A condensate water treatment method and device based on an atomizing assembly, and an air conditioner

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of based on condensate water treatment method and processing device of atomization component, air conditioner, atomization component in air conditioner includes atomizer and atomization box, the atomization box is used to accommodate water, atomizer is set in atomization box, atomizer replaces water motor to facilitate cost saving.The condensate water treatment method includes: initialization atomizer's working parameter;Atomizer enables operation and sets the frequency slope of atomizer, and when atomizer is in working condition, the current value of current on the atomizer is detected;Determine whether the current value of current on the atomizer exceeds the first preset value;If yes, the atomization box has no condensate water, otherwise, the atomization box has condensate water, control the frequency of the atomizer to run with target current;By increasing the second time to determine whether atomizer needs to run, by increasing the judgment condition, to achieve flexible control of atomizer start-stop, and then increase the safety of use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of outdoor air conditioner technology, and in particular to a condensate treatment method, treatment device, and air conditioner based on an atomizing component. Background Technology

[0002] After an air conditioner has been used for a long time, a lot of water will condense on the evaporator. The traditional solution is to use a water pump motor to pump the water to the condenser. Once the compressor is turned on, the water pump motor will be running continuously.

[0003] The solution of using a water pump motor to handle condensate has the drawback of not having a water detection function itself, as the water pump motor works along with the compressor and cannot actually detect the presence of condensate. This results in the water pump motor working without load, causing energy waste. In actual air conditioner design, although air conditioners have condensate detection devices to regulate the operating cycle of the water pump motor, adding condensate detection devices undoubtedly increases the design cost of the air conditioner.

[0004] Searching revealed that some solutions use atomizers to replace water pump motors. However, when the water level in the atomizer box is low during operation, the atomizer will produce a large amount of smoke / water vapor when pumping water. This is mostly due to the atomizer being unloaded. Atomizers in this state are unlikely to pass quality inspection and pose a certain risk when used in air conditioners. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In order to at least solve one of the technical problems mentioned in the background art, the present invention provides a condensate treatment method and apparatus that improves the safety of equipment use while saving energy.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, as a first aspect of this application, a method for treating condensate based on an atomizing component is provided, wherein the atomizing component includes an atomizer and an atomizing box, the atomizing box being used to contain water, and the atomizer being disposed inside the atomizing box;

[0007] The condensate treatment method includes the following steps:

[0008] S1, initializes the atomizer's operating parameters;

[0009] S3, the atomizer is started and the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer is set, and when the atomizer is in working state, the current value of the current on the atomizer is detected;

[0010] S4, determine whether the current value of the current on the atomizer exceeds the first preset value;

[0011] If so, proceed to step S41;

[0012] Conversely, proceed to step S42;

[0013] S41, control the atomizer to stop working, and delay for a set time to start the atomizer;

[0014] S42, control the atomizer to operate at the target current to match the frequency;

[0015] S5, the second check to determine whether the atomizer needs to operate;

[0016] If so, return to step S3;

[0017] Otherwise, return to step S1;

[0018] The step between step S1 and step S3 also includes step S2, which is as follows:

[0019] Based on the start / stop of the air conditioner compressor, determine for the first time whether the atomizer needs to operate;

[0020] If so, proceed to step S3;

[0021] Conversely, repeat step S2.

[0022] In step S3, the atomizer is activated and its frequency tracking slope is set. While the atomizer is in operation, the current value of the current on the atomizer is detected, specifically including:

[0023] The atomizer is now operational;

[0024] Input the initialized pulse signal into the atomizer, and set the frequency tracking duty cycle of the atomizer that matches the input pulse signal according to the input pulse signal;

[0025] Set the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and the atomizer operates at the set frequency tracking slope while simultaneously detecting the current value on the atomizer.

[0026] Furthermore, in step S5, the second determination of whether the atomizer needs to operate specifically includes:

[0027] Determine whether the current value on the atomizer exceeds the second preset value, and whether the second preset value is greater than the first preset value.

[0028] As a second aspect of this application, a condensate treatment device based on an atomizing component is provided, which is applied to an air conditioner, the air conditioner including an atomizing component; the atomizing component includes an atomizing box and an atomizer disposed in the atomizing box;

[0029] The condensate treatment device includes:

[0030] The first control unit 501 is used to initialize the operating parameters of the atomizer;

[0031] The second control unit 502 is used to enable the atomizer to run and set the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and to detect the current value of the current on the atomizer when the atomizer is in operation.

[0032] The first judgment unit 503 is used to determine whether the current value of the current on the atomizer exceeds the first preset value;

[0033] The third control unit 504 is used to control the atomizer to stop working and start the atomizer after a set delay when the result of the first judgment unit is yes, and when there is no condensate in the atomizing box; otherwise, when there is condensate in the atomizing box, control the atomizer to follow the frequency to operate at the target current.

[0034] The third judgment unit 505 is used for a second judgment on whether the atomizer needs to be operated.

[0035] The fourth control unit 506 is used to return to execute the work requirements in the second control unit when the result of the third judgment unit is yes; otherwise, it returns to execute the work requirements in the first control unit.

[0036] The second judgment unit 507 is used to determine whether the atomizer needs to be operated based on the start / stop of the air conditioner compressor.

[0037] The fifth control unit 508 is used to execute the work requirements in the second control unit when the result of the second judgment unit is yes; otherwise, it returns to repeatedly execute the work requirements in the second judgment unit.

[0038] The second control unit 502 includes:

[0039] The second control module is used to control the atomizer to start and operate;

[0040] The first setting module is used to input an initialized pulse signal into the atomizer and set the frequency tracking duty cycle of the atomizer that matches the input pulse signal according to the input pulse signal.

[0041] The second setting module sets the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and the atomizer operates at the set frequency tracking slope while simultaneously detecting the current value on the atomizer.

[0042] Furthermore, the third determination unit 505 includes:

[0043] The third judgment module is used to determine whether the current value on the atomizer exceeds the second preset value.

[0044] As a third aspect of this application, an air conditioner includes:

[0045] Such as the condensate treatment device based on the atomizing component mentioned above.

[0046] To better understand and implement this invention, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0047] Figure 1 This is a schematic flowchart of a condensate treatment method according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0048] Figure 2 This is a schematic flowchart of a condensate water treatment method according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0049] Figure 3 This is a schematic flowchart of step S3 in a condensate treatment method according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0050] Figure 4 This is a schematic block diagram of the condensate treatment device in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0051] Figure 5 This is a schematic block diagram of an air conditioner in an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0052] To better illustrate the present invention, the invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0053] It should be understood that the described embodiments are merely some, not all, of the embodiments of this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the embodiments of this application.

[0054] The terminology used in the embodiments of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the embodiments of this application. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in the embodiments of this application and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0055] In the following description, when referring to the accompanying drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this application. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this application as detailed in the appended claims. In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., are used only to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence, nor should they be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0056] Furthermore, in the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more. "And / or" describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A alone, A and B simultaneously, or B alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.

[0057] After an air conditioner has been used for a long time, a lot of water will condense on the evaporator. The traditional solution is to use a water pump motor to pump the water to the condenser. Once the compressor is turned on, the water pump motor will be running continuously.

[0058] The solution of using a water pump motor to handle condensate has the drawback of not having a water detection function itself, as the water pump motor works along with the compressor and cannot actually detect the presence of condensate. This results in the water pump motor working without load, causing energy waste. In actual air conditioner design, there is a condensate detection device to regulate the operating cycle of the water pump motor. However, adding a condensate detection device undoubtedly increases the design cost of the air conditioner.

[0059] Searching revealed that some solutions use atomizers to replace water pump motors. However, when the water level in the atomizer box is low during operation, the atomizer will produce a large amount of smoke / water vapor when pumping water. This is mostly due to the atomizer being unloaded. Atomizers in this state are unlikely to pass quality inspection and pose a certain risk when used in air conditioners.

[0060] Therefore, the technical problem that this application actually solves is how to replace the water pump motor in an air conditioner to achieve automatic treatment of condensate and ensure safety in use.

[0061] To achieve the above objectives, as a first aspect of this application, such as Figure 1 As shown, a condensate treatment method based on an atomizing component is disclosed. The atomizing component includes an atomizer and an atomizing box, the atomizing box being used to hold water, and the atomizer being disposed inside the atomizing box.

[0062] The condensate treatment method includes the following steps:

[0063] S1, initializes the atomizer's operating parameters;

[0064] In this application, the operating parameters of the atomizer include the operating current, operating voltage, and rated operating power of the atomizer. Initializing the operating parameters of the atomizer enables the atomizer to start normally, thereby reducing the initial failure rate.

[0065] S3, the atomizer is started and the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer is set, and when the atomizer is in working state, the current value of the current on the atomizer is detected;

[0066] After initializing the atomizer's operating parameters, since the atomizer itself has an optimal operating frequency, the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer is set, that is, the operating frequency of the atomizer increases at a certain slope so that the atomizer can eventually reach the optimal operating frequency. At the same time, the current value of the current on the atomizer is detected to monitor the current current status of the atomizer.

[0067] S4, determine whether the current value of the current on the atomizer exceeds the first preset value;

[0068] S41, if there is no condensate in the atomizing box, control the atomizer to stop working and start the atomizer after a set delay;

[0069] S42, Conversely, if there is condensation in the atomizing box, the atomizer is controlled to operate at the target current to match the frequency.

[0070] It should be noted that the embodiment of the present invention adopts the frequency tracking control principle in the atomizer. The atomizer operates at the optimal operating frequency, which is the operating current of the atomizer in a water-containing working environment. In this embodiment, the operating current is less than the set current value. According to the working characteristics of the atomizer, when the atomizer is working in a waterless environment, the operating current of the atomizer will continue to rise to exceed the artificially preset current value, thereby achieving the purpose of flexibly controlling the start and stop of the atomizer.

[0071] In step S4, if the current value of the atomizer is A, the first preset value is set to B.

[0072] When A>B, there is no condensate in the atomizing box, so the atomizer stops working and restarts after a set delay. This also indicates that the atomizer has not accumulated a certain amount of water in the atomizing box. If the atomizer were to work under these conditions, it would malfunction and could easily lead to safety issues.

[0073] In addition, the first preset value is manually set and detected by the current sampling and detection unit on the main control chip. The judgment is based on the magnitude of the sampled current and the starting operating current of the atomizer. Specifically, the first preset value is B. As the water in the atomizing box is consumed, the detected current will gradually increase until B>A, thus determining whether there is condensation in the atomizing box. At this time, the operating current of the atomizing plate rises from A to C, where C is the optimal operating current of the atomizing plate, and the vibration of the atomizing plate is consistent with the frequency of the atomizing plate's frequency tracking operation.

[0074] It should be noted that the embodiment of the present invention adopts the frequency tracking control principle in the atomizer. The atomizer operates at the optimal operating frequency, which is the operating current of the atomizer in a water-containing working environment. In this embodiment, the operating current is less than the set current value. According to the working characteristics of the atomizer, when the atomizer is working in a waterless environment, the operating current of the atomizer will continue to rise to exceed the artificially preset current value, thereby achieving the purpose of flexibly controlling the start and stop of the atomizer.

[0075] S5, the second check to determine whether the atomizer needs to operate;

[0076] First, during this process, there is water in the atomizing box, and the atomizer is in a continuous working state. Once the water in the atomizing box is consumed, if the atomizer continues to operate in the atomizing box with a small amount of water, it is easy to generate water vapor, which manifests as the air conditioner "smoking," leading to safety issues.

[0077] Therefore, as mentioned above, the operating current of the atomizing plate rises to C at this time. The aforementioned judgment logic can no longer determine whether the atomizing plate needs to continue working. Therefore, adding a new judgment condition can ensure that the atomizing plate operates under no-load when there is no water in the atomizing box, thereby ensuring safety.

[0078] If the current judgment condition is met, return to step S3, enable the atomizer and set the atomizer's frequency tracking slope, and detect the current value of the current on the atomizer when the atomizer is in operation.

[0079] Conversely, return to step S1 to initialize the atomizer's operating parameters.

[0080] Meanwhile, the return action allows for convenient recording and viewing, enabling flexible handling of the atomizer's startup scheme. Furthermore, by recording the atomizer's operating parameters, the system can obtain the atomizer's working status within each set time interval. By using the operating parameters corresponding to the atomizer's previous working status to set the atomizer's startup parameters, the atomizer can quickly enter the optimal operating parameters, thereby improving the efficiency of condensate treatment and enhancing the user experience.

[0081] This invention provides a condensate treatment method based on an atomizing component. The atomizing component in the air conditioner includes an atomizer and an atomizing box. The atomizing box is used to hold water, and the atomizer is placed inside the atomizing box. The atomizer directly treats the condensate in the atomizing box, replacing the water pump motor and effectively saving costs. The condensate treatment method includes: initializing the operating parameters of the atomizer; starting the atomizer and setting the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and when the atomizer is in operation, detecting the current value on the atomizer; determining whether the current value on the atomizer exceeds a first preset value; if so, there is no condensate in the atomizing box, controlling the atomizer to stop working and restarting the atomizer after a set delay; otherwise, there is condensate in the atomizing box, controlling the atomizer to track the frequency to operate at a target current; thereby realizing a second determination of whether the atomizer needs to operate using the atomizer; by adding a second determination of whether the atomizer needs to operate, and by adding judgment conditions, flexible control of the atomizer's start and stop can be achieved, thereby increasing the safety of use.

[0082] In this embodiment, as Figure 2 As shown, step S2 is further included between step S1 and step S3, specifically as follows:

[0083] Based on the start / stop of the air conditioner compressor, determine for the first time whether the atomizer needs to operate;

[0084] If so, proceed to step S3;

[0085] Conversely, repeat step S2.

[0086] Specifically, the start / stop of the air conditioning compressor serves as a prerequisite for whether the atomizer needs to operate, thus avoiding the atomizer running unloaded and achieving energy saving.

[0087] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 As shown, in step S3, the atomizer is activated and its frequency tracking slope is set. While the atomizer is in operation, the current value of the current on the atomizer is detected, specifically including:

[0088] The atomizer is now operational;

[0089] Input the initialized pulse signal into the atomizer, and set the frequency tracking duty cycle of the atomizer that matches the input pulse signal according to the input pulse signal;

[0090] Set the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and the atomizer operates at the set frequency tracking slope while simultaneously detecting the current value on the atomizer.

[0091] In this process, a pulse signal is input to the atomizer. Through the conversion of the field-effect transistor, the atomizer operates according to the pulse signal with the same duty cycle as the pulse signal. By adjusting the frequency, the atomizer operates with the same pulse waveform as the input pulse signal. At this time, the duty cycle of the atomizer is consistent with the input pulse signal, and the frequency is the same as the vibration frequency of the atomizer, so that the atomizer operates optimally under the premise of setting the power.

[0092] In this embodiment, in step S5, the second determination of whether the atomizer needs to operate specifically includes: determining whether the current value of the current on the atomizer exceeds a second preset value.

[0093] As mentioned above, the operating current of the atomizing plate rises to C at this point, and the aforementioned judgment logic can no longer determine whether the atomizing plate needs to continue working. Based on the working principle of the atomizing plate, the current D of the atomizing plate during no-load operation is greater than its optimal operating current C. Due to the decrease in water in the atomizing box, the transition from the optimal operating current C to the no-load current D is gradual. Based on this principle, a second preset value is set to E, and the value of E is set between C and D. When the current operating current of the atomizing plate exceeds E, the atomizing plate directly stops working, thereby preventing insufficient water in the atomizing box from causing problems such as mist / smoke / water vapor.

[0094] As a second aspect of this application, a condensate treatment device based on an atomizing component is provided, which is applied to an air conditioner, the air conditioner including an atomizing component; the atomizing component includes an atomizing box and an atomizer disposed in the atomizing box;

[0095] The condensate treatment device includes:

[0096] The first control unit is used to initialize the atomizer's operating parameters;

[0097] The second control unit is used to enable the atomizer and set the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and to detect the current value of the current on the atomizer when the atomizer is in operation.

[0098] The first judgment unit is used to determine whether the current value of the current on the atomizer exceeds the first preset value;

[0099] The third control unit is used to control the atomizer to stop working and start the atomizer after a set delay when the result of the first judgment unit is yes, and when there is no condensate in the atomizing box; otherwise, when there is condensate in the atomizing box, control the atomizer to follow the frequency to operate at the target current.

[0100] The third judgment unit is used for a second judgment on whether the atomizer needs to be operated.

[0101] The fourth control unit is used to return to execute the work requirements in the second control unit when the result of the third judgment unit is yes; otherwise, it returns to execute the work requirements in the first control unit.

[0102] Furthermore, the condensate treatment device also includes:

[0103] The second judgment unit is used to determine whether the atomizer needs to be operated based on the start / stop of the air conditioner compressor.

[0104] The fifth control unit is used to execute the work requirements in the second control unit when the result of the second judgment unit is yes; otherwise, it returns to repeatedly execute the work requirements in the second judgment unit.

[0105] Furthermore, the second control unit includes:

[0106] The second control module is used to control the atomizer to start and operate;

[0107] The first setting module is used to input an initialized pulse signal into the atomizer and set the frequency tracking duty cycle of the atomizer that matches the input pulse signal according to the input pulse signal.

[0108] The second setting module sets the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and the atomizer operates at the set frequency tracking slope while simultaneously detecting the current value on the atomizer.

[0109] Furthermore, the third determination unit includes:

[0110] The third judgment module is used to determine whether the current value on the atomizer exceeds the second preset value.

[0111] As a third aspect of this embodiment, an air conditioner 40 is also provided, such as Figure 5 As shown, it includes a condensate treatment device 30 based on an atomizing component as described above. Since the air conditioner 40 uses the condensate treatment device 30, the air conditioner has all the beneficial effects of the condensate treatment device.

[0112] Based on the disclosure and teachings of the foregoing specification, those skilled in the art can make changes and modifications to the above embodiments. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed and described above, and some modifications and changes to the present invention should also fall within the protection scope of the claims of the present invention. Furthermore, although some specific terms are used in this specification, these terms are only for convenience of explanation and do not constitute any limitation on the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for treating condensate based on an atomizing component, characterized in that: The atomizing assembly includes an atomizer and an atomizing box, the atomizing box being used to hold water, and the atomizer being disposed inside the atomizing box; The condensate treatment method includes the following steps: S1, initializes the atomizer's operating parameters; S2, based on the start / stop of the air conditioner compressor, first determine whether the atomizer needs to operate; If so, proceed to step S3; Conversely, repeat step S2; S3, the atomizer is started and the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer is set, and when the atomizer is in working state, the current value of the current on the atomizer is detected; S4, determine whether the current value of the current on the atomizer exceeds the first preset value; If so, proceed to step S41; Conversely, proceed to step S42; S41, control the atomizer to stop working, and delay for a set time to start the atomizer; S42, control the atomizer to operate at the target current to match the frequency; S5, after step S42, a second determination is made as to whether the atomizer needs to operate; If so, return to step S3; Otherwise, return to step S1; In step S3, the atomizer is activated and its frequency tracking slope is set. While the atomizer is in operation, the current value of the current on the atomizer is detected, specifically including: The atomizer is now operational; Input the initialized pulse signal into the atomizer, and set the frequency tracking duty cycle of the atomizer that matches the input pulse signal according to the input pulse signal; Set the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and the atomizer operates at the set frequency tracking slope while simultaneously detecting the current value on the atomizer.

2. The condensate treatment method according to claim 1, characterized in that: In step S5, the second determination of whether the atomizer needs to operate specifically includes: Determine whether the current value on the atomizer exceeds the second preset value, and whether the second preset value is greater than the first preset value.

3. A condensate treatment device based on an atomizing component, applied to an air conditioner, characterized in that: The air conditioner includes an atomizing component; The atomizing assembly includes an atomizing box and an atomizer disposed in the atomizing box; The condensate treatment device includes: The first control unit is used to initialize the atomizer's operating parameters; The second control unit is used to enable the atomizer and set the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and to detect the current value of the current on the atomizer when the atomizer is in operation. The first judgment unit is used to determine whether the current value of the current on the atomizer exceeds the first preset value; The third control unit is used to control the atomizer to stop working and start the atomizer after a set delay when the result of the first judgment unit is yes, and when there is no condensate in the atomizing box; otherwise, if there is condensate in the atomizing box, control the atomizer to run at the target current. The third judgment unit is used for a second judgment on whether the atomizer needs to be operated. The fourth control unit is used to return to execute the work requirements in the second control unit when the result of the third judgment unit is yes; otherwise, it returns to execute the work requirements in the first control unit. The second judgment unit is used to determine whether the atomizer needs to be operated based on the start / stop of the air conditioner compressor. The fifth control unit is used to execute the work requirements in the second control unit when the result of the second judgment unit is yes; otherwise, it returns to repeatedly execute the work requirements in the second judgment unit. The second control unit includes: The second control module is used to control the atomizer to start and operate; The first setting module is used to input an initialized pulse signal into the atomizer and set the frequency tracking duty cycle of the atomizer that matches the input pulse signal according to the input pulse signal. The second setting module sets the frequency tracking slope of the atomizer, and the atomizer operates at the set frequency tracking slope while simultaneously detecting the current value on the atomizer.

4. The condensate treatment device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The third judgment unit includes: The third judgment module is used to determine whether the current value on the atomizer exceeds the second preset value.

5. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The condensate treatment device based on the atomizing component as described in any one of claims 3 to 4.

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