Follow-up air mixing method for air conditioning system

CN115077050BActive Publication Date: 2026-08-11QINGDAO HAIER AIR CONDITIONER GENERAL CORP LTD +2
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2022-05-31
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2026-08-11

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Technical Problem

[0005]本发明旨在解决上述技术问题,即,解决现有空调出风温度与室温差距大,吹到人后容易带来不适的问题

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[0016]在采用上述技术方案的情况下,本发明的空调能够在运行时检测空调主机的摆风角度,根据空调主机的摆风角度,控制功能机的出风方向,使功能机的出风始终与空调主机的出风相互混合形成混合风,通过混入室内风,形成的混合风与室内空气的温度差降低,从而使吹向人体的混合风更柔和,更人性化。

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Abstract

This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, specifically providing a follow-up air mixing method for air conditioning systems to solve the problem of large temperature differences between the air outlet temperature and room temperature in existing air conditioners, which can easily cause discomfort when blown onto people. To this end, in the follow-up air mixing method for air conditioning systems of this invention, the air conditioning system includes a base, an air conditioning unit, and a functional unit. The air conditioning unit and the functional unit are arranged side-by-side on the base with spacing between them and their air outlet directions are approximately the same. The air conditioning unit is equipped with a complete evaporation and condensation system to deliver cold or hot air to the room as needed, and the functional unit is equipped with a fan. The follow-up air mixing method includes the following steps: detecting the swing angle of the air conditioning unit; and controlling the air outlet direction of the functional unit according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit. According to the method of this invention, the air outlet direction of the functional unit changes in real time with the swing direction of the air conditioning unit, ensuring that the indoor air always forms a mixed airflow with the air outlet of the air conditioning unit, thereby making the airflow blowing towards the human body gentler.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and specifically provides a follow-up air mixing method for air conditioning systems. Background Technology

[0002] As air conditioners become increasingly common in rooms, even becoming a standard feature, they bring many benefits to users while also creating some problems. For example, in order to quickly cool or heat, the air conditioner's outlet temperature is usually significantly different from the indoor set temperature. Therefore, when the air conditioner blows directly onto people, it can lead to problems such as "air conditioner sickness." How to solve this problem has become a pressing issue for the air conditioning industry.

[0003] Some air conditioners avoid blowing directly on people by changing the direction of the airflow to the ceiling or unoccupied areas. However, this not only affects the temperature regulation of the room, but the airflow may still blow on people after being reflected along the walls. Furthermore, due to the increased temperature difference between the air conditioner's outlet air and the room temperature, the reflected airflow can still cause discomfort.

[0004] Accordingly, there is a need in the field for a new technology to solve such problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problems, namely, to solve the problem that the temperature difference between the air outlet temperature and the room temperature of existing air conditioners is large, which can easily cause discomfort when the air blows on people.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention provides a follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system, the air conditioning system comprising a base, an air conditioning unit, and a functional unit, the air conditioning unit and the functional unit being arranged side by side on the base with spaced apart from each other and having air outlet directions approximately the same; the air conditioning unit is provided with a complete evaporation and condensation system to deliver cold or hot air to the room as needed, and the functional unit is provided with a fan; the follow-up air mixing method comprises the following steps: detecting the swing angle of the air conditioning unit; and controlling the air outlet direction of the functional unit according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit.

[0007] Furthermore, the step of "controlling the air outlet direction of the functional unit according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit" specifically includes: when the air conditioning unit swings towards the functional unit, controlling the functional unit to have a fixed air outlet angle.

[0008] Furthermore, the fixed air outlet angle is calculated according to the following equation: R = 1 / 2(90-S), where R is the fixed air outlet angle and S is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit towards the functional unit.

[0009] Furthermore, the step of "controlling the air outlet direction of the functional unit according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit" specifically includes: when the air conditioning unit swings towards the opposite side of the functional unit, the air outlet angle of the functional unit is gradually increased in stages.

[0010] Furthermore, the step of "increasing the air outlet angle of the functional unit in stages when the air conditioning unit swings towards the opposite side of the functional unit" specifically includes: when the swing angle of the air conditioning unit towards the opposite side of the functional unit is less than a first set threshold, the air outlet angle of the functional unit is fixed at the first set threshold.

[0011] Furthermore, the step of "increasing the air outlet angle of the functional unit in stages when the air conditioning unit swings towards the opposite side of the functional unit" specifically includes: when the swing angle of the air conditioning unit towards the opposite side of the functional unit is greater than the first set threshold but less than the second set threshold, the air outlet angle of the functional unit is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit towards the opposite side of the functional unit.

[0012] Furthermore, the step of "increasing the air outlet angle of the functional unit in stages when the air conditioning unit swings towards the opposite side of the functional unit" specifically includes: when the swing angle of the air conditioning unit towards the opposite side of the functional unit is greater than the second set threshold but less than the third set threshold, the air outlet angle of the functional unit is calculated according to the following equation: R = 1 / 2 * S, where R is the fixed air outlet angle and S is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit towards the opposite side of the functional unit.

[0013] Furthermore, the follow-up air mixing method includes the following steps: detecting the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit; determining the difference between the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit and the predetermined indoor temperature; and controlling the operating power of the fan of the functional unit according to the difference.

[0014] Furthermore, the step of "controlling the operating power of the fan of the functional machine according to the difference" specifically includes: if the difference is greater than a set threshold, then increasing the operating power of the fan of the functional machine.

[0015] Furthermore, the step of "controlling the operating power of the fan of the functional machine according to the difference" specifically includes: if the difference is less than the set threshold, then reducing the operating power of the fan of the functional machine.

[0016] When the above technical solution is adopted, the air conditioner of the present invention can detect the swing angle of the air conditioner unit during operation, and control the air outlet direction of the function unit according to the swing angle of the air conditioner unit, so that the air outlet of the function unit is always mixed with the air outlet of the air conditioner unit to form mixed air. By mixing with the indoor air, the temperature difference between the mixed air and the indoor air is reduced, thereby making the mixed air blown towards the human body softer and more humane.

[0017] It should be noted that although the temperature of the mixed air is lower, it does not affect the air conditioning system's ability to regulate indoor temperature. On the contrary, it improves the efficiency and effectiveness of the air conditioning system in regulating indoor temperature. This is for two reasons. First, the air conditioner's exhaust is always indoor air, while the air conditioner's exhaust mixes with indoor air. Therefore, the cooling or heating energy in the air conditioner's exhaust is not lost and will still have an effect on improving indoor temperature. Another reason is that, due to the existence of the air diversion channel, and the fact that the first end of the air diversion channel is located between the first and second air outlets, the airflow velocity at the first and second air outlets is relatively high when the air conditioning system is cooling or heating. According to Bernoulli's theorem, a negative pressure zone will be formed between the first and second air outlets, causing the airflow to flow from the second end of the air diversion channel with higher air pressure to the first end of the air diversion channel, and mix with the air from the first and second air outlets to form a stronger airflow. As a result of the stronger airflow, the cold or heat can diffuse more quickly in the room, allowing the indoor temperature to reach the preset temperature more quickly, thereby improving the efficiency of cooling or heating. Furthermore, because the mixed airflow is stronger, the indoor temperature can be more uniform, thus improving the temperature regulation effect of the air conditioning system and enhancing the user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air conditioning system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a top view of an air conditioning system according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a flowchart of the main steps of the follow-up mixing method according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] List of reference numerals in the attached diagram:

[0023] 10. Base; 20. Air conditioning unit; 21. First air outlet; 22. First return air outlet; 23. Air guide plate; 24. Heat exchange air duct; 25. Fan; 26. Evaporator; 30. Functional unit; 31. Second air outlet; 32. Rotatable air duct; 40. Air diversion duct. Detailed Implementation

[0024] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments are merely illustrative of the technical principles of the invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the invention. For example, although... Figure 1 The function unit is located on the left side of the air conditioning unit, but this positional relationship is not fixed. Those skilled in the art can adjust it as needed to adapt to specific applications. For example, the function unit can also be located on the right side of the air conditioning unit.

[0025] It should be noted that in the description of this invention, terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," indicating directional or positional relationships, are based on the directional or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These are merely for ease of description and do not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation; therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0026] To address the problem of large temperature differences between the air outlet and room temperature in existing air conditioners, which can cause discomfort when blown on people, this invention proposes a follow-up air mixing method for air conditioning systems. By mixing indoor air with the outlet air, the outlet air temperature is reduced, making the airflow towards the human body softer and more humane, thus improving the user experience.

[0027] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 The embodiment of the present invention shown discloses a follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system. The air conditioning system includes a base 10, an air conditioning unit 20, and a function unit 30, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the air conditioning unit 20 and the function unit 30 are arranged side by side on the base 10 with intervals between them, and a drainage channel 40 is formed between the air conditioning unit 20 and the function unit 30.

[0028] like Figure 2As shown, the air conditioning unit 20 is provided with a first air outlet 21 and a first return air outlet 22. The first air outlet 21 is provided with an air guide plate 23 and a first sensor (not shown in the figure). The air outlet 23 can adjust the air outlet direction of the first air outlet 21, and the first sensor can detect the swing angle of the first air outlet 21. The air conditioning unit 20 is provided with a heat exchange duct 24 connecting the first air outlet 21 and the first return air outlet 22. The air conditioning unit 20 is also provided with a complete evaporation and condensation system and a fan 25. The evaporator 26 and the fan 25 are both located in the heat exchange duct 24. The evaporator 26 is located between the first air inlet and the fan 25. The incoming air is heated or cooled by the evaporator 26 and then blown out from the first air outlet 21 by the fan 25, thereby delivering cold or hot air to the room as needed.

[0029] The feature phone 30 is provided with a second air outlet 31 and a second air return outlet (not shown in the figure). The feature phone 30 is provided with an air duct connecting the second air outlet 31 and the second air return outlet. A fan (not shown in the figure) is provided in the air duct. The feature phone 30 is provided with a rotatable air duct 32 and a second sensor (not shown in the figure) for detecting the angle of the rotatable air duct 32. The second air outlet 31 is located on the rotatable air duct 32. The rotatable air duct 32 changes the orientation of the second air outlet 31 by rotating, so as to adjust the air outlet direction of the feature phone 30. The second sensor is used to obtain the air outlet angle of the feature phone 30.

[0030] The follow-up air mixing method includes the following steps:

[0031] Detect the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20;

[0032] The air outlet direction of the function unit 30 is controlled according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20.

[0033] During operation, the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 is detected by the first sensor. Based on the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20, the air outlet direction of the function unit 30 is controlled so that the air outlet of the function unit 30 and the air outlet of the air conditioning unit 20 are mixed to form mixed air. By mixing with the indoor air, the indoor air and the air outlet of the air conditioning unit 20 exchange heat, and the temperature difference between the mixed air and the indoor air is reduced, so that the mixed air blown towards the human body is softer and more humane.

[0034] It should be noted that although the temperature of the mixed air is lower, it does not affect the air conditioning system's ability to regulate indoor temperature; on the contrary, it improves the efficiency and effectiveness of the air conditioning system in regulating indoor temperature. This is for two reasons. Firstly, the air outlet of the unit 30 is always indoor air, while the air outlet of the air conditioning unit 20 mixes with indoor air. Therefore, the cooling or heating capacity in the air outlet of the air conditioning unit 20 is not lost and will still have an effect on improving indoor temperature. Another reason is that, due to the presence of the air diversion channel 40, and the fact that the first end of the air diversion channel 40 is located between the first air outlet 21 and the second air outlet 31, the airflow velocity of the first air outlet 21 and the second air outlet 31 is relatively high when the air conditioning system is cooling or heating. According to Bernoulli's theorem, a negative pressure zone will be formed between the first air outlet 21 and the second air outlet 31, causing the airflow to flow from the second end of the air diversion channel 40 with higher air pressure to the first end of the air diversion channel 40, and mix with the air outlets of the first air outlet 21 and the second air outlet 31 to form a stronger airflow. As a result of the stronger airflow, the cold or heat can diffuse more quickly in the room, and the indoor temperature can reach the preset temperature more quickly, thereby improving the efficiency of cooling or heating. Furthermore, because the mixed airflow is stronger, the indoor temperature can be more uniform, thereby improving the temperature regulation effect of the air conditioning system and improving the user experience.

[0035] Furthermore, the step of "controlling the air outlet direction of the functional unit 30 according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20" specifically includes: when the air conditioning unit 20 swings towards the functional unit 30, the functional unit 30 is controlled to have a fixed air outlet angle. When the air conditioning unit 20 swings towards the functional unit 30, that is... Figure 2 The air guide plate 23 of the central air conditioning unit 20 guides the airflow from the first air outlet 21 to blow to the left. At this time, the air outlet angle of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 corresponds to the air outlet angle of the first air outlet 21 of the central air conditioning unit 20. Specifically, the fixed air outlet angle of the function unit 30 is calculated according to the following equation:

[0036] R = 1 / 2(90-S)

[0037] Where R is the fixed air outlet angle and S is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 toward the function unit 30.

[0038] During operation, when the air conditioning unit 20 blows air towards the function unit 30, the airflow from the first air outlet 21 and the second air outlet 31 can be mixed by adjusting the air outlet angle of the function unit 30. Specifically, the inventors conducted experimental tests on different combinations of swing angles of the air conditioning unit 20 and various air outlet angles of the function unit 30 when the air conditioning unit 20 swings towards the function unit 30. The results show that when R = 1 / 2(90-S), the uniformity of air mixing and the maximization of cooling or heating efficiency can be achieved. More specifically, due to the presence of the air diversion channel 40, when designing the combination of the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 and various air outlet angles of the function unit 30, it is not only necessary to consider the intersection point of the two airflows, but also the intensity of the diverted airflow at different angles and its impact on the air mixing effect. To this end, the inventors selected several different angle values ​​for experimental testing, selected the best multiple sets of data from the test results, and finally fitted the above formula. Practice has proven that the air outlet angle of the function unit 30 selected according to the above formula can simultaneously take into account the uniformity of air mixing and the maximization of cooling or heating efficiency.

[0039] Furthermore, the step of "controlling the air outlet direction of the functional unit 30 according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20" specifically includes: when the air conditioning unit 20 swings towards the opposite side of the functional unit 30, the air outlet angle of the functional unit 30 is gradually increased in stages. When the air conditioning unit 20 swings towards one side of the functional unit 30, that is... Figure 2 The air guide plate 23 of the central air conditioning unit 20 guides the air from the first air outlet 21 to blow to the right. At this time, the air outlet angle of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 will be adjusted within different ranges according to the specific situation of the air outlet angle of the first air outlet 21 of the air conditioning unit 20.

[0040] Furthermore, the step of "gradually increasing the air outlet angle of the function unit 30 in stages when the air conditioning unit 20 swings towards the opposite side of the function unit 30" specifically includes: when the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 towards the opposite side of the function unit 30 is less than a first set threshold, the air outlet angle of the function unit 30 is fixed at the first set threshold. By adjusting the angle of the function unit 30, the air outlet of the second air outlet 31 can be coordinated with the air outlet of the first air outlet 21, thereby mixing the two airflows. Preferably, when Figure 2 When the air guide plate 23 of the central air conditioning unit 20 guides the air outlet 21 to blow air to the right, and the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the function unit 30 is in the range of 0° < S < 10°, the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 is 10°.

[0041] During operation, when the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the function unit 30 is in the range of 0° < S < 10°, setting the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 to 10° can make the air from the first air outlet 21 and the second air outlet 31 mix. Specifically, similar to the swing situation on the left side above, the inventors also conducted experimental tests on the combination of different swing angles and various air outlet angles of the function unit 30 when the air conditioning unit 20 swings to the side opposite to the function unit 30. The results show that when the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the function unit 30 is in the range of 0° < S < 10°, setting the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 to 10° can maximize the uniformity of air mixing and the cooling or heating efficiency. Similarly, due to the presence of the airflow channel 40, when designing the combination of the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 and various air outlet angles of the function unit 30, it is not only necessary to consider the intersection point of the two airflows, but also the intensity of the airflow at different angles and its impact on the air mixing effect. To this end, the inventors selected several different angle values ​​for experimental testing, and selected the best multiple sets of data from the test results. Finally, it was found that when the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the function unit 30 is in the range of 0° < S < 10°, setting the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 to 10° can simultaneously take into account the uniformity of air mixing and the maximization of cooling or heating efficiency.

[0042] Furthermore, the step of "increasing the air outlet angle of the function unit 30 in stages when the air conditioning unit 20 swings towards the opposite side of the function unit 30" specifically includes: when the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 towards the opposite side of the function unit 30 is greater than the first set threshold but less than the second set threshold, the air outlet angle of the function unit 30 is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 towards the opposite side of the function unit 30.

[0043] By adjusting the angle of the function unit 30, the airflow from the second air outlet 31 can be coordinated with the airflow from the first air outlet 21, thereby creating a mixed airflow. Preferably, when Figure 2 When the air guide plate 23 of the central air conditioning unit 20 guides the air outlet 21 to blow air to the right, and the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the function unit 30 is in the range of 10° < S < 30°, the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 is the same as S.

[0044] During operation, when the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the function unit 30 is in the range of 10° < S < 30°, the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 is the same as S, which can make the mixing air area of ​​the first air outlet 21 and the second air outlet 31 larger. Specifically, the inventors' experimental results show that when the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the function unit 30 is in the range of 10° < S < 30°, setting the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the function unit 30 to be the same as S can maximize the uniformity of air mixing and the cooling or heating efficiency. Generally speaking, for two airflows to mix fully, they must have a point of intersection, that is, the air outlet angles of the two airflows cannot be the same. However, as mentioned above, due to the presence of the airflow channel 40, when designing the combination of the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 and various air outlet angles of the functional unit 30, it is not only necessary to consider the intersection point of the two airflows, but also the intensity of the airflow at different angles and its impact on the air mixing effect. In this regard, the inventors' experimental results confirm that when the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the functional unit 30 is in the range of 10° < S < 30°, setting the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the functional unit 30 to be the same as S can maximize the uniformity of air mixing and the cooling or heating efficiency.

[0045] Furthermore, the step of "increasing the air outlet angle of the function unit 30 in stages and steps when the air conditioning unit 20 swings towards the opposite side of the function unit 30" specifically includes: when the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 towards the opposite side of the function unit 30 is greater than the second set threshold but less than the third set threshold, the air outlet angle of the function unit 30 is calculated according to the following equation:

[0046] R = 1 / 2 * S

[0047] Where R is the fixed air outlet angle and S is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 on the opposite side of the function unit 30.

[0048] when Figure 2The air guide plate 23 of the central air conditioning unit 20 guides the air outlet 21 to blow to the right. That is, when the swing angle S of the central air conditioning unit 20 towards the opposite side of the functional unit 30 is in the range of 30° ≤ S < 90°, the air outlet angle R of the functional unit 30 is R = 1 / 2 * S, where R is a fixed air outlet angle and S is the swing angle of the central air conditioning unit 20 towards the opposite side of the functional unit 30. This allows the air from the first air outlet 21 and the second air outlet 31 to form an optimal air mixture. Specifically, similar to the above scenarios, the inventors' experimental results show that when the swing angle S of the central air conditioning unit 20 towards the opposite side of the functional unit 30 is in the range of 30° < S < 90°, setting the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the functional unit 30 to R = 1 / 2 * S can maximize the uniformity of air mixing and the cooling or heating efficiency. Similarly, due to the presence of the airflow channel 40, when designing the combination of the swing angle of the air conditioning unit 20 and various air outlet angles of the functional unit 30, it is not only necessary to consider the intersection point of the two airflows, but also the intensity of the airflow at different angles and its impact on the air mixing effect. In this regard, the inventors' experimental results confirm that when the swing angle S of the air conditioning unit 20 to the opposite side of the functional unit 30 is in the range of 30° < S < 90°, setting the air outlet angle R of the second air outlet 31 of the functional unit 30 to R = 1 / 2 * S can maximize the uniformity of air mixing and the cooling or heating efficiency.

[0049] In this embodiment, the follow-up air mixing method includes the following steps:

[0050] Detect the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit 20;

[0051] Determine the difference between the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit 20 and the predetermined indoor temperature;

[0052] The operating power of the fan in the differential control function unit 30 is controlled.

[0053] During operation, the temperature sensor at the air outlet of the air conditioning unit 20 can detect the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit 20. Based on the difference between the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit 20 and the preset indoor temperature, the operating power of the fan of the function unit 30 is controlled, so that the air volume of the function unit 30 can be increased or decreased according to the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit 20, thereby adjusting the mixed air to a suitable temperature, making the mixed air blown towards the human body softer and more humane.

[0054] Furthermore, the step of "controlling the operating power of the fan of the functional unit 30 according to the difference" specifically includes: if the difference is greater than a set threshold, then increasing the operating power of the fan of the functional unit 30. During the operation of the air conditioning system, if the temperature difference between the air outlet of the air conditioning unit 20 and the indoor temperature is too large, then the operating power of the functional unit 30 can be increased to increase the air outlet volume of the functional unit 30, thereby increasing the mixing force and making the mixed temperature more gentle.

[0055] Furthermore, the step of "controlling the operating power of the fan of the functional unit 30 according to the difference" specifically includes: if the difference is less than a set threshold, then reducing the operating power of the fan of the functional unit 30. During the operation of the air conditioning system, if the air outlet of the air conditioning unit 20 is close to the indoor temperature, then by reducing the operating power of the functional unit 30, the air outlet volume of the functional unit 30 can be reduced, thereby reducing the intensity of the mixed air and achieving greater energy savings.

[0056] It should be noted that the above-described air conditioning system operation is not limited to either cooling or heating mode; that is, the above situation applies to both cooling and heating modes. For example, in cooling mode, the required indoor temperature is 21℃, but the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit 20 is 15℃. If the air blows directly onto people, it will be uncomfortable. Therefore, a strong mixing of air is needed, requiring the unit 30 to increase its power and airflow to lower the temperature of the mixed air and make it more gentle. When the indoor temperature is close to the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit 20, the power of the unit 30 can be reduced to save energy. Conversely, the working principle is the same in heating mode, so it will not be elaborated further. When the air conditioner is turned off, the rotatable air duct 32 of the unit 30 rotates to the closed position, closing the second air vent to prevent dust from entering.

[0057] The technical solution of the present invention has been described above with reference to the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after such changes or substitutions will all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system, characterized by, The air conditioning system includes a base (10), an air conditioning unit (20), and a function unit (30). The air conditioning unit (20) and the function unit (30) are arranged side by side on the base (10) with their air outlets facing roughly the same direction. The air conditioning unit (20) is equipped with a complete evaporation and condensation system to deliver cold or hot air to the room as needed. The function unit (30) is equipped with a fan, and the air outlet of the function unit (30) is indoor air. The following steps are included in the following method: Detect the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20); The air outlet direction of the functional unit (30) is controlled according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20).

2. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system of claim 1, wherein, The step of "controlling the air outlet direction of the function unit (30) according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20)" specifically includes: When the air conditioning unit (20) swings the air towards the function unit (30), the function unit (30) is controlled to have a fixed air outlet angle.

3. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system of claim 2, wherein, The fixed air outlet angle is calculated according to the following equation: R = 1 / 2(90-S) Wherein, R is the fixed air outlet angle, and S is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20) toward the function unit (30).

4. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system of claim 1, wherein, The step of "controlling the air outlet direction of the function unit (30) according to the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20)" specifically includes: When the air conditioning unit (20) swings the air to the opposite side of the function unit (30), the air outlet angle of the function unit (30) is gradually increased in stages.

5. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system of claim 4, wherein, The step of "when the air conditioning unit (20) swings towards the opposite side of the function unit (30), gradually increasing the air outlet angle of the function unit (30) in stages" specifically includes: When the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20) to the opposite side of the function unit (30) is less than the first set threshold, the air outlet angle of the function unit (30) is fixed at the first set threshold.

6. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system of claim 5, wherein, The step of "when the air conditioning unit (20) swings towards the opposite side of the function unit (30), gradually increasing the air outlet angle of the function unit (30) in stages" specifically includes: When the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20) toward the opposite side of the function unit (30) is greater than the first set threshold but less than the second set threshold, the air outlet angle of the function unit (30) is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20) toward the opposite side of the function unit (30).

7. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system of claim 6, wherein, The step of "when the air conditioning unit (20) swings towards the opposite side of the function unit (30), gradually increasing the air outlet angle of the function unit (30) in stages" specifically includes: When the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20) on the opposite side of the function unit (30) is greater than the second set threshold but less than the third set threshold, the air outlet angle of the function unit (30) is calculated according to the following equation: R = 1 / 2 * S Wherein, R is the fixed air outlet angle, and S is the swing angle of the air conditioning unit (20) on the opposite side of the function unit (30).

8. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized by, The following steps are included in the following method: Detect the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit (20); Determine the difference between the air outlet temperature of the air conditioning unit (20) and the predetermined indoor temperature; The operating power of the fan of the functional unit (30) is controlled according to the difference.

9. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system of claim 8, wherein, The step of "controlling the operating power of the fan of the functional unit (30) according to the difference" specifically includes: If the difference is greater than a set threshold, the operating power of the fan of the functional unit (30) is increased.

10. The follow-up air mixing method for an air conditioning system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The step of "controlling the operating power of the fan of the functional unit (30) according to the difference" specifically includes: If the difference is less than the set threshold, the operating power of the fan of the functional unit (30) is reduced.

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