Air conditioner indoor unit and air conditioning system having the same

Abstract

This invention provides an indoor air conditioner unit and an air conditioning system having the same. The indoor air conditioner unit includes: an indoor unit housing with an air inlet; a filter assembly disposed within the indoor unit housing, the filter assembly including a filter and a first transmission part, the filter being disposed at the air inlet, the filter having a fixed end and a free end disposed opposite to each other, the fixed end being connected to the first transmission part; the first transmission part being rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing to drive the filter to move and cause the filter to wind around the first transmission part; and a cleaning component disposed within the indoor unit housing to clean the filter by means of the cleaning component when the filter moves relative to the cleaning component. The indoor air conditioner unit of this invention solves the problem of easy clogging of the filter in existing indoor air conditioner units.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning, and more specifically, to an indoor air conditioning unit and an air conditioning system having the same. Background Technology

[0002] In the traditional air conditioning industry, filters are typically placed at the air inlet to filter dust and foreign objects from the air. These filters accumulate a lot of dust after prolonged use, and if not cleaned promptly, they can breed bacteria. Currently, existing filters are usually disassembled and manually cleaned.

[0003] However, since air conditioners are usually hung high, it is inconvenient to remove and clean the filter. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The main objective of this invention is to provide an air conditioner indoor unit and an air conditioning system having the same, so as to solve the problem of easy clogging of the filter screen in the existing air conditioner indoor unit.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, an air conditioning indoor unit is provided, comprising: an indoor unit housing having an air inlet; a filter assembly disposed within the indoor unit housing, the filter assembly including a filter and a first transmission part, the filter being disposed at the air inlet, the filter having a fixed end and a free end disposed opposite to each other, the fixed end being connected to the first transmission part; the first transmission part being rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing to drive the filter to move and cause the filter to wind around the first transmission part; and a cleaning member disposed within the indoor unit housing to clean the filter by the cleaning member when the filter moves relative to the cleaning member.

[0006] Furthermore, the filter assembly also includes a second transmission unit, which is connected to the filter and is rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing to move the filter and release it from the first transmission unit.

[0007] Furthermore, the filter screen includes a filter screen body and a connecting part, the connecting part being connected to the filter screen body; the filter screen assembly also includes: a support rail, which is disposed on the indoor unit housing, the connecting part being adapted to the support rail, the connecting part being disposed within the support rail and moving along the support rail.

[0008] Furthermore, the connecting part includes a first connecting part and a second connecting part, which are disposed on opposite sides of the filter body; the support track includes a first track and a second track, which are disposed opposite to each other; the first connecting part is adapted to the first track, and the first connecting part is engaged in the first track and moves along the first track; the second connecting part is adapted to the second track, and the second connecting part is engaged in the second track and moves along the second track.

[0009] Furthermore, the first transmission part is disposed on the side of the second transmission part away from the support rail; the cleaning component is disposed between the first transmission part and the second transmission part.

[0010] Furthermore, the first transmission part is provided with a first transmission tooth, and the filter screen is provided with a second transmission tooth. The first transmission tooth and the second transmission tooth are matched so that the first transmission part drives the filter screen to move.

[0011] Furthermore, a second transmission tooth is provided on the filter screen, and a third transmission tooth is provided on the second transmission part. The third transmission tooth is adapted to the second transmission tooth so that the second transmission part drives the filter screen to move.

[0012] Furthermore, the cleaning end of the cleaning component contacts the filter screen; the cleaning component is rotatably mounted relative to the indoor unit housing.

[0013] Furthermore, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes a drain outlet and a fan assembly. The fan assembly includes: a fan housing; and fan blades, which are rotatably disposed within the fan housing. The fan housing includes a first channel and a second channel. The end of the first channel away from the fan blades is disposed opposite to the filter screen, and at least a portion of the cleaning component is disposed within the first channel. The end of the second channel away from the fan blades is connected to the drain outlet so that dust can be discharged through the fan assembly and from the drain outlet.

[0014] Furthermore, the drain outlet is located on the indoor unit casing; the air conditioner indoor unit also includes: a drain pipe connected to the drain outlet; a dust removal pipe, one end of which is located inside the drain pipe and connected to the inner wall of the drain pipe, and there is a flow channel between the dust removal pipe and the drain pipe; a second channel is connected to the end of the dust removal pipe away from the drain pipe.

[0015] Furthermore, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes: a connecting hose, one end of which is connected to the second channel, and the other end of which is connected to the dust exhaust pipe.

[0016] According to another aspect of the present invention, an air conditioning system is provided, including an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, wherein the indoor unit is the aforementioned indoor unit.

[0017] The indoor unit of this invention includes an indoor unit housing, a filter assembly, and a cleaning component. The indoor unit utilizes a first transmission part that moves the filter, causing it to move and wrap around the transmission part. As the filter moves relative to the cleaning component, the cleaning component cleans the dust from the filter. This indoor unit solves the problem of easily clogged filters in air conditioners without disassembling the filter assembly, making it convenient to use. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0019] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of an air conditioner indoor unit according to the present invention is shown;

[0020] Figure 2 A partially enlarged view of an embodiment of an air conditioner indoor unit according to the present invention is shown;

[0021] Figure 3 A perspective view of a filter assembly of an air conditioner indoor unit according to the present invention is shown;

[0022] Figure 4 A perspective view of a portion of the structure of the filter assembly of an air conditioner indoor unit according to the present invention is shown;

[0023] Figure 5 A side view of the filter assembly of an air conditioner indoor unit according to the present invention is shown;

[0024] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the drain outlet of the indoor unit of the air conditioner according to the present invention is shown;

[0025] Figure 7 It shows according to Figure 6 A sectional view of the indoor unit of the air conditioner at section AA;

[0026] Figure 8 It shows according to Figure 6 A sectional view of the indoor unit of the air conditioner at section BB;

[0027] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the drain pipe and dust extraction pipe of the indoor unit of an air conditioner according to the present invention is shown.

[0028] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0029] 10. Indoor unit housing; 20. Filter assembly; 21. Filter; 211. Filter body; 212. Connecting part; 213. First connecting part; 214. Second connecting part; 215. Second transmission gear; 216. Filter frame; 217. Filter rib; 22. First transmission part; 221. First transmission gear; 23. Second transmission part; 231. Third transmission gear; 24. Support rail; 241. First rail; 242. Second rail; 30. Cleaning component; 40. Drain outlet; 50. Fan assembly; 51. Fan housing; 511. First channel; 512. Second channel; 60. Drain pipe; 70. Dust exhaust pipe; 80. Circulation channel; 90. Connecting hose; 100. Indoor unit heat exchanger; 110. Electrical box component; 120. Air outlet; 130. Connecting rib; 140. Outdoor drain pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0030] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0031] It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are illustrative and intended to provide further explanation of this application. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0032] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0033] This invention provides an indoor air conditioning unit; please refer to [the following text is missing]. Figures 1 to 9 The system includes: an indoor unit housing 10, which has an air inlet; a filter assembly 20, disposed within the indoor unit housing 10, the filter assembly 20 including a filter 21 and a first transmission part 22, the filter 21 being disposed at the air inlet, the filter 21 having a fixed end and a free end disposed opposite to each other, the fixed end being connected to the first transmission part 22; the first transmission part 22 being rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing 10 to drive the filter 21 to move and cause the filter 21 to wrap around the first transmission part 22; and a cleaning component 30, disposed within the indoor unit housing 10, to clean the filter 21 by means of the cleaning component 30 when the filter 21 moves relative to the cleaning component 30.

[0034] The indoor unit of this air conditioner includes an indoor unit housing 10, a filter assembly 20, and a cleaning component 30. The indoor unit utilizes a first transmission part 22 to move the filter 21, causing the filter 21 to move and wrap around the first transmission part 22. As the filter 21 moves relative to the cleaning component 30, the cleaning component 30 cleans the dust on the filter 21. This indoor unit solves the problem of easily clogged filters in air conditioners without disassembling the filter assembly 20, making it convenient to use.

[0035] In this embodiment, the filter assembly 20 further includes a second transmission part 23, which is connected to the filter 21 in a transmission manner. The second transmission part 23 is rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing 10 to drive the filter 21 to move and release the filter 21 from the first transmission part 22.

[0036] In a specific implementation, the filter assembly 20 further includes a first driving device, which is drivenly connected to the first transmission part 22 to drive the first transmission part 22 to rotate. The first driving device is a motor.

[0037] In a specific implementation, the filter assembly 20 also includes a second drive device, which is drivenly connected to the second transmission unit 23 to drive the second transmission unit 23 to rotate. The second drive device is a motor.

[0038] In specific implementation, when the first drive device drives the first transmission part 22 to rotate and the first transmission part 22 drives the filter screen 21 to wrap around it, the second drive device does not work. The second transmission part 23 is a driven wheel and plays the role of supporting and guiding the filter screen 21.

[0039] In specific implementation, when the second drive device drives the second transmission part 23 to rotate, and the second transmission part 23 drives the filter screen 21 to be released from the first transmission part 22 and moved to the air inlet for filtration, the first drive device does not work, and the first transmission part 22 is a driven wheel, so that the first transmission part 22 rotates under the drive of the second transmission part 23 to release the filter screen 21.

[0040] Preferably, both the first transmission part 22 and the second transmission part 23 are rollers.

[0041] To support the filter 21, the filter 21 includes a filter body 211 and a connecting part 212, with the connecting part 212 connected to the filter body 211. The filter assembly 20 also includes a support rail 24, which is mounted on the indoor unit housing 10. The connecting part 212 is adapted to the support rail 24, and is disposed within and moves along the support rail 24. This arrangement allows the free end of the filter 21 to reciprocate along the support rail 24.

[0042] In this embodiment, the filter screen 21 includes a filter screen frame 216, which is arranged around the periphery of the filter screen body 211, and the filter screen frame 216 includes a connecting portion 212.

[0043] In this embodiment, the filter screen 21 includes a plurality of filter screen ribs 217, which are spaced apart along the moving direction of the filter screen 21. Each filter screen rib 217 is disposed on the filter screen body 211, and each filter screen rib 217 extends from the first connecting part 213 to the second connecting part 214.

[0044] In specific implementation, the connecting part 212 includes a first connecting part 213 and a second connecting part 214, which are disposed on opposite sides of the filter body 211; the supporting track 24 includes a first track 241 and a second track 242, which are disposed opposite to each other; the first connecting part 213 is adapted to the first track 241, and the first connecting part 213 is engaged in the first track 241 and moves along the first track 241; the second connecting part 214 is adapted to the second track 242, and the second connecting part 214 is engaged in the second track 242 and moves along the second track 242.

[0045] In this embodiment, the first transmission part 22 is disposed on the side of the second transmission part 23 away from the support rail 24; the cleaning part 30 is disposed between the first transmission part 22 and the second transmission part 23.

[0046] In this embodiment, the first transmission part 22 is provided with a first transmission tooth 221, and the filter screen 21 is provided with a second transmission tooth 215. The first transmission tooth 221 and the second transmission tooth 215 are adapted to each other so that the first transmission part 22 drives the filter screen 21 to move.

[0047] Specifically, the second transmission tooth 215 is disposed on the first connecting part 213 and the second connecting part 214.

[0048] Specifically, the first transmission part 22 includes a first rotating shaft, a first gear, and a second gear. The first gear and the second gear are disposed on opposite sides of the first rotating shaft. The first gear meshes with the first connecting part 213 for transmission, and the second gear meshes with the second connecting part 214 for transmission. The filter screen 21 is wound around the first rotating shaft.

[0049] In this embodiment, the filter screen 21 is provided with a second transmission tooth 215, and the second transmission part 23 is provided with a third transmission tooth 231. The third transmission tooth 231 is adapted to the second transmission tooth 215 so that the second transmission part 23 drives the filter screen 21 to move.

[0050] Specifically, the second transmission part 23 includes a second rotating shaft, a third gear, and a fourth gear. The third gear and the fourth gear are arranged on opposite sides of the second rotating shaft. The third gear meshes with the first connecting part 213 for transmission, and the fourth gear meshes with the second connecting part 214 for transmission. The filter screen 21 is wound around the second rotating shaft.

[0051] In this embodiment, the cleaning end of the cleaning component 30 is in contact with the filter screen 21; the cleaning component 30 is rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing 10.

[0052] In practice, the cleaning component 30 is driven to rotate by a third driving device. At the contact point between the cleaning component 30 and the filter screen 21, the rotation direction of the cleaning component 30 is opposite to the movement direction of the filter screen 21. The cleaning component 30 cleans both the filter screen 21 during the winding process and during the release process.

[0053] Preferably, the cleaning component 30 is a brush.

[0054] In this embodiment, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes a drain outlet 40 and a fan assembly 50. The fan assembly 50 includes a fan housing 51 and fan blades rotatably disposed within the fan housing 51. The fan housing 51 includes a first channel 511 and a second channel 512. The end of the first channel 511 away from the fan blades is positioned opposite to the filter screen 21, and at least a portion of the cleaning component 30 is disposed within the first channel 511. The end of the second channel 512 away from the fan blades is connected to the drain outlet 40, allowing dust to be discharged through the fan assembly 50 from the drain outlet 40. This arrangement allows the fan assembly 50 to directly suck up dust adsorbed on the filter screen and discharge it outdoors, eliminating the need for a dust collection box or similar functions, making operation convenient and saving space.

[0055] Preferably, the fan assembly 50 is a vacuum motor.

[0056] In this embodiment, the drain outlet 40 is located on the indoor unit housing 10; the air conditioner indoor unit also includes: a drain pipe 60 connected to the drain outlet 40; a dust removal pipe 70, one end of which is located inside the drain pipe 60 and connected to the inner wall of the drain pipe 60, and a flow channel 80 between the dust removal pipe 70 and the drain pipe 60; and a second channel 512 connected to the end of the dust removal pipe 70 away from the drain pipe 60. This arrangement allows liquid in the air conditioner indoor unit to be discharged through the flow channel 80.

[0057] In practice, the drain outlet 40 is installed on the chassis or the water collection tray of the indoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0058] In practice, the dust exhaust pipe 70 is connected to the inner wall of the drain pipe 60 via connecting ribs 130. Preferably, there are multiple connecting ribs 130, which are evenly distributed around the circumference of the dust exhaust pipe 70.

[0059] In this embodiment, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes a connecting hose 90, one end of which is connected to the second channel 512, and the other end of which is connected to the dust exhaust pipe 70.

[0060] In this embodiment, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes an outdoor drain pipe 140, one end of which is connected to the drain pipe 60, and the other end of which extends to the outside.

[0061] In this embodiment, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes an electrical box component 110, which is connected to both the filter assembly 20 and the fan assembly 50 to supply power to the filter assembly 20 and the fan assembly 50.

[0062] In this embodiment, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes an air outlet 120 and an indoor unit heat exchanger 100, with the electrical box component 110 and the fan assembly 50 disposed on opposite sides of the indoor unit heat exchanger 100.

[0063] Specifically, during the first stage of cleaning, the first transmission unit rotates counterclockwise to roll up the filter screen. The second transmission unit, acting as a driven wheel, does not start its motor; instead, the filter screen is tensioned by the combined action of the motor damping force of the second transmission unit and the first transmission unit. During the second stage of cleaning, the second transmission unit rotates clockwise to open the filter screen. The first transmission unit, acting as a driven wheel, does not start its motor; instead, the filter screen between the first and second transmission units is tensioned by the combined action of the motor damping force of the first transmission unit and the second transmission unit.

[0064] The indoor air conditioner unit of this invention solves the following technical problems: the air conditioner filter is prone to getting dirty and clogged after long-term operation; the filter is difficult to disassemble when cleaning; and manual cleaning of the filter is too time-consuming and laborious.

[0065] The brush of this invention cleans the dust off the filter screen, allowing the filter screen to be cleaned without disassembling it, while improving user comfort and blowing out healthier air.

[0066] The indoor unit of this invention can exhaust dust to the outside through the fan assembly, thereby cleaning the filter and improving user comfort.

[0067] The present invention also provides an air conditioning system, including an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, wherein the indoor unit is the same as the one described in the above embodiments.

[0068] As can be seen from the above description, the embodiments of the present invention achieve the following technical effects:

[0069] The indoor unit of this air conditioner includes an indoor unit housing 10, a filter assembly 20, and a cleaning component 30. The indoor unit utilizes a first transmission part 22 to move the filter 21, causing the filter 21 to move and wrap around the first transmission part 22. As the filter 21 moves relative to the cleaning component 30, the cleaning component 30 cleans the dust on the filter 21. This indoor unit solves the problem of easily clogged filters in air conditioners without disassembling the filter assembly 20, making it convenient to use.

[0070] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An indoor unit for an air conditioner, characterized in that, include: Indoor unit housing (10), the indoor unit housing (10) having an air inlet; A filter assembly (20) is disposed inside the indoor unit housing (10). The filter assembly (20) includes a filter (21) and a first transmission part (22). The filter (21) is disposed at the air inlet. The filter (21) has a fixed end and a free end disposed opposite to each other. The fixed end is connected to the first transmission part (22). The first transmission part (22) is rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing (10) to drive the filter (21) to move and make the filter (21) wrap around the first transmission part (22). A cleaning component (30) is disposed inside the indoor unit housing (10) so that the filter screen (21) is cleaned by the cleaning component (30) when the filter screen (21) moves relative to the cleaning component (30); The filter screen (21) includes a filter screen body (211) and a connecting part (212), the connecting part (212) being connected to the filter screen body (211); the filter screen assembly (20) further includes: A support rail (24) is provided on the indoor unit housing (10), and the connecting part (212) is adapted to the support rail (24). The connecting part (212) is provided in the support rail (24) and moves along the support rail (24). The filter assembly (20) further includes a second transmission part (23), which is connected to the filter (21) in a transmission manner. The second transmission part (23) is rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing (10) to drive the filter (21) to move and release the filter (21) from the first transmission part (22). The first transmission part (22) is disposed on the side of the second transmission part (23) away from the support rail (24); the cleaning component (30) is disposed between the first transmission part (22) and the second transmission part (23); During the first stage of cleaning, the first transmission part (22) rotates counterclockwise to roll up the filter screen (21), while the second transmission part (23) is not activated. The filter screen (21) is tightened by the combined action of the motor damping force of the second transmission part (23) and the first transmission part (22). During the second stage of cleaning, the second transmission part (23) rotates clockwise to open the filter screen (21), while the first transmission part (22) is not activated. The filter screen (21) between the first transmission part (22) and the second transmission part (23) is tightened by the combined action of the motor damping force of the first transmission part (22) and the second transmission part (23).

2. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting part (212) includes a first connecting part (213) and a second connecting part (214), which are disposed on opposite sides of the filter body (211); the supporting track (24) includes a first track (241) and a second track (242), which are disposed opposite to each other, the first connecting part (213) is adapted to the first track (241), the first connecting part (213) is engaged in the first track (241) and moves along the first track (241); the second connecting part (214) is adapted to the second track (242), the second connecting part (214) is engaged in the second track (242) and moves along the second track (242).

3. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first transmission part (22) is provided with a first transmission tooth (221), and the filter screen (21) is provided with a second transmission tooth (215). The first transmission tooth (221) and the second transmission tooth (215) are adapted to each other so that the first transmission part (22) drives the filter screen (21) to move.

4. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The filter screen (21) is provided with a second transmission tooth (215), and the second transmission part (23) is provided with a third transmission tooth (231). The third transmission tooth (231) is adapted to the second transmission tooth (215) so that the second transmission part (23) drives the filter screen (21) to move.

5. The air conditioning indoor unit according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The cleaning end of the cleaning component (30) is in contact with the filter screen (21); the cleaning component (30) is rotatably disposed relative to the indoor unit housing (10).

6. The air conditioning indoor unit according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes a drain outlet (40) and a fan assembly (50), the fan assembly (50) comprising: Fan casing (51); The fan blades are rotatably disposed within the fan housing (51); The fan housing (51) includes a first channel (511) and a second channel (512). The end of the first channel (511) away from the fan blade is disposed opposite to the filter screen (21). At least part of the cleaning component (30) is disposed in the first channel (511). The end of the second channel (512) away from the fan blade is connected to the drain outlet (40) so that dust is discharged through the fan assembly (50) and discharged from the drain outlet (40).

7. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, The drain outlet (40) is provided on the indoor unit housing (10); the air conditioning indoor unit also includes: A drain pipe (60) is connected to the drain outlet (40); A dust discharge pipe (70) is provided at one end inside the drain pipe (60) and connected to the inner wall of the drain pipe (60). A flow channel (80) is provided between the dust discharge pipe (70) and the drain pipe (60). The second channel (512) is connected to the end of the dust discharge pipe (70) away from the drain pipe (60).

8. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 7, characterized in that, The indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes: A connecting hose (90) is provided, one end of which is connected to the second channel (512), and the other end of which is connected to the dust exhaust pipe (70).

9. An air conditioning system, comprising an indoor unit and an outdoor unit, characterized in that, The air conditioner indoor unit is the air conditioner indoor unit according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

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