Investigation of flexible multi-mode harmonic vibration for the automatic washing process

This article discusses multi-mode vibration for the vibration motor in the washing process. Sinusoidal vibration modes for the speed servo command are carefully designed for flexible control. Different kinds of operating modes for possible automatic process control are provided. Three basic and five extended vibration modes for different operations are proposed. Simulation and experimental results will be compared to verify the formulation. To make the washing process more flexible, various servo commands are provided to be reconfigurable for the required vibration motion. Differing from the conventional approach of mechanically regulating the blade angle of the vibration motor, multi- mode vibration developed by the software approach is successfully proposed. It is easier for the washing process to be electrically regulated instead of it being a mechanical operation only. It is believed that this article will be beneficial for the application of an automatic washing process of the washing machine.