Air conditioning filter assembly, air conditioning system and automobile including the same

Abstract

The present application provides an air conditioning filter assembly, an air conditioning system, and a vehicle including the same. The air conditioning filter assembly includes a filter, a filter cover, and a mounting bracket. The filter is assembled to the mounting bracket. The filter cover covers the edge of the filter. The mounting bracket includes a drainage channel, which is disposed around the periphery of the filter. The drainage channel has at least one drain port on the side facing away from the filter. This allows water from the external environment to be discharged through the drainage channel and the drain port, preventing water from entering the interior of the air conditioner through the filter, preventing corrosion of internal components, and improving air conditioner performance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of air conditioning filters, and in particular to an air conditioning filter assembly, an air conditioning system, and a vehicle including the same. Background Art

[0002] Air conditioning filters are primarily used for pre-filtration in ventilation systems. Currently, these filters are integrated with the main unit of the vehicle's engine compartment. Due to the complex environment of the vehicle cabin, water from the external environment can easily enter the main unit through the air conditioning filter along with the fresh air. Furthermore, the air conditioning filter and main unit lack drainage capabilities, which can corrode the main unit's internal electronic components and affect the performance of the air conditioning system. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present application provides an air conditioning filter assembly capable of reducing moisture from entering the air conditioner, an air conditioning system, and a vehicle comprising the same.

[0004] The present application provides an air conditioning filter assembly, which includes a filter, a filter cover and a mounting bracket, wherein the filter is assembled on the mounting bracket; the filter cover covers the edge of the filter; the mounting bracket includes a drainage channel, which is arranged on the periphery of the filter; and at least one drainage outlet is provided on the side of the drainage channel facing away from the filter.

[0005] Optionally, the mounting bracket includes a bracket body and a mounting portion extending outward from the bracket body, the filter is arranged on the bracket body, the drainage channel is arranged on the side of the bracket body, and the mounting portion is located on the outside of the drainage channel; the filter cover includes a cover body, an assembly portion arranged on the outside of the cover body, and a water baffle connecting the cover body and the assembly portion, the cover body covers the edge of the filter, the assembly portion is connected to the mounting portion, and the water baffle can cover the drainage channel.

[0006] Optionally, the assembly portion includes a protrusion, and the mounting portion is recessed to provide a groove; the protrusion faces one side of the groove and is engaged with the groove.

[0007] Optionally, the bracket body includes a first side panel and a second side panel located outside the first side panel, the first side panel forms a receiving cavity, the filter is received in the receiving cavity, the drainage channel is formed between the second side panel and the first side panel, the mounting portion extends outward from the second side panel, the filter cover is pressed against the edge of the first side panel, there is a gap between the second side panel and the filter cover, the drain port is provided on the second side panel, and when the filter cover is pressed against the edge of the first side panel, the water baffle can cover the drainage channel between the first side panel and the second side panel.

[0008] Optionally, the air conditioning filter assembly includes a connecting channel connected to the mounting bracket, the mounting bracket is arranged at one end of the connecting channel, the filter cover is on the connecting channel, the connecting channel connects the filter and the air conditioning host, and a seal is provided between the mounting bracket and the connecting channel for sealing the gap between the mounting bracket and the connecting channel.

[0009] Optionally, the drainage channel surrounds the filter.

[0010] Optionally, the filter cover is detachably mounted on the mounting bracket.

[0011] Optionally, the drainage channel includes a plurality of drainage ports, and the plurality of drainage ports are evenly spaced apart on a side of the drainage channel away from the filter.

[0012] The present application also provides an air-conditioning system, comprising an air-conditioning filter assembly and an air-conditioning host as described in any of the above items.

[0013] The present application also provides a car, comprising the air conditioning system as described above.

[0014] The present application assembles the filter on the mounting bracket, and provides a drainage channel on the periphery of the filter, and provides at least one drainage port on the side of the drainage channel facing away from the filter, so that water from the external environment can be discharged through the drainage channel and the drainage port, thereby preventing water from entering the interior of the air conditioner through the filter, thereby improving the performance of the air conditioner.

[0015] It should be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the present application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present application.

[0017] Figure 1 Shown is a structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of the air-conditioning system of the present application.

[0018] Figure 2 Shown Figure 1 The air conditioning system is shown in a cross-sectional view along line AA.

[0019] Figure 3 Shown Figure 1 A schematic structural diagram of an air conditioning filter assembly is shown at an angle.

[0020] Figure 4 Shown Figure 1A schematic structural diagram of the air conditioning filter assembly from another angle is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, with examples illustrated in the accompanying drawings. In the following description, when referring to the drawings, identical numerals in different figures represent identical or similar elements, unless otherwise indicated. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments are not intended to represent all embodiments consistent with the present application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatus and methods consistent with certain aspects of the present application, as detailed in the appended claims.

[0022] The terms used in this application are for the purpose of describing specific embodiments only and are not intended to limit this application. Unless otherwise defined, technical or scientific terms used in this application should have the ordinary meaning understood by a person of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terms "first," "second," and similar words used in this specification and claims do not denote any order, quantity, or importance, but are simply used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms "a" or "an" and similar words do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one. The terms "plurality" or "several" mean two or more. Unless otherwise indicated, the terms "front," "rear," "lower," and / or "upper" and similar words are for convenience only and are not intended to limit to a single position or spatial orientation. The terms "include" or "comprising" and similar words mean that the elements or objects listed before "include" or "comprising" include the elements or objects listed after "include" or "comprising" and their equivalents, and do not exclude other elements or objects. The terms "connected" or "connected" and similar words are not limited to physical or mechanical connections and can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect.

[0023] The terms used in this application are for the purpose of describing specific embodiments only and are not intended to limit this application. As used in this application and the appended claims, the singular forms "a," "an," "the," and "the" are intended to include the plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term "and / or" as used herein refers to and encompasses any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0024] An air conditioner filter assembly according to an embodiment of the present application includes a filter, a filter cover, and a mounting bracket. The filter is assembled to the mounting bracket. The filter cover covers the edge of the filter. The mounting bracket includes a drainage channel disposed around the periphery of the filter. At least one drain port is provided on the side of the drainage channel facing away from the filter. This allows water from the external environment to be discharged through the drainage channel and the drain port, preventing water from entering the air conditioner through the filter, thereby improving air conditioner performance.

[0025] This application provides an air conditioning filter assembly, an air conditioning system, and a vehicle incorporating the same. The air conditioning filter assembly, air conditioning system, and vehicle incorporating the same are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The features of the following embodiments and implementations may be combined unless otherwise noted.

[0026] Figure 1 FIG. 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of an air conditioning system 200 of the present application. Figure 1 As shown, the air conditioning system 200 includes an air conditioning filter assembly 100 and an air conditioning main unit 116. The air conditioning filter assembly 100 includes a filter 101, a filter cover 102 and a mounting bracket 103. The air conditioning main unit 116 is the main body of the air conditioning system 200, and includes a blower (not shown) and other components for adjusting the air temperature. The air conditioning filter assembly 100 is arranged on the air inlet side of the air conditioning main unit 116, and the filter 101 is assembled on the mounting bracket 103 to filter the air and prevent impurities in the air from entering the air conditioning main unit 116. The filter cover 102 covers the edge of the filter 101 and is used to fix the filter 101. The filter 101 is clamped between the filter cover 102 and the mounting bracket 103.

[0027] Figure 2 Shown Figure 1 The air conditioning system 200 is shown in a cross-sectional view along line AA. Figure 1-Figure 2 The mounting bracket 103 includes a drainage channel 104, which is provided on the periphery of the filter 101 and is used to drain water from the environment and prevent water from entering the air conditioning host 116. The drainage channel 104 is provided with at least one drain port 105 on the side facing away from the filter 101. Water from the environment enters the drainage channel 104 and is discharged to the outside of the air conditioning system 200 through the drainage channel 104 and the drain port 105. In some embodiments, by assembling the filter 101 to the mounting bracket 103, the drainage channel 104 is provided on the periphery of the filter 101, and at least one drain port 105 is provided on the side facing away from the filter 101, water from the external environment can be discharged through the drainage channel 104 and the drain port 105, thereby reducing the risk of water entering the interior of the air conditioning host 116 through the filter 101, preventing water from corroding internal components, and improving the performance of the air conditioning system 200.

[0028] The filter cover 102 is detachably mounted on the mounting bracket 103. The filter cover 102 is independently provided and detachable from the mounting bracket 103, so that the filter 101 can be easily replaced, the operation is simple, and the use is convenient.

[0029] Air conditioner filter assembly 100 includes a connecting channel 115 connected to mounting bracket 103. Mounting bracket 103 is located at one end of connecting channel 115. Filter 101 covers connecting channel 115, and connecting channel 115 connects filter 101 and air conditioner main unit 116. Filter 101 and air conditioner main unit 116 are connected through connecting channel 115, allowing filter 101 and air conditioner main unit 116 to be independently arranged, facilitating filter 101 replacement. A seal 117 is provided between mounting bracket 103 and connecting channel 115 to seal the gap between mounting bracket 103 and connecting channel 115. Seal 117 prevents water from drain channel 104 from entering connecting channel 115, improving drainage performance. In some embodiments, seal 117 comprises a sponge.

[0030] The mounting bracket 103 includes a bracket body 106 and a mounting portion 107 extending outward from the bracket body 106. The bracket body 106 is used to mount the filter 101, and the mounting portion 107 is used to mount the filter cover 102. The filter 101 is mounted on the bracket body 106, and the drainage channel 104 is located on the side of the bracket body 106, surrounding the filter 101. The mounting portion 107 is located outside the drainage channel 104. The filter cover 102 includes a cover body 108, an assembly portion 109 located outside the cover body 108, and a water retaining plate 110 connecting the cover body 108 and the assembly portion 109. The shape of the cover body 108 is compatible with the filter 101, and the edge of the cover body 108 covers the edge of the filter 101, which is used to fix the filter 101. The assembly portion 109 is connected to the mounting portion 107, so that the filter cover 102 is assembled to the mounting bracket 103. Water baffle 110 is configured to cover drain channel 104, preventing water from the external environment from entering filter 101. Furthermore, when drain channel 104 is configured to surround filter 101, water baffle 110 is configured to surround cover body 108 and cover drain channel 104. Drain channel 104 is open on a side facing away from air conditioner main unit 116, and water baffle 110 is located on the side of drain channel 104 facing away from air conditioner main unit 116.

[0031] The assembly portion 109 includes a protrusion 111. The mounting portion 107 is recessed to form a groove 112. The protrusion 111 faces one side of the groove 112 and engages with the groove 112. In some embodiments, the protrusion 111 is a sheet metal part with elasticity and is detachably engaged with the groove 112, thereby enabling the filter cover 102 to be engaged with the mounting bracket 103, facilitating the removal of the filter cover 102.

[0032] Figure 3 Shown Figure 1 The structure diagram of the air conditioner filter assembly 100 is shown at an angle, wherein the air conditioner filter assembly 100 is shown from the side toward the air conditioner main unit 116. Figure 2 and Figure 3 , the bracket body 106 includes a first side panel 113 and a second side panel 114 located outside the first side panel 113. The first side panel 113 forms a receiving cavity 118, and the filter 101 is received in the receiving cavity 118. The second side panel 114 extends relative to the first side panel 113 in a direction away from the air-conditioning host 116, and the height of the second side panel 114 in this extension direction is lower than that of the first side panel 113, so that the filter 101 extends beyond the edge of the second side panel 114 away from the air-conditioning host 116. A drainage channel 104 is formed between the second side panel 114 and the first side panel 113. The drainage channel 104 surrounds the receiving cavity 118. The mounting portion 107 extends outward from the second side panel 114. The mounting portion 107 extends outward from the end of the second side panel 114 away from the air-conditioning host 116. In this embodiment, in the extension direction of the maximum dimension of the filter 101 (such as Figure 2 The filter 101 and the mounting portion 107 are arranged on both sides of the second side plate 114 (in the horizontal direction shown). The mounting portion 107 is arranged on the side away from the filter 101 relative to the second side plate 114. The filter 101 is located on the inner side of the second side plate 114, and the mounting portion 107 is located on the outer side of the second side plate 114. The filter cover 102 is pressed against the edge of the first side plate 113 and covers the edge of the accommodating cavity 118. There is a gap between the second side plate 114 and the filter cover 102, leaving space for the drainage channel 104. The drain outlet 105 is provided on the second side plate 114. When the filter cover 102 is pressed against the edge of the first side plate 113, the water baffle 110 can cover the drainage channel 104 located between the first side plate 113 and the second side plate 114. The water baffle 110 blocks water from entering the filter 101, allowing the water to enter the drainage channel 104 and then be discharged from the drain outlet 105.

[0033] In this embodiment, the first side plate 113 and the second side plate 114 are both arranged along the channel extension direction of the connecting channel 115 (eg Figure 2 The second side plate 114 includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end opposite to each other, wherein the first connecting end is connected to the connecting channel 115, and the second connecting end is connected to the mounting portion 107. The mounting portion 107 extends from the second connecting end toward the side away from the filter 101 in a direction perpendicular to the extension of the second side plate 114. The mounting portion 107 is flat and its extension direction is consistent with the extension direction of the maximum dimension of the filter 101 (as shown in FIG. Figure 2(The horizontal direction shown). The maximum dimension of filter 101 may extend in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of second side panel 114. In this extension direction, mounting portion 107 is located on the outside of filter 101 relative to second side panel 114. Furthermore, second side panel 114 extends relative to first side panel 113 toward air conditioner main unit 116, for mounting connecting channel 115. A seal 117 is provided between second side panel 114 and connecting channel 115 to seal the gap between them. Seal 117 prevents water from drain channel 104 from entering connecting channel 115, thereby improving drainage performance.

[0034] Figure 4 Shown Figure 1 The structure diagram of the air conditioner filter assembly 100 from another angle is shown, wherein the air conditioner filter assembly 100 is shown from the side facing away from the air conditioner main unit 116. Figure 3 and Figure 4 , the drainage channel 104 surrounds the filter 101. In some embodiments, drainage channels 104 are provided on all four sides of the filter 101, and the drainage channels 104 surround the filter 101, so that the moisture around the filter 101 can be discharged through the drainage channels 104, making drainage more efficient. The drainage channel 104 includes a plurality of drain ports 105, and the plurality of drain ports 105 are evenly spaced on the side of the drainage channel 104 away from the filter 101. In some embodiments, the drainage channel 104 includes a plurality of drain ports 105, and the plurality of drain ports 105 are provided on the side of the drainage channel 104 away from the filter 101, so that water is discharged outside the air conditioner. The multiple drain ports 105 are evenly spaced, which can make drainage more efficient.

[0035] In some embodiments, the automobile includes a body, and an engine compartment is provided at the front end of the body. In some embodiments, the filter 101 is provided in the engine compartment. The air conditioning main unit 116 is provided in the engine compartment or in the passenger compartment, which is not limited in the present application. In the above embodiment, the filter 101 and the air conditioning main unit 116 are connected via a connecting channel 115. The filter 101 and the air conditioning main unit 116 are independently provided, so that the filter 101 is easy to replace or maintain without affecting the air conditioning main unit 116. The air conditioning filter assembly 100 can prevent water from the environment from entering the air conditioning main unit 116, preventing its internal components from being corroded by water and affecting the performance of the air conditioning system 200.

[0036] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other embodiments of the present application after considering the specification and practicing the application disclosed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses, or adaptations of the present application that follow the general principles of this application and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art not disclosed herein. The description and examples are to be considered as exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of the present application are indicated by the following claims.

[0037] It should be understood that the present application is not limited to the exact structures described above and shown in the drawings, and that various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of the present application is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An air conditioning filter assembly, characterized in that: The air conditioner filter assembly includes a filter, a filter cover, and a mounting bracket. The filter is assembled on the mounting bracket. The filter cover covers the edge of the filter. The mounting bracket includes a drainage channel, which is provided on the periphery of the filter. The drainage channel is provided with at least one drainage port on a side facing away from the filter. The mounting bracket includes a bracket body and a mounting portion extending outward from the bracket body, the filter is provided on the bracket body, the drainage channel is provided on the side of the bracket body, and the mounting portion is located on the outside of the drainage channel; the filter cover includes a cover body, an assembly portion provided on the outside of the cover body, and a water baffle connecting the cover body and the assembly portion, the cover body covers the edge of the filter, the assembly portion is connected to the mounting portion, and the water baffle can cover the drainage channel; The bracket body includes a first side plate and a second side plate located outside the first side plate. The first side plate forms a receiving cavity. The filter is received in the receiving cavity. The drainage channel is formed between the second side plate and the first side plate.

2. The air conditioning filter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The assembly portion includes a protrusion, and the mounting portion is recessed to provide a groove; the protrusion faces one side of the groove and is engaged with the groove.

3. The air conditioning filter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The mounting portion extends outward from the second side panel, the filter cover is pressed against the edge of the first side panel, a gap is provided between the second side panel and the filter cover, the drain port is provided on the second side panel, and when the filter cover is pressed against the edge of the first side panel, the water baffle can cover the drainage channel between the first side panel and the second side panel.

4. The air conditioner filter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air conditioning filter assembly includes a connecting channel connected to the mounting bracket, the mounting bracket is arranged at one end of the connecting channel, the filter covers the connecting channel, the connecting channel connects the filter and the air conditioning host, and a sealing member is provided between the mounting bracket and the connecting channel for sealing the gap between the mounting bracket and the connecting channel.

5. The air conditioner filter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drainage channel surrounds the filter.

6. The air conditioner filter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that The filter cover is detachably mounted on the mounting bracket.

7. The air conditioner filter assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that: The drainage channel includes a plurality of drainage ports, and the plurality of drainage ports are evenly spaced apart on a side of the drainage channel away from the filter.

8. An air conditioning system, characterized in that: The invention comprises an air conditioning filter assembly and an air conditioning host according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

9. An automobile, characterized in that: Comprising the air conditioning system as claimed in claim 8.

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