Integral air conditioner

Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of household appliances, and particularly relates to a whole air conditioner, which comprises a casing, a first chamber and a second chamber arranged in the casing, a first air inlet and a first air outlet arranged on the casing and communicated with the first chamber, the second chamber arranged in the indoor side, a second air inlet and a second air outlet arranged on the casing and communicated with the second chamber, a first heat exchanger arranged in the first chamber, a second heat exchanger arranged in the second chamber, the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger communicated through a refrigerant pipeline, a first through hole arranged between the first chamber and the second chamber, and a first control valve arranged in the first through hole, the first control valve being capable of exposing the first through hole when being opened so as to make the first chamber and the second chamber communicated with each other, and the first control valve being capable of shielding the first through hole when being closed so as to isolate the first chamber from the second chamber. The application is favorable for improving the indoor air quality and reducing the bacterial content in the indoor air.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the field of household appliance technology, specifically relating to an integrated air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioners are divided into split-type air conditioners and unit-type air conditioners. Split-type air conditioners consist of an outdoor unit and an indoor unit. The outdoor unit houses the compressor and condenser, while the indoor unit contains the evaporator and a cross-flow fan. The compressor, condenser, and evaporator are connected by refrigerant piping. The cross-flow fan guides indoor air through the evaporator, where it exchanges heat before being blown out of the indoor unit into the environment, thus lowering the ambient temperature. Unit-type air conditioners, on the other hand, consist of only one enclosure. The compressor, condenser, and evaporator are all housed within this enclosure, with the outdoor and indoor sides located on opposite sides, allowing the condenser and evaporator to exchange heat with the outdoor and indoor air respectively. Compared to split-type air conditioners, unit-type air conditioners are smaller and less expensive, making them more advantageous for applications such as mobile breakfast rooms and container houses.

[0003] In related technological solutions, users typically close doors and windows when using air conditioning, keeping the indoor environment closed. However, this prevents air circulation, allowing harmful bacteria in the indoor air to multiply and proliferate. Furthermore, these air conditioners lack sterilization functions, which may negatively impact user health after prolonged use. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In order to solve the above-mentioned problems in the related technology, namely the lack of sterilization function in air conditioners in the related technology, this application provides an integrated air conditioner.

[0005] This application provides an integrated air conditioner, including a casing, with a first chamber and a second chamber inside the casing; the first chamber is located on the outdoor side, and the casing has a first air inlet and a first air outlet communicating with the first chamber; the second chamber is located on the indoor side, and the casing has a second air inlet and a second air outlet communicating with the second chamber.

[0006] The first chamber is equipped with a first heat exchanger, and the second chamber is equipped with a second heat exchanger. The first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger are connected by a refrigerant pipeline. A first through hole is provided between the first chamber and the second chamber. A first control valve is provided in the first through hole. When the first control valve is open, the first through hole can be exposed to allow the first chamber and the second chamber to communicate with each other. When the first control valve is closed, the first through hole can be blocked to isolate the first chamber and the second chamber.

[0007] As described above, in the integrated air conditioner, when the air conditioner is operating in cooling mode, the first control valve is opened, and outdoor air flows into the first chamber through the first air inlet. After being heated and sterilized by the first heat exchanger, it flows into the second chamber through the first through hole, and is then cooled by the second heat exchanger before being sent into the room through the second air outlet.

[0008] When the air conditioner is operating in heating mode, the first control valve is closed, and indoor air flows into the second chamber through the second air inlet. After being heated and sterilized by the second heat exchanger, it is sent into the room through the second air outlet.

[0009] As described above, in the integrated air conditioner, optionally, a first air duct is provided in the first chamber and a second air duct is provided in the second chamber. Along a first direction, the first air duct and the second air duct are arranged adjacent to each other, and a first through hole and a first control valve are provided between the first air duct and the second air duct.

[0010] The first air inlet is connected to the air inlet side of the first heat exchanger, the air outlet side of the first heat exchanger is connected to the first air duct, and the first air outlet is connected to the first air duct.

[0011] The second air inlet is connected to the second air duct, the second air duct is connected to the air inlet side of the second heat exchanger, and the air outlet side of the second heat exchanger is connected to the second air outlet.

[0012] As described above, in the integrated air conditioner, optionally, the first air inlet and the second air outlet are located on one side of the casing along the first direction, and the first air outlet and the second air inlet are located on one side of the casing along the second direction.

[0013] Wherein, the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0014] As described above, the integrated air conditioner may optionally include a third air duct in the second chamber, with the air outlet side of the second heat exchanger connected to the third air duct, a second through hole between the second air duct and the third air duct, and a second control valve provided in the second through hole.

[0015] When the first control valve is open, the second control valve is also open to expose the second through hole, thus connecting the second air duct and the third air duct; when the first control valve is closed, the second control valve is closed to block the second through hole, thus isolating the second air duct and the third air duct.

[0016] As described above, in the integrated air conditioner, the first air duct may optionally include a first part and a second part that are connected to each other. The first part is disposed near the first air outlet and extends along the first direction, the second part extends along the second direction, and the first heat exchanger is disposed on the side of the second part facing the casing.

[0017] The second air duct includes a third part and a fourth part that are connected to each other. The third part is located near the second air inlet and extends along the first direction, and the fourth part extends along the second direction. The second heat exchanger is located on the side of the fourth part facing the casing.

[0018] The third air duct is located on the side of the second heat exchanger facing the casing and extends along the first direction. The third air duct and the third part are provided with the second through hole and the second control valve.

[0019] The integrated air conditioner described above may optionally also include a controller, which is communicatively connected to the first control valve and the second control valve.

[0020] As described above, in the integrated air conditioner, optionally, when the air conditioner is operating in cooling mode, the heat exchange temperature of the first heat exchanger is greater than or equal to 57°C; when the air conditioner is operating in heating mode, the heat exchange temperature of the second heat exchanger is greater than or equal to 57°C.

[0021] The integrated air conditioner described above may optionally also include a compressor and a four-way valve. The first end of the first heat exchanger is connected to the first end of the second heat exchanger through a first refrigerant pipeline, and the second end of the first heat exchanger is connected to the second end of the second heat exchanger through a second refrigerant pipeline. The compressor and the four-way valve are both located on the first refrigerant pipeline.

[0022] Optionally, the integrated air conditioner described above may also include a third chamber along a second direction, the third chamber being disposed on one side of the first and second chambers, and the compressor and the four-way valve being disposed within the third chamber.

[0023] Those skilled in the art will understand that the embodiments of this application provide an integrated air conditioner, including a casing, with a first chamber and a second chamber inside the casing; the first chamber is disposed on the outdoor side, and the casing has a first air inlet and a first air outlet communicating with the first chamber; the second chamber is disposed on the indoor side, and the casing has a second air inlet and a second air outlet communicating with the second chamber; a first heat exchanger is disposed in the first chamber, and a second heat exchanger is disposed in the second chamber, the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger being connected through a refrigerant pipeline; a first through hole is provided between the first chamber and the second chamber, and a first control valve is disposed in the first through hole; when the first control valve is open, the first through hole can be exposed to allow the first chamber and the second chamber to communicate with each other; when the first control valve is closed, the first through hole can be covered to isolate the first chamber and the second chamber. With the above configuration, the first control valve can open the first through hole, thereby connecting the first chamber and the second chamber to each other. This allows fresh outdoor air to be replenished into the room in a timely manner, and the air can be sterilized at high temperature when passing through the first heat exchanger or the second heat exchanger, which helps to improve indoor air quality and reduce the bacterial content in the indoor air. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 This is a simplified structural diagram of an integrated air conditioner provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a simplified equivalent structural diagram of an integrated air conditioner in cooling mode according to an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a simplified equivalent structural diagram of an integrated air conditioner in heating mode according to an embodiment of this application.

[0028] Figure label: 100 - First chamber; 101 - First air inlet; 102 - First air outlet; 110 - First heat exchanger; 120 - First air duct; 200 - Second chamber; 201 - Second air inlet; 202 - Second air outlet; 210 - Second heat exchanger; 220 - Second air duct; 230 - Third air duct; 231 - Second through hole; 300 - First through hole; 400 - Third chamber; 410 - Compressor; 420 - Four-way valve; 510 - First refrigerant line; 520 - Second refrigerant line; X - First direction; Y - Second direction. Detailed Implementation

[0029] In related technological solutions, users typically close doors and windows when using air conditioning, keeping the indoor environment closed. However, this prevents air circulation, allowing harmful bacteria in the indoor air to multiply and proliferate. Furthermore, these air conditioners lack sterilization functions, which may negatively impact user health after prolonged use.

[0030] In view of this, this application aims to provide an integrated air conditioner, which provides a first through hole between a first chamber and a second chamber, and uses a first control valve to control the opening or closing of the first through hole, thereby enabling the first chamber and the second chamber to communicate with each other. In any mode, the air can be sterilized at high temperature using the first heat exchanger or the second heat exchanger, and then flows into the room after sterilization, thereby improving indoor air quality and reducing the bacterial content in the indoor air.

[0031] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a simplified structural diagram of an integrated air conditioner provided in one embodiment of this application. Please refer to... Figure 1 This embodiment provides an integrated air conditioner (hereinafter referred to as "air conditioner"), which may be a window air conditioner or a window-type air conditioner. The air conditioner includes a casing, and a first chamber 100 and a second chamber 200 are provided inside the casing. The first chamber 100 is installed on the outdoor side, and the casing has a first air inlet 101 and a first air outlet 102 communicating with the first chamber 100. The second chamber 200 is installed on the indoor side, and the casing has a second air inlet 201 and a second air outlet 202 communicating with the second chamber 200. In use, the air conditioner of this embodiment is installed in a window or wall, so that the air conditioner passes through the window or wall, and the first chamber 100 is located outdoors, and the second chamber 200 is located indoors.

[0033] Furthermore, in this embodiment, a first heat exchanger 110 is provided in the first chamber 100, and a second heat exchanger 210 is provided in the second chamber 200. The first heat exchanger 110 and the second heat exchanger 210 are connected by a refrigerant pipeline, thereby realizing the circulation of refrigerant between the first heat exchanger 110 and the second heat exchanger 210. A first through hole 300 is provided between the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200, and a first control valve is provided in the first through hole 300. When the first control valve is open, the first through hole 300 is exposed, so that the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200 are interconnected; when the first control valve is closed, the first through hole 300 is blocked, so as to isolate the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200. The first control valve may be, for example, a solenoid valve, which is connected in communication with the air conditioner controller and is opened or closed under the control of the controller.

[0034] In this embodiment, the first through hole 300 can be opened by the first control valve, so that the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200 are connected to each other, allowing fresh outdoor air to be replenished into the room in a timely manner. Furthermore, the air can be sterilized at high temperature when passing through the first heat exchanger 110 or the second heat exchanger 210, which helps to improve indoor air quality and reduce the bacterial content in the indoor air.

[0035] Figure 2 This is a simplified equivalent structural diagram of an integrated air conditioner in cooling mode according to an embodiment of this application. Please refer to... Figure 2 (The arrows in the diagram indicate the airflow direction.) In this embodiment, when the air conditioner is operating in cooling mode, the first control valve opens, and outdoor air flows into the first chamber 100 through the first air inlet 101. After being heated and sterilized by the first heat exchanger 110, part of the air flows into the second chamber 200 through the first through-hole 300, and the other part flows to the outside through the first air outlet 102. The heated air flowing into the second chamber 200 is then cooled by the second heat exchanger 210 and sent into the room through the second air outlet 202.

[0036] Through the above methods, this embodiment can replenish fresh air into the room during cooling mode, thereby improving indoor air quality. Furthermore, outdoor air can be heated and sterilized as it passes through the first heat exchanger 110, which helps reduce the bacterial content in the indoor air.

[0037] Figure 3 This is a simplified equivalent structural diagram of an integrated air conditioner in heating mode according to an embodiment of this application. Please refer to... Figure 3(The arrows in the diagram indicate the airflow direction.) When the air conditioner is operating in heating mode, the first control valve is closed, and indoor air flows into the second chamber 200 through the second air inlet 201. After being heated and sterilized by the second heat exchanger 210, it is sent into the room through the second air outlet 202. At the same time, outdoor air flows into the first chamber 100 through the first air inlet 101, exchanges heat with the first heat exchanger 110, and then flows to the outside through the first air outlet 102.

[0038] In this embodiment, the second heat exchanger 210 is used to heat and sterilize indoor air in heating mode, thereby helping to reduce the bacterial content in indoor air.

[0039] Preferably, in this embodiment, when the air conditioner is operating in cooling mode, the first heat exchanger 110 is maintained at a relatively high temperature, for example, the heat exchange temperature of the first heat exchanger 110 is greater than or equal to 57°C, thereby ensuring a good sterilization effect on outdoor air in cooling mode. When the air conditioner is operating in heating mode, the second heat exchanger 210 is maintained at a relatively high temperature, for example, the heat exchange temperature of the second heat exchanger 210 is greater than or equal to 57°C, thereby ensuring a good sterilization effect on indoor air in heating mode.

[0040] Please continue to refer to Figure 1 In one possible implementation, the first chamber 100 of this embodiment is provided with a first air duct 120, and the second chamber 200 is provided with a second air duct 220. Along the first direction X, the first air duct 120 and the second air duct 220 are arranged adjacent to each other, and the first through hole 300 and the first control valve are provided between the first air duct 120 and the second air duct 220.

[0041] Furthermore, the first air inlet 101 is connected to the air inlet side of the first heat exchanger 110, the air outlet side of the first heat exchanger 110 is connected to the first air duct 120, and the first air outlet 102 is connected to the first air duct 120. The second air inlet 201 is connected to the second air duct 220, the second air duct 220 is connected to the air inlet side of the second heat exchanger 210, and the air outlet side of the second heat exchanger 210 is connected to the second air outlet 202.

[0042] Optionally, in this embodiment, the first air inlet 101 and the second air outlet 202 are located on one side of the casing along the first direction X, and the first air outlet 102 and the second air inlet 201 are located on one side of the casing along the second direction Y; wherein, the first direction X and the second direction Y are perpendicular to each other.

[0043] With the above settings, in cooling mode, outdoor air enters the air conditioner from the first air inlet 101 and then flows out of the air conditioner from the second air outlet 202. Since the first through hole 300 of the first air inlet 101 and the second air outlet 202 are both located in the first direction X, the loss of outdoor air when flowing inside the air conditioner can be reduced.

[0044] Please continue to refer to Figure 1 In one possible implementation, a third air duct 230 is further provided within the second chamber 200. The air outlet side of the second heat exchanger 210 is connected to the third air duct 230. A second through hole 231 is provided between the second air duct 220 and the third air duct 230, and a second control valve is provided within the second through hole 231. When the first control valve is open, the second control valve opens to expose the second through hole 231, connecting the second air duct 220 and the third air duct 230. When the first control valve is closed, the second control valve closes to block the second through hole 231, isolating the second air duct 220 and the third air duct 230. The second control valve may be, for example, a solenoid valve, which is connected in communication with the air conditioner's controller and is opened or closed under the control of the controller.

[0045] With the above settings, in cooling mode, part of the air outlet of the second heat exchanger 210 can flow back into the second air duct 220, thereby mixing with the high-temperature air flowing in from the first air duct 120, so as to reduce the temperature of the air flowing through the second heat exchanger 210, which is beneficial to improving the heat exchange efficiency of the air conditioner.

[0046] Optionally, the first air duct 120 in this embodiment includes a first part and a second part that are connected to each other. The first part is disposed near the first air outlet 102 and extends along the first direction X, the second part extends along the second direction Y, and the first heat exchanger 110 is disposed on the side of the second part facing the casing.

[0047] The second air duct 220 includes a third part and a fourth part that are connected to each other. The third part is located near the second air inlet 201 and extends along the first direction X. The fourth part extends along the second direction Y. The second heat exchanger 210 is located on the side of the fourth part facing the casing.

[0048] The third air duct 230 is located on the side of the second heat exchanger 210 facing the casing and extends along the first direction X. The second through hole 231 and the second control valve are provided between the third air duct 230 and the third part.

[0049] Please continue to refer to Figure 1 In one possible implementation, the air conditioner of this embodiment further includes a compressor 410 and a four-way valve 420. The first end of the first heat exchanger 110 is connected to the first end of the second heat exchanger 210 through a first refrigerant pipe 510, and the second end of the first heat exchanger 110 is connected to the second end of the second heat exchanger 210 through a second refrigerant pipe 520. Both the compressor 410 and the four-way valve 420 are mounted on the first refrigerant pipe 510.

[0050] Specifically, the air conditioner also includes a third chamber 400. Along the second direction Y, the third chamber 400 is located on one side of the first chamber 100 and the second chamber 200. The compressor 410 and the four-way valve 420 are both located in the third chamber 400. The compressor 410 and the four-way valve 420 can change the flow direction of the refrigerant in the first refrigerant line 510, thereby enabling the air conditioner to achieve different operating modes.

[0051] In summary, this embodiment can replenish fresh air into the room during cooling mode, thereby improving indoor air quality. Furthermore, outdoor air can be heated and sterilized by the first heat exchanger 110, which helps reduce the bacterial content in the indoor air. During heating mode, the second heat exchanger 210 is used to heat and sterilize the indoor air, further reducing the bacterial content.

[0052] In the description of the embodiments of this application, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0053] In the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0054] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be understood that the terms "inner", "outer", "upper", "bottom", "front", "rear", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship (if any) based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0055] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. An integrated air conditioner, characterized in that, The device includes a housing, which contains a first chamber and a second chamber. The first chamber is located on the outdoor side, and the housing has a first air inlet and a first air outlet communicating with the first chamber. The second chamber is located on the indoor side, and the housing has a second air inlet and a second air outlet communicating with the second chamber. The first chamber is equipped with a first heat exchanger, and the second chamber is equipped with a second heat exchanger. The first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger are connected by a refrigerant pipeline. A first through hole is provided between the first chamber and the second chamber, and a first control valve is provided in the first through hole. When the first control valve is open, the first through hole can be exposed to allow the first chamber and the second chamber to communicate with each other. When the first control valve is closed, the first through hole can be blocked to isolate the first chamber and the second chamber. When the air conditioner is running in cooling mode, the first control valve is opened, and outdoor air flows into the first chamber through the first air inlet. After being heated and sterilized by the first heat exchanger, it flows into the second chamber through the first through hole. After being cooled by the second heat exchanger, it is sent into the room through the second air outlet. When the air conditioner is operating in heating mode, the first control valve is closed, and indoor air flows into the second chamber through the second air inlet. After being heated and sterilized by the second heat exchanger, it is sent into the room through the second air outlet. The first chamber is provided with a first air duct, and the second chamber is provided with a second air duct. Along the first direction, the first air duct and the second air duct are arranged adjacent to each other, and the first through hole and the first control valve are provided between the first air duct and the second air duct. The first air inlet and the second air outlet are located on one side of the housing along the first direction, and the first air outlet and the second air inlet are located on one side of the housing along the second direction. Wherein, the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other; The second chamber is also provided with a third air duct, the air outlet side of the second heat exchanger is connected to the third air duct, a second through hole is provided between the second air duct and the third air duct, and a second control valve is provided in the second through hole; When the first control valve is open, the second control valve is open to expose the second through hole, so that the second air duct and the third air duct are connected; when the first control valve is closed, the second control valve is closed to cover the second through hole, thus isolating the second air duct and the third air duct. When the air conditioner is operating in cooling mode, the heat exchange temperature of the first heat exchanger is greater than or equal to 57°C; when the air conditioner is operating in heating mode, the heat exchange temperature of the second heat exchanger is greater than or equal to 57°C. The first air inlet is connected to the air inlet side of the first heat exchanger, the air outlet side of the first heat exchanger is connected to the first air duct, and the first air outlet is connected to the first air duct. The second air inlet is connected to the second air duct, the second air duct is connected to the air inlet side of the second heat exchanger, and the air outlet side of the second heat exchanger is connected to the second air outlet.

2. The integrated air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first air duct includes a first part and a second part that are connected to each other. The first part is located near the first air outlet and extends along the first direction. The second part extends along the second direction. The first heat exchanger is located on the side of the second part facing the casing. The second air duct includes a third part and a fourth part that are connected to each other. The third part is located near the second air inlet and extends along the first direction, and the fourth part extends along the second direction. The second heat exchanger is located on the side of the fourth part facing the casing. The third air duct is located on the side of the second heat exchanger facing the casing and extends along the first direction. The third air duct and the third part are provided with the second through hole and the second control valve.

3. The integrated air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a controller, which is communicatively connected to the first control valve and the second control valve.

4. The integrated air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, It also includes a compressor and a four-way valve. The first end of the first heat exchanger is connected to the first end of the second heat exchanger through a first refrigerant pipeline, and the second end of the first heat exchanger is connected to the second end of the second heat exchanger through a second refrigerant pipeline. The compressor and the four-way valve are both installed on the first refrigerant pipeline.

5. The integrated air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that, It also includes a third chamber along the second direction, the third chamber being disposed on one side of the first and second chambers, and the compressor and the four-way valve being disposed in the third chamber.

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