Panel assembly for an air conditioner and air conditioner

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of refrigeration equipment, and discloses a panel assembly for an air conditioner and the air conditioner. The air conditioner is provided with an air outlet, the panel assembly for the air conditioner comprises a panel, the panel is arranged at the air outlet and can open or close the air outlet, the panel comprises a body and a first pin body and a second pin body connected with the body, a driving assembly connected with the first pin body, the driving assembly is used for driving the first pin body to move so as to drive the panel to move, and a limiting assembly provided with a first guide groove, the extension direction of the first guide groove intersects with the movement direction of the driving assembly, the second pin body is located in the first guide groove and can move relative to the first guide groove to limit the movement path of the panel. According to the embodiment, the movement of the panel in different forms can be realized by using only one driving assembly, the problem that the energy consumption of the air conditioner is increased due to the excessive use of the driving assembly in the process of the movement of the panel is avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of refrigeration equipment technology, such as a panel assembly for an air conditioner and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioners are a widely used electrical appliance in people's lives. They play an important role in regulating indoor temperature, providing users with a healthy and comfortable indoor environment to meet their normal work, life and study needs.

[0003] Existing technology discloses an air conditioner and its double-door structure, including two switch door panels respectively disposed outside two parallel air outlet frames of the air conditioner. A panel is provided between the two switch door panels, and a gap is provided between each switch door panel and the panel. A receiving cavity is provided on the rear side of the panel, and two sets of drive mechanisms are provided in the receiving cavity. Each set of drive mechanisms includes a base, a drive component disposed on the base and movable along the front and rear of the air conditioner, and two motor components located on the base and symmetrically disposed on both sides of the drive component. The two motor components are rotatably connected to the drive component and move under the drive of the drive component. The two switch door panels are rotatably connected to the two motor components and retract into or out of the receiving cavity along the gap under the drive of each motor component. The motor shafts of the motors of the two motor components are vertically arranged, and a rotating shaft is provided at the top and bottom of each switch door panel, with each rotating shaft sleeved on the motor shaft of each motor. In this way, when the motor rotates, it can drive the switch door panel to rotate around it.

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

[0005] The drive assembly moves two motor assemblies, which in turn rotate the switch panel (cabinet) to retract into or move out of the receiving cavity. Each switch panel (cabinet) requires at least two drive motors to operate: one to move it and another to rotate it, thus increasing energy consumption during operation. Summary of the Invention

[0006] 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.

[0007] This disclosure provides a panel assembly for an air conditioner and an air conditioner to address the problem of increased energy consumption of the air conditioner during panel movement.

[0008] According to an embodiment of the first aspect of this application, a panel assembly for an air conditioner is provided. The air conditioner has an air outlet. The panel assembly for the air conditioner includes: a panel disposed at the air outlet and capable of opening or closing the air outlet; the panel includes a body and a first pin and a second pin both connected to the body; a drive assembly connected to the first pin, the drive assembly being used to drive the first pin to move, thereby driving the panel to move; and a limiting assembly having a first guide groove, the extension direction of the first guide groove intersecting the movement direction of the drive assembly, the second pin being located within the first guide groove and capable of moving relative to the first guide groove, thereby limiting the movement path of the panel.

[0009] According to an embodiment of the second aspect of this application, an air conditioner is provided, the air conditioner having an air outlet, the air conditioner including: the above-described panel assembly for air conditioning, the panel being disposed at the air outlet to open or close the air outlet.

[0010] The panel assembly and air conditioner for air conditioning provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0011] The panel is located at the air outlet and can be opened or closed to shield and protect the air outlet. When the air conditioner is off, the panel blocks the air outlet to prevent external dust and debris from entering the air conditioner. When the air conditioner is on, the panel exposes the air outlet, allowing air to be vented.

[0012] The panel includes a first pin connected to a drive assembly, which moves the first pin, thereby moving the panel. The panel also includes a second pin located within a first guide groove and movable relative to it. The drive assembly moves the first pin, thus moving the panel, and the panel's movement causes the second pin to move along the first guide groove. The extension direction of the first guide groove intersects with the movement direction of the drive assembly. The second pin restricts the panel's movement path, allowing the panel to move and rotate simultaneously under the drive assembly to open or close the air outlet. This optional embodiment allows for different forms of panel movement using only one drive assembly, avoiding the problem of increased air conditioning energy consumption caused by using too many drive assemblies during panel movement.

[0013] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0014] 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:

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air conditioner panel in the closed position according to Embodiment 1 of this disclosure;

[0016] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure along the AA direction;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of a panel assembly for an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 1 of this disclosure, viewed from a closed position.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of a panel assembly for an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 1 of this disclosure, viewed from another angle in the closed position;

[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the panel of an air conditioner panel assembly in the closed position, according to Embodiment 1 of this disclosure.

[0020] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the air outlet panel of an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 1 of this disclosure;

[0021] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure along the BB direction;

[0022] Figure 8 This is a structural schematic diagram of a panel assembly for an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 1 of this disclosure, viewed from the air outlet position.

[0023] Figure 9 This is a structural schematic diagram of a panel assembly for an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 1 of this disclosure from another perspective at the air outlet position;

[0024] Figure 10 This is a structural schematic diagram of a panel assembly for an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 2 of this disclosure, viewed from the closed position.

[0025] Figure 11 This is a structural schematic diagram of a panel assembly for an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 2 of this disclosure, viewed from the closed position.

[0026] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the air outlet panel of an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 2 of this disclosure;

[0027] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 Schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure along the CC direction;

[0028] Figure 14This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a panel assembly for an air conditioner provided in Embodiment 2 of this disclosure during the movement of the panel;

[0029] Figure 15 This is a structural schematic diagram of a panel assembly for an air conditioner, provided in Embodiment 2 of this disclosure, from a view of the air outlet position.

[0030] Figure label:

[0031] 10. Panel; 110. First pin; 120. Second pin; 130. Third pin; 140. Body; 150. Abutting part; 11. First panel; 12. Second panel; 101. First sub-panel; 102. Second sub-panel; 20. Drive assembly; 210. Drive rod; 211. Rail groove; 220. Motor; 230. Gear; 240. Rack; 30. Limiting assembly; 301. First guide groove; 302. Second guide groove; 40. Housing; 401. Air outlet; 50. Air duct assembly; 501. Air outlet duct; 502. Clearance clearance; 510. First air duct component; 520. Second air duct component; 530. Abutting mating part. Detailed Implementation

[0032] 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.

[0033] 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.

[0034] 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.

[0035] 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.

[0036] 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.

[0037] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0038] Example 1

[0039] like Figures 1 to 9 As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides an air conditioner with an air outlet 401. The air conditioner includes a panel assembly for the air conditioner, which includes a panel 10. The panel 10 is disposed at the air outlet 401 to open or close the air outlet 401.

[0040] The panel assembly for an air conditioner provided in this embodiment further includes a drive assembly 20 and a limiting assembly 30. A panel 10 is disposed at an air outlet 401 and is capable of opening or closing the air outlet 401. The panel 10 includes a first pin 110 and a second pin 120. The drive assembly 20 is connected to the first pin 110 and is used to drive the first pin 110 to move, thereby driving the panel 10 to move. The limiting assembly 30 is provided with a first guide groove 301, the extension direction of which intersects the movement direction of the drive assembly 20. The second pin 120 is located within the first guide groove 301 and is capable of moving relative to the first guide groove 301, thereby limiting the movement path of the panel 10.

[0041] Panel 10 is located at air outlet 401 and can open or close air outlet 401 to shield and protect it. When the air conditioner is off, panel 10 blocks air outlet 401 to prevent external dust and debris from entering the air conditioner through air outlet 401. When the air conditioner is on, panel 10 exposes air outlet 401, allowing air to be vented. When the air outlet is open, panel 10 is in the venting position; when the air outlet is closed, panel 10 is in the closed position.

[0042] like Figure 3 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, panel 10 includes a first pin 110 connected to a drive assembly 20. The drive assembly 20 can drive the first pin 110 to move, thereby moving panel 10. Panel 10 also includes a second pin 120 located within a first guide groove 301 and movable relative to the first guide groove 301. The drive assembly 20 drives the first pin 110 to move, thereby moving panel 10. The movement of panel 10 causes the second pin 120 to move along the first guide groove 301. The extending direction of the first guide groove 301 intersects the movement direction of the drive assembly 20. The second pin 120 can restrict the movement path of panel 10, so that panel 10 moves and rotates simultaneously under the drive of the drive assembly 20 to open or close the air outlet 401. Using this optional embodiment, only one drive assembly 20 is needed to achieve different forms of movement of panel 10, avoiding the problem of using too many drive assemblies 20 during the movement of panel 10, thus increasing air conditioning energy consumption.

[0043] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figures 7 to 9 As shown, in some optional embodiments, the limiting component 30 is further provided with a second guide groove 302, which intersects with the first guide groove 301 and is connected at the intersection. The first pin 110 is located in the second guide groove 302 and can move relative to the second guide groove 302.

[0044] In this optional embodiment, the drive component 20 drives the first pin 110 to move, thereby moving the panel 10. Simultaneously, the first pin 110 is located within the second guide groove 302. Under the drive of the drive component 20, the first pin 110 moves along the second guide groove 302, which limits its movement. The second guide groove 302 intersects with and connects to the first guide groove 301 at the intersection. That is, the extension direction of the second guide groove 302 is different from that of the first guide groove 301, and a bend is provided at the connection point. Because the extension direction of the second guide groove 302 is different from that of the first guide groove 301, when the first pin 110 and the second pin 120 move within the second guide groove 302 and the first guide groove 301 respectively, both the first pin 110 and the second pin 120 restrict the movement direction of the panel 10, causing the panel 10 to move along a preset trajectory. The specific groove shape and extension direction of the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302 can be set according to the required movement trajectory of the panel 10, and are not specifically limited here. The first pin 110 is connected to the drive assembly 20 and is located in the second guide groove 302. The first pin 110 drives the panel 10 to move while restricting the movement of the panel 10. This makes the structure of the panel assembly that can be used in air conditioners simpler and easier to install and manufacture.

[0045] In some alternative embodiments, the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302 are arranged intersectingly, and the middle part of the first guide groove 301 is connected to the middle part of the second guide groove 302.

[0046] In this optional embodiment, the second pin 120 moves within the first guide groove 301, and the first pin 110 moves within the second guide groove 302. The first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302 are intersected, and the middle part of the first guide groove 301 is connected to the middle part of the second guide groove 302, so that the panel 10 can also rotate during movement, increasing the versatility of the panel 10's movement.

[0047] In some alternative embodiments, the depth of the first guide groove 301 is greater than the depth of the second guide groove 302, and the length of the second pin 120 within the first guide groove 301 is greater than the depth of the second guide groove 302.

[0048] In this optional embodiment, the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302 are intersected. During the movement of the panel 10, the second pin 120 will move to the intersection of the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302. When the second pin 120 moves to the intersection of the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302, the length of the second pin 120 within the first guide groove 301 is greater than the depth of the second guide groove 302. Due to the length limitation of the second pin 120, the second pin 120 cannot move into the second guide groove 302, thereby preventing the panel 10 from becoming immobile and ensuring the operational reliability of the panel 10.

[0049] Optionally, the diameter of the first pin 110 is greater than the width of the first guide groove 301.

[0050] In this optional embodiment, when the first pin 110 moves to the intersection of the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302, the diameter of the first pin 110 is greater than the width of the first guide groove 301. Due to the diameter limitation of the first pin 110, the first pin 110 cannot move into the first guide groove 301, thereby avoiding the first pin 110 moving into the first guide groove 301 and preventing the panel 10 from moving, thus ensuring the operational reliability of the panel 10.

[0051] In some alternative embodiments, the drive assembly 20 includes a drive rod 210. The drive rod 210 has a groove 211, the extension direction of which intersects the extension direction of the first guide groove 301. A first pin 110 is located within the groove 211 and is movable relative to the groove 211. When the drive rod 210 is driven, the first pin can abut against the side wall of the groove 211 to move with the drive rod 210.

[0052] In this optional embodiment, the drive assembly 20 includes a drive rod 210 with a track groove 211. A first pin 110 is located within the track groove 211 and is movable relative to it. When the drive rod 210 is driven, the sidewall of the track groove 211 abuts against the first pin 110 to move it. When the second pin 120 moves within the first guide groove 301, it restricts the first pin 110 from moving the panel 10, causing the panel 10 to rotate, and the center of rotation of the panel 10 is not fixed. During the process of moving and rotating, the center of rotation of the panel 10 is not fixed, while the distance between the first pin 110 and the second pin 120 is fixed, which prevents the drive rod 210 from moving the panel 10. The extension direction of the rail groove 211 intersects with the extension direction of the first guide groove 301. The first pin 110 can move relative to the rail groove 211, so that the rail groove 211 can adjust the force transmission point of the side wall of the rail groove 211 to the first pin 110, so that the distance between the force transmission point of the side wall of the rail groove 211 to the first pin 110 and the second pin 120 meets the distance between the first pin 110 and the second pin 120, thereby enabling the panel 10 to move normally, thereby improving the operational feasibility of the panel assembly used for air conditioning.

[0053] Optionally, the extension direction of the track groove 211 intersects the movement direction of the drive rod 210.

[0054] With this optional embodiment, the space inside the air conditioner is limited. The extension direction of the rail groove 211 intersects with the movement direction of the drive rod 210. The extension direction of the rail groove 211 and the movement direction of the drive rod 210 can be adjusted according to the actual situation inside the air conditioner to save internal space and make the internal layout of the air conditioner more reasonable.

[0055] Optionally, the sidewalls of the track groove 211 include opposing first and second sidewalls. When the drive rod 210 moves in a first direction, the first pin 110 abuts against the first sidewall and is movable relative to the first sidewall. When the drive rod 210 moves in a second direction, the first pin 110 abuts against the second sidewall and is movable relative to the second sidewall. The first and second directions are opposite.

[0056] In this optional embodiment, the drive rod 210 can drive the first pin 110 to reciprocate, which in turn drives the panel 10 to reciprocate, thereby enabling the panel 10 to open or close the air outlet 401.

[0057] like Figure 5 and Figure 9As shown, in some optional embodiments, the body 140, the drive rod 210 and the limiting component 30 are arranged sequentially along the length of the panel 10. One end of the first pin 110 is connected to the body 140, and the other end of the first pin 110 passes through the rail groove 211 and is located in the second guide groove 302.

[0058] The length direction of panel 10 refers to the direction of body 140 toward first pin 110.

[0059] In this optional embodiment, the other end of the first pin 110 passes through the rail groove 211 and is located in the second guide groove 302. The side wall of the rail groove 211 provides driving force to the first pin 110, and the second guide groove 302 and the body 140 both provide resistance to the first pin 110. The driving force is between the two resistances, which makes the force on the first pin 110 more reasonable, thereby improving the service life of the panel 10.

[0060] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, in some optional embodiments, the drive assembly 20 further includes a motor 220, a gear 230, and a rack 240. The gear 230 is connected to the motor 220, and the motor 220 drives the gear 230 to rotate. The rack 240 meshes with the gear 230, and the rotation of the gear 230 drives the rack 240 to move. A drive rod 210 is disposed on the rack 240, and the extending direction of the groove 211 intersects the moving direction of the rack 240.

[0061] In this optional embodiment, the motor 220 drives the gear 230 to rotate, and the rotation of the gear 230 drives the rack 240 to move linearly. A drive rod 210 is mounted on the rack 240, and the rack 240 drives the drive rod 210 to move linearly. The extending direction of the rail groove 211 intersects the moving direction of the rack 240, thereby allowing the first pin 110 to move relative to the rail groove 211.

[0062] The air conditioner provided in this embodiment includes the panel assembly for air conditioning as described in any of the above embodiments, and therefore has all the beneficial effects of the panel assembly for air conditioning as described in any of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0063] like Figure 7 As shown, in some optional embodiments, there are multiple panel components, including a first panel component and a second panel component. The first panel component and the second panel component are arranged opposite to each other. The first panel 11 of the first panel component and the second panel 12 of the second panel component open or close the air outlet 401 synchronously.

[0064] In this optional embodiment, the multiple panel assemblies include a first panel assembly and a second panel assembly, and the air conditioner has a double-panel structure. The first panel 11 of the first panel assembly and the second panel 12 of the second panel assembly synchronously open or close the air outlet 401. The first panel assembly and the second panel assembly are arranged opposite to each other, such that when the air outlet 401 is opened, the first panel 11 and the second panel 12 move together into the air conditioner to open the air outlet 401.

[0065] Optionally, when the first panel 11 and the second panel 12 open the air outlet 401, the first panel 11 and the second panel 12 are located in the middle of the air outlet 401.

[0066] Optionally, the air conditioner provided in this embodiment further includes a housing 40 and an air duct assembly 50. The housing 40 has an air outlet 401, and the air duct assembly 50 surrounds an air outlet duct 501, which is connected to the air outlet 401. A clearance gap 502 exists between the air outlet end of the air duct assembly 50 and the housing 40. When the panel 10 is in the air outlet position, a portion of the panel 10 is located at the clearance gap 502 and blocks the clearance gap 502.

[0067] In this optional embodiment, the air duct assembly 50 encloses an air outlet duct 501, from which airflow flows to the air outlet 401. A clearance gap 502 exists between the air outlet end of the air duct assembly 50 and the housing 40, preventing movement of the panel 10. The panel 10 moves between the air outlet position and the closed position, passing through the clearance gap 502. When the panel 10 is in the air outlet position, a portion of the panel 10 is positioned at the clearance gap 502, blocking it. This means at least a portion of the panel 10 abuts against the air duct assembly 50 and the housing 40, effectively extending the air duct assembly 50 and preventing airflow from flowing into the air conditioner through the clearance gap 502. This avoids a reduction in the airflow volume of the air conditioner due to the clearance gap 502 between the air duct assembly 50 and the housing 40.

[0068] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 6 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, in some optional embodiments, panel 10 includes a first sub-panel 101 and a second sub-panel 102. The first sub-panel 101 is adapted to the air outlet 401, and the second sub-panel 102 is connected to the first sub-panel 101. When panel 10 is in the closed position, the first sub-panel 101 is located at the air outlet 401 to close the air outlet 401, and the second sub-panel 102 is located on one side of the first sub-panel. When panel 10 is in the air outlet position, the first sub-panel 101 is located inside the housing 40, and the second sub-panel 102 is located at the clearance gap 502 and blocks the clearance gap.

[0069] In this optional embodiment, panel 10 includes a first sub-panel 101 and a second sub-panel 102 connected to each other. The first sub-panel 101 is adapted to the air outlet 401, meaning that when the first sub-panel 101 is in the closed position, it can completely block the air outlet 401, preventing external dust and debris from entering the air conditioner through the air outlet 401. For example, the first sub-panel 101 and the air outlet 401 are similar in shape and area. When the second sub-panel 102 is located at the clearance gap 502, the second sub-panel 102 blocks the clearance gap 502, thereby extending the air duct assembly 50 and preventing airflow from flowing into the clearance gap 502. This avoids reducing the air volume of the air conditioner due to the clearance gap 502 between the air duct assembly 50 and the housing 40.

[0070] Since the air outlet 401 and the clearance 502 have different structures, the panel 10 includes a first sub-panel 101 adapted to the air outlet 401 and a second sub-panel 102 adapted to the clearance 502. The structures of the first sub-panel 101 and the second sub-panel 102 are respectively designed for the structures of the air outlet 401 and the clearance 502, which makes the structure and function of the panel 10 more reliable.

[0071] In some alternative embodiments, when panel 10 is in the closed position, the second sub-panel 102 is located inside the first sub-panel 101.

[0072] In this optional embodiment, when panel 10 is in the closed position, the first sub-panel 101 covers the air outlet 401, and the second sub-panel 102 is located inside the first sub-panel 101, that is, inside the air outlet 401, thereby increasing the aesthetics of the indoor unit. When panel 10 is in the air outlet position, the second sub-panel 102 blocks the clearance 502, and the second sub-panel 102 is located inside the first sub-panel 101, that is, the first sub-panel 101 is located on the side of the second sub-panel 102 away from the air outlet duct 501, thus preventing the first sub-panel 101 from affecting the air outlet of the indoor unit when it is located inside the air outlet duct 501.

[0073] In some alternative embodiments, one end of the second sub-panel 102 is connected to one end of the first sub-panel 101, and the second sub-panel 102 and the first sub-panel 101 form a set angle, such that the other end of the first sub-panel 101 extends to the other end of the second sub-panel 102.

[0074] In this optional embodiment, when panel 10 is in the air outlet position, the second sub-panel 102 blocks the clearance gap 502. One end of the second sub-panel 102 abuts against the housing 40, and one end of the second sub-panel 102 is connected to one end of the first sub-panel 101. One end of the first sub-panel 101 also abuts against the housing 40. The other end of the first sub-panel 101 extends towards the other end of the second sub-panel 102. Thus, one end of the second sub-panel 102 and one end of the first sub-panel 101 both abut against the housing 40. At this time, the connection point between the first sub-panel 101 and the second sub-panel 102 is the foremost point of panel 10, thereby avoiding the first sub-panel 101 protruding forward and occupying air conditioning area, making the structure of the air conditioner more reasonable.

[0075] Optionally, the sidewall of the air duct assembly 50 has a receiving space between it and the housing 40. The receiving space is connected to the clearance 502. When the panel 10 is in the air outlet position, the first sub-panel 101 is located within the receiving space.

[0076] In some alternative embodiments, the width of the first sub-panel 101 is greater than or equal to the width of the second sub-panel 102.

[0077] In this optional embodiment, the width of the first sub-panel 101 is greater than or equal to the width of the second sub-panel 102, meaning the width of the air outlet 401 is greater than or equal to the width of the clearance 502. The air outlet 401 is used for air conditioning output, so a larger width for the air outlet 401, i.e., a larger width for the first sub-panel 101, is beneficial for improving the air conditioning's output capacity. The clearance 502 is used to allow movement of the panel 10; a smaller clearance 502 allows for a more compact and rational air conditioning structure.

[0078] In some alternative embodiments, the air duct assembly 50 includes a first air duct component 510 and a second air duct component 520. One end of the second air duct component 520 has a clearance gap 502 between it and the housing 40, and the other end of the second air duct component 520 is connected to the first air duct component 510. The connection between the first air duct component 510 and the second air duct component 520 is provided with an angle, and the angle opening is away from the air outlet duct 501.

[0079] In this optional embodiment, one end of the second air duct component 520 has a clearance gap 502 between it and the housing 40. That is, one end of the second air duct component 520 is the air outlet end of the air duct assembly 50, and the other end of the second air duct component 520 is connected to the first air duct component 510. Along the air outlet direction, the first air duct component 510 and the second air duct component 520 are connected in sequence. The connection between the first air duct component 510 and the second air duct component 520 is provided with an angle, and the angle opening is away from the air outlet duct 501. That is, the second air duct component 520 extends in a direction away from the air outlet duct 501, which can increase the cross-sectional area of ​​the air outlet duct 501 and increase the air volume of the air conditioner.

[0080] In some alternative embodiments, when the panel 10 is in the air outlet position, a portion of the panel 10 is located at the clearance gap 502, and both ends of the portion of the panel 10 abut against the air duct assembly 50 and the housing 40, respectively.

[0081] In this optional embodiment, the two ends of a portion of the panel 10 abut against the air duct assembly 50 and the housing 40 respectively to seal the clearance gap 502.

[0082] Optionally, a portion of the panel 10 includes a second sub-panel 102, one end of which abuts against the housing 40, and the other end of which abuts against the air duct assembly 50 to seal the clearance gap 502.

[0083] In some alternative embodiments, the panel 10 is provided with an abutment portion 150, and the air duct assembly 50 is provided with an abutment mating portion 530 that cooperates with the abutment portion 150, so that the panel 10 abuts against the air duct assembly 50.

[0084] By adopting this optional embodiment, the panel 10 and the air duct assembly 50 can abut against each other through the abutment portion 150 and the abutment mating portion 530, so that the panel 10 and the air duct assembly 50 can abut against each other better, thereby improving the operational stability of the air conditioner.

[0085] Optionally, the other end of the second sub-panel 102 is provided with an abutment portion 150, and the second air duct component 520 is provided with an abutment mating portion 530.

[0086] In one specific embodiment, the abutting portion 150 includes a protrusion disposed on the side of the panel 10 facing the air outlet duct 501, and the abutting mating portion 530 includes a groove that mates with the protrusion. The inner wall surface of the groove abuts against the outer wall surface of the protrusion, and the groove is disposed on the side of the air duct assembly 50 facing the air outlet duct 501.

[0087] In this optional embodiment, the inner wall of the groove abuts against the outer wall of the protrusion, causing the panel 10 to abut against the air duct assembly 50, and the panel 10 to cover the clearance gap 502. The protrusion is located on the side of the panel 10 facing the air outlet duct 501, and the groove is located on the side of the air duct assembly 50 facing the air outlet duct 501. In this way, during movement, the protrusion and the groove can limit the panel 10, causing the panel 10 to stop at the clearance gap 502, thereby improving the accuracy of the panel 10 when it stops.

[0088] In another specific embodiment, the abutting part 150 includes a groove, which is located on the side of the panel 10 away from the air outlet duct 501. The abutting mating part 530 includes a protrusion that mates with the groove. The outer wall surface of the protrusion abuts against the inner wall surface of the groove. The protrusion is located on the side of the air duct assembly 50 away from the air outlet duct 501.

[0089] In this optional embodiment, the outer wall surface of the protrusion abuts against the inner wall surface of the groove, so that the panel 10 abuts against the air outlet assembly. The groove of the panel 10 is located on the side of the panel 10 away from the air outlet duct 501, and the protrusion is located on the side of the air duct assembly 50 away from the air outlet duct 501. In this way, the protrusion and the groove can limit the panel 10 during the movement, so that the panel 10 stops at the clearance 502, thereby improving the accuracy of the panel 10 when it stops.

[0090] Example 2 differs from Example 1 in that:

[0091] like Figures 10 to 15 As shown, in some optional embodiments, the limiting component 30 is further provided with a second guide groove 302, which intersects with the first guide groove 301 and communicates at the intersection. The panel 10 also includes a third pin 130 connected to the body 140, the third pin 130 being located within the second guide groove 302 and capable of moving relative to the second guide groove 302.

[0092] In this optional embodiment, the third pin 130 is located within the second guide groove 302 and can move relative to it. The first pin 110, driven by the drive assembly 20, moves the panel 10. The panel 10's movement causes the second pin 120 to move along the first guide groove 301, and the third pin 130 to move along the second guide groove 302. The second guide groove 302 intersects with the first guide groove 301 and connects at the intersection. That is, the extension direction of the second guide groove 302 is different from the extension direction of the first guide groove 301, and an angle is provided at the connection point between the second guide groove 302 and the first guide groove 301. Because the extension direction of the second guide groove 302 is different from the extension direction of the first guide groove 301, when the third pin 130 and the second pin 120 move within the second guide groove 302 and the first guide groove 301 respectively, both the third pin 130 and the second pin 120 restrict the movement direction of the panel 10, causing the panel 10 to move along a preset trajectory. The specific groove shape and extension direction of the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302 can be set according to the required movement trajectory of the panel 10, and are not specifically limited here.

[0093] like Figure 10 , Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, in some optional embodiments, the first guide groove 301 is a straight groove and the second guide groove 302 is an arc groove.

[0094] In this optional embodiment, the second guide groove 302 is an arc-shaped groove, and the third pin 130 moves within the second guide groove 302, with the movement trajectory of the third pin 130 being arc-shaped. The first guide groove 301 is a straight groove, and the second pin 120 moves linearly within the first guide groove 301. With the second pin 120 moving linearly and the third pin 130 moving arc-shaped, the panel 10 can rotate and move simultaneously under the combined action of the second pin 120 and the third pin 130, changing the direction of movement of the panel 10 and making the movement of the panel 10 more flexible and diverse.

[0095] Optionally, the two ends of the second guide groove 302 include a connecting end and a free end, and the connecting end of the second guide groove 302 is connected to the middle of the first guide groove 301.

[0096] In this optional embodiment, the second pin 120 moves within the first guide groove 301, and the third pin 130 moves between the free end and the connecting end of the second guide groove 302. When the third pin 130 moves to the connecting end of the second guide groove 302, the connecting end of the second guide groove 302 is connected to the middle of the first guide groove 301, meaning the connecting end of the second guide groove 302 is located within the first guide groove 301. At this time, the second pin 120 is located within the first guide groove 301, and the third pin 130 is also effectively located within the first guide groove 301. The first guide groove 301 is a straight groove, and the panel 10 is arranged parallel to the first guide groove 301. In this way, the panel 10 can move from a state intersecting with the first guide groove 301 to a state parallel to the first guide groove 301.

[0097] In this embodiment, the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302 can be set according to the position of the required running trajectory of the panel 10, and are not specifically limited here.

[0098] In some alternative embodiments, as the third pin 130 moves from the free end of the second guide groove 302 to the connecting end of the second guide groove 302, the second pin 120 moves from the first end of the first guide groove 301 to the second end of the first guide groove 301. The distance between the connecting end of the second guide groove 302 and the second end of the first guide groove 301 is greater than or equal to the distance between the second pin 120 and the third pin 130.

[0099] In this optional embodiment, the distance between the connecting end of the second guide groove 302 and the second end of the first guide groove 301 is greater than or equal to the distance between the second pin 120 and the third pin 130, ensuring that when the panel 10 moves to a state parallel to the first guide groove 301, both the second pin 120 and the third pin 130 can be located within the first guide groove 301, thus ensuring the operational stability of the panel 10.

[0100] In some alternative embodiments, the orthographic projection of the second guide groove 302 onto the first guide groove 301 is entirely located within the first guide groove 301, and a perpendicular line is drawn from the free end of the second guide groove 302 to the first guide groove 301, the length of which is equal to the distance between the second pin 120 and the third pin 130.

[0101] In this optional embodiment, a perpendicular line is drawn from the free end of the second guide groove 302 to the first guide groove 301. The length of this perpendicular line is equal to the distance between the second pin 120 and the third pin 130. That is, when the third pin 130 is located at the free end of the second guide groove 302, the second pin 120 is located at the foot of the perpendicular line segment in the first guide groove 301. The entire orthographic projection of the second guide groove 302 onto the first guide groove 301 lies within the first guide groove 301, thus ensuring that the foot of the perpendicular line segment falls within the first guide groove 301. At this time, the panel 10 is perpendicular to the first guide groove 301, allowing the panel 10 to rotate 90 degrees during movement.

[0102] In some alternative embodiments, the second pin 120, the first pin 110 and the third pin 130 are arranged sequentially at intervals along the width direction of the panel 10.

[0103] The width direction of panel 10 refers to the left and right direction when the air outlet 401 of panel 10 is closed.

[0104] In this optional embodiment, the first pin 110 is connected to the drive assembly 20, which drives the first pin 110 to move, thereby moving the panel 10. The movement of the panel 10 causes the second pin 120 and the third pin 130 to move along the first guide groove 301 and the second guide groove 302, respectively. The second pin 120, the first pin 110, and the third pin 130 are arranged sequentially at intervals, that is, the first pin 110 is located between the second pin 120 and the third pin 130, making the force on the body 140 of the panel 10 more reasonable, thereby improving the service life of the panel 10.

[0105] Optionally, the body 140 protrudes into the drive assembly 20 to form a boss, and the first pin 110 is disposed on the boss.

[0106] In this optional embodiment, the first pin 110 is connected to the drive assembly 20. The drive assembly 20 drives the first pin 110 to move, which in turn drives the panel 10 to move. During the movement of the panel 10, the first pin 110 experiences significant force, and the body 140 protrudes towards the drive assembly 20 to form a boss, with the first pin 110 positioned on the boss. This increases the connection stability between the body 140 and the first pin 110, thereby improving the service life of the panel 10.

[0107] In some alternative embodiments, the drive assembly 20 further includes a motor 220, which includes a rotating shaft connected to one end of the drive rod 210. The rotating shaft drives the drive rod 210 to rotate in a plane parallel to the plane where the limiting assembly 30 is located. The other end of the drive rod 210 is provided with a track groove 211.

[0108] In this optional embodiment, the rotating shaft drives the drive rod 210 to rotate in a plane parallel to the plane where the limiting component 30 is located. The rotation of the drive rod 210 drives the first pin 110 to move, thereby driving the panel 10 to move. The panel assembly for air conditioners provided in this application can adapt to different internal spaces of the air conditioner by selecting different drive devices, which has strong compatibility and can be adapted to a large number of air conditioners.

[0109] Optionally, the track groove 211 extends along the length direction of the drive rod 210.

[0110] Optionally, the sidewall of the second guide groove 302 and / or the sidewall of the first guide groove 301 are provided with clearance grooves to avoid the drive assembly 20.

[0111] In this optional embodiment, the motor 220 drives the drive rod 210 to rotate. The range swept by the drive rod 210 is relatively large. During the rotation, the drive rod 210 collides with the second guide groove 302 or the first guide groove 301. The side wall of the second guide groove 302 and / or the side wall of the first guide groove 301 are provided with avoidance grooves to avoid the drive rod 210, so that the drive assembly 20 can operate normally.

[0112] 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 panel assembly for an air conditioner, the air conditioner being provided with an air outlet (401), characterized in that, The panel assembly for the air conditioner includes: A panel (10) is provided at the air outlet (401) and is capable of opening or closing the air outlet (401). The panel (10) includes a body (140) and a first pin (110) and a second pin (120) both connected to the body (140). A drive assembly (20) is connected to the first pin (110). The drive assembly (20) is used to drive the first pin (110) to move, so as to drive the panel (10) to move. The limiting component (30) is provided with a first guide groove (301), the extension direction of the first guide groove (301) intersects with the movement direction of the driving component (20), and the second pin (120) is located in the first guide groove (301) and can move relative to the first guide groove (301) to limit the movement path of the panel (10). The limiting component (30) is further provided with a second guide groove (302), which intersects with the first guide groove (301) and is connected at the intersection. The first pin (110) is located in the second guide groove (302) and can move relative to the second guide groove (302). The drive assembly (20) includes: a drive rod (210) with a rail groove (211) extending in a direction that intersects with the extension direction of the first guide groove (301); a first pin (110) located in the rail groove (211) and capable of moving relative to the rail groove (211); when the drive rod (210) is driven, the first pin can abut against the side wall of the rail groove (211) to move with the drive rod (210).

2. The panel assembly for an air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The panel (10) also includes a third pin (130) connected to the body (140), the third pin (130) being located within the second guide groove (302) and being movable relative to the second guide groove (302).

3. The panel assembly for an air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, Along the width direction of the panel (10), the second pin (120), the first pin (110) and the third pin (130) are arranged at intervals in sequence.

4. The panel assembly for an air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the first pin (110) is located in the second guide groove (302) and can move relative to the second guide groove (302), the body (140), the drive rod (210) and the limiting component (30) are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the panel (10). One end of the first pin (110) is connected to the body (140), and the other end of the first pin (110) passes through the rail groove (211) and is located in the second guide groove (302).

5. The panel assembly for an air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein The drive component (20) also includes: The motor (220) includes a rotating shaft connected to one end of the drive rod (210), which drives the drive rod (210) to rotate in a plane parallel to the plane where the limiting component (30) is located; the other end of the drive rod (210) is provided with the rail groove (211).

6. The panel assembly for an air conditioner of claim 1, wherein, The drive component (20) also includes: Motor (220); Gear (230) is connected to motor (220), and motor (220) is used to drive gear (230) to rotate; A rack (240) meshes with a gear (230), and the rotation of the gear (230) drives the rack (240) to move. The drive rod (210) is disposed on the rack (240), and the extension direction of the rail groove (211) intersects the movement direction of the rack (240).

7. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: The air conditioner is provided with an air outlet (401), and the air conditioner includes: The panel assembly for an air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the panel (10) is disposed at the air outlet (401) to open or close the air outlet (401).

8. The air conditioner according to claim 7, characterized in that, The number of panel components is multiple, including a first panel component and a second panel component. The first panel component and the second panel component are arranged opposite to each other. The first panel (11) of the first panel component and the second panel (12) of the second panel component open or close the air outlet (401) synchronously.

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