Fragrance mechanism and air conditioner

Abstract

This application relates to the field of air conditioner technology and discloses a fragrance mechanism. The fragrance mechanism provided by this application includes a base and fragrance modules. The base has multiple receiving cavities, and a main board is fixed to the base. The main board has a first output terminal. The fragrance modules are used to generate atomized fragrance. One or more fragrance modules are assembled one-to-one within the receiving cavities. Each fragrance module includes an electronic control board with a first input terminal. After the fragrance modules are assembled, the first input terminal is connected to the first output terminal to complete the power supply connection. The fragrance modules of this application can be connected to the base without connectors or plugs, allowing for individual control of each fragrance module. It also makes it easier to install and remove the fragrance modules from the base, solving the problem of difficult disassembly. This application also discloses an air conditioner.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioning technology, such as to a fragrance device and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] As people's living standards improve, air conditioning is becoming increasingly common in daily life and work, and people's demands for air conditioning are also rising. For example, the requirements for indoor air quality are becoming more stringent. Currently, this is often achieved by using various aromatherapy materials to improve indoor air quality. For instance, a structure containing a specific aromatherapy material can be placed on the filter of the indoor unit. When air enters the air conditioner through the filter, the fragrance emitted by the aromatherapy material is carried into the air conditioner, where the temperature is adjusted before entering the indoor space, thus achieving the purpose of adjusting the indoor air quality. However, the above structure usually only includes aromatherapy material with one fragrance, resulting in a relatively limited range of scents. If the fragrance needs to be changed, the user needs to remove the aromatherapy material from the structure and replace it with a different fragrance, which is rather inconvenient.

[0003] In related technologies, an aromatherapy component and an air conditioner having the same are disclosed. The aromatherapy component includes a mounting part and an aromatherapy module. The mounting part includes a housing and a cover, which form a receiving cavity. The receiving cavity has at least one sub-receiving cavity, and at least one of the aromatherapy modules is disposed in the sub-receiving cavity. A communicating structure is formed on the cover so that the fragrance emitted by the aromatherapy module enters a target space through the communicating structure. Furthermore, the housing and the cover are movable relative to each other, and this movement allows the communicating structure to be aligned with different sub-receiving cavities or different positions of the sub-receiving cavities, thereby allowing the fragrance emitted by the aromatherapy module corresponding to the communicating structure to enter the target space.

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

[0005] In related technologies, the aromatherapy module of an aromatherapy component is difficult to disassemble due to limitations in the installation part.

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

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

[0008] This disclosure provides a fragrance mechanism. The fragrance module includes an electronic control board with a first input terminal. After the fragrance module is assembled, the first input terminal is connected to the first output terminal to complete the power supply connection. The fragrance module of this application can be connected to the base without connectors or plugs, making it easier to install and remove the fragrance module from the base, thus solving the problem of the fragrance module being difficult to disassemble.

[0009] In some embodiments, the fragrance mechanism includes a base and fragrance modules. The base has multiple receiving cavities, a main board is fixed to the base, and a first output terminal is fixed to the main board; the fragrance modules are used to generate atomized fragrance, and one or more fragrance modules are assembled one-to-one in the receiving cavities. The fragrance module includes an electronic control board with a first input terminal; after the fragrance module is assembled in place, the first input terminal is connected to the first output terminal to complete the power supply connection.

[0010] In some alternative embodiments, the fragrance module further includes an atomizer and an atomizer mainboard. The atomizer is located inside the fragrance chamber of the fragrance module and is used to atomize the fragrance; the atomizer mainboard is connected to the atomizer via wiring and has a second input terminal, which is powered by the module terminals on the bottom surface of the fragrance module's control board.

[0011] In some alternative embodiments, the fragrance module includes a fragrance box, a bottle, and a fragrance core. The fragrance box has a fragrance cavity; the bottle is used to hold a specific fragrance and is fixedly connected to the fragrance box; the fragrance core includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other, the first end extending into the bottle and the second end located in the fragrance cavity.

[0012] In some alternative embodiments, the fragrance box includes a box body and a box lid. The box body has an electronic control cavity and a fragrance cavity, and the electronic control board is located in the electronic control cavity; the box lid closes onto the box body, and the first input terminal is fixed to the box lid.

[0013] In some alternative embodiments, the atomizer mainboard is located inside the electronic control chamber.

[0014] In some optional embodiments, the base is also provided with multiple air supply chambers, adjacent air supply chambers are independent of each other, and each air supply chamber is provided with a fan; the fragrance chamber includes an air inlet and a fragrance outlet, the air inlet is connected to the air supply chamber one by one, and the fragrance outlet is used to connect to the indoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0015] In some alternative embodiments, the fragrance mechanism further includes a control module for controlling the operation of the atomizer and fan of one or more fragrance modules.

[0016] In some optional embodiments, the control module is also configured to detect the amount of fragrance essential oil; if the amount of fragrance essential oil is abnormal or lower than a preset capacity, a buzzer alarm is activated to prompt for replacement.

[0017] In some alternative embodiments, the base includes a base and a support portion. The base has multiple side-opening grooves for engaging the fragrance module; the support portion is integrally formed with the base and includes a control cavity and multiple air supply cavities. The main board is located in the control cavity, and each air supply cavity includes an air outlet, with the multiple air outlets corresponding one-to-one with the multiple grooves.

[0018] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes the aforementioned fragrance mechanism and an indoor unit, with the indoor unit connected to the fragrance mechanism via a flexible hose.

[0019] The fragrance mechanism provided in this embodiment can achieve the following technical effects:

[0020] The fragrance mechanism includes a base and fragrance modules. The base has multiple receiving cavities, and a main board is fixed to the base, with a first output terminal fixed to the main board. The fragrance modules generate atomized fragrance, and one or more fragrance modules are assembled one-to-one within each receiving cavity. Each fragrance module includes an electronic control board with a first input terminal. After the fragrance module is assembled, the first input terminal is slid into the first output terminal to complete the power supply connection. The fragrance module of this application can be connected to the base without connectors or plugs, making it easier to install and remove the fragrance module from the base, thus solving the problem of the fragrance module being difficult to disassemble.

[0021] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0022] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the fragrance mechanism provided in the embodiments of this disclosure;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the fragrance mechanism provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of the fragrance module provided in the embodiments of this disclosure;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the fragrance mechanism provided in the embodiments of this disclosure;

[0027] Figure 5 This is another cross-sectional structural schematic diagram of the fragrance mechanism provided in the embodiments of this disclosure;

[0028] Figure 6This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the fragrance module provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0029] Figure label:

[0030] 1: Base; 11: Air supply cavity; 12: Receiving cavity; 121: First slot; 122: Second slot; 13: Base; 14: Supporting part; 141: Air outlet; 15: Fan cover; 151: Air inlet;

[0031] 2: Fragrance module; 21: Flavoring nozzle; 22: Air inlet; 24: Fragrance box; 241: Divider; 242: Electronic control chamber; 243: Fragrance chamber; 244: Main board; 245: Box body; 246: Box lid; 247: Ring; 248: Outlet nozzle; 25: Bottle body; 26: Fragrance coil; 27: Atomizer; 28: Atomizer main board;

[0032] 3: Hose;

[0033] 4: Fan. Detailed Implementation

[0034] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0035] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0036] In this disclosure, the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for better description of the embodiments of this disclosure and their implementations, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to require them to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the aforementioned terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] Furthermore, the terms "set up," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0038] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0039] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0040] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0041] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0042] Fragrance diffusers are widely used in home appliances such as refrigerators, air conditioners, and water heaters. While each of these appliances uses a separate diffuser, they all have significant drawbacks. Existing fragrance diffusers can use multiple fragrance modules sharing a single air outlet. By rotating the outlet, the position can be adjusted to align with a specific fragrance module, thus enabling fragrance switching.

[0043] The fragrance modules of existing fragrance establishments are usually equipped with electronic atomizers, making the fragrance modules difficult to disassemble and install.

[0044] Combination Figure 1-6 As shown, this embodiment of the disclosure provides a fragrance module 2, which includes a fragrance box 24 and a bottle 25 combined. Figure 1-6As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides a fragrance mechanism, which includes a base 1 and a fragrance module 2. The base 1 has multiple receiving cavities 12, and a main board 244 is fixed to the base 1. The main board 244 is fixed with a first output terminal. The fragrance module 2 is used to generate atomized fragrance. One or more fragrance modules 2 are assembled one-to-one in the receiving cavity 12. The fragrance module 2 includes an electronic control board with a first input terminal. After the fragrance module 2 is assembled in place, the first input terminal is connected to the first output terminal to complete the power supply connection.

[0045] Specifically, the multiple receiving cavities 12 on the base 1 are used to provide mounting points for multiple fragrance modules 2. It is understood that the number of fragrance modules 2 on the base 1 can be one or multiple, depending on the user's needs for installation.

[0046] A mainboard 244 is fixed on the base 1, and each fragrance module 2 is equipped with an electronic control board. The first input terminal on the electronic control board can be connected to the first output terminal of the mainboard 244, thereby enabling power supply to one or more fragrance modules 2 through the base 1. Compared with the connection method of connectors or plugs, the terminal connection method facilitates the disassembly of the fragrance module 2 and eliminates the need for wire connectors, saving costs and space.

[0047] Optionally, the fragrance module 2 also includes an atomizer 27 and an atomizer mainboard 28. The atomizer 27 is located in the fragrance chamber 243 of the fragrance module 2 and is used to atomize fragrance; the atomizer mainboard 28 is connected to the atomizer 27 via wiring and has a second input terminal. The module terminal on the bottom of the electronic control board of the fragrance module 2 supplies power to the second input terminal.

[0048] Understandably, after the fragrance module 2 is installed into the receiving cavity 12, the first input terminal on the control board can be connected to the first output terminal of the main board 244 to supply power to the fragrance module 2.

[0049] The atomizer 27 within the fragrance module 2 atomizes the essential oils, facilitating their delivery into the room along with the airflow. The fragrance module 2 supplies power to the second input terminal on the atomizer mainboard 28 via module terminals on the bottom of its control board. The atomizer mainboard 28 is connected to the atomizer 27 via wiring, enabling power supply to the atomizer 27 and allowing it to start and stop electronically controlled. By configuring the atomizer mainboard 28, it is possible to have one or more fragrance modules 2 in standby mode while the atomizers 27 of other fragrance modules 2 operate normally, thus releasing a single pure fragrance or a mixture of fragrances to meet different user needs.

[0050] Optionally, the atomizer 27 includes an ultrasonic atomizer 27.

[0051] Ultrasonic liquid atomization involves the generation of capillary gravity waves in a liquid layer on a vibrating surface under ultrasonic vibration. The instability of the liquid surface waves causes atomization. Specifically, when an ultrasonic wave of a certain intensity passes through the liquid and points towards the gas-liquid interface, the ultrasonic wave forms a surface tension wave at this interface. Under the action of a force perpendicular to the surface tension wave, once the amplitude of the vibrating surface reaches a certain value, droplets fly off from the wave crest, forming an atomized liquid.

[0052] The atomized fragrance can be delivered to the indoor unit of the air conditioner along with the airflow, avoiding fragrance dripping and improving the diffusion and longevity of the indoor fragrance.

[0053] Optionally, the fragrance module 2 includes a fragrance box 24, a bottle 25, and a fragrance core 26. The fragrance box 24 has a fragrance cavity 243; the bottle 25 is used to hold a specific fragrance and is fixedly connected to the fragrance box 24; the fragrance core 26 includes a first end and a second end, the first end extending into the bottle 25 and the second end located in the fragrance cavity 243.

[0054] One end of the fragrance core 26 is inserted into the fragrance essential oil inside the bottle 25, and the other end extends into the fragrance chamber 243. The fragrance core 26 uses a siphon effect to guide the fragrance upward and release it into the fragrance chamber 243.

[0055] Optionally, the fragrance box 24 includes a box body 245 and a box lid 246. The box body 245 has an electrical control cavity 242 and a fragrance cavity 243, and the electrical control board is located in the electrical control cavity 242; the box lid 246 covers the box body 245, and the first input terminal is fixed on the box lid 246.

[0056] The atomizer 27 is located inside the fragrance chamber 243. After the fragrance core 26 delivers the fragrance essential oil to the fragrance chamber 243, the atomizer 27 atomizes the fragrance essential oil. The atomized fragrance can flow better with the airflow, avoiding the problem of the fragrance droplets being too large and dripping prematurely, thus affecting the diffusion range.

[0057] Optionally, the atomizer mainboard 28 is located inside the electronic control chamber 242.

[0058] The atomizer 27 is located in the fragrance chamber 243, and the atomizer main board 28 is located in the electronic control chamber 242. The atomizer main board 28 and the atomizer 27 are located in two independent chambers, which can prevent the atomized fragrance in the fragrance chamber 243 from corroding the atomizer main board 28 and prevent problems such as short circuit of the atomizer main board 28.

[0059] Optionally, the base 1 is also provided with multiple air supply chambers 11, adjacent air supply chambers 11 are independent of each other, and a fan 4 is provided in each air supply chamber 11; the fragrance chamber 243 includes an air inlet 22 and a fragrance outlet 21, the air inlet 22 is connected to the air supply chamber 11 in a one-to-one correspondence, and the fragrance outlet 21 is used to connect to the indoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0060] Specifically, each of the multiple air supply chambers 11 corresponds to a multiple receiving chamber 12. Each air supply chamber 11 is equipped with a fan 4. The multiple receiving chambers 12 can hold one or more fragrance modules 2, and the number of fragrance modules 2 can be increased or decreased as needed. The fragrances of the multiple fragrance modules 2 placed on the base 1 can be the same or different.

[0061] As an example, the base 1 holds multiple fragrance modules 2 with different scents.

[0062] When one of the fans 4 is running, under negative pressure, the airflow enters the air supply cavity 11 where the fan 4 is located, and passes through the fragrance cavity 243 corresponding to the air supply cavity 11. The atomized fragrance generated by the fragrance module 2 mixes with the airflow in the fragrance cavity 243. The fragrance airflow containing a specific scent flows out through the fragrance outlet 21 and is sent to the indoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0063] Understandably, turning on the fan 4 in the air delivery chamber 11 corresponding to the selected fragrance module 2 can produce a pure, single fragrance. In the fragrance mechanism of this application, each fragrance module 2 has an independent fan 4, air delivery chamber 11, fragrance chamber 243, and fragrance mouth 21, so there will be no problem of fragrance confusion.

[0064] When three of the fans 4 are running, under the negative pressure, the three airflows enter the three relatively independent air supply chambers 11 respectively.

[0065] Understandably, different fragrance modules 2 can be placed on the base 1, or two or more fragrance modules 2 with the same fragrance can be placed on it, depending on personal preference. Multiple fragrance modules 2 with the same fragrance operating simultaneously can increase the fragrance concentration and meet the needs of different space sizes.

[0066] Understandably, multiple receiving cavities 12 can be installed using only one or two of them, or all of them can be used, depending on the specific needs.

[0067] Optionally, the fragrance mechanism also includes a control module for controlling the operation of the atomizer 27 and fan 4 of one or more fragrance modules 2.

[0068] As an example, the base 1 of the fragrance diffuser has three air chambers 11 and three receiving chambers 12. Each of the three air chambers 11 contains a fan 4, and each of the three receiving chambers 12 can accommodate three different fragrance modules 2. The three different fragrance modules 2 are pushed into the base 1 and secured. According to actual usage needs, the control module controls the start and stop of the three fans 4 and the atomizers 27 of the three fragrance modules 2, thereby controlling the fragrance flavor. This allows for the creation of multiple flavors by using a single fan 4, a combination of two fans 4, or all three fans 4 operating simultaneously. The number of fragrances is equal to the factorial of the number of fragrance modules 2 installed in the receiving chambers 12. For example, three fragrance modules 2 can produce seven flavors.

[0069] It is understandable that the atomizers 27 and corresponding fans 4 of different fragrance modules can be turned on and off sequentially.

[0070] As an example, the base 1 of the fragrance device is equipped with three fragrance modules 2, namely a first fragrance module 2, a second fragrance module 2, and a third fragrance module 2. The fragrance ingredient in the bottle 25 of the first fragrance module 2 is ingredient A, the fragrance ingredient in the bottle 25 of the second fragrance module 2 is ingredient B, and the fragrance ingredient in the bottle 25 of the third fragrance module 2 is ingredient C. The evaporation rates of the fragrance ingredients are: A>B>C. The different evaporation rates of the fragrance ingredients in the three bottles 25 create a layered fragrance over time. Ingredient A evaporates quickly and serves as the top note, most prominent when the airflow from the indoor unit of an air conditioner first begins. Understandably, ingredient B serves as the middle note, and ingredient C as the base note, thus allowing the fragrance to develop more layers over time.

[0071] In related technologies, confusion can easily occur during fragrance switching or release, resulting in mixed scents that are not desired by the user, thus affecting the experience. The fragrance mechanism of this application comprises independent fragrance modules 2. By adjusting and selecting the fragrance scents and characteristics of multiple fragrance modules 2, as well as the operating time of the fan 4, it can provide users with a more layered fragrance experience, achieving a three-tiered olfactory fragrance sensation.

[0072] Optionally, the control module is also configured to detect the amount of fragrance essential oil. If the amount of fragrance essential oil is abnormal or lower than the preset capacity, a buzzer alarm will be activated to prompt for replacement.

[0073] Optionally, the base 1 includes a base 13 and a support portion 14. The base 13 has multiple side-opening grooves for engaging the fragrance module 2; the support portion 14 is integrally formed with the base 13, and the support portion 14 includes a control cavity and multiple air supply cavities 11. The main board 244 is located in the control cavity, and each air supply cavity 11 includes an air outlet 141, with the multiple air outlets 141 corresponding to the multiple grooves one by one.

[0074] Specifically, the base 13 has multiple side-opening grooves arranged in a straight line. Each fragrance module 2 is snapped into one of these grooves. The air outlets 141 of the multiple air chambers 11 of the supporting part 14 correspond one-to-one with the fragrance modules 2. Each air outlet 141 of the air chamber 11 is connected to the air inlet 22 of the fragrance module 2. This reduces wind loss and noise, and prevents the scents from mixing in the different fragrance chambers 243.

[0075] Furthermore, by mounting the motherboard 244 and the fan 4 on the support portion 14, the operation of the fan 4 can also provide some heat dissipation for the motherboard 244. The motherboard 244 is housed within the control cavity, and its first output terminal passes through the support portion 14, connecting to the first input terminal of the external fragrance module 2. This placement of the motherboard 244 within the control cavity extends its lifespan, and the terminal connection method reduces the area occupied by the support portion 14, thus lowering costs.

[0076] Optionally, the groove includes a first slot 121 and a second slot 122. The bottle body 25 is located within the first slot 121; the second slot 122 is located above the first slot 121, and the width of the second slot 122 is greater than the width of the first slot 121. The fragrance box 24 is located within the second slot 122; wherein, an air outlet is provided on the side of the first slot 121, and the fragrance opening 21 is connected to the air outlet.

[0077] The second slot 122 is used to fix the fragrance box 24 within the slot 122. The bottle 25 is fixedly connected to the fragrance box 24. By locking the fragrance box 24, the bottle 25 is fixedly positioned to prevent it from tipping over.

[0078] The bottle body 25 uses a standard part of a commonly available size, with a universal mouth diameter, thus improving the versatility of the fragrance mechanism. The bottle body 25 has external threads at its opening, while the fragrance box 24 has internal threads. This threaded assembly achieves interlocking between the bottle body 25 and the fragrance box 24, and facilitates easy disassembly. A leak-proof rubber ring is provided at the corresponding interface of the bottle body 25 to prevent fragrance liquid leakage.

[0079] Optionally, the fragrance mechanism also includes an outlet nozzle 248 located at the air outlet, which is interference-fitted with the hose 3 of the indoor air conditioning unit.

[0080] The outlet nozzle 248 protrudes outward from the air outlet of the base 1, facilitating connection between the outlet nozzle 248 and the hose 3. The fragrance mechanism is connected to the indoor unit of the air conditioner via the outlet nozzle 248 and the hose 3, allowing the fragrance to be delivered to the indoor unit with the airflow, thus providing aroma to the indoor environment.

[0081] Optionally, the fragrance mechanism also includes a valve body located on the hose 3, which controls the flow rate of one or more fragrance chambers 243 to the indoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0082] Specifically, each cavity 12 of the base 1 is provided with an outlet 248. Each outlet 248 is connected to the indoor unit of the air conditioner through a hose 3 and a valve body. By controlling the opening of the valve body, the flow rate of different fragrances can be adjusted.

[0083] As an example, the fragrance mechanism includes multiple hoses 3 connected to the indoor unit of the air conditioner. Each hose 3 is equipped with a one-way valve or an expansion valve. By controlling the valve body at each hose 3, the fragrance airflow of each path can be controlled, thereby enabling a single pure fragrance or multiple mixed fragrances to enter the indoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0084] As another example, the fragrance mechanism includes multiple hoses 3 and a main pipe. One end of each hose 3 is connected to a corresponding fragrance module 2, and the other end of each hose 3 is connected to the main pipe via a multi-way valve. The main pipe is connected to the indoor unit of the air conditioner. Thus, by controlling the adjustment of the multi-way valve, the fragrance of different fragrance modules 2 can be switched. For example, the hoses 3 of three fragrance modules 2 can be connected to the main pipe of the indoor unit of the air conditioner via a four-way valve.

[0085] Optionally, the fragrance diffuser also includes a fan cover 15, which covers the support part 14. The fan cover 15 has multiple air inlets 151, which are connected to multiple air delivery chambers 11 in a corresponding manner.

[0086] The fan cover 15 and the support part 14 together enclose the air supply cavity 11. Multiple fans 4 are correspondingly arranged in multiple air supply cavities 11, so that the airflow of each fragrance module 2 can be independently controlled.

[0087] The fragrance box 24 includes a partition 241, which divides the fragrance box 24 into an independent electronic control chamber 242 and a fragrance chamber 243. An atomizer main board 28 is installed in the electronic control chamber 242, and an atomizer 27 is installed in the fragrance chamber 243. The atomizer main board 28 is connected to the atomizer 27. The bottle 25 contains fragrance and is fixedly connected to the fragrance box 24. The fragrance core 26 inside the bottle 25 is inserted into the fragrance chamber 243 and contacts the atomizer 27 so that the atomizer 27 atomizes the fragrance and mixes it with the airflow flowing through the fragrance chamber 243.

[0088] Specifically, the fragrance box 24 is divided into two independent chambers by a partition 241: an electronic control chamber 242 and a fragrance chamber 243. The atomizer main board 28 in the electronic control chamber 242 is electrically connected to the atomizer 27 in the fragrance chamber 243, and the operation and shutdown of the atomizer 27 can be controlled through the atomizer main board 28.

[0089] The bottle 25 is used to hold a specific fragrance; the fragrance core 26 includes a first end and a second end, the first end extending into the bottle 25 and the second end located in the fragrance cavity 243; two or more fragrance modules 2 with different scents are placed in multiple receiving cavities 12. One end of the fragrance core 26 is inserted into the fragrance liquid inside the bottle 25, and the other end extends into the fragrance cavity 243. The fragrance core 26 uses a siphon effect to guide the fragrance upward and release it into the fragrance cavity 243. The atomizer 27 in the fragrance cavity 243 atomizes the fragrance essential oil, and the atomized fragrance is transported into the room by the airflow.

[0090] This application improves the safety of the fragrance module 2 by making the electronic control cavity 242 and the fragrance cavity 243 independent of each other, thereby avoiding the problem of corrosion or conductivity caused by the fragrance coming into contact with the atomizer main board 28 in the electronic control cavity 242.

[0091] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes the aforementioned fragrance mechanism and an indoor unit, with the indoor unit connected to the fragrance mechanism via a flexible hose 3.

[0092] The base 1 of the fragrance diffuser is fixed to the indoor unit of the air conditioner. This application combines the fragrance diffuser with the indoor unit of the air conditioner, which not only saves indoor space but also enables intelligent home appliance linkage, making it more convenient.

[0093] Optionally, the fragrance box 24 also includes a ring 247 located at the bottom of the box body 245. The inner cylindrical surface of the ring 247 is provided with an internal thread for interlocking with the bottle mouth thread of the bottle body 25.

[0094] The ring 247 allows the bottle 25 to be detachably mounted on the box 245. When the amount of fragrance essential oil in the bottle 25 is insufficient, it is easy to remove the bottle 25 to add fragrance essential oil or replace it with a bottle 25 of a different scent.

[0095] This application includes an air conditioner for a fragrance mechanism. Each fragrance module 2 has an independent fan 4, air supply cavity 11, fragrance cavity 243 and fragrance mouth 21, so there will be no problem of fragrance confusion.

[0096] Furthermore, this application features a mainboard 244 fixed on the base 1, with each fragrance module 2 equipped with an electronic control board. The first input terminal on the electronic control board is connected to the first output terminal of the mainboard 244, thereby enabling power supply to one or more fragrance modules 2 via the base 1. Compared to the connection and power supply method using connectors or plugs, the terminal connection method facilitates the disassembly of the fragrance module 2 and eliminates the need for wire connectors, saving costs and space.

[0097] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included or substituted for parts and features of other embodiments. Embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A fragrance device for use in an air conditioner indoor unit, characterized in that, include: The base has multiple receiving cavities, and a main board is fixed to the base. The main board is fixed to a first output terminal. and, A fragrance module, including a fragrance box and a bottle, is used to generate atomized fragrance. One or more of the fragrance modules are assembled in a corresponding housing cavity. The fragrance module includes an electronic control board with a first input terminal. The base includes: a base with a plurality of side openings in the groove, the groove being used to laterally engage the fragrance module; The groove includes a first slot and a second slot located above the first slot, the width of the second slot being greater than the width of the first slot; the bottle body is confined within the first slot, and the fragrance box is confined within the second slot; After the fragrance module is assembled, the first input terminal slides into the first output terminal to complete the power supply connection.

2. The fragrance mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fragrance module also includes: Atomizer, located within the fragrance chamber of the fragrance module, is used to atomize the fragrance; and, The atomizer mainboard is connected to the atomizer via wiring. The atomizer mainboard has a second input terminal, and the module terminal on the bottom of the electronic control board of the fragrance module supplies power to the second input terminal.

3. The fragrance mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The fragrance module includes: A fragrance box with a fragrance chamber inside; A bottle body for holding a specific fragrance, the bottle body being fixedly connected to the fragrance box; and, The fragrance core includes a first end and a second end opposite to each other, the first end extending into the bottle body and the second end located in the fragrance cavity.

4. The fragrance mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The fragrance box includes: The box body has an electronic control cavity and a fragrance cavity, with the electronic control board located in the electronic control cavity; and, A lid is placed over the box body, and the first input terminal is fixed to the lid.

5. The fragrance mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, The atomizer mainboard is located inside the electronic control cavity.

6. The fragrance mechanism according to claim 3, characterized in that, The base is also provided with multiple air supply chambers, adjacent air supply chambers are independent of each other, and a fan is provided in each air supply chamber; The fragrance chamber includes an air inlet and a fragrance outlet. The air inlets are connected to the air supply chambers, and the fragrance outlets are used to connect to the indoor unit of the air conditioner.

7. The fragrance mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, Also includes: The control module is used to control the operation of the atomizer and fan of one or more fragrance modules.

8. The fragrance mechanism according to claim 7, characterized in that, The control module is also configured to: The system detects the amount of essential oil in the fragrance oil. If the amount of essential oil is abnormal or lower than the preset capacity, a buzzer alarm will sound to prompt for replacement.

9. The fragrance mechanism according to claim 6, characterized in that, The base includes: The base has multiple side-opening grooves for engaging the fragrance module; and, The support part is integrally formed with the base. The support part includes a control cavity and multiple air supply cavities. The main board is located in the control cavity. Each of the air supply cavities includes an air supply port. The multiple air supply ports correspond one-to-one with multiple grooves.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The fragrance mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 9; and, The indoor unit of the air conditioner is connected to the fragrance device via a flexible hose.

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