Temperature control devices and air-conditioned clothing

Abstract

This invention discloses a temperature regulating device and an air-conditioned garment. The temperature regulating device includes an energy storage body and a fan assembly. The energy storage body has an installation cavity, a ventilation slot, an air inlet, and an air outlet. The ventilation slot is located circumferentially around the installation cavity and connects the installation cavity and the air outlet. The installation cavity is connected to the air inlet. The fan assembly is located in the installation cavity and operates to blow air from the air inlet through the ventilation slot to the air outlet. In this embodiment of the temperature regulating device, the energy storage body itself can generate heat or generate cold. When the fan assembly operates, air is introduced into the installation cavity from the air inlet. The airflow then carries away the heat or cold generated by the energy storage body through the ventilation slot, and air of a certain temperature is blown out from the circumferentially located air outlet, preventing the accumulation of heat or cold in the energy storage body and improving the temperature regulating performance of the temperature regulating device on the heat exchanger. The entire device has a compact structure, requires no compressor, has low manufacturing cost, and is easy to use.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of air handling equipment technology, specifically a temperature regulation device and air-conditioned clothing. Background Technology

[0002] When temperatures are harsh and people are forced to spend time outdoors, the scorching sun makes the body feel unbearably hot and stuffy, while howling winds cause shivering. Prolonged exposure to these extreme temperatures can easily lead to muscle spasms and other physiological problems such as sluggishness. To improve comfort during outdoor activities, products such as cooling clothing have been developed.

[0003] In related technologies, fan-cooled clothing used for heat dissipation typically incorporates multiple small fans to accelerate the evaporation of sweat from the body surface, thereby making the body feel comfortable in hot and stuffy conditions. However, fan-cooled clothing is more effective when the ambient temperature is not high; once the ambient temperature is extremely high and the temperature difference between the body and the environment is small, even high-powered fan operation is not very effective in improving the comfort of the body.

[0004] There are also cooling vests designed for heat dissipation. These vests have multiple inner pockets where ice packs are placed. The ice packs absorb heat generated by the body through contact with the skin, thus providing cooling. However, prolonged contact of the ice packs with the body can cause some areas to cool too quickly, while other parts of the body cannot cool effectively. This results in uneven cooling and inconsistent heat distribution. With prolonged use of cooling packs, the temperature of some areas on the body becomes excessively low, creating a large temperature difference between the ice pack and the skin, making it unbearable and providing a poor cooling experience.

[0005] There are also air-conditioned clothing for heat dissipation, which mainly uses a compressor to cool or heat, and then exchanges the cold or heat energy with the human body surface through corresponding heat exchange equipment and pipelines. However, the compressor and other equipment occupy a large volume, have high cost, consume a lot of electricity, and have a complex structure. When used, they often exacerbate the problem of further deterioration of the ambient temperature while exchanging heat for the user's body, which is not conducive to energy conservation. Summary of the Invention

[0006] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a temperature regulating device that has good environmental adaptability, can achieve uniform cooling, provides good user comfort, and is compact in size, thus solving the technical problems of existing technologies such as significant impact from ambient temperature, uneven heat exchange, poor user comfort, and large installation space requirements.

[0007] The present invention also aims to provide an air-conditioned garment having the above-mentioned temperature regulating device.

[0008] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a temperature regulating device includes: an energy storage body, wherein the energy storage body is provided with an installation cavity, a ventilation slot, an air inlet, and an air outlet, the ventilation slot is disposed around the circumference of the installation cavity, the ventilation slot connects the installation cavity and the air outlet, and the installation cavity connects to the air inlet; and a fan assembly, wherein the fan assembly is disposed in the installation cavity, and the fan assembly operates to blow air from the air inlet through the ventilation slot to the air outlet.

[0009] According to an embodiment of the temperature regulating device of the present invention, the energy storage body itself can generate heat by heating or generate cold by cooling. When the fan assembly is working, air can be introduced into the mounting cavity from the air inlet, and then the airflow carries away the heat or cold generated by the energy storage body through the ventilation slot, and blown outward from the circumferentially arranged air outlet, so that air with a certain temperature can be continuously blown outward, preventing the accumulation of heat or cold in the energy storage body and improving the temperature regulating performance of the temperature regulating device on the heat exchanger. The temperature regulating device has a compact structure, does not require components such as a compressor, has simple components, low manufacturing cost, can be used for heating or cooling in specific environments, and is easy to use.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the temperature regulating device of the present invention, the fan assembly is a backward centrifugal fan assembly, the air inlet is located in the axial direction of the energy storage body, and the air outlet is located in the circumferential direction of the energy storage body.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, in a temperature regulating device, a plurality of the ventilation slots are arranged at intervals on the energy storage body.

[0012] Advantageously, the cross-sectional area of ​​the ventilation slot gradually increases from the direction of the mounting cavity to the direction of the air outlet.

[0013] Optionally, the ventilation slot extends radially along the energy storage body, and / or the ventilation slot extends at an angle to the radial direction of the energy storage body.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the temperature regulating device contains a heat-absorbing cold storage medium; or the energy storage body contains a heat-releasing heat storage medium.

[0015] Advantageously, the energy storage body at least constitutes a heat-conducting element in the portion of the ventilation slot wall.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the temperature regulating device further includes a mounting base connected to the side of the energy storage body away from the air inlet.

[0017] Advantageously, the mounting base is a heat-insulating component, and the mounting base is positioned away from the air outlet.

[0018] Optionally, the mounting base is provided with a quick-release fitting for attaching to clothing.

[0019] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the temperature regulating device further includes a power supply device connected to the fan assembly.

[0020] An air-conditioned garment according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a garment having an interface; a temperature regulating device as described in the foregoing examples, at least one of the temperature regulating devices being connected to the garment, and an air outlet communicating with the interface.

[0021] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an air-conditioned garment incorporates a temperature regulating device within the clothing. Air of a certain temperature blown from the air outlet is introduced into the garment through an interface. When the garment is worn, the warm air not only accelerates the flow of moisture on the body surface, thus speeding up the uniformization of temperature across the body, but also exchanges heat or cold carried within the garment with the heat on the body surface, enhancing comfort. The garment operates regardless of ambient temperature, achieving relatively uniform temperature regulation of the body surface.

[0022] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the air-conditioned clothing has an inner lining surface close to the human body and a ventilated surface communicating with the outside air. The temperature regulating device is a temperature regulating device with the aforementioned mounting base as a heat-insulating component. The mounting base is arranged close to the inner lining surface, and the air inlet is arranged facing the ventilated surface.

[0023] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will become apparent from the description which follows, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0024] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a temperature regulating device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0026] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of a temperature regulating device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 3 This is a top view of a temperature regulating device according to some embodiments of the present invention, wherein the direction of the arrows represents the air outlet direction.

[0028] Figure 4 This is a side view of a temperature regulating device according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A cross-sectional view along line AA, where the arrow indicates the direction of airflow.

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air-conditioned garment according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a human-worn air-conditioning garment according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0032] Figure label:

[0033] 1000, Air-conditioned clothing;

[0034] 100. Temperature control device;

[0035] 110. Energy storage body; 111. Air inlet; 112. Mounting cavity; 113. Ventilation slot; 114. Air outlet;

[0036] 115. Medium-filled cavity;

[0037] 120. Fan assembly; 121. Fan blades; 122. Motor;

[0038] 130. Mounting bracket;

[0039] 200. Clothing; 210. Lining;

[0040] 2000, Human body. Detailed Implementation

[0041] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0042] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0043] The temperature regulating device 100 of the present invention is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It can adapt to different external ambient temperatures and working environments, has strong heat exchange regulation performance, and is compact, simple and easy to use.

[0044] A temperature regulating device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, it includes: an energy storage body 110 and a fan assembly 120. The energy storage body 110 can be a component made of phase change material, or it can be a component containing a heat exchange medium that can absorb or dissipate heat. There are no specific restrictions here, and it can be flexibly selected and designed according to the actual situation.

[0045] Among them, such as Figure 1 As shown, the energy storage body 110 is provided with an air inlet 111 for air intake, an installation cavity 112, a ventilation slot 113 for air passage and guidance, and an air outlet 114 for air exhaust. Figure 4 As shown, the ventilation slot 113 is provided in the circumference of the mounting cavity 112. The ventilation slot 113 connects the mounting cavity 112 and the air outlet 114. The mounting cavity 112 is connected to the air inlet 111.

[0046] Furthermore, combined Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the fan assembly 120 is located in the mounting cavity 112, which provides reliable support and sufficient installation space for the fan assembly 120, enabling the fan assembly 120 to rotate stably.

[0047] When the fan assembly 120 is running, the air in the air inlet 111 is introduced into the mounting cavity 112 and blown out to the air outlet 114 through the ventilation slot 113.

[0048] As can be seen from the above structure, the temperature regulating device 100 of the present invention has an energy storage body 110 that can generate heat by heating or generate cold by cooling, thereby forming a temperature difference with the surrounding heat exchange body, and thus enabling a certain degree of heat exchange.

[0049] When the fan assembly 120 is working, air can be introduced into the mounting cavity 112 from the air inlet 111. The new air flowing through the ventilation slot 113 mixes with the original air in the ventilation slot 113 that has undergone heat exchange with the energy storage body 110, forming a mixed air with a certain temperature that is blown out from the air outlet 114.

[0050] Alternatively, the air flowing through the ventilation slot 113 at a certain wind speed is effectively heated or cooled by the energy storage body 110, forming air with a certain temperature, and then blown outward from the circumferentially arranged air outlet 114. This allows the air generated by the entire temperature regulating device 100 to be blown outward evenly, and the cold or heat generated by the energy storage body 110 will not accumulate in one place. The cold or heat generated by the energy storage body 110 is effectively transferred to multiple areas of the heat exchange body, realizing rapid heat exchange over a large area of ​​the heat exchange body and improving the temperature regulation performance of the temperature regulating device 100 to the external environment.

[0051] In this invention, by controlling the rotational speed of the fan assembly 120, the rate at which the air is blown out of the ventilation slot 113 can be controlled, thereby controlling the heat exchange rate between the air and the energy storage body 110, and thus adjusting the amount of hot air and cold air supplied by the temperature regulating device 100.

[0052] It is understandable that, compared to the fan-operated clothing in the prior art that relies on fan blowing for heat dissipation, since the energy storage body 110 of the present invention is itself a heat dissipation or heat absorption component, the temperature regulation device 100 is not affected by the ambient temperature and can work stably, and has strong adaptability to the environment during operation.

[0053] Compared to existing cold-storage vests that rely on ice packs filled in inner pockets for cooling, the temperature regulation device 100 of the present invention can quickly carry the cold or heat generated by the energy storage body 110 to more areas, and the cold or heat will not accumulate in one place. Therefore, it can reduce the discomfort caused by excessive temperature difference between the energy storage body 110 and the heat exchange body, and can also achieve more uniform, rapid and large-area heat exchange of the heat exchange body.

[0054] Compared to clothing in the prior art that relies on compressors for refrigeration, heat exchange equipment, and pipelines to transfer cold or heat, the temperature regulating device 100 of the present invention has a simple structure and a compact overall structure. It does not require the installation of compressors or other components, has simple components, low manufacturing costs, and can be used to heat or cool specific environments. It is also convenient to use.

[0055] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 As shown, the fan assembly 120 is a backward centrifugal fan assembly. The backward centrifugal fan assembly has low wind power loss, low noise, low energy consumption, and is easy to install. It can achieve large air volume axial air intake and all-around air exhaust.

[0056] Correspondingly, such as Figure 2 As shown, the air inlet 111 is located in the axial direction of the energy storage body 110, and the air outlet 114 is located in the circumferential direction of the energy storage body 110. Under the action of the backward centrifugal fan assembly, the air in the axial air inlet 111 can be quickly drawn into the mounting cavity 112. After the action of the backward centrifugal fan assembly, it can be further reversed and blown out from the circumferential air outlet 114, thereby ensuring that the heat or cold generated by the energy storage body 110 can be quickly carried away by the backward centrifugal fan assembly, preventing the heat or cold from accumulating in one place.

[0057] Optionally, such as Figure 2 As shown, the fan assembly 120 includes a fan blade 121 and a motor 122. The motor 122 can drive the fan blade 121 to rotate, so that the fan blade 121 draws air from the air inlet 111 and blows the air out from the ventilation slot 113.

[0058] Advantageously, the opening area of ​​the air inlet 111 located in the axial direction can account for 60% to 80% of the axial end face of the energy storage body 110, thereby enabling the backward centrifugal fan assembly to have a large air intake volume, and also ensuring that the energy storage body 110 is not affected by the setting of the air inlet 111.

[0059] Advantageously, multiple air outlets 114 are provided in the circumferential direction. Multiple air outlets 114 can greatly increase the air volume of the backward centrifugal fan assembly, so that the air blown by the backward centrifugal fan assembly can be blown to the outside of the energy storage body 110 from the air outlets 114 in different directions, thereby improving the heat exchange efficiency of the temperature regulation device 100.

[0060] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 5 As shown, multiple ventilation slots 113 are arranged at intervals on the energy storage body 110. That is to say, the ventilation slots 113 are not connected to each other, but independently guide and induce air, which is conducive to the smooth outward blowing of the air blown out by the fan assembly 120 along the ventilation slots 113, reducing the resistance of the air outlet.

[0061] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0062] Optionally, multiple ventilation slots 113 are evenly spaced around the center line of the mounting cavity 112, and each ventilation slot 113 has the same shape and size. At the same time, the air outlets 114 connected to the ventilation slots 113 also have the same shape and size. This ensures that when the temperature regulating device 100 sends air outward, the temperature of the air outlet is uniform, the air volume is uniform, and the air delivery effect is good, thereby improving the heat exchange performance of the temperature regulating device 100 for the heat exchanger.

[0063] Advantageously, such as Figure 5 As shown, the cross-section of the ventilation slot 113 gradually increases from the direction of the mounting cavity 112 to the direction of the air outlet 114, thereby making the air volume blown out by the fan assembly 120 large and the air more mixed. The heat exchange area between the air blown out from the air outlet 114 and the heat exchange body is larger, thus improving the heat exchange effect.

[0064] Optionally, the ventilation slot 113 extends radially along the energy storage body 110, so that the air blown out by the fan assembly 120 in the mounting cavity 112 can be quickly discharged along the radially extending ventilation slot 113, resulting in smooth, rapid air discharge with low wind resistance.

[0065] Optionally, the ventilation slot 113 extends at an angle to the radial direction of the energy storage body 110. In this case, the air passage of the ventilation slot 113 is longer, which makes the heat exchange surface between the flow channel wall of the ventilation slot 113 and the energy storage body 110 larger, thereby increasing the heat exchange area between the air and the energy storage body 110 when the air is discharged and increasing the heat exchange efficiency.

[0066] In some specific examples, the angle between the extension direction of the ventilation slot 113 and the radial direction of the energy storage body 110 changes continuously. Multiple ventilation slots 113 radiate outward from the center line of the mounting cavity 112, which is conducive to the efficient outward blowing of the air in the mounting cavity 112 from each ventilation slot 113.

[0067] In some embodiments of the present invention, the energy storage body 110 is filled with a heat-absorbing cold storage medium, such as ice, ice crystals, an ice-water mixture, or ethylene glycol at a low temperature. These cold storage media have a certain amount of cooling capacity. The temperature of the heat exchange body is higher than the temperature of these cold storage media, so there is a temperature difference between the energy storage body 110 and the heat exchange body. After the air in the ventilation slot 113 exchanges heat with the energy storage body 110 and is blown outward, its temperature is also lower than that of the heat exchange body. Therefore, the air at a temperature lower than that of the heat exchange body can cool or dissipate heat from the heat exchange body.

[0068] Optionally, the energy storage body 110 is filled with a heat storage medium that can release heat, such as water, salt solution or ethylene glycol at a certain temperature. The temperature of the heat exchange body is lower than the temperature of these heat storage media, so there is a temperature difference between the energy storage body 110 and the heat exchange body. After the air in the ventilation slot 113 exchanges heat with the energy storage body 110, it is blown outward and its temperature is also higher than that of the heat exchange body. So the air with a temperature higher than that of the heat exchange body can make the heat exchange body heat up or warm up.

[0069] In the above examples, either the cold storage medium or the heat storage medium can be regarded as the heat exchange medium.

[0070] In some specific examples, such as Figure 5 As shown, the energy storage body 110 also has a medium filling cavity 115. The medium filling cavity 115 is not connected to the mounting cavity 112, nor is it connected to the ventilation slot 113. The first cavity wall of the medium filling cavity 115 and the slot wall of the ventilation slot 113 can be shared. The second cavity wall of the medium filling cavity 115 facing the mounting cavity 112 constitutes the cavity wall of the mounting cavity 112. The medium filling cavity 115 can be easily filled with the required heat exchange medium as needed, thereby enabling the temperature regulating device 100 to have different heat exchange performances.

[0071] Meanwhile, the energy storage body 110 is provided with an injection port and a sealing component. The injection port is connected to the medium filling cavity 115, and the sealing component can seal the injection port, thereby facilitating the injection of the required heat exchange medium into the medium filling cavity 115. This allows users to replace or replenish the heat exchange medium as needed during subsequent use, thereby changing the heat exchange performance of the temperature regulating device 100.

[0072] In other examples, the heat exchange medium can be directly filled into the medium filling cavity 115 to form a sealed energy storage body 110 without replacing the heat exchange medium. This makes the overall integrity and sealing of the energy storage body 110 stronger, less prone to leakage, and safer to use.

[0073] Advantageously, in order to improve the temperature uniformity of the air outlet of each ventilation slot 113, the heat exchange medium in the medium filling cavity 115 can flow and exchange heat with each ventilation slot 113, effectively improving the heat exchange uniformity of the temperature regulating device 100, thereby ensuring the consistency of the air outlet temperature of the air outlet 114.

[0074] Advantageously, at least a portion of the wall of the ventilation slot 113 formed by the energy storage body 110 is a heat-conducting element. The heat-conducting element can greatly improve the heat transfer efficiency between the heat exchange medium in the energy storage body 110 and the air in the ventilation slot 113, so that the heat exchange medium and the air in the ventilation slot 113 can form a highly efficient heat transfer, ensuring that the air passing through the ventilation slot 113 can have a preset temperature. Then, after being blown out from the air outlet 114, the air with a certain temperature can form a uniform and effective heat exchange with the heat exchange body.

[0075] Optionally, the heat-conducting component can be made of metal, ceramic, or plastic, and the appropriate material can be selected according to the actual processing requirements.

[0076] Optionally, the portion of the energy storage body 110 that does not form the ventilation slot 113 can be a heat-conducting component or a heat-insulating component. The side of the energy storage body 110 facing the heat exchange body can be insulated, thereby effectively preventing the heat in the energy storage body 110 from directly exchanging with the heat exchange body, preventing the heat in the energy storage body 110 from being lost, preventing the local temperature of the heat exchange body from being too cold or too hot, and ensuring that the heat in the energy storage body 110 can exchange heat with the air in the ventilation slot 113 in a larger amount, and then blown out in the form of air at a certain temperature, thereby effectively improving the uniformity of heat exchange between the temperature regulating device 100 and the heat exchange body, and increasing the effective area for heat exchange with the heat exchange body.

[0077] In some embodiments of the present invention, such as Figure 2 and Figure 4 As shown, the temperature regulating device 100 also includes a mounting base 130, which is connected to the side of the energy storage body 110 away from the air inlet 111. In these examples, the mounting base 130 can serve as a base to further protect the energy storage body 110 and the fan assembly 120, and provide the necessary installation space and support for the installation of the fan assembly 120, making the relative positions of the energy storage body 110 and the fan assembly 120 more stable. It also allows the mounting base 130 to be further installed on the heat exchanger, making the entire temperature regulating device 100 a compact module.

[0078] Advantageously, since the mounting base 130 is a heat insulation component, the heat or cold energy of the energy storage body 110 located in the mounting base 130 will not be transferred to one side of the mounting base 130. When the mounting base 130 is assembled to the heat exchange body, the heat or cold energy of the energy storage body 110 will not directly exchange heat or cold energy with the heat exchange body, effectively preventing a large amount of heat or cold energy on the energy storage body 110 from being directly transferred to the heat exchange body, causing local overheating or undercooling of the heat exchange body. This ensures that the wind with a certain temperature blown out from the ventilation slot 113 forms an effective heat exchange with the heat exchange body, improving the uniformity and area of ​​heat exchange.

[0079] Furthermore, the mounting base 130 is positioned away from the air outlet 114 to prevent the mounting base 130 from interfering with the air outlet 114.

[0080] In a specific example, the mounting base 130 is formed as a hollow columnar body with one open end. The edge of the open side of the hollow columnar body is lower than the air outlet 114. The energy storage body 110 and the fan assembly 120 are both assembled in the hollow columnar body. This allows the mounting base 130 to effectively fix the energy storage body 110 and the fan assembly 120 while also preventing the mounting base 130 from affecting the air outlet 114. Furthermore, the mounting base 130 can partially cover the energy storage body 110, reducing heat loss from the energy storage body 110. A slot can be provided in the mounting base 130, and a snap-fit ​​can be provided on the energy storage body 110. The snap-fit ​​and the slot cooperate to form a stable assembly. Alternatively, the mounting base 130 can form an interference fit with the energy storage body 110, making it convenient to arrange the energy storage body 110 relative to the mounting base 130 and preventing it from shaking after assembly.

[0081] Optionally, the energy storage body 110 is formed as a cylindrical body. The axial sides of the mounting cavity 112 are respectively an air inlet 111 and a clearance opening. The cross-sectional dimension of the air inlet 111 on one side is smaller than the cross-sectional dimension of the fan assembly 120, and the cross-sectional dimension of the fan assembly 120 is smaller than the cross-sectional dimension of the clearance opening. The fan assembly 120 is mounted on the mounting base 130, and the fan assembly 120 and the mounting base 130 are then mounted together on the energy storage body 110. The fan assembly 120 extends into the mounting cavity 112 from the clearance opening, and the air inlet end of the fan assembly 120 faces the air inlet 111, and the air outlet end of the fan assembly 120 faces the ventilation slot 113, which makes the fan assembly 120 easy to assemble, the structural design of the energy storage body 110 is simpler, and it is also beneficial to reduce weight. When the fan assembly 120 and the mounting base 130 are assembled together onto the energy storage body 110, the fan assembly 120 will not come out from one side of the air inlet 111, but will be firmly fixed in the mounting cavity 112, and the fan assembly 120 can rotate stably.

[0082] Advantageously, the mounting base 130 is provided with a quick-release fitting for attachment to the garment 200. In these examples, the mounting base 130 facilitates direct contact with the garment 200 and establishes an assembly relationship. The quick-release fitting can be a magnetic element or magnet located between the mounting base 130 and the garment 200, or a matching snap-fit ​​slot, a matching fastener or slot, or a matching Velcro fastener, etc. No specific limitations are imposed; the appropriate option can be chosen based on the actual situation.

[0083] Optionally, the heat insulation component of the present invention can be a multi-layer structure with a vacuum cavity, thereby effectively isolating heat transfer and reducing the weight of the temperature regulating device 100.

[0084] Optionally, the heat insulation component of the present invention is a filler coated with a heat insulation film or filled with asbestos, fiber material and foam material.

[0085] Alternatively, the heat insulation component of the present invention can also be made of metal alloy material, which fully takes into account the excellent heat insulation coefficient, processability and manufacturing cost, and finally obtains the desired product.

[0086] In some embodiments of the present invention, the temperature regulating device 100 further includes a power supply device connected to the fan assembly 120, thereby enabling the fan assembly 120 to rotate continuously and stably. The power supply device can be a portable battery or a DC power supply.

[0087] In some specific examples, the portable battery described above may be disposed in the mounting base 130, so that the portable battery is close to the fan assembly 120 and provides the power required for the fan assembly 120 to rotate.

[0088] The following description of an embodiment of the air-conditioned clothing 1000 of the present invention is based on the accompanying drawings. The air-conditioned clothing 1000 can be used to heat a human body 2000, as well as to cool and dissipate heat from the human body 2000, thereby improving the comfort of the human body 2000. The air-conditioned clothing 1000 is easy to put on and take off, making it convenient to use.

[0089] An air-conditioned garment 1000 according to an embodiment of the present invention, such as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, it includes: clothing 200 and temperature regulating device 100 in the aforementioned examples. Temperature regulating device 100 has been described in detail in the aforementioned examples and will not be repeated here.

[0090] The garment 200 has an interface, which can be considered as an air vent or an installation location. At least one temperature control device 100 is connected to the garment 200, and the air outlet 114 is connected to the interface.

[0091] As can be seen from the above structure, in the air-conditioned garment 1000 of this embodiment of the invention, the temperature regulating device 100 is connected inside the garment 200, and the air outlet 114 is connected to the interface.

[0092] When the fan assembly 120 is running, the air flowing through the ventilation slot 113 exchanges heat fully with the energy storage body 110. The air with a certain temperature blown out from the air outlet 114 can be sent into the clothing 200 through the interface. When the human body 2000 is wearing the air-conditioned clothing 1000, the air with a certain temperature in the clothing 200 can not only accelerate the flow of water vapor on the surface of the human body 2000, thereby accelerating the uniformization of temperature in various parts of the body, but also exchange the heat or cold carried with the heat on the surface of the human body 2000, thereby lowering or raising the temperature of the human body 2000, and ultimately improving the human body 2000's physical comfort.

[0093] The air-conditioned garment 1000 of the present invention is not affected by the ambient temperature and can achieve relatively uniform temperature regulation on the surface of the human body 2000. It can not only regulate cooling and heat dissipation, but also regulate heating and warmth. It is widely used and comfortable to wear.

[0094] In some specific examples, such as Figure 6 As shown, the air-conditioned garment 1000 includes two temperature regulating devices 100, which are respectively spaced apart on the garment 200. This allows the area formed by the wind blown by the temperature regulating devices 100 onto the garment 200 to cover the temperature-sensitive parts of the human body 2000, such as the entire back of the human body 2000, thereby effectively improving the comfort of the human body 2000 in harsh temperature environments.

[0095] Optionally, such as Figure 7 As shown, the garment 200 has an inner lining surface 210 close to the human body 2000 and a ventilation surface that communicates with the outside air. The temperature regulating device 100 is an example of the temperature regulating device 100 in the aforementioned example where the mounting base 130 is a heat insulation component. The mounting base 130 is arranged close to the inner lining surface 210, and the air inlet 111 is arranged facing the ventilation surface.

[0096] In these examples, the mounting base 130 will block the heat exchange between the energy storage body 110 and the human body 2000, thereby preventing the heat or cold in the energy storage body 110 from being directly transferred to the surface of the human body 2000, causing the human body 2000 to feel locally too hot or too cold.

[0097] The surface heat of the human body 2000 is mainly exchanged with the wind with a suitable temperature formed after heat exchange with the energy storage body 110. The heat exchange area is large and the heat exchange is relatively comfortable. It can form a barrier on the surface of the human body 2000 made of wind-filled clothing 200, thereby improving the comfort of the human body 2000.

[0098] The air inlet 111 faces the ventilation surface, which facilitates the fan assembly 120 to draw air in and draw the air into the mounting cavity 112, and then discharge it through the ventilation slot 113 and the air outlet 114.

[0099] In other examples, the temperature regulating device 100 can also be directly fixed to the surface of the garment 200. The garment 200 does not need to have an inner lining 210 or a ventilated surface. The garment 200 is a single-layer structure, and the air inlet 111 of the temperature regulating device 100 only needs to face the outer garment or be directly exposed to the air.

[0100] Optionally, such as Figure 7 As shown, the garment 200 is also equipped with a storage cover, which houses the temperature regulating device 100, making it easy to install the temperature regulating device 100 within the garment 200. When the temperature regulating device 100 is not in use, it can be removed from the storage cover, resulting in a smooth surface on the garment 200, making it comfortable to wear as ordinary clothing. The storage cover also allows the temperature regulating device 100 to be more discreetly placed, enhancing the aesthetics of the air-conditioned garment 1000.

[0101] Optionally, the garment 200 is provided with a fitting that connects to the quick-release fitting on the mounting base 130, such as a magnetic fitting, a snap-fit ​​fitting, or a snap-fit ​​fitting, which can be adapted to the actual design requirements.

[0102] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation" and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0103] Figure 5 The above illustration shows six ventilation slots 113 for illustrative purposes, but those skilled in the art, after reading the above technical solution, will obviously understand that the solution can be applied to other numbers of ventilation slots 113, which would also fall within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0104] The heat exchange principle between the heat exchange medium in the energy storage body 110 and the air flowing through the ventilation slot 113 in the temperature regulating device 100 and air-conditioned clothing 1000 according to embodiments of the present invention is known to those skilled in the art and will not be described in detail here.

[0105] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "embodiment," "example," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0106] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A temperature regulating device, characterized in that, include: An energy storage body is provided with an installation cavity, a ventilation slot, an air inlet, and an air outlet. The ventilation slot is located around the installation cavity and connects the installation cavity and the air outlet. The installation cavity is connected to the air inlet. A fan assembly is disposed in the mounting cavity. The fan assembly operates to blow air from the air inlet through the ventilation slot to the air outlet.

2. The temperature regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fan assembly is a backward centrifugal fan assembly, the air inlet is located on the axial direction of the energy storage body, and the air outlet is located on the circumference of the energy storage body.

3. The temperature regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ventilation slots are arranged at intervals on the energy storage body.

4. The temperature regulating device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The cross-sectional area of ​​the ventilation slot gradually increases from the direction of the mounting cavity to the direction of the air outlet.

5. The temperature regulating device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The ventilation slot extends radially along the energy storage body, and / or the ventilation slot extends at an angle to the radial direction of the energy storage body.

6. The temperature regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The energy storage body contains a heat-absorbing cold storage medium; or the energy storage body contains a heat-releasing heat storage medium.

7. The temperature regulating device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The energy storage body at least constitutes a heat-conducting component in the portion of the ventilation slot wall.

8. The temperature regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a mounting base connected to the side of the energy storage body away from the air inlet.

9. The temperature regulating device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The mounting base is a heat insulation component, and the mounting base is positioned away from the air outlet.

10. The temperature regulating device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The mounting base is equipped with a quick-release fitting for attaching to clothing.

11. The temperature regulating device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a power supply device connected to the wind turbine assembly.

12. An air-conditioned garment, characterized in that, include: Clothing, wherein the clothing is provided with a seam; According to any one of claims 1-11, at least one of the temperature regulating devices is connected to the clothing, and the air outlet is connected to the interface.

13. The air-conditioned garment according to claim 12, characterized in that, The garment has an inner lining surface close to the human body and a ventilated surface communicating with the outside air. The temperature regulating device is a temperature regulating device according to any one of claims 1-11. The mounting base is arranged close to the inner lining surface, and the air inlet is arranged facing the ventilated surface.

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