Air guide structure and air conditioner

Abstract

The present invention provides an air guiding structure and an air conditioner. The air guiding structure includes: a rotating shaft, which is connected to the housing of the air conditioner; an air guiding plate, which is connected to the rotating shaft and can rotate under the driving action of the rotating shaft; wherein, the air guiding plate includes a first end close to the rotating shaft and a second end far from the rotating shaft, and the thickness of the first end is different from that of the second end. Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: In the prior art, the condensation conditions of the condensate water at various positions on the air guiding plate are roughly the same, so the condensate water in the prior art is likely to cause the water blowing phenomenon when the air is blown out. In this case, since the thickness of the first end is different from that of the second end, the condensation conditions of the condensate water at positions with different thicknesses can also be different. Different degrees of condensation of the condensate water can lead to the improvement of the water blowing situation of the condensate water on the air guiding plate.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of air conditioners, and more particularly to a wind guiding structure and an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] In the case of conventional refrigeration of an air conditioner, since the air deflector is provided at the air outlet of the air conditioner, a main air outlet and a secondary air outlet with different air volumes are often formed. After the air conditioner operates and blows air for a period of time, the temperature difference on both sides of the air deflector will cause condensed water to be generated on the air deflector. Especially for large cooling capacity models, the condensation of condensed water is more serious. As the condensed water increases, the phenomenon of water blowing is likely to occur, which is likely to bring a bad user experience to customers.

[0003] Therefore, how to reduce the water blowing phenomenon of condensed water at the air outlet of the air conditioner has become an urgent problem to be solved. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The problem solved by the present invention is how to reduce the water blowing phenomenon of condensed water at the air outlet of the air conditioner.

[0005] To solve the above problems, the present invention provides a wind guiding structure for an air conditioner, which includes: a rotating shaft connected to the housing of the air conditioner; an air deflector connected to the rotating shaft and capable of rotating under the driving action of the rotating shaft; wherein, the air deflector includes a first end close to the rotating shaft and a second end far from the rotating shaft, and the thickness of the first end is different from that of the second end.

[0006] Compared with the prior art, the technical effect that can be achieved by adopting this solution: The condensation of condensed water at each position on the air deflector in the related art is roughly the same, so the condensed water in the related art is likely to cause the water blowing phenomenon when the air is blown. In this case, since the thickness of the first end is different from that of the second end, the condensation of condensed water at different thickness positions is also different, and the different condensation degrees of condensed water can lead to the improvement of the water blowing situation of condensed water on the air deflector.

[0007] In an embodiment of the present invention, the thickness of the air deflector gradually changes from the first end to the second end.

[0008] Compared with the prior art, the technical effect that can be achieved by adopting this solution: The thickness change from the first end to the second end is a continuous gradual change, that is, the thickness from the first end to the second end is a smooth transition. This design is convenient and simple for the processing and injection molding of the air deflector on the premise of ensuring the water blocking and blowing effect of the air deflector.

[0009] In an embodiment of the present invention, the thickness of the first end is less than that of the second end.

[0010] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: the thickness of one end is smaller than that of the second end, so there is an upward movement trend from the first end to the second end. Then, when the condensed water moves from the first end to the second end, due to the slope, under the action of gravity, the condensed water is not easy to reach the second end from the first end.

[0011] In an embodiment of the present invention, the thickness of the first end is 50% to 75% of the thickness of the second end.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: the thickness change of the first end compared to the second end is between 50% and 75%. Without the occurrence of water blowing of the condensed water, the thickness difference from the first end to the second end will not be too large. As a result, the overall weight has no obvious change compared to the air deflector without the thickness setting at the ports.

[0013] In an embodiment of the present invention, the thickness of the first end is 2.5 mm to 3 mm, and the thickness of the second end is 4.0 mm to 5.0 mm.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: preferably, the difference between the thickness of the first end and the thickness of the second end does not exceed 2.5 mm, so that the air deflector has a certain slope, but the overall center of gravity will not move greatly.

[0015] In an embodiment of the present invention, the air guiding structure is arranged in the top area of the air conditioner.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: the air guiding structure is arranged at the top of the air conditioner, which can effectively prevent the phenomenon of water blowing caused by excessive wind speed when the top air outlet air conditioner is in use.

[0017] In an embodiment of the present invention, when the air deflector is closed to block the air outlet of the air conditioner, there is a first gap between the edge of the first end and the housing.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: the existence of the first gap enables there to be a certain air outlet range between the second end and the housing at the position of the first gap.

[0019] In an embodiment of the present invention, when the air deflector is opened to avoid the air outlet of the air conditioner, the edge of the first end extends into the air conditioner and has a second gap with the housing.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: the existence of the first gap leads to the existence of the second gap, so that there is a certain air outlet volume at the second gap. Furthermore, the temperature difference between the upper surface and the lower surface of the air deflector is reduced, making it not easy for condensed water to condense on the air deflector.

[0021] In one embodiment of the present invention, an air conditioner includes: an air outlet; a wind guiding structure that opens, avoids, or blocks the air outlet by opening and closing.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: Since the air conditioner has the wind guiding structure in this case, the condensation of the condensed water at the air outlet of the air conditioner is improved.

[0023] In one embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner is a mobile air conditioner, and the air outlet is provided in the top area of the air conditioner.

[0024] Compared with the prior art, the technical effects that can be achieved by adopting this solution are as follows: The air conditioner with a top air outlet structure is convenient for air outlet and has a wide application range. When the mobile air conditioner with a top air outlet structure is used against the wall, the air outlet efficiency will not be lost due to the blockage of the wall. Description of the Drawings

[0025] Figure 1 It is a side view of the wind guiding structure;

[0026] Figure 2 It is a schematic structural diagram of the wind guiding structure installed at the air outlet in the open state;

[0027] Figure 3 It is a front view of the wind guiding structure;

[0028] Figure 4 It is a schematic structural diagram of the air conditioner;

[0029] Figure 5 It is a schematic structural diagram of the wind guiding structure installed at the air outlet in the closed state.

[0030] Description of the Reference Numerals:

[0031] 100: Wind guiding structure; 110: Rotating shaft; 120: Wind guiding plate; 121: First end; 122: Second end; First gap: X1; Second gap: X2; 130: Upper surface; 140: Lower surface; 200: Air conditioner; 210: Air outlet. Detailed Embodiments

[0032] To make the above objects, features, and advantages of the present invention more obvious and understandable, the following detailed description of the specific embodiments of the present invention will be given with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0033] Embodiment 1:

[0034] See Figure 1 、 Figure 2 And Figure 4The present invention provides an air guide structure 100 of an air conditioner 200, and the air guide structure 100 includes: a rotating shaft 110, which is connected to a shell of the air conditioner 200; an air guide plate 120, which is connected to the rotating shaft 110 and can rotate under the driving action of the rotating shaft 110; wherein the air guide plate 120 includes a first end 121 close to the rotating shaft 110 and a second end 122 away from the rotating shaft 110, and the thickness of the first end 121 is different from the thickness of the second end 122.

[0035] In this embodiment, the wind guide structure 100 is disposed at the air outlet 210 of the air conditioner 200. The wind guide structure 100 can guide the wind blown out from the air conditioner 200 and change the wind direction so that the wind can blow to the required place. At the same time, the wind guide structure 100 is provided with a rotating shaft 110, which is connected to the housing of the air conditioner 200. The rotating shaft 110 can change the setting angle of the wind guide structure 100 by rotating.

[0036] Among them, when the air conditioner 200 is operating normally, an auxiliary air outlet is formed between the upper surface 130 of the air guide plate 120 and the shell. Since the auxiliary air outlet is small, the wind blown out of the auxiliary air outlet is small. A main air outlet is formed between the lower surface 140 of the air guide plate 120 and the shell. Since the main air outlet is large, the wind blown out of the main air outlet is large. Therefore, a certain temperature difference is formed between the upper surface 130 and the lower surface 140 of the air guide plate 120, so that the temperature of the upper surface 130 of the air guide plate 120 drops slower than that of the lower surface 140, so condensation water will form on the upper surface 130 of the air guide plate 120.

[0037] In this embodiment, since the condensation conditions of condensed water at various positions on the air guide plate 120 in the related art are roughly the same, the condensed water in the related art is prone to blowing when the air is discharged. In this case, the thickness of the first end 121 is different from that of the second end 122, so that the condensation conditions of condensed water at positions with different thicknesses are also different, and the different condensation degrees of condensed water can improve the blowing condition of condensed water on the air guide plate 120.

[0038] When the air guide structure 100 is in use, the opening angle between the air guide plate 120 and the shell is set to α. When this angle is too small, for example, when α is between 0° and 10°, or at a minimum air outlet angle of this air conditioner 200, condensed water formed on the upper surface 130 of the air guide plate 120 is easily blown out by the wind blown out of the auxiliary air outlet, resulting in water outlet.

[0039] In this embodiment, the surface thickness of the first end 121 and the second end 122 are set differently, which will result in different degrees of condensation water at different locations on the upper surface 130 of the air guide plate 120. The upper and lower temperature differences at the thicker parts of the air guide plate 120 are smaller, and the condensation water is not easy to condense, which can reduce the occurrence of water blowing phenomenon.

[0040] Furthermore, there are two cases when the thickness of the first end 121 is different from that of the second end 122. When the thickness of the first end 121 is greater than that of the second end 122, when the condensed water is blown from the second end 122 to the first end 121 by the wind, since the thickness of the first end 121 is greater than that of the second end 122, there will be a slope at the first end 121 relative to the second end 122, which stops the condensed water from rising, thereby reducing the water blowing phenomenon. When the thickness of the first end 121 is less than that of the second end 122, since the second end 122 is close to the air outlet 210 and the air deflector 120 at the air outlet 210 is set thicker, it can ensure that the condensed water is not easily condensed at the second end 122, and the thicker second end 122 can block the air flow from the second end 122 to the housing, reducing the air volume and further reducing the water blowing phenomenon.

[0041] Embodiment 2:

[0042] See Figure 1 , the thickness of the air deflector 120 gradually changes from the first end 121 to the second end 122.

[0043] In this embodiment, the thickness change of the first end 121 towards the second end 122 is a continuous gradual change, that is, the thickness from the first end 121 to the second end 122 is a smooth transition. The thickness drop from the first end 121 to the second end 122 is small, that is, the slope of the air deflector 120 is small. This design is convenient and simple for the processing and injection molding of the air deflector 120 while ensuring the water blocking effect of the air deflector 120.

[0044] Furthermore, the thickness change of the first end 121 towards the second end 122 is a stepped change, that is, the thickness change from the first end 121 to the second end 122 is arranged in a stepped manner. The stepped corner can face the first end 121 or the second end 122. The air deflector 120 arranged in a stepped manner can further prevent the water blowing phenomenon of the condensed water when it is blown out by the blowing wind due to the blocking of the stepped surface.

[0045] Embodiment 3:

[0046] See Figure 1 to Figure 2 And Figure 4 , the thickness of the first end 121 is less than the thickness of the second end 122.

[0047] In this embodiment, when the air guiding structure 100 conducts the air guiding work, the first end 121 is the end close to the air outlet 210, and the second end 122 is the end far from the air outlet 210.

[0048] When the air outlet work is carried out normally, condensate will be generated on the upper surface 130 of the air deflector 120 due to the temperature difference. When the amount of condensed water condensation becomes larger and larger, due to the blowing of the air outlet 210, the condensed water will move from the first end 121 to the second end 122. Since the thickness of the first end 121 is smaller than that of the second end 122, there is an upward slope movement trend from the first end 121 to the second end 122. This can make the condensed water not easily reach from the first end 121 to the second end 122 under the action of gravity due to the slope during the movement from the first end 121 to the second end 122.

[0049] At the same time, when the material of the upper surface 130 of the air deflector 120 is smooth enough, due to the slope from the first end 121 to the second end 122, the condensed water can also slide into the air conditioner 200 from the upper surface 130 of the air deflector 120, thereby further preventing the phenomenon of water blowing.

[0050] Embodiment Four:

[0051] See Figure 1 to Figure 2 , the thickness of the first end 121 is 50% to 75% of the thickness of the second end 122.

[0052] In this embodiment, the thickness change of the first end 121 compared to the second end 122 is between 50% and 75%. Without causing water blowing of the condensed water, the thickness difference from the first end 121 to the second end 122 is not too large. The overall weight has no obvious change compared to the air deflector 120 without the thickness setting at the ports.

[0053] The overall weight remains unchanged, but for the first end 121, the mass decreases, and for the second end 122, the mass increases. This leads to the shift of the center of gravity. Without increasing the turning force of the rotating shaft 110, while ensuring the normal opening and closing of the air deflector 120, it is necessary to move the position of the shaft hole in the rotating shaft 110 forward so that the rotating shaft 110 can drive the air deflector 120 to rotate with the same force, thereby keeping the overall torque of the air guiding structure 100 unchanged.

[0054] Preferably, the thickness of the first end 121 is 2.5 mm to 3 mm, and the thickness of the second end 122 is 4.0 mm to 5.0 mm.

[0055] Embodiment Five:

[0056] See Figure 2 to Figure 4 , the air guiding structure 100 is arranged in the top area of the air conditioner 200.

[0057] In this embodiment, the air guiding structure 100 is arranged at the top of the air conditioner 200, so that the air conditioner 200 blows air towards the top. For the air conditioner 200 with top air outlet in this embodiment, the air guiding structure 100 is arranged at the top of the air conditioner 200, which can effectively prevent the phenomenon of water blowing caused by excessive wind speed when the air conditioner 200 with top air outlet is in use.

[0058] Similarly, the air guiding structure 100 in this case can be arranged around the housing of the air conditioner 200. Similar to the air outlet mode of the vertical air conditioner 200, using the air guiding structure 100 in this case can also improve the phenomenon of condensate water blowing at the air outlet 210 of the vertical air conditioner 200.

[0059] Embodiment Six:

[0060] Refer to Figure 2 、 Figure 4 to Figure 5 When the air guiding plate 120 is closed to block the air outlet 210 of the air conditioner 200, there is a first gap X1 between the edge of the first end 121 and the housing.

[0061] Further, when the air guiding plate 120 is opened to avoid the air outlet 210 of the air conditioner 200, the edge of the first end 121 extends into the air conditioner 200 and there is a second gap X2 between it and the housing.

[0062] In this embodiment, the existence of the first gap X1 enables there to be a certain air outlet range between the second end 122 and the housing at the position of the first gap X1. At the same time, the existence of the first gap X1 leads to the existence of the second gap X2, so that there is a certain air volume at the second gap X2. Furthermore, the temperature difference between the upper surface 130 and the lower surface 140 of the air guiding plate 120 is reduced, making it difficult for condensate water to condense on the air guiding plate 120.

[0063] Further, when the air conditioner 200 is not in use, the air guiding structure 100 is closed at the air outlet 210, that is, the air guiding structure 100 fits with the housing. At this time, a first gap X1 is formed between the edge of the first end 121 and the housing. The size of the first gap X1 needs to be kept within a preferred range, that is, the first gap X1 cannot be too large. An overly large first gap X1 will cause the open area at the air outlet 210 of the air conditioner 200 to be too large, making it easy for external objects to enter the housing of the air conditioner 200, resulting in faults of the air conditioner 200.

[0064] Preferably, while maintaining the first gap X1 and within a reasonable range, increasing the length of the first gap X1 ensures an increased air outlet range of the air outlet 210 between the second end 122 and the housing. That is, when the air conditioner 200 is in use, refer to Figure 5The increase in the first gap X1 causes the second gap X2 to increase accordingly. When the air conditioner 200 is in air outlet operation, the length of the second gap X2 is increased, thereby increasing the air outlet volume at the second gap X2. After the air outlet volume at the second gap X2 increases, the temperature difference between the upper surface 130 and the lower surface 140 of the air guide plate 120 decreases, making it difficult for condensed water to condense on the air guide plate 120.

[0065] Embodiment seven:

[0066] See also Figure 4 An air conditioner 200 includes: an air outlet 210; an air guide structure 100, and the air guide structure 100 avoids or blocks the air outlet 210 by opening and closing.

[0067] In this embodiment, the air conditioner 200 has the air guide structure 100 in this case, so that the condensation of condensed water at the air outlet 210 of the air conditioner 200 is improved.

[0068] At the same time, the air conditioner 200 has the air guide structure 100 in this case, which can further improve the water blowing condition of the air outlet 210 of the air conditioner 200, thereby enhancing the user experience of the customer.

[0069] Embodiment eight:

[0070] See also Figure 3 to Figure 4 The air conditioner 200 is a mobile air conditioner 200 , and the air outlet 210 is disposed in the top area of ​​the air conditioner 200 .

[0071] In the present embodiment, the air conditioner 200 is specifically a mobile air conditioner 200, and the mobile air conditioner 200 can be placed in various positions by moving. Furthermore, the mobile air conditioner 200 is a top outlet structure, that is, the air outlet 210 is arranged on the top of the mobile air conditioner 200, and the air conditioner 200 with the top outlet structure is convenient for air outlet and has a wide range of applications. When the mobile air conditioner 200 with the top outlet structure is used against a wall, the air outlet efficiency will not be lost due to the obstruction of the wall, and the mobile air conditioner 200 with the top outlet structure in the present embodiment has an air guide structure 100 which is a whole air guide plate 120. A single air guide plate 120 can maximize the air outlet efficiency at the air outlet 210.

[0072] Although the present invention is disclosed as above, the present invention is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of the present invention shall be subject to the scope defined by the claims.

Claims

1. An air guide structure (100) of an air conditioner (200), characterized in that: The wind guide structure (100) comprises: A rotating shaft (110), the rotating shaft (110) being connected to a housing of the air conditioner (200); an air guide plate (120), the air guide plate (120) being connected to the rotating shaft (110) and being capable of rotating under the driving action of the rotating shaft (110); The wind deflector (120) comprises a first end (121) close to the rotating shaft (110) and a second end (122) far from the rotating shaft (110), and the thickness of the first end (121) is different from the thickness of the second end (122); When the air guide plate (120) is closed to cover the air outlet (210) of the air conditioner (200), a first gap (X1) is provided between the edge of the first end (121) and the housing; When the air guide plate (120) is opened to avoid the air outlet (210) of the air conditioner (200), the edge of the first end (121) extends into the air conditioner (200) and a second gap (X2) is formed between the first end (121) and the housing; When the air conditioner (200) is in use, the enlargement of the first gap (X1) causes the second gap (X2) to increase accordingly.

2. The wind guide structure (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thickness of the air guide plate (120) gradually changes from the first end (121) to the second end (122).

3. The wind guide structure (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thickness of the first end (121) is smaller than the thickness of the second end (122).

4. The wind guide structure (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thickness of the first end (121) is 50% to 75% of the thickness of the second end (122).

5. The wind guide structure (100) according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thickness of the first end (121) is 2.5 mm to 3 mm, and the thickness of the second end (122) is 4.0 mm to 5.0 mm.

6. The wind guide structure (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The air guide structure (100) is arranged in the top area of ​​the air conditioner (200).

7. An air conditioner (200), characterized in that: The air conditioner (200) comprises: Air outlet (210); The air guide structure (100) according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the air guide structure (100) avoids or blocks the air outlet (210) by opening and closing.

8. The air conditioner (200) according to claim 7, characterized in that: The air conditioner (200) is a mobile air conditioner (200), and the air outlet (210) is arranged in the top area of ​​the air conditioner (200).

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