17955831. WASHING MACHINE AND CONTROLLING METHOD FOR THE SAME simplified abstract (SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.)
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WASHING MACHINE AND CONTROLLING METHOD FOR THE SAME
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WASHING MACHINE AND CONTROLLING METHOD FOR THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 17955831 titled 'WASHING MACHINE AND CONTROLLING METHOD FOR THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a washing machine that can accurately determine the state of a water supplier during a water supply cycle. It includes a tub, a drum, a driving motor, a water supplier, a water level sensor, and a controller.
- The tub is where the clothes are placed for washing.
- The drum is rotationally arranged in the tub and is responsible for agitating the clothes.
- The driving motor is used to rotate the drum.
- The water supplier is responsible for supplying water into the tub.
- The water level sensor measures the water level in the tub.
- The controller controls the driving motor and performs weight detection courses.
The patent/innovation includes the following points:
- The washing machine performs a first weight detection course before water supply starts to accurately determine the weight of the clothes.
- After the water supply starts, the controller monitors the water level in the tub.
- If the water level is below a preset level after a certain time, the controller initiates a second weight detection course.
- The second weight detection course helps to determine if any clothes have been added or removed during the washing process.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Household washing machines
- Commercial laundry facilities
- Industrial washing machines
Problems solved by this technology:
- Accurate determination of the weight of clothes before and during the washing process
- Ensuring proper water supply based on the weight of the clothes
- Detecting any changes in the weight of the clothes during the washing process
Benefits of this technology:
- Improved washing efficiency and effectiveness
- Water and energy savings by supplying the appropriate amount of water based on the weight of the clothes
- Enhanced user experience with automatic weight detection and adjustment
Original Abstract Submitted
A washing machine capable of determining an accurate state of a water supplier during a water supply course includes a tub; a drum rotationally arranged in the tub; a driving motor configured to rotate the drum; a water supplier configured to supply water into the tub; a water level sensor configured to measure a water level in the tub; and a controller configured to control the driving motor to perform a first weight detection course before water supply is started, and control the driving motor to perform a second weight detection course based on the water level in the tub being less than a preset water level when a predetermined time has elapsed after the water supply into the tub is started.
