Method and apparatus for controlling pet air conditioner, pet air conditioner, storage medium

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of intelligent household appliances, and discloses a method for controlling a pet air conditioner, the pet air conditioner comprising: a main body comprising a containing cavity; an air duct in communication with the containing cavity; and a guide vane arranged at one end of the air duct and used for adjusting the air volume flowing into the air duct; the method comprises the following steps: acquiring a temperature value in the containing cavity when a pet enters the containing cavity; and controlling the opening degree of the air duct and the position of the guide vane according to the temperature value in the containing cavity. According to the application, when the pet enters the containing cavity, the air volume in the containing cavity is adjusted by controlling the position of the guide vane and the opening degree of the air duct according to the temperature value in the containing cavity. Therefore, the rotating speed of the fan of the pet air conditioner does not need to be frequently adjusted during the temperature adjustment process. In this way, the energy consumption of the pet air conditioner is reduced, and the service life of the fan is prolonged. The application further discloses a device for controlling the pet air conditioner, the pet air conditioner and a storage medium.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of smart home appliance technology, such as a method and apparatus for controlling a pet air conditioner, a pet air conditioner, and a storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, many families build pet beds for their pets, but existing pet beds cannot regulate the temperature.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, a pet air conditioning control method is provided, comprising the following steps: obtaining signal values ​​from an infrared sensor and / or a pressure sensor, and determining that the pet is located in a second enclosure based on the signal values; acquiring a temperature value inside the second enclosure, and controlling the air conditioner to turn on when the temperature value does not fall within a preset temperature range; controlling the operating mode of the air conditioner and controlling the opening of the first door panel based on the magnitude of the temperature value inside the second enclosure and the set temperature value; after controlling the air conditioner to turn on, further determining the absolute value of the temperature difference between the temperature value inside the second enclosure and the set temperature value, and determining the air outlet speed of the air conditioner based on the absolute value of the temperature difference, wherein the larger the absolute value of the temperature difference, the larger the air outlet speed of the air conditioner.

[0004] In implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related technology: While the related technology can adjust the temperature inside the pet's nest when a pet is detected entering, it does so by adjusting the fan speed to regulate the airflow of the air conditioner based on the temperature difference between the temperature inside the second enclosure and the set temperature. Because the temperature inside the second enclosure changes frequently during temperature adjustment, the fan speed needs to be adjusted frequently, leading to increased energy consumption of the pet air conditioner and a shortened lifespan of the fan.

[0005] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0006] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0007] This disclosure provides a method and apparatus for controlling a pet air conditioner, a pet air conditioner, and a storage medium. During the process of adjusting the temperature inside the containment cavity, there is no need to frequently adjust the fan speed, which reduces energy consumption and extends the life of the fan.

[0008] In some embodiments, a pet air conditioner includes: a body including a receiving cavity; an air duct communicating with the receiving cavity; and an air guide plate disposed at one end of the air duct for adjusting the airflow into the air duct. The method for controlling the pet air conditioner includes: acquiring a temperature value inside the receiving cavity; and controlling the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate based on the temperature value inside the receiving cavity.

[0009] Optionally, the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate are controlled according to the temperature value inside the cavity, including: when the temperature value is within a first temperature range, controlling the air duct to open to a first opening degree and adjusting the air guide plate to a first set position; or when the temperature value is within a second temperature range, controlling the air duct to open to a first opening degree and adjusting the air guide plate to a second set position, wherein the airflow into the air duct when the air guide plate is in the second set position is less than the airflow into the air duct when the air guide plate is in the first set position; or when the temperature value is within a third temperature range, controlling the air duct to open to a second opening degree and adjusting the air guide plate to a second set position, wherein the second opening degree is less than the first opening degree; or when the temperature value is within a fourth temperature range, closing the air duct and adjusting the air guide plate to a third set position.

[0010] Optionally, the pet air conditioner further includes: a tray disposed at the bottom of the receiving cavity, the tray having a shrinkage hole structure; after obtaining the temperature value inside the receiving cavity, the method further includes: detecting the bottom pressure of the receiving cavity; and controlling the shrinkage hole structure based on the bottom pressure and the temperature value.

[0011] Optionally, the contraction orifice structure is controlled based on bottom pressure and temperature values, including: determining the age of the pet entering the receiving cavity based on bottom pressure; opening the contraction orifice structure when the pet is an adult; and adjusting the opening degree of the contraction orifice structure based on temperature values.

[0012] Optionally, adjusting the opening degree of the shrinkage pore structure according to the temperature value includes: controlling the shrinkage pore structure to open to a third degree when the temperature value is in a first temperature range; or controlling the shrinkage pore structure to open to a fourth degree when the temperature value is in a second temperature range, wherein the fourth degree is smaller than the third degree; or closing the shrinkage pore structure when the temperature value is in a third or fourth temperature range.

[0013] Optionally, the age of the pet entering the receiving cavity can be determined based on the bottom pressure, including: determining the pet to be a puppy if the bottom pressure is in a first pressure range; or determining the pet to be an adult if the bottom pressure is in a second pressure range.

[0014] Optionally, the method further includes: issuing an alarm message and disconnecting the power supply to the pet air conditioner when the bottom pressure is greater than the set pressure; wherein the set pressure is greater than the upper limit of the second pressure range.

[0015] Optionally, the first, second, third, and fourth temperature ranges of the pet air conditioner differ in cooling mode and in heating mode.

[0016] In some embodiments, the above-described apparatus for controlling a pet air conditioner includes a processor and a memory storing program instructions, the processor being configured to execute the above-described method for controlling a pet air conditioner when the program instructions are executed.

[0017] In some embodiments, the above-mentioned pet air conditioner includes: a body, including a receiving cavity, a temperature detection device disposed in the receiving cavity, the temperature detection device being used to detect the temperature value inside the receiving cavity; an air duct communicating with the receiving cavity; and an air guide plate disposed at one end of the air duct for adjusting the airflow into the air duct; wherein the opening degree of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate correspond to the temperature value inside the receiving cavity.

[0018] Optionally, the pet air conditioner also includes a tray, located at the bottom of the receiving cavity, the tray having a shrinkage hole structure.

[0019] Optionally, the pet air conditioner also includes the aforementioned device for controlling the pet air conditioner.

[0020] In some embodiments, the storage medium stores program instructions that, when executed, perform the method described above for controlling a pet air conditioner.

[0021] The method and apparatus for controlling a pet air conditioner, the pet air conditioner, and the storage medium provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0022] In this embodiment, the pet air conditioner includes a main body, an air duct, and an air guide plate. The main body includes a receiving cavity, which serves as a resting space for the pet. The airflow into the receiving cavity can be adjusted by regulating the opening of the air duct, and the airflow into the air duct can be adjusted by regulating the position of the air guide plate. Specifically, in this embodiment, when the pet enters the receiving cavity, the airflow into the cavity is adjusted based on the temperature value inside the cavity by controlling the position of the air guide plate and the opening of the air duct. Therefore, during temperature adjustment, there is no need to frequently adjust the speed of the pet air conditioner fan. This reduces the energy consumption of the pet air conditioner and extends the lifespan of the fan.

[0023] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0024] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a pet air conditioner provided in this embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0026] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 An enlarged schematic diagram of point Y in the illustrated embodiment;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a method for controlling a pet air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling a pet air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling a pet air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a device for controlling a pet air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the position of the air guide plate provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0032] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a tray provided in an embodiment of this disclosure.

[0033] Figure label:

[0034] 10 pet air conditioners; 100 main unit; 110 storage cavity;

[0035] 220 air duct;

[0036] 300 air guide plate;

[0037] 400 tray; 410 shrinkage hole structure;

[0038] 500 pressure detection device;

[0039] 600 Device for controlling a pet air conditioner; 601 Processor; 602 Memory; 603 Communication interface; 604 Bus. Detailed Implementation

[0040] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0041] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0042] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0043] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0044] 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.

[0045] The term "correspondence" can refer to an association or binding relationship. The correspondence between A and B means that there is an association or binding relationship between A and B.

[0046] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0047] The pet air conditioner provided in this disclosure embodiment is as follows: Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the pet air conditioner 10 includes a main body 100, an air duct 200, an air guide plate 300, and a device for controlling the pet air conditioner 100. The main body 100 includes a receiving cavity 110. The air duct 200 communicates with the receiving cavity 110. The air guide plate 300 is disposed at one end of the air duct 200 and is used to regulate the airflow into the air duct 200. The device 700 for controlling the pet air conditioner is installed on the main body 100.

[0048] Specifically, the receiving cavity 110 is a space for the pet to rest. After the pet enters the receiving cavity 110, the airflow into the receiving cavity 110 can be adjusted by adjusting the opening of the air duct 200. The airflow into the air duct 200 can also be adjusted by adjusting the position of the air guide plate 300.

[0049] Optionally, the pet air conditioner also includes a temperature detection device (not shown in the figure), disposed in the housing 110, for detecting the temperature value inside the housing 110.

[0050] Optionally, the device 600 for controlling the pet air conditioner includes a processor. The processor controls the opening of the air duct 200 and the position of the air guide plate 300 based on the temperature value within the housing cavity 100.

[0051] Combination Figures 1 to 2 The pet air conditioner shown in this disclosure provides a method for controlling a pet air conditioner, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the method includes:

[0052] S301, the processor obtains the temperature value inside the containment cavity when the pet enters it.

[0053] The device includes a temperature detection unit that allows the processor to detect the temperature within the cavity.

[0054] S302, the processor controls the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate based on the temperature value inside the cavity.

[0055] Specifically, the airflow into the receiving cavity can be adjusted by regulating the opening of the air duct. The airflow into the air duct can also be adjusted by adjusting the position of the air guide plate. Therefore, by controlling the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate according to the temperature inside the receiving cavity, the airflow into the receiving cavity can be made to correspond to the temperature inside the cavity.

[0056] In this embodiment, the pet air conditioner includes a main body, an air duct, and an air guide plate. The main body includes a receiving cavity, which serves as a resting space for the pet. The airflow into the receiving cavity can be adjusted by regulating the opening of the air duct, and the airflow into the air duct can be adjusted by regulating the position of the air guide plate. Specifically, in this embodiment, when the pet enters the receiving cavity, the airflow into the cavity is adjusted based on the temperature value inside the cavity by controlling the position of the air guide plate and the opening of the air duct. Therefore, during temperature adjustment, there is no need to frequently adjust the speed of the pet air conditioner fan. This reduces the energy consumption of the pet air conditioner and extends the lifespan of the fan.

[0057] Optionally, the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate are controlled according to the temperature value inside the cavity, including: when the temperature value is within a first temperature range, controlling the air duct to open to a first degree and adjusting the air guide plate to a first set position.

[0058] It should be noted that the first temperature range is different when the pet air conditioner is running in cooling mode and heating mode.

[0059] In this embodiment, the first opening is the maximum opening of the air duct, and when the air guide plate is in the first set position, the air outlet of the pet air conditioner sends air upward.

[0060] Specifically, taking a pet air conditioner in cooling mode as an example, if the temperature is within the first temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is too high for the pet. In this case, controlling the air duct to open to the first degree and adjusting the air guide to the first set position can increase the amount of cold air entering the enclosure. In this way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is too high, it can be cooled down quickly.

[0061] Specifically, taking a pet air conditioner in heating mode as an example, if the temperature is within the first temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is too low relative to the pet. In this case, controlling the air duct to open to the first degree and adjusting the air guide plate to the first set position can increase the amount of hot air entering the enclosure. In this way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is too low, it can be quickly heated up.

[0062] Optionally, the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate are controlled according to the temperature value inside the cavity, including: when the temperature value is within a second temperature range, controlling the air duct to open to a first opening degree, and adjusting the air guide plate to a second set position, wherein the airflow into the air duct when the air guide plate is in the second set position is less than the airflow into the air duct when the air guide plate is in the first set position.

[0063] It should be noted that the second temperature range differs between cooling and heating modes when the pet air conditioner is running. In cooling mode, the upper limit of the second temperature range is less than or equal to the lower limit of the first temperature range. In heating mode, the lower limit of the second temperature range is greater than or equal to the upper limit of the first temperature range.

[0064] In this embodiment, the air guide plate is in the second preset position, and the air outlet of the pet air conditioner blows air downwards. In this case, the airflow into the receiving cavity is less than the airflow into the receiving cavity when the air guide plate is in the first preset position.

[0065] Specifically, taking the pet air conditioner in cooling mode as an example, if the temperature value is within the second temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is relatively high compared to the pet. In this case, controlling the air duct to open to the first degree and adjusting the air guide plate to the second set position can ensure that the amount of cold air entering the enclosure is moderate. In this way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is high, it can cool the enclosure at a moderate speed.

[0066] Specifically, taking the pet air conditioner in heating mode as an example, if the temperature value is within the second temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is relatively low compared to the pet. In this case, controlling the air duct to open to the first degree and adjusting the air guide plate to the second set position can ensure a moderate amount of hot air is introduced into the enclosure. In this way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is low, the enclosure can be heated at a moderate speed.

[0067] Optionally, the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate are controlled according to the temperature value inside the cavity, including: when the temperature value is in the third temperature range, controlling the air duct to open to a second degree, and adjusting the air guide plate to a second set position, wherein the second degree is less than the first degree.

[0068] It should be noted that the value of the third temperature range differs when the pet air conditioner is running in cooling or heating mode. In cooling mode, the upper limit of the third temperature range is less than or equal to the lower limit of the second temperature range. In heating mode, the lower limit of the third temperature range is greater than or equal to the upper limit of the second temperature range.

[0069] In this embodiment, the second opening is smaller than the first opening, and the second opening is half the opening of the air duct. When the air duct is open at the second opening, the airflow into the receiving cavity is less than the airflow into the receiving cavity when the air duct is open at the first opening.

[0070] Specifically, taking a pet air conditioner in cooling mode as an example, if the temperature is within the third temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is suitable for the pet. In this case, controlling the air duct to open to the second degree and adjusting the air guide to the second set position can reduce the amount of cold air entering the enclosure. Thus, when the temperature inside the enclosure is suitable, cold air can be slowly introduced into the enclosure, maintaining it within a suitable temperature range.

[0071] Specifically, taking the pet air conditioner in heating mode as an example, if the temperature value is within the third temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is suitable for the pet. In this case, controlling the air duct to open to the second degree and adjusting the air guide plate to the second set position can reduce the amount of hot air entering the enclosure. In this way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is suitable, hot air can be slowly introduced into the enclosure, keeping the temperature inside the enclosure within a suitable range.

[0072] Optionally, the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate are controlled according to the temperature value inside the cavity, including: closing the air duct when the temperature value is in the fourth temperature range, and adjusting the air guide plate to the third set position.

[0073] It should be noted that the fourth temperature range value differs when the pet air conditioner is running in cooling or heating mode. In cooling mode, the upper limit of the fourth temperature range is less than or equal to the lower limit of the third temperature range. In heating mode, the lower limit of the fourth temperature range is greater than or equal to the upper limit of the third temperature range.

[0074] In this embodiment, the air guide plate is in the third preset position, so that the cold or hot air from the pet air conditioner outlet does not flow into the air duct.

[0075] Specifically, taking a pet air conditioner in cooling mode as an example, if the temperature value is in the fourth temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the pet's enclosure is relatively low compared to the pet. In this case, closing the air duct and adjusting the air deflector to the third setting position can prevent cold air from continuing to flow into the enclosure. This way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is low, cold air will no longer be supplied, allowing the temperature inside the enclosure to slowly rise to a suitable range for the pet to rest.

[0076] Specifically, taking a pet air conditioner in heating mode as an example, if the temperature value is in the fourth temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the pet's enclosure is relatively high compared to the pet. In this case, closing the air duct and adjusting the air deflector to the third setting position can prevent hot air from continuing to flow into the enclosure. This way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is too high, hot air will no longer be supplied, allowing the temperature inside the enclosure to slowly decrease to a suitable range for the pet to rest.

[0077] Optionally, the pet air conditioner further includes: a tray disposed at the bottom of the receiving cavity, the tray having a shrinkage hole structure; after obtaining the temperature value inside the receiving cavity, the method further includes: detecting the bottom pressure of the receiving cavity; and controlling the shrinkage hole structure based on the bottom pressure and the temperature value.

[0078] Specifically, a tray is provided at the bottom of the receiving cavity, and the tray has a shrinkage vent structure. When the shrinkage vent structure is open, it can allow cold or hot air to blow directly onto the pet's body.

[0079] Specifically, because young pets have a lower tolerance for cold or hot air, opening the constriction vent and allowing cold or hot air to blow directly onto their bodies could harm them. For example, in cooling mode, if cold air blows directly onto a young pet, it could cause them to catch a cold or develop a fever. Adult pets, on the other hand, have a higher tolerance for cold or hot air, so opening the constriction vent and allowing cold or hot air to blow directly onto their bodies poses a lower risk of harm. Therefore, the constriction vent can be opened when the pet entering the containment chamber is an adult pet.

[0080] Specifically, a pet's weight varies at different ages. After the pet enters the receiving cavity, its weight can be identified based on the pressure at the bottom of the cavity. Therefore, embodiments of this disclosure can control the contraction orifice structure based on the pressure at the bottom of the receiving cavity.

[0081] Specifically, if the temperature of the receiving cavity is suitable, opening the contraction orifice structure to allow cold or hot air to blow directly onto the pet's body will reduce the pet's comfort, and the temperature inside the receiving cavity will not be maintained within a suitable range. Therefore, in controlling the contraction orifice structure based on the bottom pressure of the receiving cavity, this embodiment of the present disclosure also needs to refer to the temperature value inside the receiving cavity.

[0082] In this embodiment, the shrinkage vent structure is controlled based on the bottom pressure and temperature within the containment cavity, ensuring that its operation corresponds to the pet's age and the cavity's temperature. This allows for both increasing the airflow directly to adult pets and decreasing the airflow directly to puppies, while also ensuring that the airflow into the containment cavity corresponds to its temperature. This improves the comfort of adult pets during temperature adjustment and reduces the risk of harm to puppies.

[0083] This disclosure provides another method for controlling a pet air conditioner, such as... Figure 4 As shown, the method includes:

[0084] S401, the processor obtains the temperature value inside the containment cavity when the pet enters the containment cavity.

[0085] S402, the processor controls the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate based on the temperature value inside the cavity.

[0086] S403, the processor detects the bottom pressure of the containment cavity.

[0087] A pressure detection device is installed at the bottom of the receiving cavity, which allows the processor to detect the bottom pressure of the receiving cavity.

[0088] The S404 processor controls the shrinkage pore structure based on the bottom pressure and temperature values.

[0089] In this embodiment, the age of the pet entering the cavity can be determined based on the bottom pressure of the cavity, and the temperature of the cavity can be determined based on the temperature value inside the cavity. Therefore, the shrinkage vent structure is controlled based on the bottom pressure and temperature value. This allows the opening of the shrinkage vent structure to correspond to the pet's age and the temperature of the cavity. This improves the comfort of adult pets and reduces the risk of injury to young pets during temperature regulation.

[0090] Optionally, the contraction orifice structure is controlled based on bottom pressure and temperature values, including: determining the age of the pet entering the receiving cavity based on bottom pressure; opening the contraction orifice structure when the pet is an adult; and adjusting the opening degree of the contraction orifice structure based on temperature values.

[0091] Specifically, a pet's weight varies at different ages, and this weight can be determined by the pressure at the bottom of the pet's diaphragm. Therefore, the age of a pet can be determined based on the pressure at the bottom of the diaphragm.

[0092] Specifically, when the pet is an adult, opening the constriction vent allows cool or warm air to blow directly onto the pet's body, minimizing the risk of harm. Therefore, if the pet is confirmed to be an adult, the constriction vent can be opened to increase the airflow directly onto the pet's body. This allows for rapid cooling or warming of the adult pet's body, improving comfort during temperature adjustment.

[0093] Specifically, when the temperature inside the containment cavity is within a suitable range for pet rest, continuing to open the contraction orifice structure, allowing cold or hot air to continue blowing directly onto the adult pet's body, will reduce the adult pet's comfort. Therefore, this embodiment also requires controlling the opening degree of the contraction orifice structure based on the temperature value inside the containment cavity. This further improves the comfort of the adult pet. Optionally, adjusting the opening degree of the contraction orifice structure based on the temperature value includes: when the temperature value is within a first temperature range, controlling the contraction orifice structure to open to a third degree. In this embodiment, the third degree is the maximum opening degree of the contraction orifice structure.

[0094] Specifically, taking the pet air conditioner in cooling mode as an example, if the temperature is within the first temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is too high for an adult pet. In this case, controlling the opening of the shrink vent structure to the third degree can increase the amount of cold air blown directly onto the adult pet's body. This way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is too high, a large amount of cold air can be blown directly onto the adult pet's body, rapidly cooling them down and improving their comfort during the temperature adjustment process.

[0095] Specifically, taking the pet air conditioner in heating mode as an example, if the temperature is within the first temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is too low for an adult pet. In this case, controlling the opening of the shrink vent structure to the third degree increases the amount of hot air blown directly onto the adult pet's body. This way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is too low, a large amount of hot air can be blown directly onto the adult pet's body, quickly warming them and improving their comfort during temperature adjustment.

[0096] Optionally, adjusting the opening degree of the shrinkage hole structure according to the temperature value includes: when the temperature value is within the second temperature range, controlling the shrinkage hole structure to open to a fourth degree, the fourth degree being smaller than the third degree.

[0097] In this embodiment, the fourth opening is smaller than the third opening, and the fourth opening is half the opening of the contraction hole structure. Specifically, when the contraction hole structure is open at the fourth opening, the amount of airflow directly blowing onto the pet's body is less than the amount of airflow directly blowing onto the pet's body when the contraction hole structure is open at the third opening.

[0098] Specifically, taking a pet air conditioner in cooling mode as an example, if the temperature is in the second temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is relatively high compared to an adult pet. In this case, if the constriction vent structure continues to open to the third degree, allowing a large amount of cold air to blow directly onto the adult pet, it will reduce the adult pet's comfort. Therefore, when the temperature is in the second temperature range, it is necessary to control the constriction vent structure to open to the fourth degree to reduce the amount of cold air blowing directly onto the adult pet. In this way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is high, a small amount of cold air can be directed onto the adult pet's body.

[0099] Specifically, taking a pet air conditioner in heating mode as an example, if the temperature is in the second temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is relatively low compared to an adult pet. In this case, if the constriction vent structure continues to open to the third degree, allowing a large amount of hot air to blow directly onto the adult pet, it will reduce the adult pet's comfort. Therefore, when the temperature is in the second temperature range, it is necessary to control the constriction vent structure to open to the fourth degree to reduce the amount of hot air blowing directly onto the adult pet. In this way, when the temperature inside the enclosure is high, a small amount of hot air can be directed onto the adult pet's body.

[0100] Optionally, the opening of the shrinkage pore structure can be adjusted according to the temperature value, including closing the shrinkage pore structure when the temperature value is in the third or fourth temperature range.

[0101] Specifically, taking the pet air conditioner in cooling mode as an example:

[0102] If the temperature value is within the third temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is suitable for an adult pet. In this case, continuing to keep the constriction vent open, allowing cold air to blow directly onto the adult pet, would reduce the pet's comfort. Therefore, when the first temperature value is within the third temperature range, the constriction vent should be closed to reduce the amount of cold air blowing directly onto the adult pet. This reduces the likelihood of the constriction vent remaining open and cold air blowing directly onto the adult pet when the temperature inside the enclosure is suitable.

[0103] If the temperature value is in the fourth temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is relatively low compared to an adult pet. In this case, continuing to open the constriction vent and allowing cold air to blow directly onto the adult pet would reduce their comfort. Therefore, when the temperature value is in the fourth temperature range, the constriction vent should be closed to reduce the amount of cold air blowing directly onto the adult pet. This reduces the likelihood of the constriction vent remaining open and allowing cold air to blow directly onto the adult pet to cool them down when the temperature inside the enclosure is already low.

[0104] Specifically, taking the pet air conditioner in heating mode as an example:

[0105] If the temperature value is within the third temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the containment cavity is suitable for an adult pet. In this case, continuing to keep the constriction vent open, allowing hot air to blow directly onto the adult pet, would reduce the pet's comfort. Therefore, when the first temperature value is within the third temperature range, the constriction vent should be closed to reduce the amount of hot air blowing directly onto the adult pet. This reduces the likelihood of the constriction vent remaining open and hot air blowing directly onto the adult pet when the temperature inside the containment cavity is suitable.

[0106] If the temperature value is within the fourth temperature range, it indicates that the current temperature inside the enclosure is relatively high compared to an adult pet. In this case, continuing to open the constriction vent structure and allowing hot air to blow directly onto the adult pet will reduce the pet's comfort. Therefore, when the temperature value is within the fourth temperature range, the constriction vent structure needs to be closed to reduce the amount of hot air blowing directly onto the adult pet. This reduces the likelihood of the constriction vent structure remaining open and hot air blowing directly onto the adult pet to keep them warm when the temperature inside the enclosure is already high.

[0107] Optionally, the age group of the pet can be determined based on the bottom pressure, including: determining the pet to be a puppy if the bottom pressure is within the first pressure range.

[0108] Specifically, the first pressure range is the pressure range corresponding to the weight of a pet in its puppy stage. In other words, if the bottom pressure is within the first pressure range, it indicates that the weight of the pet entering the containment cavity is within the weight range of a puppy. Therefore, if the bottom pressure is within the first pressure range, the pet's age can be determined to be that of a puppy.

[0109] Optionally, the pet's age group can be determined based on the bottom pressure, including determining the pet as an adult pet if the bottom pressure is in the second pressure range.

[0110] Specifically, the second pressure range corresponds to the weight of an adult pet. It can be understood that the lower limit of the second pressure range is greater than the upper limit of the first pressure range. In other words, if the bottom pressure is within the second pressure range, it indicates that the pet entering the containment cavity is within the weight range of an adult pet. Therefore, if the bottom pressure is within the second pressure range, the pet's age can be determined to be that of an adult pet.

[0111] It's important to note that the primary and secondary stress ranges differ depending on the pet species. For example, the primary and secondary stress ranges for cats and dogs are different. Even within the same species, different breeds will have different primary and secondary stress ranges. For instance, the primary and secondary stress ranges for a Poodle and a Golden Retriever are different.

[0112] For example, taking a pet cat as an example, the corresponding first pressure range is 1N to 10N, and the second pressure range is 10N to 55N.

[0113] This disclosure provides another method for controlling a pet air conditioner, such as... Figure 5 As shown, the method includes:

[0114] S501, the processor obtains the temperature value inside the containment cavity when the pet enters the containment cavity.

[0115] S502, the processor controls the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate based on the temperature value inside the cavity.

[0116] S503, the processor detects the bottom pressure of the containment cavity.

[0117] S504, the processor determines that the pet is a young pet when the bottom pressure is within the first pressure range.

[0118] The first pressure range is the pressure range corresponding to the weight of a pet in its puppy stage.

[0119] The S505 processor determines that the pet is an adult pet when the bottom pressure is in the second pressure range.

[0120] The second pressure range is the pressure range corresponding to the weight of a pet in its adult stage.

[0121] S506, the processor features a shrink-hole structure.

[0122] S507, the processor adjusts the opening of the shrinkage pore structure according to the temperature value.

[0123] In this embodiment, the pet's age can be accurately determined based on the pressure range at the bottom. Thus, when the pet is determined to be an adult, the constriction vent structure can be activated to increase the amount of cold or hot air blown directly onto the pet, allowing for rapid cooling or warming of the adult pet's body, thus improving the adult pet's comfort.

[0124] Optionally, the method further includes: issuing an alarm message and disconnecting the power supply to the pet air conditioner when the bottom pressure is greater than the set pressure; wherein the set pressure is greater than the upper limit of the second pressure range.

[0125] In this embodiment, if the bottom pressure exceeds the set pressure, it indicates that the weight of the pet entering the containment cavity exceeds the maximum weight set for that type of pet. In this case, it can be determined that the pet entering is not the pet-specific air conditioner. Therefore, when the bottom pressure exceeds the set pressure, it can be determined that the pet air conditioner is malfunctioning, and an alarm message needs to be sent and the power supply to the pet air conditioner needs to be cut off. This improves the reliability of the pet air conditioner's operation.

[0126] Optionally, the first, second, third, and fourth temperature ranges of the pet air conditioner differ in cooling mode and in heating mode.

[0127] Optionally, the values ​​for the first, second, third, and fourth temperature ranges may differ depending on the pet's age.

[0128] For example, when the pet is a young pet and the pet air conditioner is in cooling mode: the first temperature range is T > 35℃; the second temperature range is 32℃ < T ≤ 35℃; the third temperature range is 26℃ < T ≤ 32℃; and the fourth temperature range is T ≤ 26℃. Here, T represents the temperature value.

[0129] For example, when the pet is a young pet and the pet air conditioner is in heating mode: the first temperature range is T < 20℃; the second temperature range is 20℃ < T ≤ 26℃; the third temperature range is 26℃ < T ≤ 32℃; and the fourth temperature range is T ≥ 32℃. Here, T represents the temperature value.

[0130] For example, when the pet is an adult pet and the pet air conditioner is in cooling mode: the first temperature range is T > 35℃; the second temperature range is 26℃ < T ≤ 35℃; the third temperature range is 20℃ < T ≤ 26℃; and the fourth temperature range is T ≤ 20℃.

[0131] For example, when the pet is an adult and the pet air conditioner is in heating mode: the first temperature range is T < 15℃; the second temperature range is 15℃ < T ≤ 20℃; the third temperature range is 20℃ < T ≤ 26℃; and the fourth temperature range is T > 26℃. Here, T represents the temperature value.

[0132] Combination Figure 6 As shown, this disclosure provides a device 600 for controlling a pet air conditioner, including a processor 601 and a memory 602. Optionally, the device 600 for controlling a pet air conditioner may further include a communication interface 603 and a bus 604. The processor 601, communication interface 603, and memory 602 can communicate with each other via the bus 604. The communication interface 603 can be used for information transmission. The processor 601 can call logical instructions in the memory 602 to execute the method for controlling a pet air conditioner described in the above embodiment.

[0133] Furthermore, the logic instructions in the aforementioned memory 602 can be implemented as software functional units and, when sold or used as independent products, can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium.

[0134] The memory 602, 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 disclosure. The processor 601 executes functional applications and data processing by running the program instructions / modules stored in the memory 602, that is, it implements the method for controlling a pet air conditioner in the above embodiments.

[0135] The memory 602 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 602 may include high-speed random access memory and may also include non-volatile memory.

[0136] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment of the disclosure provides a pet air conditioner 10, which includes a main body 100, an air duct 200, and an air guide plate 300. The main body 100 includes a receiving cavity 110, and a temperature detection device (not shown) is disposed in the receiving cavity 110 to detect the temperature value inside the receiving cavity 110. The air duct 200 is connected to the receiving cavity 110. The air guide plate 300 is disposed at one end of the air duct 200 and is used to adjust the airflow into the air duct 200. The opening degree of the air duct 200 and the position of the air guide plate 300 correspond to the temperature value inside the receiving cavity 110.

[0137] Specifically, the position diagram of the air guide plate 400 when it is in the first set position, the second set position, or the third set position is as follows: Figure 7 As shown.

[0138] In this embodiment, the opening degree of the air duct 200 and the position of the air guide plate 300 correspond to the temperature value inside the receiving cavity 110. That is, in this embodiment, the air volume supplied to the receiving cavity 100 is adjusted by controlling the position of the air guide plate 300 and the opening degree of the air duct 200 according to the temperature value inside the receiving cavity 110. Therefore, during the temperature adjustment process, there is no need to frequently adjust the speed of the pet air conditioner 10 fan. This reduces the energy consumption of the pet air conditioner 10 and improves the service life of the fan.

[0139] Optionally, such as Figure 2 and Figure 8 As shown, the pet air conditioner 10 also includes a tray 400. The tray 400 is located at the bottom of the receiving cavity 110, and a contraction structure 410 is provided on the tray 400. Specifically, controlling the opening of the contraction structure 410 can increase the volume of cold or hot air blown directly onto the pet's body.

[0140] Optionally, the pet air conditioner also includes a pressure detection device 500. The pressure detection device 500 is disposed at the bottom of the receiving cavity 110 and is used to detect the bottom pressure of the receiving cavity 110.

[0141] Specifically, the age of the pet entering the receiving cavity 110 can be determined based on the bottom pressure detected by the pressure detection device 500.

[0142] Optionally, the device 600 for controlling the pet air conditioner is installed in the body 100 of the pet air conditioner 10. The installation relationship described herein is not limited to placement within the body 100, but also includes installation connections with other components of the pet air conditioner 10, including but not limited to physical connections, electrical connections, or signal transmission connections. Those skilled in the art will understand that the device 600 for controlling the pet air conditioner can be adapted to any feasible body 100 of the pet air conditioner 10, thereby realizing other feasible embodiments.

[0143] This disclosure provides a storage medium storing computer-executable instructions configured to perform the above-described method for controlling a pet air conditioner.

[0144] The aforementioned storage medium can be a transient computer-readable storage medium or a non-transitory computer-readable storage medium.

[0145] The technical solutions of this disclosure 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 method described in this disclosure. The aforementioned storage medium can be a non-transitory storage medium, including: a USB flash drive, a portable hard drive, a read-only memory (ROM), a random access memory (RAM), a magnetic disk, or an optical disk, and other media capable of storing program code; it can also be a transient storage medium.

[0146] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of this disclosure 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 operation 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. Similarly, the term “and / or” as used in this application means including one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations thereof. Additionally, when used in this application, the term "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. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprises a..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, or apparatus that includes said element. In this document, each embodiment may focus on 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, the relevant parts can be referred to the description of the method section.

[0147] 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 disclosure. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of code containing 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 that 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. In the descriptions corresponding to the flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings, the operations or steps corresponding to different blocks may also occur in a different order than disclosed in the description, and sometimes there is no specific order between different operations or steps. For example, two consecutive operations or steps may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. Each block in a block diagram and / or flowchart, and combinations of blocks in a block diagram and / or flowchart, can 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 a pet air conditioner, the pet air conditioner comprising: The main body includes a receiving cavity; an air duct connected to the receiving cavity; and an air guide plate located at one end of the air duct to regulate the airflow into the air duct. A tray, disposed at the bottom of the receiving cavity, is provided with a shrinkage hole structure; characterized in that the method includes: When a pet enters the containment chamber, the temperature value inside the containment chamber is obtained; The opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate are controlled according to the temperature value inside the cavity; Detect the pressure at the bottom of the containment cavity; The shrinkage vent structure is controlled based on the bottom pressure and temperature of the containment cavity, so that the opening of the shrinkage vent structure corresponds to the pet's age and the temperature of the containment cavity.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Based on the temperature inside the cavity, the opening of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate are controlled, including: When the temperature is within the first temperature range, control the air duct to open to the first degree and adjust the air guide plate to the first set position; or When the temperature is within the second temperature range, the air duct is opened to a first degree, and the air guide plate is adjusted to a second set position. When the air guide plate is in the second set position, the airflow into the air duct is less than the airflow into the air duct when the air guide plate is in the first set position; or When the temperature is within the third temperature range, control the air duct to open to a second degree and adjust the air guide plate to a second set position, where the second degree of opening is less than the first degree; or When the temperature is in the fourth temperature range, close the air duct and adjust the air guide plate to the third set position.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shrinkage pore structure is controlled based on the bottom pressure and temperature values, including: The age range of the pet entering the containment cavity is determined based on the bottom pressure. When the pet is an adult, the shrink vent structure is activated; Adjust the opening of the shrinkage pore structure according to the temperature value.

4. The method according to claim 3, characterized in that, Adjusting the opening of the shrinkage pore structure according to the temperature value includes: When the temperature is within the first temperature range, control the shrinkage pore structure to open to the third degree; or When the temperature is within the second temperature range, the shrinkage pore structure is controlled to open to a fourth degree, which is smaller than the third degree; or When the temperature is in the third or fourth temperature range, close the shrinkage pore structure.

5. The method according to claim 3, characterized in that, Based on the bottom pressure, determine the age range of the pet entering the containment cavity, including: If the bottom pressure is within the first pressure range, the pet is determined to be a puppy; or If the bottom pressure is within the second pressure range, the pet is determined to be an adult pet.

6. A device for controlling a pet air conditioner, comprising a processor and a memory storing program instructions, characterized in that, The processor is configured to, when executing the program instructions, perform the method for controlling a pet air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.

7. A pet air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The main body includes a receiving cavity, and a temperature detection device is installed inside the receiving cavity to detect the temperature value inside the receiving cavity. A pressure detection device is installed at the bottom of the receiving cavity to detect the bottom pressure of the receiving cavity; The air duct connects to the receiving cavity; An air guide plate, located at one end of the air duct, is used to regulate the airflow into the air duct. A tray is provided at the bottom of the receiving cavity, and the tray is provided with a shrinkage hole structure; The device for controlling a pet air conditioner as described in claim 6; The opening degree of the air duct and the position of the air guide plate correspond to the temperature value inside the cavity.

8. A storage medium storing program instructions, characterized in that, When the program instructions are executed, they perform the method for controlling a pet air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.

Images