Method for controlling air conditioner, apparatus, air conditioner, and storage medium

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of intelligent household appliances, and discloses a method for controlling an air conditioner, which comprises the following steps: acquiring the state of a door closer and the state of a user; determining target operation parameters of the air conditioner according to the state of the door closer and the state of the user; and controlling the operation of the air conditioner according to the target operation parameters. In this way, the target operation parameters of the air conditioner are matched with the states of the door closer and the user, indoor temperature fluctuation is reduced, and the user experience is improved. The application further discloses an apparatus for controlling an air conditioner, an air conditioner and a storage medium.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of smart home appliance technology, such as a method, apparatus, air conditioner, and storage medium for controlling an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioners are common household appliances in modern life, generally used to regulate indoor temperature.

[0003] Related technologies disclose an air conditioner temperature control method, the method comprising: acquiring an indoor temperature and an air conditioner set temperature; when the indoor temperature exceeds a set threshold range, calculating a first temperature difference between the air conditioner set temperature and the indoor temperature; acquiring the real-time frequency of the compressor and calculating the frequency difference between the real-time frequency and the minimum frequency; determining a target temperature control mode based on the first temperature difference and the frequency difference, and performing temperature control based on the target temperature control mode.

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

[0005] When adjusting the temperature, the room is assumed to be a sealed space, without taking into account the issue of indoor temperature fluctuations caused by a large influx of outside air at a certain moment, which affects the user experience.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] This disclosure provides a method, apparatus, air conditioner, and storage medium for controlling an air conditioner to reduce indoor temperature fluctuations.

[0009] In some embodiments, the method for controlling an air conditioner includes: acquiring the state of a door closer and the state of a user; determining target operating parameters for the air conditioner based on the state of the door closer and the state of the user; and controlling the operation of the air conditioner according to the target operating parameters.

[0010] In some embodiments, the apparatus for controlling an air conditioner includes a processor and a memory storing program instructions, the processor being configured to execute the aforementioned method for controlling an air conditioner when the program instructions are executed.

[0011] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes: an air conditioner body; and a device for controlling the air conditioner as described above, which is installed on the air conditioner body; wherein the air conditioner body is communicatively connected to a door closer.

[0012] In some embodiments, the storage medium stores program instructions that, when executed, perform the aforementioned method for controlling an air conditioner.

[0013] The method, apparatus, air conditioner, and storage medium for controlling an air conditioner provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0014] The system obtains the status of the door closer and the user, and then determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner to control its operation. This matches the target operating parameters of the air conditioner with the status of the door closer and the user, reducing indoor temperature fluctuations and improving the user experience.

[0015] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0016] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a method for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a device for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0022] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of another device for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0025] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0026] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0027] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0028] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0029] The term "correspondence" can refer to an association or binding relationship. The correspondence between A and B means that there is an association or binding relationship between A and B.

[0030] Combination Figure 1 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, a method for controlling an air conditioner is provided, comprising:

[0031] S101, the processor obtains the status of the door closer and the user's status.

[0032] S102, the processor determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the status of the door closer and the user's status.

[0033] S103, the processor controls the operation of the air conditioner according to the target operating parameters.

[0034] The user's home doors are equipped with smart door closers. The user can control the door closer's status via an app. When the door closer is open, the door opens under its action. When the door closer is closed, the door closes under its action. The air conditioner communicates with the door closer and can obtain its status. A first camera is also installed indoors. The air conditioner communicates with the first camera to obtain the user's status. The air conditioner's processor determines the target operating parameters based on the received door closer status and the user's status. Here, the door closer status includes open and closed. The user's status includes the user's location, such as indoors, not indoors, or returning indoors from outdoors. After determining the target operating parameters, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at those parameters.

[0035] The method for controlling an air conditioner provided in this disclosure acquires the state of the door closer and the user's state, and then determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner to control its operation. This matches the target operating parameters of the air conditioner with the states of the door closer and the user, reducing indoor temperature fluctuations and improving the user experience.

[0036] Combination Figure 2 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, another method for controlling an air conditioner is provided, including:

[0037] S101, the processor obtains the status of the door closer and the user's status.

[0038] S112, when the door closer is open and the user is indoors or at the door, the processor determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the duration the door closer is open.

[0039] S122, when the door closer is closed, the processor determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the user's status.

[0040] S103, the processor controls the operation of the air conditioner according to the target operating parameters.

[0041] After receiving the door closer's status, the air conditioner's processor determines whether the door closer is open or closed. If the door closer is open, and the user is inside or at the door, it indicates that someone such as a delivery person, food delivery person, or friend may be visiting, and the user is opening the door to greet them. When the user opens the door, outdoor air rushes into the room, causing fluctuations in indoor temperature. Therefore, in this case, the air conditioner's target operating parameters are determined based on the duration the door closer is open to minimize these temperature fluctuations. If the door closer is closed, the user may have been inside the room the entire time, may have been outside, or may have just returned. In other words, the user's state can vary. Therefore, the air conditioner's target operating parameters are determined based on the user's state to match the air conditioner's operation, thus improving the user experience.

[0042] Optionally, in step S112, the processor determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the opening duration of the door closer, including:

[0043] The processor obtains the current operating mode of the air conditioner.

[0044] The processor determines the target temperature, target air outlet angle, and / or target fan speed based on the door closer's opening duration and the air conditioner's current operating mode.

[0045] With the door closer open and the user inside or at the doorway, the current operating mode of the air conditioner is further obtained. Based on the door closer's open duration and the air conditioner's current operating mode, the target operating parameters of the air conditioner are determined, specifically the target temperature, target air outlet angle, and / or target fan speed. In this way, by adjusting the air conditioner's operating parameters, the air conditioner's regulation of indoor air compensates for the temperature fluctuations caused by outdoor air entering the room due to the user opening the door.

[0046] Optionally, the processor determines the target temperature, target air outlet angle, and / or target fan speed based on the door closer's opening duration and the air conditioner's current operating mode, including:

[0047] When the air conditioner is currently in heating mode, the longer the door closer stays open, the higher the target temperature, the lower the target air outlet angle, and / or the higher the target fan speed.

[0048] When the air conditioner is currently in cooling mode, the longer the door closer stays open, the lower the target temperature, the higher the target air outlet angle, and / or the higher the target fan speed.

[0049] If the air conditioner is currently operating in heating mode, it indicates that the outdoor temperature is low. The longer the door closer remains open, the more cold air enters the room, resulting in greater heat loss. Therefore, a higher target temperature can be determined to compensate for this heat loss. A lower target air outlet angle is also desirable. Cold air tends to sink, so the lower part of the room is most affected when it enters. Therefore, a lower target air outlet angle allows for a wider angle of hot air output, further mitigating the impact of the cold outdoor air. Finally, a higher target fan speed is also necessary. A higher fan speed results in more hot air output, further compensating for heat loss.

[0050] If the current operating mode of the air conditioner is the cooling mode, it indicates that the outdoor temperature is relatively high. The longer the door closer is open, the more hot air enters the room, and the more cooling capacity is lost indoors. Therefore, at this time, it can be determined that the lower the target temperature, by reducing the target temperature of the air conditioner, the loss of cooling capacity indoors can be compensated. It can also be determined that the more upward the target air outlet angle is. Hot air tends to rise, and when hot air enters the room, the temperature above the room is affected first. Therefore, the more upward the target air outlet angle is, the smaller the cold air outlet angle of the air conditioner, and the more the influence of outdoor hot air can be weakened. It can also be determined that the greater the target speed of the blower is. The greater the speed of the blower, the more cold air is blown out, and the more the loss of cooling capacity indoors can be compensated.

[0051] Specifically, the processor of the air conditioner pre-stores the first correlation relationship of the operating mode of the air conditioner, the opening duration of the door closer, the temperature correction value, the air outlet angle correction value, and the speed correction value. Specifically, see Table 1.

[0052] Table 1 First correlation relationship

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[0054]

[0055] In Table 1, ΔT1 < ΔT2 < ΔT3 < ΔT4, ΔA1 < ΔA2 < ΔA3 < ΔA4, ΔN1 < ΔN2 < ΔN3 < ΔN4. Optionally, t1 is 5 minutes, t2 is 7 minutes, and t3 is 10 minutes.

[0056] The processor determines the corresponding temperature correction value, air outlet angle correction value, and speed correction value from Table 1 according to the current operating mode of the air conditioner and the opening duration of the door closer.

[0057] For example, if the current operating mode of the air conditioner is the cooling mode and the opening duration of the door closer is 0 < t ≤ t1, then add -ΔT1 to the current operating temperature to obtain the target temperature. Add -ΔA1 to the current air outlet angle to obtain the target air outlet angle. Add -ΔN1 to the current operating speed to obtain the target speed. If the target air outlet angle is less than the minimum air outlet angle, control the air conditioner to operate at the minimum air outlet angle. If the target air outlet angle is greater than or equal to the minimum air outlet angle, control the air conditioner to operate at the target air outlet angle. If the target speed is less than the minimum speed, control the air conditioner to operate at the minimum speed. If the target speed is greater than or equal to the minimum speed, control the air conditioner to operate at the target speed.

[0058] For the heating mode, if the target air outlet angle is less than the maximum air outlet angle, control the air conditioner to operate at the target air outlet angle. If the target air outlet angle is greater than or equal to the maximum air outlet angle, control the air conditioner to operate at the target air outlet angle.

[0059] Optionally, the operating parameters of the air conditioner can be controlled before it is turned on, once the visitor has left, the door closer is closed, and the user is indoors.

[0060] Optionally, in step S122, the processor determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the user's status, including:

[0061] When the user is not indoors, the processor obtains the duration the user has been outdoors and the current operating mode of the air conditioner.

[0062] The processor determines the target temperature and / or the target fan speed based on the user's time outdoors and the current operating mode.

[0063] If the user's status is "outside the room," it means the user is out and hasn't returned. The timer starts when the user leaves the room, thus recording the duration the user was outdoors. Simultaneously, the current operating mode of the air conditioner is obtained. Based on the current operating mode and the user's outdoor time, the target operating parameters for the air conditioner are determined. Specifically, the target temperature and / or the target fan speed are determined. Thus, even with the door closer closed, if the user is not indoors, adjusting the target operating parameters of the air conditioner can achieve energy savings.

[0064] Optionally, the processor determines the target temperature and / or the target fan speed based on the user's duration of time outdoors and the current operating mode, including:

[0065] When the air conditioner is currently in heating mode, the longer the user spends outdoors, the closer the target temperature will be to the preset heating temperature and / or the lower the target fan speed will be.

[0066] When the air conditioner is currently in cooling mode, the longer the user stays outdoors, the closer the target temperature will be to the preset cooling temperature and / or the lower the target fan speed will be.

[0067] If the user is not indoors for an extended period, the air conditioner needs to be adjusted to reduce energy consumption. If the air conditioner is currently in heating mode, the longer the user is outdoors, the closer the target temperature should be to the preset heating temperature and / or the lower the target fan speed should be. If the air conditioner is currently in cooling mode, the longer the user is outdoors, the closer the target temperature should be to the preset cooling temperature and / or the lower the target fan speed should be. Both the preset heating and cooling temperatures are energy-saving temperatures for their respective modes.

[0068] Specifically, the air conditioner's processor pre-stores a second correlation between the air conditioner's operating mode, the user's time spent outdoors, temperature correction values, and speed correction values. See Table 2 for details.

[0069] Table 2 Second Relationship

[0070]

[0071]

[0072] In Table 2, ΔT'1 < ΔT'2 < ΔT'3 and ΔN'1 < ΔN'2 < ΔN'3. Optionally, t'1 is 10 minutes, t'2 is 20 minutes, and t'3 is 30 minutes.

[0073] The processor determines the corresponding temperature correction value and speed correction value from Table 2 according to the current operating mode of the air conditioner and the duration of the user outdoors.

[0074] For example, if the current operating mode of the air conditioner is the cooling / heating mode and the duration of the user outdoors is 0 < t' ≤ t'1, the temperature and speed are not corrected, that is, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the current operating parameters. If the duration of the user outdoors is greater than t'3, it is determined that the air conditioner enters the standby mode.

[0075] Another example, if the current operating mode of the air conditioner is the heating mode and the duration of the user outdoors is t'2 < t' ≤ t'3, then the temperature correction value is determined to be -ΔT'2 and the speed correction value is determined to be -ΔN'2. Add -ΔT'2 to the current air outlet temperature to obtain the target temperature. Add -ΔN'2 to the current fan speed to obtain the target speed. The heating temperature set by the user is generally greater than the heating preset temperature. If the target temperature is less than the heating preset temperature, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the heating preset temperature. If the target temperature is greater than or equal to the heating preset temperature, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the target temperature. In this way, when the user is away for a longer time, the air outlet temperature of the air conditioner is controlled to decrease and get closer to the heating preset temperature, which can not only ensure the heating effect but also achieve energy saving. If the target speed is less than the minimum speed, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the minimum speed. If the target speed is greater than or equal to the minimum speed, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the target speed.

[0076] Another example, if the current operating mode of the air conditioner is the cooling mode, the target temperature and target speed are obtained in the above manner. The cooling temperature set by the user is generally less than the cooling preset temperature. If the target temperature is less than the cooling preset temperature, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the target temperature. If the target temperature is greater than or equal to the cooling preset temperature, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the cooling preset temperature. In this way, when the user is away for a longer time, the air outlet temperature of the air conditioner is controlled to increase and get closer to the cooling preset temperature, which can not only ensure the cooling effect but also achieve energy saving. If the target speed is less than the minimum speed, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the minimum speed. If the target speed is greater than or equal to the minimum speed, the air conditioner is controlled to operate at the target speed.

[0077] Optionally, in step S122, the processor determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the user's status, including:

[0078] The processor obtains the duration of the user's time outdoors when the user's status is that they have returned indoors from outdoors.

[0079] The processor determines the operating parameters of the sterilization module based on the length of time the user is outdoors.

[0080] The timer starts when the user leaves the room and stops when the user returns, thus recording the duration of the user's time outdoors. The air conditioner includes a sterilization module installed in the indoor unit. The operating parameters of the sterilization module are determined based on the user's time outdoors. This ensures that when the user returns home, the indoor environment is properly sterilized and disinfected. This reduces the amount of viruses the user brings back from outdoors, ensuring the user's health.

[0081] Optionally, the processor determines the operating parameters of the sterilization module based on the user's duration of time outdoors, including:

[0082] The processor determines the runtime of the sterilization module corresponding to the duration of the user's time outdoors based on the third association relationship.

[0083] The air conditioner's processor pre-stores a third correlation between the user's time spent outdoors and the sterilization module's operating time. The longer the user spends outdoors, the longer the sterilization module operates. See Table 3 for details.

[0084] Table 3 Third Relationship

[0085]

[0086] In Table 3, t”1 <t”2<t”3<t”4。

[0087] In this way, the time users spend outdoors corresponds to the running time of the sterilization module, so as to fully sterilize the indoor environment and thus ensure the health of users.

[0088] Optionally, if the air conditioner's operating parameters change after the user leaves, the air conditioner can be restored to its operating parameters before the user left when the user returns.

[0089] Combination Figure 3 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, another method for controlling an air conditioner is provided, including:

[0090] S101, the processor obtains the status of the door closer and the user's status.

[0091] S132, the processor determines the number of people inside the room when the door closer is in the state of being both open and closed and the user is in the state of being indoors.

[0092] S142, the processor determines the operating parameters of the sterilization module when the number of people indoors increases.

[0093] S103, the processor controls the operation of the air conditioner according to the target operating parameters.

[0094] After acquiring the status of the door closer and the user, if the door closer is both open and closed, and the user is indoors, the air conditioner uses the first camera to determine if there has been an increase in the number of people indoors. If there is an increase, it means visitors have entered the room. Therefore, the sterilization module is activated to sterilize and disinfect the room. The more people there are, the longer the sterilization module will remain active, ensuring thorough sterilization of the indoor air and providing adequate protection for the user's health.

[0095] Combination Figure 4 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, another method for controlling an air conditioner is provided, including:

[0096] S101, the processor obtains the status of the door closer and the user's status.

[0097] S152, the processor obtains the outdoor situation when the door closer is closed and the user is indoors.

[0098] S162, the processor identifies the visitor if the outdoor situation indicates the presence of a visitor.

[0099] S172, the processor determines the identity of the visitor to the indoor user, or sends the visitor's identity and image to a preset user.

[0100] S103, the processor controls the operation of the air conditioner according to the target operating parameters.

[0101] After acquiring the status of the door closer and the user, if the door closer is closed and the user is indoors, the outdoor situation is further acquired. Optionally, a second camera is installed outdoors to capture outdoor footage. The air conditioner communicates with the second camera to acquire the outdoor footage. The air conditioner's processor processes the outdoor footage to determine if there is a visitor. A video call device is also installed indoors. If a visitor is identified, the video call device is controlled to display the outdoor visitor's image and identify the visitor. Specifically, the air conditioner's processor pre-stores the association between visitor characteristics and identities. The visitor's identity is determined by judging characteristics such as clothing, facial features, and voice. For example, first, it is determined whether the visitor's clothing characteristics correspond to an identity. Here, clothing characteristics include: courier clothing, food delivery clothing. If the visitor's identity cannot be determined by clothing characteristics, facial features and / or voice characteristics are further identified. Here, the air conditioner processor pre-stores the correspondence between the facial features and voice characteristics of family members and their identities. Family members include grandparents, parents, aunts, brothers, sisters, etc. If the visitor's identity can be confirmed, the video call device will display the visitor's identity via text, avatar, etc. If the visitor's identity cannot be confirmed through facial or voice features, the video call device will activate the call function so that the user can actively confirm the visitor's identity. Simultaneously, the air conditioner's processor also communicates with the terminal device of a preset user. When a visitor arrives, the air conditioner can send the visitor's image and confirmed identity to the preset user. Optionally, the preset user can be a guardian who can provide supervision and security for the user currently indoors. For example, if the user currently indoors is a minor, the guardian could be a parent, elder, or relative. Or, if the user currently indoors is a woman living alone, the guardian could be a parent or friend. In this way, when a visitor arrives, the system can promptly inform the user indoors of the visitor's identity and also notify the preset user, allowing the preset user to protect the user indoors.

[0102] Optionally, the terminal device refers to an electronic device with wireless connectivity. The terminal device can communicate with the air conditioner via the internet, or directly via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or other methods. In some embodiments, the terminal device may be, for example, a mobile device, a computer, or an in-vehicle device built into a hovercraft, or any combination thereof. Mobile devices may include, for example, mobile phones, smart home devices, wearable devices, smart mobile devices, virtual reality devices, or any combination thereof. Wearable devices may include, for example, smartwatches, smart bracelets, pedometers, etc.

[0103] Optionally, if the processor receives information indicating security from a preset user, it will no longer send the screen to the preset user.

[0104] Optionally, when there are no visitors and the indoor user opens the door and leaves, the processor can also determine the reason for the user leaving based on the image and / or sound captured by the first camera, such as: going out to throw away trash, go out to fetch water, go out to buy groceries, or the reason for the user leaving is unknown. The processor will then send the reason to a preset user to remind them to pay attention to the whereabouts of the indoor user.

[0105] Optionally, the air conditioner's processor determines whether there is a malicious visitor. Specifically, the air conditioner uses the image and / or sound acquired by the second camera to determine whether the visitor has engaged in acts such as forcibly breaking into the door, loitering outside the door for more than a first duration threshold, and intentionally spying. Optionally, the first duration threshold is 3-5 minutes. If so, the visitor is determined to be a malicious visitor. In this case, the air conditioner sends the image of the malicious visitor to a preset user and issues a red alert to remind the preset user to pay close attention to the personal safety of the user inside the room. Optionally, the air conditioner can also control the video call device to play pre-recorded warning messages, such as "Suspected illegal entry," "Police have been notified," "Please evacuate immediately," etc. If the malicious visitor continues malicious behavior after the warning messages are played, the video call device will automatically trigger an alarm.

[0106] Optionally, the processor determines whether the outdoor conditions indicate the presence of a visitor by:

[0107] The processor acquires outdoor sound.

[0108] When the processor detects outdoor sounds that meet preset conditions, it determines that there are visitors outdoors.

[0109] The air conditioner uses the microphone built into the second camera to pick up outdoor sounds. If the outdoor sounds meet preset conditions, it confirms the presence of a visitor. Optionally, the preset conditions include: knocking and / or footsteps exceeding a second duration threshold. Optionally, the second duration threshold is 15-20 seconds. After confirming the presence of a visitor, the air conditioner controls the second camera to activate its recording function and begin capturing outdoor footage.

[0110] Combination Figure 5 As shown, this embodiment of the disclosure provides an apparatus 50 for controlling an air conditioner, including: an acquisition module 51, a determination module 52, and a control module 53. The acquisition module 51 is configured to acquire the state of a door closer and the state of a user. The determination module 52 is configured to determine target operating parameters for the air conditioner based on the state of the door closer and the state of the user. The control module 53 is configured to control the operation of the air conditioner according to the target operating parameters.

[0111] The device for controlling an air conditioner provided in this embodiment acquires the status of the door closer and the user's status, and then determines the target operating parameters of the air conditioner to control its operation. This matches the target operating parameters of the air conditioner with the status of the door closer and the user, reducing indoor temperature fluctuations and improving the user experience.

[0112] Combination Figure 6 As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides a device 60 for controlling an air conditioner, including a processor 61 and a memory 62. Optionally, the device may further include a communication interface 63 and a bus 64. The processor 61, communication interface 63, and memory 62 can communicate with each other via the bus 64. The communication interface 63 can be used for information transmission. The processor 61 can call logical instructions in the memory 62 to execute the method for controlling the air conditioner described in the above embodiment.

[0113] Furthermore, the logical instructions in the aforementioned memory 62 can be implemented as software functional units and, when sold or used as independent products, can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium.

[0114] The memory 62, as a computer-readable storage medium, can be used to store software programs and computer-executable programs, such as program instructions / modules corresponding to the methods in the embodiments of this disclosure. The processor 61 executes functional applications and data processing by running the program instructions / modules stored in the memory 62, thereby implementing the method for controlling the air conditioner in the above embodiments.

[0115] The memory 62 may include a program storage area and a data storage area. The program storage area may store the operating system and applications required for at least one function; the data storage area may store data created based on the use of the terminal device. Furthermore, the memory 62 may include high-speed random access memory and may also include non-volatile memory.

[0116] Combination Figure 7 As shown, this disclosure provides an air conditioner 70, including: an air conditioner body, and the aforementioned device 50 (60) for controlling the air conditioner. The device 50 (60) for controlling the air conditioner is installed in the air conditioner body. The installation relationship described herein is not limited to placement inside the product, but also includes installation connections with other components of the product, including but not limited to physical connections, electrical connections, or signal transmission connections. Those skilled in the art will understand that the device 50 (60) for controlling the air conditioner can be adapted to feasible product bodies to achieve other feasible embodiments.

[0117] This disclosure provides a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions configured to perform the above-described method for controlling an air conditioner.

[0118] The aforementioned computer-readable storage medium may be a transient computer-readable storage medium or a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium.

[0119] The technical solutions of this disclosure can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium and includes one or more instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute all or part of the steps of the method described in this disclosure. The aforementioned storage medium can be a non-transitory storage medium, including: a USB flash drive, a portable hard drive, a read-only memory (ROM), a random access memory (RAM), a magnetic disk, or an optical disk, and other media capable of storing program code; it can also be a transient storage medium.

[0120] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of this disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural, logical, electrical, procedural, and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace parts and features of other embodiments. Moreover, the terminology used in this application is for describing embodiments only and is not intended to limit the claims. As used in the description of embodiments and claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to equally include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Similarly, the term “and / or” as used in this application means including one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations thereof. Additionally, when used in this application, the term "comprise" and its variations "comprises" and / or "comprising" refer to the presence of stated features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups thereof. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprises a..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, or apparatus that includes said element. In this document, each embodiment may focus on the differences from other embodiments, and similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to mutually. For methods, products, etc., disclosed in the embodiments, if they correspond to the method section disclosed in the embodiments, the relevant parts can be referred to the description of the method section.

[0121] Those skilled in the art will recognize that the units and algorithm steps of the various examples described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed herein can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered beyond the scope of the embodiments of this disclosure. Those skilled in the art will clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working processes of the systems, devices, and units described above can be referred to the corresponding processes in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0122] The methods and products (including but not limited to devices and equipment) disclosed in the embodiments herein can be implemented in other ways. For example, the device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. For instance, the division of units may be merely a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. In addition, the coupling or direct coupling or communication connection between the shown or discussed units may be through some interfaces, and the indirect coupling or communication connection between devices or units may be electrical, mechanical, or other forms. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the units may be selected to implement this embodiment according to actual needs. Furthermore, the functional units in the embodiments of this disclosure may be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit may exist physically separately, or two or more units may be integrated into one unit.

[0123] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods, and computer program products according to embodiments of this disclosure. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of code containing one or more executable instructions for implementing a specified logical function. In some alternative implementations, the functions marked in the blocks may occur in a different order than that shown in the drawings. For example, two consecutive blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. In the descriptions corresponding to the flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings, the operations or steps corresponding to different blocks may also occur in a different order than disclosed in the description, and sometimes there is no specific order between different operations or steps. For example, two consecutive operations or steps may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. Each block in a block diagram and / or flowchart, and combinations of blocks in a block diagram and / or flowchart, can be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or action, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

Claims

1. A method for controlling an air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner is communicatively connected to the door closer; the method includes: Get the status of the door closer and the user's status; The target operating parameters of the air conditioner are determined based on the status of the door closer and the user's status. Specifically: when the door closer is open and the user is indoors or at the door, the target operating parameters of the air conditioner are determined based on the duration of the door closer's open position; when the door closer is closed, the target operating parameters of the air conditioner are determined based on the user's status. Control the operation of the air conditioner according to the target operating parameters; The process of determining the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the opening duration of the door closer includes: Obtain the current operating mode of the air conditioner; Based on the opening duration of the door closer and the current operating mode of the air conditioner, determine the target temperature, target air outlet angle, and / or target fan speed, including: when the current operating mode of the air conditioner is heating mode, the opening duration of the door closer determines that the higher the target temperature, the lower the target air outlet angle, and / or the higher the target fan speed; when the current operating mode of the air conditioner is cooling mode, the opening duration of the door closer determines that the lower the target temperature, the higher the target air outlet angle, and / or the higher the target fan speed. The step of determining the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the user's status includes: If the user is not indoors, obtain the duration of the user's time outdoors and the current operating mode of the air conditioner; based on the duration of the user's time outdoors and the current operating mode, determine the target temperature and / or the target speed of the fan.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes: a sterilization module; The step of determining the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the user's status includes: If a user's status is "returning indoors from outdoors", obtain the duration the user spent outdoors; The operating parameters of the sterilization module are determined based on the amount of time the user spends outdoors.

3. The method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes: a sterilization module; The process of determining the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the status of the door closer and the user's status includes: If the door closer is in the state of both open and closed, and the user is indoors, determine the number of people inside; When the number of people indoors increases, determine the operating parameters of the sterilization module.

4. The method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The process of determining the target operating parameters of the air conditioner based on the status of the door closer and the user's status includes: If the door closer is closed and the user is indoors, obtain the outdoor situation; In outdoor situations where visitors are present, identify the visitors. Identify and remind indoor users of the visitor's identity, or send the visitor's identity and image to preset users.

5. A device for controlling an air conditioner, comprising a processor and a memory storing program instructions, characterized in that, The processor is configured to, when executing the program instructions, perform the method for controlling an air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1 to 4.

6. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: Air conditioner unit; and, The device for controlling an air conditioner as described in claim 5 is installed on the air conditioner body; The air conditioner body is communicatively connected to the door closer.

7. A storage medium storing program instructions, characterized in that, When the program instructions are executed, they perform the method for controlling the air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1 to 4.

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