Control method and control device of air conditioner and intelligent air conditioner

Abstract

The application relates to the air conditioning technical field and discloses an air conditioner control method. The air conditioner control method comprises the following steps: controlling the air conditioner to operate in a rapid temperature adjustment mode, and recording a current operation duration from a time point of starting the rapid temperature adjustment mode to a current time point; in the case that the current operation duration is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold value and a current indoor temperature exceeds a first temperature threshold value, obtaining an interval duration of the current operation duration and the first duration threshold value and a first temperature difference value of the current indoor temperature and the first temperature threshold value; determining a countdown duration according to an absolute value of the interval duration and / or the first temperature difference value; controlling the air conditioner to continuously operate for the countdown duration according to a first set temperature, and controlling the air conditioner to enter a comfortable temperature adjustment mode after the countdown duration. The air conditioner control method can improve the comfort experience of a user. The application further discloses an air conditioner control device and an intelligent air conditioner.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of air conditioners, for example to an air conditioner control method, control device and intelligent air conditioner. BACKGROUND

[0002] At present, the conventional control method of the air conditioner is that the greater the temperature difference between the actual indoor temperature and the set indoor temperature, the greater the heating power or the cooling power of the air conditioner; the smaller the temperature difference between the actual indoor temperature and the set indoor temperature, the smaller the heating power or the cooling power of the air conditioner. In the case that the user urgently needs to adjust the actual indoor temperature, the conventional control method of the air conditioner needs a long time to adjust the actual indoor temperature to the set indoor temperature, which cannot meet the user's temperature adjustment demand. Therefore, some air conditioners add a "strong" mode, in which the compressor of the air conditioner runs at the highest frequency, that is, the air conditioner runs at the maximum heating power or the maximum cooling power to realize the rapid adjustment of the actual indoor temperature.

[0003] In the implementation process of the embodiments of the present application, it is found that at least the following problems exist in the related art:

[0004] In the heating mode, the existing "strong" mode is prone to cause the actual indoor temperature to be higher than the set indoor temperature; and in the cooling mode, the existing "strong" mode is prone to cause the actual indoor temperature to be lower than the set indoor temperature, thereby reducing the user's comfort experience. SUMMARY

[0005] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. The summary is not an extensive overview of the application, nor is it intended to identify key / critical elements of the application or to delineate the scope of the embodiments. The sole purpose of the summary is to present some concepts of the embodiments in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that is presented later.

[0006] The embodiments of the present application provide an air conditioner control method, control device and intelligent air conditioner to improve the user's comfort experience in the "strong" mode.

[0007] In some embodiments, the air conditioner control method comprises: after starting a rapid temperature adjustment mode, controlling the air conditioner to run in the rapid temperature adjustment mode and recording a current running duration from the time of starting the rapid temperature adjustment mode to the current time; obtaining a current indoor temperature of the indoor; in the case that the current running duration is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature exceeds a first temperature threshold, obtaining an interval duration of the current running duration and the first duration threshold and a first temperature difference of the current indoor temperature and the first temperature threshold; determining a countdown duration according to the absolute value of the interval duration and / or the first temperature difference; controlling the air conditioner to continue running for the countdown duration according to a first set temperature, and controlling the air conditioner to enter a comfortable temperature adjustment mode after the countdown duration.

[0008] Optionally, determining the countdown duration based on the interval duration or the absolute value of the first temperature difference includes: determining the countdown duration negatively correlated with the interval duration; or, determining the countdown duration positively correlated with the absolute value of the first temperature difference.

[0009] Optionally, the current indoor temperature exceeding the first temperature threshold includes: when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the current indoor temperature is greater than or equal to the first temperature threshold; when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the current indoor temperature is less than or equal to the first temperature threshold.

[0010] Optionally, when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the first set temperature is lower than the first temperature threshold; when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the first set temperature is higher than the first temperature threshold.

[0011] Optionally, controlling the air conditioner to enter a comfort temperature control mode includes: obtaining a predicted mean volumetric (PMV) value; determining a second set temperature based on the PMV value; and controlling the air conditioner based on the second set temperature.

[0012] Optionally, controlling the air conditioner to operate in the rapid temperature adjustment mode includes: controlling the air conditioner to operate at maximum power; or, controlling the air conditioner to operate according to a third set temperature, wherein when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the third set temperature is lower than the first set temperature, and when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the third set temperature is higher than the first set temperature.

[0013] Optionally, controlling the air conditioner to operate at maximum power includes: controlling the air conditioner compressor to operate at maximum frequency, and controlling the air conditioner indoor fan to operate at maximum speed.

[0014] In some embodiments, the air conditioner control device includes a recording module, a first obtaining module, a second obtaining module, a determining module, and a control module; the recording module is configured to control the air conditioner to operate at maximum power after activating the rapid temperature adjustment mode, and record the current running time from the moment the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated to the current moment; the first obtaining module is configured to obtain the current indoor temperature; the second obtaining module is configured to obtain the interval between the current running time and the first duration threshold, and a first temperature difference between the current indoor temperature and the first temperature threshold, when the current running time is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature exceeds a first temperature threshold; the determining module is configured to determine a countdown time based on the absolute value of the interval time and / or the first temperature difference; the control module is configured to control the air conditioner to continuously run for the countdown time according to a first set temperature, and after the countdown time, control the air conditioner to enter a comfort temperature adjustment mode.

[0015] In some embodiments, the air conditioner control device includes a processor and a memory storing program instructions, the processor being configured to execute the control method provided in the foregoing embodiments when executing the program instructions.

[0016] In some embodiments, the smart air conditioner includes the control device for the air conditioner provided in the foregoing embodiments.

[0017] The air conditioning control method, control device, and intelligent air conditioner provided in this application can achieve the following technical effects:

[0018] After activating the rapid temperature adjustment mode, the air conditioner first operates in this mode to quickly cool or heat the actual indoor temperature. If the current operating time is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature exceeds a first temperature threshold, the air conditioner stops operating at maximum power to prevent the actual indoor temperature from becoming too high or too low. Then, it switches to operating according to a first set temperature, mitigating the impact of delayed changes in the actual indoor temperature caused by the air conditioner operating at maximum power. Furthermore, since the delayed changes in the actual indoor temperature have been mitigated during the countdown, the air conditioner can operate more stably in the existing comfort temperature adjustment mode after the countdown ends. Thus, it achieves both rapid cooling or heating of the actual indoor temperature and stable operation of the air conditioner in a comfort temperature adjustment mode, improving the user's comfort experience.

[0019] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0020] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrative descriptions and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are considered similar elements, and wherein:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic flowchart of an air conditioner control method provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the process of controlling an air conditioner to enter a comfort temperature control mode, as provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner control device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner control device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner control device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner control device provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this application, the implementation of the embodiments of this application 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 application. 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.

[0028] The terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application 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 application described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0029] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0030] In this embodiment, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0031] 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.

[0032] Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating an air conditioner control method provided in an embodiment of this application. The air conditioner control method can be executed by the air conditioner controller.

[0033] Combination Figure 1 As shown, the air conditioning control methods include:

[0034] S101. After activating the rapid temperature adjustment mode, control the air conditioner to run in the rapid temperature adjustment mode and record the current running time from the moment the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated to the current moment.

[0035] The air conditioner control method provided in this application embodiment can be executed after the air conditioner is turned on. For example, after the air conditioner is turned on, the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated, and the air conditioner is controlled to run in the rapid temperature adjustment mode.

[0036] In rapid temperature control mode, the indoor temperature changes at a faster rate than in other air conditioner modes. Rapid temperature control mode includes rapid heating and rapid cooling modes. In rapid heating mode, the air conditioner is in heating mode; in rapid cooling mode, the air conditioner is in cooling mode.

[0037] In practical applications, controlling an air conditioner to operate in rapid temperature adjustment mode can include: controlling the air conditioner to operate at maximum power. This allows the air conditioner to heat at maximum power, rapidly raising the indoor temperature; or to cool at maximum power, rapidly lowering the indoor temperature. For example, the air conditioner can be controlled to operate at maximum power by controlling the compressor to run at its maximum frequency and the indoor fan to run at its highest speed. This achieves rapid temperature regulation, meeting the user's need for quick temperature adjustment.

[0038] Alternatively, controlling the air conditioner to operate in a rapid temperature adjustment mode may include: controlling the air conditioner to operate according to a third set temperature, wherein when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the third set temperature is lower than the first set temperature, and when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the third set temperature is higher than the first set temperature.

[0039] The purpose of controlling the air conditioner operation according to the third set temperature is to make the current indoor temperature reach the third set temperature. Specifically, the second temperature difference between the third set temperature and the current indoor temperature is obtained, and the second temperature difference is input into a controller with a deviation elimination function, such as a proportional-integral-differential (PID) controller. The control parameters output by the PID controller corresponding to the second temperature difference are obtained, and the air conditioner is controlled according to the control parameters.

[0040] The first set temperature here refers to the set temperature used to control the air conditioner's operation after the rapid temperature adjustment mode ends. The first set temperature is usually within the range of human comfort temperature. For example, the human comfort temperature range can be 15℃ to 26℃. Specifically, the human comfort temperature range in winter can be 15℃ to 24℃, and in summer it can be 17℃ to 26℃. Therefore, the first set temperature can be 15℃, 16℃, 17℃, 18℃, 19℃, 20℃, 21℃, 22℃, 23℃, 24℃, 25℃, or 26℃.

[0041] When the air conditioner is in cooling mode, if the third set temperature is lower than the first set temperature, then the temperature difference between the current indoor temperature and the third set temperature is greater than the temperature difference between the current indoor temperature and the first set temperature. Thus, the cooling power of the air conditioner under the control of the third set temperature is greater than the cooling power of the air conditioner under the control of the first set temperature, achieving rapid cooling.

[0042] When the air conditioner is in heating mode, if the third set temperature is higher than the first set temperature, then the temperature difference between the third indoor temperature and the third set temperature is greater than the temperature difference between the first set temperature and the current indoor temperature. Thus, the heating power of the air conditioner under the control of the third set temperature is greater than the heating power of the air conditioner under the control of the first set temperature, thereby achieving rapid heating.

[0043] The temperature difference between the third set temperature and the first set temperature can be greater than or equal to 8°C. For example, in rapid cooling mode, the first set temperature can be 24°C and the third set temperature can be 16°C.

[0044] S102, Obtain the current indoor temperature.

[0045] The current indoor temperature can be obtained through the temperature sensor built into the air conditioner, through a temperature sensor set independently in the room, or through a temperature sensor set on other home appliances (such as humidifiers, air purifiers, and smart switch panels).

[0046] S103. When the current running time is greater than or equal to the first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature exceeds the first temperature threshold, obtain the interval between the current running time and the first duration threshold, and the first temperature difference between the current indoor temperature and the first temperature threshold.

[0047] The first duration threshold is used to represent the expected running time of the rapid temperature adjustment mode. The larger the maximum cooling power or maximum heating power of the air conditioner, the smaller the first duration threshold; the larger the volume of the room where the air conditioner is located, the larger the first duration threshold.

[0048] In practical applications, the maximum cooling power or maximum heating power of an air conditioner is usually matched with the volume of the room. In this case, the first duration threshold can be 3 to 5 minutes. For example, the first duration threshold can be 3 minutes, 4 minutes or 5 minutes.

[0049] The first temperature threshold is used to indicate the temperature that will approach the desired temperature. When the air conditioner is in heating mode, the first temperature threshold is lower than the desired temperature; when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the first temperature threshold is higher than the desired temperature. The desired temperature can be any of the comfort temperatures. In some applications, the desired temperature can be equal to the first set temperature; that is, when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the first set temperature is lower than the first temperature threshold; when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the first set temperature is higher than the first temperature threshold.

[0050] In this way, when the air conditioner is in rapid temperature adjustment mode, the phenomenon of excessively low or high indoor temperatures can be reduced, improving the user's temperature comfort experience.

[0051] The above-mentioned current indoor temperature exceeding the first temperature threshold includes: when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the current indoor temperature is greater than or equal to the first temperature threshold; when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the current indoor temperature is less than or equal to the first temperature threshold.

[0052] When the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the current operating time is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature exceeds a first temperature threshold, including: the current operating time is greater than the first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature is equal to the first temperature threshold; or, the current operating time is equal to the first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature is less than the first temperature threshold; or, the current operating time is greater than the first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature is less than the first temperature threshold; or, in extreme cases, the current operating time is equal to the first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature is equal to the first temperature threshold.

[0053] When the air conditioner is in heating mode, the current operating time is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature exceeds a first temperature threshold, including: the current operating time is greater than the first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature is equal to the first temperature threshold; or, the current operating time is equal to the first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature is equal to the first temperature threshold; or, the current operating time is greater than the first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature is greater than the first temperature threshold; or, in extreme cases, the current operating time is equal to the first duration threshold, and the current indoor temperature is equal to the first temperature threshold.

[0054] S104. Determine the countdown duration based on the interval duration and / or the absolute value of the first temperature difference.

[0055] The above interval duration is used to indicate the length of time that the actual running time of the rapid temperature adjustment mode exceeds the expected running time. The longer the interval duration, the weaker the air conditioner's ability to regulate indoor temperature. For example, the indoor sealing effect is poor and the heat exchange between indoors and outdoors is large.

[0056] The aforementioned first temperature difference value is used to represent the temperature at which the current indoor temperature exceeds the desired temperature. The larger the first temperature difference value, the stronger the air conditioner's ability to regulate the indoor temperature. For example, it indicates a good indoor sealing effect and a small amount of heat exchange between indoors and outdoors.

[0057] The countdown duration, determined based on the interval length and / or the absolute value of the first temperature difference, is also related to the air conditioner's ability to regulate indoor temperature, thus making the air conditioner's control method more in line with actual conditions (such as the sealing effect of the indoor space).

[0058] The process of determining the countdown duration based on the interval duration and / or the absolute value of the first temperature difference may include: determining the countdown duration based on the interval duration when the first temperature difference is zero; or determining the countdown duration based on the absolute value of the first temperature difference when the interval duration is zero; or determining the countdown duration based on the absolute value of the first difference and the interval duration.

[0059] Specifically, the countdown duration can be determined to be negatively correlated with the interval; or, the countdown duration can be determined to be positively correlated with the absolute value of the first temperature difference.

[0060] Similarly, if the first temperature difference is zero, determine the countdown duration that is negatively correlated with the interval duration; or, if the interval duration is zero, determine the countdown duration that is positively correlated with the absolute value of the first temperature difference; or, determine the countdown duration that is negatively correlated with the interval duration and positively correlated with the absolute value of the first temperature difference.

[0061] Then, the air conditioner can continue running for the countdown timer based on the first set temperature. In this way, the stronger the air conditioner's temperature regulation, the longer the countdown timer, which can more effectively eliminate indoor temperature fluctuations caused by temperature lag and provide users with a better temperature experience.

[0062] S105. Control the air conditioner to continue running for a countdown time based on the first set temperature, and after the countdown time, control the air conditioner to enter the comfort temperature control mode.

[0063] The purpose of controlling the air conditioner according to the first set temperature is to make the current indoor temperature reach the first set temperature. Specifically, the first temperature difference between the first set temperature and the current indoor temperature is obtained, and the first temperature difference is input into a controller with a deviation elimination function, such as a PID controller. The control parameters output by the PID controller corresponding to the first temperature difference are obtained, and the air conditioner is controlled according to the control parameters.

[0064] After activating the rapid temperature adjustment mode, the air conditioner first operates in this mode to quickly cool or heat the actual indoor temperature. If the current operating time is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature exceeds a first temperature threshold, the air conditioner stops operating at maximum power to prevent the actual indoor temperature from becoming too high or too low. Then, it switches to operating according to a first set temperature, mitigating the impact of delayed changes in the actual indoor temperature caused by the air conditioner operating at maximum power. Furthermore, since the delayed changes in the actual indoor temperature have been mitigated during the countdown, the air conditioner can operate more stably in the existing comfort temperature adjustment mode after the countdown ends. Thus, it achieves both rapid cooling or heating of the actual indoor temperature and stable operation of the air conditioner in a comfort temperature adjustment mode, improving the user's comfort experience.

[0065] Furthermore, in comfort temperature control mode, the air conditioner is typically controlled based on the indoor temperature and the user's comfort temperature. In this case, fluctuations in the indoor temperature can easily prevent the comfort temperature control mode from providing a comfortable temperature for the user. The air conditioner control method provided in this application embodiment, by controlling the air conditioner to run continuously for a first time based on a first set temperature, has effectively reduced or eliminated the impact of temperature lag on the indoor temperature, i.e., it has already stabilized the indoor temperature. Entering comfort temperature control mode at this point allows the comfort temperature control mode to provide the user with a more comfortable temperature experience.

[0066] It should be understood that in the air conditioning control method provided in the embodiments of this application, if the air conditioner is in cooling mode, such as in summer, the current indoor temperature at the moment the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated is greater than the first temperature threshold; if the air conditioner is in heating mode, such as in winter, the current indoor temperature at the moment the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated is less than the first temperature threshold.

[0067] When the air conditioner is in cooling mode, and the first set temperature is lower than the first temperature threshold, and the interval time is equal to the first time threshold and the current indoor temperature is lower than the first temperature threshold, the air conditioner control method provided in this application embodiment is generally applied when the first set temperature is lower than the current indoor temperature; of course, the air conditioner control method provided in this application embodiment can also be applied when the current indoor temperature is lower than or equal to the first set temperature. In this case, controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the first set temperature can mean turning off the air conditioner.

[0068] When the air conditioner is in heating mode, and the first set temperature is higher than the first temperature threshold, and the interval time is equal to the first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature is greater than the first temperature threshold, the air conditioner control method provided in this embodiment is generally applied when the first set temperature is higher than the current indoor temperature. Of course, the air conditioner control method provided in this embodiment can also be applied when the current indoor temperature is higher than or equal to the first set temperature. In this case, controlling the air conditioner to operate according to the first set temperature can mean stopping the air conditioner.

[0069] Finally, because the longer the current running time, the longer the interval, and the shorter the countdown time; and the shorter the current running time, the shorter the interval, and the longer the countdown time, this makes the sum of the current running time and the countdown time relatively stable. That is, the time between when the air conditioner enters the rapid temperature adjustment mode and when it enters the comfort temperature adjustment mode is relatively stable. For users, after the air conditioner enters the rapid temperature adjustment mode, they can more stably expect the time required for the air conditioner to enter the comfort temperature adjustment mode. Compared to the unstable time required for the air conditioner to enter the comfort temperature adjustment mode, the relatively stable temperature adjustment time, which is more in line with the user's expectations, improves the user experience.

[0070] The following is a detailed explanation of the comfort temperature control mode.

[0071] Combination Figure 2 As shown, controlling the air conditioner to enter the comfort temperature setting mode includes:

[0072] S201, Obtain PMV value.

[0073] The PMV value is an evaluation index characterizing the human body's thermal response (feeling of hot and cold), representing the average feeling of hot and cold experienced by most people in the same environment. PMV values ​​can range from -3 to 3. For example, with a PMV value of 3, users typically feel hot; with a PMV value of 2, users typically feel warm; with a PMV value of 1, users typically feel slightly warm; with a PMV value of -1, users typically feel slightly cool; with a PMV value of -2, users typically feel cool; and with a PMV value of -3, users typically feel cold.

[0074] Obtaining PMV values ​​may include: obtaining the current indoor temperature, wind speed, relative humidity, and radiant temperature; and determining the PMV value based on the current indoor temperature, wind speed, relative humidity, and radiant temperature.

[0075] Specifically, PMV values ​​can be obtained in the following ways:

[0076]

[0077] Where M is the metabolic rate, in W / s; W is the power output of the human body, in W / s; P a Partial pressure of water vapor in ambient air, unit: Pa; t a The current indoor temperature is expressed in degrees Celsius (°C); f cl The ratio of the surface area of ​​a clothed human body to that of a naked human body; The average radiant temperature is expressed in °C (°C); t cl The average temperature of the outer surface of a clothed person, in °C; h c The convective heat transfer coefficient is W / sm. 2 ℃.

[0078] The range of M is: 116~197.258W / m 2 W is generally set to 0.

[0079] Partial pressure of water vapor in ambient air P a Calculate using the following formula:

[0080] P a =φ a .P s

[0081] φ a Relative humidity;

[0082] The ratio of the surface area of ​​a clothed human body to that of a naked human body (f) cl Calculate using the following formula:

[0083]

[0084] Among them Icl For clothing thermal resistance, in northern regions, 0.9 clo is generally used in winter and 0.5 clo in summer, and 1 clo = 0.155 km. 2 / w.

[0085] mean radiant temperature Assuming the PMV value remains stable, the mean radiant temperature is inversely proportional to the current indoor temperature, and the current indoor temperature has a greater impact on the PMV value.

[0086] Average surface temperature of a clothed human body (t) cl Calculated according to the following formula:

[0087]

[0088] in,

[0089] Surface heat transfer coefficient h c Calculated according to the following formula:

[0090]

[0091] Where V is the wind speed. The wind speed in winter is v < 0.15 m / s, and the wind speed in summer is v < 0.25 m / s. Generally, the wind speed is taken as v = 0.15 m / s in winter and v = 0.25 m / s in summer.

[0092] S202. Determine the second set temperature based on the PMV value.

[0093] For example, if the PMV value is greater than the first set value, the first set temperature is lowered to obtain the second set temperature; if the PMV value is less than the second set value, the first set temperature is increased to obtain the second set temperature; if the PMV value is greater than or equal to the second set value and less than or equal to the first set value, the first set temperature is determined as the second set temperature.

[0094] S203. Control the air conditioner according to the second set temperature.

[0095] The purpose of controlling the air conditioner according to the second set temperature is to make the current indoor temperature reach the second set temperature. Specifically, the second temperature difference between the second set temperature and the current indoor temperature is obtained, and the second temperature difference is input into a controller with a deviation elimination function, such as a PID controller. The control parameters output by the PID controller corresponding to the second temperature difference are obtained, and the air conditioner is controlled according to the control parameters.

[0096] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner control device provided in an embodiment of this application. The air conditioner control device can be implemented by software, hardware, or a combination of both.

[0097] Combination Figure 3 As shown, the air conditioner control device includes a recording module 31, a first acquisition module 32, a second acquisition module 33, a determination module 34, and a control module 35. The recording module 31 is configured to control the air conditioner to run at maximum power after the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated, and to record the current running time from the moment the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated to the current moment. The first acquisition module 32 is configured to obtain the current indoor temperature. The second acquisition module 33 is configured to obtain the interval between the current running time and the first duration threshold, and the first temperature difference between the current indoor temperature and the first temperature threshold, when the current running time is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature exceeds the first temperature threshold. The determination module 34 is configured to determine the countdown time based on the interval time and / or the absolute value of the first temperature difference. The control module 35 is configured to control the air conditioner to run continuously for the countdown time based on the first set temperature, and after the countdown time, control the air conditioner to enter the comfort temperature adjustment mode.

[0098] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner control device provided in an embodiment of this application. (In conjunction with...) Figure 4 As shown, the determining module 34 may include a first determining unit 341 or a second determining unit 342; the first determining unit 341 is configured to determine a countdown duration that is negatively correlated with the interval duration; the second determining unit 342 is configured to determine a countdown duration that is positively correlated with the absolute value of the first temperature difference.

[0099] Optionally, the current indoor temperature exceeds the first temperature threshold, including: when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the current indoor temperature is greater than or equal to the first temperature threshold; when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the current indoor temperature is less than or equal to the first temperature threshold.

[0100] Optionally, when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the first set temperature is lower than the first temperature threshold; when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the first set temperature is higher than the first temperature threshold.

[0101] Optionally, controlling the air conditioner to enter a comfort temperature control mode includes: obtaining the expected average thermal perception index (PMV) value; determining a second set temperature based on the PMV value; and controlling the air conditioner based on the second set temperature.

[0102] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner control device provided in an embodiment of this application. (In conjunction with...) Figure 5As shown, the recording module 31 also includes a first control unit 311 or a second control unit 312; the first control unit 311 is configured to control the air conditioner to operate at maximum power; the second control unit 312 is configured to control the operation of the air conditioner according to a third set temperature, wherein, when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the third set temperature is lower than the first set temperature, and when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the third set temperature is higher than the first set temperature.

[0103] Optionally, controlling the air conditioner to operate at maximum power includes: controlling the air conditioner compressor to operate at maximum frequency, and controlling the air conditioner indoor fan to operate at maximum speed.

[0104] In some embodiments, the air conditioner control device includes a processor and a memory storing program instructions, wherein the processor is configured to execute the air conditioner control method provided in the foregoing embodiments when executing the program instructions.

[0105] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner control device provided in an embodiment of this application. (In conjunction with...) Figure 6 As shown, the air conditioner control device includes:

[0106] The processor 61 and memory 62 may also include a communication interface 63 and a bus 64. The processor 61, communication interface 63, and memory 62 can communicate with each other via the bus 64. The communication interface 63 can be used for information transmission. The processor 61 can call logical instructions in the memory 62 to execute the air conditioner control method provided in the foregoing embodiments.

[0107] Furthermore, the logical instructions in the aforementioned memory 62 can be implemented as software functional units and, when sold or used as independent products, can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium.

[0108] The memory 62, as a computer-readable storage medium, can be used to store software programs and computer-executable programs, such as program instructions / modules corresponding to the methods in the embodiments of this application. The processor 61 executes functional applications and data processing by running the software programs, instructions, and modules stored in the memory 62, thereby implementing the methods in the above-described method embodiments.

[0109] The memory 62 may include a program storage area and a data storage area. The program storage area may store the operating system and applications required for at least one function; the data storage area may store data created based on the use of the terminal device. Furthermore, the memory 62 may include high-speed random access memory and may also include non-volatile memory.

[0110] This application provides an intelligent air conditioner, which includes the control device for the air conditioner provided in the foregoing embodiments.

[0111] This application provides a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions configured to execute the air conditioner control method provided in the foregoing embodiments.

[0112] This application provides a computer program product, which includes a computer program stored on a computer-readable storage medium. The computer program includes program instructions, which, when executed by a computer, cause the computer to perform the air conditioning control method provided in the foregoing embodiments.

[0113] The aforementioned computer-readable storage medium may be a transient computer-readable storage medium or a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium.

[0114] The technical solutions of this application embodiment can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium and includes one or more instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute all or part of the steps of the methods in this application embodiment. The aforementioned storage medium can be a non-transitory storage medium, including: USB flash drive, portable hard drive, read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), magnetic disk, or optical disk, and other media capable of storing program code; it can also be a transient storage medium.

[0115] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of this application to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural, logical, electrical, procedural, and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operations may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace parts and features of other embodiments. Moreover, the terminology used in this application is for describing embodiments only and is not intended to limit the claims. As used in the description of embodiments and claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to equally include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Additionally, when used in this application, the terms “comprise” and its variations “comprises” and / or “comprising” refer to the presence of stated features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups thereof. Unless otherwise specified, an element defined by the phrase "comprising a..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, or apparatus that includes that element. In this document, each embodiment may focus on describing the differences from other embodiments, and similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to mutually. For methods, products, etc., disclosed in the embodiments, if they correspond to the method section disclosed in the embodiments, then the relevant parts can be referred to the description of the method section.

[0116] Those skilled in the art will recognize that the units and algorithm steps of the various examples described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed herein can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered beyond the scope of the embodiments of this application. Those skilled in the art will clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working processes of the systems, devices, and units described above can be referred to the corresponding processes in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0117] The methods and products (including but not limited to devices and equipment) disclosed in the embodiments herein can be implemented in other ways. For example, the device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. For instance, the division of units may be merely a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. In addition, the mutual coupling or direct coupling or communication connection shown or discussed may be through some interfaces, and the indirect coupling or communication connection of devices or units may be electrical, mechanical, or other forms. Units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate, and components shown as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the units can be selected to implement this embodiment according to actual needs. Furthermore, the functional units in the embodiments of this application may be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit may exist physically separately, or two or more units may be integrated into one unit.

[0118] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods, and computer program products according to embodiments of this application. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of code, which contains one or more executable instructions for implementing a specified logical function. In some alternative implementations, the functions marked in the blocks may occur in a different order than those shown in the drawings. For example, two consecutive blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. Each block in the block diagrams and / or flowcharts, and combinations of blocks in the block diagrams and / or flowcharts, may be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or action, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

Claims

1. A method for controlling an air conditioner, characterized in that, include: After activating the rapid temperature adjustment mode, control the air conditioner to operate in the rapid temperature adjustment mode and record the current running time from the moment the rapid temperature adjustment mode was activated to the current moment. Obtain the current indoor temperature; When the current running time is greater than or equal to a first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature exceeds a first temperature threshold, the interval between the current running time and the first duration threshold, and the first temperature difference between the current indoor temperature and the first temperature threshold are obtained. The countdown duration is determined based on the interval duration and / or the absolute value of the first temperature difference. The air conditioner continues to run for the countdown timer based on the first set temperature, and after the countdown timer expires, the air conditioner enters the comfort temperature control mode.

2. The control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Determining the countdown duration based on the interval duration or the absolute value of the first temperature difference includes: Determine the countdown duration that is negatively correlated with the interval duration; or, determine the countdown duration that is positively correlated with the absolute value of the first temperature difference.

3. The control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The current indoor temperature exceeding the first temperature threshold includes: When the air conditioner is in heating mode, the current indoor temperature is greater than or equal to the first temperature threshold. When the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the current indoor temperature is less than or equal to the first temperature threshold.

4. The control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the first set temperature is lower than the first temperature threshold. When the air conditioner is in heating mode, the first set temperature is higher than the first temperature threshold.

5. The control method according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, Controlling the air conditioner to enter comfort temperature mode includes: Obtain the predicted average thermal sensation index (PMV) value; The second set temperature is determined based on the PMV value; The air conditioner is controlled according to the second set temperature.

6. The control method according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, Controlling the air conditioner to operate in the rapid temperature adjustment mode includes: The air conditioner is controlled to operate at maximum power; or, the air conditioner is controlled to operate according to a third set temperature, wherein when the air conditioner is in cooling mode, the third set temperature is lower than the first set temperature, and when the air conditioner is in heating mode, the third set temperature is higher than the first set temperature.

7. The control method according to claim 6, characterized in that, Controlling the air conditioner to operate at maximum power includes: Control the air conditioner compressor to operate at its maximum frequency, and control the indoor fan of the air conditioner to operate at its highest speed.

8. A control device for an air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The recording module is configured to control the air conditioner to run at maximum power after the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated, and to record the current running time from the moment the rapid temperature adjustment mode is activated to the present moment. The first acquisition module is configured to acquire the current indoor temperature. The second obtaining module is configured to obtain the interval between the current running time and the first duration threshold, and the first temperature difference between the current indoor temperature and the first temperature threshold, when the current running time is greater than or equal to the first duration threshold and the current indoor temperature exceeds the first temperature threshold. The determining module is configured to determine the countdown duration based on the interval duration and / or the absolute value of the first temperature difference. The control module is configured to control the air conditioner to run continuously for the countdown time according to the first set temperature, and after the countdown time, control the air conditioner to enter the comfort temperature adjustment mode.

9. A control device for an air conditioner, comprising a processor and a memory storing program instructions, characterized in that, The processor is configured to execute the air conditioner control method as described in any one of claims 1 to 7 when executing the program instructions.

10. A smart air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes the air conditioner control device as described in claim 8 or 9.

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