Interconnection control method and device of air conditioner and smart shower head, and air conditioner

Abstract

The present invention provides a method and device for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and a smart shower head, as well as an air conditioner. The method for interconnecting and controlling the air conditioner and the smart shower head includes: receiving a start-up trigger signal from the smart shower head while the air conditioner is running; detecting the outlet water temperature of the smart shower head; obtaining the current set temperature of the air conditioner; and determining an adjusted set temperature of the air conditioner based on the outlet water temperature and the current set temperature, and controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. The solution of the present invention can achieve intelligent interconnection between the air conditioner and the smart shower head, providing a scenario for interconnecting smart home appliances and effectively improving the level of intelligence. It can also automatically adjust the air conditioner based on the actual state of the smart shower head, so that the temperature of the indoor environment meets the user's comfort requirements, thereby improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of intelligent control technology, and in particular to a method and device for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and an intelligent shower head, and the air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] With the development of society and the continuous improvement of people's living standards, people's demands for quality of life are also becoming higher and higher. People are increasingly paying attention to the comfort of their living environment. They are demanding that environmental conditioning devices used in daily life or work are not limited to traditional functions, but more and more want them to be able to adjust in various ways according to users' real-time needs. Environmental conditioning devices can include household appliances such as air conditioners that regulate ambient air parameters.

[0003] However, most current environmental conditioning devices, due to their inherent functional and structural limitations, lack the ability to effectively connect with other devices. For example, current air conditioners and smart showerheads lack effective connectivity, making them unable to intelligently adjust based on their respective states, resulting in a poor user experience. This is especially true when the air conditioner is unable to automatically adjust itself after a shower. Maintaining the air conditioner in its original operating state can cause the user to feel cold, potentially leading to colds and fevers, and negatively impacting the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] One purpose of the present invention is to realize intelligent interconnection between an air conditioner and a smart shower head, thereby effectively improving the level of intelligence.

[0005] A further object of the present invention is to enable the air conditioner to automatically adjust according to the actual state of the smart shower head, thereby improving the user experience.

[0006] In particular, the present invention provides an interconnection control method for an air conditioner and a smart shower, comprising: receiving a start trigger signal of the smart shower when the air conditioner is running; detecting the outlet water temperature of the smart shower; obtaining the current set temperature of the air conditioner; and determining an adjusted set temperature of the air conditioner based on the outlet water temperature and the current set temperature, and controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature.

[0007] Optionally, the step of determining the adjusted set temperature of the air conditioner according to the outlet water temperature and the current set temperature includes: determining a temperature change value according to the outlet water temperature; and calculating the sum of the current set temperature and the temperature change value as the adjusted set temperature.

[0008] Optionally, the step of determining the temperature change value according to the outlet water temperature includes: querying a preset information table to match and obtain the temperature change value corresponding to the outlet water temperature, wherein the preset information table pre-stores temperature change values ​​corresponding to different outlet water temperatures.

[0009] Optionally, before the step of controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature, the step also includes: receiving a shutdown trigger signal of the smart shower and timing the shutdown time of the smart shower; determining whether the shutdown time is greater than or equal to a first preset time; and if so, executing the step of controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature.

[0010] Optionally, when the shutdown time is less than the first preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the current set temperature.

[0011] Optionally, after the step of controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature, the step also includes: timing the adjustment time of the air conditioner operating according to the adjusted set temperature; determining whether the adjustment time is greater than or equal to a second preset time; and if so, controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the current set temperature.

[0012] Optionally, when the adjustment time is less than the second preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the adjusted set temperature.

[0013] Optionally, a temperature sensor is provided in a water outlet pipe connected to the smart shower, and the step of detecting the outlet water temperature of the smart shower includes: detecting the outlet water temperature at the water outlet pipe using the temperature sensor.

[0014] According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided an interconnection control device for an air conditioner and a smart shower, comprising: a processor and a memory, wherein a control program is stored in the memory, and when the control program is executed by the processor, it is used to implement any of the above-mentioned interconnection control methods for an air conditioner and a smart shower.

[0015] According to another aspect of the present invention, there is provided an air conditioner having the interconnection control device of the air conditioner and the smart shower head.

[0016] The interconnection control method, device and air conditioner of the air conditioner and smart shower of the present invention receive a start trigger signal of the smart shower when the air conditioner is running, detect the water temperature of the smart shower, obtain the current set temperature of the air conditioner, determine the adjusted set temperature of the air conditioner according to the water temperature and the current set temperature, and control the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. This can realize the intelligent interconnection of the air conditioner and the smart shower, provide a scenario for the interconnection of smart home appliances, and effectively improve the level of intelligence.

[0017] Furthermore, the interconnected control method, device and air conditioner of the air conditioner and the smart shower of the present invention receive a shutdown trigger signal of the smart shower and time the shutdown time of the smart shower. When the shutdown time is greater than or equal to a first preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the adjusted set temperature; when the shutdown time is less than the first preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the current set temperature; the adjustment time for the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature is timed. When the adjustment time is greater than or equal to a second preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the current set temperature; when the adjustment time is less than the second preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. The air conditioner can be automatically adjusted according to the actual state of the smart shower, so that the temperature of the indoor environment meets the user's comfort requirements and improves the user experience.

[0018] Based on the following detailed description of specific embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art will become more aware of the above and other objects, advantages and features of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Hereinafter, some specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail in an exemplary and non-limiting manner with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the accompanying drawings indicate the same or similar components or parts. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the accompanying drawings:

[0020] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of an interconnection control method for an air conditioner and a smart shower according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 is a detailed flow chart of a method for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and a smart shower head according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 is a schematic block diagram of an interconnected control device for an air conditioner and a smart shower according to an embodiment of the present invention; and

[0023] Figure 4 4 is a schematic architecture diagram of an interconnected control device for an air conditioner and a smart shower according to an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] This embodiment first provides an interconnection control method for an air conditioner and a smart shower, which can realize the intelligent interconnection between the air conditioner and the smart shower, provide a scenario for the interconnection of smart home appliances, and effectively improve the degree of intelligence. Figure 1 FIG is a schematic diagram of an interconnection control method of an air conditioner and a smart shower according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 As shown, the interconnection control method of the air conditioner and the smart shower head may include the following steps:

[0025] Step S102: receiving a start trigger signal of the smart shower head when the air conditioner is running;

[0026] Step S104, detecting the outlet water temperature of the smart shower;

[0027] Step S106, obtaining the current set temperature of the air conditioner;

[0028] Step S108: determining the adjusted set temperature of the air conditioner according to the outlet water temperature and the current set temperature, and controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature.

[0029] It should be noted that the methods of this embodiment and the following embodiments are described from the perspective of the interconnected control device between the air conditioner and the smart showerhead, meaning that the relevant steps are executed by the control device. Furthermore, the implementation of this embodiment and the following embodiments requires that the air conditioner and the smart showerhead are interconnected. Specifically, an interconnected control device for the air conditioner and the smart showerhead can be provided between the air conditioner and the smart showerhead. This control device can receive signals from the air conditioner and the smart showerhead and can send signals to the air conditioner and the smart showerhead. This control device can be provided separately or internally within the air conditioner.

[0030] The smart showerhead in this embodiment is intelligent precisely because it can both send signals to and receive signals from the control device, as mentioned above. Specifically, this can be achieved by providing a controller on the smart showerhead. In a preferred embodiment, a temperature sensor can also be provided in the water outlet pipe connected to the smart showerhead to detect the outlet water temperature therein and use it as the outlet water temperature of the smart showerhead. This allows the smart showerhead's controller to transmit the outlet water temperature to the control device.

[0031] In the above steps, step S102 receives the smart shower's on-trigger signal. Specifically, the smart shower's controller can send the on-trigger signal to the control device, which then receives the signal. Receiving the smart shower's on-trigger signal indicates that a user may be showering. The smart shower's on-trigger signal is only received when the air conditioner is running. In other words, if the air conditioner is not running, the smart shower's on-trigger signal is not received. This eliminates the need to adjust the air conditioner's off state just because the user is showering, thus saving energy to a certain extent.

[0032] Step S104 detects the outlet water temperature of the smart shower. As mentioned above, a temperature sensor may be provided in the outlet pipe connected to the smart shower. Detecting the outlet water temperature of the smart shower may include: detecting the outlet water temperature at the outlet pipe using the temperature sensor. Step S106 obtains the current set temperature of the air conditioner. At this time, the air conditioner can operate in cooling mode or heating mode. Regardless of the mode in which the air conditioner operates, the current set temperature of the air conditioner can be obtained. For example, when the air conditioner operates in cooling mode, the current set temperature may be 26°C. When the air conditioner operates in heating mode, the current set temperature may be 20°C. It should be noted that the specific values ​​of the above-mentioned current set temperatures are for example only and are not limitations of the present invention. In some other embodiments, the current set temperature may be other values.

[0033] Step S108 determines the air conditioner's adjusted set temperature based on the outlet water temperature and the current set temperature, and controls the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. In a specific embodiment, determining the air conditioner's adjusted set temperature based on the outlet water temperature and the current set temperature may include: determining a temperature change value based on the outlet water temperature; and calculating the sum of the current set temperature and the temperature change value as the adjusted set temperature. More specifically, determining the temperature change value based on the outlet water temperature may include: querying a preset information table to obtain a matching temperature change value corresponding to the outlet water temperature, wherein the preset information table pre-stores temperature change values ​​corresponding to different outlet water temperatures.

[0034] That is to say, after detecting the water temperature of the smart shower and obtaining the current set temperature of the air conditioner, first query the preset information table to match the temperature change value corresponding to the water temperature, then calculate the sum of the current set temperature and the temperature change value as the adjusted set temperature, and finally control the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature.

[0035] The following describes a specific example. A preset information table may pre-store the following information: if the outlet water temperature is A1, the temperature change value is A2; if the outlet water temperature is B1, the temperature change value is B2; if the outlet water temperature is C1, the temperature change value is C2; and if the outlet water temperature is D1, the temperature change value is D2. If the outlet water temperature is detected to be B1, the corresponding temperature change value can be B2. If the current set temperature is T, then the adjusted set temperature T0 is T + B2. It should be noted that the higher the outlet water temperature, the greater the temperature change value can be; in other words, the outlet water temperature and the temperature change value can be directly proportional.

[0036] This is because the higher the outlet water temperature, the more sensitive the user is to cold, and the more likely they are to need the indoor temperature to rise after showering. Therefore, the temperature change value used to adjust the current set temperature can be larger. After the user showers, the current set temperature is adjusted. Specifically, the current set temperature is added to the temperature change value to control the air conditioner's operation. This ensures that the indoor environment meets the user's actual needs, preventing the user from catching a cold or fever due to feeling cold after showering, effectively protecting the user's health and user experience.

[0037] In summary, the interconnection control method of the air conditioner and the smart shower in this embodiment receives the start-up trigger signal of the smart shower when the air conditioner is running, detects the water outlet temperature of the smart shower, obtains the current set temperature of the air conditioner, determines the adjusted set temperature of the air conditioner according to the water outlet temperature and the current set temperature, and controls the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. This can realize the intelligent interconnection between the air conditioner and the smart shower, provide a scenario for the interconnection of smart home appliances, and effectively improve the level of intelligence.

[0038] In some optional embodiments, the interconnected air conditioner and smart shower can achieve higher technical effects by further optimizing and configuring the above steps. The following describes in detail the interconnected control method of the air conditioner and smart shower in this embodiment in combination with an introduction to an optional execution process of this embodiment. This embodiment is only an example of the execution process. During specific implementation, the execution order and operating conditions of some steps can be modified according to specific implementation requirements. Figure 2 Detailed flow chart of an interconnection control method for an air conditioner and a smart shower according to an embodiment of the present invention. The interconnection control method for an air conditioner and a smart shower includes the following steps:

[0039] Step S202: receiving a start trigger signal of the smart shower head when the air conditioner is running;

[0040] Step S204, using a temperature sensor to detect the outlet water temperature at the outlet water pipe;

[0041] Step S206, obtaining the current set temperature of the air conditioner;

[0042] Step S208: query the preset information table to obtain the temperature change value corresponding to the outlet water temperature;

[0043] Step S210, calculating the sum of the current set temperature and the temperature change value as the adjusted set temperature;

[0044] Step S212, receiving a closing trigger signal of the smart shower and timing the closing time of the smart shower;

[0045] Step S214, determining whether the shutdown duration is greater than or equal to the first preset duration, if so, executing step S218, if not, executing step S216;

[0046] Step S216, controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the current set temperature;

[0047] Step S218, controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature;

[0048] Step S220, timing the adjustment time of the air conditioner operating according to the adjusted set temperature;

[0049] Step S222, determining whether the adjusted duration is greater than or equal to the second preset duration, if so, executing step S216, if not, executing step S218.

[0050] In the above steps, step S204 uses a temperature sensor to detect the outlet water temperature at the water outlet pipe, wherein a temperature sensor can be provided in the water outlet pipe connected to the smart shower, and using the temperature sensor to detect the outlet water temperature at the water outlet pipe is actually detecting the outlet water temperature of the smart shower.

[0051] After calculating the sum of the current set temperature and the temperature change value as the adjusted set temperature in step S210, this embodiment does not directly control the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. Instead, step S212 is first executed to receive the smart shower's off trigger signal and time the smart shower's off time. This is because if the smart shower is still on, the user may still be showering, and it would be too early to adjust the air conditioner at this time. Only after receiving the smart shower's off trigger signal, the user may be about to finish showering and enter a room where the temperature is regulated by the air conditioner. At this time, it is more reasonable to adjust the air conditioner.

[0052] After timing the off time of the smart shower, step S214 is executed to determine whether the off time is greater than or equal to the first preset time. If the result is yes, that is, the off time is greater than or equal to the first preset time, step S218 is executed to control the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. If the result is no, that is, the off time is less than the first preset time, step S216 is executed to control the air conditioner to operate according to the current set temperature.

[0053] If the smart showerhead is off for less than the first preset duration, it means the user may have temporarily turned it off to scrub their body, apply shampoo, or shower gel, and may need to turn it back on again shortly. In this case, the air conditioner only needs to be controlled to operate at the current set temperature; no additional adjustments are necessary. If the smart showerhead is off for longer than or equal to the first preset duration, it means the user may have finished a thorough shower and is about to enter a room where the air conditioner controls the temperature. In this case, the air conditioner can be controlled to operate at the adjusted set temperature, raising the indoor temperature and preventing the user from feeling cold right after the shower, leading to colds, fevers, and other conditions, effectively protecting the user's health.

[0054] Furthermore, after executing step S218 to control the air conditioner to operate at the adjusted set temperature, step S220 may be executed to time the adjusted duration of the air conditioner's operation at the adjusted set temperature. Furthermore, step S222 may be executed to determine whether the adjusted duration is greater than or equal to a second preset duration. If the result is yes, i.e., the adjusted duration is greater than or equal to the second preset duration, step S216 may be executed to control the air conditioner to operate at the current set temperature. If the result is no, i.e., the adjusted duration is less than the second preset duration, step S218 may be executed to control the air conditioner to operate at the adjusted set temperature.

[0055] If the air conditioner has been operating at the adjusted set temperature for a period of time greater than or equal to the second preset time, it indicates that a considerable amount of time has passed since the user has just stepped out of the bath and their body is relatively dry. Continuing to operate the air conditioner at the adjusted set temperature may cause the user to feel too hot. Therefore, the air conditioner may be controlled to operate at the current set temperature, that is, to restore the previous set temperature and lower the indoor temperature to meet the user's actual needs at that time. If the air conditioner has been operating at the adjusted set temperature for a period of time less than the second preset time, it indicates that a short time has passed since the user has just stepped out of the bath and their body may not have been completely dry. Therefore, the air conditioner may be controlled to continue operating at the adjusted set temperature to ensure that the indoor temperature does not drop too low, thereby preventing the user from feeling cold or even becoming ill.

[0056] In summary, the interconnected control method of the air conditioner and the smart shower in this embodiment receives a shutdown trigger signal of the smart shower and times the shutdown time of the smart shower. When the shutdown time is greater than or equal to a first preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. When the shutdown time is less than the first preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the current set temperature. The adjustment time for the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature is timed. When the adjustment time is greater than or equal to a second preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the current set temperature. When the adjustment time is less than the second preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. The air conditioner can be automatically adjusted according to the actual state of the smart shower, so that the temperature of the indoor environment meets the user's comfort requirements and improves the user experience.

[0057] This embodiment also provides an interconnection control device for an air conditioner and a smart shower head. Figure 3 is a schematic block diagram of an interconnected control device 300 for an air conditioner and a smart shower according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 FIG is a schematic diagram of an interconnected control device 300 for an air conditioner and a smart shower according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 As shown, the control device 300 may include: a processor 310 and a memory 320, wherein the memory 320 stores a control program 321, and when the control program 321 is executed by the processor 310, it is used to implement any of the above-mentioned interconnection control methods of the air conditioner and the smart shower. Figure 4 As shown, the air conditioner 100 and the smart shower head 200 can be set in different indoor environments.

[0058] As mentioned above, the interconnected control methods for the air conditioner and the smart showerhead in each of the above-described embodiments are described from the perspective of the control device 300, i.e., the control device 300 executes the relevant steps. In a specific embodiment, the control device 300 is data-connected to the air conditioner 100 and the smart showerhead 200. It can be deployed with network-side devices such as servers and the cloud, obtain various data about the designated space through the network, and implement relevant adjustments by remotely sending commands to the air conditioner 100 and the smart showerhead 200.

[0059] The control device 300 can also be various types of centralized control devices, arranged in a designated space, and controlling the air conditioner 100 and the smart shower head 200. The data connection methods between the control device 300 and the air conditioner 100 and the smart shower head 200 include, but are not limited to, wireless transmission, infrared transmission, ultrasonic transmission, etc. In some embodiments, the control device 300 can also be provided as part of the air conditioner 100, disposed within the air conditioner 100, and data-connected to the air conditioner 100's own controller. For example, the air conditioner 100 can be provided with a dedicated control device 300 to work in conjunction with a controller dedicated to executing component control.

[0060] The processor 310 can be a central processing unit (CPU), a digital processing unit, or the like. The processor 310 sends and receives data via a communication interface. The memory 320 is used to store programs executed by the processor 310. The memory 320 is any medium capable of carrying or storing desired program code in the form of instructions or data structures and accessible by a computer, and can also be a combination of multiple memories 320. The control program 321 can be downloaded from a computer-readable storage medium to a corresponding computing / processing device or downloaded and installed in the control device 300 via a network (e.g., the Internet, a local area network, a wide area network, and / or a wireless network).

[0061] This embodiment also provides an air conditioner. The air conditioner 100 may include the interconnected control device 300 for the air conditioner and the smart showerhead described in the above embodiment. In other words, the control device 300 may not be located externally to the air conditioner 100, but may instead be located on the air conditioner 100. The control device 300 and the controller of the air conditioner 100 may be the same component. That is, the control device 300 is used to control the operation of the air conditioner 100 itself, as well as receive and send signals to the smart showerhead 200.

[0062] Alternatively, the control device 300 and the controller of the air conditioner 100 can be different components, that is, the controller is used to control the operation of the air conditioner 100 itself, and the control device 300 is used to receive signals from the smart shower head 200 and send signals to the smart shower head 200. However, the control device 300 and the controller also communicate to receive signals from the controller of the air conditioner 100 itself and send signals to the controller.

[0063] In the description of the present embodiment, reference to the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the exemplary expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any appropriate manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0064] At this point, those skilled in the art will recognize that, although a number of exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described in detail herein, many other variations or modifications consistent with the principles of the present invention may be directly determined or derived from the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should be understood and deemed to cover all such other variations or modifications.

Claims

1. A method for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and a smart shower head, comprising: receiving a start trigger signal of the smart shower head when the air conditioner is running; Detecting the outlet water temperature of the smart shower head; Obtaining the current set temperature of the air conditioner; as well as Determine the adjusted set temperature of the air conditioner according to the outlet water temperature and the current set temperature, and control the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature. The step of determining the adjusted set temperature of the air conditioner according to the outlet water temperature and the current set temperature comprises: determining a temperature change value according to the outlet water temperature; and calculating the sum of the current set temperature and the temperature change value as the adjusted set temperature. The step of determining the temperature change value according to the outlet water temperature includes: querying a preset information table to match and obtain the temperature change value corresponding to the outlet water temperature, wherein the preset information table pre-stores the temperature change values ​​corresponding to different outlet water temperatures; After the step of controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature, the method further includes: timing the adjustment time of the air conditioner operating according to the adjusted set temperature; determining whether the adjustment time is greater than or equal to a second preset time; and if so, controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the current set temperature, When the adjusted time period is less than the second preset time period, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the adjusted set temperature.

2. The method according to claim 1, further comprising: Receiving a closing trigger signal of the smart shower and timing the closing time of the smart shower; Determining whether the shutdown duration is greater than or equal to a first preset duration; as well as If so, the step of controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the adjusted set temperature is executed.

3. The method according to claim 2, wherein When the shutdown time is less than the first preset time, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to the current set temperature.

4. The method according to claim 1, wherein A temperature sensor is provided in the water outlet pipe connected to the smart shower head, and The step of detecting the outlet water temperature of the smart shower comprises: using the temperature sensor to detect the outlet water temperature at the outlet pipe.

5. An interconnected control device for an air conditioner and a smart shower, comprising: A processor and a memory, wherein a control program is stored in the memory, and when the control program is executed by the processor, it is used to implement the interconnection control method of the air conditioner and the smart shower according to any one of claims 1 to 4.

6. An air conditioner having the interconnection control device for the air conditioner and the smart shower according to claim 5.

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