Fragrance installation method of air conditioner, air conditioner and storage medium

Abstract

The application discloses a fragrance installation method of an air conditioner, the air conditioner is provided with at least one installation position, the installation position is used for installing the air treatment module, the air treatment module is provided with at least two fragrance accommodating cavities, the fragrance installation method of the air conditioner comprises the following steps: obtaining identification information, determining the fragrance type of a to-be-installed fragrance core according to the identification information; controlling a target fragrance accommodating cavity in the air treatment module to move to an installation area; after completing the installation of the to-be-installed fragrance core, displaying fragrance information corresponding to the fragrance type. The application further discloses an air conditioner and a storage medium. Through intelligent control of the fragrance installation process, the installation information of the fragrance can be obtained in the fragrance installation process, the installation information of the fragrance is combined with the function of the air conditioner, so that the function of the air conditioner is more diversified, and a better combination effect is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to a method for installing a fragrance diffuser in an air conditioner, an air conditioner, and a storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] As people pursue a higher quality of life, their demands for home appliances are also increasing. For example, they require more sophisticated indoor air conditioning functions without creating new appliances or adding floor space. Therefore, many functions are integrated into a single home appliance to meet these requirements.

[0003] Since air conditioners are essential household appliances, integrating multiple functions into one unit is the preferred choice. These include temperature control, humidity control, air purification, and air freshening, all of which are integrated into the air conditioner to achieve various functions and meet different user needs. However, since air freshening works by releasing its own volatile scents into the air without requiring a controller, the air conditioner merely provides installation space for the air freshener; there is no actual integration. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The main objective of this invention is to provide a method for installing a fragrance diffuser in an air conditioner, an air conditioner, and a storage medium, aiming to combine the functions of fragrance diffuser and air conditioner to achieve a better combined effect.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides a method for installing a fragrance diffuser in an air conditioner. The air conditioner has at least one mounting position for installing an air handling module. The air handling module has at least two fragrance receiving cavities. The method for installing the fragrance diffuser in the air conditioner includes:

[0006] Obtain identification information and determine the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information;

[0007] Control the movement of the target fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module to the installation area;

[0008] After the installation of the fragrance core to be installed is completed, the fragrance information corresponding to the fragrance type is displayed.

[0009] Optionally, the fragrance information includes the name of the fragrance type and / or the functions and / or modules associated with the fragrance type.

[0010] Optionally, after determining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information, the method further includes:

[0011] Determine the functions and / or modules corresponding to the fragrance type;

[0012] Associate the fragrance type with the function and / or module.

[0013] Optionally, after the step of obtaining identification information and determining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information, the method further includes:

[0014] Obtain an empty fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module, and use the empty fragrance receiving cavity as the target fragrance receiving cavity;

[0015] Alternatively, obtain the fragrance receiving cavity in the air treatment module that is pre-associated with the fragrance type, and use the obtained fragrance receiving cavity as the target fragrance receiving cavity.

[0016] Optionally, after the step of controlling the target fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module to move to the installation area, the method further includes:

[0017] If the target fragrance cavity is an empty fragrance cavity, then the function and / or module corresponding to the fragrance type is determined, and the fragrance type is associated with the target fragrance cavity.

[0018] Optionally, after the step of obtaining identification information, the method further includes:

[0019] Determine whether the identification information meets the preset conditions;

[0020] When the identification information meets the preset conditions, the step of determining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information is executed;

[0021] When the identified information does not meet the preset conditions, a prompt message is output;

[0022] The preset conditions include at least one of the following:

[0023] Based on the identification information, it is determined that the fragrance core to be installed is not in use;

[0024] Based on the identification information, the remaining usage time of the fragrance core to be installed is determined to be greater than or equal to the preset usage time;

[0025] Based on the identification information, it is determined that the identification information of the fragrance core to be installed is consistent with the preset identification information.

[0026] Optionally, after completing the installation of the fragrance core to be installed and displaying the fragrance information corresponding to the fragrance type, the method further includes:

[0027] Record the installation information and / or usage information of the fragrance core to be installed;

[0028] The installation information and / or usage information are written into the electronic tag of the fragrance core to be installed.

[0029] Optionally, the step of obtaining identification information includes:

[0030] When an electronic tag signal is detected within a preset recognition area, the electronic tag is scanned to obtain the recognition information.

[0031] In addition, to achieve the above objectives, the present invention also provides an air conditioner, the air conditioner including a memory, a processor, and an air conditioner fragrance installation program stored on the processor and operable on the processor, wherein when the processor executes the air conditioner fragrance installation program, it implements the steps of the air conditioner fragrance installation method as described above.

[0032] In addition, to achieve the above objectives, the present invention also provides a storage medium storing an air conditioner fragrance installation program, wherein when the air conditioner fragrance installation program is executed by a processor, the air conditioner fragrance installation method described above is implemented.

[0033] In this embodiment of the invention, by acquiring identification information, the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed is determined based on the identification information; the target fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module is controlled to move to the installation area; after the installation of the fragrance core is completed, the fragrance information corresponding to the fragrance type is displayed. Thus, through intelligent control of the fragrance installation process, the installation information of the fragrance core can be acquired during the installation process, enabling the integration of the fragrance core installation information with the functions of the air conditioner, making the air conditioner's functions more diverse and achieving a better combined effect. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the air conditioner structure in the hardware operating environment involved in the embodiments of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 2 This is a flowchart illustrating the first embodiment of the fragrance installation method for the air conditioner of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the air conditioner used in the fragrance installation method of the air conditioner of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 4 This is a flowchart illustrating the second embodiment of the fragrance installation method for the air conditioner of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 5 This is a flowchart illustrating the third embodiment of the fragrance installation method for the air conditioner of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 6 This is a flowchart illustrating the fourth embodiment of the fragrance installation method for the air conditioner of the present invention.

[0040] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0041] It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the invention and are not intended to limit the invention.

[0042] Some air conditioners have mounting positions on the casing for installing air handling modules. This allows for the integration of multiple air handling functions, such as humidification, purification, dust removal, and aromatherapy, into the air conditioner. This type of air conditioner achieves diversified functions and meets user requirements without increasing the cost of new equipment or floor space, representing a future trend in home appliances.

[0043] Regarding the aromatherapy function, since it achieves air fragrance by releasing its own volatile scents into the air, it doesn't require a controller. Therefore, the air conditioner only provides installation space for the aromatherapy function, without any substantial integration. This leads to at least the following problems:

[0044] First, it's impossible to know the type of fragrance installed; it needs to be disassembled to determine the fragrance type, which is a cumbersome process.

[0045] Secondly, it fails to fully utilize the fragrance effects of different fragrance types and other air conditioning effects to achieve better conditioning results.

[0046] Based on this, the present invention proposes the following embodiments, which substantially combine fragrance with air conditioners to solve the above-mentioned problems, improve the integration effect of functions, and enhance the air conditioner's air treatment effect.

[0047] To better understand the above technical solutions, exemplary embodiments of this disclosure will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. While exemplary embodiments of this disclosure are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that this disclosure can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided so that this disclosure will be thorough and complete, and will fully convey the scope of this disclosure to those skilled in the art.

[0048] As one implementation method, the hardware environment architecture involved in the air conditioner fragrance installation method can be as follows: Figure 1 As shown.

[0049] Specifically, the hardware architecture involved in the fragrance installation method of the air conditioner may include the air conditioner or a mobile terminal. This embodiment uses the air conditioner as an example for illustration.

[0050] In one implementation, the air conditioner may include: a communication bus 1002, a processor 1001 (e.g., a CPU), a user interface 1003, a network interface 1004, and a memory 1005. The communication bus 1002 is used to establish communication between these components. The user interface 1003 may include a display screen or an input unit such as a keyboard; optionally, the user interface 1003 may also include a standard wired interface or a wireless interface. The network interface 1004 may optionally include a standard wired interface or a wireless interface (e.g., a Wi-Fi interface). The memory 1005 may be high-speed RAM or non-volatile memory, such as a disk drive. Optionally, the memory 1005 may also be a storage device independent of the aforementioned processor 1001.

[0051] Those skilled in the art will understand that Figure 1 The air conditioner structure shown does not constitute a limitation on the air conditioner and may include more or fewer components than shown, or combine certain components, or have different component arrangements.

[0052] exist Figure 1 In the air conditioner shown, the network interface 1004 is mainly used to connect to the backend server and communicate data with the backend server; the user interface 1003 is mainly used to connect to the client (user end) and communicate data with the client; and the processor 1001 can be used to call the air conditioner's fragrance installation program stored in the memory 1005 and execute the relevant steps of the various embodiments of the air conditioner's fragrance installation method.

[0053] Based on the above-mentioned air conditioner system architecture, various embodiments of the fragrance installation method of the air conditioner of the present invention are proposed.

[0054] It should be noted that the executing entity in this embodiment can be an air conditioner or an air conditioner fragrance installation device. Optionally, the air conditioner fragrance installation device can be installed inside the air conditioner or can be independently installed outside the air conditioner and communicate with it. In the following embodiments, the air conditioner will be used as an example for explanation.

[0055] First Embodiment

[0056] Please refer to Figure 2 In this embodiment, the fragrance installation method of the air conditioner includes the following steps:

[0057] Step S10: Obtain identification information and determine the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information;

[0058] Step S20: Control the target fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module to move to the installation area;

[0059] Step S30: After the installation of the fragrance core to be installed is completed, the fragrance information corresponding to the fragrance type is displayed.

[0060] It should be noted that the air conditioner used in this embodiment is a modular air conditioner. The various functions of the air conditioner can be modularized, such as selective installation modules or selective operation modules, so as to achieve the independent or combined effects of each function.

[0061] Optionally, the air conditioner used in this embodiment has at least one installation position, and each installation position can be used to selectively install an air handling module. Here, the air handling module refers to a module used for air conditioning, such as a fragrance module, formaldehyde removal module, purification module, dehumidification module, and filter module. Optionally, this embodiment will use a fragrance module as an example to illustrate its installation method and its integration with the air conditioner.

[0062] Optionally, the air treatment module includes a housing and a fragrance tray, the fragrance tray being disposed within the housing, and the fragrance receiving cavity being disposed on the fragrance tray. The housing has at least one mounting port, and the fragrance receiving cavity is located in the mounting area opposite to the mounting port. In the mounting area, the fragrance receiving cavity communicates with the mounting port, allowing a user to install a fragrance core into the fragrance receiving cavity through the mounting port. In the mounting area, the installed fragrance core communicates with the outside air through the mounting port, thus, after the fragrance installation is completed, the air can be treated with aromatherapy through the installed fragrance.

[0063] Optionally, the air handling module is provided with at least two fragrance receiving cavities, which are used to receive fragrance cores. Fragrance cores refer to substances that can emit fragrance odors. The product form of the fragrance cores includes, but is not limited to, fragrance sticks, fragrance blocks, or fragrance balls, etc., and the physical form of the fragrance includes, but is not limited to, solid fragrances, liquid fragrances, and gaseous fragrances (such as fragrance gases), etc., without specific limitations here.

[0064] Optionally, the same mounting port can connect to two or more fragrance-containing chambers, allowing the fragrances emitted by the fragrance cores in different chambers to be mixed in different proportions by adjusting the opening of the mounting port, thus releasing fragrances with different effects into the outside air. Different mounting ports can also connect to different fragrance-containing chambers, allowing the release of fragrances emitted by the fragrance cores in different chambers to the air conditioner by switching the mounting ports, thus avoiding mutual interference between the fragrances emitted by the fragrance cores in different chambers. Different mounting ports can also connect to the same fragrance-containing chamber, allowing the release amount and direction of fragrance released from the fragrance-containing chamber to the indoor air to be adjusted by controlling the opening of different mounting ports. Optionally, the same air handling module and / or the same air conditioner can simultaneously support at least two of the above three correspondences to meet the fragrance needs under different functions and / or modules.

[0065] Alternatively, in one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 The fragrance disc of the air treatment module can rotate relative to the housing. During the rotation of the fragrance disc, each fragrance receiving cavity 21 is connected to the mounting port 22, so as to realize the installation through the mounting port 22 or the fragrance treatment of the air through the mounting port 22.

[0066] Optionally, the air conditioner is equipped with a fragrance recognition component, such as a near-field recognition component or a barcode scanning component, which can obtain the identification information of the fragrance core to be installed by means of near-field recognition or barcode scanning when fragrance needs to be installed; or, the air conditioner is equipped with a communication component, which can obtain the identification information of the fragrance core to be installed by communicating with a terminal device when fragrance needs to be installed. For example, when the fragrance core to be installed is equipped with an electronic tag, such as an RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) tag or an NFC (Near Field Communication) tag, the air conditioner can obtain the identification information of the fragrance core through near-field identification, or communicate with a terminal device connected to the air conditioner to obtain the identification information sent to the air conditioner based on the identification result after the terminal device performs near-field identification on the fragrance core to be installed; when the fragrance core to be installed is equipped with a target identification code (such as a barcode or QR code), the air conditioner can obtain the identification information of the fragrance core to be installed by scanning the code, or communicate with a terminal device connected to the air conditioner to obtain the identification information sent to the air conditioner based on the scanning result after the terminal device scans the fragrance core to be installed.

[0067] It should be noted that the fragrance core to be installed refers to the fragrance core that needs to be installed at present, such as the fragrance core identified by the fragrance recognition component.

[0068] Optionally, the acquired identification information may include at least one of the following: production information of the fragrance core to be installed (such as production identification information, place of origin and production date, etc.), usage information (such as whether it has been used, the duration of use when used and the remaining usage time, etc.), fragrance type identification information (such as the name or icon of the fragrance type, etc.).

[0069] In a preferred embodiment, the air conditioner has a preset recognition area. The fragrance core to be installed is placed in the preset recognition area, and the electronic tag of the fragrance core is scanned based on the preset recognition area. Recognition information is obtained based on the scanned electronic tag information. For example, before installing the fragrance core, the user can scan the electronic tag of the fragrance core to be installed in the preset recognition area to obtain the recognition information of the fragrance core.

[0070] Optionally, the preset identification area is the near-field communication area on the air conditioner. The user "touches" the fragrance core to be installed into this area to establish communication between the fragrance core and the air conditioner. The air conditioner then automatically sends the fragrance core's identification information to the air conditioner, which identifies the fragrance core based on the received identification information from the near-field communication to obtain the corresponding identification information. Alternatively, when the fragrance core is near the near-field communication area, the area directly reads the identification information on the fragrance core's label and then identifies the fragrance core based on this information to obtain the corresponding identification information.

[0071] Optionally, the near-field communication area is equipped with an RFID reader or NFC reader, and each fragrance core to be installed has an electronic tag that can be read and identified by RFID or NFC. This electronic tag displays identification information such as the type of fragrance core to be installed. Optionally, the near-field communication area is located on the door of the air conditioner corresponding to the installation position for user operation. Thus, after obtaining the corresponding identification information from the fragrance core to be installed, the fragrance type of the fragrance core can be determined based on this identification information.

[0072] Optionally, fragrances can be categorized based on at least one of the following: scent, texture, efficacy, and manufacturer. For example, fragrances can be categorized by scent into light and strong types; or by efficacy into air-freshening fragrances, therapeutic fragrances, and deodorizing fragrances. The specific fragrance type will vary depending on the categorization method used; therefore, no specific limitation is made here.

[0073] Optionally, the air conditioner 10 can control the target fragrance receiving cavity 21 in the air handling module to move to the installation area 23, so that the user can install the fragrance core to be installed into the target fragrance receiving cavity 21 through the installation port 22. After the fragrance installation is completed, the fragrance information of the fragrance core to be installed is determined and displayed on the display panel of the air conditioner 10.

[0074] Optionally, the target cavity can be: a fragrance cavity in the air handling module that does not contain fragrance; a fragrance cavity where the built-in fragrance core has been used up for a considerable period of time; a fragrance cavity corresponding to the fragrance type for which the fragrance core is to be installed, such as a fragrance cavity specifically for storing liquid fragrance or a fragrance cavity specifically for storing solid fragrance; or a fragrance cavity where the fragrance core is replaced frequently, etc., without specific limitations here.

[0075] Optionally, when fragrance is detected within the target cavity, it is considered that the fragrance core to be installed has been placed in the target cavity. After the fragrance core is placed in the target cavity, the air handling module or the target cavity can be controlled to move back to its initial position along the removal path. After the target cavity or air handling module is moved to its initial position, the installation of the fragrance core is considered complete. Alternatively, after the fragrance core is placed in the target cavity, the air handling module or the target cavity can be controlled to move so that the target cavity is connected to the indoor air where the air conditioner is located, so as to release the fragrance within the target cavity into the indoor air where the air conditioner is located. In this case, after the target cavity is connected to the indoor air where the air conditioner is located, the installation of the fragrance core is considered complete.

[0076] After the fragrance cartridge to be installed is completed, the fragrance information corresponding to the cartridge can be displayed for user convenience. This allows users to view information about the fragrance chamber in the air handling module and the installed fragrances in the module in real time. Optionally, while displaying the fragrance information, voice prompts can also be provided. Alternatively, the fragrance information can be sent to a terminal device connected to the air conditioner, where it can be displayed and prompted, facilitating the integration of the fragrance cartridge with other functions.

[0077] Optionally, the displayed fragrance information includes at least one of the following: the name of the fragrance core to be installed (specifically, the name of the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed), the lifespan of the fragrance core to be installed, the fragrance receiving cavity associated with the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed, the function and / or module associated with the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed, and the lifespan of the function and / or module. That is, after obtaining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed and confirming that the fragrance core has been installed, the name and / or icon of the fragrance type of the installed fragrance core can be displayed on the air conditioner's display interface, allowing all users to view the fragrance types currently available in the air conditioner. And / or, the lifespan of the installed fragrance can be displayed, allowing all users to view the current usage status of the installed fragrance core, thereby reminding users to replace the fragrance core in a timely manner. And / or, display the fragrance receiving cavity associated with the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed on the air conditioner's display interface, so that users can see the corresponding installation position of fragrance cores of different fragrance types, avoiding installation errors that could prevent the combined effect of the functions and / or modules associated with the fragrance type from being achieved; and / or, when the fragrance core is associated with a function or module of the air conditioner, determine the associated function and / or module based on the fragrance type of the fragrance core, and then display the functions and / or modules that the fragrance core can achieve, so that users can see the functions and / or modules that can be achieved by the fragrance currently installed in the air conditioner in combination with other modules, serving as a prompt. And / or, display the lifespan of the function and / or module, so that users can see the remaining time that the air conditioner can operate the function and / or module, thereby prompting users to update the function and / or module in a timely manner to extend the lifespan of the function and / or module.

[0078] Optionally, the aforementioned functions and / or modules associated with fragrance type refer to functions and / or modules formed by combining fragrance with other air handling modules of the air conditioner. It is understood that the air conditioner has multiple air handling modules, whose functions can be the same or different. Combining multiple air handling modules can form different functions and / or modules. In this embodiment, fragrance type is used as one of the adjustment elements. Combining it with other air handling modules can achieve more combined functions or modules, such as purification function + fragrance function, realizing a fresh fragrance function or module. For example, when the fragrance is lavender, it forms a floral fresh fragrance module; when the fragrance is sandalwood, it forms a serene fresh fragrance module, etc. Thus, based on the above combinations, the air conditioner in this embodiment has a richer adjustment effect.

[0079] In one embodiment, after the installation of the fragrance core to be installed is completed, in order to update the installation information and / or usage information of the fragrance core to be installed in real time, the installation information and / or usage information of the fragrance core to be installed can be recorded in real time, and the recorded installation information and / or usage information can be written into the electronic tag of the fragrance core to be installed. This allows the latest installation information and / or usage information of the fragrance core to be installed to be obtained when the electronic tag of the fragrance core to be installed is scanned, so as to avoid misoperation caused by untimely information updates. For example, if the relationship between the fragrance type and the fragrance housing cavity changes, failure to update in time may lead to fragrance installation errors, resulting in cross-contamination between different fragrances, or the air conditioner may switch to the wrong fragrance type when running the function and / or module corresponding to the fragrance housing cavity, thus failing to achieve the desired effect of the function and / or module.

[0080] Optionally, the recorded installation information may include: the installation time of the fragrance core to be installed, the installation location (especially the fragrance housing), and the associated functions and / or modules during installation; the recorded usage information may include: the usage frequency, usage duration, remaining usage duration of the fragrance core to be installed, and the associated functions and / or modules during usage, etc., without specific limitations here.

[0081] In this embodiment, after acquiring the identification information, the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed is determined based on the acquired identification information. The target fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module is then moved to the installation area. After the fragrance core is installed, the fragrance information corresponding to the fragrance type is displayed. Thus, by intelligently controlling the fragrance installation process, installation information can be acquired during the installation process, allowing the fragrance installation information to be combined with the functions of the air conditioner, making the air conditioner's functions more diverse and achieving a better combined effect.

[0082] Second Embodiment

[0083] This embodiment is based on the first embodiment described above. Please refer to... Figure 4 After step S10, the air conditioner fragrance installation method further includes:

[0084] Step S40: Determine the function and / or module corresponding to the fragrance type;

[0085] Step S50: Associate the fragrance type with the function and / or module.

[0086] It should be noted that the fragrance type corresponds to the function that the air conditioner can achieve, such as aromatherapy, purification or fragrance function, etc.; the fragrance type corresponds to the module that the air conditioner can operate and implement, and the module can be a scene module, such as a floral fragrance module or a quiet and elegant fragrance module, etc.

[0087] Optionally, the function and / or module can be implemented by one air handling module or by a combination of at least two air handling modules. The combination of air handling modules can be implemented by a combination of identical air handling modules or by a combination of different air handling modules. Optionally, the air handling module includes, but is not limited to, a fragrance module, such as a purification module, a dehumidification module, a filtration module, a formaldehyde removal module, etc.

[0088] In this embodiment, the fragrance is combined with various air handling modules of the air conditioner to form different functions and / or modules. Then, the fragrance type and function and / or module are associated and bound. In this way, when the air conditioner is running the function and / or module, it can automatically control the corresponding associated fragrance to rotate to the usage position. Combined with other air handling modules under the function and / or module, the indoor environment where the air conditioner is located is adjusted, so that the indoor environment achieves the desired effect corresponding to the function and / or module under the combined adjustment of fragrance and other air handling modules.

[0089] Optionally, after determining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information, the process may further include step S60, which involves determining the function and / or module implemented by the fragrance type combination corresponding to the fragrance core to be installed, and associating the fragrance type combination with the function and / or module, wherein the target fragrance includes at least two fragrance types.

[0090] In this embodiment, the difference from the above embodiment is that two or more fragrances can be installed simultaneously to obtain corresponding fragrance type combinations to achieve corresponding functions and / or modules. Correspondingly, the air conditioner needs to control at least two target fragrance receiving cavities to move to the installation area for the user to install two fragrances. Then, based on the two fragrance types, the functions and / or modules that their combination can achieve are determined, and the fragrance type combinations are then bound and associated with the functions and / or modules. Similarly, when the air conditioner is operating the functions and / or modules, it can automatically control the corresponding associated fragrance type combinations to rotate to the usage position, and in conjunction with other air handling modules under the functions and / or modules, adjust the indoor environment where the air conditioner is located, so that the indoor environment, under the combined adjustment of fragrances and other air handling modules, achieves the desired effect corresponding to the functions and / or modules.

[0091] Optionally, the fragrance type combination can be formed by combining at least two fragrance types included in the fragrance core to be installed, or it can be formed by combining two fragrance types of the fragrance core to be installed with the fragrance types of other installed fragrance cores.

[0092] This embodiment can adjust the effect of fragrance on indoor air by using two types of fragrances. Fragrance combinations can achieve more different fragrance effects, further enriching the fragrance function of the air conditioner.

[0093] Third Embodiment

[0094] This embodiment is based on the first embodiment described above. Please refer to... Figure 5 After step S10, the following steps are also included:

[0095] Step S11: Obtain an empty fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module, and use the empty fragrance receiving cavity as the target fragrance receiving cavity; or,

[0096] Step S12: Obtain the fragrance receiving cavity in the air treatment module that is pre-associated with the fragrance type, and use the obtained fragrance receiving cavity as the target fragrance receiving cavity.

[0097] Since the air handling module is equipped with at least two fragrance receiving cavities, before controlling the corresponding fragrance receiving cavity to move to the installation area to install the fragrance core to be installed, the target receiving cavity for installing the fragrance core to be installed can be determined from the fragrance receiving cavities set in the air handling module, so as to move the target fragrance receiving cavity to the installation area.

[0098] Optionally, in some embodiments, after the air conditioner determines the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information, it can use an empty fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module as the target fragrance receiving cavity (the air handling module includes multiple fragrance receiving cavities, and the empty fragrance receiving cavity refers to a fragrance receiving cavity without fragrance installed), and then move the empty fragrance receiving cavity to the installation area so that the user can install the fragrance core into the empty fragrance receiving cavity.

[0099] Optionally, after detecting the completion of the installation of the fragrance core to be installed, the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed can be associated with an empty fragrance receiving cavity. Upon receiving a usage signal from the fragrance core to be installed, or upon activating a function and / or module associated with the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed, the air conditioner determines the empty fragrance receiving cavity based on the fragrance core to be installed or the fragrance type, and then intelligently controls the empty fragrance receiving cavity to move to the usage position (in this embodiment, the usage position is located in the installation area; in some embodiments, the usage position may not be in the installation location, and the usage position refers to the position where the fragrance in the fragrance receiving cavity is connected to the outside air). In this way, by associating the fragrance type and the fragrance receiving cavity during the fragrance installation process, intelligent control of the fragrance function is achieved. Optionally, in application scenarios where multiple fragrances are installed simultaneously, different types of fragrances can be switched according to needs to reduce the number of times fragrances are installed and removed, providing convenience for users.

[0100] Optionally, in other embodiments, various fragrance types can be pre-associated with fragrance receiving cavities, such as pre-setting fragrance type A as fragrance receiving cavity A and fragrance type B as fragrance receiving cavity B. After determining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information, the air conditioner obtains the fragrance receiving cavity in the air handling module that is pre-associated with the target fragrance type, uses the obtained fragrance receiving cavity as the target fragrance receiving cavity, and then controls the target fragrance receiving cavity to move to the installation area so that the user can install the fragrance core to be installed into the target fragrance receiving cavity.

[0101] In this embodiment, each fragrance-receiving cavity is predefined based on a fragrance type. When a user installs a fragrance refill, the air conditioner controls the corresponding fragrance-receiving cavity to move to the installation position according to the fragrance type. After the user installs the fragrance into the fragrance-receiving cavity, the fragrance type is associated with the cavity. Thus, when the air conditioner receives a usage signal for a fragrance refill to be installed, or activates a function and / or module associated with the fragrance type of the refill to be installed, the air conditioner determines the target fragrance-receiving cavity based on the refill or fragrance type, and then intelligently controls an idle fragrance-receiving cavity to move to the usage position. Compared to the above embodiments, this embodiment provides clearer management of the fragrance-receiving cavities, with a one-to-one correspondence between fragrance-receiving cavities and fragrance types, eliminating the need to switch the association between fragrance-receiving cavities and fragrance types.

[0102] Fourth embodiment

[0103] This embodiment is based on the first embodiment described above. Please refer to... Figure 6 After the step of obtaining identification information, the fragrance installation method of the air conditioner further includes:

[0104] Step S101: Determine whether the identification information meets the preset conditions;

[0105] Step S102: When the identification information meets the preset conditions, determine the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information;

[0106] Step S103: When the identified information does not meet the preset conditions, output a prompt message.

[0107] After obtaining the identification information corresponding to the fragrance core to be installed, to improve the effectiveness of the installation, if the obtained identification information meets preset conditions, the step of determining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information can be executed to install the fragrance core, and the display information corresponding to the fragrance type can be displayed after installation. In this way, while ensuring effective installation, the fragrance installation process can be intelligently controlled to combine the installation information of the fragrance core with the functions of the air conditioner, making the functions of the air conditioner more diversified and achieving a better combination effect. If the obtained identification information does not meet the preset conditions, it is considered that the installation of the fragrance core to be installed needs to be confirmed or that there is an installation risk. At this time, corresponding prompt information can be output to improve the effectiveness of the installation. Correspondingly, the output prompt information includes installation prompts and prohibition of installation prompts.

[0108] Optionally, the satisfaction of preset conditions can be determined based on the usage information of the fragrance core to be installed. Specifically, if the identification information determines that the fragrance core to be installed is an unused fragrance, the acquired identification information is considered to meet the preset conditions. However, if the identification information determines that the fragrance core to be installed is a used fragrance, this could be due to the user picking up the wrong fragrance core or the user previously replacing a fragrance core with an unused one; in this case, the acquired identification information is considered not to meet the preset conditions. Optionally, if the identification information determines that the fragrance core to be installed is a used fragrance core, to prevent user error due to incorrect selection, corresponding installation prompts (e.g., at least one of voice prompts, graphic prompts, and vibration prompts) can be output to prompt the user to confirm the installation. If confirmation of installation is received from the user within a preset time interval, or if no confirmation is received from the user within a preset time interval, the fragrance core to be installed is considered not to have been picked up incorrectly. In this case, the step of determining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information can continue. When user feedback is received within a preset time interval indicating cancellation of installation or replacement of fragrance, the system continues to detect the identification information of the fragrance core to be installed.

[0109] Optionally, the satisfaction of preset conditions can be determined based on the remaining lifespan of the fragrance core to be installed. Specifically, if the identification information indicates that the fragrance core to be installed has a long remaining lifespan, such as exceeding a preset usage time, the identification information is considered to meet the preset conditions. Conversely, if the identification information indicates that the fragrance core to be installed has a short remaining lifespan, such as less than the preset usage time, the user may have picked up the wrong fragrance, or the user may want to continue using the fragrance. In this case, the identification information is considered not to meet the preset conditions. Optionally, when the remaining usage time of the fragrance core to be installed is less than the preset usage time, to prevent accidental operation due to the user picking up the wrong fragrance core, a corresponding installation prompt can be output to prompt the user to confirm the installation. If a confirmation message confirming the installation is received from the user within a preset time interval, or if no feedback message is received within the preset time interval, the fragrance core to be installed is considered not to have been picked up incorrectly. In this case, the step of determining the fragrance type of the fragrance core to be installed based on the identification information can continue. If a cancellation message is received from the user within the preset time interval, the identification information of the fragrance core to be installed continues to be detected.

[0110] Optionally, the quality information of the fragrance core to be installed can be used to determine whether the preset conditions are met. Specifically, if the identification information determines that the fragrance core to be installed is not genuine, to avoid the fragrance core being incompatible with the air conditioner and thus failing to meet the corresponding functional requirements and achieve the desired functional effect, the installation of the fragrance core to be installed can be prohibited if it is detected that it is not genuine, such as when the identification information of the fragrance core to be installed is inconsistent with the preset identification information. A "Do Not Use" message will then be output to indicate that the installation of a non-genuine fragrance core is prohibited.

[0111] Optionally, in some other embodiments, at least two of the usage information, lifespan, and quality information of the fragrance core to be installed may be combined to determine whether the preset conditions are met, so as to better improve the effectiveness of the installation of the fragrance core to be installed. No specific limitation is made here.

[0112] In this embodiment, the fragrance core to be installed is installed when the identification information meets the preset conditions, and a prompt message is output when the identification information does not meet the preset conditions. This can avoid misoperation caused by picking the wrong fragrance core, and also avoid installing a fragrance core that is incompatible with the air conditioner, which would prevent the corresponding functional effect from being achieved.

[0113] Furthermore, this invention also provides a fragrance installation device for an air conditioner. The fragrance installation device includes a memory, a processor, and a fragrance installation program for the air conditioner stored on the processor and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the fragrance installation program for the air conditioner, it implements the steps of the fragrance installation method for the air conditioner as described above.

[0114] Furthermore, embodiments of the present invention also provide an air conditioner, the air conditioner including a memory, a processor, and an air conditioner fragrance installation program stored on the processor and executable on the processor, wherein when the processor executes the air conditioner fragrance installation program, it implements the steps of the air conditioner fragrance installation method as described above; or, the air conditioner includes an air conditioner fragrance installation device as described above.

[0115] Furthermore, embodiments of the present invention also provide a storage medium storing an air conditioner fragrance installation program, wherein when the air conditioner fragrance installation program is executed by a processor, the air conditioner fragrance installation method described above is implemented.

[0116] It should be noted that, in this document, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or system that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or system. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or system that includes that element.

[0117] The sequence numbers of the above embodiments of the present invention are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the embodiments.

[0118] Through the above description of the embodiments, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that the methods of the above embodiments can be implemented by means of software plus necessary general-purpose hardware platforms. Of course, they can also be implemented by hardware, but in many cases the former is a better implementation method. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of the present invention, or the part that contributes to the prior art, can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium (such as ROM / RAM, magnetic disk, optical disk) as described above, and includes several instructions to cause a terminal device (which may be a mobile phone, computer, server, television, or network device, etc.) to execute the methods described in the various embodiments of the present invention.

[0119] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and do not limit the scope of the patent. Any equivalent structural or procedural transformations made based on the description and drawings of the present invention, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are similarly included within the scope of patent protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A fragrance installation method of an air conditioner, characterized by, The air conditioner is provided with at least one installation position for installing an air treatment module, the air treatment module is provided with at least two fragrance accommodating cavities, and a fragrance installation method of the air conditioner comprises the following steps: Obtaining identification information, and determining a fragrance type of a to-be-installed fragrance core according to the identification information; Determining a function and / or a module corresponding to the fragrance type, and associating the fragrance type with the function and / or the module; Controlling a target fragrance accommodating cavity in the air treatment module to move to an installation area, wherein a fragrance accommodating cavity in the air treatment module that is pre-associated with the fragrance type is obtained, and the obtained fragrance accommodating cavity is taken as the target fragrance accommodating cavity; After the installation of the to-be-installed fragrance core is completed, displaying fragrance information corresponding to the fragrance type, wherein the fragrance information comprises a name of the fragrance type and / or a function and / or a module associated with the fragrance type, and the function and / or the module associated with the fragrance type is a function and / or a module formed by combining the fragrance type with other air treatment modules of the air conditioner, the air conditioner has a plurality of air treatment modules, the functions of the air treatment modules are the same or different, and the plurality of air treatment modules are combined to form different functions and / or modules.

2. The method of claim 1, wherein the fragrance is installed in the air conditioner. After the step of obtaining the identification information, the method further comprises: Determining whether the identification information meets a preset condition; When the identification information meets the preset condition, performing the step of determining the fragrance type of the to-be-installed fragrance core according to the identification information; When the identification information does not meet the preset condition, outputting prompt information; The preset condition is met in at least one of the following manners: According to the identification information, it is determined that the to-be-installed fragrance core is unused; According to the identification information, it is determined that a remaining use duration of the to-be-installed fragrance core is greater than or equal to a preset use duration; According to the identification information, it is determined that identification information of the to-be-installed fragrance core is consistent with preset identification information.

3. The method of claim 1, wherein the fragrance is installed in the air conditioner by being injected into the air conditioner through the inlet of the air conditioner. After the step of displaying the fragrance information corresponding to the fragrance type after the installation of the to-be-installed fragrance core is completed, the method further comprises: Recording installation information and / or use information of the to-be-installed fragrance core; Writing the installation information and / or the use information into an electronic tag of the to-be-installed fragrance core.

4. The method of claim 1, wherein the fragrance is installed in the air conditioner by being injected into the air conditioner through the inlet of the air conditioner. The step of obtaining the identification information comprises: When an electronic tag signal is detected in a preset identification area, scanning the electronic tag to obtain the identification information.

5. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: The air conditioner comprises a memory, a processor, and a fragrance installation program of the air conditioner stored in the memory and capable of running on the processor, and the processor implements the steps of the fragrance installation method of the air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-4 when executing the fragrance installation program of the air conditioner.

6. A storage medium, characterized by The storage medium stores the fragrance installation program of the air conditioner, and the steps of the fragrance installation method of the air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-4 are implemented when the fragrance installation program of the air conditioner is executed by the processor.

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