A flow guide structure, a humidifier and an air conditioner

Abstract

The present invention provides a flow guide structure, a humidifier and an air conditioner, and relates to the technical field of air conditioning. The flow guide structure described in the present invention includes a first flow guide member, which is used to be arranged below the top cover partition, and the first flow guide member is connected to the drainage hole of the top cover partition. The humidifier described in the present invention includes the flow guide structure as described above, and also includes a top cover partition and an atomization mounting seat, the top cover partition is used to receive the accumulated water, and the flow guide structure is used to guide the accumulated water to the atomization mounting seat. The air conditioner includes the humidifier as described above, and the humidifier is arranged on the top of the air conditioner. The technical solution described in the present invention, by arranging a first flow guide member connected to the drainage hole below the top cover partition, allows the accumulated water on the top cover partition to be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in a timely manner without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of air conditioning, and in particular to a flow guiding structure, a humidifier and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] Some existing cabinet air conditioners are equipped with a humidifier on the top, and a top cover partition is provided under the humidifying component in the humidifier. When the humidifier is working, condensation will occur on the top cover partition to produce accumulated water, which will be discharged through the drainage holes on the top cover partition. However, since the accumulated water is still some distance away from the shell below after flowing through the drainage holes, the accumulated water collides with the shell below to cause water splashing, which can easily cause damage to the electrical components in the air conditioner. Summary of the invention

[0003] The problem solved by the invention is that improper drainage of accumulated water on the top cover partition may easily cause damage to electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0004] To solve the above problems, the present invention provides a guide structure, including a first guide member, wherein the first guide member is used to be arranged below the top cover partition, and the first guide member is connected to the drainage hole of the top cover partition, wherein the top cover partition is inclined from the outside to the inside, and the top cover partition is used to be arranged below the mist outlet of the humidifier.

[0005] The guide structure of the present invention, by arranging a first guide member connected to the drainage hole under the top cover partition, allows the accumulated water on the top cover partition to be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0006] Furthermore, flow-dividing ribs are arranged in the cavity of the first flow guide.

[0007] The guide structure described in the present invention divides the cavity into two water passages by arranging diverter ribs in the cavity of the first guide member. When the accumulated water flows down, the accumulated water flowing into the cavity from both sides of the drainage hole passes through the two water passages respectively, thereby effectively preventing the accumulated water on both sides from colliding with each other and the noise generated thereby when flowing down, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition can be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0008] Furthermore, the diverter rib is arranged in the cavity near the drainage hole, and the diverter rib extends in the up-down direction.

[0009] The guide structure described in the present invention, by arranging diversion ribs in the cavity near the drainage holes, can make the accumulated water flow into the cavity and be diverted by the diversion ribs, effectively preventing the accumulated water on both sides from colliding with each other when flowing down and the noise generated thereby, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition can be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0010] Furthermore, a plurality of the first flow guide members are provided, the top cover partition is annular, and the plurality of the first flow guide members are suitable for being arranged in the same semicircular arc of the top cover partition.

[0011] The guide structure of the present invention arranges a plurality of first guide members in the same semicircular arc of the top cover partition, so that the first guide members can discharge the water accumulated in the top cover partition in time.

[0012] Furthermore, the flow guide structure also includes a second flow guide member, which is arranged below the first flow guide member and is used to communicate with the water inlet area of ​​the atomization mounting seat.

[0013] The guide structure of the present invention allows the accumulated water on the top cover partition to flow into the atomizing mounting seat through the first guide member and the second guide member to form water mist, thereby realizing the reuse of the accumulated water and reducing the water consumption when the humidifier is used.

[0014] Furthermore, the second flow guide member includes a water receiving trough and a water receiving tray arranged in a stepped manner, the water receiving trough is connected to the lower end opening of the first flow guide member, the water receiving tray is used to communicate with the water inlet area of ​​the atomization mounting seat, and the upper surface of the water receiving trough is higher than the upper surface of the water receiving tray.

[0015] The guide structure described in the present invention, by arranging the second guide member in a stepped water receiving trough and a water receiving tray, causes the horizontal height of the accumulated water in the water receiving trough to undergo a large reduction process, so that the accumulated water reaches the setting height of the atomizer mounting seat as soon as possible and enters the atomizer mounting seat for atomization, thereby effectively improving the efficiency of the reuse of the accumulated water.

[0016] The present invention further provides a humidifier, comprising the above-mentioned flow guiding structure. The advantages of the humidifier and the above-mentioned flow guiding structure over the prior art are the same, which will not be described in detail here.

[0017] Furthermore, the humidifier further comprises a top cover partition and an atomizing mounting seat, the top cover partition is annular and is used to receive the accumulated water, and the guide structure is used to guide the accumulated water to the atomizing mounting seat. The advantages of the humidifier and the above-mentioned guide structure over the prior art are the same, which will not be repeated here.

[0018] Furthermore, the top cover partition is inclined from the outside to the inside, and the inclination angle of the top cover partition relative to the horizontal plane ranges from 5° to 20°.

[0019] The humidifier described in the present invention is advantageous for timely discharge of accumulated water on the top cover partition by relying on gravity by setting the top cover partition to have an inclination angle ranging from 5° to 20° relative to the horizontal plane.

[0020] The present invention also provides an air conditioner, comprising the humidifier as described above, wherein the humidifier is arranged on the top of the air conditioner. The advantages of the air conditioner and the humidifier over the prior art are the same, which will not be described in detail here. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 The structure of the top cover partition and the first guide member according to the embodiment of the present invention is schematically shown. Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 2 It is a cross-sectional view of the top cover partition and the first flow guide member according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 It is a structural schematic diagram of the first flow guide member according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the positions of the top cover partition, the first flow guide, the second flow guide and the atomization mounting seat according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 The structure of the top cover partition and the first guide member according to the embodiment of the present invention is schematically shown. Figure 2 .

[0026] Description of reference numerals:

[0027] 1-top cover partition, 11-drain hole, 2-first flow guide, 20-cavity, 21-upper end opening, 22-lower end opening, 23-dividing ribs, 3-atomization mounting seat, 31-water inlet area, 4-second flow guide, 41-water receiving trough, 42-water receiving tray. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, specific embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0029] In the drawings of the present invention, a Z coordinate system is set, where the positive Z direction represents "up" and the negative Z direction represents "down".

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention provides a guide structure, including a first guide member 2, wherein the first guide member 2 is used to be arranged below the top cover partition 1, and the first guide member 2 is connected to the drainage hole 11 of the top cover partition 1, wherein the top cover partition 1 is inclined from the outside to the inside, and the top cover partition 1 is used to be arranged below the mist outlet of the humidifier.

[0031] Specifically, in this embodiment, the flow guide structure includes a first flow guide member 2, which is arranged below the top cover partition 1, and the first flow guide member 2 is connected to the drainage hole 11 of the top cover partition 1. Figure 2-Figure 5 As shown, since the drainage hole 11 is still some distance away from the second guide member 4 below, if the accumulated water on the top cover partition 1 is discharged only through the drainage hole 11, the accumulated water will collide violently with the second guide member 4 below, causing water splashing, which may easily cause damage to the internal electrical components of the air conditioner. Therefore, in this embodiment, a first guide member 2 connected to the drainage hole 11 is arranged below the top cover partition 1, and the accumulated water flowing downward through the drainage hole 11 is guided downward through the first guide member 2, which can not only slow down the flow rate of the accumulated water, but also reduce the impact force of the accumulated water when it flows from the lower end of the first guide member 2 to the second guide member 4, and has the effect of reducing the operating noise of the air conditioner, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition 1 can be discharged from the top cover partition 1 smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of the electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0032] Among them, the top cover partition 1 is inclined from the outside to the inside, that is, the top cover partition 1 presents an inclined posture with the outside higher and the inside lower, so that the accumulated water flows to the drainage hole 11 on the inside of the top cover partition 1 by gravity; in addition, the top cover partition 1 is arranged below the mist outlet of the humidifier to receive the condensed accumulated water.

[0033] In this embodiment, a first guide member connected to the drainage hole is provided under the top cover partition, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition can be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in a timely manner without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0034] Preferably, a cavity 20 with upper and lower openings is provided on the first flow guide member 2 , and an upper opening 21 of the first flow guide member 2 is located below the drainage hole 11 of the top cover partition 1 .

[0035] Specifically, in this embodiment, combined with Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the first flow guide 2 is provided with a cavity 20 with upper and lower ends opened. The cavity 20 is formed by a solid structure surrounding the cavity 20, namely, a side plate. The side plate surrounding the cavity 20 can be as follows: Figure 3The shape of the square column side plate shown can also be a cylindrical ring or the like, as a cavity 20 with openings at both ends. The upper opening 21 is the water inlet of the first guide member 2 and is connected to the drainage hole 11 of the top cover partition 1. The accumulated water enters the first guide member 2 from the upper surface of the top cover partition 1, i.e., the water guide slope, through the drainage hole 11 and the upper opening 21 of the first guide member 2. After flowing through the cavity 20, it flows out from the lower opening 22 of the cavity 20. When the accumulated water flows downward in the cavity 20, the side plates enclosing the cavity 20 restrict the flow direction of the accumulated water, thereby effectively preventing the accumulated water from splashing when flowing downward. It can not only slow down the flow rate of the accumulated water, but also reduce the impact force of the accumulated water when it flows from the lower end of the first guide member 2 to the second guide member 4, which has the effect of reducing the operating noise of the air conditioner, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition 1 can be discharged from the top cover partition 1 smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of the electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0036] In this embodiment, the accumulated water is guided by a first guide member having a cavity inside, effectively preventing the accumulated water from splashing when flowing downward, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition can be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0037] Preferably, a flow dividing rib 23 is provided in the cavity 20 of the first flow guiding member 2 .

[0038] Specifically, in this embodiment, combined with Figure 3 As shown, the first guide member 2 includes a diverter rib 23, which is arranged in the cavity 20 and is integrally formed with the side wall of the cavity 20, dividing the cavity 20 into two water passages. When the accumulated water flows down, the accumulated water flowing into the cavity 20 from both sides of the drainage hole 11 passes through the two water passages respectively, effectively preventing the accumulated water on both sides from colliding with each other when flowing down and the noise generated thereby, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition 1 can be discharged from the top cover partition 1 smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of the electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0039] Among them, since the accumulated water will flow into the drainage hole 11 from both sides of the circumference of the ring where the drainage hole 11 is located, the extension direction of the diverter rib 23 is preferably as follows: Figure 3 As shown, along the radial direction of the top cover partition 1; in addition, the diverter ribs 23 can also play a role in enhancing the structural strength of the first guide member 2.

[0040] In this embodiment, integral molding refers to the production and molding of two objects as a whole to form a structure in which the two objects are fixed to each other.

[0041] In this embodiment, diverter ribs are provided in the cavity of the first guide member to divide the cavity into two water passages. When the accumulated water flows down, the accumulated water flowing into the cavity from both sides of the drainage hole passes through the two water passages respectively, thereby effectively preventing the accumulated water on both sides from colliding with each other and the noise generated thereby when flowing down, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition can be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0042] Preferably, the diverter rib 23 is disposed in the cavity 20 near the drain hole 11 , and the diverter rib 23 extends in the up-down direction.

[0043] Specifically, in this embodiment, combined with Figure 3 As shown, the diverter rib 23 is arranged in the cavity 20 near the upper opening 21, that is, near the drainage hole 11, so that the accumulated water can be diverted by the diverter rib 23 when flowing into the cavity 20, effectively preventing the accumulated water on both sides from colliding with each other when flowing down and the noise generated thereby, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition 1 can be discharged from the top cover partition 1 smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of the electrical components in the air conditioner; at the same time, since the end close to the upper opening 21 is the fixed end of the first guide member 2 and the top cover partition 1, the diverter rib 23 is arranged here, which can effectively enhance the fixing strength of the first guide member 2 and the top cover partition 1.

[0044] In addition, the diverter rib 23 extends in the up-down direction, so that the diverter rib 23 is divided into two wire-passing channels with obvious boundaries.

[0045] In this embodiment, by setting diversion ribs in the cavity near the drainage holes, the accumulated water can be diverted by the diversion ribs when flowing into the cavity, effectively preventing the accumulated water on both sides from colliding with each other and the noise generated thereby when flowing down, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition can be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0046] Preferably, a plurality of the first flow guide members 2 are provided, the top cover partition 1 is annular, and the plurality of the first flow guide members 2 are suitable for being arranged in the same semicircular arc of the top cover partition 1 .

[0047] Specifically, in this embodiment, a plurality of first flow guide members 2 are provided, and the plurality of first flow guide members 2 are arranged in the same semicircular arc of the top cover partition 1, so that the accumulated water at various places on the top cover partition 1 can flow to the corresponding drainage holes 11 in time, and thus be discharged in time.

[0048] In this embodiment, by arranging a plurality of first flow guides in the same semicircular arc of the top cover partition, the first flow guides can discharge the water accumulated in the top cover partition in time.

[0049] Preferably, the inner diameter of the cavity 20 is gradually reduced along the direction from the upper opening 21 to the lower opening 22 .

[0050] Specifically, in this embodiment, combined with Figures 1 to 3 As shown, as a preferred embodiment, the inner diameter of the cavity 20 is gradually reduced from the upper opening 21 to the lower opening 22, so that the first guide member 2 has an effective beam-beaming effect on the accumulated water therein. When the accumulated water flows down, the wire passage through which it passes becomes narrower and narrower, and the flow direction of the accumulated water becomes more regular, which effectively prevents the accumulated water from colliding with each other and the noise generated thereby when flowing down, so that the accumulated water on the top cover partition 1 can be discharged from the top cover partition 1 smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of the electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0051] In this embodiment, the inner diameter of the cavity is gradually reduced from the upper opening to the lower opening, so that the first flow guide member can effectively guide the accumulated water therein. When the accumulated water flows down, the wire passage through which it passes becomes narrower and narrower, and the flow direction of the accumulated water becomes more regular, thereby effectively preventing the accumulated water from colliding with each other and the noise generated thereby when flowing down. As a result, the accumulated water on the top cover partition can be discharged from the top cover partition smoothly, with low noise and in time without interfering with the normal operation of electrical components in the air conditioner.

[0052] Preferably, the flow guide structure further includes a second flow guide member 4 , which is disposed below the first flow guide member 2 and is used to communicate with the atomization mounting seat 3 .

[0053] Specifically, in this embodiment, combined with Figure 4 As shown, the guide structure also includes a second guide member 4, which is arranged below the first guide member 2 and is connected to the water inlet area 31 of the atomizer mounting seat 3; the top cover partition 1 serves as the starting point of the accumulated water, passes through the first guide member 2 and the second guide member 4, and reaches the end point of the accumulated water, namely the atomizer mounting seat 3, which is also the lowest point of the humidifier. The accumulated water forms water mist at the atomizer mounting seat 3, thereby realizing the reuse of the accumulated water and reducing the water consumption when the humidifier is used.

[0054] The water inlet area 31 of the atomizer mounting seat 3 is also the water drop area of ​​the second guide member 4. In this embodiment, the water drop area is specifically embodied as a water drop hole, and the accumulated water enters the atomizer mounting seat through the water drop hole.

[0055] In this embodiment, the accumulated water on the top cover partition is arranged to flow into the atomizing mounting seat through the first guide member and the second guide member to form water mist, thereby realizing the reuse of the accumulated water and reducing the water consumption when the humidifier is used.

[0056] Preferably, the second flow guide member 4 includes a water receiving groove 41 and a water receiving tray 42 arranged in a stepped manner, the water receiving groove 41 is connected to the lower end opening 22 of the first flow guide member 2, the water receiving tray 42 is used to communicate with the atomization mounting seat 3, and the upper surface of the water receiving groove 41 is higher than the upper surface of the water receiving tray 42.

[0057] Specifically, in this embodiment, combined with Figure 4 As shown, the second guide member 4 includes a water receiving groove 41 and a water receiving tray 42 arranged in a stepped manner, wherein the water receiving groove 41 is connected to the lower end opening 22 of the first guide member 2. After the accumulated water flows out from the lower end opening 22 of the first guide member 2, it first enters the water receiving groove 41. Since the upper surface of the water receiving groove 41 is higher than the upper surface of the water receiving tray 42, the accumulated water flows to the water receiving tray 42 after a section of steps, and then enters the atomizing mounting seat 3 from the water inlet area 31 of the atomizing mounting seat 3, and forms water mist through ultrasonic atomization.

[0058] Among them, since the height difference between the top cover partition 1 and the atomizer mounting seat 3 is large, and there are many internal structures of the air conditioner, the accumulated water cannot be directly guided to the atomizer mounting seat 3 only by the first guide member 2. Therefore, the second guide member 4 is provided with a stepped water receiving trough 41 and a water receiving tray 42, so that the horizontal height of the accumulated water in the water receiving trough 41 undergoes a large reduction process, so that the accumulated water reaches the setting height of the atomizer mounting seat 3 as soon as possible, and at the same time, it can also prevent the accumulated water from flowing back from the water receiving tray 42 to the water receiving trough 41, ensuring that the accumulated water in the second guide member 4 flows from the first guide member 2 to the atomizer mounting seat 3.

[0059] The water inlet area 31 of the atomizer mounting seat 3 is also the water drop area of ​​the second guide member 4. In this embodiment, the water drop area is specifically embodied as a water drop hole, and the accumulated water enters the atomizer mounting seat through the water drop hole.

[0060] A rounded corner or chamfered structure is provided between the water receiving groove 41 and the water receiving tray 42 , so that the flow direction of the accumulated water from the water receiving groove 41 into the water receiving tray 42 changes more smoothly.

[0061] In this embodiment, by setting the second guide member as a stepped water receiving trough and a water receiving tray, the horizontal height of the accumulated water in the water receiving trough undergoes a large lowering process, so that the accumulated water reaches the setting height of the atomizer mounting seat as soon as possible and enters the atomizer mounting seat for atomization, thereby effectively improving the efficiency of the reuse of the accumulated water.

[0062] Another embodiment of the present invention provides a humidifier, comprising the above-mentioned flow guiding structure. The advantages of the humidifier and the above-mentioned flow guiding structure over the prior art are the same, which will not be described in detail here.

[0063] Preferably, the humidifier further comprises a top cover partition 1 and an atomizing mounting seat 3 , wherein the top cover partition 1 is annular and is used to receive accumulated water, and the guide structure is used to guide the accumulated water to the atomizing mounting seat 3 .

[0064] Specifically, in this embodiment, the humidifier also includes a top cover partition 1 and an atomizer mounting seat 3. The water mist generated by the humidification component in the humidifier condenses on the top cover partition 1 to form accumulated water, and the accumulated water is guided to the atomizer mounting seat 3 through the guide structure to form water mist through ultrasonic atomization.

[0065] Among them, the top cover partition 1 is an annular structure with a hollow shape in the middle; the atomizer mounting seat 3 is an empty shell with a lower height than the second guide member 4. The accumulated water eventually flows into the atomizer mounting seat 3 and forms water mist again to humidify the external environment.

[0066] The advantages of the humidifier and the above-mentioned flow guide structure over the prior art are the same, which will not be described in detail here.

[0067] Another embodiment of the present invention provides an air conditioner, comprising the humidifier as described above, wherein the humidifier is arranged on the top of the air conditioner. The advantages of the air conditioner and the humidifier over the prior art are the same, which will not be described in detail here.

[0068] Although the present invention is disclosed as above, the present invention is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of the present invention shall be subject to the scope defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A flow guide structure, characterized in that: The invention comprises a first flow guide (2), the first flow guide (2) being arranged below a top cover partition (1), and the first flow guide (2) being connected to a drainage hole (11) of the top cover partition (1), wherein the top cover partition (1) is arranged to be inclined from the outside to the inside, and the top cover partition (1) is arranged below a mist outlet of a humidifier; The first flow guide (2) is provided with a cavity (20) with upper and lower openings, and the upper opening (21) of the first flow guide (2) is located below the drainage hole (11) of the top cover partition (1); A flow-dividing rib (23) is arranged in the cavity (20) of the first flow-guiding member (2); The flow guide structure further comprises a second flow guide member (4), wherein the second flow guide member (4) is arranged below the first flow guide member (2) and is used to communicate with the atomization mounting seat (3); The second flow guide member (4) comprises a water receiving groove (41) and a water receiving tray (42) arranged in a stepped manner, the water receiving groove (41) being in communication with the lower end opening (22) of the first flow guide member (2), the water receiving tray (42) being used to communicate with the atomizing mounting seat (3), and the upper surface of the water receiving groove (41) being higher than the upper surface of the water receiving tray (42).

2. The flow guiding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The diverter rib (23) is arranged in the cavity (20) near the drainage hole (11), and the diverter rib (23) extends in the up-down direction.

3. The flow guiding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of the first flow guide members (2) are provided, the top cover partition (1) is annular, and the plurality of the first flow guide members (2) are suitable for being arranged in the same semicircular arc of the top cover partition (1).

4. A humidifier, characterized in that: It comprises the flow guiding structure as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 3.

5. The humidifier according to claim 4, characterized in that It also comprises a top cover partition (1) and an atomization mounting seat (3); the top cover partition (1) is annular and is used to receive accumulated water; the diversion structure is used to divert the accumulated water to the atomization mounting seat (3).

6. The humidifier according to claim 5, characterized in that The top cover partition (1) is arranged to be inclined from the outside to the inside, and the inclination angle of the top cover partition (1) relative to the horizontal plane ranges from 5° to 20°.

7. An air conditioner, characterized in that: It comprises a humidifier as described in any one of claims 4 to 6, wherein the humidifier is arranged on the top of the air conditioner.

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