Control method and control device of cabinet air conditioner and cabinet air conditioner

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of electrical appliances, and provides a control method and device of a cabinet air conditioner and the cabinet air conditioner. The cabinet air conditioner comprises a main air duct and two branch air ducts, the ends of the two branch air ducts are respectively formed into two air outlets parallel along a horizontal direction; the main air duct is provided with an oscillatable flow divider arranged in segments along a vertical direction; the two air outlets are respectively provided with rotatable air deflectors arranged in segments along the vertical direction; the method comprises the following steps: in response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a partitioned air supply instruction, obtaining user information of an indoor user; and according to the user information and a current working mode of the air conditioner, the working state of the flow divider and / or the air deflector is controlled and adjusted, and the working mode at least comprises a cooling mode and a heating mode. The application can dynamically adjust air volume distribution and air outlet direction according to actual demands of different users under different working conditions, and significantly improves individual thermal comfort.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electrical technology, and in particular to a control method, control device, and cabinet air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Existing cabinet air conditioners typically include a casing, main air duct, fan, and at least one air outlet. To improve air delivery coverage, some products adopt a dual-outlet structure, with two outlets arranged side-by-side horizontally, corresponding to the left and right air delivery areas respectively. These air conditioners generally have air guide vanes inside the outlets to adjust the airflow direction; some models also have guide vanes or dampers inside the air duct to distribute the air volume to the left and right sides.

[0003] However, the air deflectors in the aforementioned structures mostly adopt an integrated linkage method, meaning all blades swing synchronously, making it impossible to independently control the airflow direction for different height areas. The airflow distribution mechanisms are also mostly fixed ratios or only support coarse switching, lacking the ability to continuously and dynamically adjust the airflow in the left and right ducts. Even if some products incorporate infrared or image sensors to detect the user's location, their control strategies are still limited to overall wind speed increases or decreases or uniform deflection of the air deflectors, failing to implement differentiated control based on individual user characteristics and air conditioning operating conditions.

[0004] In cooling mode, if a user is positioned in front of an air outlet, the cold air can blow directly onto their body, potentially causing discomfort, especially for the elderly and children. In heating mode, the rising nature of hot air often leads to insufficient heating in the lower spaces. Without targeted enhancement of lower-level airflow, it's difficult to meet actual thermal comfort needs. Existing technologies, limited by their actuator structure and simplistic control logic, cannot accommodate the airflow preferences of different user types under varying operating conditions within the same device. Their airflow strategy essentially prioritizes achieving the desired ambient temperature, failing to establish a coordinated response mechanism between user attributes, spatial location, and operating mode, resulting in a trade-off between comfort and energy efficiency. This deficiency stems from the dual limitations of the non-segmentable hardware structure and the lack of scenario-adaptive control logic, representing an inherent deficiency in existing zoned airflow technologies. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This invention provides a control method, control device, and cabinet air conditioner to address the deficiencies in the prior art and achieve the following technical effects: enabling the cabinet air conditioner to dynamically adjust the air volume distribution and air outlet direction according to the actual needs of different users under different working conditions, thereby significantly improving individual thermal comfort.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention protects a control method for a cabinet air conditioner, the cabinet air conditioner comprising a main air duct and two branch air ducts, the ends of the two branch air ducts respectively forming two air outlets; a flow divider is provided in the main air duct, and a guide vane is provided in each of the two air outlets; the method includes: In response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zoned air supply command, user information of indoor users is obtained; Based on the user information and the current operating mode of the air conditioner, control and adjust the operating state of the air distribution component and / or the air guide plate, wherein the operating mode includes at least a cooling mode and a heating mode.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the user information includes the user's age, health status, and relative position information to the air conditioner; the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the air diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner includes: Based on the user's age and health status, the user type is determined, including vulnerable groups and resilient groups; In the current working mode, the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate is controlled and adjusted according to the user's user type and relative location information.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user's user type and relative location information in the current working mode includes: When the current working mode is cooling mode, the user is identified as a vulnerable group, and the area where the user is located is determined to be a avoidance zone, while the area on the other side is determined to be a normal zone. Adjust the working state of the diverter to reduce the air volume ratio of the avoidance area and increase the air volume ratio of the normal area; Control the air guide plate in the air outlet corresponding to the avoidance area to rotate in a direction that deviates from the user, so that the air outlet direction deviates from the user.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user's user type and relative location information in the current working mode includes: With the current operating mode set to heating mode, the user is identified as a vulnerable group, and the area where the user is located is classified as a normal area, while the area on the other side is classified as a avoidance area. Adjust the working state of the diverter to increase the air volume ratio of the normal area and decrease the air volume ratio of the avoidance area; Control the air guide plate in the air outlet corresponding to the normal area to rotate in a direction away from the user, so that the air outlet direction is deviated from the user.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user's user type and relative location information in the current working mode includes: When the current working mode is cooling mode or heating mode, the user is determined to be a tolerant person, and the area where the user is located is determined to be the direct airflow area, while the other side area is determined to be the normal area. Adjust the working state of the diverter to increase the air volume ratio of the direct blowing area and decrease the air volume ratio of the normal area; Control the air guide plate in the air outlet corresponding to the direct blowing area to rotate towards the user, so that the airflow direction blows directly at the user.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user's user type and relative location information in the current working mode includes: When the current working mode is dehumidification mode, determine whether the user is a tolerant or vulnerable person, and classify the area where the user is located as a normal area, while the area on the other side is classified as a avoidance area; Adjust the working state of the diverter to increase the air volume ratio of the normal area and decrease the air volume ratio of the avoidance area; Control the air guide plate in the air outlet corresponding to the normal area to rotate in a direction away from the user, so that the air outlet direction is deviated from the user.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the flow divider is segmented along the vertical direction, and the air guide plate is segmented along the vertical direction. In the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the flow divider and / or the air guide plate: Obtain the user's current actual height; Select the portion of the diverter and / or the portion of the air guide corresponding to the user's current actual height, and determine it as the diverter and / or the air guide to be controlled. Based on the user information and the current operating mode of the air conditioner, only the operating status of the controllable air distribution component and / or the controllable air guide plate is controlled and adjusted.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, prior to the step of responding to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zoned air supply command, the method further includes: Obtain the actual indoor temperature and the target indoor temperature; In response to the actual indoor temperature reaching the target indoor temperature and remaining there for at least a set duration, the cabinet air conditioner is controlled to receive a zoned air supply command.

[0014] Secondly, the present invention also protects a control device for a cabinet-type air conditioner, the cabinet-type air conditioner including a main air duct and two branch air ducts, the ends of the two branch air ducts having two air outlets respectively; the main air duct is provided with a flow divider, and each of the two air outlets is provided with a guide plate, the device comprising: The acquisition module is used to acquire user information of indoor users in response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zone air supply command; The control module is used to control and adjust the working state of the air distribution component and / or the air guide plate according to the user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner, wherein the working mode includes at least a cooling mode and a heating mode.

[0015] Thirdly, the present invention also protects a cabinet air conditioner, including a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor. The cabinet air conditioner includes a main air duct and two branch air ducts, with two air outlets formed at the ends of the two branch air ducts respectively. A flow divider is provided in the main air duct, and a guide vane is provided in each of the two air outlets. When the processor executes the program, it implements the steps of the control method for the cabinet air conditioner as described in the first aspect of the present invention.

[0016] In summary, the control method for cabinet air conditioners according to embodiments of the present invention, by acquiring user information under zoned air supply conditions and combining it with the current working mode of the air conditioner, coordinates the adjustment of the segmented flow dividers in the main air duct and / or the air guides in the air outlets, thereby realizing the transformation of the air supply strategy from environment-oriented to user-oriented. This enables the air conditioner to dynamically adjust the air volume distribution and air outlet direction according to the actual needs of different users under different working conditions, significantly improving individual thermal comfort.

[0017] Furthermore, this invention uses user information and working mode as the basis for joint decision-making, enabling the same hardware structure to execute opposite control logic in cooling and heating scenarios. For example, it avoids sensitive users when cooling and prioritizes their heating when heating, effectively overcoming the shortcomings of rigid air supply strategies and inability to adapt to multiple working conditions in the prior art. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in this invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the cabinet air conditioner provided by the present invention along the horizontal direction.

[0020] Figure 2This is a structural diagram of the cabinet air conditioner provided by the present invention along the vertical direction.

[0021] Figure 3 This is one of the flowcharts illustrating the control method for a cabinet air conditioner provided by the present invention.

[0022] Figure 4 This is the second flowchart illustrating the control method for a cabinet air conditioner provided by the present invention.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the control device for the cabinet air conditioner provided by the present invention.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the electronic device provided by the present invention.

[0025] Figure label: 1. Main air duct; 2. Branch air duct; 3. Housing; 4. Flow divider; 5. Air guide plate; 6. Air outlet; 110. Acquisition module; 120. Control module. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the technical solutions of this invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0027] The control method, control device, and cabinet air conditioner of the present invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Before providing a detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention, the overall application scenario is first described. The control method, control device, electronic device, and computer-readable storage medium of the cabinet air conditioner of the present invention can be applied locally to the air conditioner, to cloud platforms in the Internet field, or to other types of cloud platforms in the Internet field, or to third-party devices. These third-party devices may include various types such as mobile phones, tablets, laptops, in-vehicle computers, and other smart terminals.

[0028] The following description uses only the control method applicable to cabinet air conditioners as an example. It should be understood that the control method of this embodiment can also be applied to cloud platforms and third-party devices.

[0029] Before introducing the control method of this invention, a brief description of the structure of the cabinet air conditioner on which this method is based will be given first: such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the cabinet air conditioner includes a housing 3, inside which is a main air duct 1. Downstream of the main air duct 1 are two branch air ducts 2. The two branch air ducts 2 are arranged side by side in a horizontal direction, and their ends form a first air outlet 6 and a second air outlet 6, respectively, for supplying air to different areas of the room.

[0030] The main air duct 1 is equipped with a flow divider 4, which is segmented vertically. Each segment can swing independently to adjust the airflow ratio distributed to the two branch air ducts 2. Each air outlet 6 is equipped with a guide vane 5, which is also segmented vertically. Each segment can rotate independently around its own axis to adjust the airflow direction of the corresponding air outlet area. The flow divider 4 and the guide vane 5 are connected to a drive mechanism, which is controlled by the air conditioner's main controller. The controller generates control commands based on user information, environmental parameters, and the current operating mode to coordinate the actions of the flow divider 4 and the guide vane 5, achieving zoned, directional, and differentiated air delivery. For example, the flow divider 4 can adopt a multi-segment louver structure, with each segment driven by a micro motor to achieve angle adjustment; the guide vane 5 can be a multi-blade structure arranged vertically or horizontally, driven by a stepper motor or servo motor to achieve precise deflection.

[0031] The control method for a cabinet air conditioner provided by the present invention is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0032] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention includes: Step S1: In response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving the zoned air supply command, obtain the user information of the indoor users.

[0033] In step S1, when the cabinet air conditioner is set or automatically switched to zoned air supply mode, the system initiates the user information collection process. It should be explained that zoned air supply mode is an operating state distinct from conventional uniform air supply; its purpose is to implement differentiated airflow distribution strategies for different spatial areas. User information refers to data that reflects the individual characteristics or status of a user, including but not limited to the user's identity attributes (such as age, health status), spatial location (such as horizontal distance from the air conditioner, and the area of ​​the air outlet), and vital signs (such as body temperature, posture).

[0034] For example, infrared thermal imaging sensors can be used to identify the user's silhouette and location, or cameras combined with image recognition algorithms can be used to determine whether the user is an elderly person, child, or other specific group. Alternatively, users can actively input their own type through mobile applications. These steps provide a basis for subsequent airflow strategies, shifting the air conditioning's airflow behavior from an environment-centric to a human-centric approach, thereby improving the user experience.

[0035] Step S2: Based on user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner, control and adjust the working state of the air distribution component 4 and / or the air guide plate 5. The working mode includes at least the cooling mode and the heating mode.

[0036] In the above steps, the controller integrates user information and the current operating conditions of the air conditioner to generate control commands for the air distribution component 4 and / or the air guide plate 5. The operating modes include at least cooling and heating modes, which differ fundamentally in their thermodynamic objectives and human comfort requirements. The air distribution component 4 is located within the main air duct 1, segmented vertically, and can swing to change the airflow distribution ratio to the two branch air ducts 2. The air guide plate 5 is located inside each air outlet 6, also segmented and rotatable, used to adjust the local airflow direction. For example, in cooling mode, if an elderly person is detected in a certain area, the airflow to that area can be reduced and the airflow can be directed away from the person; in heating mode, the airflow to that area may be enhanced to increase warmth. Thus, based on step S2, user needs can be linked with the physical actuators of the air conditioner to achieve precise and user-friendly airflow control, avoiding the discomfort or energy waste caused by the one-size-fits-all airflow of traditional air conditioners.

[0037] In related technologies, existing cabinet air conditioners typically include a main air duct and two horizontally parallel branch air ducts, with two air outlets at the ends of the branch air ducts. Some products have air guide vanes at the air outlets to adjust the airflow direction, or fixed airflow guiding structures within the air ducts to distribute air volume. These structures mostly use an integrated linkage approach, which cannot dynamically adjust the air supply characteristics of each area according to individual user differences and operating conditions. Even when equipped with human body sensors, the lack of independent and coordinated control over air volume distribution and airflow direction makes it difficult to achieve differentiated air supply for different users in cooling or heating modes, resulting in insufficient comfort or low energy efficiency.

[0038] Therefore, to address the technical deficiencies in the aforementioned related technologies, this invention provides a zoned air supply scheme based on a specific structure and control logic. In the air conditioner of this invention, the cabinet air conditioner includes a main air duct 1, two branch air ducts 2, and corresponding air outlets 6. The main air duct 1 is equipped with a vertically segmented, swingable diverter 4 for adjusting the airflow ratio distributed to the two branch air ducts 2. Each air outlet 6 is equipped with a vertically segmented, rotatable air guide 5 for adjusting the local airflow direction. Based on this structure, the control system controls and adjusts the working state of the diverter 4 and / or the air guide 5 according to the acquired user information and the current operating mode of the air conditioner. Thus, this invention, through the segmented diverter 4 in the main air duct 1 and the segmented air guide 5 in the air outlets 6, combined with control logic inputting user information and operating mode, enables the cabinet air conditioner to dynamically adjust the airflow distribution and airflow direction in cooling and heating scenarios, significantly improving the personalization and comfort of the air supply, while avoiding ineffective air supply and improving energy efficiency.

[0039] Specifically, after meeting the entry conditions for zoned air supply, the cabinet air conditioner receives the zoned air supply command. At this time, the controller first obtains the user information of the indoor users, and then the control system generates adjustment commands for the splitter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 based on the obtained user information and the current operating mode of the air conditioner. The user information includes the user's age, health status, or location, and the operating mode can include cooling mode, heating mode, and dehumidification mode. Since the splitter 4 is located within the main air duct 1 and can be segmented and oscillating, its oscillation angle can change the airflow ratio distributed to the two split air ducts 2; while the segmented air guide plates 5 in each air outlet 6 can rotate independently to adjust the local airflow direction. The coordinated action of these two components allows the air supply strategy to adapt to user needs under different operating conditions. For example, in cooling mode, if an elderly person is detected in a certain area, the system can reduce the airflow on that side and deflect the airflow away from the person; in heating mode, it may enhance the airflow to that area to increase warmth. Furthermore, the airflow distribution of the 4-segment splitter can be independently adjusted at each height; the 5-segmented air guide plate can also be independently adjusted at the corresponding height's outlet angle. The coordinated action of these two components allows the airflow strategy to adapt to user needs under different operating conditions. It can be understood that the above adjustment process can dynamically decide based on real-time user information and operating modes, achieving precise zone control and thus improving the user experience.

[0040] Furthermore, based on the above basic working principle, the specific working process of the present invention is illustrated below: When a user turns on the floor-standing air conditioner and selects zoned airflow, the air conditioner's sensor module begins collecting user information from the room. This information may include the user's location, age, or health status. Simultaneously, the controller reads the air conditioner's current operating mode to determine whether it is in cooling or heating mode.

[0041] If the system detects a sensitive user in front of an air outlet 6, and the air conditioning is currently in cooling mode, the controller determines that the area where the user is located is a zone to be avoided. Subsequently, the controller generates a control command to drive the splitter 4 in the main air duct 1 to deflect to the other side, reducing the proportion of airflow in the splitter duct 2 leading to the avoidance zone. Simultaneously, the air guide plate 5 in the corresponding user height section of the air outlet 6 is controlled to rotate away from the user, ensuring that the airflow avoids direct airflow onto the person.

[0042] If the current mode is air conditioning heating, and a user of the same type is detected in front of a certain air outlet 6, the controller can determine that area as an area requiring enhanced heating. At this time, the air distribution component 4 activates to increase the air volume distribution ratio of the air distribution duct 2 on that side, while the air guide plate 5 adjusts its angle to make the hot airflow more effectively cover the user's location, improving local thermal comfort.

[0043] Throughout the process, the adjustment of the air distribution component 4 and the air guide plate 5 is based on a combination of user information and operating mode, and relies on their segmented structure along the vertical direction to achieve highly matched local airflow and direction control. Therefore, the air conditioner can provide differentiated air delivery effects to meet user needs under different operating conditions.

[0044] In summary, the control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention obtains user information under zoned air supply conditions and, in conjunction with the current working mode of the air conditioner, coordinates the adjustment of the segmented diversion component 4 in the main air duct 1 and / or the segmented air guide plate 5 in the air outlet 6. This realizes the transformation of the air supply strategy from environment-oriented to user-oriented, enabling the air conditioner to dynamically adjust the air volume distribution and air outlet direction according to the actual needs of different users under different working conditions, significantly improving individual thermal comfort.

[0045] Meanwhile, since both the air diverter 4 and the air guide plate 5 are segmented vertically and can operate independently, this invention supports precise local control of airflow in the height dimension. For example, the airflow can be adjusted or deflected only for the user's height segment, avoiding ineffective air supply to unoccupied areas and thus improving energy efficiency. Furthermore, this invention uses user information and operating mode as a joint decision-making basis, enabling the same hardware structure to execute opposite control logic in cooling and heating scenarios. For example, it can avoid sensitive users during cooling and prioritize heating for them during heating, effectively overcoming the shortcomings of rigid air supply strategies and inability to adapt to multiple operating conditions in existing technologies.

[0046] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, user information includes the user's age, health status, and relative position information to the air conditioner; the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the air diverter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to the user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner includes: Based on the user's age and health status, the user type is determined, including vulnerable groups and resilient groups; In the current working mode, the working status of the diverter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 is controlled and adjusted according to the user's user type and relative position information.

[0047] In this embodiment, user information is refined into age, health status, and relative position to the air conditioner. This information collectively forms the basis for determining the user's air supply needs. Age and health status characterize the user's sensitivity to airflow stimulation; for example, the elderly, infants, or those with respiratory illnesses are typically more sensitive to hot or cold airflow. Relative position information determines the user's physical location, i.e., whether they are within the coverage area of ​​the left air outlet 6, the right air outlet 6, or somewhere in between.

[0048] Based on the above information, the system first categorizes users. Vulnerable users are those who are easily affected by direct airflow, while tolerant users are those who are more adaptable to changes in airflow intensity and temperature. This classification result can be used as a decision variable in the control logic to match different airflow strategies.

[0049] Subsequently, in the current operating mode, the control system, combining the user type and their location, generates adjustment commands for the air distribution element 4 and / or the air guide vane 5. For example, when an elderly person is detected in front of the left air outlet 6 and the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the system identifies the left area as a protected zone, thereby reducing the airflow on that side and adjusting the angle of the air guide vane 5 to avoid the person; if the same user is in heating mode, it may enhance the airflow to that area to improve the perceived warmth. Similarly, when a younger user is located on one side, the system can determine that they are a tolerant individual and allow a stronger airflow to blow directly on them to improve cooling or heating efficiency.

[0050] In this way, through the above mechanism, the air conditioner can automatically select the appropriate air supply intensity and direction under different operating conditions according to the physiological characteristics and spatial location of different users. This avoids the discomfort caused by direct cold air or insufficient heat to vulnerable people, while meeting the needs of tolerant people for rapid temperature control. Thus, it can achieve comfortable air supply that takes into account individual differences in multi-person co-op scenarios, while reducing ineffective airflow output and improving the overall operating efficiency of the unit.

[0051] In some specific embodiments of the present invention, under the current working mode, the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to the user's user type and relative position information includes: With the current operating mode set to cooling mode, the user is identified as a vulnerable group, and the area where the user is located is designated as an avoidance zone, while the area on the other side is designated as a normal zone. Adjust the working state of the diverter 4 to reduce the air volume ratio in the avoidance area and increase the air volume ratio in the normal area; The air guide plate 5 inside the air outlet 6 corresponding to the avoidance area is rotated in a direction that deviates from the user, so that the air outlet direction deviates from the user.

[0052] In this embodiment, when the air conditioner is currently operating in cooling mode, if the user is identified as belonging to a vulnerable group, the air outlet area where the user is located is defined as a avoidance zone, while the area on the other side without any sensitive users is defined as a normal zone. This zone division is based on the relative position information of the user and the air conditioner, ensuring that the control actions are spatially targeted.

[0053] Based on this, the system first adjusts the diverter 4 within the main air duct 1. Since the diverter 4 is segmented vertically and can swing independently, its overall or corresponding height segment's deflection angle is adjusted to reduce the airflow towards the avoidance area diverter 2, while simultaneously increasing the airflow towards the normal area diverter 2. This achieves a dynamic redistribution of the airflow ratio between the left and right sides, reducing the airflow intensity in the avoidance area from the source. Subsequently, the system controls the air guide plate 5 within the air outlet 6 corresponding to the avoidance area. This air guide plate 5 is also segmented vertically. The system activates the corresponding segment based on the user's actual height and drives it to rotate in a direction away from the user's body. For example, if the user is positioned slightly to the left in front of the air outlet 6, the air guide plate 5 can deflect to the upper right or lower right, allowing the airflow to bypass the body and preventing direct cold air from blowing.

[0054] It is understandable that by employing the two coordinated actions described above—first reducing the airflow supply within the main air duct 1, and then altering the airflow projection path at the air outlet 6—this invention effectively avoids the direct impact of cold air on vulnerable individuals during the cooling process, based on a dual mechanism. This significantly reduces discomfort caused by direct airflow, such as chills, joint pain, or respiratory irritation, while maintaining normal cooling efficiency in ordinary areas, thus balancing comfort and overall machine performance.

[0055] In other embodiments of the present invention, under the current operating mode, the step of controlling and adjusting the operating state of the diverter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to the user's user type and relative position information includes: With the current operating mode set to heating, the user is identified as a vulnerable group, and the area where the user is located is classified as a normal area, while the area on the other side is classified as a avoidance area. Adjust the working state of the diverter 4 to increase the air volume ratio in the normal area and decrease the air volume ratio in the avoidance area; Control the air guide plate 5 inside the air outlet 6 corresponding to the normal area to rotate in a direction away from the user, so that the air outlet direction is deviated from the user.

[0056] In this embodiment, when the air conditioner is in heating mode and the system identifies a user as a vulnerable group, the system classifies the air outlet area where the user is located as a normal area, while the area on the other side where no one is present or where non-sensitive users are located is classified as a avoidance area. This area definition logic is the opposite of that in cooling mode, which allows for targeted adaptation to thermal comfort needs under heating conditions.

[0057] Based on this, the system first adjusts the air distribution component 4 within the main air duct 1. By adjusting its segmented swing angle, the airflow distribution ratio to the general area air distribution duct 2 is increased, while the airflow to the avoidance area air distribution duct 2 is reduced. Since hot air has the characteristic of naturally rising, increasing the low-level airflow helps improve the temperature uniformity of the human activity area, thus making it more comfortable for vulnerable people with limited mobility or weak thermoregulation.

[0058] Subsequently, the system controls the air guide vanes 5 within the air outlets 6 corresponding to the normal area. Although this area is given a higher airflow priority, to avoid prolonged direct exposure of hot air to the face or torso, which could cause dryness, stuffiness, or other discomfort, the air guide vanes 5 are driven to rotate away from the user. For example, the airflow can be directed to the ground or side walls, using reflection and diffusion to create a gentle, circling flow of heat, rather than a concentrated, direct blast.

[0059] The aforementioned control strategy achieves coordinated control of increasing air volume and avoiding direct airflow. On the one hand, the diverter 4 ensures sufficient heat supply to areas where vulnerable populations reside; on the other hand, the air guide 5 adjusts the airflow path to prevent localized overheating or excessively strong airflow. Thus, in heating mode, this invention improves thermal efficiency and perceived warmth while maintaining gentle and comfortable airflow, effectively overcoming the problems of traditional heating systems that often result in a hot head and cold feet or localized baking.

[0060] In some other embodiments of the present invention, under the current operating mode, the step of controlling and adjusting the operating state of the diverter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to the user's user type and relative position information includes: When the current working mode is cooling mode or heating mode, the user is identified as a person who can tolerate the heat, and the area where the user is located is identified as the direct airflow area, while the area on the other side is identified as the normal area. Adjust the working state of the diverter 4 to increase the proportion of airflow in the direct blowing area and decrease the proportion of airflow in the normal area; The air guide plate 5 in the air outlet 6 corresponding to the direct blowing area is rotated toward the user so that the airflow direction blows directly at the user.

[0061] Specifically, when the air conditioner is in cooling or heating mode, if it identifies the user as a tolerant user, the area where the user is located is designated as the direct airflow area, and the area on the other side is designated as the normal area. Tolerant users typically refer to users who have a strong ability to adapt to changes in airflow intensity and temperature, such as healthy adults who are not prone to discomfort from direct cold or hot air.

[0062] Based on this assessment, the system first adjusts the air distribution element 4 within the main air duct 1. By controlling its segmented oscillation state, the proportion of airflow allocated to the direct-blowing area air distribution duct 2 is increased, while the airflow supply to ordinary areas is correspondingly reduced. This adjustment ensures that the main airflow resources are concentrated to serve the areas where users have specific temperature control needs, improving the local environmental response speed.

[0063] Subsequently, the system controls the air guide vane 5 within the air outlet 6 corresponding to the direct blowing area. The air guide vane 5 adjusts its deflection angle according to the user's position information, causing it to rotate towards the user's direction and guide the airflow directly to the user's activity area. For example, during cooling, it can precisely deliver cold air to the user's torso for rapid cooling; during heating, it can direct hot air to the lower limbs to improve the feeling of cold feet.

[0064] In summary, through the aforementioned coordinated control, the air conditioner can proactively provide high-intensity, targeted air delivery services, provided that the user has a high tolerance level. This significantly shortens the temperature control response time, improves usage efficiency, and avoids dispersing effective airflow to unoccupied or low-demand areas, thereby optimizing the overall energy utilization of the unit.

[0065] In some embodiments of the present invention, in the current working mode, the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to the user's user type and relative position information includes: When the current working mode is dehumidification mode, determine whether the user is a tolerant or vulnerable person, and classify the area where the user is located as a normal area, while the area on the other side is classified as a avoidance area. Adjust the working state of the diverter 4 to increase the air volume ratio in the normal area and decrease the air volume ratio in the avoidance area; Control the air guide plate 5 inside the air outlet 6 corresponding to the normal area to rotate in a direction away from the user, so that the air outlet direction is deviated from the user.

[0066] In this embodiment, when the air conditioner is in dehumidification mode, regardless of whether the user is identified as a tolerant or vulnerable person, the system uniformly classifies the area where the user is located as a normal area, while the area on the other side without users is classified as a avoidance area.

[0067] It's important to explain that while dehumidification is accompanied by cooling, the primary goal is to reduce air humidity rather than rapidly change temperature. Therefore, it is less dependent on airflow intensity, and prolonged direct airflow can easily lead to a feeling of coldness or discomfort. Thus, in dehumidification mode, the system first adjusts the splitter 4 within the main air duct 1, increasing the proportion of airflow to the general area splitter duct 2 while reducing airflow distribution to the avoidance areas. This concentrates effective airflow in occupied areas, improving air circulation efficiency, promoting moisture removal, and preventing energy waste in unoccupied spaces. Subsequently, the system controls the air guide vanes 5 within the air outlets 6 corresponding to the general areas, rotating them away from the user. Although the airflow is concentrated in this area, the airflow direction is guided to the wall, floor, or the user's side, preventing direct airflow onto the body. For example, the air guide vanes 5 can deflect downwards to diffuse airflow along the floor, or deflect horizontally to create lateral sweeping, thereby maintaining good dehumidification while preventing users from feeling cold due to continuous airflow contact.

[0068] In summary, through the above control strategies, the air conditioner achieves a balanced effect of centralized air supply and avoiding direct airflow in dehumidification mode. This ensures both dehumidification efficiency and air circulation in occupied areas, while effectively avoiding discomfort caused by direct airflow. It is suitable for use scenarios with high humidity and stuffy environments where users are sensitive to airflow.

[0069] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5: Get the user's current actual height; Select the portion of the diversion component 4 and / or the portion of the air guide plate 5 that corresponds to the user's current actual height, and determine them as the diversion component 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 to be controlled; Based on user information and the current operating mode of the air conditioner, only control and adjust the operating status of the controllable diverter 4 and / or the controllable air guide plate 5.

[0070] In the above embodiments, to achieve more precise local airflow control, the system further acquires the user's current actual height during the process of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter 4 and / or the air guide 5. This height information can be obtained through infrared ranging, a depth camera, or human posture analysis based on image recognition, and is used to determine the vertical position of the user's torso or main sensory area.

[0071] Based on this height data, the system selects one or more segments corresponding to the user's height from the multiple vertically segmented diversion components 4 within the main air duct 1, and marks them as diversion components 4 to be controlled. Simultaneously, it selects the corresponding height segment of the guide vanes 5 from the segmented air guide vanes 5 within the user's air outlet 6, and marks them as guide vanes 5 to be controlled. The remaining segments that do not correspond to the user's height remain in their default state or maintain their original operating parameters, and are not involved in this adjustment.

[0072] Subsequently, the system only performs adjustment actions on the aforementioned controllable air distribution component 4 and / or controllable air guide vane 5, based on the user type and the current operating mode of the air conditioner. For example, in cooling mode, if the user is a vulnerable person, only the section of air guide vane 5 corresponding to their shoulder to waist is driven to deflect to avoid direct airflow, while the upper or lower section remains stationary; correspondingly, the section of air distribution component 4 at the corresponding height in the main air duct 1 is also adjusted to locally reduce the airflow in that area.

[0073] It is understandable that the above implementation avoids indiscriminate adjustment of the entire air outlet 6 or the full-height air duct, focusing the control action on the actual height range of the user's space. This improves the precision of control, reduces unnecessary mechanical movements, lowers energy consumption, and ensures that airflow intervention truly affects the key areas of the user's body, thereby enhancing comfort and system response efficiency.

[0074] like Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, before the step of the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zoned air supply command, the control method further includes: Obtain the actual indoor temperature and the target indoor temperature; In response to the actual indoor temperature reaching the target indoor temperature and remaining there for at least the set duration, the control unit of the cabinet air conditioner enters the zoned air supply mode.

[0075] It should be explained that, to reasonably trigger the zoned air supply state, the control method adds a temperature judgment step before responding to enter this state. Specifically, the system first obtains the actual indoor temperature and the user-set target indoor temperature, and continuously monitors the relationship between the two. When the actual indoor temperature reaches the target indoor temperature, and this state is maintained for no less than the preset duration, the system determines that the air conditioner has completed its main temperature control task and the indoor thermal environment has stabilized. At this time, the controller issues a zoned air supply command, thereby controlling the cabinet air conditioner to enter the zoned air supply state, transitioning from a coarse air supply stage focused on achieving the temperature target to a refined airflow control stage aimed at optimizing comfort.

[0076] In this way, the above settings avoid premature activation of zoning logic during rapid cooling or heating, thus ensuring that overall cooling or heating efficiency is not affected. Simultaneously, personalized airflow strategies based on user information are only introduced after the environment has stabilized, ensuring that zoning control serves to improve comfort rather than interfere with the main control objectives. Therefore, this invention can balance energy efficiency and user experience, switching to higher-level airflow modes as needed while maintaining basic temperature control performance, thereby improving the rationality and intelligence of system operation.

[0077] The control device for the cabinet air conditioner provided by the present invention is described below. The control device for the cabinet air conditioner described below can be referred to in correspondence with the control method for the cabinet air conditioner described above.

[0078] like Figure 5 As shown, the control device for a cabinet air conditioner according to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention includes: The acquisition module 110 is used to acquire user information of indoor users in response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zone air supply command; The control module 120 is used to control and adjust the working state of the splitter 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner. The working mode includes at least the cooling mode and the heating mode.

[0079] According to a third aspect of the present invention, a cabinet air conditioner includes a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor. The cabinet air conditioner includes a main air duct 1 and two branch air ducts 2, the ends of which respectively form two air outlets 6 arranged side by side in the horizontal direction. The main air duct 1 is provided with a swingable diverter 4 arranged in segments in the vertical direction, and each of the two air outlets 6 is provided with a rotatable air guide plate 5 arranged in segments in the vertical direction. When the processor executes the program, it implements the steps of the control method of the cabinet air conditioner of the first aspect of the present invention.

[0080] Figure 6 An example is a schematic diagram of the physical structure of an electronic device, such as... Figure 6 As shown, the electronic device may include a processor 810, a communication interface 820, a memory 830, and a communication bus 840, wherein the processor 810, the communication interface 820, and the memory 830 communicate with each other via the communication bus 840. The processor 810 can call logical instructions in the memory 830 to execute the control method of the cabinet air conditioner, including: in response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zone air supply command, obtaining user information of indoor users; and controlling and adjusting the working state of the air distribution component 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to the user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner, wherein the working mode includes at least a cooling mode and a heating mode.

[0081] Furthermore, the logical instructions in the aforementioned memory 830 can be implemented as software functional units and, when sold or used as independent products, can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of the present invention, in essence, or the part that contributes to the prior art, or a part of the technical solution, can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium and includes several instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute all or part of the steps of the methods of the various embodiments of the present invention. The aforementioned storage medium includes various media capable of storing program code, such as USB flash drives, portable hard drives, read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), magnetic disks, or optical disks.

[0082] On the other hand, the present invention also provides a computer program product, which includes a computer program stored on a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium. The computer program includes program instructions. When the program instructions are executed by the computer, the computer is able to execute the control method for the cabinet air conditioner provided by the above methods, including: in response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zoned air supply instruction, obtaining user information of indoor users; and controlling and adjusting the working state of the air distribution component 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to the user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner. The working mode includes at least a cooling mode and a heating mode.

[0083] In another aspect, the present invention also provides a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium having a computer program stored thereon, which, when executed by a processor, implements the control methods of the cabinet air conditioner provided above, including: in response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zoned air supply command, acquiring user information of indoor users; and controlling and adjusting the working state of the air distribution component 4 and / or the air guide plate 5 according to the user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner, wherein the working mode includes at least a cooling mode and a heating mode.

[0084] The device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate, and the components shown as units may or may not be physical units; that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the modules can be selected to achieve the purpose of this embodiment according to actual needs. Those skilled in the art can understand and implement this without any creative effort.

[0085] Through the above description of the embodiments, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that each embodiment can be implemented by means of software plus necessary general-purpose hardware platforms, and of course, it can also be implemented by hardware. Based on this understanding, the above technical solutions, in essence or the part that contributes to the prior art, can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, such as ROM / RAM, magnetic disk, optical disk, etc., including several instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute the methods of various embodiments or some parts of embodiments.

[0086] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and not to limit them; although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A control method for a cabinet-type air conditioner, characterized in that, The cabinet-type air conditioner includes a main air duct and two branch air ducts, with each branch air duct ending in a separate air outlet. The main air duct contains a flow divider, and each of the two air outlets contains a guide vane. The method includes: In response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zoned air supply command, user information of indoor users is obtained; Based on the user information and the current operating mode of the air conditioner, control and adjust the operating state of the air distribution component and / or the air guide plate, wherein the operating mode includes at least a cooling mode and a heating mode.

2. The control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The user information includes the user's age, health status, and relative position to the air conditioner; The step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the air distribution component and / or the air guide plate according to the user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner includes: Based on the user's age and health status, the user type is determined, including vulnerable groups and resilient groups; In the current working mode, the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate is controlled and adjusted according to the user's user type and relative location information.

3. The control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user's user type and relative location information in the current working mode includes: When the current working mode is cooling mode, the user is identified as a vulnerable group, and the area where the user is located is determined to be a avoidance zone, while the area on the other side is determined to be a normal zone. Adjust the working state of the diverter to reduce the air volume ratio of the avoidance area and increase the air volume ratio of the normal area; Control the air guide plate in the air outlet corresponding to the avoidance area to rotate in a direction that deviates from the user, so that the air outlet direction deviates from the user.

4. The control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user's user type and relative location information in the current working mode includes: With the current operating mode set to heating mode, the user is identified as a vulnerable group, and the area where the user is located is classified as a normal area, while the area on the other side is classified as a avoidance area. Adjust the working state of the diverter to increase the air volume ratio of the normal area and decrease the air volume ratio of the avoidance area; Control the air guide plate in the air outlet corresponding to the normal area to rotate in a direction away from the user, so that the air outlet direction is deviated from the user.

5. The control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user's user type and relative location information in the current working mode includes: When the current working mode is cooling mode or heating mode, the user is determined to be a tolerant person, and the area where the user is located is determined to be the direct airflow area, while the other side area is determined to be the normal area. Adjust the working state of the diverter to increase the air volume ratio of the direct blowing area and decrease the air volume ratio of the normal area; Control the air guide plate in the air outlet corresponding to the direct blowing area to rotate towards the user, so that the airflow direction blows directly at the user.

6. The control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the diverter and / or the air guide plate according to the user's user type and relative location information in the current working mode includes: When the current working mode is dehumidification mode, determine whether the user is a tolerant or vulnerable person, and classify the area where the user is located as a normal area, while the area on the other side is classified as a avoidance area; Adjust the working state of the diverter to increase the air volume ratio of the normal area and decrease the air volume ratio of the avoidance area; Control the air guide plate in the air outlet corresponding to the normal area to rotate in a direction away from the user, so that the air outlet direction is deviated from the user.

7. The control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The flow divider is segmented vertically, and the air guide plate is segmented vertically. In the step of controlling and adjusting the working state of the flow divider and / or the air guide plate: Obtain the user's current actual height; Select the portion of the diverter and / or the portion of the air guide corresponding to the user's current actual height, and determine it as the diverter and / or the air guide to be controlled. Based on the user information and the current operating mode of the air conditioner, only the operating status of the controllable air distribution component and / or the controllable air guide plate is controlled and adjusted.

8. The control method for a cabinet air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, Prior to the step of responding to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zoned air supply command, the method further includes: Obtain the actual indoor temperature and the target indoor temperature; In response to the actual indoor temperature reaching the target indoor temperature and remaining there for at least a set duration, the cabinet air conditioner is controlled to receive a zoned air supply command.

9. A control device for a cabinet-type air conditioner, characterized in that, The cabinet-type air conditioner includes a main air duct and two branch air ducts, with each branch air duct ending in a separate air outlet. The main air duct contains a flow divider, and each of the two air outlets contains a guide vane. The device includes: The acquisition module is used to acquire user information of indoor users in response to the cabinet air conditioner receiving a zone air supply command; The control module is used to control and adjust the working state of the air distribution component and / or the air guide plate according to the user information and the current working mode of the air conditioner, wherein the working mode includes at least a cooling mode and a heating mode.

10. A cabinet-type air conditioner, comprising a memory, a processor, and a computer program stored in the memory and executable on the processor, characterized in that, The cabinet air conditioner includes a main air duct and two branch air ducts, with two air outlets formed at the ends of the two branch air ducts respectively; the main air duct is provided with a flow divider, and each of the two air outlets is provided with a guide plate; when the processor executes the program, it implements the steps of the control method for the cabinet air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.

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