Segmented air guide assembly and air conditioner indoor unit

Abstract

The application relates to the air conditioning technical field and discloses a sectional air guide assembly, which comprises a first air guide plate section, a second air guide plate section and an electromagnetic assembly. The first air guide plate section can rotate under the drive of a first driving mechanism. The second air guide plate section is rotatably connected with the first air guide plate section. The electromagnetic assembly is used for attracting the second air guide plate section. When the second air guide plate section and the electromagnetic assembly attract each other, the second air guide plate section is inclined upwards so that the sectional air guide assembly blows air upwards. When the second air guide plate section and the electromagnetic assembly are disconnected, the second air guide plate section is drooped so that the sectional air guide assembly blows air downwards. The first air guide plate section is driven by the first driving mechanism, the electromagnetic assembly and the second air guide plate section attract or disconnect each other, the sectional air guide assembly can blow air upwards or downwards, the sectional air guide assembly has few components, the structure is simple, and the manufacturing cost is reduced. The application further discloses an air conditioner indoor unit.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioning technology, such as a segmented air guide assembly and an indoor air conditioning unit. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, air conditioners, as a very common appliance, can improve the indoor environment and are widely used in various living or working environments such as homes, offices, and shopping malls. To achieve longer-distance air delivery, air conditioner indoor units often employ an air guide vane structure at the air outlet. This vane structure improves the airflow efficiency and comfort of the indoor unit and is popular with users; however, the vane structure delivers air in a single direction, which cannot meet people's needs.

[0003] An air conditioner is provided, including a housing with an air outlet. The air conditioner further includes: a first air guide plate pivotally disposed at the air outlet; a second air guide plate pivotally disposed at the air outlet, the pivot axis of the second air guide plate being parallel to the pivot axis of the first air guide plate; the first air guide plate and the second air guide plate having a first state of being joined together to close the air outlet and a second state of separately guiding air; a first motor drivingly connected to the first air guide plate; and a second motor drivingly connected to the second air guide plate.

[0004] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0005] Although existing air conditioners can solve the problem of guiding air in different directions, the overall structure includes a first air guide plate, a second air guide plate, a first motor, and a second motor. The first air guide plate and the second air guide plate need to be pivotally mounted at the air outlet, the first motor drives the first air guide plate, and the second motor drives the second air guide plate. Furthermore, the first air guide plate and the second air guide plate need to fit together precisely and seamlessly, which results in a complex structure and high manufacturing cost. Summary of the Invention

[0006] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0007] This disclosure provides a segmented air guide assembly and an air conditioning indoor unit to solve the problems of complex air guide plate structure and high manufacturing cost of existing air conditioning indoor units.

[0008] According to an embodiment of the first aspect of this application, a segmented air guide assembly is provided, comprising: a first air guide plate segment rotatable under the drive of a first driving mechanism; a second air guide plate segment rotatably connected to the first air guide plate segment; and an electromagnetic component for attracting the second air guide plate segment, wherein when the second air guide plate segment and the electromagnetic component attract each other, the second air guide plate segment tilts upward to allow the segmented air guide assembly to deliver air upward; and when the second air guide plate segment is disconnected from the electromagnetic component, the second air guide plate segment droops downward to allow the segmented air guide assembly to deliver air downward.

[0009] In some embodiments, the electromagnetic assembly includes one or more electromagnetic elements, wherein the electromagnetic elements include: a traction member provided with an electromagnetic coil; and a second drive mechanism for driving the traction member to move up and down, wherein the second air guide plate segment is provided with a magnet that can be attracted by the electromagnetic coil.

[0010] In some embodiments, the segmented air guide assembly further includes a control unit.

[0011] When the air conditioner is in the first operating mode, the control unit is configured to: control the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate segment to rotate to a first angle; control the traction member to attract the second air guide plate segment, and the second drive mechanism drives the traction member to move upward, so as to drive the second air guide plate segment to rotate around the first air guide plate segment, so that the second air guide plate segment and the first air guide plate segment are on the same plane, and then continue to control the second drive mechanism to drive the traction member to move upward, the second air guide plate segment tilts upward, so that the segmented air guide assembly delivers air upward;

[0012] or,

[0013] When the air conditioner is in the second operating mode, the control unit is configured to: control the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate segment to rotate to the second angle; control the traction member to disconnect from the second air guide plate segment, so that the second air guide plate segment is drooping, causing the segmented air guide assembly to deliver air downwards.

[0014] In some embodiments, the traction member includes a traction column, wherein the electromagnetic coil is disposed at the lower part of the traction column, and / or the electromagnetic coil is disposed inside the traction column.

[0015] In some embodiments, when the segmented air guide assembly closes the air outlet of the indoor unit of the air conditioner, the first air guide plate segment includes a lower air guide edge near the lower frame of the air outlet and a first rotatable connecting edge opposite to the lower air guide edge, and the second air guide plate segment includes an upper air guide edge near the upper frame of the air outlet and a second rotatable connecting edge opposite to the upper air guide edge, wherein the first rotatable connecting edge and the second rotatable connecting edge are rotatably connected.

[0016] In some embodiments, the first rotatable connecting edge includes a pivot, and the second rotatable connecting edge includes an arcuate wrapping wall that wraps around the pivot and is rotatable about the pivot; or, the second rotatable connecting edge includes a pivot, and the first rotatable connecting edge includes an arcuate wrapping wall that wraps around the pivot and is rotatable about the pivot.

[0017] In some embodiments, the magnet is disposed at the upper air guide edge of the second air guide plate segment.

[0018] According to an embodiment of the second aspect of this application, an air conditioning indoor unit is provided, including the segmented air guide plate described in any one of the embodiments of the first aspect.

[0019] In some embodiments, the indoor unit of the air conditioner further includes a housing with the air outlet, the housing including: a mounting platform disposed at the upper edge of the air outlet for mounting a second drive mechanism of the electromagnetic component; and a through hole penetrating the mounting platform for allowing the traction member of the electromagnetic component to move vertically through it.

[0020] In some embodiments, the electromagnetic component includes a first electromagnetic element and a second electromagnetic element respectively disposed at both ends of the upper edge of the air outlet, and the second air guide plate segment includes a first magnet and a second magnet respectively disposed at both ends of the upper air guide edge, wherein the first magnet can be attracted by the first electromagnetic element and the second magnet can be attracted by the second electromagnetic element.

[0021] The segmented air guide assembly and air conditioner indoor unit provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0022] By setting a first air guide plate segment, a second air guide plate segment, and an electromagnetic component, the first air guide plate segment can rotate under the drive of a first driving mechanism. The second air guide plate segment is rotatably connected to the first air guide plate segment. The electromagnetic component is used to attract the second air guide plate segment. When the second air guide plate segment and the electromagnetic component attract each other, the second air guide plate segment tilts upward, causing the segmented air guide component to deliver air upward. When the second air guide plate segment is disconnected from the electromagnetic component, the second air guide plate segment droops, and the segmented air guide component delivers air downward. By driving the first air guide plate segment through the first driving mechanism, the electromagnetic component and the second air guide plate segment attract each other or disconnect, thus realizing the upward or downward air delivery of the air guide component. The segmented air guide component of this application has fewer components, a simpler structure, and reduces manufacturing costs.

[0023] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0024] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an indoor air conditioner unit provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another air conditioner indoor unit in a first operating mode provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0027] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram of region A in the middle;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another air conditioner indoor unit in a second operating mode provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0029] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified structural diagram of region B in the middle;

[0030] Figure 6 This is an exploded structural diagram of the first and second air guide plate sections of another air conditioner indoor unit provided in this embodiment;

[0031] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A magnified structural diagram of region C in the middle.

[0032] Figure label:

[0033] 1: First air guide plate section; 2: Second air guide plate section; 3: Electromagnetic components; 4: Housing;

[0034] 11: Lower air guide edge; 12: First rotating connection edge; 21: Magnet; 22: Upper air guide edge; 23: Second rotating connection edge; 31: Traction component; 32: Second drive mechanism; 41: Air outlet; 42: Mounting platform. Detailed Implementation

[0035] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0036] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure 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 for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0037] In this disclosure, the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for better description of the embodiments of this disclosure and their implementations, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to require them to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the aforementioned terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0038] Furthermore, the terms "set up," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0039] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0040] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0041] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0042] Combination Figure 1 As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides a segmented air guide assembly, which includes a first air guide plate segment 1, a second air guide plate segment 2, and an electromagnetic component.

[0043] The first air guide plate segment 1 can rotate under the drive of the first drive mechanism; the second air guide plate segment 2 is rotatably connected to the first air guide plate segment 1; the electromagnetic component is used to attract the second air guide plate segment 2, wherein, when the second air guide plate segment 2 and the electromagnetic component attract each other, the second air guide plate segment 2 tilts upward so that the segmented air guide component delivers air upward; when the second air guide plate segment 2 is disconnected from the electromagnetic component, the second air guide plate segment 2 droops downward so that the segmented air guide component delivers air downward.

[0044] The segmented air guide assembly provided in this embodiment comprises a first air guide plate segment 1, a second air guide plate segment 2, and an electromagnetic component. The first air guide plate segment 1 can rotate under the drive of a first driving mechanism. The second air guide plate segment 2 is rotatably connected to the first air guide plate segment 1. The electromagnetic component attracts the second air guide plate segment 2. When the second air guide plate segment 2 and the electromagnetic component attract each other, the second air guide plate segment 2 tilts upward, causing the segmented air guide assembly to deliver air upward. The upward air delivery method provided in this embodiment, where the first air guide plate segment 1 and the second air guide plate segment 2 form an angle, achieves true anti-direct blowing. When the second air guide plate segment 2 is disconnected from the electromagnetic component, it droops, and the segmented air guide assembly delivers air downward. By driving the first air guide plate segment 1 through the first driving mechanism, the electromagnetic component and the second air guide plate segment 2 attract each other or disconnect, thus enabling the air guide assembly to deliver air upward or downward. The air guide assembly has few components, a simple structure, and is easy to manufacture, reducing production costs.

[0045] In this embodiment, the first air guide plate segment 1 and the second air guide plate segment 2 are adapted to be disposed at the air outlet 41 of the indoor unit of the air conditioner. When the indoor unit of the air conditioner is off, the first air guide plate segment 1 and the second air guide plate segment 2 cooperate to completely close the air outlet 41. When the indoor unit of the air conditioner is working, the first air guide plate segment 1 and the second air guide plate segment 2 cooperate to open the air outlet 41. Both ends of the first air guide plate segment 1 are rotatably fixed to the side walls on both sides of the indoor unit of the air conditioner, and one end of the first air guide plate segment 1 can be driven to connect with the first drive mechanism. For example, the rotating shaft at one end of the first air guide plate segment 1 can be connected to the output shaft of the first drive mechanism through a belt or hinge. The first drive mechanism can drive the first air guide plate segment 1 to rotate clockwise or counterclockwise as needed. It is understood that the drive connection form between the first air guide plate segment 1 and the first drive mechanism is not limited to the above situation.

[0046] Optionally, the first drive mechanism is a motor. Of course, the first drive mechanism is not limited to a motor and can also be other types.

[0047] In this embodiment, the second air guide plate segment 2 is rotatably connected to the first air guide plate segment 1, allowing the second air guide plate segment 2 to rotate around the first air guide plate segment 1. The electromagnetic component has the following characteristics: it is magnetic when energized and loses its magnetism when de-energized. When the electromagnetic component is energized, it is magnetic and can attract the second air guide plate segment 2. Under the action of magnetic force, the second air guide plate segment 2 rotates around the first air guide plate segment 1 and tilts upward, causing the segmented air guide component to deliver air upward. When the electromagnetic component is de-energized, it loses its magnetism, and the connection between the electromagnetic component and the second air guide plate segment 2 is broken. Under the action of gravity, the second air guide plate segment 2 rotates around the first air guide plate segment 1 and droops downward, causing the segmented air guide component to deliver air downward.

[0048] In some alternative embodiments, combined with Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the electromagnetic assembly includes one or more electromagnetic elements 3, wherein the electromagnetic element 3 includes: a traction member 31 and a second drive mechanism 32; the traction member 31 is provided with an electromagnetic coil; the second drive mechanism 32 is used to drive the traction member 31 to move up and down, wherein the second air guide plate section 2 is provided with a magnet 21 that can be attracted by the electromagnetic coil.

[0049] In this optional embodiment, the electromagnetic assembly includes one or more electromagnetic elements 3, all of which can be used to attract the second air guide plate segment 2. The electromagnetic element 3 includes a traction member 31 and a second drive mechanism 32. The traction member 31 is provided with an electromagnetic coil, and the second air guide plate segment 2 is provided with a magnet 21 that can be attracted by the electromagnetic coil. Thus, when the segmented air guide assembly needs to deliver air upward, the electromagnetic coil is energized to generate magnetism, attracting the magnet 21. The magnet 21 drives the second air guide plate segment 2 to tilt upward, causing the segmented air guide assembly to deliver air upward. When the segmented air guide assembly needs to deliver air downward, the electromagnetic coil is de-energized and loses its magnetism, causing the second air guide plate segment 2 to droop, causing the segmented air guide assembly to deliver air downward.

[0050] An electromagnetic coil is created by utilizing the magnetic field that exists around a current-carrying conductor. When current flows through the coil, a certain electromagnetic field is generated around it. Electromagnetic coils have the following advantages: the presence or absence of magnetism can be controlled by switching the current on and off; the strength of the magnetism can be controlled by changing the strength of the current or the number of turns in the coil; the strength of the magnetism can also be controlled by changing the resistance of the circuit, thus changing the current; and the direction of the current can also be used to control the magnetism.

[0051] In some alternative embodiments, the segmented air guide assembly further includes a control unit;

[0052] When the air conditioner is in its first operating mode, combined with Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the control unit is configured to: control the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate segment 1 to rotate to a first angle; control the traction member 31 to attract the second air guide plate segment 2; and control the second drive mechanism 32 to drive the traction member 31 to move upward, so as to drive the second air guide plate segment 2 to rotate around the first air guide plate segment 1, so that the second air guide plate segment 2 and the first air guide plate segment 1 are on the same plane, and then continue to control the second drive mechanism 32 to drive the traction member 31 to move upward, so that the second air guide plate segment 2 tilts upward, so that the segmented air guide assembly delivers air upward. Optionally, the first operating mode can be a cooling mode.

[0053] Alternatively, when the air conditioner is in the second operating mode, combined with Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the control unit is configured to: control the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate segment 1 to rotate to the second angle; control the traction member 31 to disconnect from the second air guide plate segment 2, so that the second air guide plate segment 2 hangs down, causing the segmented air guide assembly to deliver air downwards. Optionally, the second operating mode is a heating mode.

[0054] In this optional embodiment, when the air conditioner is in the first operating mode, the control unit controls the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate segment 1 to rotate to the first angle; the control unit controls the electromagnetic coil in the traction component 31 to be energized, and the energized electromagnetic coil generates a magnetic field, which attracts the magnet 21 on the second air guide plate segment 2. At the same time, the control unit controls the second drive mechanism 32 to drive the traction component 31 to move upward, so that the second air guide plate segment 2 rotates around the first air guide plate segment 1. When the second air guide plate segment 2 and the first air guide plate segment 1 are on the same plane, the control unit continues to control the second drive mechanism to drive the traction component 31 to move upward, and the second air guide plate segment 2 tilts upward, and the segmented air guide assembly delivers air upward, achieving the anti-direct blowing effect. When the air conditioner is in the second operating mode, the control unit controls the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate segment 1 to rotate to the second angle, controls the electromagnetic coil in the traction component 31 to be de-energized, and the electromagnetic coil does not generate a magnetic force on the magnet 21 after being de-energized. The free end of the second air guide plate segment 2 hangs down under the action of gravity, and the segmented air guide assembly delivers air downward.

[0055] In this embodiment of the disclosure, combined with Figure 1 As shown, when the air conditioner is in the off state, the controller controls the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate section 1 to rotate to the initial position. When the first air guide plate section 1 is in the initial position, it can close part of the air outlet 41. At the same time, the controller controls the electromagnetic coil to be energized. The lower end of the traction member 31 is located at the air outlet 41 of the air conditioner. The magnet 21 on the second air guide plate section 2 is attracted by the traction member 31. The air outlet 41 of the air conditioner is closed by the first air guide plate section 1 and the second air guide plate section 2.

[0056] When the air conditioner starts operating in the first operating mode from the off state, the controller controls the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate segment 1 to rotate to the first angle; at the same time, it controls the second drive mechanism 32 to drive the traction component 31 to move downward, so as to drive the second air guide plate segment 2 to rotate around the first air guide plate segment 1. According to the actual need for upward air supply, the second air guide plate segment 2 is tilted upward to realize the upward air supply of the segmented air guide assembly.

[0057] When the air conditioner starts operating in the second operating mode from the off state, the controller controls the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate segment 1 to rotate to the second angle; the controller controls the electromagnetic coil to be de-energized, and the free end of the second air guide plate segment 2 hangs down under the action of gravity, and the segmented air guide assembly sends air downward.

[0058] In some alternative embodiments, combined with Figure 3 As shown, the traction component 31 includes a traction column, wherein an electromagnetic coil is disposed at the lower part of the traction column, and / or the electromagnetic coil is disposed inside the traction column.

[0059] In this optional embodiment, when the second drive mechanism 32 drives the traction column of the traction member 31 to move up and down, the traction column can drive the electromagnetic coil to move up and down. When the electromagnetic coil moves up and down and is energized, it can drive the second air guide plate section 2 to rotate around the first air guide plate section 1.

[0060] Optionally, the second drive mechanism 32 includes a motor and a guide structure. The guide structure allows the traction column to move back and forth in a certain direction without rotation or deviation. The motor's output shaft is equipped with a gear, and the traction column has a rack that meshes with the gear. Thus, when the motor rotates, it can drive the traction column to move up and down. It is understood that the driving method between the traction member 31 and the second drive mechanism 32 is not limited to the above. As long as the second drive mechanism 32 can drive the traction member 31 to move up and down, it is within the scope of protection of this application.

[0061] In some alternative embodiments, combined with Figure 6 As shown, when the segmented air guide assembly closes the air outlet 41 of the indoor unit of the air conditioner, the first air guide plate segment 1 includes a lower air guide edge 11 near the lower frame of the air outlet 41, and a first rotatable connecting edge 12 opposite to the lower air guide edge 11; the second air guide plate segment 2 includes an upper air guide edge 22 near the upper frame of the air outlet 41, and a second rotatable connecting edge 23 opposite to the upper air guide edge 22; wherein, the first rotatable connecting edge 12 and the second rotatable connecting edge 23 are rotatably connected.

[0062] In this optional embodiment, the first air guide plate segment 1 includes a lower air guide edge 11 and a first rotatable connecting edge 12 opposite to the lower air guide edge 11; the second air guide plate segment 2 includes an upper air guide edge 22 and a second rotatable connecting edge 23 opposite to the upper air guide edge 22; the first rotatable connecting edge 12 and the second rotatable connecting edge 23 are rotatably connected, so that under the action of the traction member 31, the second air guide plate segment 2 can easily rotate around the first air guide plate segment 1.

[0063] In some alternative embodiments, combined with Figure 7 As shown, the first rotating connecting edge 12 includes a rotating shaft, and the second rotating connecting edge 23 includes an arc-shaped wrapping wall that wraps around the rotating shaft and is rotatable about the rotating shaft; or, the second rotating connecting edge 23 includes a rotating shaft, and the first rotating connecting edge 12 includes an arc-shaped wrapping wall that wraps around the rotating shaft and is rotatable about the rotating shaft.

[0064] In this optional embodiment, the first rotating connecting edge 12 includes a rotating shaft, and the second rotating connecting edge 23 includes an arc-shaped wrapping wall that wraps around the rotating shaft and can rotate around the rotating shaft; or, the second rotating connecting edge 23 includes a rotating shaft, and the first rotating connecting edge 12 includes an arc-shaped wrapping wall that wraps around the rotating shaft and can rotate around the rotating shaft; by the cooperation of the rotating shaft and the arc-shaped wrapping wall, the rotating connection of the first air guide plate segment 1 and the second air guide plate segment 2 can be realized, which has high structural strength and is convenient to process and manufacture.

[0065] In some alternative embodiments, the magnet 21 is disposed at the upper air guide edge 22 of the second air guide plate section 2.

[0066] In this optional embodiment, by placing the magnet 21 on the upper air guide edge 22 of the second air guide plate section 2, when the electromagnetic coil is energized, the magnet 21 located on the upper air guide edge 22 of the second air guide plate section 2 is more easily attracted by the electromagnetic coil, causing the second air guide plate section 2 to rotate around the first air guide plate section 1.

[0067] Combination Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown in the figure, this disclosure provides an indoor air conditioning unit, which includes a segmented air guide plate.

[0068] When the indoor unit of an air conditioner needs cooling, users prefer the cool air to blow towards the upper part of the room. This is because cold air is denser than the air inside the room during cooling, and the cool air blowing towards the upper part of the room will sink, quickly lowering the room temperature. Instead of blowing the cool air directly to the ground, which would cause cold air to accumulate in the lower part of the room, resulting in cold feet and a hot head, and direct airflow onto the body would cause discomfort. When the indoor unit of the air conditioner is cooling, it operates in the first mode.

[0069] In some alternative embodiments, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes a housing 4 with an air outlet 41. The housing 4 includes a mounting platform 42 and a through hole. The mounting platform 42 is disposed at the upper edge of the air outlet 41 and is used to install the second drive mechanism 32 of the electromagnetic component. The through hole passes through the mounting platform 42 and is used to allow the traction member 31 of the electromagnetic component to move up and down through it.

[0070] In this optional embodiment, a mounting platform 42 and a through hole are provided in the housing 4 of the indoor unit of the air conditioner. The mounting platform 42 is located at the upper edge of the air outlet 41 and is used to install the second drive mechanism 32 of the electromagnetic component. The through hole passes through the mounting platform 42, so that the traction member 31 of the electromagnetic component can move up and down through it. In this way, the mounting platform 42 can fix the second drive mechanism 32, and when the second drive mechanism 32 is working, it can drive the traction member 31 to move up and down through the through hole.

[0071] In some alternative embodiments, the electromagnetic component includes a first electromagnetic element and a second electromagnetic element respectively disposed at both ends of the upper edge of the air outlet 41, and the second air guide plate segment 2 includes a first magnet and a second magnet respectively disposed at both ends of the upper air guide edge 22, wherein the first magnet can be attracted by the first electromagnetic element and the second magnet can be attracted by the second electromagnetic element.

[0072] In this optional embodiment, by setting a first electromagnetic element and a second electromagnetic element at both ends of the upper edge of the air outlet 41, and setting a first magnet and a second magnet at both ends of the upper air guide edge 22 of the second air guide plate section 2, the first magnet can be attracted by the first electromagnetic element and the second magnet can be attracted by the second electromagnetic element. In this way, the two ends of the second air guide plate section 2 are subjected to uniform force, which is beneficial to maintaining the structural stability of the segmented air guide assembly.

[0073] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included or substituted for parts and features of other embodiments. Embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A segmented air guide assembly, characterized in that, include: The first air guide plate section (1) can rotate under the drive of the first drive mechanism; The second air guide plate section (2) is rotatably connected to the first air guide plate section (1); and, Electromagnetic components are used to attract the second air guide plate segment (2). Specifically, when the second air guide plate segment (2) attracts the electromagnetic component, the second air guide plate segment (2) tilts upward to allow the segmented air guide component to deliver air upward; when the second air guide plate segment (2) disconnects from the electromagnetic component, the second air guide plate segment (2) droops downward to allow the segmented air guide component to deliver air downward. The electromagnetic assembly includes one or more electromagnetic elements (3), wherein the electromagnetic element (3) includes a traction member (31) and a second drive mechanism (32), the traction member (31) is provided with an electromagnetic coil; the second drive mechanism (32) is used to drive the traction member (31) to move up and down, and the second air guide plate section (2) is provided with a magnet (21) that can be attracted by the electromagnetic coil. The segmented air guide assembly also includes a control unit, which is configured to: when the air conditioner is in the second operating mode. Control the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate section (1) to rotate to the second angle; The traction component (31) is disconnected from the second air guide plate segment (2), and the second air guide plate segment (2) is drooping, so that the segmented air guide assembly sends air downward.

2. The segmented air guide assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the air conditioner is in the first operating mode, the control unit is configured as follows: Control the first drive mechanism to drive the first air guide plate section (1) to rotate to the first angle; The traction member (31) is controlled to attract the second air guide plate segment (2), and the second drive mechanism (32) drives the traction member (31) to move upward, so as to drive the second air guide plate segment (2) to rotate around the first air guide plate segment (1), so that the second air guide plate segment (2) and the first air guide plate segment (1) are on the same plane. Then, the second drive mechanism (32) is controlled to drive the traction member (31) to move upward, and the second air guide plate segment (2) tilts upward, so that the segmented air guide assembly sends air upward.

3. The segmented air guide assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The traction component (31) includes a traction column. The electromagnetic coil is disposed at the lower part of the traction column, and / or the electromagnetic coil is disposed inside the traction column.

4. The segmented air guide assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the segmented air guide assembly closes the air outlet (41) of the indoor unit of the air conditioner, The first air guide plate segment (1) includes a lower air guide edge (11) near the lower frame of the air outlet (41) and a first rotating connection edge (12) opposite to the lower air guide edge (11). The second air guide plate segment (2) includes an upper air guide edge (22) near the upper frame of the air outlet (41) and a second rotating connecting edge (23) opposite to the upper air guide edge (22). The first rotating connecting edge (12) and the second rotating connecting edge (23) are rotatably connected.

5. The segmented air guide assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first rotating connecting edge (12) includes a pivot, and the second rotating connecting edge (23) includes an arc-shaped enclosure wall that wraps around the pivot and is rotatable about the pivot; or, The second rotating connecting edge (23) includes a pivot, and the first rotating connecting edge (12) includes an arc-shaped wrapping wall that wraps around the pivot and is rotatable about the pivot.

6. The segmented air guide assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The magnet (21) is located at the upper air guide edge (22) of the second air guide plate section (2).

7. An indoor unit for an air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the segmented air guide assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 6.

8. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes a housing (4) with an air outlet (41), the housing (4) comprising: Mounting platform (42), located at the upper edge of the air outlet (41), is used to mount the second drive mechanism (32) of the electromagnetic assembly; and, A through hole passes through the mounting platform (42) to allow the traction member (31) of the electromagnetic assembly to move up and down through it.

9. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that, The electromagnetic assembly includes a first electromagnetic element and a second electromagnetic element respectively disposed at both ends of the upper edge of the air outlet (41), and the second air guide plate segment (2) includes a first magnet and a second magnet respectively disposed at both ends of the upper air guide edge (22). The first magnet can be attracted by the first electromagnetic element, and the second magnet can be attracted by the second electromagnetic element.

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