Humidifying device and air conditioning system having the same

Abstract

This invention discloses a humidification device and an air conditioning system having the same. The humidification device includes: a base plate; a liquid generation module including a heat exchanger arranged along the length of the base plate; and a humidification module including a base, a water collection component, and a first fan. The base is disposed on the base plate, located below the heat exchanger, and arranged along the length of the base plate. The water collection component is disposed within the base, and the base has an air inlet and an air outlet. The first fan is connected to the interior of the base. The condensate generated by the heat exchanger is suitable for being collected by the water collection component and discharged under the action of the first fan. According to the humidification device of this invention, the heat exchanger can generate more condensate, ensuring a better humidification effect. Furthermore, it eliminates the need for manual water addition by the user, extending the service life of the humidification device and improving its long-term reliability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of humidification technology, and in particular to a humidification device and an air conditioning system having the same. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, when an air conditioner is working, the indoor air is relatively dry, affecting user comfort. Therefore, a humidifier is usually needed to increase indoor air humidity. However, existing air conditioner humidifiers are typically water-based, requiring users to manually add water to the humidifier using a container, which is cumbersome. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one object of the present invention is to provide a humidification device that achieves better humidification effect while being more convenient to operate and more reliable.

[0004] Another object of the present invention is to provide an air conditioning system having the above-mentioned humidification device.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a humidification device includes: a base plate; a liquid generation module, the liquid generation module including a heat exchanger arranged along the length direction of the base plate; and a humidification module including a base, a water collection component, and a first fan, the base being disposed on the base plate and located below the heat exchanger, the base being arranged along the length direction of the base plate, the water collection component being disposed within the base, the base having a base air inlet and a base air outlet, the first fan communicating with the interior of the base, and the condensate generated by the heat exchanger being suitable for being collected by the water collection component and discharged under the action of the first fan.

[0006] The humidification device according to embodiments of the present invention, by providing a liquid generation module including a heat exchanger and a humidification module including a base, a water collection component, and a first fan, and by arranging the condensate generated by the heat exchanger to be absorbed by the water collection component and discharged under the action of the first fan, ensures that the humidification device has a good humidification effect, eliminates the need for manual water addition by the user, making operation more convenient, extending the service life of the humidification device, and improving its long-term reliability. Furthermore, by arranging the heat exchanger along the length of the base plate, the length of the heat exchanger can be increased, allowing it to generate more condensate.

[0007] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the heat exchanger is provided with a water receiving tray at the bottom, a through first opening is formed on the water receiving tray, a protrusion is provided on the lower surface of the water receiving tray, and the protrusion is arranged around the first opening; a second opening is formed on the top of the base opposite to the first opening, the protrusion extends into the second opening, and the water collecting member is provided at the second opening.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a plurality of support ribs are provided on the bottom surface of the water receiving tray, and the plurality of support ribs are used to support the heat exchanger.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, one end of one of the water receiving tray and the base is provided with a plugging protrusion, and the corresponding end of the other of the water receiving tray and the base is formed with a plugging groove, and the plugging protrusion is fitted into the plugging groove; the other end of the water receiving tray is provided with an extension extending downward beyond the bottom surface of the water receiving tray, and the extension is connected to the side of the base through the threaded fastening structure.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, one side of the base in the width direction is provided with a protrusion extending along the length direction of the water receiving tray.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, an opening is formed on the side of the base, and the water collecting member is retractably disposed inside the base through the opening.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the top surface of the base is formed with an elongated connecting opening, the water collecting member is opposite to the connecting opening, and the condensate generated by the heat exchanger is adapted to flow to the water collecting member through the connecting opening; one end of the connecting opening adjacent to the opening is connected to the opening, and the top surface of the base is provided with a rib, the rib is located at the end of the connecting opening adjacent to the opening, and the rib spans the connecting opening.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the water collecting element includes a water collecting element body and two frames, the two frames being detachably connected, defining a receiving cavity between the two frames for accommodating the water collecting element body, the tops of the two frames having guides that approach each other from top to bottom, and defining a communicating groove between the two guides that communicates with the receiving cavity.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the air outlet of the first fan is provided with a detachable duct joint.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a duct assembly is connected between the first fan and the base. The duct assembly includes a first duct component and a second duct component. The first duct component and the second duct component are detachably connected. The free end of the first duct component is detachably connected to the base, and the free end of the second duct component is detachably connected to the first fan.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the liquid generation module further includes: a support, the heat exchanger being disposed within the support, the support having a support air inlet and a support air outlet; a second fan, the second fan being connected to one of the support air inlet and the support air outlet, the support and the second fan being located on opposite sides of the width direction of the base plate, and the first fan being arranged along the length direction of the base plate along with the liquid generation module and the base.

[0017] An air conditioning system according to a second aspect of the present invention includes: an outdoor unit, the outdoor unit including an outdoor heat exchanger; an indoor unit, the indoor unit including an indoor heat exchanger; and a humidification device, the humidification device being a humidification device according to the first aspect of the present invention described above, the humidification device being disposed on the outdoor unit, a first fan of the humidification device being connected to the indoor unit via a pipeline, and the heat exchanger of the humidification device being switchably configured with one of the outdoor heat exchanger and the indoor heat exchanger to form a refrigerant circulation loop.

[0018] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0020] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention from another angle;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a front view of a humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 It is along Figure 3 Sectional view of line AA in the middle;

[0024] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 An enlarged view of section B, shown in the center circle;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the base according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 8This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the water receiving tray according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 9 This is an exploded structural diagram of a humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 10 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an air conditioning system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional view of the water receiving tray according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 12 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the water receiving tray from another angle according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 13 This is an assembly diagram of the water receiving tray and the base according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 The assembly front view of the water tray and base shown;

[0034] Figure 15 It is along Figure 14 A cross-sectional view of the CC line;

[0035] Figure 16 yes Figure 13 Exploded view of the water tray and base shown;

[0036] Figure 17 yes Figure 13 An exploded view of the water tray and base from another angle;

[0037] Figure 18 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a humidification module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 19 yes Figure 18 An exploded view of the humidification module shown;

[0039] Figure 20 This is an assembly diagram of the first fan and duct joint according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 21 yes Figure 20 Front view of the first fan and duct joint shown in the figure;

[0041] Figure 22 It is along Figure 21 Sectional view of the DD line;

[0042] Figure 23 yes Figure 21 An enlarged view of section E, shown in the center circle;

[0043] Figure 24 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the first fan according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 25 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a duct connector according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 26 This is an assembly diagram of the frame according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure 27 yes Figure 26 An exploded view of the frame shown;

[0047] Figure 28 yes Figure 26 A cross-sectional view of the frame shown;

[0048] Figure 29 This is an assembled perspective view of the base and frame according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0049] Figure 30 yes Figure 29 A cross-sectional view of the base and frame shown;

[0050] Figure 31 yes Figure 30 A magnified view of section F, shown in the middle circle.

[0051] Figure label:

[0052] 100: Humidifier;

[0053] 1: Base plate; 2: Liquid generation module; 21: Bracket; 211: Air inlet of bracket;

[0054] 212: Air outlet of bracket; 22: Heat exchanger; 23: Second fan;

[0055] 3: Humidification module; 31: Base; 311: Base air inlet; 312: Base air outlet; 313: Second opening; 314: Insertion slot; 315: Protrusion; 316: Opening;

[0056] 317: Connecting opening; 318: Raised rib; 319: Protrusion; 3191: Receiving groove;

[0057] 3192: Second mounting hole; 320: Insertion part; 32: Water collection component;

[0058] 321: Frame; 3211: Guide component; 3212: Connecting groove; 3213: Handle;

[0059] 33: First fan; 331: Duct connector; 3311: Slip strip; 3312: Body;

[0060] 3313: Groove; 3314: Second fastener; 3315: Guide surface;

[0061] 332: Slide groove; 333: Fan duct; 334: Rib;

[0062] 335: First fastener; 3351: Bayonet; 34: Heating device;

[0063] 4: Water receiving tray; 41: First opening; 42: Protrusion; 43: Supporting rib;

[0064] 44: Insertion protrusion; 45: Extension; 451: First mounting hole; 46: Mating groove;

[0065] 5: First air duct component; 6: Second air duct component;

[0066] 200: Air conditioning system;

[0067] 201: Outdoor unit; 202: Indoor unit; 203: Piping. Detailed Implementation

[0068] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. The embodiments described with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary. The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below.

[0069] The following is for reference. Figures 1-31 A humidification apparatus 100 according to an embodiment of the first aspect of the present invention is described.

[0070] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the humidification device 100 according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention includes a base plate 1, a liquid generation module 2, and a humidification module 3.

[0071] Specifically, the liquid generation module 2 includes a heat exchanger 22, and the humidification module 3 includes a base 31, a water collection component 32, and a first fan 33. The base 31 is located on the base plate 1 and below the heat exchanger 22. The base 31 is arranged along the length of the base plate 1. The water collection component 32 is located inside the base 31. The base 31 has a base air inlet 311 and a base air outlet 312. The first fan 33 is connected to the inside of the base 31. The condensate generated by the heat exchanger 22 is suitable for being collected by the water collection component 32 and sent out under the action of the first fan 33.

[0072] For example, when the humidifier 100 is working, the airflow can flow through the heat exchanger 22 and exchange heat with it, resulting in condensation on the surface of the heat exchanger 22. Since the base 31 is located below the heat exchanger 22, the condensation produced by the heat exchanger 22 can flow towards the water collection component 32 under the action of gravity. This makes the flow path of the condensation relatively short and effectively reduces the flow resistance of the condensation, allowing the condensation to quickly wet the water collection component 32, thereby improving the humidification efficiency of the humidifier 100 and making the structure more compact. The first fan 33 can accelerate the airflow, allowing the airflow to flow from the air inlet 311 into the base 31. When the airflow passes through the water collection component 32, the water on the water collection component 32 can absorb heat from the air and vaporize and evaporate. The humidified air flows from the air outlet 312 into the first fan 33 and is finally delivered to the room by the first fan 33 to regulate the indoor air humidity and achieve the purpose of humidifying the indoor air.

[0073] Therefore, the condensate generated by the heat exchanger 22 can be used to humidify the indoor air, eliminating the need for manual water addition by the user and making operation more convenient and faster. Furthermore, the heat exchanger 22 has a long service life, maintaining good humidification performance during long-term operation of the humidification device 100, thus effectively improving the long-term reliability of the humidification device 100. In addition, by using a water collection component 32 for moisture absorption and humidification, and because the water collection component 32 is a fixed component with a simple structure, reliability can be avoided due to prolonged operation, ensuring good moisture absorption performance for an extended period, thereby further guaranteeing the humidification reliability of the humidification device 100.

[0074] Furthermore, the base 31 effectively supports, fixes, and protects the water collection component 32 while ensuring airflow, guaranteeing high structural stability. The base plate 1 allows for the installation of the entire humidifier 100 (for example, the entire humidifier 100 can be installed on the outdoor unit 201 via the base plate 1), and the base plate 1 allows for installation of the humidifier 100 in different locations, improving the installation versatility of the humidifier 100. Additionally, the entire humidifier 100 can be installed and disassembled simply by installing or removing the base plate 1 from its corresponding installation position, improving the overall installation and disassembly efficiency of the humidifier 100.

[0075] The heat exchanger 22 is arranged along the length of the base plate 1. For example, in Figures 1-4 In the example, all heat exchangers 22 extend along the length direction of the base plate 1. That is, the length direction of the heat exchanger 22 is the same as the length direction of the base plate 1, and the width direction of the heat exchanger 22 is the same as the width direction of the base plate 1. This arrangement avoids limiting the length of the heat exchanger 22 due to the small width of the base plate 1, allowing the heat exchanger 22 to be relatively long, generating more condensate, and thus effectively improving the humidification effect of the humidification device 100.

[0076] The humidification device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, by providing a liquid generation module 2 including a heat exchanger 22 and a humidification module 3 including a base 31, a water collection component 32 and a first fan 33, and by making the condensate generated by the heat exchanger 22 suitable for absorption by the water collection component 32 and sent out under the action of the first fan 33, ensures that the humidification device 100 has a good humidification effect, eliminates the need for manual water addition by the user, makes operation more convenient, extends the service life of the humidification device 100, and improves the long-term reliability of the humidification device 100. Moreover, by arranging the heat exchanger 22 along the length direction of the base plate 1, the length of the heat exchanger 22 can be increased, allowing the heat exchanger 22 to generate more condensate.

[0077] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to... Figure 8 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 The heat exchanger 22 has a water receiving tray 4 at its bottom, with a through first opening 41 formed on the tray 4. A protrusion 42 is provided on the lower surface of the tray 4, surrounding the first opening 41. A second opening 313 is formed on the top of the base 31, opposite to the first opening 41. The protrusion 42 extends into the second opening 313, and a water collecting element 32 is located at the second opening 313. For example, in... Figure 8 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 In the example, a protrusion 42 is formed on the surface of the water tray 4 adjacent to the humidification module 3, and the protrusion 42 extends away from the water tray 4. The second opening 313 is located directly below the first opening 41. Thus, by setting the water tray 4 as described above, the water tray 4 can be used to collect condensate flowing down from the surface of the heat exchanger 22, thereby preventing condensate dripping from the heat exchanger 22 from affecting the normal operation of other components (such as the first fan 33), ensuring the reliability of the humidification device 100. Furthermore, by positioning the water collector 32 at the second opening 313, the condensate in the water tray 4 can flow directly from the first opening 41 to the second opening 313, and ultimately flow to and wet the water collector 32. Since the second opening 313 is opposite to the first opening 41, the flow path of the condensate can be further shortened, preventing condensate loss, thereby further improving the moisture absorption effect of the water collector 32. In addition, by setting the above-mentioned protrusion 42, the protrusion 42 can play a guiding role. After installation, even if the water receiving tray 4 has a certain tilt, it can effectively ensure that the condensate in the water receiving tray 4 can flow smoothly into the humidification module 3, so as to further ensure the humidification effect of the humidification module 3.

[0078] In some alternative embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to... Figure 5 and Figure 8 At least a portion of the bottom surface inside the water receiving tray 4 extends downwards at an angle toward the first opening 41. For example, in Figure 5 and Figure 8 In the example, a water receiving trough can be defined within the water receiving pan 4, and the bottom wall of the water receiving trough can extend downwards at an angle toward the first opening 41. Condensate dripping from the heat exchanger 22 into the water receiving trough can flow along the bottom wall of the trough to the first opening 41, and finally flow from the first opening 41 to the water collecting element 32 at the second opening 313. Thus, with the above arrangement, the first opening 41 can be located at the lowest point of the water receiving pan 4, allowing the condensate in the water receiving pan 4 to flow smoothly to the first opening 41 and to be completely discharged through the first opening 41, preventing water accumulation in the water receiving pan 4 and ensuring high reliability.

[0079] In some embodiments of the present invention, a plurality of support ribs 43 are provided at intervals on the bottom surface of the water receiving tray 4, and the plurality of support ribs 43 are used to support the heat exchanger 22. In the description of the present invention, "a plurality of" means two or more. The plurality of support ribs 43 are used to support the heat exchanger 22. See reference. Figure 8 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 Multiple support ribs 43 extend towards the side of the water receiving pan 4 away from its bottom surface, and the surfaces of the support ribs 43 away from the bottom surface of the water receiving pan 4 are flush, so that the heat exchanger 22 can be installed horizontally on the water receiving pan 4, allowing condensate from all locations of the heat exchanger 22 to flow to the water receiving pan 4. Furthermore, the support ribs 43 effectively separate the heat exchanger 22 from the water receiving pan 4, thereby preventing condensate from affecting the heat exchange efficiency of the heat exchanger 22 and ensuring its heat exchange performance.

[0080] Furthermore, the multiple support ribs 43 constitute multiple rows of support ribs spaced apart along the width direction of the water receiving tray 4, and each row of support ribs includes multiple support ribs 43 spaced apart along the length direction of the water receiving tray 4. For example, in Figure 8 In the example, multiple support ribs 43 are arranged in an array on the bottom surface of the water receiving tray 4. Three rows of support ribs are spaced apart along the width of the water receiving tray 4, with two rows located on one side of the first opening 41 and the remaining row on the other side. Each row of support ribs includes fifteen support ribs 43, which are spaced apart from each other along the length of the water receiving tray 4. Thus, while ensuring the stability of the position of the heat exchanger 22, the condensate in the water receiving tray 4 can flow through the gap between two adjacent support ribs 43 to the first opening 41, and then flow into the humidification module 3 through the first opening 41.

[0081] Furthermore, each row of support ribs 43 includes multiple first support ribs and multiple second support ribs. The multiple first support ribs are located at both ends of the water receiving tray 4 along its length, and the multiple second support ribs are located between the multiple first support ribs, with each second support rib having a shorter length than each first support rib. For example, in Figure 8 In the example, each row of support ribs includes two first support ribs and thirteen second support ribs. The two first support ribs are located at both ends of each row, and the thirteen second support ribs are spaced apart between the two first support ribs. Each first support rib is relatively long, and during installation, it supports one end of the heat exchanger 22 along its length, thereby increasing the contact area between the first support rib and the heat exchanger 22 to ensure greater stability of the heat exchanger 22. Each second support rib is relatively short, thereby increasing the gap between adjacent support ribs 43, thus preventing obstruction of condensate and allowing condensate to flow quickly to the first opening 41.

[0082] In some embodiments of the present invention, combined with Figures 13-17 One end of the water tray 4 and the base 31 is provided with a plug-in protrusion 44, and the corresponding end of the other water tray 4 and the base 31 forms a plug-in groove 314. The plug-in protrusion 44 fits into the plug-in groove 314. The other end of the water tray 4 has an extension 45 extending downward beyond the bottom surface of the water tray 4. The extension 45 is connected to the side of the base 31 by a threaded fastening structure. This arrangement facilitates the assembly of the water tray 4 and the base 31, thereby improving the assembly efficiency of the humidifier 100. At the same time, using the plug-in protrusion 44 and the plug-in groove 314 to fix the water tray 4 and the base 31 reduces the number of threaded fasteners such as screws, thereby reducing the cost of the humidifier 100.

[0083] In some specific embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 13-17 As shown, the insertion protrusion 44 is located on the lower side of the water receiving tray 4, and the top of the base 31 is provided with an insertion part 320. The insertion part 320 extends upward first and then extends towards the center of the water receiving tray 4. The insertion part 320 and the top surface of the base 31 together define an insertion groove 314. (Refer to...) Figure 13 , Figure 16 and Figure 17A protrusion 44 is located on the left side of the water tray 4, adjacent to the base 31, and extends away from the center of the water tray 4. A connector 320 is located on the left side of the top surface of the base 31, and the connector 320 is approximately arc-shaped. During installation, the protrusion 44 is inserted into the connector slot 314, and the top surface of the protrusion 44 abuts against the side surface of the connector 320 adjacent to the base 31. This allows the water tray 4 to be quickly installed on the base 31, improving the assembly efficiency of the humidifier 100. Simultaneously, the connector 320 further restricts the vertical movement of the water tray 4, ensuring a more stable position for the water tray 4.

[0084] In a further embodiment of the invention, a protrusion 319 is provided on the aforementioned side of the base 31, and the aforementioned side of the base 31 and the protrusion 319 together define a top-open receiving groove 3191, the lower end of the extension 45 fitting within the receiving groove 3191. For example, in Figure 16 and Figure 17 In the example, a protrusion 319 is provided on the side surface of the base 31 opposite to the extension 45 of the water tray 4, along the length of the base 31. A second mounting hole 3192 is formed on the aforementioned side surface of the base 31. The protrusion 319 is generally U-shaped, and its opening faces the water tray 4. During installation, the lower end of the extension 45 can pass through the opening of the protrusion 319 and abut against the bottom of the protrusion 319. The first mounting hole 451 of the extension 45 is opposite to the second mounting hole 3192 on the aforementioned side surface of the base 31. Then, threaded fasteners, such as screws, can pass through the first mounting hole 451 and the second mounting hole 3192 respectively and connect to the aforementioned side surface of the base 31 to securely fix the water tray 4 to the base 31. In addition, the protrusion 319 can limit the movement of the water receiving tray 4 along the width direction and downward, thereby further ensuring the stability of the position of the water receiving tray 4 and facilitating the positioning of the water receiving tray 4, which can improve assembly efficiency.

[0085] Optionally, one side of the base 31 in the width direction is provided with a protrusion 315 extending along the length direction of the water receiving tray 4. The protrusion 315 can serve as a guide, thereby ensuring that the insertion protrusion 44 on the water receiving tray 4 can accurately fit into the insertion groove 314 of the base 31, so that the water receiving tray 4 can be quickly installed in place. At the same time, the protrusion 315 can limit the movement of the water receiving tray 4 in the front-back direction, thereby making the position of the water receiving tray 4 more stable.

[0086] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to... Figure 30 An opening 316 is formed on the side of the base 31, through which the water collecting member 32 is retractably disposed within the base 31. For example, in Figure 30In the example, the top of the water collection component 32 may be provided with a handle 3213. When installing or removing the water collection component 32, the water collection component 32 can be pulled out by holding the handle 3213. This design facilitates the insertion and removal of the water collection component 32, which not only makes the assembly of the water collection component 32 simpler and more reliable, improving the assembly efficiency of the humidifier 100, but also facilitates the maintenance and upkeep of the water collection component 32, extending the service life of the humidifier 100.

[0087] In some specific embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 16 , Figure 17 and Figure 30 As shown, the top surface of the base 31 has an elongated connecting opening 317. The water collecting component 32 is opposite to the connecting opening 317. The condensate generated by the heat exchanger 22 is suitable for flowing to the water collecting component 32 through the connecting opening 317. One end of the connecting opening 317 adjacent to the opening 316 is connected to the opening 316. The top surface of the base 31 is provided with a protruding rib 318, which is located at one end of the connecting opening 317 adjacent to the opening 316 and spans across the connecting opening 317. It should be noted that the "connecting opening 317" here can be the second opening 313 mentioned above. Thus, by setting the connecting opening 317, the condensate generated by the heat exchanger 22 can flow into the water collecting component 32 through the connecting opening 317. By setting the aforementioned rib 318, a better strengthening effect can be achieved, preventing damage to the connecting port 317 and the opening 316. The rib 318 can also play a good stopping role, confining the water collecting component 32 within the base 31, making the structure of the water collecting component 32 more stable, and preventing the water collecting component 32 from moving up and down at the connecting port 317.

[0088] In some examples of the present invention, reference is made to Figure 16 , Figure 17 and Figure 30 The raised rib 318 is elongated, and its two ends can extend to the two sides of the base 31 in the width direction. A mating groove 46 is formed on the bottom surface of the water receiving tray 4, the shape of which matches the shape of the raised rib 318. During installation, the insertion protrusion 44 of the water receiving tray 4 is inserted into the insertion groove 314 of the base 31. When the insertion protrusion 44 is in place, the raised rib 318 fits perfectly into the mating groove 46. Therefore, through the above assembly method, the operator can accurately determine whether the water receiving tray 4 is installed correctly, and the movement of the water receiving tray 4 in the left-right direction can be limited by the cooperation of the raised rib 318 and the mating groove 46. Of course, the invention is not limited to this; the raised rib 318 can also be provided on the bottom surface of the water receiving tray 4 (not shown in the figure), and the mating groove 46 can also be formed on the aforementioned top surface of the base 31 (not shown in the figure).

[0089] In some alternative embodiments, the rib 318 and the mating groove 46 are positioned adjacent to the threaded fastening structure. (See also...) Figure 16, Figure 17 and Figure 30 The rib 318, the mating groove 46, and the threaded fastening structure can be located on the same side of the length direction of the water receiving tray 4. Thus, through the double fixation of the rib 318, the mating groove 46, and the threaded fastening structure, the water receiving tray 4 can be effectively and reliably connected to the base 31, ensuring the stability of the relative position of the water receiving tray 4 and the base 31.

[0090] According to the humidification device 100 of the present invention, when installing the water tray 4, referring to the figure, the water tray 4 can be moved from right to left along the length direction of the protrusion 315 to insert the insertion protrusion 44 of the water tray 4 into the insertion groove 314 of the base 31. After the insertion protrusion 44 is installed in place, the protruding rib 318 on the top surface of the base 31 can fit perfectly into the mating groove 46 on the bottom surface of the water tray 4. At the same time, the extension 45 fits into the receiving groove 3191 of the base 31. The first mounting hole 451 of the extension 45 is opposite to the second mounting hole 3192 of the receiving groove 3191. Threaded fasteners, such as screws, can pass through the first mounting hole 451 and the second mounting hole 3192 respectively and be threadedly connected to the base 31. Thus, the installation of the water tray 4 is completed. When disassembling the water tray 4, first remove the threaded fasteners such as screws on the extension 45, then pull the extension 45 out of the receiving groove 3191, disengage the rib 318 from the mating groove 46, and finally pull the insertion protrusion 44 of the water tray 4 out of the insertion groove 314 of the base 31. At this point, the disassembly of the water tray 4 is completed.

[0091] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 27-29 As shown, the water collecting component 32 includes a water collecting component body and two frames 321, which are detachably connected. A receiving cavity for accommodating the water collecting component body is defined between the two frames 321. The tops of the two frames 321 have guide members 3211 that approach each other from top to bottom, and a communicating groove 3212 communicating with the receiving cavity is defined between the two guide members 3211. For example, in Figure 29 In the example, the connecting channel 3212 is funnel-shaped. This allows for the detachable connection of the two frames 321, facilitating the replacement and cleaning of the water collection unit. Furthermore, by providing the connecting channel 3212, the upper cross-sectional area can be larger, allowing it to collect condensate from the heat exchanger 22 over a wider area, while the lower cross-sectional area can be smaller, concentrating the condensate towards the water collection unit. Optionally, the water collection unit can be a wet film, but it is not limited to this.

[0092] In some embodiments of the present invention, combined with Figures 21-26The first fan 33 has a detachable duct connector 331 at its air outlet. This allows users to choose to install duct connectors 331 of different diameters according to their own needs, effectively improving the versatility of the first fan 33 and enhancing the user experience.

[0093] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a groove 332 is formed on one of the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331, the groove 332 having a groove opening, and a rib 3311 is provided on the other of the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331. The rib 3311 passes through the groove opening and is movably fitted into the groove 332 so that the duct connector 331 is detachably connected to the first fan 33. The first fan 33 may have a groove 332 formed thereon (e.g., Figure 25 As shown), the duct connector 331 may be provided with a sliding rib 3311 (such as...). Figure 26 (as shown in the figure); or, a groove 332 can be formed on the duct connector 331, and a sliding rib 3311 (not shown in the figure) can be provided on the first fan 33. With this configuration, the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 can be detachably connected, and the connection method is simple and easy to operate, thereby improving the assembly efficiency of the humidification device 100.

[0094] Furthermore, the sliding rib 3311 is provided at the edge of the other of the first fan 33 and the duct joint 331, and the sliding groove 332 is open on the side facing the other of the first fan 33 and the duct joint 331, with the groove opening formed at one end of the sliding groove 332. For example, in Figure 26 In the example, sliding ribs 3311 are provided on the edges of the two side walls in the width direction of the duct connector 331. A groove opening is formed at the top of the groove 332. The side of the groove 332 facing the duct connector 331 is open to allow communication between the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331. During installation, the sliding ribs 3311 on both sides of the duct connector 331 in the width direction can slide downwards into the corresponding grooves 332 to install the duct connector 331 at the air outlet of the first fan 33.

[0095] Furthermore, such as Figure 25 As shown, the side of the chute 332 facing the other of the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 is open to form a fan chute 333, ensuring that the first fan 33 can communicate with the duct connector 331, allowing humidified airflow to be blown into the room from the duct connector 331. The other of the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 includes a body 3312, the edge of which fits into the fan chute 333. A sliding rib 3311 is provided on the side of the body 3312 facing one of the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331, and the edge of the sliding rib 3311 protrudes beyond the edge of the body 3312.

[0096] For example, refer to Figure 21 , Figure 25 and Figure 26 The duct connector 331 includes a body 3312 and sliding ribs 3311 located on the side of the body 3312 facing the first fan 33. Sliding ribs 3311 are provided on both sides of the body 3312 in the width direction, and can extend away from the center of the body 3312. During installation, the sliding ribs 3311 on both sides of the body 3312 in the width direction can slide into the corresponding sliding grooves 332 from top to bottom, while the body 3312 slides into the fan groove 333 from top to bottom, thus achieving a detachable connection between the duct connector 331 and the first fan 33. Furthermore, the above installation method is simple, allowing for quick installation of the duct connector 331 onto the first fan 33. The simple structure of both the duct connector 331 and the first fan 33 facilitates their processing. In addition, since both the chute 332 and the fan chute 333 are labyrinthine, the efficiency of assembling and disassembling the humidification device 100 is high, while the sealing performance of the first fan 33 and the duct joint 331 is improved.

[0097] According to some embodiments of the present invention, a groove 3313 is formed on one of the first fan 33 and the duct joint 331, and a mating rib 334 is provided on the other of the first fan 33 and the duct joint 331. The mating rib 334 fits into the groove 3313, and the mating rib 334 and the groove 3313 are located at the opening of the slide groove. The groove 3313 may be formed on the first fan 33, and the mating rib 334 may be provided on the duct joint 331 (not shown in the figure); or, the groove 3313 may be formed on the duct joint 331 (e.g., ...). Figure 26 As shown), the rib 334 can be provided on the first fan 33 (e.g. Figure 25 (As shown). Combined Figure 25 and Figure 26 The mating rib 334 can be located on the top of the first fan 33, and the groove 3313 can be formed on the top of the duct connector 331. After installation, the top surface of the mating rib 334 abuts against the bottom surface of the groove 3313. Thus, the mating rib 334 and the groove 3313 can limit the downward movement of the duct connector 331, thereby ensuring the stability of the position of the duct connector 331. At the same time, the mating rib 334 and the groove 3313 are located at the opening of the slide groove, which facilitates the processing of the mating rib 334 and the groove 3313.

[0098] It should be noted that the sliding groove 332 and the mating rib 334 can both be provided on the first fan 33; or, the sliding groove 332 can be provided on the first fan 33, and the mating rib 334 can be provided on the duct joint 331. Similarly, the sliding rib 3311 and the groove 3313 can both be provided on the duct joint 331; or, the sliding rib 3311 can be provided on the duct joint 331, and the groove 3313 can be provided on the first fan 33.

[0099] In some alternative embodiments, the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 can be connected by a snap-fit ​​structure and / or threaded fasteners. Specifically, the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 can be connected solely by a snap-fit ​​structure (not shown in the figure); or, the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 can be connected solely by threaded fasteners (not shown in the figure); or, the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 can be connected by both a snap-fit ​​structure and threaded fasteners (e.g.,...). Figure 21 (As shown). This configuration ensures that the duct connector 331 is more reliably connected to the first fan 33, and the connection method is simple, which can further improve the assembly efficiency of the humidification device 100.

[0100] Furthermore, when the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 are connected at least by a snap-fit ​​structure, the snap-fit ​​structure includes a first snap-fit ​​member 335 and a second snap-fit ​​member 3314. The first snap-fit ​​member 335 is disposed on one of the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331, and has a locking slot 3351. The second snap-fit ​​member 3314 is disposed on the other of the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331, and cooperates with the locking slot 3351 to limit the movement of the sliding rib 3311 toward the direction of disengagement from the sliding groove 332. For example, in Figure 22 and Figure 24 In the example, the first fastener 335 can be mounted on the first fan 33, with the latch 3351 located on the side of the first fastener 335 adjacent to the duct connector 331. The second fastener 3314 can be mounted on the duct connector 331. Thus, through the engagement of the mating rib 334 and the groove 3313, as well as the engagement of the first fastener 335 and the second fastener 3314, the vertical movement of the duct connector 331 can be limited, thereby further ensuring the stability of the duct connector 331's position. It is understood that the specific positions of the first fastener 335 and the second fastener 3314 can be specifically set according to actual requirements to better meet practical applications.

[0101] Furthermore, referring to the figure, the side of the second fastener 3314 facing the first fastener 335 has a guide surface 3315, which extends obliquely in the direction toward the center of the slide groove 332 and in the direction away from the first fastener 335. Thus, the guide surface 3315 can play a guiding role during the installation of the duct connector 331, so that the duct connector 331 can be quickly assembled onto the first fan 33.

[0102] Optionally, such as Figure 21 As shown, when the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 are connected by a snap-fit ​​structure and a threaded fastener, each snap-fit ​​structure and threaded fastener is one unit. The snap-fit ​​structure and threaded fastener can be located at opposite ends of the length of the duct connector 331. This arrangement allows the duct connector 331 to be more securely fixed to the first fan 33.

[0103] Alternatively, when the first fan 33 and the duct connector 331 are connected by threaded fasteners, there are two threaded fasteners (not shown in the figure). For example, the two threaded fasteners can be located at opposite ends of the length of the duct connector 331, in which case the duct connector 331 has a symmetrical structure. Thus, while ensuring that the duct connector 331 can be reliably connected to the first fan 33, the structure of the duct connector 331 is simple and easy to process.

[0104] When the humidifier 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is installed, the duct connector 331 is combined with Figure 21 The duct connector 331 can be moved from top to bottom along the width direction of the first fan 33 to insert the sliding rib 3311 of the duct connector 331 into the sliding groove 332 of the first fan 33. At the same time, the edge of the body 3312 of the duct connector 331 fits into the fan groove 333 of the first fan 33. When the free end of the sliding rib 3311 abuts against the bottom of the sliding groove 332, the mating rib 334 of the first fan 33 can fit perfectly into the groove 3313 of the duct connector 331. The second fastener 3314 fits perfectly into the slot 3351 of the first fastener 335. Then, threaded fasteners such as screws can pass through the duct connector 331 and be threadedly connected to the first fan 33. Thus, the installation of the duct connector 331 is completed. When disassembling the duct connector 331, first remove the threaded fasteners such as screws on the duct connector 331, then disengage the second clip 3314 from the slot 3351 of the first clip 335, and finally pull the duct connector 331 from the first fan 33 from bottom to top. This completes the disassembly of the duct connector 331.

[0105] In some embodiments of the present invention, reference is made to... Figures 1-3 , Figures 18-20A duct assembly connects the first fan 33 to the base 31. The duct assembly includes a first duct component 5 and a second duct component 6, which are detachably connected. The free end of the first duct component 5 is detachably connected to the base 31, and the free end of the second duct component 6 is detachably connected to the first fan 33. For example, in... Figures 1-3 , Figures 18-20 In the example, the first air duct component 5 extends along the length of the base plate 11, and the first air duct component 5 and the base air outlet 312 are opposite to each other. The second air duct component 6 is connected to one end of the first air duct component 5 along its length. Thus, by making the first air duct component 5 and the second air duct component 6 detachably connected, compared with the first air duct component 5 and the second air duct component 6 being an integral structure, it is easier to clean the first air duct component 5, the second air duct component 6, and the interior of the base 31.

[0106] In some embodiments of the present invention, combined with Figures 1-4 The liquid generation module 2 also includes a support 21 and a second fan 23. The heat exchanger 22 is housed within the support 21, which has an air inlet 211 and an air outlet 212. The second fan 23 is connected to one of the air inlet 211 and the air outlet 212. The support 21 and the second fan 23 are located on opposite sides of the base plate 1 in the width direction. The first fan 33, along with the liquid generation module 2 and the base 31, is arranged along the length direction of the base plate 1. For example, in... Figure 1 and Figure 3 In the example, the second fan 23 is located at the air outlet 212 of the bracket.

[0107] Therefore, by setting the second fan 23, the airflow can flow in from the air inlet 211 of the bracket under the action of the second fan 23, and after heat exchange through the heat exchanger 22, it flows into the second fan 23 from the air outlet 212 of the bracket, and is finally sent out by the second fan 23. The second fan 23 can accelerate the flow speed of the airflow, thereby effectively improving the heat exchange efficiency of the heat exchanger 22, accelerating the generation of condensate, and ensuring that the humidification device 100 has a good humidification effect. Furthermore, by positioning the second fan 23 and the first fan 33 on opposite sides of the bracket 21 and the base 31, respectively, on the one hand, it ensures that the second fan 23 and the first fan 33 have ample heat dissipation space, resulting in better heat dissipation and extending their service life. This also prevents overheating from affecting the normal operation of the second fan 23 and the first fan 33. On the other hand, the bracket 21 and the base 31 provide ample installation space on both sides, making the installation and disassembly of the second fan 23 and the first fan 33 more convenient and ensuring that operators have sufficient operating space.

[0108] In a further embodiment of the present invention, reference is made to Figure 1The humidification module 3 also includes a heating device 34, which is located upstream of the water collection component 32. That is, along the airflow direction, the heating device 34 is located upstream of the water collection component 32. For example, in... Figure 1 In the example, the heating device 34 is located at the air inlet 311 of the base. Airflow, driven by the first fan 33, first flows from the air inlet 311 through the heating device 34. The heated air then flows through the water collection component 32. The moisture on the water collection component 32 absorbs heat from the air and vaporizes. The humidified air flows from the air outlet 312 into the first fan 33 and is ultimately delivered into the room by the first fan 33. Optionally, the heating device 34 can be a heater. Therefore, by setting the heating device 34, the vaporization and evaporation rate of the condensate on the water collection component 32 can be effectively increased, thereby effectively improving the humidification effect.

[0109] like Figure 9 As shown, an air conditioning system 200 according to a second aspect embodiment of the present invention includes an outdoor unit 201, an indoor unit 202, and a humidifier 100. Specifically, the outdoor unit 201 includes an outdoor heat exchanger 22, the indoor unit 202 includes an indoor heat exchanger 22, and the humidifier 100 is the humidifier 100 according to the first aspect embodiment of the present invention. The humidifier 100 is disposed on the outdoor unit 201, and the first fan 33 of the humidifier 100 is connected to the indoor unit 202 through a pipe 203. The heat exchanger 22 of the humidifier 100 can be switched to form a refrigerant circulation loop with one of the outdoor heat exchanger 22 and the indoor heat exchanger 22.

[0110] For example, heat exchanger 22 can be switched in series with both the outdoor and indoor heat exchangers via a solenoid valve. When the air conditioning system 200 operates in heating mode, heat exchanger 22 can be connected in series with the outdoor heat exchanger 22, and the outdoor and indoor heat exchangers together form a first heat exchanger 22. In heating mode, the first heat exchanger 22 has a lower temperature, and condensation is generated when air passes through it. When the air conditioning system 200 operates in cooling mode, heat exchanger 22 is connected in series with the indoor heat exchanger 22, and the indoor and outdoor heat exchangers together form a second heat exchanger 22. In cooling mode, the second heat exchanger 22 has a lower temperature, and condensation is generated when air passes through it. Thus, by switching the heat exchanger 22 of the humidification device 100 to form a refrigerant circulation loop with either the outdoor or indoor heat exchanger 22, condensation is always generated on the surface of the heat exchanger 22, thereby achieving indoor air humidification.

[0111] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioning system 200, by adopting the humidification device 100 described above, enables the air conditioning system 200 to humidify the indoor air using the condensate generated by the heat exchanger 22. It is easy to operate, has high reliability, and the heat exchanger 22 generates a large amount of condensate, resulting in a better humidification effect.

[0112] Other configurations and operations of the air conditioning system 200 according to embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0113] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0114] The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0115] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0116] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example.

[0117] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A humidifying device, characterized by, include: Base plate; A liquid generation module, the liquid generation module including a heat exchanger, the heat exchanger being arranged along the length direction of the base plate; The humidification module includes a base, a water collection component, and a first fan. The base is disposed on the base plate and located below the heat exchanger. The base is arranged along the length of the base plate. The water collection component is disposed inside the base. The base has a base air inlet and a base air outlet. The first fan is connected to the interior of the base. The condensate generated by the heat exchanger is suitable for being collected by the water collection component and sent out under the action of the first fan. The heat exchanger of the humidification device can be switched to form a refrigerant circulation loop with one of the outdoor heat exchanger of the outdoor unit and the indoor heat exchanger of the indoor unit. A duct assembly is connected between the first fan and the base. The duct assembly includes a first duct component and a second duct component. The first duct component and the second duct component are detachably connected. The free end of the first duct component is detachably connected to the base, and the free end of the second duct component is detachably connected to the first fan. The liquid generation module also includes: a support frame, the heat exchanger is disposed inside the support frame, and the support frame has an air inlet and an air outlet; The second fan is connected to one of the air inlet and air outlet of the bracket. The bracket and the second fan are located on opposite sides of the width of the base plate. The first fan, the liquid generation module, and the base are arranged along the length of the base plate.

2. The humidification device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heat exchanger is provided with a water receiving tray at the bottom, and a through first opening is formed on the water receiving tray. A protrusion is provided on the lower surface of the water receiving tray, and the protrusion is arranged around the first opening. The top of the base has a second opening opposite to the first opening, the protrusion extends into the second opening, and the water collection element is located at the second opening.

3. The humidification device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom surface of the water receiving tray is provided with a plurality of support ribs spaced apart, which are used to support the heat exchanger.

4. The humidification device according to claim 2, characterized in that, One end of the water receiving tray and the base is provided with a plug-in protrusion, and the corresponding end of the other water receiving tray and the base forms a plug-in groove, and the plug-in protrusion fits into the plug-in groove; The other end of the water receiving tray has an extension that extends downward beyond the bottom surface of the water receiving tray, and the extension is connected to the side of the base by a threaded fastening structure.

5. The humidification device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The base has a raised strip on one side in the width direction that extends along the length direction of the water receiving tray.

6. The humidification device according to claim 1, characterized in that, An opening is formed on the side of the base, and the water collection component is retractably installed inside the base through the opening.

7. The humidification device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The top surface of the base has an elongated connecting opening, the water collecting component is opposite to the connecting opening, and the condensate generated by the heat exchanger is suitable to flow to the water collecting component through the connecting opening; One end of the connecting port adjacent to the opening is connected to the opening, and the top surface of the base is provided with a rib. The rib is located at the end of the connecting port adjacent to the opening and crosses the connecting port.

8. The humidification device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water collection device includes a water collection device body and two frames, which are detachably connected. A receiving cavity for accommodating the water collection device body is defined between the two frames. The tops of the two frames have guides that approach each other from top to bottom, and a communicating groove communicating with the receiving cavity is defined between the two guides.

9. The humidification device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first fan has a detachable duct connector at its air outlet.

10. An air conditioning system, characterized in that, include: Outdoor unit, the outdoor unit including an outdoor heat exchanger; Indoor unit, the indoor unit including an indoor heat exchanger; A humidifying device, wherein the humidifying device is any one of claims 1-9, the humidifying device is installed on the outdoor unit, and the first fan of the humidifying device is connected to the indoor unit through a pipeline.

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