CN116289084A

CN116289084A - Method and device for controlling washing machine, washing machine and storage medium

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Publication number: CN116289084A
Application number: CN202310364675.3A
Authority: CN
Inventors: 颜灵智; 吕顺; 黄橙; 刘晨晨
Original assignee: Qingdao Haier Technology Co Ltd; Qingdao Haier Intelligent Home Appliance Technology Co Ltd; Haier Smart Home Co Ltd
Current assignee: Qingdao Haier Technology Co Ltd; Qingdao Haier Intelligent Home Appliance Technology Co Ltd; Haier Smart Home Co Ltd
Priority date: 2023-04-07
Filing date: 2023-04-07
Publication date: 2023-06-23

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of washing machines, and discloses a method for controlling a washing machine, which comprises the following steps: and acquiring the ending condition of the door opening action when the door opening action of the user is detected. And when the door opening operation is not finished, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user. In case it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained, the door lock of the washing machine is controlled to be unlocked. Thus, the door can be opened as compared to the case where the user must first push the button to unlock the washing machine. The first door opening intention of the user is determined to be obtained under the condition that the door opening action of the user is not finished, and then the door lock of the washing machine is controlled to be unlocked. The user can open the door without manually pressing the power button of the washing machine, thereby simplifying the operation of opening the door of the washing machine. The application also discloses a device for controlling the washing machine, the washing machine and a storage medium.

Description

Method and device for controlling washing machine, washing machine and storage medium

Technical Field

The present application relates to the technical field of washing machines, and for example, to a method and apparatus for controlling a washing machine, and a storage medium.

Background

Currently, in order to facilitate washing, many people install washing machines in their homes. The washing machine can wash clothes put in by a user according to a program set by the user. During operation of the washing machine, a user may not put the laundry into the washing machine because the laundry pocket is not taken out of the laundry pocket during washing, or other laundry to be washed. Accordingly, a user needs the washing machine to provide a function capable of unlocking the door lock in operation so that the user opens the door. In the related art, in order to enable a user to open a door during the operation of a washing machine, the user is generally required to manually press a pause button or a power button of the washing machine and pull the door open after the washing machine is paused or turned off for unlocking.

In the process of implementing the embodiments of the present disclosure, it is found that at least the following problems exist in the related art: in the related art, during the operation of the washing machine, a user usually needs to manually press a pause button or a power button of the washing machine, and the door can be opened after the washing machine is paused or turned off and the door lock is unlocked. It can be seen that the user must first push a button to unlock the washing machine to open the door. The operation is troublesome and the user experience is poor.

It should be noted that the information disclosed in the foregoing background section is only for enhancing understanding of the background of the present application and thus may include information that does not form the prior art that is already known to those of ordinary skill in the art.

Disclosure of Invention

The following presents a simplified summary in order to provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments. This summary is not an extensive overview, and is intended to neither identify key/critical elements nor delineate the scope of such embodiments, but is intended as a prelude to the more detailed description that follows.

The embodiment of the disclosure provides a method and a device for controlling a washing machine, the washing machine and a storage medium, so as to simplify the operation of opening a door of the washing machine by a user.

In some embodiments, the method for controlling a washing machine includes: and acquiring the ending condition of the door opening action when the door opening action of the user is detected. And when the door opening operation is not finished, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user. In case it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained, the door lock of the washing machine is controlled to be unlocked.

In some embodiments, the detection of a door opening action by a user is determined by: in the case that the first door opening signal is detected, it is determined that the door opening action of the user is detected. The first door opening signal is a pressure signal or a first sound signal generated by a user pulling a door of the washing machine.

In some embodiments, the end condition includes not ended or ended. The obtaining the end condition of the door opening action includes: if the door open signal is a pressure signal, if the pressure signal is continuously present, the end of the door open operation is determined as not ending. And/or, when the door opening signal is a pressure signal, if the pressure signal is not continuously present, determining that the door opening operation is finished.

In some embodiments, the ending condition comprises not ending or ending; the obtaining the end condition of the door opening action includes: under the condition that the door opening signal is a first sound signal, determining whether a preset second sound signal is detected or not; when the second sound signal is detected, the end is determined as the end of the door opening operation. And/or, in the case that the second sound signal is not detected, determining that the door opening operation is not finished.

In some embodiments, the controlling the unlocking of the door lock of the washing machine includes: first operation data of the washing machine is acquired. And determining whether the first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition. And under the condition that the first operation data meets the preset unlocking condition, unlocking the door lock. And/or, under the condition that the first operation data does not meet the preset unlocking condition, acquiring the second door opening intention of the user. Under the condition that the second door opening intention of the user is obtained, changing the first operation data of the washing machine until the changed second operation data meets the preset unlocking condition. And then unlocking the door lock.

In some embodiments, the obtaining the second door opening intention of the user includes: and inquiring whether the user continues to open the door of the washing machine by using preset inquiry information. And under the condition that a second door opening signal fed back by a user is acquired, determining to continue to open the door of the washing machine. In the case that it is determined to continue to open the door of the washing machine, it is determined that the second door opening intention of the user is acquired.

In some embodiments, the inquiring whether the user continues to open the door of the washing machine by using the preset inquiry information further includes: under the condition that the first operation data does not meet the preset unlocking condition, acquiring prompt voice corresponding to the first operation data which does not meet the preset unlocking condition. And broadcasting prompt voice to the user.

In some embodiments, the apparatus for controlling a washing machine includes: a processor and a memory storing program instructions, the processor being configured to perform the above-described method for controlling a washing machine when the program instructions are executed.

In some embodiments, the washing machine includes: a washing machine body. The above-mentioned device for controlling a washing machine is mounted to the washing machine body.

In some embodiments, the storage medium stores program instructions that, when executed, perform the method for controlling a washing machine described above.

The method and the device for controlling the washing machine, the washing machine and the storage medium provided by the embodiment of the disclosure can realize the following technical effects: the end condition of the door opening action is acquired by determining that the door opening action of the user is detected. And when the door opening operation is not finished, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user. And then controlling the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked in case that it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained. Thus, the door can be opened as compared to the case where the user must first push the button to unlock the washing machine. The first door opening intention of the user is determined to be obtained under the condition that the door opening action of the user is not finished, and then the door lock of the washing machine is controlled to be unlocked. The user can open the door without manually pressing the power button of the washing machine, thereby simplifying the operation of opening the door of the washing machine.

The foregoing general description and the following description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the application.

Drawings

One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example and not limitation in the figures of the accompanying drawings, in which like references indicate similar elements, and in which like reference numerals refer to similar elements, and in which:

FIG. 1 is a schematic view of a washing machine provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of a method for controlling a washing machine provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 3 is a schematic view of another method for controlling a washing machine provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 4 is a schematic view of another method for controlling a washing machine provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 5 is a schematic view of another method for controlling a washing machine provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure;

FIG. 6 is a schematic view of an apparatus for controlling a washing machine provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure;

fig. 7 is a schematic view of another washing machine provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure.

Detailed Description

So that the manner in which the features and techniques of the disclosed embodiments can be understood in more detail, a more particular description of the embodiments of the disclosure, briefly summarized below, may be had by reference to the appended drawings, which are not intended to be limiting of the embodiments of the disclosure. In the following description of the technology, for purposes of explanation, numerous details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be practiced without these details. In other instances, well-known structures and devices may be shown simplified in order to simplify the drawing.

The terms first, second and the like in the description and in the claims of the embodiments of the disclosure and in the above-described figures are used for distinguishing between similar objects and not necessarily for describing a particular sequential or chronological order. It is to be understood that the data so used may be interchanged where appropriate in order to describe embodiments of the present disclosure. Furthermore, the terms "comprise" and "have," as well as any variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion.

The term "plurality" means two or more, unless otherwise indicated.

In the embodiment of the present disclosure, the character "/" indicates that the front and rear objects are an or relationship. For example, A/B represents: a or B.

The term "and/or" is an associative relationship that describes an object, meaning that there may be three relationships. For example, a and/or B, represent: a or B, or, A and B.

The term "corresponding" may refer to an association or binding relationship, and the correspondence between a and B refers to an association or binding relationship between a and B.

In connection with the washing machine shown in fig. 1, the washing machine 1 includes a door 2. The door 2 includes a pull handle 3. The handle 3 is provided with a pressure sensor or a sounding module. In the case that the user pulls the handle 3, the user's hand may apply pressure to a pressure sensor or a sound emitting module provided at the handle 3. The sounding module generates a first voice signal under the condition of pressure. The pressure sensor generates a pressure signal when receiving pressure. The washing machine determines that a door opening motion of a user is detected in case that the first voice signal or the pressure signal is detected. And then acquiring the end condition of the door opening action. And when the door opening operation is not finished, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user. And controlling the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked in case that the first door opening intention is determined to be obtained. Therefore, the user can open the door without manually pressing the power button of the washing machine, and the operation of opening the door of the washing machine by the user is simplified.

In some embodiments, the sound emitting module includes an airbag and a siren. The whistle generates a first sound signal in the event that the air bag is depressed by pressure. In the event that the pressure experienced by the air bag ceases, the whistle produces a second acoustic signal. The first sound signal is different from the second sound signal.

In some embodiments, the sound emitting module includes an airbag and sirens respectively installed at both ends of the airbag. In the event that the air bag is depressed by pressure, one of the sirens produces a first audible signal. In the event that the pressure experienced by the air bag ceases, the other whistle produces a second acoustic signal that is different from the first acoustic signal.

In this way, since the sounding module is provided at the handle of the washing machine. So that the first sound signal or the second sound signal generated by the sound generating module can be generated according to the user's door of the washing machine. The method and the device are convenient for accurately determining the opening action of the user and judging whether the opening action is finished. Thus, the door opening intention of the user can be accurately determined. Meanwhile, the generating module capable of making sound determines the door opening action of the user, so that parents can be reminded under the condition that the children touch the door by mistake. The safety is improved.

As shown in connection with fig. 2, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a method for controlling a washing machine, including:

in step S101, the washing machine obtains the end of the door opening operation when it is determined that the door opening operation of the user is detected. Wherein the ending condition includes not ending or ending.

In step S102, the washing machine determines to obtain the first door opening intention of the user when the end of the door opening operation is not ended.

Step S103, the washing machine controls the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked under the condition that the first door opening intention is determined to be obtained.

By adopting the method for controlling the washing machine provided by the embodiment of the disclosure, under the condition that the door opening action of the user is detected, the ending condition of the door opening action is obtained. And when the door opening operation is not finished, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user. And then controlling the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked in case that it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained. Thus, the door can be opened as compared to the case where the user must first push the button to unlock the washing machine. The first door opening intention of the user is determined to be obtained under the condition that the door opening action of the user is not finished, and then the door lock of the washing machine is controlled to be unlocked. The user can open the door without manually pressing the power button of the washing machine, thereby simplifying the operation of opening the door of the washing machine.

Optionally, the detection of the door opening action of the user is determined by: in the case that the first door opening signal is detected, it is determined that the door opening action of the user is detected. The first door opening signal is a pressure signal or a first sound signal generated by a user pulling a door of the washing machine. Thus, the detected first door opening signal can accurately determine that the door opening action of the user is detected.

Further, the pressure signal is an electrical signal generated by the pressure sensor when the pressure sensor detects the pressure of the user sliding door. The first sound signal is the sound generated by the sound generating module when the user presses the door of the tractor. The pressure sensor or the sounding module is arranged at the handle of the door of the washing machine. In some embodiments, the washing machine further comprises a voice module. The voice module is used for collecting the sound generated by the sound generating module and carrying out voice broadcasting on the user.

In some embodiments, the pressure sensor is disposed at a handle of a door of the washing machine. For example, the inside of the handle. In case that the user wants to open the door, the user pulls the handle of the door of the washing machine with hand. When a user pulls the door, pressure is applied to the door handle. And under the condition that the pressure sensor arranged at the handle of the door detects the pressure applied by a user, a pressure signal is generated. The washing machine determines that the door opening action of the user is detected under the condition that the pressure sensor generates a pressure signal. Therefore, the outer side of the handle is easy to be touched by a user by mistake, and the pressure of the user when the handle is pulled by the user is detected through the pressure sensor arranged on the inner side of the handle, so that the door opening action of the user is determined, the probability of the user touching by mistake is reduced, and the accuracy of determining the door opening action of the user is increased.

In some embodiments, a washing machine includes a speech module and a sound module. The sounding module is disposed at a handle of a door of the washing machine, for example, inside the handle. The sounding module generates a first voice signal under the condition of pressure. In case of a pressure loss, a preset second speech signal is generated. In case that the user wants to open the door, the user pulls the handle of the door of the washing machine with hand. When a user pulls the door, pressure is applied to the sound emitting module at the door handle. The sounding module generates a first sound signal due to pressure applied by a user. The washing machine detects the first sound signal through the voice module and determines that the door opening action of the user is detected. Thus, the sound emitted by the sound emitting module can be used for judging the door opening action of the user and obtaining the action condition of the user. So as to control the unlocking of the door lock of the washing machine according to the action condition. Meanwhile, as the touch feeling of the sounding module is comfortable, a power supply is not required to be connected, and the use feeling of a user can be improved while energy is saved. Meanwhile, the outside of the handle is easy to be touched by a user by mistake, and the door opening action of the user is determined through the sounding module arranged on the inside of the handle, so that the probability of the user touching by mistake is reduced, and the accuracy of determining the door opening action of the user is increased.

Optionally, acquiring the end condition of the door opening action includes: if the door open signal is a pressure signal, if the pressure signal is continuously present, the end of the door open operation is determined as not ending. And/or, when the door opening signal is a pressure signal, if the pressure signal is not continuously present, determining that the door opening operation is finished. In this way, the end condition of the door opening operation is determined by whether or not the pressure signal is continuously present, so that the first door opening intention of the user is determined to be obtained when the end condition of the door opening operation is not ended. The door opening intention of the user is directly determined as compared to in the case of the pressure signal. The end condition of the door opening action is determined through the continuously existing pressure signal, so that the occurrence of the condition that the user directly determines to obtain the door opening intention of the user through the pressure signal generated by the mistaken touch can be reduced. Thereby improving the accuracy of acquiring the door opening intention.

Further, it is determined that the pressure signal is not sustained by: in the event that the pressure signal is lost or intermittent, it is determined that the pressure signal is not continuously present. In this way, the continuous door opening operation can be determined by the continuously existing pressure signal. The pressure signal generated by misoperation of the user can be avoided, and the misoperation is caused.

As shown in connection with fig. 3, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a method for controlling a washing machine, including:

in step S201, the washing machine determines that the door opening operation of the user is detected when the first door opening signal is detected. The first door opening signal is a pressure signal generated by a user pulling a door of the washing machine.

In step S202, the washing machine determines whether the pressure signal is continuously present. If yes, go to step S204; if not, go to step S203.

In step S203, the washing machine determines that the door opening operation has ended as an end condition of the door opening operation.

In step S204, the washing machine determines that the end of the door opening operation is not completed.

In step S205, the washing machine determines that the first door opening intention of the user is obtained when the end of the door opening operation is not ended.

In step S206, the washing machine controls the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked in case that it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained.

By adopting the method for controlling the washing machine provided by the embodiment of the disclosure, under the condition that the pressure signal is detected, the ending condition of the door opening action is determined according to the continuous existence condition of the pressure signal. And then, under the condition that the end condition of the door opening action is not ended, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user, and controlling the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked. The door opening intention of the user can be accurately obtained, so that the door lock is controlled to be unlocked under the condition that the door opening intention of the user is obtained. The user can open the door without manually pressing the power button of the washing machine, thereby simplifying the operation of opening the door of the washing machine. The use feeling of the user is improved. Meanwhile, the occurrence of the situation that the user directly determines to obtain the door opening intention of the user through the pressure signal generated by the mistaken touch can be reduced. Thereby improving the accuracy of acquiring the door opening intention.

Optionally, acquiring the end condition of the door opening action includes: and determining whether a preset second sound signal is detected or not under the condition that the door opening signal is the first sound signal. When the second sound signal is detected, the end is determined as the end of the door opening operation. And/or, in the case that the second sound signal is not detected, determining that the door opening operation is not finished. Wherein the second sound signal is the sound generated by the balloon whistle when the user releases the handle. In this way, by detecting the first sound signal and not detecting the second sound signal, it can be determined that the user is constantly continuing the door opening operation. The situation that a user pulls the machine door by mistake to cause door entering misunlocking can be avoided.

As shown in connection with fig. 4, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a method for controlling a washing machine, including:

in step S301, the washing machine determines that the door opening operation of the user is detected when the first door opening signal is detected. The first door opening signal is a first sound signal generated by a user pulling a door of the washing machine.

In step S302, the washing machine determines whether a preset second sound signal is detected. If yes, executing step S304; if not, go to step S303.

In step S303, the washing machine determines that the door opening operation is completed.

In step S304, the washing machine determines that the open operation is not completed.

In step S305, the washing machine determines to obtain the first door opening intention of the user when the end of the door opening operation is not ended.

In step S306, the washing machine controls the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked in case that it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained.

By adopting the method for controlling the washing machine provided by the embodiment of the disclosure, under the condition that the first sound signal is detected, the ending condition of the door opening action is determined according to the detection condition of the second sound signal. And then, under the condition that the end condition of the door opening action is not ended, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user, and controlling the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked. The door opening intention of the user can be accurately obtained, so that under the condition that the door opening intention of the user is obtained, the power button of the washing machine does not need to be manually pressed, and the automatic unlocking of the door lock is realized. The door of the washing machine can be opened under the condition that the user does not manually press the power button of the washing machine, and the operation of opening the door of the washing machine by the user is simplified. Thereby improving the user experience. Meanwhile, in the case where the first sound signal is detected and the second sound signal is not detected, it can be determined that the user is constantly continuing the door opening action. The situation that a user pulls the machine door by mistake to cause door entering misunlocking can be avoided.

Optionally, controlling the door lock of the washing machine to unlock includes: first operation data of the washing machine is acquired. And determining whether the first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition. And under the condition that the first operation data meets the preset unlocking condition, unlocking the door lock. And/or, under the condition that the first operation data does not meet the preset unlocking condition, acquiring the second door opening intention of the user. Under the condition that the second door opening intention of the user is obtained, changing the first operation data of the washing machine until the changed second operation data meets the preset unlocking condition. And then unlocking the door lock. In this way, by stopping the operation and releasing the lock of the door lock when the first operation data satisfies the preset unlocking condition. Under the condition that the first operation data does not meet the preset unlocking condition, the first operation data of the washing machine is changed until the changed second operation data meet the preset unlocking condition. And then the lock of the door lock is released. The automatic unlocking of the door lock is realized. The user can pull the door open after the door lock is unlocked, and does not need to manually press the power button of the washing machine, so that the use feeling of the user is improved.

Further, unlocking the door lock further includes: the operation of the washing machine is suspended. For example: temporary water feeding, suspending the rotation of the tub, suspending heating, etc. Thus, the clothes can be unlocked after the operation is suspended, and a user can conveniently take the clothes or put the clothes into the clothes. Meanwhile, the clothes can be continuously operated after the user puts the clothes in.

Further, acquiring first operation data of the washing machine includes: and acquiring the working state of the washing machine. The working state comprises a shutdown state, a standby state or an operation state. In a state in which the washing machine is in operation, first operation data is acquired. Wherein the first operation data includes an operation mode of the washing machine.

In some embodiments, the operating states of the washing machine are divided according to the operating conditions of the washing machine. The operating states of the washing machine include a shutdown state, a standby state, and an operation state. In the case that the washing machine is in a shutdown state or a standby state, the door lock of the door of the washing machine is not locked. Wherein, under the condition that the washing machine is not shut down and is not in the working state, the washing machine is in a standby state. Thus, when the user makes a door opening operation, the user can directly pull the door of the washing machine open. In a state in which the washing machine is in operation, the washing machine is performing a washing operation designated by a user. The door lock of the door of the washing machine is locked, and the door cannot be pulled open by an external force. After the door lock is unlocked, the user can pull the door open.

Further, the first operation data includes an operation mode in which the washing machine is being operated. Wherein, the working mode includes: a dehydration mode, a drying mode, a washing mode, or a shaking mode. In case that the operation mode of the washing machine is a dehydration mode, the first operation data further includes water level data, rotation speed data, and water temperature data. In case that the operation mode of the washing machine is a drying mode, the first operation data further includes temperature data. Wherein the temperature data is the temperature in the tub of the washing machine. In case that the operation mode of the washing machine is a washing mode, the first operation data further includes water level data, rotation speed data, and water temperature data. Thus, the user is easy to scald due to the overhigh temperature or water temperature. The user's hand is rolled into the pail easily to the rotational speed too high, causes the user to harm, also is difficult for the user to get the clothing simultaneously. The water level is too high, so that washing water mixed with the detergent directly overflows after the door is opened, ground pollution is caused to be wet and slippery, and a user is easy to fall down. And unlocking the door lock by determining that the first operation data meets the preset unlocking condition. The water level data, the rotating speed data and the water temperature data are all in a safe range, and the safety of a user is improved.

Further, determining whether the first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition includes: and under the condition that the working mode is the shake-out mode, determining that the first operation data meets the preset unlocking condition.

In some embodiments, the operating sequence of the operating modes of the washing machine is: a washing mode, a dehydrating mode, a drying mode, and a shaking mode. After the washing machine completes washing and dewatering, the laundry in the washing machine has been drained of water, and the temperature in the tub has been restored to room temperature. The washing machine executes the shaking and scattering program and enters a shaking and scattering mode. Under the condition that the washing machine is in the shaking mode, the washing machine can reciprocate in the washing tub at a low speed in a forward and reverse rotation mode. So as to avoid bacteria from accumulating and propagating at a certain place and prevent peculiar smell of clothes caused by incapability of timely airing after washing by a user. At this time, the first operation data is an operation mode in which the washing machine is operating: shake-out mode. The first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition. And controlling the washing machine to stop running in a shaking mode, namely controlling the washing machine to stop rotating and then unlocking. Or, the washing machine is controlled to stop running while unlocking the door lock. No loss or damage is caused to the user. The automatic unlocking of the door lock is realized while the safety of the user is improved. In addition, because the door opening action of the user sliding door is not finished at this time, the unlocked machine door can be pulled open by the user. Compared with the prior art, the user presses the shutdown button and then pulls the door, and the user can pull the door open only by continuously pulling the door open. The simplicity of the operation of the user is improved.

Further, determining whether the first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition includes: under the condition that the working mode is a dehydration mode or a washing mode, if the water level data is smaller than or equal to a preset reference water level value, the rotating speed data is smaller than or equal to a preset reference rotating speed value and the water temperature data is smaller than or equal to a preset reference water temperature value, determining that the first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition. And/or under the condition that the working mode is a dehydration mode or a washing mode, if the water level data is larger than a preset reference water level value, the rotating speed data is larger than a preset reference rotating speed value or the water temperature data is larger than a preset reference water temperature value, determining that the first operation data does not meet the preset unlocking condition.

In some embodiments, the operating mode in which the washing machine is running is a washing mode. Then, the first operation data includes: washing mode, water level data, rotational speed data, and water temperature data. If the washing machine is in the weighing stage of the washing mode, the washing machine is slow in rotating speed, does not feed water and is not heated. Therefore, if the water level data of the washing machine is less than or equal to a preset reference water level value, the rotation speed data is less than or equal to a preset reference rotation speed value, and the water temperature data is less than or equal to a preset reference water temperature value, it is determined that the first operation data satisfies a preset unlocking condition. And then unlocking the door lock.

In some embodiments, if the washing machine is in the fresh water phase of the washing mode, the washing machine does not or rotates very slowly, the water level is below the position of the observation window, and heating begins just. Therefore, if the water level data of the washing machine is less than or equal to a preset reference water level value, the rotation speed data is less than or equal to a preset reference rotation speed value, and the water temperature data is less than or equal to a preset reference water temperature value, it is determined that the first operation data satisfies a preset unlocking condition.

Further, determining whether the first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition includes: under the condition that the working mode of the washing machine is a drying mode, if the temperature data is smaller than or equal to a preset reference temperature value, the first operation data is determined to meet the preset unlocking condition. And/or under the condition that the working mode of the washing machine is a drying mode, if the temperature data is larger than a preset reference temperature value, determining that the first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition.

Further, changing the first operation data of the washing machine includes: and controlling the washing machine to introduce cold water under the condition that the water temperature data is larger than a preset reference water temperature value. And then re-acquiring water temperature data, re-acquiring water level data under the condition that the re-acquired water temperature data is smaller than or equal to a reference water temperature value, and controlling the water discharge of the washing machine under the condition that the re-acquired water level data is larger than a preset reference water level value.

Further, changing the first operation data of the washing machine includes: and controlling the water discharge of the washing machine under the condition that the water level data is larger than a preset reference water level value and the water temperature data is smaller than or equal to a preset reference water temperature value.

Further, changing the first operation data of the washing machine includes: and controlling the washing machine to reduce the rotating speed under the condition that the rotating speed data is larger than a preset reference rotating speed value.

Further, changing the first operation data of the washing machine includes: and under the condition that the temperature data is larger than a preset reference temperature value, controlling the washing machine to exit the drying mode, and increasing the rotating speed of the washing machine. In this way, the heating is not performed after the drying mode is exited, and meanwhile, the rotating speed is increased. Increasing the rate of cooling.

Optionally, acquiring the second door opening intention of the user includes: and inquiring whether the user continues to open the door of the washing machine by using preset inquiry information. And under the condition that a second door opening signal fed back by a user is acquired, determining to continue to open the door of the washing machine. In the case that it is determined to continue to open the door of the washing machine, it is determined that the second door opening intention of the user is acquired. Thus, the user is inquired whether to continue opening the door of the washing machine, and a second door opening signal fed back by the user is obtained, so that the second door opening intention of the user can be obtained. So that the door lock is unlocked after the washing machine is controlled to change the first operation data of the washing machine. The automatic unlocking of the door lock is realized, and the power button of the washing machine does not need to be manually pressed, so that the use feeling of a user is improved. Meanwhile, by inquiring the user and obtaining the reply of the user, the accuracy of acquiring the intention of the user for opening the door can be improved, and the interaction pleasure between the washing machine and the user can be improved.

Further, the second door opening signal which is fed back by the user is determined by the following method: and determining the acquired second door opening signal fed back by the user under the conditions that the door opening action corresponding to the first door opening intention is not ended, the voice module is utilized to detect the voice used for representing the continuous door opening of the user, the door opening action of the user is re-detected after the door opening action corresponding to the first door opening intention is ended, or a door opening instruction sent by a preset user terminal is received. The user terminal is a terminal device installed with an application program corresponding to the washing machine, for example, a mobile phone installed with the application program corresponding to the washing machine, a computer installed with the application program corresponding to the washing machine, or a tablet installed with the application program corresponding to the washing machine. Therefore, the second door opening intention of the user can be obtained through various methods, so that the user can operate according to the intention of the user, and the user has more flexibility.

Optionally, the method further includes the step of inquiring whether the user continues to open the door of the washing machine by using preset inquiry information: under the condition that the first operation data does not meet the preset unlocking condition, acquiring prompt voice corresponding to the first operation data which does not meet the preset unlocking condition. And broadcasting prompt voice to the user. In this way, by broadcasting the prompt voice corresponding to the first operation data which does not meet the preset unlocking condition to the user, the user can be made clear what causes the unlocking cannot be performed. The user's understanding of the logic used by the washing machine can be improved. The washing machine is used by the user clearly, so that the user can conveniently control the washing machine. Meanwhile, prompt voice is broadcast to the user, so that the user can be prevented from opening the door by brute force, the washing machine is damaged, and the property safety of the user is protected.

In some embodiments, the prompt voice is used to prompt the user for a reason why the washing machine cannot be unlocked. For example: under the condition that the first operation data which does not meet the preset unlocking condition is water level data, the current water level is too high, and the door is opened to cause overflow of washing water. "determined as alert speech. And/or under the condition that the first operation data which does not meet the preset unlocking condition is water temperature data, the current water temperature is too high, and the door is easy to scald. "determined as alert speech. And/or under the condition that the first operation data which does not meet the preset unlocking condition is the rotating speed data, the current rotating speed is too fast, and the door is easy to be injured. "determined as alert speech. And/or under the condition that the first operation data which does not meet the preset unlocking condition is temperature data, the current temperature is too high, and the door is easy to scald. "determined as alert speech.

As shown in connection with fig. 5, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a method for controlling a washing machine, including:

in step S401, the washing machine determines that the door opening operation of the user is detected when the first door opening signal is detected. The first door opening signal is a pressure signal or a first sound signal generated by a user pulling a door of the washing machine. Step S402 is then performed.

In step S402, the washing machine obtains the end of the door opening operation when it is determined that the door opening operation of the user is detected. Step S403 is then performed.

In step S403, when the end of the door opening operation is not ended, the washing machine determines that the first door opening intention of the user is obtained. Step S404 is then performed.

In step S404, the washing machine obtains first operation data of the washing machine in case that it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained. Step S405 is then performed.

In step S405, the washing machine determines whether the first operation data satisfies a preset unlocking condition. If yes, go to step S412; if not, go to step S406.

In step S406, the washing machine obtains a prompt voice corresponding to the first operation data that does not satisfy the preset unlocking condition. Then step S407 is performed.

Step S407, the washing machine reports prompt voice to the user. Step S408 is then performed.

In step S408, the washing machine inquires of the user whether to continue opening the door of the washing machine using preset inquiry information. Then step S409 is performed.

In step S409, the washing machine determines to continue to open the door of the washing machine when the second door opening signal fed back by the user is obtained. Step S410 is then performed.

In step S410, the washing machine determines that the second door opening intention of the user is acquired in case it is determined to continue to open the door of the washing machine. Step S411 is then performed.

In step S411, the washing machine changes the first operation data until the changed second operation data satisfies a preset unlocking condition. Step S412 is then performed.

In step S412, the washing machine unlocks the door lock.

By adopting the method for controlling the washing machine provided by the embodiment of the disclosure, the ending condition of the door opening action is obtained under the condition that the door opening action of the user is detected. And when the door opening operation is not finished, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user. And then acquiring first operation data in the case that the first door opening intention is determined to be acquired. And if the first operation data meets the preset condition, unlocking the door lock. So that the user can directly pull the door open after the door lock is unlocked. If the first operation data is not satisfied, inquiring whether the user continues to open the door of the washing machine and acquire the second door opening intention of the user, and then changing the first operation data to enable the changed second operation data to satisfy the unlocking condition. The user can conveniently pull the machine door open. Thus, the operation of opening the door of the washing machine by the user is simplified under the condition that the safety of the user is improved. Meanwhile, through broadcasting prompt voice to the user, inquiring whether the user continues to open the door of the washing machine and acquiring the second door opening intention of the user, the user can understand the logic used by the washing machine more in the process of interacting with the user. The washing machine is used by the user clearly, so that the user can conveniently and pleasurably control the washing machine.

As shown in connection with fig. 6, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides an apparatus 4 for controlling a washing machine, including a processor (processor) 5 and a memory (memory) 6. Optionally, the apparatus may further comprise a communication interface (communication interface) 7 and a bus 8. The processor 5, the communication interface 7 and the memory 6 can communicate with each other via the bus 8. The communication interface 7 may be used for information transmission. The processor 5 may call logic instructions in the memory 6 to perform the method for controlling the washing machine of the above-described embodiment.

Further, the logic instructions in the memory 6 described above may be implemented in the form of software functional units and may be stored in a computer readable storage medium when sold or used as a stand alone product.

The memory 6 is used as a computer readable storage medium for storing a software program, a computer executable program, such as program instructions/modules corresponding to the methods in the embodiments of the present disclosure. The processor 5 executes functional applications and data processing by running program instructions/modules stored in the memory 6, i.e. implements the method for controlling the washing machine in the above-described embodiments.

The memory 6 may include a memory program area and a memory data area, wherein the memory program area may store an operating system, at least one application program required for a function; the storage data area may store data created according to the use of the terminal device, etc. Further, the memory 6 may include a high-speed random access memory, and may also include a nonvolatile memory.

By adopting the device for controlling the washing machine, which is provided by the embodiment of the disclosure, under the condition that the door opening action of the user is detected, the ending condition of the door opening action is obtained. And when the door opening operation is not finished, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user. And then controlling the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked in case that it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained. Thus, the power button of the washing machine is manually pressed by the user to control the washing machine to unlock, as compared with the case where the user is required to manually press the power button. The first door opening intention of the user is determined to be obtained under the condition that the door opening action of the user is not finished, and then the door lock of the washing machine is controlled to be unlocked. The automatic unlocking of the door lock is realized without manually pressing the power button of the washing machine.

As shown in conjunction with fig. 7, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a washing machine 1 including: a product body, and the above-mentioned device 4 for controlling a washing machine. The device 4 for controlling the washing machine is mounted to the washing machine body. The mounting relationship described herein is not limited to being placed inside the washing machine, but also includes mounting connections with other components of the washing machine, including but not limited to physical connections, electrical connections, or signal transmission connections, etc. It will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the device 4 for controlling a washing machine may be adapted to a viable washing machine body, thereby enabling other viable embodiments.

By adopting the washing machine provided by the embodiment of the disclosure, the end condition of the door opening action is obtained under the condition that the door opening action of a user is detected. And when the door opening operation is not finished, determining to acquire the first door opening intention of the user. And then controlling the door lock of the washing machine to be unlocked in case that it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained. Thus, the power button of the washing machine is manually pressed by the user to control the washing machine to unlock, as compared with the case where the user is required to manually press the power button. The first door opening intention of the user is determined to be obtained under the condition that the door opening action of the user is not finished, and then the door lock of the washing machine is controlled to be unlocked. The automatic unlocking of the door lock is realized without manually pressing the power button of the washing machine.

Embodiments of the present disclosure provide a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions configured to perform the above-described method for controlling a washing machine.

The computer readable storage medium may be a transitory computer readable storage medium or a non-transitory computer readable storage medium.

Embodiments of the present disclosure may be embodied in a software product stored on a storage medium, including one or more instructions for causing a computer device (which may be a personal computer, a server, or a network device, etc.) to perform all or part of the steps of a method according to embodiments of the present disclosure. And the aforementioned storage medium may be a non-transitory storage medium including: a plurality of media capable of storing program codes, such as a usb disk, a removable hard disk, a Read-only memory (ROM), a random access memory (RAM, randomAccessMemory), a magnetic disk, or an optical disk, or a transitory storage medium.

The above description and the drawings illustrate embodiments of the disclosure sufficiently to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may involve structural, logical, electrical, process, and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the sequence of operations may vary. Portions and features of some embodiments may be included in, or substituted for, those of others. Moreover, the terminology used in the present application is for the purpose of describing embodiments only and is not intended to limit the claims. As used in the description of the embodiments and the claims, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" (the) are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Similarly, the term "and/or" as used in this application is meant to encompass any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed. Furthermore, when used in this application, the terms "comprises," "comprising," and/or "includes," and variations thereof, mean that the stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components are present, but that the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groups thereof is not precluded. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one …" does not exclude the presence of other like elements in a process, method or apparatus comprising such elements. In this context, each embodiment may be described with emphasis on the differences from the other embodiments, and the same similar parts between the various embodiments may be referred to each other. For the methods, products, etc. disclosed in the embodiments, if they correspond to the method sections disclosed in the embodiments, the description of the method sections may be referred to for relevance.

Those of skill in the art will appreciate that the various illustrative elements and algorithm steps described in connection with the embodiments disclosed herein may be implemented as electronic hardware, or combinations of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether such functionality is implemented as hardware or software depends upon the particular application and design constraints imposed on the solution. The skilled artisan may use different methods for each particular application to achieve the described functionality, but such implementation should not be considered to be beyond the scope of the embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art that, for convenience and brevity of description, specific working procedures of the above-described systems, apparatuses and units may refer to corresponding procedures in the foregoing method embodiments, which are not repeated herein.

In the embodiments disclosed herein, the disclosed methods, articles of manufacture (including but not limited to devices, apparatuses, etc.) may be practiced in other ways. For example, the apparatus embodiments described above are merely illustrative, and for example, the division of the units may be merely a logical function division, and there may be additional divisions when actually implemented, for example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be omitted, or not performed. In addition, the coupling or direct coupling or communication connection shown or discussed with each other may be through some interface, device or unit indirect coupling or communication connection, which may be in electrical, mechanical or other form. The units described as separate units may or may not be physically separate, and units shown as units may or may not be physical units, may be located in one place, or may be distributed on a plurality of network units. Some or all of the units may be selected according to actual needs to implement the present embodiment. In addition, each functional unit in the embodiments of the present disclosure may be integrated in one processing unit, or each unit may exist alone physically, or two or more units may be integrated in one unit.

The flowcharts and block diagrams in the figures illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods and computer program products according to embodiments of the present disclosure. In this regard, each block in the flowchart or block diagrams may represent a module, segment, or portion of code, which comprises one or more executable instructions for implementing the specified logical function(s). In some alternative implementations, the functions noted in the block may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two blocks shown in succession may, in fact, be executed substantially concurrently, or the blocks may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality involved. In the description corresponding to the flowcharts and block diagrams in the figures, operations or steps corresponding to different blocks may also occur in different orders than that disclosed in the description, and sometimes no specific order exists between different operations or steps. For example, two consecutive operations or steps may actually be performed substantially in parallel, they may sometimes be performed in reverse order, which may be dependent on the functions involved. Each block of the block diagrams and/or flowchart illustration, and combinations of blocks in the block diagrams and/or flowchart illustration, can be implemented by special purpose hardware-based systems which perform the specified functions or acts, or combinations of special purpose hardware and computer instructions.

Claims

1. A method for controlling a washing machine, comprising:

acquiring the ending condition of the door opening action under the condition that the door opening action of the user is detected;

determining to obtain a first door opening intention of a user under the condition that the door opening action is not ended;

in case it is determined that the first door opening intention is obtained, the door lock of the washing machine is controlled to be unlocked.

2. The method of claim 1, wherein the detection of the user's door opening action is determined by:

determining that a door opening action of a user is detected under the condition that a first door opening signal is detected; the first door opening signal is a pressure signal or a first sound signal generated by a user pulling a door of the washing machine.

3. The method of claim 2, wherein the ending condition comprises not ending or ending; acquiring the end condition of the door opening action, including:

if the door opening signal is a pressure signal, if the pressure signal is continuously present, determining that the door opening operation is not finished; and/or the number of the groups of groups,

when the door opening signal is a pressure signal, if the pressure signal does not exist continuously, the door opening signal is determined to be the end of the door opening operation.

4. The method of claim 2, wherein the ending condition comprises not ending or ending; acquiring the end condition of the door opening action, including:

under the condition that the door opening signal is a first sound signal, determining whether a preset second sound signal is detected or not;

determining that the door opening operation is finished as the end condition of the door opening operation when the second sound signal is detected; and/or, in the case that the second sound signal is not detected, determining that the door opening operation is not finished.

5. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein controlling the unlocking of the door lock of the washing machine comprises:

acquiring first operation data of the washing machine;

determining whether the first operation data meets a preset unlocking condition;

under the condition that the first operation data meets the preset unlocking condition, unlocking the door lock; and/or, under the condition that the first operation data does not meet the preset unlocking condition, acquiring a second door opening intention of the user; under the condition that the second door opening intention of the user is obtained, changing the first operation data of the washing machine until the changed second operation data meets the preset unlocking condition; and then unlocking the door lock.

6. The method of claim 5, wherein obtaining a second door opening intent of the user comprises:

inquiring whether the user continues to open the door of the washing machine by using preset inquiry information;

under the condition that a second door opening signal fed back by a user is obtained, determining to continuously open a door of the washing machine;

in the case that it is determined to continue to open the door of the washing machine, it is determined that the second door opening intention of the user is acquired.

7. The method of claim 6, wherein the inquiring of the user about whether to continue opening the door of the washing machine using the preset inquiry information, further comprises:

under the condition that the first operation data does not meet the preset unlocking condition, acquiring prompt voice corresponding to the first operation data which does not meet the preset unlocking condition;

and broadcasting prompt voice to the user.

8. An apparatus for controlling a washing machine comprising a processor and a memory storing program instructions, wherein the processor is configured to perform the method for controlling a washing machine as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 7 when the program instructions are run.

9. A washing machine, comprising:

a washing machine body;

The apparatus for controlling a washing machine as claimed in claim 8, mounted to the washing machine body.

10. A storage medium storing program instructions which, when executed, perform the method for controlling a washing machine as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 7.