Panel assembly and air conditioner

Abstract

The application discloses a panel assembly and an air conditioner. The panel assembly comprises a panel, a pressing piece and a display box. The panel is provided with a matching hole. The pressing piece is arranged on the inner side of the panel. The pressing piece comprises a plate body and a key arranged on the plate body. The key extends into the matching hole. The display box is arranged on the back of the panel and opposite to the pressing piece. The plate body is provided with a flow guide part. The flow guide part is arranged around the key and is configured to guide the flow out of the display box. The panel assembly according to the embodiment of the application is provided with a flow guide structure around the key.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to a panel assembly and an air conditioner having the panel assembly. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, some portable air conditioner display modules typically use hard plastic buttons, such as tactile switch buttons. These buttons have a poor tactile feel, and when assembled into the display module, in order to prevent the plastic buttons from getting stuck, the plastic buttons are usually fitted with a gap between them and the display box of the display module. This results in poor sealing of the display module, making it easy for water and dust to get into the display module. Summary of the Invention

[0003] One object of the present invention is to provide a panel assembly with a flow guiding structure disposed around the buttons.

[0004] Another object of the present invention is to provide an air conditioner having the panel assembly.

[0005] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a panel assembly includes a panel, a pressing member, and a display box. The panel has a mating hole. The pressing member is disposed on the inner side of the panel and includes a plate body and a button disposed on the plate body. The button extends into the mating hole. The display box is disposed on the back side of the panel and opposite to the pressing member. The plate body has a drainage portion, which is disposed around the button and configured to drain water out of the display box.

[0006] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a flow guiding structure is provided around the buttons in the panel assembly.

[0007] In addition, the panel assembly according to the above embodiments of the present invention may also have the following additional technical features:

[0008] In some embodiments, the drainage portion is disposed on the surface of the plate facing the panel, and the drainage portion includes a first drainage groove and a second drainage groove, the first drainage groove surrounding the button; the second drainage groove communicates with the first drainage groove and extends to penetrate the edge of the plate.

[0009] In some embodiments, the surface portion of the plate is hollowed out to form the first drainage groove and the second drainage groove.

[0010] In some embodiments, the plate body is bonded to the inner surface of the panel.

[0011] In some embodiments, the panel is provided with one or more mating holes, the buttons correspond one-to-one with the mating holes, and each button is surrounded by the drainage portion.

[0012] In some embodiments, the pressing element is integrally formed into a flexible plate shape.

[0013] In some embodiments, the surface of the display box facing the panel has a receiving groove, and the pressing member is embedded in the receiving groove.

[0014] In some embodiments, one of the plate and the display box is provided with a positioning post and the other is provided with a positioning hole, and the positioning post is embedded in the positioning hole.

[0015] In some embodiments, the display box has a display area, and the panel is thinned at a position directly opposite the display area to form a thinned area.

[0016] In some embodiments, the panel is provided with a limiting rib, which abuts against the side of the display box.

[0017] In some embodiments, the plate body includes a first plate portion, a second plate portion, and a connecting portion, wherein the first plate portion, the connecting portion, and the second plate portion are sequentially connected in the length direction of the plate body, and the display box is provided with a first recess, a second recess, and a communicating groove, wherein the first recess, the communicating groove, and the second recess are sequentially connected in the length direction of the display box, the first plate portion is embedded in the first recess, the second plate portion is embedded in the second recess, and the connecting portion is embedded in the communicating groove.

[0018] In some embodiments, the buttons are provided on both the first plate and the second plate. The display area includes a digital display area and a light-up area. The light-up area and the buttons are opposite each other in the width direction of the plate body. The digital display area is located between the first recess and the second recess in the length direction of the plate body.

[0019] In some embodiments, the two ends of the display box along its length are fixedly connected to the panel, and the display box and the panel cooperate to clamp and fix the pressing member.

[0020] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a body and a panel assembly, the panel assembly being disposed on the body, and the panel assembly being the panel assembly described above. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a front view of a panel component according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of a panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of a portion of region A in the middle circle.

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a pressing member of a panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a display box for a panel assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Reference numerals: panel assembly 100, panel 11, mating hole 101, first rib 111, second rib 112, support rib 113, pressing part 12, plate 121, button 122, drainage part 123, first drainage groove 1231, second drainage groove 1232, positioning hole 102, first plate part 1211, second plate part 1212, connecting part 1213, display box 13, receiving groove 103, positioning post 104, bayonet 105, positioning rib 131, connecting piece 132, first recess 1031, second recess 1032, connecting groove 1033, digital display area 133, lighting area 134. Detailed Implementation

[0029] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0030] Combination Figures 1 to 7 According to an embodiment of the present invention, a panel assembly 100 includes a panel 11, a pressing member 12, and a display box 13. The panel 11 provides the exterior appearance of the device, and the pressing member 12 is disposed on the panel 11. A button 122 on the pressing member 12 is used to activate a corresponding functional component in the display box 13. The panel assembly 100 of the present invention can be used in devices such as air conditioners, refrigerators, microwave ovens, and rice cookers, and is particularly suitable for air conditioners.

[0031] Specifically, the panel 11 has a mating hole 101, and a pressing member 12 is located inside the panel 11. The pressing member 12 includes a plate body 121 and a button 122 on the plate body 121, with the button 122 extending into the mating hole 101. The display box 13 is located on the back of the panel 11 and opposite to the pressing member 12. The corresponding functional component of the display box 13 can be selected by pressing the button 122. The plate body 121 has a drainage section 123, which is located around the button 122 and configured to drain water out of the display box 13. In other words, the drainage section 123 drains water that enters the inside of the panel 11, thereby preventing water from damaging the display box 13 and effectively improving the stability of the display box 13, thus preventing damage to the display box 13 due to water ingress.

[0032] According to the panel assembly 100 of the present invention, the flow guiding structure provided around the button 122 can guide the flow, especially the fluid entering between the pressing member 12 and the panel 11. Since the flow guiding part 123 guides the fluid to the outside of the display box 13, it can prevent the fluid from entering the display box 13 and damaging the electronic components inside the display box 13, effectively improving the stability and safety of the operation of the display box 13 and increasing the service life of the display box 13.

[0033] In addition, the isolation provided by the plate 121 can further prevent water between the plate 121 and the panel 11 from entering the interior of the display box 13, effectively improving the safety and stability of the operation of the display box 13.

[0034] For example, in a device having the panel assembly 100, when there is a large amount of splashed water or adhering water on the outside of the panel assembly 100, some water may be blown in and enter the inside of the panel 11 through the gap between the button 122 and the inner peripheral surface of the mating hole 101, affecting the stable operation of the display box 13. Therefore, in this invention, by providing a drainage part 123, the water entering the inside of the panel assembly 100 is drained away quickly, so as to avoid affecting the stability of the operation of the display box 13.

[0035] In addition, the panel assembly 100 can be applied to air conditioners. In particular, when air is vented through the panel assembly 100, it is easy to form a hot and cold airflow in and around the panel assembly 100. The hot and cold airflow will cause water vapor in the hot air to condense, thus producing condensate. Similarly, the drainage part 123 in this invention can drain the condensate to a position away from the display box 13 to avoid damage to the display box 13.

[0036] Optionally, button 122 can extend out of mating hole 101 to facilitate pressing button 122. Furthermore, the surface of button 122 extending out of mating hole 101 can be set as an arc-shaped surface, for example, the periphery of the end face of button 122 is flush with the periphery of mating hole 101, while the middle position of the cross-section of button 122 protrudes.

[0037] The drainage structure in this invention can take many different forms. For example, a sufficiently large gap can be provided between the plate 121 and the panel 11. Specifically, when there is a small gap between the plate 121 and the panel 11, water entering between them will be retained due to adsorption, increasing the risk of water entering the inner side of the panel 11 and damaging the display box 13. Therefore, in this invention, the pressing member 12 can be spaced apart from the panel 11 to form a drainage structure, reducing water retention between the plate 121 and the panel 11 due to adsorption by increasing the gap. However, since the water flow path is not guided, the flow direction of water between the pressing member 12 and the panel 11 is uncontrolled, which can easily lead to other problems affecting the stability of the device. Of course, the drainage part 123 in this invention can also be configured in other forms. For example, the following provides a structure for the drainage part 123 that enables directional drainage of water.

[0038] Combination Figures 1 to 7 In some embodiments of the present invention, the drainage portion 123 is disposed on the surface of the plate 121 facing the panel 11. The drainage portion 123 is formed by providing a groove on the surface of the plate 121. Specifically, the drainage portion 123 is disposed on the surface of the plate 121 facing the panel 11, and the drainage portion 123 includes a first drainage groove 1231 and a second drainage groove 1232. The first drainage groove 1231 surrounds the button 122. The second drainage groove 1232 communicates with the first drainage groove 1231 and extends through to the edge of the plate 121.

[0039] Some of the water entering between the panel 11 and the display box 13 enters through the gap between the inner circumferential surface of the button 122 and the mating hole 101. Therefore, the area around the button 122 can be given special protection to facilitate the rapid collection and drainage of the water entering between the panel 11 and the display box 13. Specifically, a first drainage groove 1231 is provided around the button 122 in this invention. Water entering the inner side of the panel 11 through the mating hole 101 will be collected in the first drainage groove 1231, and then the water in the first drainage groove 1231 will be guided towards a predetermined position through the drainage effect of the second drainage groove 1232. This achieves directional drainage of the water entering the inner side of the panel 11, improves the water drainage effect, and thus improves the safety and stability of the panel assembly 100.

[0040] Optionally, a portion of the surface of the plate 121 is hollowed out to form a first drainage groove 1231 and a second drainage groove 1232. Both the first drainage groove 1231 and the second drainage groove 1232 are located on the surface of the plate 121 facing the panel 11. Therefore, by hollowing out the surface, drainage grooves can be easily formed on the plate 121, and the material used to form the pressing member 12 can be saved, resulting in energy conservation and environmental protection. Furthermore, it allows for convenient collection and diversion of water entering between the panel 11 and the display box 13, reducing the time water remains between the panel 11 and the display box 13, thereby significantly reducing the risk of damage to the display box 13.

[0041] In addition, by hollowing out the area around the button 122 to form the first drainage groove 1231, and by thinning the part of the plate 121 that is connected to the button 122, the button 122 is made easier to deform, which effectively facilitates the use of the button 122.

[0042] In other words, a first groove and a second groove are provided on the surface of the plate 121, and the second groove is connected to the first groove. The button 122 is provided on the bottom wall of the first groove. Since the first groove is provided on the plate 121, the bottom wall of the first groove is thinner and easier to deform. By setting the button 122 on the bottom wall of the first groove, when the button 122 is pressed by external force, the bottom wall of the first groove can be quickly driven to deform, thereby pressing the button 122 better. Moreover, the bottom wall of the first groove will also provide a certain restoring force to the button 122, thereby improving the stability and tactile feel of the button 122.

[0043] The first groove portion forms the first drainage groove 1231 between the inner peripheral surface of the first groove portion and the outer peripheral surface of the button 122, while the second groove portion forms the second drainage groove 1232.

[0044] Furthermore, the plate 121 is attached to the inner surface of the panel 11. Since the plate 121 is provided with the first drainage groove 1231 and the second drainage groove 1232, a channel for drainage is formed between the plate 121 and the panel 11. Since the plate 121 is attached to the inner surface of the panel 11, the opening edges of the first drainage groove 1231 and the second drainage groove 1232 can be sealed with the panel 11. This creates a sealing structure between the surface of the plate 121 and the inner surface of the panel 11, sealing the gap between the plate 121 and the panel 11. This also seals any gaps that may exist around the first drainage channel 1231. As a result, water entering the first drainage channel 1231 can be more easily diverted away through the second drainage channel 1232, preventing water from re-entering the space between the panel 11 and the plate 121, thus effectively improving the water diversion effect.

[0045] Optionally, depending on the device using the panel assembly 100 and the variety of its functions, the number of buttons 122 can be changed to facilitate better control of the device. Specifically, the panel 11 has one or more mating holes 101, with each button 122 corresponding to a mating hole 101, and each button 122 is surrounded by a drainage part 123. This can meet the operating requirements of different products and users, making the device with the panel assembly 100 easier to control and improving the stability and convenience of the panel assembly 100.

[0046] In addition, a drainage section 123 is provided around each button 122. This includes setting a drainage section 123 separately around each button 122. That is, the drainage section 123 corresponds one-to-one with the button 122. Of course, the drainage section 123 can also be set in other forms. For example, a common drainage section 123 can be set. That is, the same drainage section 123 can be set around multiple buttons 122. This can be set so that the water from multiple buttons 122 is collected and then drained as a whole.

[0047] Optionally, the pressing element 12 is integrally formed into a flexible plate shape. By setting the flexible pressing element 12, the sealing performance between the plate 121 and the panel 11 can be effectively improved, thereby further facilitating the drainage of the drainage part 123. In addition, the flexible plate 121 can facilitate the pressing of the button 122. Moreover, during the pressing process, the flexible plate 121 will provide a more suitable feedback force and reset force, thereby facilitating the reset of the button 122 and improving the pressing experience of the button 122.

[0048] In addition, the pressing part 12 can be configured in a split form. For example, the plate 121 can be configured as a flexible plate, while the button 122 can be configured as a separate part from the main body. The button 122 can be configured as flexible, or the button 122 can be configured as a high protrusion. The button 122 and the plate 121 can be molded separately and then assembled together, or the button 122 can be molded and then the plate 121 and the button 122 can be injection molded as a single piece.

[0049] Combination Figures 1 to 7 In some embodiments of the present invention, the surface of the display box 13 facing the panel 11 has a receiving groove 103, and the pressing member 12 is embedded in the receiving groove 103. By providing the receiving groove 103, the stability of the fit between the pressing member 12 and the display box 13 can be improved, making it easier to install the pressing member 12 in the corresponding position on the display box 13, thus facilitating installation.

[0050] Specifically, during use, the most important function of the pressing part 12 is to select the corresponding control mode through the button 122. Therefore, the fit between the display box 13 and the pressing part 12 needs to be relatively precise. Therefore, by setting the receiving groove 103, the fit precision between the pressing part 12 and the display box 13 can be effectively improved, thereby facilitating the convenient and quick selection of the corresponding function.

[0051] Optionally, one of the panel 121 and the display box 13 is provided with a positioning post 104, and the other of the panel 121 and the display box 13 is provided with a positioning hole 102, with the positioning post 104 embedded in the positioning hole 102. This can further improve the fitting accuracy between the pressing member 12 and the display box 13. Moreover, through the cooperation of the positioning post 104 and the positioning hole 102, not only can the pre-positioning of the panel 121 and the display box 13 be completed, but also the displacement of the pressing member 12 relative to the display box 13 can be avoided, thereby effectively improving the stability of the panel assembly 100.

[0052] For example, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, in conjunction with the aforementioned embodiments, the display box 13 is provided with a receiving groove 103, and a positioning post 104 is provided on the inner bottom surface of the receiving groove 103. The plate 121 is provided with a positioning hole 102. During the installation process, the pressing member 12 is installed into the receiving groove 103, and the positioning post 104 is embedded into the positioning hole 102, thereby completing the pre-positioning of the pressing member 12. Moreover, it can also effectively improve the stability of the cooperation between the plate 121 and the display box 13.

[0053] Optionally, the display box 13 has a display area, and the panel 11 is thinned at the position directly opposite the display area to form a thinning area. That is, the content of the display area of ​​the display box 13 is displayed through the thinning area. By hiding the display box 13 inside the panel 11, not only can the number of through holes in the panel 11 be reduced, thereby reducing the possibility of external water and other impurities entering the inside of the panel 11, thus effectively protecting the display box 13, but it can also make the panel assembly 100 more aesthetically pleasing. In addition, if the display area is damaged from the outside of the panel 11, the panel 11 can be replaced instead of replacing the entire panel assembly 100.

[0054] Furthermore, by setting a thinning area, the light emitted from the display box 13 can pass through more easily, thus facilitating the formation of the content to be displayed on the panel 11. Correspondingly, the display area of ​​the display box 13 can protrude relative to other positions on the display box 13, allowing the display area to be closer to the thinning area and improving the display effect. Specifically, a groove structure can be constructed on the inner side of the panel 11 to form the thinning area. In this way, the protruding display area on the display box 13 can extend into this groove, thereby reducing the distance between the display area and the surface of the panel 11 and improving the display effect.

[0055] Optionally, the panel 11 is provided with a limiting rib, which abuts against the side of the display box 13. By providing the limiting rib, the display box 13 can be easily and stably installed on the panel 11, thereby improving the strength of the fit between the display box 13 and the panel 11.

[0056] Optionally, the limiting ribs include a first rib 111 and a second rib 112, both of which are disposed on the panel 11. The display box 13 is disposed between the first rib 111 and the second rib 112, with the opposite sides of the display box 13 abutting against the first rib 111 and the second rib 112 along its width direction. At least one of the first rib 111 and the second rib 112 has a gap with the display box 13, and the drainage portion 123 is configured to drain water towards the at least one rib.

[0057] Specifically, the first rib 111 and the second rib 112 are positioned differently on the panel 11. The panel 11 in this invention can be configured to tilt downwards. In terms of the horizontal plane, the first rib 111 can be configured to be lower than the second rib 112. Therefore, the aforementioned drainage section 123 can be configured to drain water toward the first rib 111. For example, the aforementioned second drainage groove 1232 can be configured to penetrate the lower edge of the plate 121. That is, one end of the second drainage groove 1232 adjacent to the first rib 111 penetrates the plate 121. At this time, a gap can be provided between the display box and the first rib 111. In this way, after drainage is carried out by the drainage section 123, water will be discharged through the gap between the display box and the first rib 111.

[0058] The gap can be formed by setting a support rib 113 on the first rib 111. For example, multiple support ribs 113 are set on the first rib 111 at intervals along the length direction of the first rib 111 (refer to the left and right direction in the figure). One side of the display box 13 abuts against the support rib 113, thereby facilitating the formation of a gap between the display box 13 and the lower support rib 113.

[0059] Additionally, a positioning rib 131 can be provided on one side of the display box 13. The positioning rib 131 is inserted and positioned on the first rib 111. A slot 105 can be formed on the side of the supporting rib 113 facing the second rib 112, and the positioning rib 131 can be secured in the slot 105. Specifically, one end of the display box 13 can be engaged with the slot 105, and the other end of the display box 13 can be pressed and embedded into the inside of the second rib 112. Therefore, to facilitate the embedding of the other end of the display box 13 into the inside of the second rib 112, the second rib 112 can be set as an arc shape that gradually slopes away from the back of the panel 11 and away from the first rib 111, thereby facilitating the installation of the display box 13 and avoiding the problem of insufficient space during installation.

[0060] Multiple reinforcing ribs can also be connected between the second rib 112 and the inner side of the panel 11.

[0061] Optionally, both ends of the display box 13 along its length (refer to the left-right direction in the attached figure) are fixedly connected to the panel 11, and the display box 13 and the panel 11 cooperate to clamp and fix the pressing member 12. This allows the display box 13 to be stably installed on the panel 11, and through the cooperation between the display box 13 and the panel 11, the pressing member 12 is stably installed. The tightening method provides a certain pressure to the pressing member 12, effectively improving the sealing performance between the pressing member 12 and the panel 11.

[0062] For example, connecting pieces 132 are provided at both ends of the display box 13 along the length direction. A first connecting hole can be provided on the connecting piece 132 and a second connecting hole is provided on the panel 11. The first connecting hole and the second connecting hole can be assembled together by a fastener.

[0063] Specifically, in conjunction with the aforementioned embodiments, during the installation of the display box 13, as described above, the pressing member 12 is first pre-positioned into the receiving groove 103. Then, the positioning rib 131 at one end of the display box 13 is first inserted and positioned at the slot 105 of the support rib 113. Then, the other end of the display box 13 is rotated to the inside of the second rib 112. At this time, the connecting pieces 132 at both ends of the display box 13 along the length direction will correspond to the structure on the panel 11, and the first connecting hole and the second connecting hole will be opposite each other. At this time, the display box 13 is locked to the panel 11 by screws and other fasteners, thus completing the installation of the display box 13.

[0064] This installation method allows for convenient and quick installation of the display box 13 onto the panel 11.

[0065] In some embodiments of the present invention, the plate body 121 includes a first plate portion 1211, a second plate portion 1212, and a connecting portion 1213. The first plate portion 1211, the connecting portion 1213, and the second plate portion 1212 are connected sequentially in the length direction of the plate body 121 (refer to the left-right direction in the drawings). The display box 13 is provided with a first recess 1031, a second recess 1032, and a connecting groove 1033. In other words, in conjunction with the foregoing embodiments, the receiving groove 103 includes a first recess 1031, a second recess 1032, and a connecting groove 1033. The first recess 1031, the connecting groove 1033, and the second recess 1032 are connected sequentially in the length direction of the display box 13. The first plate portion 1211 is embedded in the first recess 1031, the second plate portion 1212 is embedded in the second recess 1032, and the connecting portion 1213 is embedded in the connecting groove 1033. Thus, by cooperating with the receiving groove 103, the pressing part 12 can be stably installed, and the stability of the pressing part 12 in cooperation with the display box 13 can be improved.

[0066] Optionally, the connecting portion 1213 can be connected to the edge of the plate 121 along the width direction (refer to the front and back direction in the figure) in the width direction of the plate 121, and the connecting groove 1033 is also connected to the edge of the display box 13 along the width direction (refer to the front and back direction in the figure). The plate 121 is constructed into a generally U-shaped structure, and the first recess 1031, the second recess 1032 and the connecting groove 1033 also form a generally U-shaped groove. The plate 121 is embedded in the display box 13. In this way, the position of the plate 121 is uniquely determined, thereby facilitating the installation of the pressing member 12.

[0067] Optionally, both the first plate portion 1211 and the second plate portion 1212 are provided with buttons 122. The display area includes a digital display area 133 and a light-up area 134. The light-up area 134 and the buttons 122 are opposite each other in the width direction (refer to the front-back direction in the attached figure) of the plate body 121. The digital display area 133 is located between the first recess 1031 and the second recess 1032 in the length direction of the plate body 121. The pressing behavior of the buttons 122 can be displayed through the light-up area 134. According to the pressing of the buttons 122, the information is displayed through the light-up area 134 and the digital display area 133, which makes it easy for the user to intuitively understand the pressing status and facilitates control.

[0068] An air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a body and a panel assembly 100, the panel assembly 100 being disposed on the body, and the panel assembly 100 being the aforementioned panel assembly 100. The air conditioner of the present invention can be a wall-mounted air conditioner, a floor-standing air conditioner, a portable air conditioner, a window air conditioner, etc.

[0069] According to the air conditioner of the present invention, since the aforementioned panel assembly 100 is provided, the flow guiding structure provided around the button 122 can guide the flow, especially the fluid entering between the pressing member 12 and the panel 11. Since the flow guiding part 123 guides the fluid to the outside of the display box 13, it can prevent the fluid from entering the display box 13 and damaging the electronic components inside the display box 13, effectively improving the stability and safety of the operation of the display box 13 and increasing the service life of the display box 13.

[0070] In addition, the panel assembly 100 of the present invention is particularly suitable for portable air conditioners.

[0071] Specifically, the portable air conditioner has an open-top air duct structure inside its body. A panel 11 is located on the top of the body, and an air outlet is formed on the panel 11 that is directly opposite the air duct structure. Airflow can be sent out through the air outlet. The panel 11 is set to be inclined downward in the direction from back to front. The mating hole 101, button 122, etc. are located on the front or back side of the air outlet. The aforementioned air guide 123 will be constructed in a downward inclined air guide form. That is to say, the second air guide groove 1232 extends to the lower edge of the plate 121.

[0072] In addition, the air outlet provided on the panel 11 of the present invention is surrounded by a flange, which can extend toward the back of the panel 11, and multiple hooks are arranged at intervals along the flange. These hooks can effectively improve the stability of the panel assembly 100 in conjunction with the body.

[0073] Hiding / displaying solution using silicone buttons.

[0074] The display solution of this invention comprises a panel, a display box, and a pressing component (silicone structural button). The panel is thinned at the corresponding display positions to form a hidden display solution. The pressing component controls the display box, and the indicator lights on the display box display the image through the panel. Icons are silkscreened on the outer surface of the panel at the corresponding light hole positions. Because mechanical buttons have poor sealing in hidden display solutions without labels, the display panel is prone to moisture in humid weather or under special circumstances such as rain exposure. The silicone button solution offers better sealing and waterproofing. Furthermore, grooves are cut into the pressing component to guide water. When water flows in through the gap between the pressing component and the panel, the grooves guide the water away, preventing water from seeping into the display box and damaging the display panel.

[0075] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "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. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0076] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A panel assembly (100), characterized in that, include: Panel (11), wherein a mating hole (101) is provided on the panel (11). Pressing member (12), the pressing member (12) is located on the inner side of the panel (11), the pressing member (12) includes a plate (121) and a button (122) provided on the plate (121), the button (122) extends into the mating hole (101); Display box (13), the display box (13) is located on the back of the panel (11) and opposite to the pressing member (12), The plate (121) is provided with a drainage part (123), which is located around the button (122) and configured to drain water to the outside of the display box (13); The panel (11) is provided with a limiting rib, which abuts against the side of the display box (13). The limiting rib includes a first rib (111) and a second rib (112). The first rib (111) and the second rib (112) are both provided on the panel (11). The display box (13) is located between the first rib (111) and the second rib (112). The two sides of the display box (13) along the width direction abut against the first rib (111) and the second rib (112) respectively. At least one of the first rib (111) and the second rib (112) has a gap with the display box (13). The drainage part (123) is configured to drain towards the at least one rib. A plurality of support ribs (113) are provided on the first rib (111) at intervals along the length direction of the first rib (111). One side of the display box (13) abuts against the support ribs (113). A positioning rib (131) is provided on one side of the display box (13). A slot (105) is formed on the side of the support rib (113) facing the second rib (112). The positioning rib (131) is locked in the slot (105).

2. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drainage portion (123) is disposed on the surface of the plate (121) facing the panel (11), and the drainage portion (123) includes: A first drainage channel (1231) surrounds the button (122); The second drainage channel (1232) is connected to the first drainage channel (1231) and extends to the edge of the plate (121).

3. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 2, characterized in that, The surface portion of the plate (121) is hollowed out to form the first drainage groove (1231) and the second drainage groove (1232).

4. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plate (121) is attached to the inner surface of the panel (11).

5. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The panel (11) is provided with one or more mating holes (101), the buttons (122) correspond one-to-one with the mating holes (101), and each button (122) is provided with a drainage part (123) around it.

6. The panel assembly (100) according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The pressing element (12) is a flexible plate integrally formed.

7. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface of the display box (13) facing the panel (11) has a receiving groove (103), and the pressing member (12) is embedded in the receiving groove (103).

8. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, One of the plate (121) and the display box (13) is provided with a positioning post and the other is provided with a positioning hole, and the positioning post is embedded in the positioning hole.

9. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The display box (13) has a display area, and the panel (11) is thinned at the position directly opposite the display area to form a thinning area.

10. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 9, characterized in that, The plate (121) includes a first plate portion, a second plate portion, and a connecting portion. The first plate portion, the connecting portion, and the second plate portion are connected sequentially along the length of the plate (121). The display box (13) is provided with a first recess, a second recess, and a connecting groove. The first recess, the connecting groove (1033), and the second recess are connected sequentially along the length of the display box (13). The first plate portion is embedded in the first recess, the second plate portion is embedded in the second recess, and the connecting portion is embedded in the connecting groove. The first plate and the second plate are both provided with the button (122). The display area includes a digital display area and a light-up area. The light-up area (134) and the button (122) are opposite each other in the width direction of the plate (121). The digital display area is located between the first recess and the second recess in the length direction of the plate (121).

11. The panel assembly (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that, The two ends of the display box (13) along its length are fixedly connected to the panel (11), and the display box (13) and the panel (11) cooperate to clamp and fix the pressing member (12).

12. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: Organism; A panel assembly (100) is disposed on the body, and the panel assembly (100) is the panel assembly (100) according to any one of claims 1-11.

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