Tower fan and its main structure

Abstract

The present invention relates to a tower fan and its main structure. A remote controller controls the operation of the main structure, and the main structure includes a fan body, a cover body and a driving assembly, wherein the driving assembly is arranged on the fan body. The driving assembly drives the cover body to open and close relative to an inlet, so that the cover body is opened. Since the inlet is connected to a receiving groove, when the remote controller is used, the remote controller is placed from the inlet into the receiving groove, thereby effectively storing the remote controller. The driving assembly drives the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet, thereby covering the receiving groove, so that the remote controller is effectively stored in the receiving groove. The receiving groove can effectively protect the remote controller from being damaged. At the same time, since the receiving groove is arranged on the fan body, when the remote controller needs to be used, it is only necessary to drive the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet through the driving assembly, and then take out the remote controller from the inlet. The storage process of the remote controller only requires putting in or taking out, and the storage process of the remote controller is convenient through the main structure of the tower fan.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of fans, and in particular to a tower fan and a main structure thereof. Background Art

[0002] Traditional tower fans are usually operated by remote controls. However, traditional remote controls are usually small in size and are often easily lost or damaged. Or if the tower fan is not used for a long time, the remote control is more likely to be forgotten somewhere. The remote control of traditional tower fans is not only easy to lose, but also inconvenient to store. Summary of the invention

[0003] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a tower fan and its main structure that can prevent the remote control from being lost and is easy to store in order to solve the above problems.

[0004] A main structure of a tower fan, comprising:

[0005] The fan body is provided with a receiving groove for receiving the remote control, and a receiving opening is formed on the side wall of the fan body, and the receiving opening is communicated with the receiving groove;

[0006] A cover body, which is openable and closable and is disposed at the entrance; and

[0007] A driving assembly is arranged on the fan body, and the driving assembly is used to drive the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet.

[0008] When the main structure of the tower fan is in use, the driving component is arranged on the fan body, and the driving component drives the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet, so that the cover body is opened. Since the inlet is connected to the receiving groove, when the remote control is used, the remote control is placed from the inlet into the receiving groove, thereby effectively storing the remote control. The driving component drives the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet, thereby covering the receiving groove, so that the remote control is effectively stored in the receiving groove. The receiving groove can effectively protect the remote control and prevent the remote control from being damaged. At the same time, since the receiving groove is provided on the fan body, when the remote control needs to be used, it is only necessary to drive the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet through the driving component, and then take out the remote control from the inlet. The storage process of the above remote control only requires putting in or taking out, and the main structure of the tower fan makes the storage process of the remote control convenient.

[0009] In one of the embodiments, a movable groove is formed on the fan body, the movable groove is communicated with the inlet, the cover body can be arranged in the movable groove, and can slide from the movable groove to the inlet.

[0010] In one embodiment, the driving assembly includes a power source and a transmission member, one end of the transmission member is arranged on the cover body, and the power source is arranged on the fan body. The power source is used to drive the other end of the transmission member to drive the cover body to open and close relative to the fan body.

[0011] In one of the embodiments, a touch switch is further included. The touch switch is electrically connected to the power source and is disposed on the fan body.

[0012] In one embodiment, a sensor is further included. The sensor is arranged on the inner wall of the receiving groove. The sensor is electrically connected to the power source and is used to sense the remote control.

[0013] In one embodiment, the sensor is electrically connected in parallel with the touch switch.

[0014] In one embodiment, a timer is further included, and the sensor is electrically connected to the power source through the timer, and the timer is used to control the operation of the power source after a preset time.

[0015] In one of the embodiments, a handle groove is further provided on the side wall of the fan body, the receiving groove is provided on the inner wall of the handle groove, and the insertion port is communicated with the handle groove.

[0016] In one of the embodiments, it also includes a search module, which is arranged on the fan body. The search module includes a search button and a search transmitter. The search button is electrically connected to the search transmitter. The search transmitter is used for wireless communication with the signal receiver of the remote control and can trigger the prompter of the remote control.

[0017] In one embodiment, the cover body is one, and the cover body is disposed on the insertion opening and can cover the receiving groove; or

[0018] There are at least two cover bodies, and the at least two cover bodies can both cover the insertion opening and work together to cover the receiving groove.

[0019] A tower fan, comprising:

[0020] a main structure as aforesaid; and

[0021] The remote controller can be received in the receiving groove through the receiving entrance.

[0022] When the tower fan is in use, the operation of the main structure is controlled by a remote control. A driving assembly is arranged on the fan body of the main structure, and the driving assembly drives the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet, so that the cover body is opened. Since the inlet is connected to the receiving groove, when the remote control is used, the remote control is placed from the inlet into the receiving groove, thereby effectively storing the remote control. The driving assembly drives the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet, thereby covering the receiving groove, so that the remote control is effectively stored in the receiving groove. The receiving groove can effectively protect the remote control and prevent the remote control from being damaged. At the same time, since the receiving groove is provided on the fan body, when the remote control needs to be used, it is only necessary to drive the cover body to open and close relative to the inlet through the driving assembly, and then take out the remote control from the inlet. The storage process of the above remote control only requires putting in or taking out, and the storage process of the remote control is convenient through the main structure of the tower fan. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a partial structure of a tower fan in one embodiment;

[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the partial structure of the main structure.

[0025] Description of reference numerals:

[0026] 10. Tower fan, 100. Remote control, 200. Main structure, 210. Fan body, 212. Storage slot, 214. Insertion port, 216. Handle slot, 218. Hand grip slot, 220. Cover, 230. Touch switch, 240. Sensor, 250. Find button. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0027] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the specific embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention can be implemented in many other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar improvements without violating the connotation of the present invention, so the present invention is not limited by the specific implementation disclosed below.

[0028] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it may be directly on the other element or there may be a central element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it may be directly connected to the other element or there may be a central element at the same time. The terms "vertical", "horizontal", "left", "right" and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to be the only embodiment.

[0029] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as those generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention belongs. The terms used herein in the specification of the present invention are only for the purpose of describing specific embodiments and are not intended to limit the present invention. The various technical features of the above-described embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. In order to make the description concise, all possible combinations of the various technical features in the above-described embodiments are not described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0030] See also Figure 1 and Figure 2 The tower fan 10 in one embodiment includes a remote controller 100 and a main structure 200, and the operation of the main structure 200 can be controlled by the remote controller 100. The main structure 200 can at least facilitate the storage of the remote controller 100, avoid the remote controller 100 from being lost or damaged when not in use, and the storage process is convenient. Specifically, the main structure 200 of the tower fan 10 includes a fan body 210, a cover body 220, and a drive assembly.

[0031] The fan body 210 is provided with a receiving groove 212, and a side wall of the fan body 210 is formed with an insertion port 214, which is communicated with the receiving groove 212. The cover body 220 is provided at the insertion port 214. The driving assembly is provided on the fan body 210, and the driving assembly is used to drive the cover body 220 to open and close relative to the insertion port 214. The remote control 100 can be received in the receiving groove 212 through the insertion port 214.

[0032] When the tower fan 10 is in use, the operation of the main structure 200 is controlled by the remote controller 100. The driving assembly is arranged on the fan body 210 of the main structure 200, and the driving assembly drives the cover 220 to open and close relative to the inlet 214, so that the cover 220 is opened. Since the inlet 214 is connected to the receiving groove 212, when the remote controller 100 is used, the remote controller 100 is placed from the inlet 214 into the receiving groove 212, thereby effectively storing the remote controller 100. The driving assembly drives the cover 220 to open and close relative to the inlet 214, thereby covering the receiving groove 212, so that the remote controller 100 is effectively stored in the receiving groove 212. The receiving groove 212 can effectively protect the remote controller 100 and prevent the remote controller 100 from being damaged. At the same time, since the receiving groove 212 is provided on the fan body 210, when the remote control 100 needs to be used, it is only necessary to drive the cover body 220 to open and close relative to the insertion port 214 through the driving assembly, open the cover body 220, and then take out the remote control 100 through the insertion port 214. The receiving process of the remote control 100 only needs to be put in or taken out, and the main structure 200 of the tower fan 10 makes the storage process of the remote control 100 convenient.

[0033] In this embodiment, the cover 220 is slidable relative to the fan body 210, and the driving assembly is used to drive the cover 220 to slide relative to the fan body 210, so as to cover or open the receiving groove 212 by the cover 220. Specifically, the two opposite side walls at the entrance 214 of the fan body 210 are provided with sliding grooves, and the two opposite side edges of the cover 220 are arranged in the sliding grooves and can move in the sliding grooves. The sliding grooves can effectively limit the movement of the cover 220, provide a guide for the sliding of the cover 220, and facilitate the cover 220 to cover or open the receiving groove 212.

[0034] Optionally, a movable groove is formed on the fan body 210, and the movable groove is connected to the inlet 214. The cover body 220 can be arranged in the movable groove and can slide from the movable groove to the inlet 214 to cover the receiving groove 212. By providing the movable groove, a accommodating space can be provided for the movement of the cover body 220, and the sliding of the cover body 220 is convenient.

[0035] In one embodiment, the size of the movable groove matches the size of the cover 220, thereby facilitating the accommodation of the cover 220. In another embodiment, the movable groove may also be provided on the surface of the sector 210 where the inlet 214 is provided, and the cover 220 is disposed in the movable groove, and the movable groove provides guidance and accommodation for the movement of the cover 220.

[0036] In another embodiment, the cover 220 is rotatable relative to the fan body 210, and the driving assembly is used to drive the cover 220 to rotate relative to the fan body 210, so that the cover 220 can be opened and closed and is arranged at the inlet 214. Specifically, the cover 220 is arranged on the fan body 210 on one side of the inlet 214 through a hinge or a rotating shaft, thereby facilitating the rotation of the cover 220 relative to the fan body 210.

[0037] In this embodiment, there is one cover 220, which is disposed on the inlet 214 and can cover the receiving groove 212. In another embodiment, there are at least two covers 220, which can both be disposed on the inlet 214 and work together to cover the receiving groove 212. For example, there can be two covers 220, which are disposed opposite to each other and cover the receiving groove 212 at the same time.

[0038] In one embodiment, a handle groove 216 is further provided on the side wall of the fan body 210, the receiving groove 212 is provided on the inner wall of the handle groove 216, and the insertion port 214 is connected to the handle groove 216. By providing the receiving groove 212 on the inner wall of the handle groove 216, the space of the fan body 210 is fully utilized, and the remote control 100 is stored without occupying additional space. In addition, the handle groove 216 facilitates the removal of the remote control 100, so that the hiding and storage effect of the remote control 100 is better, and the remote control 100 is prevented from being lost due to long-term non-use.

[0039] Specifically, the receiving groove 212 is formed on the bottom wall of the handle groove 216. The handle groove 216 includes a top wall, a bottom wall disposed opposite to the top wall, and a side wall between the top wall and the bottom wall. When the remote controller 100 is received in the receiving groove 212, since the receiving groove 212 is formed on the bottom wall of the handle groove 216, the remote controller 100 is prevented from falling out of the insertion port 214 due to its own weight. At the same time, the receiving groove 212 is formed on the bottom wall of the handle groove 216 without affecting the appearance structure of the fan body 210.

[0040] Optionally, the receiving groove 212 may also be provided on the side wall of the handle groove 216 , as long as the remote control 100 can be conveniently received through the receiving groove 212 .

[0041] In one embodiment, a hand grip groove 218 is further provided at the entrance 214, and the hand grip groove 218 is connected to the receiving groove 212. When the remote controller 100 is received in the receiving groove 212, the remote controller 100 can be conveniently taken out through the hand grip groove 218.

[0042] In this embodiment, the size of the receiving slot 212 is the same as the size of the remote control 100, thereby conveniently and effectively protecting the remote control 100. In another embodiment, the size of the receiving slot 212 can also be larger than the size of the remote control 100, as long as the remote control 100 can be conveniently received in the receiving slot 212.

[0043] In one embodiment, the driving assembly includes a power source and a transmission member, one end of the transmission member is disposed on the cover 220, and the power source is disposed on the fan 210. The power source is used to drive the other end of the transmission member to drive the cover 220 to open and close relative to the fan 210. Through the cooperation between the power source and the transmission member, the opening and closing movement of the cover 220 is effectively realized. Specifically, the driving assembly is disposed in the fan 210, thereby ensuring the neatness of the appearance of the fan 210 structure, and facilitating the opening and closing movement of the cover 220.

[0044] In this embodiment, the transmission member includes a rack and a gear, the gear and the rack are meshed, the rack is arranged on the cover 220, and the power source is used to drive the gear to rotate. The gear drives the rack to move, thereby realizing the sliding of the cover 220.

[0045] In another embodiment, the transmission member includes a lead screw and a slider, the slider is sleeved on the lead screw, the slider is arranged on the cover 220, and the power source is used to drive the lead screw to rotate. The lead screw can be rotated to drive the slider to move, and then drive the cover 220 on the slider to move. Of course, the lead screw can also be arranged on the cover 220, and the power source is used to drive the slider to rotate, thereby realizing the rotation and opening and closing of the cover 220 on the lead screw.

[0046] In other embodiments, the transmission member may also have other structures as long as it can realize the rotational opening and closing or sliding opening and closing of the cover body 220 .

[0047] In one embodiment, the main structure 200 further includes a touch switch 230, which is electrically connected to the power source and is disposed on the fan body 210. The power source is conveniently controlled by the touch switch 230. When in use, the touch switch 230 is pressed, so that the power source drives the transmission member to drive the cover body 220 to open and close.

[0048] Specifically, the touch switch 230 is disposed on the bottom wall of the handle slot 216, so that the user can easily find the touch switch 230 and use it conveniently. Of course, the touch switch 230 can also be disposed on the side wall of the fan body 210, or on the side wall or top wall of the handle slot 216.

[0049] In this embodiment, the touch switch 230 is a mechanical button. In another embodiment, the touch switch 230 can also be a touch button, for example, the touch switch 230 is a capacitive button, as long as it can conveniently control the operation of the power source.

[0050] In one embodiment, the main structure 200 further includes a sensor 240, which is disposed on the inner wall of the receiving groove 212, and the sensor 240 is electrically connected to the power source. When the remote controller 100 is placed in the receiving groove 212, the sensor 240 senses the remote controller 100 and controls the power source to operate, thereby causing the cover 220 to cover the receiving groove 212, so that the remote controller 100 is effectively accommodated in the receiving groove 212. At the same time, the sensor 240 further improves the convenience of storing the remote controller 100, avoiding manual control of the operation of the power source.

[0051] In this embodiment, the main structure 200 also includes a timer, and the sensor 240 is electrically connected to the power source through the timer, and the timer is used to control the power source to run after a preset time is executed. When in use, when the remote control 100 is placed in the receiving slot 212, the sensor 240 triggers the timer, and the timer controls the power source to run after the preset time is counted. By controlling the power source to run after the timer counts the preset time, it is avoided that the remote control 100 is placed in the receiving slot 212 and directly drives the power source to run, which easily causes the cover 220 to clamp the hand.

[0052] For example, the preset time of the timer may be any time between 2s and 30s, or the preset time may be greater than 30s.

[0053] In this embodiment, the sensor 240 is a contact sensor. Of course, in other embodiments, the sensor 240 can also be a proximity sensor 240, etc., as long as it can effectively sense that the remote control 100 is placed in the receiving slot 212.

[0054] Furthermore, the sensor 240 is electrically connected in parallel with the touch switch 230. When in use, the touch switch 230 is pressed to control the power source so that the cover 220 is opened, and then the remote control 100 to be stored is placed in the receiving slot 212. The sensor 240 senses the remote control 100, and further controls the opening and closing of the power source cover 220 to cover the receiving slot 212, thereby completing the storage of the remote control 100. Alternatively, after the remote control 100 is placed in the receiving slot 212, the touch switch 230 is directly pressed to control the power source so that the cover 220 covers the receiving slot 212.

[0055] In one embodiment, the main structure 200 further includes a search module, and the search module is disposed on the fan body 210. The search module includes a search button 250 and a search transmitter, and the search button 250 is electrically connected to the search transmitter. A signal receiver and a prompter are disposed on the remote control 100, and the signal receiver is electrically connected to the prompter. The search transmitter is used to wirelessly connect with the signal receiver, and the signal receiver can trigger the prompter. When the remote control 100 cannot be found, by pressing the search button 250, the search transmitter is triggered to transmit a signal, and the signal receiver is wirelessly connected to the signal receiver. After the signal receiver receives the signal from the search transmitter, the prompter is controlled to operate, thereby facilitating the discovery of the location of the remote control 100.

[0056] Among them, the prompter includes one or more of a warning light, a vibrator or a speaker, so the prompting method of the prompter can be one or more of light, sound or vibration, etc., which is convenient for the user to find the remote control 100 and prevent the remote control 100 from being lost in a corner.

[0057] Specifically, the sensor 240 is electrically connected to the search transmitter, and the sensor 240 is used to control the search transmitter to turn off. When the remote controller 100 is put back into the storage slot 212, the sensor 240 senses the remote controller 100 and then controls the search transmitter to turn off, thereby avoiding the misoperation of the search button 250, which causes the prompter to issue a prompt.

[0058] Optionally, the search button 250 is disposed on the bottom wall of the handle groove 216 and is arranged in parallel with the touch switch 230. This makes it easier for the user to find the search button 250. Of course, the search button 250 can also be disposed on the side wall of the fan body 210, or on the side wall or top wall of the handle groove 216.

[0059] The above-mentioned embodiments only express several embodiments of the present invention, and the description thereof is relatively specific and detailed, but it cannot be understood as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be pointed out that for ordinary technicians in this field, several modifications and improvements can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention, which all belong to the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of the patent of the present invention shall be based on the attached claims.

Claims

1. A main structure (200) of a tower fan (10), characterized in that: include: The fan body (210) is provided with a receiving groove (212) for receiving the remote control (100), and a receiving opening (214) is formed on a side wall of the fan body (210), and the receiving opening (214) is connected to the receiving groove (212); A cover body (220), which is an openable and closable cover and is disposed at the entrance (214); and a driving assembly, disposed on the fan body (210), the driving assembly being used to drive the cover body (220) to open and close relative to the inlet (214); The driving assembly comprises a power source and a transmission member, one end of the transmission member is arranged on the cover body (220), the power source is arranged on the fan body (210), and the power source is used to drive the other end of the transmission member to drive the cover body (220) to open and close relative to the fan body (210); It also includes a sensor (240), the sensor (240) being arranged on the inner wall of the receiving groove (212), the sensor (240) being electrically connected to the power source, and the sensor (240) being used to sense the remote control (100); A movable groove is formed on the fan body (210), the movable groove being in communication with the insertion port (214), and the cover body (220) can be disposed in the movable groove and can slide from the movable groove to the insertion port (214).

2. The main structure (200) of the tower fan (10) according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a touch switch (230), wherein the touch switch (230) is electrically connected to the power source, and the touch switch (230) is arranged on the fan body (210).

3. The main structure (200) of the tower fan (10) according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sensor (240) is electrically connected in parallel with the touch switch (230).

4. The main structure (200) of the tower fan (10) according to claim 3, characterized in that: It also includes a timer, the sensor (240) is electrically connected to the power source via the timer, and the timer is used to control the operation of the power source after a preset time has elapsed.

5. The main structure (200) of the tower fan (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: A handle groove (216) is also provided on the side wall of the fan body (210), the receiving groove (212) is provided on the inner wall of the handle groove (216), and the insertion port (214) is in communication with the handle groove (216).

6. The main structure (200) of the tower fan (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: It also includes a search module, the search module is arranged on the fan body (210), the search module includes a search button (250) and a search transmitter, the search button (250) is electrically connected to the search transmitter, the search transmitter is used for wireless communication connection with a signal receiver of the remote controller (100), and can trigger a prompter of the remote controller (100).

7. The main structure (200) of the tower fan (10) according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: There is one cover body (220), and the cover body (220) is disposed on the insertion opening (214) and is capable of covering the receiving groove (212); or There are at least two cover bodies (220), and the at least two cover bodies (220) can both cover the insertion opening (214) and work together to cover the receiving groove (212).

8. A tower fan (10), characterized in that: include: The main structure (200) according to any one of claims 1 to 7; and The remote control (100) can be received in the receiving groove (212) through the receiving entrance (214).

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