Liquid separation device and air conditioner

By using a liquid-distributing rotor assembly with a spiral channel design in the air conditioning system, the problem of uneven refrigerant distribution is solved, achieving uniform refrigerant flow distribution and noise elimination, and simplifying the manufacturing process.

CN114963626BActive Publication Date: 2025-10-24GREE ELECTRIC APPLIANCE INC OF ZHUHAI
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Application Number
CN202210711497.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2022-06-22
Publication Date
2025-10-24
Estimated Expiration
2042-06-22

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Technical Problem

The uneven distribution of refrigerant in existing air conditioning systems leads to increased manufacturing difficulty and pressure loss of refrigerant as it flows through complex elastic and sealing structures.

Method used

The liquid separator rotor assembly, which adopts a spiral channel design, rotates under the action of pressure difference to balance the flow rate of refrigerant into each liquid separator chamber.

Benefits of technology

It achieves uniform distribution of refrigerant flow, reduces pressure loss, and eliminates whistling noise caused by uneven mixing of vapor and liquid two-phase flow. The structure is simple and easy to install.

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Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of liquid separation, and discloses a liquid separation device and an air conditioner. The liquid separation device comprises a liquid separation head assembly, a liquid separation rotor assembly and an end cover. The liquid separation rotor assembly is located in the liquid separation head assembly, and the end cover is arranged on the liquid separation rotor assembly. The liquid separation head assembly has a plurality of liquid separation cavities. The surface of the liquid separation rotor assembly is provided with a plurality of spiral channels. The spiral channels are communicated with the liquid separation cavities. Under the action of the spiral channels, the liquid separation rotor assembly can rotate in the liquid separation head assembly. When liquid enters the liquid separation head assembly from the bottom of the liquid separation head assembly, if the liquid flowing through each part of the surface of the liquid separation rotor assembly is uneven and the pressure is uneven, the liquid will generate a tangential thrust on the inner wall of the spiral channel, so that the liquid separation rotor assembly rotates in the liquid separation head assembly. In the process of rotation, the liquid in the liquid separation rotor assembly will be supplemented to the liquid separation cavities with insufficient liquid through the plurality of spiral channels, so as to balance the pressure in each liquid separation cavity.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of liquid separation, and in particular to a liquid separation device and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] Air conditioners are essential appliances in our daily lives. They regulate and control parameters like indoor air temperature and humidity, meeting people's diverse environmental needs. In existing household air conditioning systems, a liquid distributor distributes refrigerant flow across various circuits. However, due to the inertia of the refrigerant flow and uneven pressure distribution, uneven refrigerant flow distribution to each circuit can occur.

[0003] Related technologies rely on complex elastic structures and multi-level sealing structures to solve the problem of uneven refrigerant distribution. However, the complex elastic structure and multi-level sealing structure increase the difficulty of the manufacturing process, and this complex structure is bound to increase the pressure loss of the refrigerant flowing through. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides a liquid separation device and an air conditioner, wherein the spiral channel is provided so that the liquid separation rotor assembly rotates under the action of the pressure difference, thereby balancing the flow of the refrigerant flowing into each liquid separation cavity.

[0005] In order to solve the above problems, according to one aspect of the present application, an embodiment of the present invention provides a liquid separation device, which includes a liquid separation head assembly, a liquid separation rotor assembly, and an end cover. The liquid separation rotor assembly is located in the liquid separation head assembly, and the end cover is provided on the liquid separation rotor assembly.

[0006] The liquid separation head assembly has multiple liquid separation cavities, and the surface of the liquid separation rotor assembly is provided with multiple spiral channels, which are connected to the liquid separation cavities. Under the action of the spiral channels, the liquid separation rotor assembly can rotate in the liquid separation head assembly.

[0007] In some embodiments, the liquid separation head assembly includes a liquid inlet hole and a liquid separation head body, the liquid inlet hole is connected to the liquid separation head body, and the liquid inlet hole is communicated with the spiral channel, and the liquid separation cavity is opened in the side wall of the liquid separation head body.

[0008] In some embodiments, the liquid separation head body is a frustum structure, the end with a smaller diameter of which is connected to the liquid inlet hole, the liquid separation cavity is opened in the side wall of the frustum structure, the upper end of which extends to the upper surface of the frustum structure, and the lower end extends to the liquid inlet hole.

[0009] In some embodiments, the liquid separation cavity is a stepped through hole, and the axial centerline of the stepped through hole is parallel to the generatrix of the frustum structure.

[0010] In some embodiments, the liquid inlet through hole is a stepped hole.

[0011] In some embodiments, the liquid distribution head assembly further comprises a matching cavity formed in the interior of the liquid distribution head body, and the liquid distribution rotor assembly is located in the matching cavity.

[0012] In some embodiments, the number of the liquid distribution cavities is the same as the number of the spiral channels.

[0013] In some embodiments, the liquid distribution rotor assembly comprises a first body and a second body which are integrally formed, the first body is a columnar structure, the second body is a circular truncated cone structure, the end of the circular truncated cone structure with a larger diameter is connected with the columnar structure, and the spiral channel is formed on the outer surface of the second body and extends to the outer surface of the first body.

[0014] In some embodiments, the liquid distribution rotor assembly further comprises a plurality of communication grooves, the communication grooves are formed on the surface of the first body, and the communication grooves are connected with the spiral channels one by one.

[0015] In some embodiments, a central through hole is formed in the interior of the liquid distribution rotor assembly, one end of the central through hole is communicated with the liquid inlet through hole, and the other end of the central through hole is communicated with the spiral channel through the communication groove.

[0016] In some embodiments, the top surface and the side surface of the first body are connected through a circular arc.

[0017] In some embodiments, the lower surface of the end cover is provided with a guide groove, and the guide groove is clamped on the top of the liquid distribution rotor assembly.

[0018] In some embodiments, the top of the liquid distribution head assembly has a matching groove, and the end cover is clamped in the matching groove.

[0019] In some embodiments, the liquid distribution device further comprises a sealing assembly, and the sealing assembly is located between the end cover and the liquid distribution head assembly.

[0020] According to one aspect of the present application, the embodiments of the present application provide an air conditioner, which comprises the above-mentioned liquid distribution device.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the liquid distribution device has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0022] The liquid needs to enter the distributor head assembly from the bottom of the distributor head assembly, and then be distributed through the plurality of distribution cavities. The traditional technology either cannot guarantee the uniformity of the liquid flowing into each distribution cavity or has too complex structure, so that the pressure loss of the liquid flowing through is increased. When the liquid enters the distributor head assembly from the bottom of the distributor head assembly, the distributor head assembly is provided with a distribution rotor assembly, and a plurality of spiral channels are formed in the surface of the distribution rotor assembly. When the liquid flowing through each part of the surface of the distribution rotor assembly is uneven and the pressure is uneven, the liquid will generate a tangential thrust on the inner wall of the spiral channel, so that the distribution rotor assembly rotates in the distributor head assembly. In the process of rotation, the liquid in the distribution rotor assembly will be supplemented to the distribution cavities with insufficient liquid through the plurality of spiral channels, so as to balance the pressure in each distribution cavity. At the same time, the rotation of the distribution rotor assembly will drive the gas-liquid two-phase liquid in the cavity of the distributor head assembly to be fully mixed, so as to eliminate the howling noise caused by uneven mixing of the gas-liquid two-phase flow.

[0023] In addition, the structure of the present application is simple. When installing, the distribution rotor assembly is placed in the distributor head assembly, and then the end cover is covered. The present application solves the problem of uneven liquid flow in each distribution cavity with a simple and ingenious structure, and is easy to popularize.

[0024] On the other hand, the air conditioner provided by the present application is designed based on the above-mentioned liquid distribution device. Its beneficial effects are described above. Here, it is not necessary to repeat.

[0025] The above description is only a summary of the technical scheme of the present application. In order to more clearly understand the technical means of the present application and can be implemented according to the content of the specification, the following will be described in detail with the preferred embodiments of the present application and with the help of the drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0026] Figure 1 is an exploded view of the liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0027] Figure 2 is a partial cross-sectional view of the liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0028] Figure 3 is a structural schematic view of the liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0029] Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of the liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0030] Figure 5 is a front view of the liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0031] Figure 6 is a top view of the liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment of the present application;

[0032] Figure 7 is a front view of a liquid distribution head assembly in a liquid distribution device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0033] Figure 8 is a cross-sectional view of a liquid distribution head assembly in a liquid distribution device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0034] Figure 9 is a top view of a liquid distribution head assembly in a liquid distribution device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0035] Figure 10 is a front view of a liquid distribution rotor assembly in a liquid distribution device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0036] Figure 11 is a cross-sectional view of a liquid distribution rotor assembly in a liquid distribution device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0037] Figure 12 is a top view of a liquid distribution rotor assembly in a liquid distribution device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0038] Figure 13 is a top view of an end cap in a liquid distribution device according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0039] Figure 14 is a cross-sectional view of an end cap in a liquid distribution device according to an embodiment of the present application.

[0040] wherein:

[0041] 1, liquid distribution head assembly; 2, liquid distribution rotor assembly; 3, end cap; 4, sealing assembly; 5, bolt; 11, liquid distribution cavity; 12, liquid inlet through hole; 13, liquid distribution head body; 14, matching cavity; 15, matching groove; 16, threaded hole; 21, spiral channel; 22, first body; 23, second body; 24, communication groove; 25, center through hole; 26, circular arc; 31, guide groove. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] To further clarify the technical means and effects taken by the present application to achieve the predetermined purposes, the specific embodiments, structures, features and effects according to the present application are described in detail below in combination with the drawings and preferred embodiments. In the following description, different "an embodiment" or "embodiments" do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. In addition, the specific features, structures, or characteristics in one or more embodiments can be combined in any suitable form.

[0043] In the description of the present invention, it should be clarified that the terms "first", "second", etc. in the specification and claims of the present invention and the above-mentioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects, and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence; the terms "vertical", "transverse", "longitudinal", "front", "back", "left", "right", "up", "down", "horizontal", etc. indicating directions or positional relationships are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention, and do not mean that the devices or elements referred to must have a specific direction or position, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present invention.

[0044] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood broadly. For example, they may refer to fixed, detachable, or integral connections; mechanical or electrical connections; and direct or indirect connections through an intermediary. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0045] Example 1

[0046] This embodiment provides a liquid separation device, such as Figures 1-6 As shown, the liquid separating device includes a liquid separating head assembly 1, a liquid separating rotor assembly 2 and an end cover 3. The liquid separating rotor assembly 2 is located in the liquid separating head assembly 1, and the end cover 3 is covered on the liquid separating rotor assembly 2; the liquid separating head assembly 1 has a plurality of liquid separating cavities 11, and a plurality of spiral channels 21 are opened on the surface of the liquid separating rotor assembly 2. The spiral channels 21 are connected to the liquid separating cavities 11. Under the action of the spiral channels 21, the liquid separating rotor assembly 2 can rotate in the liquid separating head assembly 1.

[0047] Specifically, in this embodiment, the liquid-separating rotor assembly 2 is located inside the liquid-separating head assembly 1, and there is also a cavity inside the liquid-separating rotor assembly 2. After the liquid flows in from the bottom of the liquid-separating head assembly 1, part of the liquid will enter the cavity of the liquid-separating rotor assembly 2, and the other part of the liquid will flow in the gap between the liquid-separating head assembly 1 and the liquid-separating rotor assembly 2.

[0048] The liquid needs to enter the liquid separation head assembly 1 from the bottom of the liquid separation head assembly 1, and then be separated through multiple liquid separation chambers 11. Traditional technology either cannot guarantee the uniformity of the liquid flowing into each liquid separation chamber, or the structure is too complicated, which increases the pressure loss of the liquid.

[0049] When the liquid enters the liquid distribution head assembly 1 from the bottom, the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is arranged in the liquid distribution head assembly 1, and the surface of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is provided with a plurality of spiral channels 21. When the liquid in the gap between the liquid distribution head assembly 1 and the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 flows through the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 and the liquid is unevenly distributed on the surface of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2, the liquid will generate a tangential thrust on the inner wall of the spiral channel 21, so that the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 rotates in the liquid distribution head assembly 1. In the process of rotation, the spiral channel 21 is in communication with the inside of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2, so that the liquid in the cavity of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is supplemented to the liquid distribution cavity 11 with insufficient liquid through the plurality of spiral channels 21, so as to balance the pressure in each liquid distribution cavity. At the same time, the rotation of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 can drive the gas-liquid two-phase liquid in the cavity of the liquid distribution head assembly 1 to mix fully, so as to eliminate the howling noise caused by uneven mixing of the gas-liquid two-phase flow.

[0050] In the embodiment, when the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is arranged in the liquid distribution head assembly 1, the top end of the liquid distribution head assembly 1 is higher than the top end of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2. The part protruding from the top end is used to place the end cover 3. The end cover 3 can seal the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 and the liquid distribution head assembly 1, so as to prevent the liquid from flowing out of the end of the two.

[0051] In addition, when installing, the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is arranged in the liquid distribution head assembly 1, and then the end cover 3 is covered. The installation process is also relatively simple.

[0052] In specific embodiments, as shown in Figure 1 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 , the liquid distribution head assembly 1 comprises a liquid inlet through hole 12 and a liquid distribution head body 13. The liquid inlet through hole 12 is connected with the liquid distribution head body 13, and the liquid inlet through hole 12 is in communication with the spiral channel 21. The liquid distribution cavity 11 is arranged in the side wall of the liquid distribution head body 13.

[0053] Specifically, the liquid distribution head assembly 1 is a copper or steel casting. The liquid inlet through hole 12 is located below the liquid distribution head body 13. The liquid distribution head body 13 is a hollow structure, and the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is arranged in the cavity of the liquid distribution head body 13. The liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 also has a cavity. The liquid inlet through hole 12 is in communication with the cavity of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2, and the liquid inlet through hole 12 is in communication with each liquid distribution cavity 11.

[0054] In the embodiment, the flow process of the liquid is as follows: the liquid entering the liquid inlet through hole 12, part of the liquid enters the cavity of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 for distribution, and the other part of the liquid flows between the gap between the liquid distribution head assembly 1 and the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2. During the flow process, the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is pushed to rotate by the spiral channel 21. During the rotation process, the liquid in the cavity of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is supplemented to the corresponding liquid distribution cavity 11 through the spiral channel 21.

[0055] In specific embodiments: the liquid distribution head body 13 is a circular truncated cone structure, the smaller diameter end of which is in communication with the liquid inlet through hole 12, and the liquid distribution cavity 11 is arranged in the side wall of the circular truncated cone structure, the upper end of which extends to the upper surface of the circular truncated cone structure, and the lower end of which extends to the liquid inlet through hole 12.

[0056] In some embodiments, the liquid inlet through hole 12 and the liquid distribution head body 13 are integrally formed, and the liquid distribution head body 13 can also be a cylindrical structure.

[0057] In specific embodiments: as shown in Figure 4 , the liquid distribution cavity 11 is a stepped through hole, and the axis of the stepped through hole is parallel to the generatrix of the circular truncated cone structure; the liquid distribution cavity 11 is a stepped through hole, which includes a third hole at the lower end and a fourth hole at the upper end, and the third hole has a larger radius, which is used as an output pipe fitting end to communicate with other cavities requiring liquid.

[0058] In specific embodiments: as shown in Figure 4 , the liquid inlet through hole 12 is a stepped hole; the liquid distribution cavity 11 is a stepped hole, which includes a first hole at the lower end and a second hole at the upper end, and the second hole has a larger radius, which is used to connect with external pipelines or cavities, so that the liquid can flow smoothly into the liquid inlet through hole 12.

[0059] In specific embodiments: as shown in Figure 1 and Figure 8 , the liquid distribution head assembly 1 further comprises a fitting cavity 14 arranged inside the liquid distribution head body 13, and the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is located in the fitting cavity 14.

[0060] In addition, the number of liquid distribution cavities 11 is the same as the number of spiral channels 21, which is used to distribute the liquid in the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 to the corresponding liquid distribution cavities 11 through the spiral channels 21.

[0061] In addition, the liquid distribution head assembly 1 has a fitting groove 15 at the top, and the end cover 3 is clamped in the fitting groove 15, which plays a sealing role for each cavity in the liquid distribution device.

[0062] Specifically, the liquid distribution head assembly 1 provided in the embodiment mainly comprises a liquid distribution cavity 11, a liquid inlet through hole 12, and a matching cavity 14. In addition, in order to match the end cover 3 and the sealing assembly 4, the liquid distribution head assembly 1 further comprises a matching groove 15 and a threaded hole 16. The liquid distribution cavity 11 is a stepped through hole, which serves as an outlet pipe matching port and a liquid outlet passage of the liquid distribution head, and is in communication with other cavities of the liquid distribution head assembly 1. The matching cavity 14 is located at the center of the liquid distribution head assembly 1 and is in communication with the liquid distribution cavity 11 and the liquid inlet through hole 12, respectively. The shape of the matching cavity 14 matches the shape of the outer shape of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2. The matching groove 15 is located at the opening position of the matching cavity 14 and mainly serves as a matching groove of the end cover 3 and the sealing assembly 4. The liquid inlet through hole 12 is a stepped hole, which serves as a liquid inlet passage and is in communication with other cavities of the liquid distribution head assembly. The threaded hole 16 is used to fix the end cover 3 and the sealing assembly 4, so as to seal the internal cavities of the liquid distribution head assembly 1.

[0063] In specific embodiments, as shown in Figure 1 、 Figure 10 、 Figure 11 and Figure 12 , the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 comprises an integrally formed first body 22 and a second body 23. The first body 22 is a columnar structure, and the second body 23 is a circular truncated cone structure. The circular truncated cone structure is connected to the columnar structure at the end with a larger diameter. The spiral passage 21 is formed on the outer surface of the second body 23 and extends to the outer surface of the first body 22.

[0064] That is, the upper part of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is a columnar structure, and the lower part is a circular truncated cone structure. The diameter of the lower part gradually decreases, which is more conducive to the rotation of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2.

[0065] In specific embodiments, the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 further comprises a plurality of communication grooves 24. The communication grooves 24 are formed on the surface of the first body 22 and are connected to the spiral passages 21 one by one. A central through hole 25 is formed in the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2. One end of the central through hole 25 is in communication with the liquid inlet through hole 12, and the other end is in communication with the spiral passage 21 through the communication groove 24. In addition, the central through hole 25 is also connected to the liquid inlet through hole 12. In this way, the central through hole 25 and the liquid inlet through hole 12 are in communication and serve as the main refrigerant passage of the liquid distribution device, which is used to supplement the refrigerant of the refrigerant sub-passage composed of the liquid distribution cavities 11. Specifically, under the rotation of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2, the refrigerant in the central through hole 25 flows into the spiral passage 21 through the communication groove 24. Since the spiral passage 21 is in communication with the liquid distribution cavities 11, the refrigerant in the spiral passage 21 can be distributed into the corresponding liquid distribution cavities 11.

[0066] In addition, the setting of the central through hole 25 reduces the overall weight of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2, thereby reducing the rotational inertia.

[0067] The liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 provided by the embodiment is a core structure for realizing uniform liquid distribution of the liquid distribution head, has a cylindrical shape, a bottom in a circular table structure, and a material consistent with the liquid distribution head assembly 1. The main structure of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 includes a spiral channel 21, a communication groove 24, and a central through hole 25. The spiral channels 21 are uniformly distributed on the circular table part of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 and can extend to the columnar part or not, and the number of the spiral channels 21 is consistent with the number of the liquid distribution cavities 11. The spiral channels 21 mainly function to distribute the refrigerant entering the liquid distribution head assembly 1 into each of the liquid distribution cavities 11, to generate a tangential pushing action on the inner wall of the spiral channel 21 in the case of uneven refrigerant flow and uneven pressure distribution, thereby enabling the liquid distribution rotor assembly to rotate, and to balance the pressure of the refrigerant in each of the spiral channels 21. The communication grooves 24 are uniformly distributed on the outer surface of the columnar part of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2. The communication grooves 24 mainly function to communicate the central through hole 25 with the spiral channel 21, to balance the pressure in the communication grooves 24 and the spiral channel 21, and to generate a liquid film between the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 and the liquid distribution head assembly 1 to reduce the friction between the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 and the liquid distribution head assembly 1. The central through hole 25 is located at the center of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2, is in communication with the liquid distribution inlet through hole 12 at one end, and is connected with the spiral channel 21 at the other end through the communication groove 24, and is used to balance the pressure in the communication groove 24 and the spiral channel 21.

[0068] In specific embodiments, as shown in Figure 10 , in order to enable the liquid to flow better from the central through hole 25 into the communication groove 24, the top surface and the side surface of the first body 22 are transitioned through a circular arc 26, which can guide the liquid and reduce pressure loss.

[0069] In specific embodiments, as shown in Figure 13 and Figure 14 , the lower surface of the end cover 3 is provided with a guide groove 31, which is clamped on the top of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2. The guide groove 31 is fitted with the shape of the top of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2, that is, fitted with the circular arc 26, which can better realize cooperation, that is, position the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2.

[0070] In specific embodiments, the liquid distribution device further includes a sealing assembly 4, which is located between the end cover 3 and the liquid distribution head assembly 1.

[0071] Specifically, as shown in Figure 1 , the sealing assembly 4 is a sealing ring, which is fixed with the end cover 3 through a bolt 5, and the sealing ring and the end cover 3 are embedded in the cooperation groove 15 to seal each cavity in the liquid distribution head assembly 1.

[0072] The assembly process of the liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment is as follows: the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 is placed into the cavity of the liquid distribution head assembly 1, and then the sealing assembly 4 and the end cover 3 are placed in sequence, and then fastened through the bolt 5. The disassembly process is opposite to the assembly process.

[0073] The liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment can generate pressure difference in each spiral channel 21 of the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 when the liquid is unevenly distributed in the liquid distribution head assembly 1, thereby generating tangential force on the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2, and making the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 rotate in the matching cavity 14 of the liquid distribution head assembly 1, so as to balance the pressure in each liquid distribution cavity 11. Meanwhile, when the liquid distribution rotor assembly 2 rotates, it can drive the gas-liquid two-phase refrigerant in the cavity of the liquid distribution head assembly 1 to fully mix, thereby eliminating the howling noise caused by uneven mixing of the gas-liquid two-phase flow. At the same time, the refrigerant in the communication groove 24 and the central through hole 25 flows into the liquid distribution cavity 11 with insufficient refrigerant to supplement, so that the refrigerant flow and pressure distribution in each liquid distribution cavity 11 of the liquid distribution head assembly 1 reach dynamic balance. In addition, the liquid distribution device provided by the embodiment has simple structure and good stability, and the assembly and maintenance and disassembly are relatively simple.

[0074] Embodiment 2

[0075] The air conditioner provided by the embodiment comprises the liquid distribution device of embodiment 1.

[0076] When the liquid distribution device in embodiment 1 is applied in the air conditioner, the liquid mentioned in embodiment 1 is refrigerant.

[0077] In summary, the person skilled in the art can easily understand that the above advantageous technical features can be freely combined and superimposed without conflict.

[0078] The above is only the preferred embodiment of the present application, and does not limit the present application in any form. Any simple modification, equivalent change and modification of the above embodiment according to the technical essence of the present application still belongs to the scope of the technical solution of the present application.

Claims

1. A liquid separation device, characterized by, The liquid separation device comprises a liquid separation head assembly (1), a liquid separation rotor assembly (2) and an end cover (3), the liquid separation rotor assembly (2) is located in the liquid separation head assembly (1), and the end cover (3) is arranged on the liquid separation rotor assembly (2); The liquid separation head assembly (1) is provided with a liquid inlet through hole (12) and a plurality of liquid separation cavities (11), the surface of the liquid separation rotor assembly (2) is provided with a plurality of spiral channels (21), the spiral channels (21) are communicated with the liquid separation cavities (11), and the liquid separation rotor assembly (2) can rotate in the liquid separation head assembly (1) under the action of the spiral channels (21). The liquid separation rotor assembly (2) comprises a first body (22) and a second body (23) which are integrally formed, the first body (22) is in a columnar structure, the second body (23) is in a circular truncated cone structure, one end of the circular truncated cone structure with a larger diameter is connected with the columnar structure, and the spiral channels (21) are arranged on the outer surface of the second body (23) and extend to the outer surface of the first body (22). The liquid separation rotor assembly (2) further comprises a plurality of communication grooves (24), the communication grooves (24) are arranged on the surface of the first body (22), and the communication grooves (24) are connected with the spiral channels (21) one by one. The liquid separation rotor assembly (2) is internally provided with a central through hole (25), one end of the central through hole (25) is communicated with the liquid inlet through hole (12), and the other end is communicated with the spiral channels (21) through the communication grooves (24).

2. The liquid separation device according to claim 1, wherein The liquid separation head assembly (1) comprises a liquid separation head body (13), the liquid inlet through hole (12) is connected with the liquid separation head body (13), the liquid inlet through hole (12) is communicated with the spiral channels (21), and the liquid separation cavities (11) are arranged in the side wall of the liquid separation head body (13).

3. The liquid separation device according to claim 2, wherein The liquid separation head body (13) is in a circular truncated cone structure, one end of the circular truncated cone structure with a smaller diameter is communicated with the liquid inlet through hole (12), the liquid separation cavities (11) are arranged in the side wall of the circular truncated cone structure, the upper end of the liquid separation cavities (11) extends to the upper surface of the circular truncated cone structure, and the lower end of the liquid separation cavities (11) extends to the liquid inlet through hole (12).

4. The liquid separation device according to claim 3, wherein The liquid separation cavities (11) are stepped through holes, and the axial center line of the stepped through holes is parallel to the generatrix of the circular truncated cone structure.

5. The liquid separation device according to any one of claims 2 to 4, wherein The liquid inlet through hole (12) is a stepped hole.

6. The liquid separator according to any one of claims 2 to 4, wherein The liquid separation head assembly (1) further comprises a matching cavity (14) arranged in the liquid separation head body (13), and the liquid separation rotor assembly (2) is located in the matching cavity (14).

7. The liquid separator according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein The number of the liquid separation cavities (11) is the same as that of the spiral channels (21).

8. The liquid separation device according to claim 1, wherein The top surface and the side surface of the first body (22) are connected through a circular arc (26).

9. The liquid separator according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein The lower surface of the end cover (3) is provided with a guide groove (31), and the guide groove (31) is clamped on the top of the liquid separation rotor assembly (2).

10. The liquid separation device according to claim 6, wherein The top of the liquid separation head assembly (1) is provided with a matching groove (15), and the end cover (3) is clamped in the matching groove (15).

11. The liquid separation device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein The liquid distribution device further comprises a sealing assembly (4) located between the end cap (3) and the liquid distribution head assembly (1).

12. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: The air conditioner comprises the liquid distribution device according to any one of claims 1-11.

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