the first outer wall surface 112a, and the main body 210, dust bin 220, and battery housing 230 of the vacuum cleaner 200 can be coupled to each other.

The coupling portion 120 may include a coupling surface 121. The coupling surface 121 may be disposed on the side of the housing 110. As an example, the coupling surface 121 may refer to a surface formed in a concave groove shape on the first outer wall surface 112a toward the inside of the vacuum cleaner station 100. In other words, the coupling surface 121 may mean a surface formed by forming a step with the first outer wall surface 112a.

The vacuum cleaner 200 may be coupled to the coupling surface 121. For example, the coupling surface 121 may be in contact with the lower surface of the dust bin 220 and the battery housing 230 of the vacuum cleaner 200. Here, the lower side may refer to the side facing the ground when the user uses the vacuum cleaner 200 or places it on the ground.

For example, the angle formed by the coupling surface 121 with the ground may be a right angle. Through this, when the cleaner 200 is coupled to the coupling surface 121, the space of the cleaner station 100 can be minimized.

As another example, the coupling surface 121 may be disposed inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground. Through this, when the cleaner 200 is coupled to the coupling surface 121, the cleaner station 100 can be stably supported.

A dust passage hole 121a may be formed on the coupling surface 121 to allow air from outside the housing 110 to flow into the interior. The dust passage hole 121a may be formed in a hole shape corresponding to the shape of the dust container 220 to allow dust in the dust container 220 to flow into the dust collection unit 170. The dust passage hole 121a may be formed to correspond to the shape of the discharge cover 222 of the dust bin 220. The dust passage hole 121a may be formed to communicate with the flow path portion 180, which will be described later.

The coupling portion 120 may include a dust bin guide surface 122. The dust bin guide surface 122 may be disposed on the first outer wall surface 112a. The dust bin guide surface 122 may be connected to the first outer wall surface 112a. Additionally, the dust bin guide surface 122 may be connected to the coupling surface 121.

The dust bin guide surface 122 may be formed in a shape corresponding to the outer surface of the dust bin 220. The front outer surface of the dust bin 220 may be coupled to the dust bin guide surface 122. Through this, the convenience of coupling the vacuum cleaner 200 to the coupling surface 121 can be provided.

Meanwhile, a protrusion movement hole 122a may be formed on the dust bin guide surface 122, and a push protrusion 151, which will be described later, may be moved linearly along the protrusion movement hole 122a. In addition, a gear box 155 that accommodates gears of the cover opening unit 150, which will be described later, may be provided on the lower side of the dust bin guide surface 122 in the direction of gravity. At this time, a guide space 122b through which the push protrusion 151 can move may be formed between the dust bin guide surface 122 and the lower surface and the upper surface of the gear box 155. And the guide space 122b may be in communication with the first flow path 181 through the bypass hole 122c. That is, the protrusion movement hole 122a, the guide space 122b, the bypass hole 122c, and the first flow path 181 may form one flow path. With this configuration, when the dust collection motor 191 is operated while the dust bin 220 is coupled to the coupling portion 120, dust remaining on the dust bin 220 and the dust bin guide surface 122 is removed through the flow path. It has the advantage of being inhalable.

The coupling portion 120 may include a guide protrusion 123. Guide protrusion 123 may be disposed on the coupling surface 121. The guide protrusion 123 may protrude upward from the coupling surface 121. Two guide protrusions 123 may be arranged spaced apart from each other. The distance between the two guide protrusions 123 spaced apart from each other may correspond to the width of the battery housing 230 of the vacuum cleaner 200. Through this, the convenience of coupling the vacuum cleaner 200 to the coupling surface 121 can be provided.

The coupling portion 120 may include a coupling portion side wall 124 . The coupling portion side wall 124 may refer to a wall disposed on both sides of the coupling surface 121 and may be connected perpendicularly to the coupling surface 121. The coupling portion side wall 124 may be connected to the first outer wall surface 112a. Additionally, the coupling portion side wall 124 may form a surface connected to the dust bin guide surface 122. Through this, the vacuum cleaner 200 can be stably accommodated.

The coupling unit 120 may include a coupling sensor 125. The coupling sensor 125 can detect whether the cleaner 200 is coupled to the coupling unit 120.

Combination sensor 125 may also include a contact sensor. As an example, the combination sensor 125 may include a micro switch. At this time, the coupling sensor 125 may be placed on the guide protrusion 123. Therefore, when the battery housing 230 or battery 240 of the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled between the pair of guide protrusions 123, it contacts the coupling sensor 125, and the coupling sensor 125 is connected to the vacuum cleaner 200. ) can be detected to be combined.

Meanwhile, the combination sensor 125 may also include a non-contact sensor. As an example, the combination sensor 125 may include an infrared sensor (IR sensor). At this time, the coupling sensor 125 may be disposed on the coupling unit side wall 124. Accordingly, when the dust bin 220 or the main body 210 of the cleaner 200 passes the coupling part side wall 124 and reaches the coupling surface 121, the coupling sensor 125 is connected to the dust bin 220 or the main body 210. Presence can be sensed.

When the cleaner 200 is coupled to the cleaner station 100, the coupling sensor 125 may face the dust bin 220 or the battery housing 230 of the cleaner 200.

The coupling sensor 125 may be a means of determining whether power is applied to the battery 240 of the vacuum cleaner 200 and whether the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled.

The coupling portion 120 may include a suction guide surface 126. The suction guide surface 126 may be disposed on the first outer wall surface 112a. The suction guide surface 126 may be connected to the dust bin guide surface 122. The suction unit 212 may be coupled to the suction guide surface 126. The shape of the suction part guide surface 126 may be formed to correspond to the shape of the suction part 212.

The coupling portion 120 may further include a fixing member entrance hole 127. The fixing member access hole 127 may be formed in the form of a long hole along the coupling part side wall 124 to allow the fixing member 131 to enter and exit.

With this configuration, when the user couples the cleaner 200 to the coupling portion 120 of the cleaner station 100, the dust bin guide surface 122, the guide protrusion 123, and the suction guide surface 126 The main body 210 of 200 can be stably placed on the coupling portion 120. Through this, it is possible to provide convenience in that the dust bin 220 and the battery housing 230 of the vacuum cleaner 200 are coupled to the coupling surface 121.

Meanwhile, the cleaner station 100 may further include a charging unit 128. The charging part 128 may be disposed in the coupling part 120. The charging unit 128 may be electrically connected to the cleaner 200 coupled to the coupling unit 120. The charging unit 128 may supply power to the battery of the vacuum cleaner 200 coupled to the coupling unit 120.

Additionally, the cleaner station 100 may further include a side door (not shown). A side door may be placed in the housing 110. The side door can selectively expose the dust collection unit 170 to the outside. Through this, the user can easily remove the dust bag 172 from the cleaner station 100.

With reference to FIG. 6, the fixing unit 130 according to the present invention will be described as follows.

The vacuum cleaner station 100 of the present invention may include a fixing unit 130. The fixing unit 130 may be disposed on the coupling portion side wall 124. Additionally, the fixing unit 130 may be disposed on the rear surface of the coupling surface 121. The fixing unit 130 can fix the cleaner 200 coupled to the coupling surface 121. Specifically, the fixing unit 130 may fix the dust bin 220 and the battery housing 230 of the vacuum cleaner 200 that are coupled to the coupling surface 121.

The fixing unit 130 may include a fixing member 131 that fixes the dust bin 220 and the battery housing 230 of the vacuum cleaner 200, and a fixing part motor 133 that drives the fixing member 131. . Additionally, the fixing unit 130 may further include a fixing unit link 135 that transmits the power of the fixing unit motor 133 to the fixing member 131.

The fixing member 131 is disposed on the side wall of the coupling unit 124 and may be provided to move back and forth on the side wall of the coupling unit 124 to fix the dust bin 220. Specifically, the fixing member 131 may be accommodated inside the fixing member access hole 127.

The fixing member 131 may be disposed on both sides of the coupling portion 120, respectively. As an example, two fixing members 131 may be arranged in pairs symmetrically around the coupling surface 121.

The fixing part motor 133 may provide power to move the fixing member 131.

The fixing unit link 135 can convert the rotational force of the fixing unit motor 133 into reciprocating movement of the fixing member 131.

The fixed sealer 136 may be disposed on the dust bin guide surface 122 to airtight the dust bin 220 when the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled thereto. With this configuration, when the dust bin 220 of the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled, the fixed sealer 136 can be pressed by the self-weight of the vacuum cleaner 200, and the dust bin 220 and the dust bin guide surface 122 are sealed. It can be.

The fixing sealer 136 may be disposed on a virtual extension line of the fixing member 131. With this configuration, when the fixing part motor 133 operates and the fixing member 131 pressurizes the dust bin 220, the perimeter of the dust bin 220 at the same height can be sealed.

Depending on the embodiment, the fixed sealer 136 may be arranged on the dust bin guide surface 122 in the form of a bent line corresponding to the arrangement of the cover opening unit 150, which will be described later.

Accordingly, when the main body 210 of the vacuum cleaner 200 is disposed on the coupling portion 120, the fixing unit 130 can fix the main body 210 of the vacuum cleaner 200. Specifically, when the coupling sensor 125 detects that the main body 210 of the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the coupling part 120 of the vacuum cleaner station 100, the fixing part motor 133 moves the fixing member 131. The main body 210 of the vacuum cleaner 200 can be fixed by moving it.

Through this, the suction power of the vacuum cleaner can be improved by preventing residual dust from remaining in the dust bin. In addition, by preventing residual dust from remaining in the dust bin, bad odors caused by residue can be eliminated.

The door unit 140 of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 7 and 8 as follows.

The vacuum cleaner station 100 of the present invention may include a door unit 140. The door unit 140 may be configured to open and close the dust passage hole 121a.

The door unit 140 may include a door 141, a door motor 142, and a door arm 143.

The door 141 is hinged to the coupling surface 121 and can open and close the dust passage hole 121a. The door 141 may include a door body 141a.

The door body 141a may be formed in a shape that can block the dust passage hole 121a. As an example, the door body 141a may be formed similar to a disk shape.

Based on the state in which the door body 141a is blocking the dust passage hole 121a, a hinge portion will be disposed on the upper side of the door body 141a, and an arm coupling portion 141b will be disposed on the lower side of the door body 141a. You can.

The door body 141a may be formed in a shape that can airtight the dust passage hole 121a. As an example, the outer surface of the door body 141a exposed to the outside of the cleaner station 100 is formed to have a diameter corresponding to the diameter of the dust passing hole 121a, and the inner surface disposed inside the cleaner station 100 The side surface is formed to have a diameter larger than the diameter of the dust passing hole 121a. Additionally, a step may occur between the outer surface and the inner surface. Meanwhile, at least one reinforcing rib may be protruding from the inner surface to connect the hinge portion and the arm coupling portion 141b and to strengthen the support force of the door body 141a.

The hinge portion may be a means for hinge-coupling the door 141 to the coupling surface 121. The hinge portion is disposed at the upper end of the door body 141a and may be coupled to the engaging surface 121.

The arm coupling portion 141b may be a means by which the door arm 143 is rotatably coupled. The arm coupling portion 141b is disposed on the lower side of the door body 141a, is rotatably coupled to the door body 141a, and can be rotatably coupled to the door arm 143.

In this configuration, when the door arm 143 pulls the door body 141a while the door 141 is closing the dust passage hole 121a, the door body 141a is moved around the hinge portion to the cleaner station 100. ), and the dust passing hole 121a may be opened. Meanwhile, with the dust passage hole 121a open, when the door arm 143 pushes the door body 141a, the door body 141a moves around the hinge portion 141b to the outside of the cleaner station 100. The dust passing hole 121a may become clogged.

Meanwhile, when the cleaner 200 is coupled to the cleaner station 100 and the discharge cover 220 is separated from the dust bin body 210, the door 141 may be in contact with the discharge cover 220. And, as the door 141 rotates, the discharge cover 220 may rotate in conjunction with the door 141.

The door motor 142 may provide power to rotate the door 141. Specifically, the door motor 142 may rotate the door arm 143 in the forward or reverse direction. Here, the forward direction may mean the direction in which the door arm 143 pulls the door 141. Accordingly, when the door arm 143 rotates in the forward direction, the dust passing hole 121a may be opened. Also, the reverse direction may mean the direction in which the door arm 143 pushes the door 141. Accordingly, when the door arm 143 rotates in the reverse direction, the dust passing hole 121a may be at least partially closed. The forward direction may be the opposite direction to the reverse direction.

The door arm 143 connects the door 141 and the door motor 142, and can open and close the door 141 using power generated from the door motor 142.

As an example, the door arm 143 may include a first door arm 143a and a second door arm 143b. One end of the first door arm 143a may be coupled to the door motor 142. The first door arm 143a can rotate by the power of the door motor 142. The other end of the first door arm 143a may be rotatably coupled to the second door arm 143b. The first door arm 143a may transmit the force transmitted from the door motor 142 to the second door arm 143b. One end of the second door arm 143b may be coupled to the first door arm 143a. The other end of the second door arm 143b may be coupled to the door 141. The second door arm 143b can open and close the dust passage hole 121a by pushing or pulling the door 141.

The door unit 140 may further include a door opening/closing detection unit 144. The door opening/closing detection unit 144 may be provided inside the housing 100 and can detect whether the door 141 is in an open state.

As an example, the door opening/closing detection unit 144 may be disposed at both ends of the rotational movement area of the door arm 143, respectively. As another example, the door opening/closing detection unit 144 may be disposed at both ends of the movement area of the door 141, respectively.

Accordingly, when the door arm 143 moves to the preset door opening position DP1 or the door 141 opens to a predetermined position, the door opening/closing detection unit 144 can detect that the door is open. Additionally, when the door arm 143 moves to the preset door closing position DP2 or the door 141 opens to a predetermined position, the door opening/closing detection unit 144 may detect that the door is open.

The door opening/closing detection unit 144 may include a contact sensor. As an example, the door opening/closing detection unit 144 may include a micro switch.

Meanwhile, the door opening/closing detection unit 144 may also include a non-contact sensor. As an example, the door opening/closing detection unit 144 may include an infrared sensor (IR sensor).

With this configuration, the door unit 140 can selectively open and close at least a portion of the engaging surface 121 to communicate with the outside of the first outer wall surface 112a and the flow path portion 180 and/or the dust collection portion 170. there is.

The door unit 140 may be opened when the discharge cover 222 of the vacuum cleaner 200 is opened. Additionally, when the door unit 140 is closed, the discharge cover 222 of the vacuum cleaner 200 may be closed in conjunction with it.

When dust is removed from the dust bin 220 of the vacuum cleaner 200, the door motor 142 rotates the door 141 to couple the discharge cover 222 to the dust bin main body 221. Specifically, the door motor 142 rotates the door 141 relative to the hinge portion 141b by rotating the door 141, and the door 141 rotating relative to the hinge portion 141b is an exhaust cover ( 222) can be pushed toward the dust bin main body 221.

The cover opening unit 150 of the present invention will be described with reference to FIG. 9 as follows.

The vacuum cleaner station 100 of the present invention may include a cover opening unit 150. The cover opening unit 150 is disposed in the coupling portion 120 and can open the discharge cover 222 of the cleaner 200.

The cover opening unit 150 may include a push protrusion 151, a cover opening motor 152, a cover opening gear 153, a support plate 154, and a gear box 155.

The push protrusion 151 may move to press the coupling lever 222c when the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled.

The push protrusion 151 may be disposed on the dust bin guide surface 122. Specifically, a protrusion movement hole may be formed in the dust bin guide surface 122, and the push protrusion 151 may pass through the protrusion movement hole and be exposed to the outside.

The push protrusion 151 may be placed at a position where the coupling lever 222c can be pressed when the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled. That is, the coupling lever 222c may be disposed on the protrusion movement hole. Additionally, the coupling lever 222c may be disposed on the moving area of the push protrusion 151.

The push protrusion 151 may make a linear reciprocating motion to press the coupling lever 222c. Specifically, the push protrusion 151 may be coupled to the gear box 155 to guide linear movement. The push protrusion 151 is coupled to the cover opening gear 153 and can be moved together by the movement of the cover opening gear 153.

The cover opening motor 152 may provide power to move the push protrusion 151. Specifically, the cover opening motor 152 may rotate the motor shaft (not shown) in the forward or reverse direction. Here, the forward direction may mean the direction in which the push protrusion 151 presses the coupling lever 222c. Additionally, the reverse direction may refer to the direction in which the push protrusion 151 pressed against the coupling lever 222c is returned to its original position. The forward direction may be the opposite direction to the reverse direction.

The cover opening gear 153 is coupled to the cover opening motor 152 and can move the push protrusion 151 using the power of the cover opening motor 152. Specifically, the cover opening gear 153 may be accommodated inside the gear box 155. The drive gear 153a of the cover opening gear 153 may be coupled with the motor shaft of the cover opening motor 152 to receive power. The driven gear 153b of the cover opening gear 153 may be coupled with the push protrusion 151 to move the push protrusion 151. As an example, the driven gear 153b may be provided in the form of a rack gear, meshed with the driving gear 153a, and receive power from the driving gear 153a.

At this time, the discharge cover 222 may be provided with a torsion spring 222d. Due to the elastic force of the torsion spring 222d, the discharge cover 222 can be rotated more than a predetermined angle and supported in the rotated position. Accordingly, the discharge cover 222 can be opened, and the inside of the dust container 220 can be communicated with the dust passing hole 121a.

The gear box 155 is provided inside the housing 110 and disposed below the coupling portion 120 in the direction of gravity, and the cover opening gear 153 can be accommodated therein.

The gear box 155 may be provided with a cover open detection unit 155f. At this time, the cover open detection unit 155f may include a contact sensor. As an example, the cover open detection unit 155f may include a micro switch. Meanwhile, the cover open detection unit 155f may also include a non-contact sensor. As an example, the cover open detection unit 155f may include an infrared sensor (IR sensor).

At least one cover open detection unit 155f may be disposed on the inner or outer surface of the gear box 155. As an example, one cover open detection unit 155f may be disposed on the inner surface of the gear box 155. At this time, the cover open detection unit 155f can detect that the push protrusion 151 is in the initial position.

Therefore, according to the present invention, the user can open the dust bin 220 without separately opening the discharge cover 222 of the cleaner by using the cover opening unit 150, thereby improving convenience.

In addition, since the discharge cover 222 is opened while the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the vacuum cleaner station 100, there is an effect of preventing dust from scattering.

10 to 23 are diagrams for explaining the configuration and arrangement of a dust collection unit in a vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Meanwhile, the dust collection unit 170 will be described with reference to FIGS. 10 to 23 as follows.

The cleaner station 100 may include a dust collection unit 170. The dust collection unit 170 may be disposed inside the housing 110. The dust collection unit 170 may be disposed in the bag receiving space 115. And the dust collection unit 170 may be disposed above the dust collection motor 191 in the direction of gravity.

The dust collection unit 170 may collect dust inside the dust bin 220 of the vacuum cleaner 200. Specifically, when the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the cleaner station 100 and the inside of the dust bin 220 and the flow path portion 180 are in communication, when the dust collection motor 191 is operated, dust inside the dust bin 220 flows into the flow path. It may flow along the part 180 and be collected in the dust collection part 170.

Meanwhile, in a general vacuum cleaner station, dust is collected in a dust bag without being separated from the air, so some dust may flow into the dust collection motor. Therefore, dust flowing into the dust collection motor may cause a failure in the dust collection motor.

To solve this problem, a pre-filter, etc. can be placed on the flow path, but when filtering dust only with a pre-filter, there is a limitation in that the pre-filter is clogged with a large number of dusts and the suction power of the dust collection motor is reduced.

To solve this problem, the dust collection unit 170 of the vacuum cleaner station 100 of the present invention includes a dust separation unit 171 to separate and collect dust from the air flowing in through the flow path unit 180.

Specifically, the dust collection unit 170 may include a dust separation unit 171, a dust bag 172, a bag supporter 173, a dust bag cartridge 174, a pre-filter 175, and a jointer 176. .

The dust separator 171 may separate dust from the air flowing in from the dust bin 220.

The dust separation unit 171 may be disposed on the upper side of the dust bag 172, the bag supporter 173, the dust bag cartridge 174, and the jointer 176. That is, the dust bag cartridge 174, the bag supporter 173, the dust bag cartridge 174, and the jointer 176 may be disposed below the dust separator 171. The dust separation unit 171 may be in contact with the dust bag cartridge 174.

The dust separation unit 171 may be disposed on the longitudinal axis C of the cleaner station 300.

The dust separator 171 may include a dust separator case 171a.

The dust separator case 171a may form the exterior of the dust separator 171.

A cyclone may be provided inside the dust separator case 171a. That is, the cyclone unit 171b may be disposed inside the dust separator case 171a.

Additionally, a dust passage pipe 171c may be formed in the dust separator case 171a. For example, a flow path through which dust can pass may be formed on the lower side of the dust separator case 171a.

The lower surface of the dust separator 171 may be inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground. That is, the lower surface of the dust separator case 171a may be inclined at a predetermined angle with respect to the ground. The height of the lower surface of the dust separator 171 from the ground may gradually decrease from one side to the other. For example, the height of the dust separator case 171a from the ground may gradually decrease from the front end where the dust bag cartridge 174 is inserted toward the rear.

A sealer 171d in contact with the dust bag cartridge 174 may be provided on the lower side of the dust separator case 171a. For example, the sealer 171d may be arranged in a square shape surrounding the outer edge of the dust passage pipe 171c.

The dust separation unit 171 may be in communication with the first flow path 181. The dust separation unit 171 may separate dust sucked into the dust through the first passage 181. The space inside the dust separation unit 171 may communicate with the inside space of the dust bag cartridge 174. The space inside the dust separation unit 171 may communicate with the space inside the bag support unit 173.

For example, the dust separation unit 171 may include at least one cyclone unit 171b capable of separating dust by cyclonic flow. Accordingly, the air and dust flowing in through the first flow path 181 flows spirally along the inner peripheral surface of the dust separation unit 171. Therefore, cyclonic flow may occur in the internal space of the dust separation unit 171.

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, the cyclone unit 171b may be provided with a cylindrical mesh network. Here, the axial direction of the mesh network may be arranged parallel to the ground. With this configuration, when the cyclone unit 171b is pulled from the side of the cleaner station 100, it can be separated from the dust collection unit 170. Therefore, according to this embodiment, the user can easily separate the cyclone unit 171b and clean the mesh net.

Additionally, the dust separation unit 171 may include a dust passage pipe 171c that guides the dust separated in the cyclone unit 171b to the dust bag 172. The dust passage pipe 171c may be formed toward downward on one side of the cyclone unit 171b in the axial direction. That is, the dust passage pipe 171c may be formed on the lower side of the dust separator case 171a. Accordingly, the flow path formed in the dust passage pipe 171c can communicate with the inner space of the dust bag cartridge 174 and the bag support portion 173 and the cyclone portion 171b.

The dust separation unit 171 may further include a secondary cyclone that again separates dust from the air discharged from the cyclone. At this time, the secondary cyclone may be located inside the cyclone so that the size of the dust separation unit 171 is minimized.

The dust separation unit 171 is in communication with the first flow path 181 and is configured to apply the principle of a dust collector using centrifugal force to separate dust flowing into the interior of the housing 110 through the dust passage hole 121a. .

The dust bag 172 may be placed inside the housing 110. The dust bag 172 may be disposed below the dust separator 171 in the direction of gravity.

The dust bag 172 may be made of a non-permeable material. For example, the dust bag 172 may include roll vinyl (not shown). With this configuration, when the dust bag 172 is sealed or bonded, dust or bad odors collected inside the dust bag 172 can be prevented from leaking out of the dust bag 172.

The dust bag 172 can be mounted on the housing 110 through the dust bag cartridge 174. If necessary, the dust bag 172 can be replaced through the dust bag cartridge 174. That is, the dust collection unit 170 may be defined as a consumable part. When the dust bag 172 is mounted on the housing 110, its volume may increase due to suction force (negative pressure) generated when the dust collection motor 191 operates.

At this time, the dust bag 172 in the unfolded state can be accommodated inside the bag supporter 173. That is, the dust bag 172 may expand within the bag support portion 173 when the dust collection motor 191 operates. Additionally, the dust bag 172 in the unfolded state can be supported by the bag supporter 173 and maintain its shape.

The dust bag 172 can store dust separated from the dust separator 171. The upper area of the dust bag 172 may be cut and joined by a jointer 176. The dust bag 172 can be separated from the bag support portion 173 with the upper region cut and joined.

With this configuration, user convenience can be improved because the user does not need to separately tie a bag containing dust.

Meanwhile, in the case of a general roll vinyl type dust bag, when the dust collection motor operates, the dust bag may be pulled toward the dust collection motor and crushed flat. Therefore, when the dust collection motor operates, the internal space of the dust bag becomes narrow, making it difficult to collect dust within the dust bag.

To solve this problem, the dust collection unit 170 of the vacuum cleaner station 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention can be made to stably unfold the dust bag by adding a bag support unit 173.

The bag supporter 173 may support the dust bag 172. When the dust bag 172 is expanded, the bag support portion 173 can accommodate the dust bag 172 therein. The bag support portion 173 may support the outer shape of the expanded dust bag 172.

The envelope support unit 173 may be disposed below the dust separation unit 171. With this configuration, dust separated from the dust separation unit 171 can be collected inside the bag support unit 173.

The bag support portion 173 may be disposed on the lower side of the dust bag cartridge 174. With this configuration, when the dust bag 172 expands downward from the dust bag cartridge 174, at least a portion of the dust bag 172 can be accommodated inside the bag support portion 173.

The envelope support portion 173 may be disposed below the jointer 176. With this configuration, the expanded dust bag 172 is joined and separated by the jointer 176, and can be accommodated in the bag support portion 173 while falling downward by gravity.

Specifically, the envelope support part 173 may include a support main body 173a and a suction hole 173b.

A space may be formed between the lower surface of the support body 173a and the lower surface of the envelope receiving space 115. The above space may provide a path through which the suction force of the dust collection motor 191 is transmitted.

With this configuration, when the dust collection motor 191 is operated, the air in the bag receiving space 115 can be sucked into the bag receiving space 115 by the suction force of the dust collecting motor 191, and the bag receiving space 115 Negative pressure that expands the dust bag 172 may be formed.

When the dust bag 172 is expanded, the support body 173a may be formed to accommodate the dust bag 172 therein. For example, the support body 173a may be formed in a cylindrical shape, the upper surface of the support body 173a may be open, and the lower surface of the support body 173a may be at least partially closed.

As another example, the support body 173a may be formed in the shape of a hexahedron, the upper side of the support body 173a may be open, and the front side of the support body 173a may be open. With this configuration, the dust bag 172 can be removed through the open front surface.

At least a portion of the dust bag 172 may be disposed on the upper side of the support body 173a. Also, when the dust bag 172 expands, the dust bag 172 expands downward and fills the internal space of the support body 173a.

A plurality of suction holes 173b may be formed in the support body 173a. For example, a plurality of suction holes 173b may be formed along the outer peripheral surface of the support body 173a. Also, at least one suction hole 173b may be formed on the lower side of the support body 173a. With this configuration, when the dust collection motor 191 operates, the air inside the support body 173a can flow to the outside of the support body 173a through the suction hole 173b. In addition, when the dust bag 172 is inflated inside the support body 173a, negative pressure may be applied to the dust bag 172 toward the outside of the support body 173a, and the dust bag 172 may be applied to the support body 173a. It can be expanded to come into close contact with the inner peripheral surface and lower surface of the main body 173a. That is, the dust bag 172 can be expanded along the inner shape of the bag supporter 173.

In particular, when a plurality of suction holes 173b are formed at predetermined intervals, the dust bag 172 can be expanded evenly and maintain its expanded shape as a uniform negative pressure is applied to the entire dust bag 172. there is.

Meanwhile, the envelope support portion 173 may be provided to be retractable within the housing 110.

Specifically, the envelope support portion 173 may be provided in the envelope receiving space 115 formed inside the housing 110. At this time, the envelope support portion 173 may be provided with a structure that guides the linear movement of the envelope support portion 173.

With this configuration, the user can open the side door (not shown) of the cleaner station 100 and then pull the bag supporter 173 to pull the dust bag 172 out of the housing 110. Therefore, according to the present invention, the user can easily take out the dust bag and discard it.

Meanwhile, in the case of a roll vinyl type vacuum cleaner station, it is necessary to replace the consumable dust bags when they are all used up. At this time, the user can directly insert and install the dust bag inside the housing of the vacuum cleaner station. However, there is a risk that a malfunction may occur in the process of the user opening the interior of the vacuum cleaner station, and if the dust bag is incorrectly installed, the dust bag may be damaged. There is a problem that dust may scatter because dust is collected without being unfolded.

To solve this problem, in the present invention, dust bags can be easily supplied through the dust bag cartridge 174 by allowing the user to replace only the cartridge.

The dust bag cartridge 174 is detachably coupled to the housing 110 and can supply the dust bag 172.

The dust bag cartridge 174 may be detachably coupled to the housing 110. Specifically, the dust bag cartridge 174 may be detachably coupled to the cartridge coupling space 174e formed between the dust separator 171 and the jointer 176.

At this time, in the present invention, the cartridge coupling space 174e may be formed to have different heights in the vertical direction. For example, the front height of the cartridge coupling space 174e, where the dust bag cartridge 174 enters the inside of the cleaner station 100 from the outside, may be greater than the rear height.

With the dust bag cartridge 174 coupled to the housing 110, the dust bag cartridge 174 may be separated from the housing 110 when the user pulls the dust bag cartridge 174 to the outside of the cleaner station 100. there is. With this configuration, the user can easily attach or detach the dust bag cartridge 174 from the housing.

The dust bag cartridge 174 may be provided with a dust bag 172. For example, at least a portion of a roll plastic dust bag 172 may be coupled to the dust bag cartridge 174, and as the dust collection motor 191 operates, the dust bag 172 moves in the direction of the bag supporter 173. It can be inflated. In addition, as the dust bag 172 is joined according to the operation of the jointer 176, which will be described later, a portion of the dust bag 172 may be separated from the dust bag cartridge 174. With this configuration, user convenience can be improved because there is no need for the user to separately tie a bag containing dust.

The dust bag cartridge 174 may be disposed below the dust separation unit 171. For example, the upper surface of the dust bag cartridge 174 may be in contact with the lower surface of the dust separation unit 171.

Dust bag cartridge 174 may be placed on top of jointer 176. For example, the lower side of the dust bag cartridge 174 may be in contact with the upper side of the joint 176.

The dust bag cartridge 174 includes a cartridge case 174a, an upper sealer 174b, and a lower sealer 174c.

The cartridge case 174a forms the exterior of the dust bag cartridge 174, and can accommodate the dust bag 172 therein. For example, the cartridge case 174a may have an upper case and a lower case combined to form a space inside which the dust bag 172 is accommodated. At this time, with the upper case and lower case coupled to each other, the cartridge case 174a may be formed as a whole into a square tube shape (see FIG. 18). That is, a space 174f through which air can flow may be formed on the inside (center) of the cartridge case 174a. At least a portion of the dust bag 172 may be expanded through the space 174f.

A bag supply hole 174d through which the dust bag 172 can be extracted may be formed in the cartridge case 174a. For example, the envelope supply hole 174d may be formed on the inner peripheral surface of the cartridge case 174a. With this configuration, when the dust bag 172 is pulled out, the space 174f formed in the center of the cartridge case 174a may be blocked by the dust bag 172. Accordingly, when the dust collection motor 191 operates, the dust bag 172 may be sucked in and expanded in the direction of the dust collection motor 191.

The cartridge case 174a may be formed to a predetermined height. The height of the cartridge case 174a is smaller than the shear height of the cartridge coupling space 174e. The height of the cartridge case 174a is the same as the height of the rear end of the cartridge coupling space 174e.

With this configuration, the cartridge case 174a can be easily inserted into the front end of the cartridge coupling space 174e. In addition, when the cartridge case 174a is coupled to the cartridge coupling space 174e, the cartridge case 174a may be supported in contact with the lower surface of the dust separator 171 and/or the upper surface of the jointer 176. there is.

On the other hand, if there is a space between the dust bag cartridge and the surrounding structure as described above, or if the dust bag cartridge is configured to be detachable, dust contained in the air may scatter through the separation space where the dust bag cartridge is coupled. There is.

To solve this problem, in the vacuum cleaner station 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, the dust bag cartridge 174 is provided with at least one sealer (174b, 174c) to seal the gap where dust can fly.

That is, an upper sealer 174b may be provided on the upper surface of the cartridge case 174a. For example, the upper sealer 174b may be arranged in a rectangular shape centered around the space 174f formed in the center of the cartridge case 174a and surrounding its outer perimeter. The upper sealer 174b can block the leakage of foreign substances. With this configuration, foreign matter separated from the dust separator 171 can be collected inside the dust bag 172 without leaking to the outside.

A lower sealer 174c may be provided on the lower side of the cartridge case 174a. For example, the lower sealer 174c may be arranged in a rectangular shape centered around the space 174f formed in the center of the cartridge case 174a and surrounding its outer perimeter. The lower sealer 174c can block the leakage of foreign substances from the dust bag cartridge 174. With this configuration, foreign substances that have passed through the dust bag cartridge 174 can be prevented from leaking between the dust bag cartridge 174 and the jointer 176.

The dust collection unit 170 may further include a pre-filter 175. The pre-filter 175 is disposed on the second flow path 182 and can separate foreign substances from the air flowing through the second flow path 182. For example, the pre-filter 175 may be disposed on the inlet side of the second flow path 182 to separate dust contained in the air that has passed through the dust separator 171. With this configuration, there is an effect of preventing foreign substances from entering the dust collection motor 191.

The pre-filter 175 may be detachably coupled to the second flow path 182. The pre-filter 175 may be detachably coupled to the second flow path 182 at the front of the cleaner station 100.

The dust collection unit 170 may further include a jointer 176.

The joint 176 may be disposed on the underside of the dust bag cartridge 174. For example, the upper side of the joint 176 may be in contact with the lower side of the dust bag cartridge 174. With this configuration, the jointer 176 can guide the attachment and detachment of the dust bag cartridge 174.

The jointer 176 may be disposed on the upper side of the envelope supporter 173. For example, the lower surface of the jointer 176 may be in contact with the upper surface of the envelope support unit 173.

The joiner 176 can cut and join the upper area of the dust bag 172 where dust is collected. Specifically, the bonding machine 176 can heat-wire bond the upper region of the dust bag 172 by gathering it to the central region of the dust bag 172. For example, the joint 176 may include a first joint member (not shown) and a second joint member (not shown). The first joining member (not shown) may move in a first direction through the first joining driving unit, and the second joining member (not shown) may move in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction through the second joining driving unit. .

With this configuration, dust collected from the outside can be collected inside the roll vinyl, and the roll vinyl can be automatically bonded. Accordingly, since the user does not need to separately tie a bag containing dust, etc., user convenience can be improved.

The jointer 176 includes a jointer case 176a, a sealer 176b, and a cartridge detection sensor 176c.

The jointer case 176a forms the exterior of the jointer. The adapter case 176a may be placed in the housing 110. For example, the adapter case 176a may be fixedly coupled to the housing 110.

The upper surface of the joint 176 may be inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground. That is, the upper surface of the joint case 176a may be inclined at a predetermined angle with respect to the ground. Specifically, the height of the upper surface of the joint 176 from the ground may gradually increase from one side to the other. For example, the height of the upper surface of the joint case 176a from the ground may gradually increase from the front end where the dust bag cartridge 174 is inserted toward the rear.

With this configuration, the entrance of the cartridge coupling space 174e into which the dust bag cartridge 174 is inserted is formed wide, and when the dust bag cartridge 174 is completely inserted into the cartridge coupling space 174e, the joint 176 It can support the dust bag cartridge 174.

A sealer 176b in contact with the dust bag cartridge 174 may be disposed on the upper surface of the joint case 176a. For example, the sealer 176b may be arranged in a rectangular shape surrounding the perimeter of the flow path portion 180. The sealer 176b can block foreign substances from leaking between the jointer 176 and the dust bag cartridge 174.

Meanwhile, if the dust bag cartridge 174 is not mounted in the correct position of the housing 110, sealing by the sealer may not be achieved. If the dust collection motor 191 is operated in this situation, a large amount of dust may scatter and may cause failure of parts inside the cleaner station 100.

In other words, it is necessary to prevent the dust bag cartridge 174 from being incorrectly installed and to detect whether the dust bag cartridge 174 is correctly installed.

To solve this problem, the vacuum cleaner station 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention further includes a cartridge detection sensor 176c.

A cartridge detection sensor 176c may be disposed on the upper side of the jointer case 176a. For example, the upper side of the joint case 176a may include a front upper side, a rear upper side, an upper left side, and an upper right side. Here, the front upper side may refer to the side disposed in front of the cleaner station where the dust bag cartridge is inserted among the upper sides, and the rear upper side may refer to the side disposed at the rear of the cleaner station among the upper left sides. The side may refer to a side disposed on the left side of the vacuum cleaner station among the upper sides, and the upper right side may refer to a side disposed on the right side of the vacuum cleaner station among the upper sides.

At this time, the cartridge detection sensor 176c may be disposed on the upper left or upper right side of the joint case 176a. Additionally, the cartridge detection sensor 176c may be disposed at an intermediate position along the front-to-back direction of the vacuum cleaner station 100. Additionally, the cartridge detection sensor 176c may be disposed outside the sealer 176b.

With this configuration, the cartridge detection sensor 176c can be placed without interfering with the movement paths of the first joining member (not shown) and the second joining member (not shown).

The cartridge detection sensor 176c can detect whether the dust bag cartridge 174 is coupled. At this time, the cartridge detection sensor 176c may include a contact sensor. As an example, the cartridge detection sensor 176c may include a micro switch.

With this configuration, when the dust bag cartridge 174 is inserted into the cartridge coupling space 174e, the cartridge detection sensor 176c and the dust bag cartridge 174 can come into contact, indicating that the dust bag cartridge 174 is coupled. It can be detected.

Meanwhile, although not shown, the dust collection unit 170 may further include a dust amount sensor (not shown). The dust amount sensor can measure the amount of dust in the dust bag 172.

The cleaner station 100 may include a flow path portion 180. The flow path unit 180 may connect the vacuum cleaner 200, the dust collection unit 170, and the dust collection motor 191.

The flow path portion 180 may include a first flow path 181, a second flow path 182, and a bypass flow path 183.

The first flow path 181 may connect the dust bin 220 and the dust collection unit 170 of the vacuum cleaner 200. The first flow path 181 may be disposed on the rear side of the coupling surface 121. The first passage 181 may refer to the space between the dust bin 220 and the dust collection unit 170 of the vacuum cleaner 200. The first passage 181 may be a space formed rearward from the dust passage hole 121a, or may be a passage formed downward from the dust passage hole 121a through which dust and air can flow.

For example, when the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the vacuum cleaner station 100 and the dust passage hole 121a is opened, the first flow path 181 is a first area 181a that communicates with the internal space of the dust bin 220. And it may include a second area 381b communicating with the first area 181a and the bag receiving space 115 (or the inner space of the dust collection unit 170). At this time, the direction in which the first area 181a is formed may be arranged substantially parallel to the axial direction (longitudinal direction) of the dust bin. Additionally, the direction in which the second area 181b is formed may be arranged parallel to the longitudinal axis C of the housing 110. At this time, the first area 181a may be formed at a predetermined angle with the second area 181b. With this configuration, a reduction in the suction power of the dust collection motor 191 in the first area 181 and the second flow path 182 can be minimized.

Accordingly, when the dust collection motor 191 operates, dust in the dust bin 220 of the vacuum cleaner 200 may flow to the dust collection unit 170 through the first flow path 181.

The second flow path 182 may connect the dust collection unit 170 and the dust suction module 190. Specifically, the second flow path 182 may be a flow path connecting the upper side of the dust collection unit 170 and the upper side of the dust suction module 190.

With this configuration, the air that has passed through the dust collection unit 170 through the second flow path 182 can be guided to the dust collection motor 191.

The bypass flow path 183 may connect the bag supporter 150 and the dust collection motor 191 in a flow path.

The bypass passage 183 may communicate with the bag receiving space 115 and the internal space of the dust suction module 190. For example, the bypass flow path 183 may be a flow path formed along the direction of gravity to connect the bag receiving space 115 and the dust suction module 190. With this configuration, the bypass flow path 183 can guide the air existing in the bag receiving space 115 to the dust collection motor 191.

The second flow path 182 and the bypass flow path 183 may communicate with each other and be connected to the dust suction module 190. For example, the second flow path 182 may be connected to the bypass flow path 183, and the bypass flow path 183 may be connected to the dust suction module 190. As another example, the bypass flow path 183 may be connected to the second flow path 182, and the second flow path 182 may be connected to the dust suction module 190. Accordingly, the second flow path 182 and the bypass flow path 183 may be connected in a flow path to the dust collection unit 170 and the dust collection motor 191, respectively.

With this configuration, the dust collection motor 191 is operated to maintain the shape of the dust bag and at the same time allow external air to be sucked in.

The cleaner station 100 may include a dust suction module 190. The dust suction module 190 may include a dust collection motor 191.

The dust collection motor 191 may be disposed below the dust collection unit 170. The dust collection motor 191 may generate suction force in the flow path portion 180. Through this, the dust collection motor 191 can provide suction power to suck dust in the dust bin 220 of the vacuum cleaner 200.

The dust collection motor 191 can generate suction force by rotation. As an example, the dust collection motor 191 may be formed in a shape similar to a cylinder and may generate suction force while rotating around a rotation axis. At this time, the direction of the rotation axis of the dust collection motor 191 may be arranged perpendicular to the ground.

Meanwhile, Figure 13 shows a block diagram for explaining the control configuration in the vacuum cleaner station according to an embodiment of the present invention.

With reference to FIG. 13, the control configuration of the vacuum cleaner station 100 of the present invention is described as follows.

The cleaner station 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a coupling part 120, a fixing unit 130, a door unit 140, a cover opening unit 150, a dust collection part 170, a flow path part 180, and It may further include a control unit 400 that controls the dust suction module 190.

The control unit 400 may be composed of a printed circuit board and elements mounted on the printed circuit board.

When the coupling sensor 125 detects the coupling of the vacuum cleaner 200, the coupling sensor 125 may transmit a signal indicating that the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the coupling unit 120. At this time, the control unit 400 may receive a signal from the coupling sensor 125 and determine that the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the coupling unit 120.

Additionally, when the charging unit 128 supplies power to the battery 240 of the vacuum cleaner 200, the control unit 400 may determine that the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the coupling unit 120.

If the control unit 400 determines that the vacuum cleaner 200 is coupled to the coupling unit 120, the control unit 400 may operate the fixing unit motor 133 to fix the vacuum cleaner 200.

When the fixing member 131 or the fixing link 135 moves to the predetermined fixing point FP1, the fixation detection unit 137 may transmit a signal that the vacuum cleaner 200 is fixed. The station control unit 400 may receive a signal from the fixation detection unit 137 that the vacuum cleaner 200 is fixed and determine that the vacuum cleaner 200 is fixed. When the station control unit 400 determines that the vacuum cleaner 200 is fixed, it can stop the operation of the fixing unit motor 133.

Meanwhile, when the emptying of the dust bin 200 is completed, the control unit 400 may rotate the fixing unit motor 133 in the reverse direction to release the vacuum cleaner 200.

If it is determined that the vacuum cleaner 200 is fixed to the coupling portion 120, the control unit 400 may operate the door motor 142 to open the door 141 of the vacuum cleaner station 100.

The door opening/closing detection unit 144 may transmit a signal that the door 141 is open when the door 141 or the door arm 143 reaches a predetermined open position DP1. The control unit 400 may receive a signal that the door 141 is open from the door open/close detection unit 137 and determine that the door 141 is open. The control unit 400 may stop the operation of the door motor 142 when it is determined that the door 141 is open.

Meanwhile, when emptying the dust bin 200 is completed, the control unit 400 may close the door 141 by rotating the door motor 142 in the reverse direction.

If it is determined that the door 141 is open, the control unit 400 may operate the cover opening motor 152 to open the discharge cover 222 of the vacuum cleaner 200.

The cover open detection unit 155f may transmit a signal that the discharge cover 222 is open when the guide frame 351e reaches the predetermined open position CP1. The control unit 400 may receive a signal that the discharge cover 222 is open from the cover open detection unit 155f and determine that the discharge cover 222 is open. The control unit 400 may stop the operation of the cover opening motor 152 when it is determined that the discharge cover 222 is open.

The control unit 400 may drive the bonding machine 176 to bond the dust bag 172. For example, the control unit 400 may operate the first joining member to move it in a first direction, and the control unit 400 may operate the second joining member to move it in a second direction perpendicular to the first direction. .

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, the control unit 400 may operate the jointer 176 after the operation of the dust collection motor 191 is terminated. As an example, the control unit 400 may operate the jointer 176 when a predetermined time has elapsed after the operation of the dust collection motor 191 is terminated. As another example, the control unit 400 may operate the dust collection motor 191 a preset number of times and then operate the jointer 176 after a predetermined time has elapsed. As another example, the control unit 400 operates the jointer 176 at preset intervals, but when the dust collection motor 191 is operating, the controller 400 may operate the jointer 176 after a predetermined time has elapsed. In addition, the control unit 400 may operate the jointer 176 when the amount of dust measured through a dust amount sensor (not shown) exceeds a predetermined standard.

With this configuration, hygiene can be improved by sealing the dust bag 172 while the dust settles in the dust bag 172 instead of floating inside the cleaner station 100.

Meanwhile, in this embodiment, the control unit 400 can determine whether the dust bag cartridge 174 is mounted through the cartridge detection sensor 176c. When the cartridge detection sensor 176c comes into contact with the dust bag cartridge 174, it can transmit this to the control unit 400. At this time, the control unit 400 can control the dust collection motor 191 to operate only when the dust bag cartridge 174 is mounted.

With this configuration, the control unit 400 can collect dust in the dust bin 220 only when the dust bag 172 is provided in the cleaner station 100. Accordingly, dust collection is performed without the dust bag 172, thereby preventing foreign substances from contaminating the interior of the vacuum cleaner station 100 and causing a breakdown of the vacuum cleaner station 100 due to foreign substances.

The control unit 400 may drive the dust collection motor 191 to suck in dust inside the dust bin 220.

The control unit 400 may operate the display unit 410 to display the dust bin emptying status and charging status for the vacuum cleaner 200. For example, in this embodiment, when the amount of dust measured by the dust amount sensor exceeds a predetermined standard value, the control unit 400 may display on the display unit 410 that the dust bag 172 needs to be replaced.

Meanwhile, the vacuum cleaner station 100 of the present invention may include a display unit 410.

The display unit 410 may be placed in the housing 110, as well as in a separate display device, and may be provided in a terminal, including a mobile phone.

The display unit 410 may be configured to include at least one of a display panel capable of outputting text and/or graphics, and a speaker capable of outputting voice signals and sounds. The user can easily understand the status of the current administration, remaining time, etc. through the information displayed through the display unit.

Meanwhile, the vacuum cleaner station 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include a memory 430. The memory 430 may include various data for driving and operating the vacuum cleaner station 100.

Meanwhile, the cleaner station 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may include an input unit 440. The input unit 440 generates key input data that the user inputs to control the operation of the vacuum cleaner station 100. To this end, the input unit 440 may be composed of a key pad, a dome switch, a touch pad (static pressure/electrostatic), etc. In particular, when the touch pad forms a mutual layer structure with the display unit 410, it can be called a touch screen.

Although the present invention has been described in detail through specific examples, this is for detailed explanation of the present invention, and the present invention is not limited thereto, and the present invention is intended to be understood by those skilled in the art within the technical spirit of the present invention. It is clear that modification or improvement is possible.

All simple modifications or changes of the present invention fall within the scope of the present invention, and the specific scope of protection of the present invention will be made clear by the appended claims.

1: Cleaner system 100: Cleaner station
110: housing 120: coupling part
130: fixed unit 140: door unit
150: cover opening unit 170: dust collection unit
171: dust separator 172: dust bag
173: Envelope support 173a: Support body
173b: Suction hole 173c: Wheel
174: Dust bag cartridge 175: Prefilter
176: adapter 180: flow path part
181: 1st Euro 182: 2nd Euro
183: Bypass Euro 190: Dust suction module
191: Dust collection motor 200: Vacuum cleaner
400: Control unit

Claims (10)

housing;
A coupling portion disposed on the housing and including a coupling surface to which at least a portion of the cleaner is coupled;
a dust collection unit accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the coupling unit, and collecting dust inside the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner; and
a dust collection motor accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the dust collection unit, and generating a suction force to suck dust inside the dust bin;
Including,
The dust collection unit,
a dust separator that separates dust from the air flowing in from the dust bin;
a dust bag storing dust separated by the dust separation unit;
a bag support portion that accommodates the dust bag; and
a dust bag cartridge detachably coupled to the lower side of the dust separator and supplying the dust bag;
Includes,
The dust separation unit,
A cleaner station, wherein the lower surface of the dust separator is inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground.
According to paragraph 1,
On the lower side of the dust separator,
A cleaner station characterized in that it is provided with a sealer in contact with the dust bag cartridge.
According to paragraph 1,
The lower side of the dust separator is,
A vacuum cleaner station, characterized in that the height from the ground gradually decreases from the front end where the dust bag cartridge is inserted to the rear.
housing;
A coupling portion disposed on the housing and including a coupling surface to which at least a portion of the cleaner is coupled;
a dust collection unit accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the coupling unit, and collecting dust inside the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner; and
a dust collection motor accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the dust collection unit, and generating a suction force to suck dust inside the dust bin;
Including,
The dust collection unit,
a dust separator that separates dust from the air flowing in from the dust bin;
a dust bag storing dust separated by the dust separation unit;
a bag support portion that accommodates the dust bag;
a dust bag cartridge detachably coupled to the lower side of the dust separator and supplying the dust bag; and
a jointer disposed below the dust bag cartridge and joining the dust bag;
It further includes,
A vacuum cleaner station, characterized in that the upper surface of the jointer is inclined at a predetermined angle with the ground.
According to paragraph 4,
On the upper side of the jointer,
A cleaner station characterized in that it is provided with a sealer in contact with the dust bag cartridge.
According to paragraph 4,
The upper side of the jointer is,
A vacuum cleaner station characterized in that the height from the ground gradually increases from the front end where the dust bag cartridge is inserted to the rear.
housing;
A coupling portion disposed on the housing and including a coupling surface to which at least a portion of the cleaner is coupled;
a dust collection unit accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the coupling unit, and collecting dust inside the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner; and
a dust collection motor accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the dust collection unit, and generating a suction force to suck dust inside the dust bin;
Including,
The dust collection unit,
a dust separator that separates dust from the air flowing in from the dust bin;
a dust bag storing dust separated by the dust separation unit;
a bag support portion that accommodates the dust bag; and
a dust bag cartridge detachably coupled to the lower side of the dust separator and supplying the dust bag;
Includes,
The dust bag cartridge is,
cartridge case; and
At least one sealer provided in the cartridge case;
A vacuum cleaner station including.
In clause 7,
The sealer is,
an upper sealer provided on the upper side of the cartridge case;
A vacuum cleaner station including.
In clause 7,
The dust bag cartridge is,
a lower sealer provided on the lower side of the cartridge case;
A vacuum cleaner station including.
housing;
A coupling portion disposed on the housing and including a coupling surface to which at least a portion of the cleaner is coupled;
a dust collection unit accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the coupling unit, and collecting dust inside the dust bin of the vacuum cleaner; and
a dust collection motor accommodated inside the housing, disposed below the dust collection unit, and generating a suction force to suck dust inside the dust bin;
Including,
The dust collection unit,
a dust separator that separates dust from the air flowing in from the dust bin;
a dust bag storing dust separated by the dust separation unit;
a bag support portion that accommodates the dust bag;
a dust bag cartridge detachably coupled to the lower side of the dust separator and supplying the dust bag; and
a jointer disposed below the dust bag cartridge and joining the dust bag;
Includes,
The adapter is,
adapter case;
a cartridge detection sensor provided on the upper side of the jointer case and detecting whether the dust bag cartridge is engaged;
A vacuum cleaner station including.