Vehicle integrated machine air conditioner and control method of vehicle integrated machine air conditioner

Abstract

The present application belongs to the technical field of air conditioners, and specifically provides a vehicle-mounted integrated machine air conditioner and a control method of the vehicle-mounted integrated machine air conditioner. The present application aims to solve the problem that when the parking position of a vehicle has a large slope, the condensate water of the air conditioner is not easy to drain, resulting in poor user experience. To this end, the vehicle-mounted integrated machine air conditioner comprises an air conditioner body, a level detection device and a level adjusting device installed on the air conditioner body; the level detection device is arranged to detect the levelness of the air conditioner body and obtain the inclination angle of the air conditioner body relative to the horizontal plane; and the level adjusting device is arranged to adjust the position of the air conditioner body so as to adjust the levelness of the air conditioner body. The vehicle-mounted integrated machine air conditioner can level the air conditioner body before the air conditioner is turned on, thereby improving the user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of air conditioner technology, specifically providing a vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner and a control method for the vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] An in-vehicle integrated air conditioner is an in-vehicle air conditioner used to regulate and control parameters such as temperature, humidity, and airflow rate of the air inside the vehicle, thereby meeting the user's needs for indoor air quality.

[0003] In-vehicle integrated air conditioning units are installed on the vehicle's roof and must be parallel to the roof during installation. However, when the vehicle is parked on a steep slope, the vehicle roof will be at an angle to the horizontal plane, resulting in an angle between the integrated air conditioning unit and the horizontal plane. In this parking situation, the condensate produced during air conditioning operation is not easily drained from the drain hole, which can cause water to drip into the room and affect the air conditioning's cooling and heating efficiency, thus impacting the user experience.

[0004] Accordingly, a new technical solution is needed in this field to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The present invention aims to solve the above-mentioned technical problem, namely, to solve the problem that when the vehicle is parked on a steep slope, the condensate from the air conditioner is not easily discharged, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present invention provides an integrated vehicle air conditioner, the integrated vehicle air conditioner including an air conditioner body and a level detection device and a level adjustment device installed on the air conditioner body; the level detection device is configured to detect the levelness of the air conditioner body and to obtain the tilt angle of the air conditioner body relative to the horizontal plane; the level adjustment device is configured to adjust the position of the air conditioner body to adjust the levelness of the air conditioner body.

[0007] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner, the vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner further includes a mounting plate, the air conditioner body is mounted on one side of the mounting plate and is arranged parallel to the mounting plate, and the leveling device is mounted on the mounting plate to adjust the position of the mounting plate and the air conditioner body, thereby adjusting the levelness of the air conditioner body.

[0008] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner, the level detection device is installed on the mounting plate.

[0009] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner, the mounting plate is located below the air conditioner body.

[0010] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner, the level detection device is an electronic level, or the level detection device is an inclinometer.

[0011] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner, the horizontal adjustment device includes four adjustment components. The four adjustment components are located at the four corners of the air conditioner body and are arranged in a rectangular shape. The adjustment components are configured to drive the air conditioner body to rise and fall in the vertical direction.

[0012] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner, the long side of the rectangle is parallel to the length direction of the air conditioner body, and the short side of the rectangle is parallel to the width direction of the air conditioner body.

[0013] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner, the adjustment component is a hydraulic push rod, or the adjustment component is an electric lead screw, or the adjustment component is an airbag.

[0014] With the above technical solution adopted, the in-vehicle integrated air conditioner of the present invention is equipped with a level detection device and a level adjustment device. The level detection device is used to detect the levelness of the air conditioner body and obtain the tilt angle of the air conditioner body relative to the horizontal plane. The level adjustment device can adjust the levelness of the air conditioner body. With this configuration, when the level detection device detects that the air conditioner body has a tilt angle relative to the horizontal plane, or when the tilt angle is large, the level adjustment device can adjust the levelness of the air conditioner body to a horizontal (or near-horizontal) state. This allows the condensate water generated during the operation of the air conditioner to be discharged smoothly, effectively preventing water dripping indoors. At the same time, it also prevents the cooling and heating effects of the air conditioner from being affected by excessive condensate water accumulation, thus improving the user experience.

[0015] Furthermore, by setting up an installation plate to mount the air conditioner unit and the leveling device, the stability of the air conditioner unit can be improved. The leveling device directly adjusts the level of the installation plate, thereby changing the level of the air conditioner unit. With this setup, the air conditioner unit can remain stable and not shake when adjusting its level, and the structure of the air conditioner unit will not be damaged by raising or lowering one end, thus extending the service life of the air conditioner.

[0016] Furthermore, the level detection device is mounted on the mounting plate, which facilitates assembly and protects the air conditioner unit from damage.

[0017] Furthermore, by placing the mounting plate below the air conditioner unit, the mounting plate is installed on the roof of the vehicle, and the air conditioner unit is located above the roof, ensuring the stability of the air conditioner unit and making the installation more secure.

[0018] Furthermore, the horizontal adjustment device is configured as four rectangular adjustment components, which facilitates assembly and corresponds to two directions respectively, making adjustment easier. In addition, it is convenient to locate the adjustment component that needs to be operated, making it more convenient to use.

[0019] In a second aspect, the present invention provides a control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner. After receiving an instruction to start the air conditioner, the control method includes: acquiring the tilt angle detected by the level detection device; selectively operating the level adjustment device and selectively starting the air conditioner according to the tilt angle.

[0020] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner, the tilt angle includes a first tilt angle in a first preset direction and a second tilt angle in a second preset direction, wherein the first preset direction is perpendicular to the second preset direction; the step of "selectively operating the leveling device and selectively starting the air conditioner according to the tilt angle" specifically includes: comparing the first tilt angle with the first preset angle; comparing the second tilt angle with the second preset angle; and selectively operating the leveling device and selectively starting the air conditioner according to the comparison result.

[0021] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned control method for an integrated vehicle air conditioner, the step of "selectively operating the leveling device and selectively starting the air conditioner according to the comparison result" specifically includes: if the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle or the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle, then the leveling device is operated, and the air conditioner is selectively started according to the operation result of the leveling device; if the first tilt angle is not greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is not greater than the second preset angle, then the leveling device is not operated, and the air conditioner is started.

[0022] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned control method for an integrated vehicle air conditioner, the step of "operating the horizontal adjustment device" specifically includes: determining a first adjustment parameter corresponding to the horizontal adjustment device in the first preset direction based on the first tilt angle; and / or determining a second adjustment parameter corresponding to the horizontal adjustment device in the second preset direction based on the second tilt angle; and operating the horizontal adjustment device according to the first adjustment parameter and / or the second adjustment parameter.

[0023] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioning control method, the step of "selectively starting the air conditioner according to the operation result of the leveling device" specifically includes: after the leveling device stops operating, the air conditioner is started.

[0024] In the preferred technical solution of the above-mentioned control method for an integrated vehicle air conditioner, the step of "selectively starting the air conditioner according to the operation result of the leveling device" specifically includes: after the leveling device stops operating, the air conditioner is not started, and the process returns to the step of "obtaining the tilt angle detected by the leveling detection device".

[0025] In the preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner, before executing the step "acquiring the tilt angle detected by the level detection device", the control method further includes: determining whether the vehicle is in a parked state; if the vehicle is in a parked state, then executing "acquiring the tilt angle detected by the level detection device"; if the vehicle is not in a parked state, then not executing "acquiring the tilt angle detected by the level detection device".

[0026] When the above technical solution is adopted, the control method of the present invention obtains the tilt angle detected by the level detection device, and selectively operates the level adjustment device and selectively starts the air conditioner according to the tilt angle. In this control method, the level of the air conditioner body is detected before the air conditioner is started and the tilt angle of the air conditioner body relative to the horizontal plane is obtained. Then, the level adjustment device is selectively operated to adjust the level of the air conditioner body and the air conditioner is selectively started according to the tilt angle. This ensures that the air conditioner body is adjusted to a set level state before the air conditioner is started, thereby ensuring that the condensate water generated during the operation of the air conditioner can be discharged smoothly. On the one hand, it can prevent water dripping in the room, and on the other hand, it can avoid the accumulation of condensate water to ensure the normal operation of the air conditioner, thereby maintaining the excellent cooling and heating effect of the air conditioner and improving the user experience.

[0027] Furthermore, the tilt angle includes a first tilt angle in a first preset direction and a second tilt angle in a second preset direction, the first preset direction and the second preset direction being perpendicular. The step of "selectively operating the horizontal adjustment device and selectively starting the air conditioner according to the tilt angle" specifically includes: comparing the first tilt angle with the first preset angle; comparing the second tilt angle with the second preset angle; and selectively operating the horizontal adjustment device and selectively starting the air conditioner according to the comparison result. This control method, by setting the tilt angle to two vertical directions (first and second tilt angles), makes it easier to determine the tilt state of the air conditioner body and allows for adjustment in two directions, facilitating subsequent control operations. The comparison and judgment process of comparing the first tilt angle with the first preset angle and the second tilt angle with the second preset angle is simple and convenient for control execution.

[0028] Furthermore, the step of "operating the leveling device" specifically includes: determining the first adjustment parameter corresponding to the leveling device in the first preset direction based on the first tilt angle, and / or determining the second adjustment parameter corresponding to the leveling device in the second preset direction based on the second tilt angle, so that the leveling device operates according to the first adjustment parameter and / or the second adjustment parameter; this setting method, before actual adjustment, first obtains the adjustment parameter in the preset direction, and then controls the leveling device to adjust in its preset direction according to the adjustment parameter, with high adjustment accuracy, so that the air conditioner body can be restored to a level state with one adjustment.

[0029] Furthermore, after the leveling device stops operating, the air conditioner is not started, and the process returns to the step "obtain the tilt angle detected by the leveling detection device". This setting ensures that after the level of the air conditioner body is adjusted, the adjusted tilt angle is obtained again and the detection is performed again, so as to ensure that the air conditioner body meets certain level conditions when it starts up, thereby improving the user experience.

[0030] Furthermore, before executing the step "obtain the tilt angle detected by the level detection device", it is first determined whether the vehicle is in a parked state. Only when the vehicle is in a parked state is the "obtain the tilt angle detected by the level detection device" executed. This control method can avoid the air conditioner from running due to a mistaken start command while the vehicle is in motion, thus saving energy. Attached Figure Description

[0031] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0032] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the in-vehicle integrated air conditioner of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 2 This is a flowchart of the main steps of the vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioning control method of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 3 This is a flowchart detailing the steps in an embodiment of the vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioning control method of the present invention.

[0035] List of reference numerals :

[0036] 1. Air conditioner body; 2. Mounting plate; 3. Level detection device; 4. Level adjustment device; 41. Adjustment components. Detailed Implementation

[0037] Preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Those skilled in the art should understand that these embodiments merely explain the technical principles of the present invention and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0038] It should be noted that in the description of this invention, terms such as "above" and "below" indicating directional or positional relationships are based on the directional or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. This is merely for ease of description and does not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation of this invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are descriptive only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0039] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through other components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0040] As mentioned in the background art, when the parking position has a large slope, the condensate from the air conditioner is difficult to drain, easily causing water dripping inside the room. Furthermore, a large accumulation of condensate can affect the cooling and heating performance of the air conditioner, thus impacting the user experience. The in-vehicle integrated air conditioner of this invention is equipped with a level detection device and a level adjustment device. The level detection device detects the levelness of the air conditioner unit and obtains its tilt angle relative to the horizontal plane. The level adjustment device can adjust the levelness of the air conditioner unit. Therefore, when the level detection device detects a tilt angle or a large tilt angle, the level adjustment device can adjust the air conditioner unit to a horizontal (or near-horizontal) position, thereby ensuring smooth drainage of the condensate generated during air conditioner operation and improving the user experience.

[0041] Specifically, such as Figure 1 As shown, the in-vehicle integrated air conditioner of the present invention includes an air conditioner body 1, a controller (not shown in the figure), and a level detection device 3 and a level adjustment device 4 installed on the air conditioner body 1. Both the level detection device 3 and the level adjustment device 4 are communicatively connected to the controller. The controller can acquire the detection data of the level detection device 3 and control the operation of the level adjustment device 4. The controller can also execute the control method of the present invention.

[0042] The level detection device 3 is configured to detect the levelness of the air conditioner body 1 and obtain the tilt angle of the air conditioner body 1 relative to the horizontal plane. The level detection device 3 detects the tilt angle of the air conditioner body 1 relative to the horizontal plane and transmits the detected data to the controller so that the controller can determine whether the air conditioner body 1 needs to be leveled based on the tilt angle.

[0043] The leveling device 4 is configured to adjust the position of the air conditioner body 1, thereby adjusting the levelness of the air conditioner body 1. When the air conditioner body 1 has a large tilt angle with the horizontal plane, the controller controls the leveling device 4 to operate, adjusting the position of the air conditioner body 1, thereby adjusting the levelness of the air conditioner body 1.

[0044] The in-vehicle integrated air conditioner of the present invention uses a level detection device 3 to detect the levelness of the air conditioner body 1 and a level adjustment device 4 to adjust the levelness of the air conditioner body 1. The level detection device 3 and the level adjustment device 4 work together to level the air conditioner body 1 and maintain a certain level. This allows the air conditioner to smoothly discharge the condensate generated during operation, effectively preventing water dripping indoors. At the same time, it also prevents the air conditioner from being affected by excessive condensate accumulation, ensuring normal operation of the air conditioner and improving the user experience.

[0045] In this embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, the vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner of the present invention also includes a mounting plate 2. The air conditioner body 1 is mounted on one side of the mounting plate 2 and is arranged parallel to the mounting plate 2. A horizontal adjustment device 4 is mounted on the mounting plate 2 so as to adjust the position of the mounting plate 2 and the air conditioner body 1, thereby adjusting the horizontality of the air conditioner body 1.

[0046] The installation plate 2 is further provided to install the air conditioner body 1, which can improve the stability of the air conditioner body 1 after installation. In addition, the leveling device 4 is also installed on the installation plate 2. The leveling device 4 directly adjusts the level of the installation plate 2, thereby changing the level of the air conditioner body 1. With this setting, the air conditioner body 1 is not easy to shake when adjusting the level, the stability is better, and the internal structure of the air conditioner body 1 will not be damaged by adjusting only one end, thus improving the service life of the air conditioner.

[0047] Although the air conditioner body 1 and the leveling device 4 are installed by setting the mounting plate 2 in the above embodiment, this should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. In practical applications, the mounting plate 2 may be omitted, and the leveling device 4 may be directly installed on the air conditioner body 1. Such adjustments and changes to the specific connection method between the air conditioner body 1 and the leveling device 4 do not deviate from the basic principles of the present invention and should be limited to the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0048] In this embodiment, the level detection device 3 is mounted on the mounting plate 2. The air conditioner body 1 is arranged parallel to the mounting plate 2. By mounting the level detection device 3 on the mounting plate 2, the level detection device 3 can directly detect the tilt angle of the mounting plate 2 relative to the horizontal plane, which is also the tilt angle of the air conditioner body 1 relative to the horizontal plane. This arrangement facilitates the installation of the level detection device 3 without damaging the structure of the air conditioner body 1.

[0049] In addition, in other embodiments, the level detection device 3 may be installed on the air conditioner body 1.

[0050] Preferably, such as Figure 1 As shown, the mounting plate 2 is located below the air conditioner body 1.

[0051] The mounting plate 2 is placed below the air conditioner body 1. When the vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner is installed on the vehicle, the mounting plate 2 is connected to the roof of the vehicle through the horizontal adjustment device 4, and the air conditioner body 1 is located above the roof, making the air conditioner body 1 more stable after installation.

[0052] Although the mounting plate 2 is positioned below the air conditioner body 1 in the above embodiment, this should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. In practical applications, the mounting plate 2 can also be positioned above the air conditioner body 1, so that when the integrated vehicle air conditioner is installed in the vehicle, the air conditioner body 1 faces inward. Such adjustments and changes to the relative positions of the mounting plate 2 and the air conditioner body 1 do not deviate from the basic principles of the present invention and should be limited to the scope of protection of the present invention. Of course, the embodiment described above, in which the mounting plate 2 is positioned below the air conditioner body 1, is preferred, as it provides higher stability and greater ease of use for the air conditioner body 1 after installation.

[0053] In this embodiment, the level detection device 3 is an electronic level.

[0054] In another embodiment, the horizontal detection device 3 is an inclinometer.

[0055] It should be noted that the present invention does not impose any restrictions on the specific structure of the level detection device 3, as long as the level detection device 3 can detect the levelness of the air conditioner body 1 and obtain the tilt angle of the air conditioner body 1 relative to the horizontal plane. In practical applications, those skilled in the art can design the structure of the level detection device 3 according to actual needs. Therefore, the specific implementation of the level detection device 3 in the above embodiments should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0056] In this embodiment, such as Figure 1As shown, the horizontal adjustment device 4 includes four adjustment components 41, which are located at the four corners of the air conditioner body 1 and are arranged in a rectangular shape. The adjustment components 41 are configured to drive the air conditioner body 1 to rise and fall in the vertical direction.

[0057] By configuring the horizontal adjustment device 4 into four rectangular adjustment components 41, the horizontal and vertical directions can be adjusted separately, which facilitates the adjustment operation and makes it easier to calculate the parameters to be adjusted for each adjustment component 41, making it more convenient to use.

[0058] Although the leveling device 4 is configured with four adjustment components 41 in the above embodiment, this should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. Any leveling device 4 capable of adjusting the levelness of the air conditioner body 1 is acceptable. In practical applications, the leveling device 4 can also be configured with three adjustment components 41 arranged in a triangular pattern. Such adjustments and changes to the specific structure of the leveling device 4 do not deviate from the basic principles of the present invention and should be limited to the scope of protection of the present invention. Of course, the above-described embodiment of the leveling device 4 including four adjustment components 41 is preferred, as this configuration provides better installation stability of the air conditioner body 1 and facilitates adjustment and use.

[0059] In a preferred embodiment, the long side of the rectangle is parallel to the length direction of the air conditioner body 1, and the short side of the rectangle is parallel to the width direction of the air conditioner body 1. This arrangement allows for better adjustment of the level of the air conditioner body 1 during use, facilitates the positioning of the adjustment component 41, and makes it easier to install the adjustment component 41.

[0060] In this embodiment, the adjusting component 41 is a hydraulic push rod.

[0061] In another embodiment, the adjusting component 41 is an electric lead screw.

[0062] In another embodiment, the adjustment component 41 is an airbag.

[0063] It should be noted that the present invention does not impose any limitations on the specific structure of the adjusting component 41, as long as the adjusting component 41 can drive the object connected to it to move in the vertical direction to adjust its height. In practical applications, those skilled in the art can design the structure of the adjusting component 41 according to actual needs. Therefore, the specific implementation of the adjusting component 41 in the above embodiments should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention, and should be limited to the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0064] Of course, it is preferable to set the adjustment component 41 as a hydraulic push rod or an electric lead screw. This provides better stability and is more convenient to use when adjusting the level of the air conditioner body 1.

[0065] Finally, in addition to the above-mentioned structure, the vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner of the present invention also includes a compressor, condenser, evaporator, fan and other structures in its air conditioner body. The specific structures of the compressor, condenser, evaporator and fan and other components adopt the existing technology structure, and will not be described in detail here.

[0066] Furthermore, this invention also protects a control method for an integrated vehicle air conditioner, applied to the integrated vehicle air conditioner in the above embodiments. This control method can better control the operation of the leveling device, thereby ensuring that the air conditioner only starts operating after reaching a certain level, improving the user experience.

[0067] Specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, when the controller receives a command to start the air conditioner (e.g., a start command sent via a mobile app, a start command sent via a remote control, or a start command triggered by a button on the air conditioner), the control method of the in-vehicle integrated air conditioner of the present invention includes the following steps:

[0068] S1: Obtain the tilt angle detected by the horizontal detection device.

[0069] S2: Depending on the tilt angle, selectively operate the leveling device and selectively start the air conditioner.

[0070] The control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner of the present invention acquires the tilt angle detected by a level detection device, and determines whether the air conditioner body is level based on the tilt angle. This further determines whether a leveling device is needed to adjust the level of the air conditioner body, and selectively activates the air conditioner. Before activating the air conditioner, this control method detects the level of the air conditioner body and acquires its tilt angle relative to the horizontal plane. Based on the tilt angle, it selectively activates the leveling device to adjust the level of the air conditioner body and selectively activates the air conditioner. This ensures that the air conditioner body maintains a certain level before activation, thereby ensuring that the condensate generated during air conditioner operation can be smoothly discharged. This prevents indoor dripping and avoids condensate accumulation, allowing the air conditioner to operate normally, ensuring air conditioner performance, and improving user experience.

[0071] It should be noted that this invention does not limit the number and direction of the tilt angles in step S1. In practical applications, those skilled in the art can set the required number and direction of the tilt angles according to actual needs. For example, the tilt angle can be a tilt angle corresponding to the current tilt state, and its corresponding tilt direction is the actual tilt direction; or, the tilt angle can be two tilt angles corresponding to the current tilt angle decomposed into two set directions, and so on. Such adjustments and changes to the number and corresponding directions of the tilt angles in practical applications do not deviate from the basic principles of this invention and should be limited to the protection scope of this invention.

[0072] Furthermore, the present invention does not impose any restrictions on the detailed steps of step S2. As long as the specific manner in which the horizontal adjustment device is selectively operated and the air conditioner is selectively started according to the tilt angle, it should be limited to the protection scope of the present invention.

[0073] In one feasible implementation, the judgment is made directly based on the tilt angle. Specifically, when the tilt angle is 0, the leveling device is not operated, and the air conditioner is started; when the tilt angle is not 0, the air conditioner is not started, and the leveling device is operated to adjust the level of the air conditioner body until the tilt angle is 0, and then the air conditioner is started.

[0074] In another feasible implementation, the tilt angle is compared with a preset angle, and based on the comparison result, the leveling device is selectively operated while the air conditioner is started. Specifically, when the tilt angle is not greater than the preset angle, the leveling device is not operated while the air conditioner is started; when the tilt angle is greater than the preset angle, the air conditioner is not started, and the leveling device is operated to adjust the level of the air conditioner body. After adjustment, the air conditioner is started.

[0075] The control method of the vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner of the present invention will be described in detail below through a specific embodiment.

[0076] In this embodiment, the tilt angle includes a first tilt angle in a first preset direction and a second tilt angle in a second preset direction, wherein the first preset direction is perpendicular to the second preset direction.

[0077] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, after receiving the command to start the air conditioner, the control method of the in-vehicle integrated air conditioner in this embodiment specifically includes the following steps:

[0078] S1: Obtain the first tilt angle in the first preset direction and the second tilt angle in the second preset direction detected by the horizontal detection device, wherein the first preset direction and the second preset direction are perpendicular.

[0079] In this embodiment, for ease of judgment and control, the first preset direction is set as the length direction of the air conditioner body, which is parallel to the length direction of the vehicle. The second preset direction is set as the width direction of the air conditioner body, which is parallel to the width direction of the vehicle. Furthermore, the first preset direction includes both positive and negative directions. Within the straight line containing the first preset direction, the direction towards the front of the vehicle is defined as the first preset positive direction, and the direction towards the rear of the vehicle is defined as the first preset negative direction. The second preset direction also includes both positive and negative directions. Taking the direction where the front of the vehicle is located as the forward direction, within the straight line containing the second preset direction, the direction towards the left is defined as the second preset positive direction, and the direction towards the right is defined as the second preset negative direction.

[0080] Specifically, based on the above settings, when the first tilt angle is formed in the first preset positive direction, it means that the end of the air conditioning unit near the front of the vehicle is higher than the end of the air conditioning unit near the rear of the vehicle; when the first tilt angle is formed in the first preset negative direction, it means that the end of the air conditioning unit near the front of the vehicle is lower than the end of the air conditioning unit near the rear of the vehicle. When the second tilt angle is formed in the second preset positive direction, it means that the end of the air conditioning unit near the left side is higher than the end of the air conditioning unit near the right side; when the second tilt angle is formed in the second preset negative direction, it means that the end of the air conditioning unit near the left side is lower than the end of the air conditioning unit near the right side.

[0081] In other embodiments, the first preset direction and the second preset direction can be set according to other rules. As long as the first preset direction and the second preset direction are two preset directions that are perpendicular to each other, and the obtained values ​​are the tilt angles corresponding to the two preset directions respectively, and the relevant improved steps for performing the next control step based on the tilt angles, all should fall within the protection scope of this invention.

[0082] The first tilt angle and the second tilt angle are obtained to determine whether the air conditioner body is level, so as to better determine whether the leveling device needs to be activated to adjust the level of the air conditioner body, and to better control the start-up and operation of the air conditioner.

[0083] S2: Based on the first tilt angle and the second tilt angle, selectively operate the leveling device and selectively start the air conditioner.

[0084] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 As shown, step S2 specifically includes the following detailed steps:

[0085] S21: Compare the first tilt angle with the first preset angle.

[0086] This invention does not impose any restrictions on the specific value of the first preset angle. In practical applications, those skilled in the art can set the value of the first preset angle according to the actual situation. For example, the first preset angle can be set to 0, or the first preset angle can be set to 10°. These adjustments and changes to the specific value of the first preset angle do not deviate from the basic principles of this invention and should all be limited to the protection scope of this invention.

[0087] Specifically, before the in-vehicle integrated air conditioner leaves the factory, the air conditioner body is tested at different tilt angles in the first preset direction to obtain the maximum tilt angle that can keep the air conditioner running normally and without water leakage. This tilt angle is set as the first preset angle, or the tilt angle is set as the maximum first preset angle. When the user sets the value of the first preset angle, it cannot be greater than the maximum first preset angle.

[0088] S22: Compare the second tilt angle with the second preset angle.

[0089] This invention does not impose any restrictions on the specific value of the second preset angle. In practical applications, those skilled in the art can set the value of the second preset angle according to the actual situation. For example, the second preset angle can be set to 0, or the second preset angle can be set to 10°. These adjustments and changes to the specific value of the second preset angle do not deviate from the basic principles of this invention and should all be limited to the protection scope of this invention.

[0090] Specifically, before the in-vehicle integrated air conditioner leaves the factory, the air conditioner body is tested at different tilt angles in the second preset direction to obtain the maximum tilt angle that can keep the air conditioner running normally and without water leakage. This tilt angle is set as the second preset angle, or the tilt angle is set as the maximum second preset angle. When the user sets the value of the second preset angle, it cannot be greater than the maximum second preset angle.

[0091] The first tilt angle is compared with the first preset angle to determine whether the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle. The second tilt angle is compared with the second preset angle to determine whether the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle, so as to execute step S23: based on the comparison result, selectively operate the horizontal adjustment device and selectively start the air conditioner.

[0092] Specifically, the steps of "selectively operating the leveling device and selectively starting the air conditioner based on the comparison results" include:

[0093] S231: If the first tilt angle is not greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is not greater than the second preset angle, then the horizontal adjustment device will not be operated, and the air conditioner will be started.

[0094] If the first tilt angle is not greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is not greater than the second preset angle, it means that the air conditioner body is not tilted in either the first preset direction or the second preset direction, or its tilt angle can still ensure the smooth operation of the air conditioner. In this case, there is no need to operate the horizontal adjustment device. The air conditioner can be started directly and the corresponding mode (cooling mode, heating mode or fan mode) can be executed.

[0095] S232: If the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is not greater than the first preset angle, then the horizontal adjustment device is activated.

[0096] If the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle, it means that the air conditioner body is tilted too much in the first preset direction. In this state, the air conditioner cannot operate smoothly. Therefore, it is necessary to operate the leveling device to adjust the level of the air conditioner body.

[0097] S233: If the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle and the first tilt angle is not greater than the first preset angle, then the horizontal adjustment device is activated.

[0098] If the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle, it means that the air conditioner body is tilted too much in the second preset direction. In this state, the air conditioner cannot operate smoothly. Therefore, it is necessary to operate the leveling device to adjust the level of the air conditioner body.

[0099] S234: If the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle, then the horizontal adjustment device is activated.

[0100] If the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle, it indicates that the air conditioner body has a serious tilt in both the first and second preset directions. Under these conditions, the air conditioner cannot operate smoothly. Therefore, it is necessary to operate the leveling device to adjust the level of the air conditioner body.

[0101] Preferably, the step of "operating the leveling device" specifically includes:

[0102] A first adjustment parameter corresponding to the horizontal adjustment device in a first preset direction is determined based on a first tilt angle; and / or, a second adjustment parameter corresponding to the horizontal adjustment device in a second preset direction is determined based on a second tilt angle; the horizontal adjustment device is then operated according to the first adjustment parameter and / or the second adjustment parameter. The first adjustment parameter includes the adjustment component to be adjusted in the first preset direction and the adjustment height corresponding to the adjustment component; the second adjustment parameter includes the adjustment component to be adjusted in the second preset direction and the adjustment height corresponding to the adjustment component.

[0103] Specifically, when the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is not greater than the second preset angle, that is, in step S232, the step of "making the horizontal adjustment device run" specifically includes: determining the first adjustment parameter corresponding to the horizontal adjustment device in the first preset direction according to the first tilt angle, and making the horizontal adjustment device run according to the first adjustment parameter.

[0104] Specifically, based on the sign of the first tilt angle and the first preset direction, the first adjustment parameter corresponding to the first tilt angle can be directly queried through the "First Tilting Angle, First Preset Direction and First Adjustment Parameter Comparison Table" pre-stored in the controller.

[0105] Alternatively, the adjustment components to be adjusted can be determined first based on the sign of the first preset direction, and then the adjustment height of the adjustment components can be calculated according to the first formula pre-existing in the control. For example, taking a horizontal adjustment device with four adjustment components as an example, assume that the four adjustment components are A, B, C, and D, and A, B, C, and D are distributed in a rectangular shape, where AB and CD are distributed along the first preset direction, and BC and AD are distributed along the second preset direction; where the first formula is h1=tanθ1×d1, θ1 is the first tilt angle, and d1 is the distance between A and B.

[0106] Specifically, when the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle and the first tilt angle is not greater than the first preset angle, that is, in step S233, the step of "making the horizontal adjustment device run" specifically includes: determining the second adjustment parameter corresponding to the horizontal adjustment device in the second preset direction according to the second tilt angle, and making the horizontal adjustment device run according to the second adjustment parameter.

[0107] Specifically, based on the sign of the second tilt angle and the second preset direction, the second adjustment parameter corresponding to the second tilt angle can be directly queried through the "Second Tilting Angle, Second Preset Direction and Second Adjustment Parameter Comparison Table" pre-stored in the controller.

[0108] Alternatively, the adjustment components to be adjusted can be determined first based on the sign of the second preset direction, and then the adjustment height of the adjustment components can be calculated according to the second formula pre-existing in the control. For example, taking a horizontal adjustment device with four adjustment components as an example, assume that the four adjustment components are A, B, C, and D, and that A, B, C, and D are distributed in a rectangular shape, where AB and CD are distributed along the first preset direction, and BC and AD are distributed along the second preset direction; where the second formula is h2 = tanθ2 × d2, θ2 is the second tilt angle, and d2 is the distance between B and C.

[0109] Specifically, when the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle, that is, in step S234, the step of "making the horizontal adjustment device run" specifically includes: determining the first adjustment parameter corresponding to the horizontal adjustment device in the first preset direction according to the first tilt angle, determining the second adjustment parameter corresponding to the horizontal adjustment device in the second preset direction according to the second tilt angle, and making the horizontal adjustment device run according to the first adjustment parameter and the second adjustment parameter.

[0110] Specifically, based on the sign of the first tilt angle and the first preset direction, the first adjustment parameter corresponding to the first tilt angle can be directly queried through the "First Tilting Angle, First Preset Direction and First Adjustment Parameter Comparison Table" pre-stored in the controller; based on the sign of the second tilt angle and the second preset direction, the second adjustment parameter corresponding to the second tilt angle can be directly queried through the "Second Tilting Angle, Second Preset Direction and Second Adjustment Parameter Comparison Table" pre-stored in the controller.

[0111] Alternatively, the adjustment components to be adjusted can be determined first based on the sign of the first preset direction, and then the adjustment height of the adjustment components can be calculated according to the first formula pre-existing in the control. Or, the adjustment components to be adjusted can be determined first based on the sign of the second preset direction, and then the adjustment height of the adjustment components can be calculated according to the second formula pre-existing in the control. For example, taking a horizontal adjustment device with four adjustment components as an example, assume the four adjustment components are A, B, C, and D, and A, B, C, and D are arranged in a rectangular shape, where AB and CD are distributed along the first preset direction, and BC and AD are distributed along the second preset direction; where the first formula is h1 = tanθ1 × d1, θ1 is the first tilt angle, and d1 is the distance between A and B; the second formula is h2 = tanθ2 × d2, where θ2 is the second tilt angle, and d2 is the distance between B and C.

[0112] S235: Selectively start the air conditioner based on the operating results of the leveling device.

[0113] After the leveling device stops operating, the air conditioner is selectively started.

[0114] In this embodiment, step S235 specifically includes: after the leveling device stops operating, the air conditioner is not started, and the process returns to step S1.

[0115] After the leveling device stops operating, the air conditioner is not started. The process returns to step S1 to obtain new first and second tilt angles, and continues with step S2 until the condition is met, at which point step S231 is executed, thus ending the program. This setup, compared to immediately starting the air conditioner after the leveling device stops, ensures that the air conditioner starts operating at a level that meets the set parameters. This avoids damage to the air conditioner caused by calculation errors or incorrect data acquisition, which could result in the adjusted unit not meeting the set level. Therefore, it better protects the air conditioner and improves the user experience.

[0116] Although in this embodiment, after the leveling device stops operating, it is necessary to return to step S1 and repeat the judgment process, this should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. In practical applications, step S235 can also be set to start the air conditioner after the leveling device stops operating. Of course, the control method of step S235 in this embodiment is preferred, as it can avoid the occurrence of unexpected situations and provides a better user experience.

[0117] Furthermore, it should be noted that although step S21 is executed first and then step S22 in this example, this should not limit the scope of protection of the present invention. In other embodiments, step S22 may be executed first and then step S21 may be executed, or steps S21 and S22 may be executed simultaneously. Such adjustments and changes to the specific execution order of the relevant steps do not deviate from the basic principles of the present invention and should all be limited to the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0118] Preferably, before performing step S1, the controller of the present invention further includes:

[0119] Determine whether the vehicle is in a parked state. If the vehicle is in a parked state, proceed to step S1. If the vehicle is not in a parked state, do not proceed to step S1.

[0120] Specifically, the vehicle's parking status can be determined by monitoring its operating status. For example, the vehicle's engine running can be used to determine if it is in a parking state. Specifically, if the engine runs continuously for a set time, the vehicle is not in a parking state; if the engine does not run continuously for a set time, the vehicle is in a parking state. Alternatively, external images can be acquired at set intervals, and two or more consecutively acquired external images can be compared to determine if the vehicle is in a parking state.

[0121] Before executing step S1, it is determined whether the vehicle is in a parked state. Only when the vehicle is in a parked state will step S1 be executed in order to control the air conditioner to start, thereby preventing the accidental start of the air conditioner while the vehicle is in motion.

[0122] The technical solution of the present invention has been described above with reference to the preferred embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it will be readily understood by those skilled in the art that the scope of protection of the present invention is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without departing from the principles of the present invention, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to the relevant technical features, and the technical solutions after such changes or substitutions will all fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A vehicle-mounted integrated air conditioner, characterized in that, Includes an air conditioner body, a controller, and a level detection device and a level adjustment device installed on the air conditioner body; The level detection device is configured to detect the levelness of the air conditioner body, obtain the tilt angle of the air conditioner body relative to the horizontal plane, and output an electrical signal of the tilt angle. The leveling device is configured to adjust the position of the air conditioner body, thereby adjusting the levelness of the air conditioner body. The controller is communicatively connected to both the level detection device and the level adjustment device, and is configured to: Upon receiving the command to start the air conditioner, the tilt angle is obtained based on the electrical signal output by the level detection device; Based on the tilt angle, the operation of the leveling device is selectively controlled to level the air conditioner body, and the air conditioner is selectively started based on the leveling result, thereby ensuring that the air conditioner body is adjusted to a set level state before starting operation, and thus ensuring that the condensate generated during the operation of the air conditioner can be discharged smoothly.

2. The in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a mounting plate, the air conditioner body is mounted on one side of the mounting plate and is arranged parallel to the mounting plate, and the leveling device is mounted on the mounting plate to adjust the position of the mounting plate and the air conditioner body, thereby adjusting the levelness of the air conditioner body.

3. The in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The horizontal detection device is mounted on the mounting plate.

4. The in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The mounting plate is located below the air conditioner body.

5. The in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The level detection device is an electronic level. Alternatively, the level detection device may be an inclinometer.

6. The in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The horizontal adjustment device includes four adjustment components, which are located at the four corners of the air conditioner body and arranged in a rectangular shape. The adjustment components are configured to drive the air conditioner body to rise and fall vertically.

7. The in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, The adjustment component is a hydraulic push rod. Alternatively, the adjusting component may be an electric lead screw. Alternatively, the adjustment component may be an airbag.

8. A control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, Upon receiving a command to start the air conditioner, the control method includes: Obtain the tilt angle detected by the horizontal detection device; Depending on the tilt angle, the leveling device is selectively operated, and the air conditioner is selectively activated.

9. The control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that, The tilt angle includes a first tilt angle in a first preset direction and a second tilt angle in a second preset direction, wherein the first preset direction is perpendicular to the second preset direction; The steps of "selectively operating the leveling device and selectively starting the air conditioner according to the tilt angle" specifically include: Compare the first tilt angle with the first preset angle; Compare the second tilt angle with the second preset angle; Based on the comparison results, the leveling device is selectively operated and the air conditioner is selectively started.

10. The control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, The steps of "selectively operating the leveling device and selectively starting the air conditioner based on the comparison results" specifically include: If the first tilt angle is greater than the first preset angle or the second tilt angle is greater than the second preset angle, the leveling device is activated, and the air conditioner is selectively activated based on the operation result of the leveling device. If the first tilt angle is not greater than the first preset angle and the second tilt angle is not greater than the second preset angle, then the horizontal adjustment device will not be operated, and the air conditioner will be started.

11. The control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 10, characterized in that, The specific steps of "operating the leveling device" include: The first adjustment parameter of the horizontal adjustment device in the first preset direction is determined based on the first tilt angle; And / or, determine the second adjustment parameter of the horizontal adjustment device in the second preset direction based on the second tilt angle; The leveling device is operated according to the first adjustment parameter and / or the second adjustment parameter.

12. The control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioning unit according to claim 10 or 11, characterized in that, The step of "selectively starting the air conditioner based on the operating results of the leveling device" specifically includes: After the leveling device stops operating, the air conditioner is started.

13. The control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 10 or 11, characterized in that, The step of "selectively starting the air conditioner based on the operating results of the leveling device" specifically includes: After the leveling device stops operating, the air conditioner is not started, and the process returns to the step "obtain the tilt angle detected by the leveling detection device".

14. The control method for an in-vehicle integrated air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that, Before performing the step "acquiring the tilt angle detected by the horizontal detection device", the control method further includes: Determine whether the vehicle is in a parked state. If the vehicle is in a parked state, then execute "obtain the tilt angle detected by the level detection device"; if the vehicle is not in a parked state, then do not execute "obtain the tilt angle detected by the level detection device".

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