Fragrance module and air conditioner

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of fragrance module and air conditioner, fragrance module includes: fixed seat, fixed seat has multiple fragrance outlets;Fragrance box, fragrance box is movably arranged in fixed seat, fragrance box is provided with multiple for holding fragrance piece holding cavity, multiple holding cavity and multiple fragrance outlet corresponding communication;Rotary piece, rotary piece is rotatably arranged in fixed seat, rotary piece is provided with fragrance outlet, rotary piece rotates to make fragrance outlet and multiple holding cavity fragrance outlet switching communication.Fragrance module according to the embodiment of the application, by setting movable fragrance box, can facilitate the installation or replacement of fragrance piece, improve the user experience, by setting multiple holding cavity, multiple fragrance pieces can be installed, prolong the replacement cycle, reduce replacement frequency;By the rotation of rotary piece, realize the switching use of multiple fragrance pieces, can satisfy the use demand of different users, improve the use experience of fragrance module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and more specifically, to a fragrance module and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards continue to improve, the functional requirements of air conditioners are becoming more diverse, no longer limited to cooling and heating. More and more air conditioners are equipped with other air handling modules that can perform air purification, disinfection, and other operations. Among related technologies, some air conditioners are equipped with fragrance modules. However, these fragrance modules have complex structures, are inconvenient to remove and place, have limited functions, and provide a poor user experience, leaving room for improvement. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one object of the present invention is to provide a fragrance module that is easy to use and has good sealing properties.

[0004] The present invention also proposes an air conditioner.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, a fragrance module includes: a fixed base having a plurality of fragrance outlets; a fragrance box movably disposed on the fixed base, the fragrance box having a plurality of holding cavities for holding fragrance components, the plurality of holding cavities correspondingly communicating with the plurality of fragrance outlets; and a rotating member rotatably disposed on the fixed base, the rotating member having a fragrance vent, the rotating member rotating to switch communication between the fragrance vent and the plurality of fragrance outlets.

[0006] According to the fragrance module of the present invention, by setting a movable fragrance box, the installation or replacement of fragrance components can be facilitated, thereby improving the user experience. By setting multiple holding cavities, multiple fragrance components can be installed, extending the replacement cycle and reducing the replacement frequency. By rotating the rotating component, the use of multiple fragrance components can be switched, which can meet the usage needs of different users and improve the user experience of the fragrance module.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of fragrance outlets are arranged at intervals along an arc, the center of the arc coinciding with the rotation center of the rotating component.

[0008] According to an embodiment of the fragrance module of the present invention, one of the rotating member and the fixed base has a first sliding groove, and the other of the rotating member and the fixed base has a first sliding member, the first sliding member being adapted to slide in cooperation with the first sliding groove.

[0009] In some examples, a portion of the upper surface of the fixed base is recessed downward to form the first sliding groove, the rotating member is disposed on the fixed base and includes a rotating body and a baffle, the fragrance outlet is disposed on the rotating body, the baffle is disposed on the outer edge of the rotating body, and at least a portion of the baffle protrudes from the lower surface of the rotating body to form the first sliding member.

[0010] In some examples, the first slider extends along an arc, and the first groove forms an arc-shaped groove.

[0011] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the fragrance module further includes a fixed cover having a plurality of vent holes, and the rotating member rotates to switch the fragrance vent to communicate with the plurality of vent holes.

[0012] In some examples, one of the rotating member and the fixed cover has a second groove, and the other of the rotating member and the fixed cover has a second sliding member adapted to slide in conjunction with the second groove.

[0013] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the fragrance module has a mounting cavity with at least one open side, and the fragrance box is removably disposed in the mounting cavity.

[0014] In some examples, the fragrance box has a first mating part, and the inner wall surface of the mounting cavity has a second mating part, the first mating part and the second mating part extending along the pull-out direction of the fragrance box and mating with each other.

[0015] In some examples, the first mating portion forms a rib and / or a groove; the second mating portion forms a groove and / or a rib.

[0016] In some examples, the fragrance box includes: a mounting box having a top-opening chamber; and a partition disposed in the mounting box for dividing the chamber into a plurality of the holding chambers, wherein the first mating portion is formed in the mounting box and / or the partition.

[0017] In some examples, the top edge of the mounting box has the first mating portion, which forms a rib protruding from the top of the mounting box, and the top of the mounting cavity has an upwardly recessed groove, which forms the second mating portion.

[0018] In some examples, the bottom edge of the mounting box has the first mating portion, which forms an upwardly recessed groove, and the bottom of the mounting cavity has an upwardly protruding rib, which forms the second mating portion.

[0019] In some examples, the upper end face of the partition plate is provided with the first mating part, the first mating part forms a downwardly recessed groove, and the top of the mounting cavity has a downwardly protruding rib, the rib being positioned corresponding to and interlocking with the groove.

[0020] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the fragrance module of the fragrance box further has a handle protrusion, a portion of the lower surface of the handle protrusion is recessed upward to form a handle position, and the fixing seat has an avoidance notch corresponding to the position of the handle position.

[0021] An air conditioner according to a second aspect of the present invention includes: a housing; and a fragrance module, wherein the fragrance module is the same as that according to a first aspect of the present invention, and the fragrance module is disposed on the housing. The air conditioner according to the present invention makes it more convenient to install or replace fragrance components, improves the user experience, expands the application scenarios of fragrance components, and meets the needs of different users.

[0022] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner has a plurality of mounting positions inside the housing, and the air conditioner further includes a mounting bracket, which can be detachably coupled with any of the mounting positions, and the fragrance module is installed in the mounting bracket.

[0023] 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

[0024] 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:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a fragrance module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 It is along Figure 1 Sectional view of line AA in the middle;

[0027] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Enlarged view of the D-structure;

[0028] Figure 4 It is along Figure 1 Sectional view of the middle BB line;

[0029] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Enlarged view of the E-structure;

[0030] Figure 6 It is along Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the CC line;

[0031] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Enlarged view of the F-structure;

[0032] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the fragrance module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 Enlarged view of the G structure;

[0034] Figure 10 This is a partial disassembly diagram of the fragrance module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Enlarged view of the H-structure in the middle;

[0036] Figure 12 yes Figure 10 Enlarged view of the I-structure;

[0037] Figure 13 This is an exploded view of the fragrance module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 14 yes Figure 13 Enlarged view of the J-structure;

[0039] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the fragrance module and the mounting bracket according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a fresh air module according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0041] Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 18 This is an exploded view of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0043] Figure label:

[0044] Fragrance module 100, air conditioner 200, casing 210, mounting position 220, fresh air module 230, air duct components 240, fragrance component 300.

[0045] Fixed base 10, fragrance outlet 101, first mounting cavity 102, second mounting cavity 103, wire harness groove 104, motor groove 105, first sliding groove 11, first recess 12, second rib 13, third rib 14, clearance notch 15.

[0046] Fragrance box 20, holding cavity 201, mounting box 21, divider 22, first rib 23, second groove 24, third groove 25, holding protrusion 26, handle position 251.

[0047] Rotating component 30, fragrance outlet 301, rotating body 31, rotating center part 311, connecting part 312, mounting part 313, baffle 32, first sliding component 321, second sliding component 322.

[0048] Fixed cover 40, vent 401, second slide 41, first cover 42, second cover 43, connecting section 44.

[0049] Driver component 50, wireless communication module 51, mounting bracket 60. 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 1-18The fragrance module 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention can be installed in an air conditioner or in an air purifier or other device. It is understood that the fragrance module 100, as a functional module of the device, can output air with fragrance to the indoor space. It can not only purify the indoor air and mask odors, but also create a living atmosphere through fragrance, improve the enjoyment of life and enhance the user experience.

[0054] like Figures 1-18 As shown, a fragrance module 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a fixed base 10, a fragrance box 20, and a rotating member 30. The fixed base 10 has a plurality of fragrance outlets 101. The fragrance box 20 is disposed in the fixed base 10 and has a plurality of holding cavities 201 for holding fragrance components 300. The fragrance box 20 can move relative to the fixed base 10 to facilitate the taking and putting in of fragrance components 300. The plurality of holding cavities 201 are correspondingly connected to the plurality of fragrance outlets 101, that is, the number of holding cavities 201 is the same as the number of fragrance outlets 101. Each fragrance outlet 101 has a corresponding holding cavity 201 and each holding cavity 201 has a corresponding fragrance outlet 101, so that the fragrance of the fragrance component 300 in the holding cavity 201 can be emitted through the corresponding fragrance outlet 101.

[0055] The rotating component 30 is mounted on the fixed base 10 and can rotate relative to the fixed base 10. This rotation can be in one direction or in two opposite directions, similar to an oscillating motion. The rotating component 30 is equipped with a fragrance outlet 301. When the fragrance outlet 301 is connected to any fragrance outlet 101, the fragrance of the fragrance component 300 in the corresponding holding cavity 201 can be released. By rotating the rotating component 30, the fragrance outlet 301 can be switched to connect with multiple fragrance outlets 101, allowing the fragrance of the fragrance component 300 in different holding cavities 201 to be released, thus achieving rapid fragrance switching.

[0056] According to the embodiment of the present invention, the fragrance module 100, by providing a movable fragrance box 20, facilitates the installation or replacement of fragrance components 300, thereby improving the user experience. By providing multiple holding cavities 201, multiple fragrance components 300 can be installed, extending the replacement cycle and reducing the replacement frequency. By rotating the rotating component 30, the multiple fragrance components 300 can be switched for use, which can meet the usage needs of different users and improve the user experience of the fragrance module 100.

[0057] It should be noted that the multiple fragrance diffusers 300 have the same geometric dimensions. Users can place a fragrance diffuser of one scent in each of the multiple storage chambers 201 according to their needs to obtain the longest replacement cycle; or they can place a fragrance diffuser 300 of one scent in each storage chamber 201 to selectively impart multiple scents to the indoor space.

[0058] like Figure 13 and Figure 14 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of fragrance outlets 101 are arranged at intervals along an arc, the center of the arc coincides with the rotation center of the rotating member 30. When the rotating member 30 rotates, the fragrance outlet 301 can rotate along the arc, so that the fragrance outlet 301 can be switched and aligned with the plurality of fragrance outlets 101 in sequence, thereby realizing the switching use of different fragrance components 300. The arrangement direction of the multiple fragrance outlets 101 is not exactly the same as the arrangement direction of the holding chambers 201. For example, the multiple holding chambers 201 are arranged in the left-right direction. The holding chambers 201 include four, and the fixed base 10 is designed with four fragrance outlets 101, corresponding to the release path of the fragrance component 300 in the four holding chambers 201. The four fragrance outlets 101 extend along an arc. When the rotating member 30 rotates, the fragrance vent 301 on the rotating member 30 moves along the corresponding arc. This allows the fragrance vent 301 to switch and align with the multiple fragrance outlets 101, thereby realizing the diffusion of the fragrance of the fragrance component 300.

[0059] Understandably, the fragrance outlet 101 here also has an air intake function. The fragrance module can be constructed as a passive component. During use, the equipment used with the fragrance component can generate airflow. The airflow can enter the holding chamber through the fragrance outlet and flow out of the holding chamber through the fragrance outlet. In this way, under the premise of achieving the fragrance imparting effect of the fragrance module 100, it is not necessary to put the fragrance module 100 in a negative pressure environment to achieve fragrance imparting. This can simplify the structure of the fragrance module 100 and reduce the cost of the fragrance module 100.

[0060] like Figure 3 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, the rotating member 30 has a first sliding member 321, and the fixed base 10 has a first sliding groove 11. The first sliding member 321 can be inserted into the first sliding groove 11, and the first sliding member 321 can slide in the first sliding groove 11, that is, the first sliding member 321 can slide in the first sliding groove 11. This can guide the movement of the rotating member 30 and limit the movement of the rotating member 30, making the movement more stable and improving the stability of the rotating member 30 during rotation. Furthermore, the insertion and engagement of the first sliding member 321 with the first sliding groove 11 can play a role in pre-positioning the installation of the rotating member 30, improving assembly efficiency and ensuring the stability and reliability of the structural fit during assembly.

[0061] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the fixed base 10 has a first sliding member 321 and the rotating member 30 has a first sliding groove 11. The first sliding member 321 is inserted into the first sliding groove 11, so that the first sliding member 321 slides and the first sliding groove 11, thereby realizing the cooperation between the fixed base 10 and the rotating member 30.

[0062] like Figure 3 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, a portion of the upper surface of the fixed base 10 is recessed downward to form a first slide groove 11. The upper side of the first slide groove 11 has an opening. The rotating member 30 is disposed above the fixed base 10. The rotating member 30 has a first sliding member 321. The first sliding member 321 can be inserted into the first slide groove 11 from top to bottom to realize the assembly of the first sliding member 321 and the first slide groove 11.

[0063] The rotating component 30 includes a rotating body 31 and a baffle 32. The baffle 32 is disposed on the outer edge of the rotating body 31. The rotating body 31 is provided with a fragrance outlet 301, which can be located near the connection between the rotating body 31 and the baffle 32. The lower side of the baffle 32 protrudes from the lower surface of the rotating body 31, and the protruding part forms a first sliding member 321. That is, the part of the baffle 32 protruding from the lower surface of the rotating body 31 can be inserted into the first sliding groove 11 to realize the cooperation between the rotating component 30 and the fixed seat 10. With the cooperation of the first sliding member 321 and the first sliding groove 11, when the rotating component 30 rotates, the fragrance outlet 301 on the rotating body 31 can rotate with it. When the fragrance outlet 301 corresponds to the position of a fragrance outlet 101, the fragrance of the fragrance component 300 in the corresponding holding cavity 201 can be emitted through the corresponding fragrance outlet 101 and fragrance outlet 301.

[0064] The baffle 32 can extend along an arc, that is, the baffle 32 extends along a part of a circle. The first sliding member 321 can move along the direction of the arc. By setting the arc baffle 32, the quick switching of different fragrance components 300 can be realized. And by inserting the first sliding member 321 into the first slide groove 11, the rotating body 31 can cover the position corresponding to the fragrance outlet 101, which can achieve relative sealing at the fragrance outlet 101 and prevent fragrance cross-contamination.

[0065] The baffle 32 is integrally formed on the outside of the rotating body 31, that is, the rotating part 30 is an integrally formed part, thereby reducing the number of parts, reducing costs, and facilitating assembly.

[0066] In some specific examples, the rotating body 31 is provided with weight-reducing holes to reduce structural weight and lower costs without affecting the diffusion of fragrance. Specifically, such as Figure 13As shown, the rotating body 31 may include a rotating center portion 311, a connecting portion 312, and a mounting portion 313. The mounting portion 313 is arc-shaped, and a vertical baffle 32 is connected to the outer side of the mounting portion 313. The baffle 32 extends in the same horizontal direction as the mounting portion 313. The fragrance outlet 301 is located at the outer edge of the mounting portion 313. The inner side of the mounting portion 313 is connected to the rotating center portion 311 through the connecting portion 312 so that it rotates with the rotating center portion when it rotates. The connecting portion 312 may include multiple spaced-apart portions to improve the stability of the structure and prevent the mounting portion 313 from shaking, affecting the fragrance effect or producing abnormal noise. The connecting portion 312 has weight-reducing holes, and weight-reducing holes may also be formed between the mounting portion 31 and the rotating center portion 311, that is, between two adjacent connecting portions 312.

[0067] In some specific examples, the first slider 321 extends along an arc direction, the center of the first slider 321 is the rotation center of the rotating member 30, the first groove 11 forms an arc-shaped groove, so that the first slider 321 can slide in the arc-shaped groove, the fragrance outlet 301 can rotate along an arc direction, and multiple fragrance outlets 101 are arranged at intervals along the arc direction, that is, the arrangement arc of the multiple fragrance outlets 101 is the same as the rotation arc of the fragrance outlet 301, so that the fragrance outlet 301 can switch and connect with multiple fragrance outlets 101 to realize the emission of fragrances from different fragrance members 30.

[0068] like Figure 10 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the fragrance module 100 is further provided with a fixing cover 40, which is disposed on the rotating member 30. The fixing cover 40 can fix the rotating member 30 on the fixing seat 10, thereby limiting the rotation of the rotating member 30 and preventing it from falling out. The fixing cover 40 and the fixing seat 10 are engaged in a stepped fit, which can ensure good sealing within the fragrance module 100.

[0069] In some examples, the fixed cover 40 has multiple vents 401. When the rotating component 30 rotates, the fragrance vent 301 can switch to connect with the multiple vents 401. The multiple vents 401 are used to release fragrance. It can be understood that the multiple vents 401 are arranged at intervals along an arc direction, and the multiple fragrance outlets 101 are arranged at intervals along the same arc direction. The fragrance vents 301 can rotate along the same arc direction, that is, the arc shape of the arrangement of the multiple vents 401 is the same as the arc shape of the arrangement of the multiple fragrance outlets 101, and the arc shape of the rotation of the fragrance vents 301 is the same. Thus, the fragrance of the fragrance component 30 can be dispersed through the fragrance outlets 101, the fragrance vents 301, and the vents 401. The number of vents 401 can be the same as the number of fragrance outlets 101 and their positions can correspond. The number of vents 401 can also be more than the number of fragrance outlets 101, so that the fragrance can be evenly diffused when connected.

[0070] In some examples, the rotating component 30 is provided with a second slide groove 41, and the fixed cover 40 is provided with a second sliding component 322. The second sliding component 322 can slide and engage with the second slide groove 41, thereby guiding the movement of the rotating component 30 and limiting the movement of the rotating component 30, making the movement smoother and improving the stability of the rotating component 30 during rotation.

[0071] like Figure 3 As shown, in some other examples, the lower surface of the fixed cover 40 has an upwardly recessed second slide groove 41, and the rotating member 30 is provided with a second sliding member 322. The rotating member 30 includes a rotating body 31 and a baffle 32. The baffle 32 is disposed at the outer edge of the rotating body 31, and the upper side of the baffle 32 protrudes from the upper surface of the rotating body 31. The protruding part forms the second sliding member 322, that is, the part of the baffle 32 protruding from the upper surface of the rotating body 31 can be inserted into the second slide groove 41 to realize the cooperation between the rotating member 30 and the fixed cover 40. With the cooperation of the second sliding member 322 and the second sliding groove 41, when the rotating member 30 rotates, the fragrance outlet 301 on the rotating body 31 can rotate with it. When the fragrance outlet 301 corresponds to at least one air outlet 401, and when the fragrance outlet 301 is connected to a fragrance outlet 101, the fragrance of the fragrance component 300 in the corresponding holding cavity 201 can be emitted through the corresponding fragrance outlet 101, fragrance outlet 301, and air outlet 401.

[0072] In some specific examples, the rotating component 30 has a first sliding component 321 and a second sliding component 322, the upper surface of the fixed base 10 has a first sliding groove 11, and the lower surface of the fixed cover 40 has a second sliding groove 41. The first sliding component 321 can be inserted into the first sliding groove 11, and the second sliding component 322 can be inserted into the second sliding groove 41. That is to say, both the fixed base 10 and the fixed cover 40 are provided with a sliding groove structure, which can guide the movement of the rotating component 30 and limit the rotation of the rotating component 30 in the vertical direction, making the movement of the rotating component 30 more stable, and keeping the gap between the rotating component 30 and the fixed base 10 and the fixed cover 40 during the movement slightly changing, thus playing a certain sealing role.

[0073] like Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, according to an embodiment of the present invention, the fixing base 10 has a first mounting cavity 102, at least one side of the first mounting cavity 102 is open, and the fragrance box 20 is removably disposed in the first mounting cavity 102. The fragrance box 20 defines a top-open holding cavity 201. By designing the fragrance box 20 to be removable, the fragrance component 300 can be quickly replaced by the pulling action, which is convenient for assembly and improves assembly efficiency.

[0074] In some examples, the fragrance box 20 has a first mating part, and the inner wall surface of the first mounting cavity 102 has a second mating part. The first mating part extends along the pulling direction of the fragrance box 20, and the second mating part also extends along the pulling direction of the fragrance box 20. The first mating part can mate with the second mating part, thereby playing a guiding role in the assembly process of the fragrance box 20 and the fixing seat 10, which facilitates the installation of the fragrance box 20.

[0075] In some examples, the first mating part forms a rib and the second mating part forms a groove; or, the first mating part forms a groove and the second mating part forms a rib; in some examples, the fragrance box 20 has a plurality of first mating parts and the first mounting cavity 102 has a plurality of second mating parts, at least one first mating part forms a rib and the second mating part forms a corresponding groove, or at least one first mating part forms a groove and the second mating part forms a corresponding rib.

[0076] like Figures 7-9 As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, the fragrance box 20 includes: a mounting box 21 and a partition plate 22. The mounting box 21 has a top-open chamber, and the partition plate 22 is disposed within the mounting box 21. The partition plate 22 can divide the chamber into multiple holding chambers 201, such as... Figure 9 As shown, each partition plate 22 extends in the front-to-back direction. The mounting box 21 is provided with three partition plates 22, which divide the interior into four storage chambers 201. The first mating part can be formed on the mounting box 21, or it can be formed on the partition plate 22. The first mating part can also include multiple parts, with at least one first mating part formed on the mounting box 21 and at least one first mating part formed on the partition plate 22.

[0077] like Figure 7 and Figure 9 As shown, in some examples, the top edge of the mounting box 21 has an upwardly protruding first rib 23, which forms a first mating part. Correspondingly, the top of the first mounting cavity 102 has an upwardly recessed first groove 12, which forms a second mating part. The first rib 23 can be inserted into the first groove 12 and can slide relative to the first groove 12. By setting the first rib 23 on the edge, it can play a guiding role when the fragrance box 20 is pulled out, ensuring the accuracy of the fragrance box 20 in the pulling direction, improving the convenience of pulling out, and improving the installation efficiency. At the same time, when installed in place, the first rib 23 and the first groove 12 can play a role in isolating the fragrance from the external space, ensuring good sealing.

[0078] like Figure 7 and Figure 9As shown, in some examples, the upper end face of the partition plate 22 has a downwardly recessed second groove 24, which forms a first mating part. The top of the first mounting cavity 102 has a downwardly protruding second rib 13, which forms a second mating part. The partition plate 22 includes multiple partition plates, each of which is provided with a second groove 24. The number of second ribs 13 is the same as the number of second grooves 24, and the positions of the second ribs 13 and the second grooves 24 correspond to each other. By interlocking the second ribs 13 and the second grooves 24 one by one, the fragrance box 20 can be guided when it is pulled out, ensuring the accuracy of the fragrance box 20 in the pulling direction, improving the convenience of pulling out, and improving the installation efficiency. At the same time, when it is installed in place, the second ribs 13 and the second grooves 24 can cooperate to achieve mutual isolation and sealing of different holding cavities 201, avoiding cross-contamination of fragrance components 300 in the holding cavity 201. The structure is simple, the cooperation is convenient, and the relative sealing of the holding cavity 201 is achieved.

[0079] like Figure 7 and Figure 9 As shown, in some examples, the bottom edge of the mounting box 21 has an upwardly recessed third groove 25, which forms a first mating part. The bottom edge of the first mounting cavity 102 has an upwardly protruding third rib 14, which forms a second mating part. By providing the third groove 25 and the third rib 14 on the bottom edge, the third groove 25 and the third rib 14 can play a guiding role when the fragrance box 20 is pulled out, ensuring the accuracy of the fragrance box 20 in the pulling direction, improving the convenience of pulling out, and improving the installation efficiency.

[0080] like Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, the front side of the fragrance box 20 has a holding protrusion 26, which protrudes from the front surface of the mounting box 21. By operating the holding protrusion 26, the fragrance box 20 can be pulled out, making operation more convenient. Specifically, a portion of the lower surface of the holding protrusion 26 is recessed upward to form a handle position 251. The fixing base 10 has an avoidance notch 15, which corresponds to the position of the handle position 251. This allows the user to hold the handle position 251 through the avoidance notch 15, further facilitating the pulling and installation of the fragrance box 20 and enabling efficient replacement of the fragrance component 300. At the same time, it avoids the holding protrusion 26 of the fragrance box 20 protruding from the front surface of the fixing base 10, which would affect the aesthetics of the structure.

[0081] like Figure 13As shown, according to some embodiments of the present invention, the fragrance module 100 further includes a driving member 50, which can cooperate with the rotating member 30. The rotating member 30 can rotate relative to the fixed base 10 under the drive of the driving member 50. Under the action of the driving member 50, the fragrance outlet 301 can switch and connect with multiple fragrance outlets 101, so that the fragrance of the fragrance component 300 in different holding chambers 201 is emitted, realizing the rapid switching of fragrance.

[0082] Specifically, the driving component 50 can be configured as a manual component, with a lever part on the fixed base 10 that cooperates with the rotating component 30. The lever part is poweredly connected to the driving component 50. Alternatively, the lever part can be configured as the driving component 50, allowing the user to manually operate the lever part, which drives the rotating component 30 to move, thereby achieving switching between multiple fragrance components 300. In other embodiments, the driving component 50 can be configured as an electric component. When the user has the need to switch fragrance components 300, a command can be issued. After receiving the command, the fragrance module 100 or a device equipped with a fragrance module (e.g., an air conditioner) controls the driving component 50 to be powered on, thereby driving the rotating component 30 to rotate and achieving the switching of fragrance components 300.

[0083] Therefore, by setting up a driving component 50 and driving the rotating component 30 to move through the driving component 50, that is, by connecting the two through a power connection or mechanical connection to achieve linkage, the response efficiency of the rotating component 30 can be improved, enabling the quick selection and quick replacement of multiple fragrance components 300, and further improving the user experience.

[0084] It is understandable that when the driving component 50 is constructed as an electric component, it can be electrically connected to the outside via a wiring harness, or a metal retainer can be provided on the mounting base 10, with the metal retainer electrically connected to the driving component 50. When the fragrance module 100 is installed in a matching device (such as an air conditioner), the retainer is electrically connected to the spring in the device, thereby providing power to the driving component 50 and the wireless communication module 51. Of course, the fragrance module 100 can also be used independently. In the embodiment of independent use, the fragrance module 100 can have a plug-in part (which can be a retainer). The plug-in part can be selectively connected to the mains power or electrically connected to the matching device to realize the independent use of the fragrance module 100.

[0085] like Figure 2 and Figure 13As shown, in some embodiments, the fragrance module 100 further includes a wireless communication module 51, which is mounted on the fixed base 10. The wireless communication module 51 communicates with the driving component 50 and can control the operating state of the driving component 50 according to external signals, i.e., control the start and stop of the driving component 50. Here, the wireless communication module 51 can be a Bluetooth module. Thus, the wireless communication module 51 can be interconnected with the controller of the fragrance module 100's supporting device or directly interconnected with the user's remote control or the user's mobile terminal (e.g., mobile phone, tablet, etc.) to control the driving component 50 to be powered on and started after receiving a switching command (external signal). The driving component 50 drives the rotating component 30 to rotate, thereby realizing the switching between multiple fragrance components 300.

[0086] It should be noted that the wireless communication module 51 can be a collection of communication modules or a single module that can realize short-range signal transmission or long-range signal transmission, such as Bluetooth module or Wi-Fi module. By using the dotted line communication module, wireless control of the fragrance module 100 can be realized, which can further improve the user experience of the fragrance module 100 of this application.

[0087] An air conditioner 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a housing 210 and a fragrance module 100. The fragrance module 100 is a fragrance module 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the fragrance module 100 is disposed on the housing 210. The air conditioner 200 according to an embodiment of the present invention makes it more convenient to install or replace fragrance components, improves the user experience, expands the application scenarios of fragrance components, and meets the needs of different users.

[0088] like Figure 15 As shown, according to one embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner further includes a mounting bracket 60, and the fragrance module 100 is installed in the mounting bracket 60. For example, the fragrance module 100 is assembled in the mounting bracket 60 from top to bottom to form an integral modular structure. The housing 210 is provided with multiple mounting positions 220. The mounting bracket 60 can be detachably matched with any mounting position to achieve a plug-and-play effect, which can meet the user's multiple choices and meet the usage needs of different usage scenarios.

[0089] It should be noted that in some embodiments, the fragrance module 100 is formed as one of the multifunctional modules of the air handling unit of the air conditioner. Multiple removable slots can be provided on the air handling unit, and the fragrance module 100 can be inserted into the slot. A spring can be provided in the slot. A retaining spring is provided on the side or rear end of the fragrance module 100. The retaining spring contacts the spring to realize the electrical connection of the wireless communication module and the driving component inside the fragrance module 100. In other embodiments, the slot can be directly provided on the housing of the air conditioner, and the fragrance module can be selectively placed in the slot to enable the air conditioner to have a fragrance function.

[0090] like Figure 18 As shown, in some examples, the fragrance module 100 is integrated with the air handling unit. Specifically, the air conditioner 200 has a fresh air module 230 and an air duct component 240, which are disposed within the housing 210. The fresh air module 230 is located below the air duct component 240. The fresh air module 230 has multiple mounting positions 220. The mounting bracket 60 integrating the fragrance module 100 can be detachably engaged with any of the mounting positions 220. When the fragrance is emitted, it can be blown into the room with the fresh air, improving the user experience.

[0091] The following is combined Figures 1-18 A specific embodiment of the air conditioner 200 according to the present invention is described.

[0092] The air conditioner 200 has a housing 210, and an air duct component 240 and a fresh air module 230 disposed within the housing 210. The fresh air module 230 has a front-open mounting position 220. The fragrance module 100 can be mounted on the mounting bracket 60 and then inserted into the mounting position 220 from the front to achieve a plug-and-play function. There are multiple mounting positions 220. The mounting bracket 60 can be used with any of the mounting positions. When it is necessary to replace the fragrance module 100, or to replace the fragrance component 300 in the fragrance module 100, or to add essential oil to the fragrance component 300 in the fragrance module 100, the mounting bracket 60 can be removed from the mounting position 220 for convenient operation.

[0093] The fragrance module 100 includes: a fixed base 10, a fixed cover 40, a fragrance box 20, a rotating component 30, a driving component 50, and a wireless communication module 51. The fixed base 10 has a first mounting cavity 102 with the front side open, and the fixed base 10 also has a second mounting cavity 103 with the top open, a wire harness groove 104, and a motor groove 105. The wire harness groove 104 is disposed between the second mounting cavity 103 and the motor groove 105. The driving component 50 is a drive motor, which is installed in the motor groove 105. The wireless communication module 51 is installed in the second mounting cavity 103. The drive motor can be connected to the wireless communication module 51 through the wire harness installed in the wire harness groove 104.

[0094] The front of the first mounting cavity 102 has an open opening, and the top of the first mounting cavity 102 has a fragrance outlet 101. The number of fragrance outlets 101 is the same as the number of holding cavities 201 on the fragrance box 20. The holding cavities 201 include multiple cavities, and the multiple fragrance outlets 101 are arranged at intervals along an arc direction, with the center of the arc coinciding with the rotation center of the rotating member 30. The bottom of the first mounting cavity 102 has an avoidance notch 15.

[0095] The fragrance box 20 includes a mounting box 21 and a partition plate 22. The mounting box 21 has a top-open chamber. The partition plate 22 is disposed inside the mounting box 21 and can divide the chamber into multiple holding chambers 201. The fragrance box 20 can be pulled out and installed in the first mounting chamber 102. The fragrance component 300 can be quickly replaced by pulling it out, which is convenient for assembly and improves assembly efficiency.

[0096] The mounting box 21 has an upwardly protruding first rib 23 on its top edge, and the top of the first mounting cavity 102 has an upwardly recessed first groove 12. The first rib 23 and the first groove 12 are interlocked and can guide the upper part of the mounting box 21 when the fragrance box 20 is pulled out, ensuring the accuracy of the fragrance box 20 in the pulling direction and improving the convenience of pulling out. At the same time, it can also isolate the fragrance from the external space and ensure good sealing.

[0097] The bottom edge of the mounting box 21 has an upwardly recessed third groove 25, and the bottom edge of the first mounting cavity 102 has an upwardly protruding third rib 14. The third groove 25 and the third rib 14 are interlocked and can guide the lower part of the mounting box 21 when the fragrance box 20 is pulled out, ensuring the accuracy of the fragrance box 20 in the pulling direction, improving the convenience of pulling out, and improving the installation efficiency.

[0098] Each partition plate 22 has a downwardly recessed second groove 24 on its upper end surface. The top of the first mounting cavity 102 has multiple downwardly protruding second ribs 13. The second ribs 13 correspond to the positions of the second grooves 24. The second ribs 13 and the second grooves 24 are inserted into each other. The cooperation between the second ribs 13 and the second grooves 24 can further guide the movement and facilitate pulling out. At the same time, it can achieve mutual isolation and sealing of different holding cavities 201, and prevent the fragrance of the fragrance component 300 in the holding cavity 201 from mixing. The structure is simple and easy to fit, and the relative sealing of the holding cavity 201 is achieved.

[0099] The front side of the fragrance box 20 has a holding protrusion 26, which protrudes from the front surface of the mounting box 21. A portion of the lower surface of the holding protrusion 26 is recessed upward to form a handle position 251. The handle position 251 corresponds to the position of the clearance notch 15, which makes it easier for the user to hold the handle position 251 through the clearance notch 15. This further facilitates the pull-out installation of the fragrance box 20, enabling efficient replacement of the fragrance component 300. At the same time, it can prevent the holding protrusion 26 of the fragrance box 20 from protruding from the front surface of the fixing base 10, thus avoiding affecting the aesthetics of the structure.

[0100] The upper surface of the fixed base 10 has a first groove 11. The first groove 11 extends along an arc, and the center of the arc coincides with the center of the fragrance outlet 101 and also coincides with the rotation center of the rotating member 30. The radius of the first groove 11 is larger than the radius of the fragrance outlet 101. That is, the fragrance outlet 101 is located on the side of the first groove 11 closer to the center. Thus, when the rotating member 30 is engaged with the first groove 11, a certain sealing effect can be achieved on the fragrance outlet 101 to prevent the fragrance from mixing with other flavors.

[0101] The fixed cover 40 includes a first cover body 42 and a second cover body 43, which are connected by a connecting section 44. The first cover body 42 has a plurality of vent holes 401, which are arranged at intervals along an arc. The center of the arc coincides with the rotation center of the rotating member 30. The lower surface of the first cover body 42 has an upwardly recessed second groove 41, which extends along an arc. The center of the arc also coincides with the rotation center of the rotating member 30.

[0102] The first cover 42 is positioned above the first mounting cavity 102 and the motor slot 105. The first cover 42 can limit the movement of both the drive component 50 and the rotating component 30 within the motor slot 105. The second cover 43 is positioned above the second mounting cavity 103, providing both limitation and protection for the wireless communication module 51. The fixed cover 40 and the fixed base 10 use a stepped fit to ensure good sealing within the fragrance module 100. In other words, by setting a single fixed cover 40, multiple structural components can be limited and protected, reducing the number of parts, facilitating assembly, and improving assembly efficiency.

[0103] The rotating component 30 includes a rotating body 31 and a baffle 32. The baffle 32 is integrally formed on the outside of the rotating body 31. The rotating body 31 includes a rotating center portion 311, a connecting portion 312, and a mounting portion 313. The mounting portion 313 is arc-shaped. The outer side of the mounting portion 313 is connected to the vertical baffle 32, and the baffle 32 is in the same horizontal direction as the extending direction of the mounting portion 313. The fragrance outlet 301 is located at the outer edge of the mounting portion 313. The inner side of the mounting portion 313 is connected to the rotating center portion 311 through the connecting portion 312.

[0104] The lower side of the baffle 32 protrudes from the lower surface of the rotating body 31, and the protruding part forms a first sliding member 321. The first sliding member 321 can be inserted into the first sliding groove 11 to realize the cooperation between the rotating member 30 and the fixed seat 10. The upper side of the baffle 32 protrudes from the upper surface of the rotating body 31, and the protruding part forms a second sliding member 322. The second sliding member 322 can be inserted into the second sliding groove 41 to realize the cooperation between the rotating member 30 and the fixed cover 40.

[0105] After the user selects a fragrance, the signal is wirelessly transmitted to the wireless communication module 51. The wireless communication module 51 then controls the drive motor to rotate forward or backward. The drive motor rotates the rotating component 30 within the slide groove. As the rotating component 30 rotates, the fragrance outlet 301 rotates accordingly. By rotating at different angles, when the fragrance outlet 301 is aligned with a fragrance outlet 101, the fragrance of the corresponding fragrance component 300 in the holding cavity 201 can be released through the corresponding fragrance outlet 101, fragrance outlet 301, and vent 401. At this time, the mounting part 313 can be placed over other fragrance outlets 101 to achieve a certain degree of sealing and prevent fragrance cross-contamination.

[0106] Under the action of the first slide groove 11 and the second slide groove 41, the movement of the rotating part 30 can be guided, and the rotating part 30 can be limited in the vertical direction, making the movement of the rotating part 30 more stable. It also keeps the gap between the rotating part 30 and the fixed seat 10 and the fixed cover 40 slightly changing during the movement, thus playing a certain sealing role.

[0107] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner 200 achieves rapid switching and sealing of different fragrances by designing a rotating component 30, resulting in fewer overall structural parts; it also achieves rapid replacement of consumables by designing a fragrance box 20, improving operational efficiency; and it achieves mutual sealing and installation guidance of different fragrances by designing a cooperative structure between the fragrance box 20 and the first mounting cavity 102.

[0108] Other configurations and operations of the air conditioner 200 according to embodiments of the present invention are known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here. The vertical, horizontal, and front-back directions are defined as shown in the figures.

[0109] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features not in direct contact but through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature.

[0110] 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.

[0111] 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. A fragrance module, characterized in that, include: The mounting base has multiple fragrance outlets; A fragrance box, which is movably mounted on the fixed base, has multiple holding cavities for holding fragrance components, and the multiple holding cavities are correspondingly connected to multiple fragrance outlets; A rotating component is rotatably mounted on the fixed base. The rotating component is provided with a fragrance outlet. The rotating component rotates to allow the fragrance outlet to switch and connect with a plurality of fragrance outlets. The mounting base has an installation cavity open on at least one side, and the fragrance box is removably disposed in the installation cavity; the fragrance box has a first mating part, and the inner wall surface of the installation cavity has a second mating part, the first mating part and the second mating part extending along the pulling direction of the fragrance box and mating with each other; The fragrance box includes: a mounting box having a top-opening chamber; a partition plate disposed in the mounting box for dividing the chamber into a plurality of holding chambers; and a first mating portion formed in the mounting box and / or the partition plate. The upper end face of the partition plate is provided with the first mating part, which forms a downward recessed groove. The top of the mounting cavity has a downward protruding rib, which forms the second mating part. The rib corresponds to the groove and is inserted into it.

2. The fragrance module according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple fragrance outlets are arranged at intervals along an arc, the center of which coincides with the rotation center of the rotating component.

3. The fragrance module according to claim 1, characterized in that, One of the rotating member and the fixed base has a first sliding groove, and the other of the rotating member and the fixed base has a first sliding member, the first sliding member being adapted to slide in cooperation with the first sliding groove.

4. The fragrance module according to claim 3, characterized in that, A portion of the upper surface of the fixed base is recessed downward to form the first sliding groove. The rotating member is disposed on the fixed base and includes a rotating body and a baffle. The fragrance outlet is disposed on the rotating body. The baffle is disposed on the outer edge of the rotating body. At least a portion of the baffle protrudes from the lower surface of the rotating body to form the first sliding member.

5. The fragrance module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first slider extends along an arc direction, and the first groove forms an arc-shaped groove.

6. The fragrance module according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a fixed cover, which is disposed on the rotating member and has multiple air vents. The rotating member rotates to switch the fragrance vents to communicate with the multiple air vents.

7. The fragrance module according to claim 6, characterized in that, One of the rotating member and the fixed cover has a second sliding groove, and the other of the rotating member and the fixed cover has a second sliding member, which is adapted to slide in conjunction with the second sliding groove.

8. The fragrance module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top edge of the mounting box has the first mating part, which forms a rib protruding from the top of the mounting box. The top of the mounting cavity has an upwardly recessed groove, which forms the second mating part.

9. The fragrance module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom edge of the mounting box has the first mating part, which forms an upwardly recessed groove. The bottom of the mounting cavity has an upwardly protruding rib, which forms the second mating part.

10. The fragrance module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fragrance box also has a handle protrusion, a portion of the lower surface of which is recessed upward to form a handle position, and the fixing base has an avoidance notch corresponding to the position of the handle position.

11. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: chassis; A fragrance module, wherein the fragrance module is the fragrance module according to any one of claims 1-10, and the fragrance module is disposed on the housing.

12. The air conditioner according to claim 11, characterized in that, The housing has multiple mounting positions, and the air conditioner also includes a mounting bracket. The mounting bracket can be detached and fitted with any of the mounting positions, and the fragrance module is installed in the mounting bracket.

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