Device for humidification, air conditioner

Abstract

The application relates to the household electrical appliance technical field and discloses a device for humidification, which comprises a volute including an air inlet, a first air outlet and a second air outlet; a centrifugal impeller arranged in the volute, an inner space of the centrifugal impeller obtaining airflow through the air inlet; a separation structure arranged in the centrifugal impeller, which separates the inner space of the centrifugal impeller into a humidification zone and a moisture absorption zone, airflow in the humidification zone being discharged through the first air outlet, and airflow in the moisture absorption zone being discharged through the second air outlet; a moisture absorption ring arranged on the inner ring side or the outer ring side of the centrifugal impeller, configured to release moisture when the airflow in the humidification zone passes through and absorb moisture when the airflow in the moisture absorption zone passes through; and a driving device connected with the moisture absorption ring and configured to drive the moisture absorption ring to rotate. In the application, the moisture absorption operation and the humidification operation are simultaneously performed, so that the volume is reduced, the structure is simplified, and the cost is low after the structure is simplified. The application also discloses an air conditioner.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of home appliance technology, such as devices for humidification and air conditioners. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most parts of my country experience dry and cold winters with low humidity levels. Low indoor humidity accelerates moisture loss from the body, speeds up skin aging, and can lead to respiratory illnesses. The cold weather also makes it difficult to open windows for ventilation, resulting in poor indoor air circulation and bacterial growth, which is detrimental to health. Traditional humidifiers typically use a water tank to store water, humidifying the air by evaporating the water. However, a waterless humidification technology exists that uses a moisture-absorbing material to absorb moisture within the airflow, then releases the moisture into the heated airflow, thus solving the problem of scale buildup and bacterial growth in the water tank.

[0003] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0004] It is large in size and complex in structure. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0006] This disclosure provides a humidification device and an air conditioner to solve the technical problems of large size and complex structure.

[0007] In some embodiments, the humidification device includes: a volute, including an air inlet, a first air outlet, and a second air outlet; a centrifugal impeller disposed within the volute, the internal space of the centrifugal impeller receiving airflow through the air inlet; a partition structure disposed within the centrifugal impeller, dividing the internal space of the centrifugal impeller into a humidification zone and a moisture absorption zone, the airflow in the humidification zone being discharged through the first air outlet, and the airflow in the moisture absorption zone being discharged through the second air outlet; a moisture absorption ring disposed on the inner or outer ring side of the centrifugal impeller, configured to release moisture when the airflow passes through the humidification zone and absorb moisture when the airflow passes through the moisture absorption zone; and a drive device connected to the moisture absorption ring, configured to drive the moisture absorption ring to rotate.

[0008] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes: the humidification device described in the above embodiments.

[0009] The humidification device and air conditioner provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0010] An airflow is generated by a centrifugal impeller, and the generated airflow is split. One part of the airflow is heated, while the other part is not heated. Simultaneously, moisture absorption and humidification operations are performed, thereby reducing the volume and simplifying the structure. The simplified structure also results in lower costs.

[0011] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0012] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a humidification device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0014] Figure 2 , 3 This is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the humidification device provided in the embodiments of this disclosure;

[0015] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a side cross-section of the humidification device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0016] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the humidification device provided in the embodiments of this disclosure, including the humidification housing;

[0017] Figure 6 This is a top view of the humidification device provided in this embodiment, including the humidification housing;

[0018] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the humidification ring provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0019] Figure 8 This is a top view of the humidification ring provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0020] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the driving device provided in the embodiments of this disclosure;

[0021] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the partition structure provided in the embodiments of this disclosure.

[0022] Figure label:

[0023] 100. Volute; 101. Air inlet; 102. First air outlet; 103. Second air outlet; 104. Fixing frame; 105. First volute tongue; 106. Second volute tongue; 200. Centrifugal impeller; 201. Impeller motor; 300. Separation structure; 301. Fixed shaft; 400. Humidification zone; 401. Heating device; 500. Moisture absorption zone; 600. Moisture absorption ring; 601. Fixing ring; 602. Fixing connecting rod; 603. Rotating wheel; 604. Fixing cylinder; 605. Through hole; 700. Drive device; 701. Motor; 702. Drive gear; 703. Clamping plate; 800. Humidification housing. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0025] This disclosure provides an apparatus for humidification.

[0026] Figure 1 This disclosure illustrates a structure of a humidification apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 2 , 3 The external structure of the humidification device provided in this disclosure embodiment is shown. Figure 4 The structure of a side cross-section of the humidification device provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown. Figure 5 The structure of the humidification apparatus provided in this disclosure, including a humidification housing, is shown.

[0027] In some embodiments, the humidification device includes: a volute 100, including an air inlet 101, a first air outlet 102, and a second air outlet 103; a centrifugal impeller 200 disposed within the volute 100, the internal space of the centrifugal impeller 200 receiving airflow through the air inlet 101; a partition structure 300 disposed within the centrifugal impeller 200, dividing the internal space of the centrifugal impeller 200 into a humidification zone 400 and a moisture absorption zone 500, the airflow in the humidification zone 400 being discharged through the first air outlet 102, and the airflow in the moisture absorption zone 500 being discharged through the second air outlet 103; a moisture absorption ring 600 disposed on the inner or outer ring side of the centrifugal impeller 200, configured to release moisture when airflow passes through the humidification zone 400 and absorb moisture when airflow passes through the moisture absorption zone 500; and a drive device 700 connected to the moisture absorption ring 600, configured to drive the moisture absorption ring 600 to rotate.

[0028] In this optional embodiment, airflow is generated by a centrifugal impeller 200, and the generated airflow is split. Part of the airflow is heated, while the other part is not heated. Simultaneously, moisture absorption and humidification operations are performed, thereby reducing the volume, simplifying the structure, and lowering the cost after the simplification of the structure.

[0029] Optionally, the system also includes a humidifying housing 800, with a volute 100 disposed within the humidifying housing 800. The humidifying housing 800 has openings corresponding to the air inlet 101, the first air outlet 102, and the second air outlet 103. This optional embodiment provides protection for the volute 100 portion.

[0030] Optionally, the humidifier housing 800 has a rectangular structure. This optional embodiment results in a more regular-shaped humidifier, facilitating installation, for example, making it easier to integrate the humidifier with the outdoor unit of an air conditioner.

[0031] Optionally, the centrifugal impeller 200 is driven by an impeller motor 201. Using this optional embodiment, the centrifugal impeller 200 can be driven to rotate, generating airflow.

[0032] Optionally, the blades of the centrifugal impeller 200 have a width of less than 2 cm. This optional embodiment reduces the amount of airflow driven by a single blade, thereby reducing airflow mixing between the humidification zone 400 and the desiccation zone 500.

[0033] Optionally, both the first air outlet 102 and the second air outlet 103 open clockwise into the volute 100 or both open counterclockwise into the volute 100. This optional embodiment allows the airflow within the volute 100 to be simultaneously discharged through both the first air outlet 102 and the second air outlet 103, reducing the wind resistance of both outlets and improving airflow smoothness.

[0034] Optionally, both the first air outlet 102 and the second air outlet 103 open in the direction of rotation of the centrifugal impeller 200. This optional embodiment allows the airflow generated by the rotation of the centrifugal impeller 200 to be smoothly discharged through the first air outlet 102 and the second air outlet 103.

[0035] Optionally, a mounting bracket 104 is provided at the air inlet 101 on the volute 100. This optional embodiment facilitates the fixing of parts inside the volute 100.

[0036] Optionally, a first volute tongue 105 is provided at the junction of the volute 100 and the first air outlet 102. In this optional embodiment, the airflow is separated by the first volute tongue, and the airflow in the humidification zone 400 and the airflow in the moisture absorption zone 500 on both sides of the first volute tongue 105 will not mix, thereby improving humidification efficiency.

[0037] Optionally, one end of the first volute 105 is connected to a side wall of the first air outlet 102, and the other end is close to the centrifugal impeller 200. This optional embodiment allows the first volute 105 to have a better airflow guiding effect, better guiding the airflow generated by the centrifugal impeller 200 into the first air outlet 102.

[0038] Optionally, a second volute tongue 106 is provided at the junction of the volute 100 and the second air outlet 103. In this optional embodiment, the airflow is separated by the second volute tongue, preventing the airflow in the humidification zone 400 and the airflow in the moisture absorption zone 500 on both sides of the second volute tongue 106 from mixing, thus improving humidification efficiency.

[0039] Optionally, one end of the second volute 106 is connected to a side wall of the second air outlet 103, and the other end is close to the centrifugal impeller 200. This optional embodiment allows the second volute 106 to have a better airflow guiding effect, better guiding the airflow generated by the centrifugal impeller 200 into the second air outlet 103.

[0040] Optionally, the size ratio of the first air outlet 102 to the second air outlet 103 is equal to the size ratio between the second volute tongue 106 and the first volute tongue 105. In this optional embodiment, a smaller air outlet size corresponds to a larger volute tongue size, allowing the volute tongue to effectively separate the airflow in the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500, enabling both airflows to pass more smoothly through the first air outlet 102 and the second air outlet 103.

[0041] Optionally, the size of the first air outlet 102 is the area of ​​the outlet portion of the first air outlet 102, the size of the second air outlet 103 is the area of ​​the outlet portion of the second air outlet 103, the size of the first volute tongue 105 is the area of ​​the first volute tongue 105, and the size of the second volute tongue 106 is the area of ​​the second volute tongue 106.

[0042] Optionally, one end of the partition structure 300 corresponds to the first volute tongue 105, and the other end corresponds to the second volute tongue 106. Using this optional embodiment, the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500 obtained by the partition structure 300 are positioned such that one corresponds to the first air outlet 102 and the other to the second air outlet 103, which better separates the airflow in the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500, preventing airflow mixing.

[0043] Optionally, both the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500 are fan-shaped. Using this optional embodiment, the fan-shaped partitioning allows for more accurate separation of the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500, facilitating control of the ratio between the two zones and enabling better airflow separation between them.

[0044] Optionally, a heating device 401 is provided in the humidification zone 400, or the humidification zone 400 is connected to a heated gas source. Using this optional embodiment, depending on the usage, the airflow passing through the heating zone can be heated by a humidification device, or heated airflow can be directly introduced into the humidification zone 400. When the heated airflow passes through the moisture-absorbing ring 600, the moisture on the moisture-absorbing ring 600 can be released by the heat, thereby better humidifying the airflow.

[0045] Optionally, the heating device 401 includes an electric heating wire. This optional embodiment offers a simple structure and lower cost.

[0046] Optionally, the heated gas source can be directly connected to the humidification zone 400 via a pipe. Using this optional embodiment, the gas heating process can be completed using external conditions, resulting in more stable gas heating.

[0047] Figure 6 The top view of the humidification device provided in this disclosure, including a humidification housing, is shown. Figure 7 The structure of the humidification ring provided in the embodiments of this disclosure is shown. Figure 8 A top view of the humidification ring provided in an embodiment of this disclosure is shown.

[0048] In some alternative embodiments, the moisture-absorbing ring 600 includes a substrate with a porous structure; a desiccant is disposed within the gaps of the porous structure of the substrate. This alternative embodiment increases the overall contact area between the moisture-absorbing ring 600 and the airflow, thereby improving the moisture absorption rate of the moisture-absorbing ring 600.

[0049] Optionally, the substrate has a ring structure.

[0050] Alternatively, the substrate can be made of materials such as ceramic fiber, glass fiber paper, or aluminum foil. This optional embodiment provides a stable substrate structure with loose gaps.

[0051] Alternatively, the desiccant may be made of materials such as silica gel, molecular sieves, or composite salts. This optional embodiment offers high water absorption capacity and improves humidification efficiency.

[0052] Optionally, the moisture-absorbing ring 600 is provided with a fixing ring 601, which is connected to the rotating wheel 603 via a fixing connecting rod 602. The rotating wheel 603 is driven by the driving device 700. This optional embodiment allows the moisture-absorbing ring 600 to rotate smoothly. Optionally, a fixing cylinder 604 is provided on the lower side of the rotating wheel 603, and the fixing connecting rod 602 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the fixing cylinder 604. This optional embodiment allows the fixing connecting rod 602 to rotate with the rotating wheel 603 without hindering the meshing between the rotating wheel 603 and the driving gear 702.

[0053] Optionally, the radius of the fixed cylinder 604 is smaller than the radius of the rotating wheel 603. In this optional embodiment, the difference between the radii of the rotating wheel 603 and the cylinder is used to cause the clamping plate 703 on the lower side of the drive gear 702 to hold the rotating wheel 603.

[0054] Figure 9 The structure of the drive device provided in the embodiments of this disclosure is shown.

[0055] In some optional embodiments, the rotating wheel 603 is a gear, and the driving device 700 includes: a motor 701; and a driving gear 702 connected to the motor 701 and meshing with the rotating wheel 603. The driving gear 702 has clamping plates 703 on its upper and lower sides, configured to limit the rotation of the rotating wheel 603. Using this optional embodiment, the rotating wheel 603 is limited while being driven. By limiting the position of the rotating wheel 603, the position of the moisture-absorbing ring 600 indirectly connected to the rotating wheel 603 is fixed, allowing it to rotate either on the inner ring side of the centrifugal impeller 200 or on the outer ring side of the centrifugal impeller 200.

[0056] Optionally, the radius of the clamping piece 703 is larger than the radius of the drive gear 702. With this optional embodiment, the clamping piece 703 extends outward relative to the drive gear 702, thereby limiting the vertical movement of the rotating wheel 603 meshing with the drive gear 702.

[0057] Optionally, the motor 701 is fixed to the mounting bracket 104. This optional embodiment improves the stability of the motor 701 and, by fixing the position of the motor 701, thereby fixing the entire moisture-absorbing ring 600.

[0058] Figure 10 The structure of the partition structure provided in the embodiments of this disclosure is shown.

[0059] In some alternative embodiments, the partition structure 300 is connected to the volute 100 via a fixed shaft 301. This alternative embodiment ensures the stability of the partition structure 300, preventing it from contacting the moisture-absorbing ring 600.

[0060] Optionally, the fixed shaft 301 is directly fixedly connected to the fixing bracket 104. This optional embodiment allows for easier fixing of the partition structure 300 via the fixed shaft 301. The fixing connection can be achieved through welding, screw connection, or other methods.

[0061] Optionally, the partition structure 300 includes two partition surfaces, and the intersection of the two partition surfaces is located at the center point of the internal space of the centrifugal impeller 200. Using this optional embodiment, both the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500 can be divided into fan shapes, facilitating control of the ratio between the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500, and allowing for better separation of the airflow in the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500.

[0062] Optionally, the fixed shaft 301 is fixedly connected to the intersection point of the two separating surfaces of the separating structure 300. This optional embodiment fixes the center point of the separating structure 300, making the fixation more secure and stable.

[0063] Optionally, the partition structure 300 is a heat insulation plate. This optional embodiment prevents the airflow temperatures in the humidification zone 400 and the moisture absorption zone 500 from affecting each other, and prevents the airflow temperature in the moisture absorption zone 500 from rising, which would reduce the moisture absorption efficiency and thus affect the humidification efficiency.

[0064] Alternatively, the insulation board can be a plate-shaped structure made of insulation materials commonly used in the art.

[0065] Optionally, the fixed shaft 301 is a hollow shaft, and the power supply line of the heating device 401 can be connected through the hollow part of the fixed shaft 301. Using the cover option facilitates wiring for the power supply to the heating device 401.

[0066] Optionally, the rotating wheel 603 has a through hole 605 at its center, through which the fixed shaft 301 passes. This optional embodiment ensures that the rotation of the rotating wheel 603 does not affect the fixation of the fixed shaft 301, and that the fixed shaft 301 provides a fixing function for the rotating wheel 603, guaranteeing that its rotation center will not shift.

[0067] Optionally, a bearing is provided between the through hole 605 and the fixed shaft 301. This optional embodiment reduces the friction between the fixed shaft 301 and the through hole 605, making the rotation of the fixed shaft 301 smoother.

[0068] This disclosure provides an air conditioner.

[0069] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes the humidification device of any of the above embodiments.

[0070] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless expressly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace parts and features of other embodiments. The scope of embodiments of this application includes the entire scope of the claims and all available equivalents of the claims. The terms “comprising,” “including,” or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a device comprising a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a device. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase “comprising one…” does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in a device that includes the element. The various embodiments described herein are presented in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments; similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to mutually.

[0071] The terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer" used herein to indicate orientations or positional relationships are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are used solely for the convenience of describing the document and simplifying the description. They do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must include a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as limiting this application. In the description herein, unless otherwise specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to mechanical or electrical connections, or internal connections between two elements; they can be direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms according to the specific circumstances. The scope of this disclosure includes the entire scope of the claims and all available equivalents of the claims.

Claims

1. A humidification device, characterized in that, include: The volute includes an air inlet, a first air outlet, and a second air outlet; A centrifugal impeller is disposed inside the volute casing, and the internal space of the centrifugal impeller obtains airflow through the air inlet; A partition structure is provided inside the centrifugal impeller to divide the internal space of the centrifugal impeller into a humidification zone and a moisture absorption zone. The airflow in the humidification zone is discharged through the first air outlet, and the airflow in the moisture absorption zone is discharged through the second air outlet. A moisture-absorbing ring, disposed on the inner or outer ring side of the centrifugal impeller, is configured to release moisture when airflow passes through the humidification zone and absorb moisture when airflow passes through the moisture-absorbing zone. A drive unit, connected to the moisture-absorbing ring, is configured to drive the moisture-absorbing ring to rotate; Wherein, a first volute tongue is provided at the junction of the volute and the first air outlet, and a second volute tongue is provided at the junction of the volute and the second air outlet. The size ratio of the first air outlet to the second air outlet is equal to the size ratio between the second volute tongue and the first volute tongue. The size of the first air outlet is the area of ​​the outlet portion of the first air outlet, the size of the second air outlet is the area of ​​the outlet portion of the second air outlet, the size of the first volute tongue is the area of ​​the first volute tongue, and the size of the second volute tongue is the area of ​​the second volute tongue.

2. The humidification device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first air outlet and the second air outlet both open clockwise toward the volute or both open counterclockwise toward the volute.

3. The humidification device according to claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the separating structure corresponds to the first cochlear tongue, and the other end corresponds to the second cochlear tongue.

4. The humidification apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, Both the humidification zone and the moisture absorption zone are fan-shaped.

5. The humidification apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The partition structure is a heat insulation board.

6. The humidification apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The humidification zone is equipped with a heating device, or the humidification zone is connected to a heated gas source.

7. An air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the humidification apparatus as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.

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