Air conditioner

Abstract

The application discloses an air conditioner, which comprises a mother machine, a cabin and an air duct space arranged in the mother machine, a first air fan arranged in the air duct space, an air outlet arranged in the cabin and an air inlet arranged in the air duct space; and a child machine, which comprises a machine shell, an energy storage system, an energy release system and an energy storage water tank, the machine shell is provided with an air outlet and an air inlet, the child machine has a cold storage mode and an energy release mode, in the cold storage mode, the child machine is powered by a power supply module, the energy storage system is operated and an energy storage medium is stored, and the first air fan is operated to discharge the air in the cabin through the air outlet and the air inlet. Thus, the air in the cabin can be quickly discharged from the cabin through the cooperation of the first air fan and the child machine in the cold storage mode, the temperature in the cabin can be reduced, the cold storage efficiency of the child machine can be improved, and the time required for the cold storage of the child machine to reach a preset temperature can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air treatment, and more particularly to an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] In related technologies, existing air conditioners have a main unit and a slave unit that operate independently. When the slave unit operates in the cold storage mode inside the main unit's compartment, the air generated after heat exchange in the slave unit can only be discharged into the compartment. The air inside the compartment flows out of the compartment by natural flow, resulting in slow air renewal. The temperature difference between the compartment and the energy storage tank is too high, causing the cold storage efficiency of the slave unit to decrease after a period of cooling. This increases the time required for the slave unit to cool to the preset temperature, thereby increasing the operating energy consumption of the air conditioner. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes an air conditioner that can reduce the cabin temperature when the sub-unit is in cold storage mode, thereby improving the cold storage efficiency of the sub-unit and reducing the time required for the sub-unit to cool to a preset temperature.

[0004] The air conditioner according to the present invention includes: a main unit, wherein the main unit has a compartment and an air duct space, the compartment has a power supply module, the air duct space has a first fan, the air duct space has an exhaust vent located in the compartment, and the air duct space has an air supply vent; a sub-unit, wherein the sub-unit includes a casing, an energy storage system, an energy release system, and an energy storage tank, the casing has an air outlet and an air inlet, the energy storage system includes a compressor, a first heat exchanger, and a second heat exchanger, the energy release system includes a circulating pump and an energy release device, the energy release device being disposed adjacent to the air outlet. The first heat exchanger is disposed in the energy storage tank, and the energy storage tank contains an energy storage medium that exchanges heat with the first heat exchanger. The sub-unit has a cold storage mode and an energy release mode. In the cold storage mode, the sub-unit is located in the cabin and is powered by the power supply module. The energy storage system operates and the energy storage medium stores energy. The first fan operates and the air in the cabin is discharged through the exhaust port and the air supply port. In the energy release mode, the circulation pump operates, and the energy release system is configured to circulate the energy of the energy storage medium to the energy releaser.

[0005] According to the air conditioner of the present invention, when the sub-unit is in the cold storage mode, the first fan works in conjunction with the sub-unit to quickly exhaust the air generated by the heat exchange of the sub-unit in the cabin from the cabin. Compared with the prior art, it can reduce the temperature difference between the cabin and the energy storage tank, improve the cold storage efficiency of the sub-unit, and thus reduce the time required for the sub-unit to cool to the preset temperature.

[0006] In some examples of the present invention, the exhaust vent is provided with a first damper for opening or closing it; the duct space is provided with a fresh air outlet and a fresh air inlet, and the fresh air outlet is provided with a second damper for opening or closing it.

[0007] In some examples of the present invention, the housing of the mother machine is provided with a through hole to define the air outlet and the fresh air inlet.

[0008] In some examples of the present invention, the air duct space is further provided with a purification module, a third air door, and a fourth air door. The third air door is located between the purification module and the fresh air inlet, and the fourth air door is located between the air outlet of the first fan and the air supply outlet. When the first air door is open, the third air door is closed, the fourth air door is open, and the second air door is closed, the air in the cabin is discharged from the air supply outlet. When the first air door is closed, the fourth air door is closed, the second air door is open, and the third air door is open, the outdoor air is purified by the purification module and discharged from the fresh air outlet.

[0009] In some examples of the present invention, the fourth damper and the second damper are the same component and are rotatably disposed within the air duct space.

[0010] In some examples of the present invention, the energy release system further includes an energy harvester located inside the energy storage tank and exchanging heat with the energy storage medium, wherein the energy harvester, the circulating pump, and the energy releaser form a circulating fluid loop.

[0011] In some examples of the invention, the energy release system further includes a filter connected in series in the fluid circuit.

[0012] In some examples of the present invention, the compartment is provided with a hatch, the slave unit and the mother unit are communicatively connected, and the mother unit receives signals from the slave unit to control the hatch to open or close.

[0013] In some examples of the present invention, the power supply module has a first contact port, and the slave unit is provided with a second contact port, the first contact port and the second contact port are in contact, and the power supply module supplies power to the slave unit.

[0014] In some examples of the present invention, the air outlet is located at the top of the housing, and the compressor is located at the bottom of the housing.

[0015] In some examples of the present invention, an air guide component is provided at the air outlet, and the air guide component can be rotated to control the air volume and air direction of the air outlet.

[0016] In some examples of the present invention, the sub-unit further includes a humidification module, through which the humidified air is sent out from the air outlet.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner when the slave unit is removed from the mother unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a rear view of the air conditioner when the slave unit is moved into the mother unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner when the slave unit is moved into the mother unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the air conditioner when the sub-unit is operating in cold storage mode or heat storage mode according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of point A in the middle;

[0024] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the air conditioner from another angle when the sub-unit is operating in cold storage mode or heat storage mode according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of point B in the middle;

[0026] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the air conditioner from another angle when the sub-unit is operating in cold storage mode or heat storage mode according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of the air conditioner when the machine is operating in fresh air mode according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 10 for Figure 9 Enlarged view of point C in the middle;

[0029] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional view of the air conditioner from another angle when the machine unit is operating in fresh air mode according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 12 for Figure 11 Enlarged view of point D in the middle;

[0031] Figure 13 This is a cross-sectional view of the air conditioner from another angle when the machine unit is operating in fresh air mode according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 14 This is a cross-sectional view of the air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention when all dampers are closed;

[0033] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of a machine tool according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the slave unit according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the removal of a portion of the casing from the submachine according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram showing another angle from which part of the casing of the submachine is removed according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram of each fluid circuit in the submachine according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram of the second heat exchanger and the energy releaser integrated into a single component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 21 This is a schematic diagram of an energy storage water tank according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 22 This is a cross-sectional view of the energy storage water tank according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0041] Figure label:

[0042] Air conditioner 100; main unit 200; sub-unit 300;

[0043] Cabin 10; Exhaust vent 101; Power supply module 102; First air door 103; Cabin door 104;

[0044] Air duct space 20; First fan 201; Through hole 202; Fresh air outlet 203; Second damper 204; Purification module 205; Third damper 206; Fourth damper 207;

[0045] Casing 30; Air outlet 301; Air inlet 302; Air guide assembly 303;

[0046] Energy storage system 40; compressor 401; first heat exchanger 402; second heat exchanger 403; sub-unit air duct 404;

[0047] Energy release system 50; circulating pump 501; energy releaser 502; energy harvester 503; filter 504;

[0048] Energy storage water tank 60; inner shell 601; insulation layer 602; outer shell 603;

[0049] Humidification module 70; connecting pipe 80; second fan 90. Detailed Implementation

[0050] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0051] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationships, are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0052] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0053] The following is for reference. Figures 1-22 An air conditioner 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is described, wherein the air conditioner 100 can process indoor air to regulate indoor air temperature, air freshness, etc.

[0054] like Figures 1-22 As shown, the air conditioner 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a main unit 200 and a sub-unit 300. The air conditioner 100 may be equipped with a variety of functions on the main unit 200 and the sub-unit 300. In some embodiments of the present invention, the main unit 200 may be fixed indoors and may be used to cool or heat the indoor space. The main unit 200 may also draw outdoor air into the room or exhaust indoor air to the outside to improve indoor air quality.

[0055] And, as Figures 4-14 As shown, the mother unit 200 includes a compartment 10 and an air duct space 20. A power supply module 102 is installed in the compartment 10, and a battery can be installed on the daughter unit 300. The mother unit 200 can charge the battery of the daughter unit 300 through the power supply module 102. Preferably, the compartment 10 is located near the lower end of the mother unit 200, which reduces the difficulty of moving the daughter unit 300 into the compartment 10. The power supply module 102 is also located near the lower end of the compartment 10 to lower the center of gravity of the mother unit 200, thereby improving the stability of the air conditioner 100 and preventing it from tipping over.

[0056] A first fan 201 is installed within the air duct space 20. The air duct space 20 has an exhaust vent 101 located in the compartment 10 and an air supply vent. The first fan 201 is connected to both the exhaust vent 101 and the air supply vent. The first fan 201 draws air from the exhaust vent 101 into itself, and the air inside the first fan 201 is exhausted from the air supply vent to the outside of the air duct space 20. The air duct space 20 is connected to the compartment 10 via the exhaust vent 101, allowing for air exchange between them. After air from the compartment 10 is exhausted into the air duct space 20 through the exhaust vent 101, air from the compartment 10 is also exhausted from the air supply vent to the outside of the air duct space 20 through the first fan 201.

[0057] Furthermore, the mother unit 200 can be equipped with a connecting pipe 80, which can be located on the outside of the mother unit 200. The end of the connecting pipe 80 closer to the mother unit 200 can be connected to the air outlet, and the end of the connecting pipe 80 farther away from the mother unit 200 can be connected to the outdoor environment. Air in the outdoor environment can enter the air duct space 20 through the connecting pipe 80, and air in the air duct space 20 can also be discharged to the outside through the air outlet and the connecting pipe 80 in sequence.

[0058] Meanwhile, the sub-unit 300 includes a casing 30, an energy storage system 40, an energy release system 50, and an energy storage water tank 60. The casing 30 is equipped with an air outlet 301 and an air inlet 302, such as... Figures 16-18As shown, the air inlet 302 can be set on the circumferential side wall of the housing 30, and multiple air inlets 302 can be provided. Air can enter the housing 30 through the air inlet 302. Furthermore, the air inlet 302 can be equipped with a filter screen, which can filter dust in the air entering the housing 30 from the air inlet 302.

[0059] Furthermore, the sub-unit 300 may also include a sub-unit air duct 404 and a second fan 90. The housing 30 may define the sub-unit air duct 404, and the second fan 90 may be installed inside the sub-unit air duct 404. One end of the sub-unit air duct 404 is connected to the air outlet 301, and the other end of the sub-unit air duct 404 is connected to the air inlet 302. The second fan 90 can draw air from the air inlet 302 into the sub-unit air duct 404, and the air entering the sub-unit air duct 404 can be pressurized by the second fan 90 and blown out from the air outlet 301. The direction of the air blown out from the air outlet 301 may be directed towards the user or towards the room. The sub-unit 300 can change the indoor air conditions, which may include indoor air temperature, indoor air humidity, etc.

[0060] Furthermore, the energy storage system 40 includes a first heat exchanger 402, a compressor 401, and a second heat exchanger 403. The first heat exchanger 402, the compressor 401, and the second heat exchanger 403 are connected by a pipeline. The energy storage system 40 can be a closed flow path. The energy storage system 40 can store refrigerant. The compressor 401 can drive the refrigerant to flow between the first heat exchanger 402, the compressor 401, and the second heat exchanger 403.

[0061] The energy release system 50 includes an energy releaser 502 and a circulation pump 501, which are connected by a pipeline. In some embodiments of the present invention, the slave unit 300 also includes an energy harvester 503, which is located in the energy storage tank 60 and exchanges heat with the energy storage medium. The energy harvester 503, the circulation pump 501, and the energy releaser 502 form a circulating fluid loop. Specifically, the energy release medium flows through the above-mentioned fluid loop. The circulation pump 501 can drive the energy release medium to circulate between the energy releaser 502, the circulation pump 501, and the energy harvester 503. The energy release medium in the energy harvester 503 exchanges heat with the energy storage medium, and the heat-exchanged energy release medium flows into the energy releaser 502 to exchange heat with the outside air. In some specific examples of the present invention, the energy release medium can be a liquid with a low freezing point, such as ethylene glycol, or it can be a liquid with a high boiling point.

[0062] In some embodiments of the present invention, the circulation pump 501 is activated, causing the cold storage medium to flow directly into or out of the energy releaser 502, thereby utilizing the energy storage medium within the energy releaser 502 to directly exchange heat with the external space. In the following description, the energy release medium flowing through the energy release system 50 is used as an example.

[0063] The energy releaser 502 is located near the air outlet 301, and the first heat exchanger 402 is located inside the energy storage tank 60. The energy storage tank 60 contains an energy storage medium that exchanges heat with the first heat exchanger 402. In some preferred embodiments, the energy storage medium can be water, which is inexpensive and has good energy storage capacity. Of course, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, an energy storage structure made of a high heat capacity material can also be added to the energy storage medium. After the energy storage medium completes the heat exchange with the heat exchanger, the energy storage medium can exchange heat with the energy storage structure. By adding an energy storage structure to the energy storage medium, the energy storage capacity of the energy storage tank 60 can be further increased. The refrigerant can exchange heat with the energy storage medium in the first heat exchanger 402, and the refrigerant can exchange heat with the air in the second heat exchanger 403. The air that has completed heat exchange with the second heat exchanger 403 can be discharged to the outside of the sub-unit 300 through the second fan 90. The energy storage system 40 can introduce or export heat into the energy storage tank 60, thereby raising or lowering the temperature of the energy storage medium in the energy storage tank 60.

[0064] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 21 and Figure 22 As shown, the energy storage tank 60 may include an inner shell 601, an insulation layer 602, and an outer shell 603. The inner shell 601 is disposed inside the outer shell 603. The insulation layer 602 may be sandwiched between the inner shell 601 and the outer shell 603. The energy storage medium can be stored in the inner shell 601. The insulation layer 602 can prevent the energy storage medium in the inner shell 601 from exchanging heat with the external environment, thereby effectively extending the energy storage time of the energy storage tank 60.

[0065] Furthermore, such as Figure 17 , Figure 18 As shown, both the energy releaser 502 and the second heat exchanger 403 can be installed in the sub-unit air duct 404. The energy releaser 502 can be integrated with the second heat exchanger 403, and the heat exchange pipelines of the energy releaser 502 and the heat exchange pipelines of the second heat exchanger 403 can be spaced apart. The energy release medium in the energy releaser 502 and the refrigerant in the second heat exchanger 403 do not mix. By integrating the energy releaser 502 and the second heat exchanger 403 together, the space occupied by the energy releaser 502 and the second heat exchanger 403 in the sub-unit 300 can be reduced, thereby making the structure of the sub-unit 300 more compact and reducing the size of the sub-unit 300.

[0066] Furthermore, the surface of the energy emitter 502 and / or the surface of the second heat exchanger 403 may be provided with fins. That is, the surface of the energy emitter 502 may be provided with fins, or the surface of the second heat exchanger 403 may be provided with fins, or both the surface of the energy emitter 502 and the surface of the second heat exchanger 403 may be provided with fins. Preferably, both the surface of the energy emitter 502 and the surface of the second heat exchanger 403 may be provided with fins. The fins can increase the contact area between the energy emitter 502 and the air, and between the second heat exchanger 403 and the air, thereby improving the heat exchange efficiency between the energy emitter 502 and the air, and between the second heat exchanger 403 and the air.

[0067] The sub-unit 300 has a cold storage mode and an energy release mode. In the cold storage mode, the sub-unit 300 is located in the compartment 10 and is powered by the power supply module 102. The energy storage system 40 operates and the energy storage medium stores energy. The first fan 201 runs the air in the compartment 10 and discharges it through the exhaust port 101 and the supply port. Specifically, in the cold storage mode, the second fan 90 can draw air from the air inlet 302 into the sub-unit air duct 404. The air exchanges heat with the second heat exchanger 403 in the sub-unit air duct 404. The compressor 401 drives the refrigerant to flow in the energy storage system 40. The refrigerant discharged from the compressor 401 is first discharged into the second heat exchanger 403 for condensation and heat dissipation. Then, the refrigerant flowing out of the second heat exchanger 403 is throttled and depressurized by the throttling element and discharged into the first heat exchanger 402. The refrigerant discharged from the first heat exchanger 402 flows back into the compressor 401, completing the refrigeration cycle. The temperature of the second heat exchanger 403 is higher than the temperature of the air drawn into the submachine air duct 404 from the air inlet 302. In other words, the second heat exchanger 403 can heat the air in the submachine air duct 404, and the first heat exchanger 402 can cool the energy storage medium in the energy storage tank 60. The heated air can be discharged into the cabin 10 through the air outlet 301.

[0068] Furthermore, the first fan 201 can draw the heated air from the chamber 10 into the air duct space 20, and the first fan 201 can exhaust the heated air to the outside through the through hole 202. When the sub-unit 300 is in the cold storage mode, the first fan 201 works in conjunction with the sub-unit 300 to quickly exhaust the air generated by the heat exchange of the sub-unit 300 from the chamber 10. Compared with the prior art, this can reduce the temperature difference between the chamber 10 and the energy storage tank 60, prevent the cold storage efficiency of the sub-unit 300 from decreasing after a period of cooling, thereby improving the cold storage efficiency of the sub-unit 300, and reducing the time required for the sub-unit 300 to cool to the preset temperature, thus reducing the operating energy consumption of the air conditioner 100.

[0069] According to some specific embodiments of the present invention, the slave unit 300 may also have a heat storage mode. In the heat storage mode, the slave unit 300 is located in the compartment 10 and is powered by the power supply module 102. The heating system operates and the energy storage medium stores energy. The first fan 201 runs the air in the compartment 10 and discharges it through the exhaust port 101 and the supply port. Specifically, in the heat storage mode, the second fan 90 can draw air from the air inlet 302 into the slave unit air duct 404. The air exchanges heat with the second heat exchanger 403 in the slave unit air duct 404. The compressor 401 drives the refrigerant to flow in the energy storage system 40. The high-temperature and high-pressure refrigerant discharged from the compressor 401 is first discharged into the first heat exchanger 402. Then, the refrigerant flowing out of the first heat exchanger 402 is throttled and depressurized by the throttling element and discharged into the second heat exchanger 403 for evaporation and heat absorption. The refrigerant discharged from the second heat exchanger 403 flows back into the compressor 401, completing the heating cycle. That is, the temperature of the second heat exchanger 403 is lower than the temperature of the air drawn into the submachine air duct 404 from the air inlet 302. In other words, the second heat exchanger 403 can cool the air in the submachine air duct 404, and the first heat exchanger 402 can heat the energy storage medium in the energy storage tank 60. The cooled air can be discharged into the cabin 10 through the air outlet 301.

[0070] Furthermore, the first fan 201 can draw the cooled air from the chamber 10 into the air duct space 20, and the first fan 201 can exhaust the cooled air to the outside through the through hole 202. When the sub-unit 300 is in heat storage mode, the first fan 201 works in conjunction with the sub-unit 300 to quickly exhaust the air generated after heat exchange in the chamber 10, thereby improving the heat storage efficiency of the sub-unit 300. However, the invention is not limited to this. For example, the sub-unit 300 can also be equipped with a heating device, such as a heating rod, which can be inserted into the energy storage tank 60 to heat the energy storage medium, thus increasing the temperature and storing energy. By controlling the heating device to draw power from the power supply module 102, the operating time of the sub-unit 300 after it is removed from the chamber 10 can be extended, thereby preventing the sub-unit 300 from frequently returning to the chamber 10 due to power outages.

[0071] In energy release mode, the circulation pump 501 operates, and the energy release system 50 is configured to circulate the energy (cold or hot) of the energy storage medium to the energy release device 502. Preferably, the energy release device 502 can be located within the slave unit's air duct 404. Specifically, when the battery on the slave unit 300 reaches a preset charge level, the slave unit 300 can be moved outside the compartment 10 to operate. In energy release mode, the slave unit 300 is located outside the compartment 10. In energy release mode, the circulation pump 501 operates, and the energy release system 50 is also configured to circulate the cold or hot energy of the energy storage medium to the energy release device 502. The second fan 90 can draw air from the air inlet 302 into the sub-unit air duct 404. The air exchanges heat with the energy releaser 502 in the sub-unit air duct 404. The circulating pump 501 drives the energy release medium to flow in the energy release system 50. The energy release medium flowing into the energy releaser 502 can exchange heat or cold with the air to heat or cool the air at the energy releaser 502. The heated or cooled air can be discharged into the indoor environment through the air outlet 301 to increase or decrease the indoor temperature.

[0072] Furthermore, the sub-unit 300 may be equipped with a drive device. After the sub-unit 300 has completed charging in the compartment 10 and / or after the sub-unit 300 has completed cooling or heating in the compartment 10, the sub-unit 300 may be moved out of the compartment 10 by the drive device. The sub-unit 300 may also move automatically in the room by the drive device. By making the sub-unit 300 movable relative to the main unit 200, the cooling and / or heating range of the air conditioner 100 may be increased, and the uniformity of indoor temperature may be improved, thereby improving the product quality of the air conditioner 100.

[0073] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figures 8-10 As shown, a first damper 103 can be provided at the exhaust vent 101. The first damper 103 can be used to close or open the exhaust vent 101. At least a portion of the structure of the first damper 103 can selectively block the exhaust vent 101. When the first damper 103 blocks the exhaust vent 101, the first damper 103 can close the exhaust vent 101, and air cannot circulate between the compartment 10 and the air duct space 20. When the first damper 103 does not block the exhaust vent 101, the first damper 103 can open the exhaust vent 101, and air can circulate between the compartment 10 and the air duct space 20.

[0074] In some embodiments of the present invention, a first pivot shaft may be provided on the first damper 103, and a first motor may be provided at the exhaust port 101. The first motor may be connected to the first pivot shaft, and the first motor may control the rotation of the first pivot shaft so that the first pivot shaft drives the first damper 103 to selectively block the exhaust port 101, thereby causing the first damper 103 to close or open the exhaust port 101.

[0075] When the sub-unit 300 is located inside the compartment 10 and is operating in either cold storage or heat storage mode, the first damper 103 can open the exhaust vent 101. The exhaust vent 101 connects the compartment 10 and the duct space 20. The air generated by the sub-unit 300 after heat exchange can be discharged into the compartment 10. The air discharged into the compartment 10 can enter the duct space 20 through the exhaust vent 101. The first fan 201 can discharge the air from the exhaust vent 101 into the duct space 20 to reduce the temperature difference between the compartment 10 and the energy storage tank 60, thereby improving the cooling or heating efficiency of the sub-unit 300.

[0076] Furthermore, when the submachine 300 is moved outside the cabin 10, the first air door 103 can close the exhaust port 101. The exhaust port 101 cannot connect the cabin 10 and the air duct space 20. The air in the air duct space 20 cannot enter the cabin 10 through the exhaust port 101, which can prevent dust and other debris in the air duct space 20 from entering the cabin 10, thereby ensuring that the cabin 10 is clean and tidy.

[0077] Furthermore, the air duct space 20 can be equipped with a fresh air inlet and a fresh air outlet 203. The fresh air outlet 203 can be equipped with a second damper 204, which can be used to close or open the fresh air outlet 203. The fresh air inlet can be connected to the outdoor environment, and the fresh air outlet 203 can be connected to the indoor environment. The main unit 200 can have a fresh air mode. When the main unit 200 is operating in fresh air mode, both the fresh air inlet and the fresh air outlet 203 can be opened, and the exhaust vent 101 can be closed. Outdoor air can enter the air duct space 20 through the fresh air inlet. The first fan 201 can pressurize the fresh air entering the air duct space 20 and exhaust it into the indoor environment through the fresh air outlet 203, thereby improving indoor air quality and helping to maintain the user's physiological health.

[0078] Simultaneously, at least a portion of the structure of the second damper 204 can selectively block the fresh air outlet 203. When the second damper 204 blocks the fresh air outlet 203, the second damper 204 can close the fresh air outlet 203, preventing air circulation between the indoor environment and the duct space 20. When the second damper 204 does not block the fresh air outlet 203, the second damper 204 can open the fresh air outlet 203, allowing air circulation between the indoor environment and the duct space 20.

[0079] In some embodiments of the present invention, a second pivot shaft may be provided on the second damper 204, and a second motor may be provided at the fresh air outlet 203. The second motor may be connected to the second pivot shaft, and the second motor may control the rotation of the second pivot shaft so that the second pivot shaft drives the second damper 204 to selectively block the fresh air outlet 203, thereby causing the second damper 204 to close or open the fresh air outlet 203. By providing a second damper 204 at the fresh air outlet 203, when the sub-unit 300 is operating in cold storage mode or heat storage mode, the second damper 204 can close the fresh air outlet 203. The second damper 204 can prevent the air generated after heat exchange by the sub-unit 300 from entering the indoor space through the fresh air outlet 203, thereby avoiding air pollution in the indoor space and improving the user experience of the air conditioner 100.

[0080] Furthermore, such as Figure 14 As shown, the casing of the main unit 200 can be provided with a through hole 202, which can define both a fresh air inlet and a supply air outlet. This means that the through hole 202 can be used simultaneously as both a supply air outlet and a fresh air inlet, but can only be used as one of these at a time. Specifically, when the slave unit 300 is located inside the compartment 10 and operates in either cold storage or heat storage mode, the through hole 202 can be used as a supply air outlet. Air generated by heat exchange in the slave unit 300 enters the air duct space 20 and can then be exhausted to the outside through the through hole 202. When the main unit 200 operates in fresh air mode, the through hole 202 can be used as a fresh air inlet. Air from the outdoor environment can flow into the air duct space 20 through the through hole 202, and the air can then enter the indoor space from the fresh air outlet 203 to refresh the indoor air.

[0081] By using a through hole 202 to define the fresh air inlet and the air outlet, compared with setting multiple through holes 202 on the surface of the housing to define the fresh air inlet and the air outlet, the number of openings on the surface of the mother machine 200 can be reduced, thereby simplifying the structure of the mother machine 200 and improving the processing efficiency of the housing of the mother machine 200.

[0082] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 8 , Figure 13 , Figure 14As shown, the air duct space 20 can also be equipped with a third air damper 206, a purification module 205, and a fourth air damper 207. A third air damper 206 can be installed between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205, and a fourth air damper 207 can be installed between the air outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201. The purification module 205 can be installed between the fresh air inlet and the first fan 201. When the main unit 200 is operating in fresh air mode, the purification module 205 can filter the air flowing from the fresh air inlet to the first fan 201. The purification module 205 can block dust and other impurities in the air, thereby preventing indoor air pollution caused by dust and other impurities. Preferably, the purification module 205 can be a filter screen. Dust and other impurities can be blocked by the mesh of the filter screen. Setting the purification module 205 as a filter screen makes it easy for users to clean the purification module 205, thereby preventing the purification module 205 from becoming clogged and malfunctioning.

[0083] Furthermore, by setting a third damper 206 between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205, the third damper 206 can selectively block the air duct between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205. When the third damper 206 is open, it does not block the air duct between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205, and air from the outdoor environment can flow sequentially through the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205 to the first fan 201. When the third damper 206 is closed, it blocks the air duct between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205, preventing airflow between them.

[0084] Similarly, by installing a fourth damper 207 between the air outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201, the fourth damper 207 can selectively block the air duct between the air outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201. When the fourth damper 207 is open, it does not block the air duct between the air outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201, and the air discharged from the first fan 201 can flow towards the air outlet. When the fourth damper 207 is closed, it blocks the air duct between the air outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201, preventing airflow between them.

[0085] Furthermore, a third pivot shaft can be installed on the fourth damper 207, and a third motor can be installed in the duct space 20. The third motor can be connected to the third pivot shaft, and the third motor can control the rotation of the third pivot shaft so that the third pivot shaft drives the fourth damper 207 to selectively block the duct between the air supply outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201.

[0086] When the first air damper 103 is open, the third air damper 206 is closed, the fourth air damper 207 is open, and the second air damper 204 is closed, the air in the compartment 10 can be discharged from the air outlet. Specifically, when the first air damper 103 is open, the third air damper 206 is closed, the fourth air damper 207 is open, and the second air damper 204 is closed, the slave unit 300 can be in cold storage mode or heat storage mode, the master unit 200 can turn off the fresh air mode, the exhaust vent 101 can be opened, air cannot flow between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205, air can flow between the air outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201, the fresh air outlet 203 can be closed, the air in the compartment 10 can flow into the air duct space 20, and the air entering the air duct space 20 from the compartment 10 can flow towards the first fan 201. After air flows out from the first fan 201, it can flow towards the air outlet. The second damper 204 can prevent air from flowing into the room from the fresh air outlet 203, thus preventing the air in the compartment 10 from interfering with the cooling or heating of the indoor air by the main unit 200. Furthermore, the third damper 206 can prevent the air flowing out from the first fan 201 from flowing towards the purification module 205, thus preventing the air in the compartment 10 from circulating in the air duct space 20. This allows the first fan 201 to effectively exhaust the air in the compartment 10, thereby further improving the cooling or heating efficiency of the sub-unit 300.

[0087] When the first air damper 103 is closed, the fourth air damper 207 is closed, the second air damper 204 is open, and the third air damper 206 is open, outdoor air is purified by the purification module 205 and discharged from the fresh air outlet 203. Specifically, when the first air damper 103 is closed, the fourth air damper 207 is closed, the second air damper 204 is open, and the third air damper 206 is open, the slave unit 300 can be moved outside the compartment 10, or the slave unit 300 can be put into hibernation inside the compartment 10, the master unit 200 can be in fresh air mode, the exhaust vent 101 can be closed, air can circulate between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205, air cannot circulate between the air supply vent and the air outlet of the first fan 201, and the fresh air outlet 203 can be opened.

[0088] Air can flow from the fresh air inlet, be purified by the purification module 205, and then flow to the first fan 201. The first damper 103 can prevent air entering the duct space 20 from the fresh air inlet from flowing into the chamber 10. After the air flows out of the first fan 201, it can flow towards the fresh air outlet 203. The fourth damper 207 can prevent air from flowing out of the air outlet to the outside, thus preventing a reduction in the amount of fresh air discharged into the room by the air conditioner 100. It can also prevent outdoor fresh air from entering the room without being purified by the purification module 205. When the through hole 202 serves as both the air outlet and the fresh air inlet, the fourth damper 207 can also prevent the fresh air discharged by the first fan 201 from congesting with the fresh air at the fresh air inlet. Therefore, the fourth damper 207 can increase the fresh air exhaust volume of the main unit 200, prevent indoor air pollution, and reduce the energy consumption of the first fan 201 when the main unit 200 is operating in fresh air mode.

[0089] In some embodiments of the present invention, the third damper 206 and the fourth damper 207 can be the same component. For example, the duct space 20 can be provided with a fifth damper, which can be used simultaneously as the third damper 206 and the fourth damper 207, and the fifth damper is rotatably disposed within the duct space 20. A fourth pivot shaft can be provided on the fifth damper, and a fourth motor can be provided within the duct space 20. The fourth motor can be connected to the fourth pivot shaft, and the fourth motor can control the rotation of the fourth pivot shaft to drive the fifth damper to rotate. The fifth damper can have a first blocking position and a second blocking position. When the fifth damper rotates to the first blocking position, it can act as the third damper 206 blocking the duct between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205. When the fifth damper rotates to the second blocking position, it can act as the fourth damper 207 blocking the duct between the air outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201.

[0090] When the fifth air damper acts as the third air damper 206 to block the air duct between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205, the fifth air damper can not block the air duct between the air supply outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201. This prevents air from the outdoor environment from flowing from the fresh air inlet toward the purification module 205. The fifth air damper can also control the air discharged from the first fan 201 to flow toward the air supply outlet. This allows the air in the chamber 10 to pass through the exhaust outlet 101, the first fan 201, and the air supply outlet in sequence and be discharged to the outside, thereby reducing the temperature difference between the chamber 10 and the energy storage tank 60.

[0091] Furthermore, when the fifth damper acts as the fourth damper 207 to block the air duct between the air supply outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201, the fifth damper can remain unobstructed between the fresh air inlet and the purification module 205. This allows outdoor air to flow from the fresh air inlet toward the purification module 205, and the fifth damper can prevent the fresh air discharged from the first damper 103 from flowing toward the air supply outlet. This allows outdoor air to sequentially pass through the fresh air inlet, purification module 205, first fan 201, and fresh air outlet 203 before being discharged into the room, thereby improving indoor air quality. By setting the third damper 206 and the fourth damper 207 as the same component, the number of dampers in the duct space 20 can be reduced, thus simplifying the structure of the mother unit 200 and reducing its production cost.

[0092] In other embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 14 As shown, the fourth damper 207 is adapted to partially block the fresh air outlet 203, and the fourth damper 207 and the second damper 204 are adapted to jointly block the fresh air outlet 203. Specifically, when the main unit 200 is operating in fresh air mode, the fourth damper 207 can be closed and the second damper 204 can be opened. When the fourth damper 207 is in the closed position, it can block the air duct between the outlet and the supply air vent of the first fan 201, and does not block the fresh air outlet 203. When the second damper 204 is in the open position, it does not block the fresh air outlet 203. At this time, the fresh air outlet 203 is fully open and the air duct between the outlet and the supply air vent of the first fan 201 is closed. Fresh air flowing from the first fan 201 can flow from the fresh air outlet 203 into the indoor environment, and the fresh air cannot flow towards the supply air vent, thus reducing the amount of fresh air lost from the first fan 201.

[0093] When the slave unit 300 is operating in cold storage mode or heat storage mode, the fourth damper 207 can be opened and the second damper 204 can be closed. When the fourth damper 207 is in the open position, it does not block the air duct between the air outlet and the air supply port of the first fan 201. When the fourth damper 207 is in the open position, it can block the fresh air outlet 203 together with the second damper 204. At this time, the fresh air outlet 203 is completely closed and the air duct between the air outlet and the air supply port of the first fan 201 is connected. The air in the compartment 10 flowing out from the first fan 201 can flow out to the outdoor environment through the air supply port, and the air in the compartment 10 cannot flow to the fresh air outlet 203. This can reduce the air in the compartment 10 from interfering with the mother unit 200's cooling or heating of the indoor air.

[0094] Furthermore, the fourth damper 207 and the second damper 204 can be the same component. For example, the duct space 20 can be provided with a sixth damper, which can be used simultaneously as the second damper 204 and the fourth damper 207. The sixth damper can have a third blocking position and a fourth blocking position. When the sixth damper is rotated to the third blocking position, it can act as the second damper 204 to close the fresh air outlet 203. When the sixth damper is rotated to the fourth blocking position, it can act as the fourth damper 207 to block the duct between the air supply outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201.

[0095] When the sixth damper acts as the second damper 204 to close the fresh air outlet 203, the sixth damper can not block the air duct between the air supply outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201. This allows the air in the compartment 10 flowing out from the first fan 201 to flow out to the outdoor environment through the air supply outlet, and the air in the compartment 10 cannot flow to the fresh air outlet 203. This can reduce the air in the compartment 10 from interfering with the mother machine 200's cooling or heating of the indoor air.

[0096] Furthermore, when the sixth damper acts as the fourth damper 207 to block the air duct between the air supply outlet and the air outlet of the first fan 201, the sixth damper can open the fresh air outlet 203, thereby allowing air from the outdoor environment to flow from the first fan 201 toward the fresh air outlet 203. The sixth damper can also prevent the fresh air discharged from the first fan 201 from flowing toward the air supply outlet, thus allowing the fresh air flowing out of the first fan 201 to flow into the indoor environment through the fresh air outlet 203, and also reducing the amount of fresh air lost from the first fan 201.

[0097] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 21 , Figure 22 As shown, the energy release system 50 may also include an energy harvester 503. The energy harvester 503 can be installed inside the energy storage tank 60, and the energy storage medium can exchange heat with the energy harvester 503. The energy harvester 503, the circulation pump 501, and the energy releaser 502 form a circulating fluid loop. When the battery on the sub-unit 300 reaches a preset charge level, the sub-unit 300 can be moved outside the compartment 10 to operate. The sub-unit 300 can operate in energy release mode, and the circulation pump 501 can run.

[0098] The second fan 90 can draw air from the air inlet 302 into the sub-unit air duct 404. The air exchanges heat with the energy releaser 502 in the sub-unit air duct 404. The circulation pump 501 drives the energy release medium to flow in the energy release system 50. Since there is a temperature difference between the air temperature drawn into the sub-unit air duct 404 by the second fan 90 and the temperature in the energy storage tank 60, the energy storage medium exchanges heat with the energy harvester 503, and the air exchanges heat with the energy releaser 502. The energy release system 50 can transfer the heat or cold of the energy storage medium to the energy releaser 502 to heat or cool the air at the energy releaser 502. The heated or cooled air can be discharged into the indoor environment through the air outlet 301 to raise or lower the indoor temperature.

[0099] Furthermore, when the slave unit 300 is set to a heat storage mode but not a cold storage mode, the energy release medium can be an energy storage medium. The circulating pump 501 can pump the energy storage medium into the fluid circuit of the energy release system 50. After the energy release is completed by the energy releaser 502, the energy storage medium can return to the energy storage tank 60. This setting can reduce the number of components in the energy storage tank 60, and the energy storage tank 60 can store more energy storage medium, thereby increasing the energy storage capacity of the energy storage tank 60.

[0100] It should be understood that because the slave unit 300 discharges too much heat from the energy storage medium in the energy storage tank 60 during the cold storage mode, the temperature of the energy storage medium will drop below its freezing point, causing it to solidify. The solid state of the energy storage medium has poor fluidity. If the circulating pump 501 draws the energy storage medium into the fluid circuit of the energy release system 50 to release energy at the energy release device 502, it will cause the energy storage medium to clog the fluid circuit of the energy release system 50, leading to the failure of the energy release system 50. Therefore, when the slave unit 300 is set to the cold storage mode, the energy storage tank 60 needs to be equipped with an energy harvester 503, and the freezing point of the energy release medium in the energy release system 50 must be lower than the minimum temperature of the energy storage tank 60. This ensures that the energy release medium in the energy release system 50 flows normally when the slave unit 300 is in the energy release mode, thereby preventing the failure of the energy release system 50.

[0101] Furthermore, such as Figure 21 , Figure 22 As shown, the energy harvester 503 can be integrated with the first heat exchanger 402, and the heat exchange pipeline of the energy harvester 503 is spaced apart from the heat exchange pipeline of the first heat exchanger 402. The energy release medium in the energy harvester 503 does not mix with the refrigerant in the first heat exchanger 402. By integrating the energy harvester 503 with the first heat exchanger 402, the space occupied by the energy harvester 503 and the first heat exchanger 402 in the energy storage tank 60 can be reduced, thereby allowing the energy storage tank 60 to store more energy storage medium, and thus increasing the energy storage capacity of the energy storage tank 60.

[0102] In some embodiments of the present invention, the energy release system 50 may further include a filter 504 connected in series in the fluid circuit. The filter 504 can filter impurities in the fluid circuit of the energy release system 50, thereby preventing impurities from clogging the energy release device 502 and / or the energy harvester 503, and preventing a decrease in the flow rate of the energy release medium in the fluid circuit of the energy release system 50, thereby improving the heat exchange and thermal conductivity efficiency of the energy release system 50.

[0103] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 1 As shown, compartment 10 may be equipped with a door 104, which can open or close compartment 10. When door 104 is open, sub-unit 300 can move into or out of compartment 10. Furthermore, the shell of mother unit 200 may be equipped with a guide ramp connecting the ground and the entrance to compartment 10. Sub-unit 300 can enter or exit compartment 10 along the guide ramp. When door 104 is closed, compartment 10 essentially forms an insulated space. Compartment 10 can reduce energy loss in the energy storage tank 60 within compartment 10, thereby effectively extending the insulation time of the energy storage tank 60 after cooling or heating by sub-unit 300, and thus reducing the energy consumption of air conditioner 100.

[0104] Furthermore, the mother unit 200 and the daughter unit 300 can communicate with each other, with the mother unit 200 receiving signals from the daughter unit 300 to control the opening or closing of the hatch 104. The daughter unit 300 may be equipped with at least one control box, for example... Figure 18 As shown, the control box may include a first control box and a second control box. The first and second control boxes can be used to control the drive device to control the movement path of the slave unit 300. A first communication device may be installed in both the first and second control boxes, and a corresponding second communication device may be installed in the master unit 200. The first communication device can communicate with the second communication device. Before the slave unit 300 moves to the charging position inside the compartment 10, the master unit can receive a signal from the slave unit 300 to control the opening of the compartment door 104, thereby ensuring that the slave unit 300 can smoothly enter the compartment 10 for charging. Furthermore, after the slave unit 300 moves to the charging position inside the compartment 10, the master unit can receive a signal from the slave unit 300 to control the closing of the compartment door 104, thereby ensuring that the compartment 10 has good heat preservation capabilities.

[0105] In some embodiments of the present invention, the power supply module 102 may have a first contact port, and the slave unit 300 may have a second contact port. The second contact port may contact the first contact port, and the power supply module 102 may supply power to the slave unit 300. One of the first and second contact ports may be provided with a metal pin, and the other of the first and second contact ports may be provided with a socket. A conductive element may be provided inside the socket, and the metal pin may be inserted into the socket to contact the conductive element. That is, the first contact port may be provided with a metal pin, and the second contact port may be provided with a socket, or the first contact port may be provided with a socket, and the second contact port may be provided with a metal pin.

[0106] By connecting the metal pins to the sockets, the first contact port and the second contact port can be electrically connected. Through the electrical interaction between the first and second contact ports, the power supply module 102 can supply power to the sub-machine 300, ensuring its normal operation. Compared to placing the power supply module 102 on the sub-machine 300, placing it inside the compartment 10 reduces the space occupied by the power supply module 102 on the sub-machine 300, thereby effectively reducing the size of the sub-machine 300, or allowing the sub-machine 300 to accommodate more functional modules.

[0107] In other embodiments of the present invention, both the first contact port and the second contact port may be provided with metal contacts. When the first contact port and the second contact port are connected, the metal contacts on the first contact port can make contact with the metal contacts on the second contact port. By making contact and connecting the metal contacts on the first contact port and the metal contacts on the second contact port, the first contact port and the second contact port can be electrically connected. By electrically engaging the first contact port and the second contact port, the power supply module 102 can supply power to the slave unit 300 to ensure the normal operation of the slave unit 300.

[0108] However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, the power supply module 102 may also have a wireless charging module, and the slave unit 300 may be equipped with a wireless receiving module. Both the wireless charging module and the wireless receiving module can be designed according to the principle of electromagnetic induction. The power supply module 102 can wirelessly charge the slave unit 300 through the wireless charging module. The wireless charging module and the wireless receiving module can achieve the technical effect of contactless charging between the master unit 200 and the slave unit 300. When the power supply module 102 and the slave unit 300 are electrically connected, high positional accuracy is not required, thereby saving the position calibration time between the power supply module 102 and the slave unit 300.

[0109] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 16-18As shown, an air outlet 301 can be provided on the top of the casing 30, and a compressor 401 can be provided on the lower part of the casing 30. When the sub-unit 300 is located in the compartment 10, the exhaust vent 101 can be located close to the upper side of the sub-unit 300. By placing the air outlet 301 on the top of the casing 30, the distance between the air outlet 301 and the exhaust vent 101 can be reduced, allowing the air generated after heat exchange by the sub-unit 300 to flow more easily into the air duct space 20. This prevents the air generated after heat exchange by the sub-unit 300 from accumulating in the compartment 10, further reducing the temperature difference between the compartment 10 and the energy storage tank 60, and further improving the cold storage efficiency of the sub-unit 300, thereby reducing the time required for the sub-unit 300 to cool to the preset temperature. Furthermore, by placing the compressor 401 at the lower part of the housing 30, the compressor 401 can effectively utilize the space inside the housing 30, and the size of the sub-machine 300 can be reduced, thereby making the structure of the sub-machine 300 more compact.

[0110] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figures 16-18 As shown, an air guide assembly 303 can be provided at the air outlet 301. The air guide assembly 303 is rotatable and can control the air outlet direction and air volume of the air outlet 301. Specifically, the air guide assembly 303 may include at least one air guide plate and at least one fifth motor. The air blown out from the air outlet 301 can flow along the surface of the air guide plate, and the air guide plate can guide the airflow to achieve the technical effect of the air guide assembly 303 controlling the air outlet direction of the air outlet 301.

[0111] Furthermore, each air guide vane can be equipped with a fifth pivot shaft, and each fifth pivot shaft can be connected to a corresponding fifth motor. The fifth motor can control the rotation of the fifth pivot shaft, causing the fifth pivot shaft to drive the air guide vane to rotate, thereby adjusting the rotation angle of the air guide vane relative to the air outlet 301, and thus adjusting the air outlet direction of the air outlet 301. Further, by selectively blocking the air outlet 301 with the air guide vane, the air volume of the air outlet 301 can be adjusted. By using the air guide assembly 303 to control the air volume and air direction of the air outlet 301, the sub-unit 300 can supply air to the user according to the user's needs, thereby improving the user experience of the air conditioner 100.

[0112] Of course, in other embodiments of the present invention, there may be one fifth motor, and multiple fifth pivot shafts may be connected to one fifth motor. The fifth motor may simultaneously control the rotation of multiple fifth pivot shafts, and the fifth pivot shafts may drive multiple air guides to rotate, thereby reducing the number of fifth motors in the air conditioner 100 and thus reducing the production cost of the air conditioner 100.

[0113] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 18As shown, the sub-unit 300 may also include a humidification module 70, through which humidified air is delivered from the air outlet 301. The humidification module 70 may include a humidification water tank, into which the user can add water. However, the invention is not limited to this; for example, the user can also add liquids such as essential oils. The humidification module 70 can atomize the water or essential oils in the humidification tank. When air flows towards the air outlet 301, the atomized water or essential oils can mix into the air. When the air is delivered from the air outlet 301, the humidified air can increase the humidity of the indoor air, thereby preventing dry skin for the user. When essential oils are added to the air, the air has a pleasant aroma, which can improve the user's mood. By incorporating a humidification module 70 into the sub-unit 300, the functionality of the sub-unit 300 can be improved, thereby further enhancing the product quality of the air conditioner 100.

[0114] According to some specific embodiments of the present invention, both the mother machine 200 and the daughter machine 300 can be equipped with positioning devices. The positioning device on the mother machine 200 can be used to locate the position of the mother machine 200 in the room, and the positioning device on the mother machine 200 can set the charging position in the compartment 10 as the positioning origin. The positioning device on the daughter machine 300 can be used to locate the position of the daughter machine 300 in the room. By controlling the daughter machine 300 to move to the positioning origin on the mother machine 200, the daughter machine 300 can be moved to the charging position. When the positioning device of the daughter machine 300 determines that the daughter machine 300 is not aligned with the positioning origin on the mother machine 200, the positioning device of the daughter machine 300 can control the daughter machine 300 to adjust its position multiple times until the daughter machine 300 moves to the charging position. Furthermore, the slave unit 300 may also be equipped with an alarm device. If the slave unit 300 still cannot move to the charging position after multiple attempts, the slave unit 300 can trigger the alarm device. The alarm device can prompt the user to manually adjust the position of the slave unit 300 within the compartment 10 to ensure that the slave unit 300 is in the charging position. Preferably, the slave unit 300 can trigger the alarm device if it still cannot move to the charging position after three attempts.

[0115] However, the present invention is not limited to this. For example, multiple infrared ranging devices can be installed in the compartment 10 of the mother unit 200. These multiple infrared ranging devices can emit infrared rays in different directions, and the infrared rays all illuminate different positions of the daughter unit 300. The multiple infrared ranging devices can measure the distance between the infrared ranging device and the corresponding illuminated position by reflecting the infrared rays, thereby determining whether the daughter unit 300 is in the charging position. When the infrared ranging device determines that the daughter unit 300 is not in the charging position, the mother unit 200 can control the daughter unit 300 to adjust its position multiple times until the daughter unit 300 moves to the charging position. By controlling the daughter unit 300 to be in the charging position, it can be ensured that the power supply module 102 reliably supplies power to the daughter unit 300, and it can avoid the generation of electrical sparks between the power supply module 102 and the daughter unit 300 during charging, thereby reducing the occurrence of dangerous accidents and preventing damage to the air conditioner 100.

[0116] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0117] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: include: The mother machine has a compartment and a duct space. The compartment is equipped with a power supply module. The duct space is equipped with a first fan. The duct space has an exhaust vent located in the compartment and an air supply vent. The sub-unit includes a casing, an energy storage system, an energy release system, and an energy storage tank. The casing has an air outlet and an air inlet. The energy storage system includes a compressor, a first heat exchanger, and a second heat exchanger. The energy release system includes a circulating pump and an energy releaser. The energy releaser is located adjacent to the air outlet. The first heat exchanger is located inside the energy storage tank, which contains an energy storage medium that exchanges heat with the first heat exchanger. The sub-unit has a cooling mode and an energy release mode. In the cooling mode, the sub-unit is located inside the cabin and is powered by the power supply module. The energy storage system operates and the energy storage medium stores energy. The first fan operates, and the air inside the cabin is discharged through the exhaust port and the supply port. In the energy release mode, the circulation pump operates, and the energy release system is configured to circulate the energy of the energy storage medium to the energy releaser. The exhaust vent is equipped with a first damper for opening or closing it; The air duct space is provided with a fresh air outlet and a fresh air inlet, and the fresh air outlet is provided with a second air damper for opening or closing it; The air duct space is also equipped with a purification module, a third air door and a fourth air door. The third air door is located between the purification module and the fresh air inlet, and the fourth air door is located between the air outlet of the first fan and the air supply outlet. When the first air door is open, the third air door is closed, the fourth air door is open and the second air door is closed, the air inside the cabin is discharged from the air outlet; When the first air damper is closed, the fourth air damper is closed, the second air damper is open, and the third air damper is open, outdoor air is discharged from the fresh air outlet after being purified by the purification module.

2. The air conditioner of claim 1, wherein The housing of the mother machine is provided with a through hole to define the air outlet and the fresh air inlet.

3. The air conditioner of claim 1, wherein The fourth damper and the second damper are the same component and are rotatably disposed within the air duct space.

4. The air conditioner of claim 1, wherein The energy release system also includes an energy harvester, which is located inside the energy storage tank and exchanges heat with the energy storage medium. The energy harvester, the circulating pump, and the energy releaser form a circulating fluid loop.

5. The air conditioner of claim 4, wherein The energy release system also includes a filter connected in series in the fluid circuit.

6. The air conditioner of claim 1, wherein The compartment is equipped with a hatch, and the slave unit and the mother unit are connected in communication. The mother unit receives signals from the slave unit to control the hatch to open or close.

7. The air conditioner of claim 1, wherein The power supply module has a first contact port, and the slave unit has a second contact port. The first contact port and the second contact port are in contact, and the power supply module supplies power to the slave unit.

8. The air conditioner of claim 1, wherein The air outlet is located at the top of the housing, and the compressor is located at the bottom of the housing.

9. The air conditioner of claim 8, wherein An air guide component is provided at the air outlet, and the air guide component can be rotated to control the air volume and air direction of the air outlet.

10. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein The sub-unit also includes a humidification module, and the air humidified by the humidification module is sent out from the air outlet.

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