Air supply device and air conditioner indoor unit having the same

Abstract

The application provides an air supply device and an air conditioner indoor unit with the same, the air supply device comprises an air outlet frame, has an air supply channel and an air supply opening in communication with the air supply channel, the air outlet frame has an air outlet side wall for surrounding the air supply channel, and the air outlet side wall is provided with a mounting through hole; a containing box is movably arranged in the mounting through hole, the containing box has a working position at least partially located in the air supply channel and an initial position located outside the air supply channel and inside the air supply device, and the containing box is switched between the working position and the initial position; and the containing box is used for placing at least one of a aromatherapy component, a mosquito removal component and a humidifying component. The air supply device provided by the application solves the problems in the prior art that the containing box is separately placed outside the air conditioner, is not simple and beautiful, has the risk of being touched by children, and cannot prevent insects and often falls dust.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] With societal development and improved living standards, indoor comfort has become a major concern. To improve indoor air quality and express individual preferences, people often place scented appliances such as aromatherapy diffusers and humidifiers with fragrance functions in their rooms. Compared to adding separate electrical appliances, adding a fragrance function to an air conditioner reduces the number of appliances needed. Furthermore, due to the air conditioner's large airflow and long reach, using a fragrance diffuser with an air conditioner is more effective than with smaller appliances, resulting in more even air distribution throughout the room.

[0003] Currently, the fragrance modules in air conditioners with fragrance functions are generally installed at the air inlet or outlet, utilizing the slow-release evaporation of aromatherapy to distribute the fragrance to every corner of the room through the airflow of the air conditioner. However, it has the following disadvantages:

[0004] In some existing technologies, the aromatherapy module is always exposed to the air while the air conditioner is running, continuously blowing fragrance into the room. It cannot be used according to needs and has poor flexibility.

[0005] In some existing technologies, aromatherapy boxes are placed outside the air conditioner, which is not simple and aesthetically pleasing, and there is a risk that children may bump into them; moreover, they cannot prevent insects and often accumulate dust.

[0006] In some existing technologies, the aromatherapy box is assembled using snap-on fasteners, which requires manual prying of the fasteners. It is difficult to control the force, and the fasteners are prone to breakage, making them difficult to pry open. In addition, it is inconvenient to operate and easy to lose.

[0007] In some existing technologies, the use of complex mechanisms to launch aromatherapy structures is costly; or the structures are placed too far inside, making it inconvenient to change aromatherapy oils or achieve good ventilation.

[0008] In some existing technologies, replacing the fragrance liquid requires opening the outer shell through a lock and removing the internal components, which is very troublesome, lacks automation, and is difficult to operate.

[0009] In addition, integrating humidification and mosquito removal functions into air conditioners using a container also presents the aforementioned problems. Summary of the Invention

[0010] The main objective of this invention is to provide an air supply device and an indoor air conditioning unit having the same, in order to solve the problems of existing technology where the housing is placed separately outside the air conditioner, which is not simple and aesthetically pleasing, poses a risk of being bumped by children, and is not insect-proof and often accumulates dust.

[0011] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, an air supply device is provided, comprising an air outlet frame having an air supply channel and an air outlet communicating with the air supply channel, the air outlet frame having an air outlet sidewall for forming the air supply channel, the air outlet sidewall being provided with a mounting through hole; a receiving box movably disposed within the mounting through hole, the receiving box having a working position at least partially located within the air supply channel and an initial position located outside the air supply channel and inside the air supply device, the receiving box switching between the working position and the initial position; the receiving box being used to hold at least one of an aromatherapy component, a mosquito repellent component, and a humidifying component.

[0012] Furthermore, the air supply device also includes: a door panel, which is movably disposed to close or open the air supply outlet; the door panel is drivenly connected to the receiving box, and when the door panel is open, the door panel drives the receiving box to switch from the initial position to the working position; when the door panel is closed, the door panel drives the receiving box to switch from the working position to the initial position.

[0013] Furthermore, the door panel has a closed position for closing the air vent, a first open position for opening the air vent, and a second open position; the door panel switches between the closed position, the first open position, and the second open position, with the first open position located between the second open position and the closed position; during the opening process, when the door panel is in the first open position, the receiving box is in the initial position, and when the door panel is in the second open position, the receiving box is in the working position.

[0014] Furthermore, the air supply device also includes a first adsorption element and a second adsorption element. The first adsorption element is connected to the receiving box, and the second adsorption element is disposed on the door panel. When the door panel is in the closed position, the first adsorption element and the second adsorption element are separated. When the door panel is in the second open position, the first adsorption element and the second adsorption element are adsorbed and connected. When the door panel moves from the closed position to the first open position, the first adsorption element and the second adsorption element are adsorbed and connected. When the door panel moves from the first open position toward the closed position, the first adsorption element and the second adsorption element are separated.

[0015] Furthermore, the first adsorption element is one of the metal block and the magnet, and the second adsorption element is the other of the metal block and the magnet.

[0016] Furthermore, a connector is provided on the receiving box, and a first adsorption member is disposed on the connector; the connector has a connecting part, which is located between the receiving box and the first adsorption member, and the connecting part is movably connected to the air outlet frame.

[0017] Furthermore, the air outlet frame has a connecting shaft, and the connecting part is sleeved on the connecting shaft and rotatably disposed relative to the connecting shaft.

[0018] Furthermore, when the container is in its initial position, the outer wall of the container is flush with the inner wall of the air outlet sidewall.

[0019] Furthermore, the receiving box is provided with a limiting protrusion; the mounting through hole is a stepped hole, and when the receiving box is in the initial position, the limiting protrusion abuts against the step of the stepped hole.

[0020] Furthermore, the container has a receiving cavity for placing at least one of the aromatherapy component, mosquito repellent component, and humidifier component; the container is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet, both of which are connected to the receiving cavity; the container is provided with a limiting protrusion, and when the container is in the working position, the air inlet is located between the limiting protrusion and the air outlet sidewall.

[0021] Furthermore, the air supply device includes at least one of an aromatherapy component, a mosquito repellent component, and a humidifying component for placement in the container.

[0022] Furthermore, there are multiple receiving boxes, which are arranged at intervals along the vertical direction on the air outlet frame.

[0023] According to another aspect of the present invention, an indoor unit of an air conditioner is provided, including an air supply device, wherein the air supply device is the air supply device described above.

[0024] The air supply device of the present invention includes an air outlet frame, which has an air supply channel and an air outlet communicating with the air supply channel. When the air supply device is working, air is discharged from the air supply channel of the air outlet frame to the air outlet, and then discharged from the air outlet into the user's room. The air outlet frame has an air outlet sidewall for forming the air supply channel, and an installation through hole is provided on the air outlet sidewall. The air outlet frame also has a receiving box, which is movably inserted into the installation through hole. The receiving box has a working position at least partially located within the air supply channel and an initial position located outside the air supply channel and inside the air supply device. The receiving box switches between the working position and the initial position. When the receiving box is in the working position, the air from the air supply device comes into contact with the receiving box through the air supply channel. The receiving box is used to hold aromatherapy components and mosquito repellents. At least one of the components and humidifying components, the substance in the container is incorporated into the airflow and discharged with the airflow to the air outlet, and then discharged into the user's room from the air outlet; when the container is in the initial position, the container is installed in the mounting hole in the air outlet side wall, located outside the air supply channel and inside the air supply device. This setting avoids the container being constantly exposed to the air, which would continuously blow fragrance into the room and prevent it from being turned on and off as needed. It also solves the problem of the container being placed outside the air conditioner, which is not neat and beautiful and is easily bumped by children, and effectively utilizes the space of the air conditioner; moreover, when the container is not in use, it will not be exposed to the air, which is beneficial for preventing insects and dust accumulation, and will not be impacted during transportation, causing damage or detachment. Attached Figure Description

[0025] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0026] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an embodiment of an indoor unit of an air conditioner according to the present invention is shown;

[0027] Figure 2 An exploded view of the indoor unit of an air conditioner according to the present invention is shown;

[0028] Figure 3 An exploded view of the housing of the air supply device according to the present invention is shown;

[0029] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the door panel of the air supply device according to the present invention in the first open position is shown;

[0030] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the door panel of the air supply device according to the present invention in a second open position is shown;

[0031] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the air supply device according to the present invention with the door panel in the closed position is shown;

[0032] Figure 7 An isometric view of the door panel of the air supply device according to the present invention is shown;

[0033] Figure 8 An exploded view of the door panel of the air supply device according to the present invention is shown;

[0034] Figure 9 A schematic diagram of the air outlet frame according to the present invention is shown;

[0035] Figure 10 A partially enlarged view of the door panel of the air supply device according to the present invention in the first open position is shown;

[0036] Figure 11 A partially enlarged view of the door panel of the air supply device according to the present invention in the second open position is shown;

[0037] Figure 12 A partially enlarged view of the door panel of the air supply device according to the present invention in the closed position is shown.

[0038] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0039] 10. Air outlet frame; 11. Air supply channel; 12. Air outlet; 13. Air outlet side wall; 14. Mounting through hole; 15. Connecting shaft; 20. Receiving box; 21. Connecting piece; 22. Connecting part; 23. Limiting protrusion; 24. Receiving cavity; 25. Air inlet hole; 26. Air outlet hole; 30. Door panel; 40. First adsorption component; 50. Second adsorption component; 60. Decorative panel. Detailed Implementation

[0040] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0041] It should be noted that the following detailed descriptions are illustrative and intended to provide further explanation of this application. Unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0042] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0043] This invention provides an air supply device, please refer to... Figures 1 to 12 The device includes an air outlet frame 10, which has an air supply channel 11 and an air outlet 12 connected to the air supply channel 11. The air outlet frame 10 has an air outlet sidewall 13 for forming the air supply channel 11, and the air outlet sidewall 13 is provided with a mounting through hole 14. The device includes a receiving box 20, which is movably inserted into the mounting through hole 14. The receiving box 20 has a working position that is at least partially located inside the air supply channel 11 and an initial position that is located outside the air supply channel 11 and inside the air supply device. The receiving box 20 can switch between the working position and the initial position. The receiving box 20 is used to hold at least one of an aromatherapy component, a mosquito repellent component, and a humidifier component.

[0044] The air supply device of the present invention includes an air outlet frame 10, which has an air supply channel 11 and an air outlet 12 communicating with the air supply channel 11. When the air supply device is working, air is discharged from the air supply channel 11 of the air outlet frame 10 to the air outlet 12, and then discharged from the air outlet 12 into the user's room. The air outlet frame 10 has an air outlet sidewall 13 for forming the air supply channel 11, and an installation through hole 14 is provided on the air outlet sidewall 13. The air outlet frame 10 also has a receiving box 20, which is movably inserted into the installation through hole 14. The receiving box 20 has a working position at least partially located within the air supply channel 11 and an initial position located outside the air supply channel 11 and inside the air supply device. The receiving box 20 switches between the working position and the initial position. When the receiving box 20 is in the working position, the air from the air supply device comes into contact with the receiving box 20 through the air supply channel 11. The container 20 is used to hold at least one of the aromatherapy components, mosquito repellent components, and humidifier components. The substance inside the container 20 is incorporated into the airflow and discharged with the airflow to the air outlet 12, and then discharged into the user's room from the air outlet 12. When the container 20 is in its initial position, it is installed in the mounting hole of the air outlet side wall 13, located outside the air supply channel 11 and inside the air supply device. This arrangement avoids the container 20 being constantly exposed to the air, which would cause it to continuously blow fragrance into the room and prevent it from being turned on and off as needed. It also solves the problem of the container 20 being placed outside the air conditioner, which is not neat and aesthetically pleasing and is easily bumped by children. It effectively utilizes the space of the air conditioner. Moreover, when the container 20 is not needed, it will not be exposed to the air, which is beneficial for preventing insects and dust accumulation. It will also not be impacted during transportation, which could cause it to break or fall out.

[0045] Furthermore, when the container 20 is in the working position, it is easy to replace the aromatherapy component, mosquito repellent component, and humidification component inside.

[0046] In this embodiment, as Figure 2 As shown, the air supply device also includes: a door panel 30, which is movably disposed to close or open the air supply port 12; the door panel 30 is connected to the receiving box 20 in a transmission manner; when the door panel 30 is open, the door panel 30 drives the receiving box 20 to switch from the initial position to the working position; when the door panel 30 is closed, the door panel 30 drives the receiving box 20 to switch from the working position to the initial position.

[0047] In practical implementation, the movable setting of the door panel 30 is not only used to close and open the air outlet 12, but also to drive the container box 20 to switch between the working position and the initial position. This setting is convenient and simple; only a small change needs to be made to the program to add the function of switching the position of the container box 20. There is no need to add an additional motor or motion mechanism to drive the container box 20 to switch between the working position and the initial position, which reduces costs and has a high degree of automation. In addition, this method of switching the position of the container box 20 solves the problems of the existing technology that uses buckles to assemble the aromatherapy box, which requires manual removal of the buckles, is difficult to control, is prone to buckle breakage, is difficult to pry open, and is inconvenient to operate and easy to lose. The user experience is better, adding aromatherapy essential oils is more convenient, and the operation is intuitive and easy to use.

[0048] In this embodiment, as Figures 4 to 6 As shown, the door panel 30 has a closed position for closing the air outlet 12, a first open position for opening the air outlet 12, and a second open position; the door panel 30 switches between the closed position, the first open position, and the second open position, with the first open position located between the second open position and the closed position; during the opening process, when the door panel 30 is in the first open position, the receiving box 20 is in the initial position, and when the door panel 30 is in the second open position, the receiving box 20 is in the working position.

[0049] In practice, the door panel 30 can switch its position by moving. When the door panel 30 is in the first open position and the second open position, the air outlet 12 opens and air enters the user's room. When the door panel 30 is in the second open position, it drives the container box 20 into the working position, and the material in the container box 20 enters the air and is transported to the user's room. However, when the door panel 30 is in the first open position, the container box 20 is in the initial position, and the air supply device only delivers air that does not contain the material in the container box 20. When the door panel 30 is in the closed position, the air outlet 12 closes and the container box 20 is in the initial position. This setting ensures that the container box 20 is not exposed to the air, which is beneficial for insect prevention and prevents dust from accumulating.

[0050] Specifically, the first open position is between the second open position and the closed position. For example... Figure 4 As shown, door panel 30 is in the first open position; as Figure 5 As shown, door panel 30 is in the second open position; Figure 6 As shown, door panel 30 is in the closed position.

[0051] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 and Figure 7As shown, the air supply device also includes a first adsorption element 40 and a second adsorption element 50. The first adsorption element 40 is connected to the receiving box 20, and the second adsorption element 50 is disposed on the door panel 30. When the door panel 30 is in the closed position, the first adsorption element 40 and the second adsorption element 50 are separated. When the door panel 30 is in the second open position, the first adsorption element 40 and the second adsorption element 50 are adsorbed and connected. When the door panel 30 moves from the closed position to the first open position, the first adsorption element 40 and the second adsorption element 50 are adsorbed and connected. When the door panel 30 moves from the first open position toward the closed position, the first adsorption element 40 and the second adsorption element 50 are separated.

[0052] In practice, the door panel 30 rotates during position switching, causing the second suction member 50 to move synchronously with it. When the door panel 30 reaches the first open position, the second suction member 50 adheres to the first suction member 40. When the door panel 30 moves from the first open position to the second open position, the second suction member 50 pushes the first suction member 40, thereby pushing the receiving box 20 from its initial position to its working position. The second suction member 50 continues to adhere to the first suction member 40 as the door panel moves from the second open position to the first open position, thus attracting the receiving box 20 to its initial position. When the door panel 30 moves from the first open position towards the closed position, the first suction member 40 separates from the second suction member 50, the receiving box 20 remains in its initial position, and the door panel 30 continues to move until the air vent is closed. This setup allows the receiving box 20 to switch positions using only simple suction and the pushing action of the door panel 30, without requiring an additional motor or drive device.

[0053] In this embodiment, the first adsorption element 40 is one of the metal block and the magnet, and the second adsorption element 50 is the other of the metal block and the magnet.

[0054] In practice, only one of the first adsorption component 40 and the second adsorption component 50 needs to be a magnet and the other a metal block. This arrangement saves magnets and avoids unnecessary consumption.

[0055] Specifically, such as Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the door panel 30 is provided with an assembly structure for assembling with the second adsorption component 50. Both ends of the second adsorption component 50 also have portions that fit into the assembly structure, engaging within it and ultimately fixing it to the door panel 30. This design is simple and highly efficient.

[0056] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 As shown, a connector 21 is provided on the receiving box 20, and a first adsorption member 40 is provided on the connector 21; the connector 21 has a connecting part 22, which is located between the receiving box 20 and the first adsorption member 40, and the connecting part 22 is movably connected to the air outlet frame 10.

[0057] In practical implementation, by setting the connector 21 and the connecting part 22, the first suction member 40 is connected to the receiving box 20, so that the door panel 30 can drive the receiving box 20 to switch positions through the second suction member 50. Since the connecting part 22 is movably connected to the air outlet frame 10, the movement of the receiving box 20 is restricted, and the receiving box 20 will not move to other positions, but only switch between the initial position and the working position. In addition, this setting makes the receiving box 20 reliably assembled, not easy to fall out, and avoids being impacted during transportation.

[0058] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the connector 21 is strip-shaped, with one end connected to the receiving box 20 and the other end having an assembly hole for assembling with the first adsorption member 40. The middle part is set as a connecting part and is movably connected to the air outlet frame 10.

[0059] In this embodiment, the air outlet frame 10 has a connecting shaft 15, and the connecting part 22 is sleeved on the connecting shaft 15 and rotatably disposed relative to the connecting shaft 15.

[0060] In practice, the connecting part 22 drives the receiving box 20 to rotate around the connecting shaft 15 so that the receiving box 20 switches between the initial position and the working position.

[0061] Specifically, the connecting part 22 is an unclosed cylindrical structure, such as... Figure 3 As shown, it is fitted onto the connecting shaft 15. This configuration is simple to assemble and highly efficient.

[0062] In this embodiment, when the container 20 is in the initial position, the outer side wall of the container 20 is flush with the inner side wall of the air outlet side wall 13.

[0063] In practice, this design allows the housing 20 to be completely embedded in the air outlet side wall 13, preventing it from being exposed to the outside air, thus helping to prevent insects and making it less prone to dust accumulation; and the flush design of the two side walls increases the aesthetic appeal of the air supply device.

[0064] In this embodiment, the receiving box 20 is provided with a limiting protrusion 23; the mounting through hole 14 is a stepped hole, and when the receiving box 20 is in the initial position, the limiting protrusion 23 abuts against the step of the stepped hole. It should be noted that the mounting through hole 14 is a stepped hole along its extension direction (i.e., its axial direction); and the mounting through hole 14 extends along the thickness direction of the air outlet sidewall 13, that is, the mounting through hole 14 is a stepped hole along the thickness direction of the air outlet sidewall 13.

[0065] In practice, the setting of the limiting protrusion 23 prevents the receiving box 20 from continuing to rotate after reaching the initial position, thus affecting the normal operation of the air supply device; and the limiting protrusion 23 abuts against the step of the stepped hole. During the closing process of the door panel 30, the force of the limiting protrusion 23 abuts against the step causes the first adsorption member 40 and the second adsorption member 50 to separate, thereby allowing the door panel 30 to move to the closed position.

[0066] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 As shown, the container 20 has a receiving cavity 24 for holding at least one of the aromatherapy component, mosquito repellent component, and humidifier component; the container 20 is provided with an air inlet 25 and an air outlet 26, both of which are connected to the receiving cavity 24; the container 20 is provided with a limiting protrusion 23, and when the container 20 is in the working position, the air inlet 25 is located between the limiting protrusion 23 and the air outlet sidewall 13.

[0067] In practice, air enters the receiving cavity 24 through the air inlet 25 and is then discharged through the air outlet 26, thereby enabling the material inside the receiving cavity 24 to enter the air. Furthermore, the setting of the limiting protrusion 23 can also introduce air into the air inlet 25 when the receiving box 20 is in working state, which can make the dissipation effect better.

[0068] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the container 20 is a square box. The air inlet 25 and the air outlet 26 are strip-shaped holes evenly distributed on the surface of the container 20. The air inlet 25 is located on one side wall of the container 20 where the limiting protrusion 23 is provided, so that the limiting protrusion 23 can introduce air into the air inlet 25. The air outlet 26 is located on one side wall of the container 20 adjacent to the side wall where the air inlet 25 is located. The side wall where the air outlet 26 is located is opposite to the side wall where the connector 21 is located. The side wall where the air inlet 25 is located and the side wall where the air outlet 26 is located are set at a preset angle, which is greater than 0 degrees and less than 180 degrees.

[0069] In this embodiment, the air supply device includes at least one of an aromatherapy component, a mosquito repellent component, and a humidifying component for placement in the housing 20.

[0070] In practice, the aromatherapy component is used to emit fragrance, the mosquito repellent component is used to repel mosquitoes, and the humidifier component is used to humidify the air.

[0071] Optionally, the aromatherapy component is aromatherapy cotton, the mosquito repellent component is mosquito repellent, and the humidification component is an ultrasonic vibrating plate.

[0072] In this embodiment, there are multiple receiving boxes 20, which are arranged at intervals along the vertical direction on the air outlet frame 10.

[0073] In practice, multiple containers 20 can change the amount of material contained in the containers 20 in different wind directions. The more containers 20 there are, the richer the amount of material contained. Different components can be placed in different containers 20 to achieve different functions.

[0074] Optionally, a receiving box 20 can be installed on the upper and lower sides of the air outlet frame 10. The two receiving boxes 20 can contain two different scented aromatherapy components, and the upward and downward airflow can be controlled to achieve different scents. When the upper aromatherapy scent is desired, the door panel 30 is moved to the right, opening the aromatherapy component, and the airflow is simultaneously controlled to sweep upwards, meaning the air mainly blows onto the upper aromatherapy structure to achieve the upper scent. To achieve the lower aromatherapy scent, the airflow is controlled to sweep downwards. The receiving boxes 20 can also be combined to achieve different scents or other better effects.

[0075] This invention also provides an indoor unit for an air conditioner, please refer to... Figure 1 and Figure 2 The indoor unit of the air conditioner includes an air supply device, which is the air supply device in the above embodiment.

[0076] Specifically, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes a decorative panel 60, which is an external structure serving both decorative and protective purposes. The door panel 30 moves between the air outlet frame 10 and the decorative panel 60. When the indoor unit of the air conditioner is turned off, the door panel 30 moves to the position indicated by… Figure 6 The position shown; when the indoor unit of the air conditioner is turned on, the door panel 30 moves to the position indicated. Figure 4 As shown, the door panel 30 is essentially hidden within the decorative panel 60; when the receiving box 20 is in the working position, the door panel 30 moves to... Figure 5 As shown, the door panel 30 is completely hidden within the decorative panel 60 and is not visible from the outside.

[0077] The present invention achieves the following beneficial effects:

[0078] This invention conceals the receiving box 20 within the air outlet frame 10, and when closed, it fits snugly against the inner wall of the air outlet frame 10. This effectively utilizes the space inside the indoor unit of the air conditioner, resulting in a simple and aesthetically pleasing appearance. Furthermore, because it is installed within the air outlet frame 10, it will not be damaged or detached during transportation. When not in use, the receiving box 20 is inside the air outlet frame 10, providing better insect protection compared to an exposed receiving box 20, and reducing the impact of external dust and water mist. This invention controls the opening and closing of the receiving box 20 by controlling the movement of the door panel 30. Adding this function requires only a minor program modification, eliminating the need for additional motors or motion mechanisms, resulting in a high degree of automation. Compared to currently available receiving boxes that require manual latching and pulling, this invention offers a better user experience, making it more convenient, intuitive, and easier to add aromatherapy oils or other substances. Placing the receiving box 20 at the air outlet 12 provides better ventilation than placing it on the top or bottom, and the receiving box 20 also has a certain air guiding effect, improving the dispersion of air. Furthermore, the structure of the receiving box 20 facilitates mold design and injection molding, and its assembly with the connecting part 22 and the connecting shaft 15 is simple and efficient. The structure of the door panel 30 for assembling the second adsorption component 50 is also simple and efficient. This air supply device has high production efficiency, simple assembly, convenient after-sales service, low cost, and its functions can be expanded, resulting in good overall performance.

[0079] As can be seen from the above description, the embodiments of the present invention achieve the following technical effects:

[0080] The air supply device of the present invention includes an air outlet frame 10, which has an air supply channel 11 and an air outlet 12 communicating with the air supply channel 11. When the air supply device is working, air is discharged from the air supply channel 11 of the air outlet frame 10 to the air outlet 12, and then discharged from the air outlet 12 into the user's room. The air outlet frame 10 has an air outlet sidewall 13 for forming the air supply channel 11, and an installation through hole 14 is provided on the air outlet sidewall 13. The air outlet frame 10 also has a receiving box 20, which is movably inserted into the installation through hole 14. The receiving box 20 has a working position at least partially located within the air supply channel 11 and an initial position located outside the air supply channel 11 and inside the air supply device. The receiving box 20 switches between the working position and the initial position. When the receiving box 20 is in the working position, the air from the air supply device comes into contact with the receiving box 20 through the air supply channel 11. The container 20 is used to hold at least one of the aromatherapy components, mosquito repellent components, and humidifier components. The substance inside the container 20 is incorporated into the airflow and discharged with the airflow to the air outlet 12, and then discharged into the user's room from the air outlet 12. When the container 20 is in its initial position, it is installed in the mounting hole of the air outlet side wall 13, located outside the air supply channel 11 and inside the air supply device. This arrangement avoids the container 20 being constantly exposed to the air, which would cause it to continuously blow fragrance into the room and prevent it from being turned on and off as needed. It also solves the problem of the container 20 being placed outside the air conditioner, which is not neat and aesthetically pleasing and is easily bumped by children. It effectively utilizes the space of the air conditioner. Moreover, when the container 20 is not needed, it will not be exposed to the air, which is beneficial for preventing insects and dust accumulation. It will also not be impacted during transportation, which could cause it to break or fall out.

[0081] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented, for example, in orders other than those illustrated or described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0082] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0083] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An air supply device, characterized in that, include: The air outlet frame (10) has an air supply channel (11) and an air outlet (12) connected to the air supply channel (11). The air outlet frame (10) has an air outlet sidewall (13) for forming the air supply channel (11), and the air outlet sidewall (13) is provided with an installation through hole (14). The receiving box (20) is movably inserted into the mounting through hole (14), the receiving box (20) having a working position at least partially located within the air supply channel (11) and an initial position located outside the air supply channel (11) and inside the air supply device, the receiving box (20) switching between the working position and the initial position; The container (20) is used to hold at least one of the aromatherapy component, mosquito repellent component, and humidifier component; The air supply device further includes: a door panel (30), which is movably disposed to close or open the air supply port (12); the door panel (30) is connected to the receiving box (20) in a transmission manner; when the door panel (30) is open, the door panel (30) drives the receiving box (20) to switch from the initial position to the working position; when the door panel (30) is closed, the door panel (30) drives the receiving box (20) to switch from the working position to the initial position.

2. The air supply device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The door panel (30) has a closed position for closing the air outlet (12), a first open position for opening the air outlet (12), and a second open position; the door panel (30) switches between the closed position, the first open position, and the second open position, with the first open position located between the second open position and the closed position; during the opening process, when the door panel (30) is in the first open position, the receiving box (20) is in the initial position, and when the door panel (30) is in the second open position, the receiving box (20) is in the working position.

3. The air supply device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air supply device further includes a first adsorption element (40) and a second adsorption element (50). The first adsorption element (40) is connected to the receiving box (20), and the second adsorption element (50) is disposed on the door panel (30). When the door panel (30) is in the closed position, the first adsorption element (40) and the second adsorption element (50) are separated. When the door panel (30) is in the second open position, the first adsorption element (40) and the second adsorption element (50) are adsorbed and connected. When the door panel (30) moves from the closed position to the first open position, the first adsorption element (40) and the second adsorption element (50) are adsorbed and connected. When the door panel (30) moves from the first open position toward the closed position, the first adsorption element (40) and the second adsorption element (50) are separated.

4. The air supply device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first adsorption element (40) is one of the metal block and the magnet, and the second adsorption element (50) is the other of the metal block and the magnet.

5. The air supply device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The container (20) is provided with a connector (21), and the first adsorption member (40) is disposed on the connector (21); the connector (21) has a connecting part (22), the connecting part (22) is located between the container (20) and the first adsorption member (40), and the connecting part (22) is movably connected to the air outlet frame (10).

6. The air supply device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The air outlet frame (10) has a connecting shaft (15), and the connecting part (22) is sleeved on the connecting shaft (15) and rotatably disposed relative to the connecting shaft (15).

7. The air supply device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, When the container (20) is in the initial position, the outer side wall of the container (20) is flush with the inner side wall of the air outlet side wall (13).

8. The air supply device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The receiving box (20) is provided with a limiting protrusion (23); the mounting through hole (14) is a stepped hole, and when the receiving box (20) is in the initial position, the limiting protrusion (23) abuts against the step of the stepped hole.

9. The air supply device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The container (20) has a cavity (24) for placing at least one of the aromatherapy component, the mosquito repellent component, and the humidifying component; the container (20) is provided with an air inlet (25) and an air outlet (26), both of which are connected to the cavity (24); The receiving box (20) is provided with a limiting protrusion (23). When the receiving box (20) is in the working position, the air inlet (25) is located between the limiting protrusion (23) and the air outlet sidewall (13).

10. The air supply device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The air supply device includes at least one of the aromatherapy component, the mosquito repellent component, and the humidifying component for placement in the container (20).

11. The air supply device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, There are multiple containers (20), and the multiple containers (20) are arranged at intervals along the vertical direction on the air outlet frame (10).

12. An indoor unit of an air conditioner, comprising an air supply device, characterized in that, The air supply device is the air supply device according to any one of claims 1 to 11.

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