Air conditioner air outlet control method, air conditioner, computer readable storage medium

Abstract

This invention discloses an air outlet control method for an air conditioner, an air conditioner, and a computer-readable storage medium. The air conditioner includes a housing component and an ion wind component. The housing component has an air inlet area and an air outlet area. The ion wind component is disposed within the housing component and includes multiple rows of ion winds arranged vertically. Each row of ion winds includes multiple ion wind modules arranged horizontally. Each ion wind module includes a discharge electrode and a receiving electrode. The ion wind modules operate to generate ion wind, thereby inducing airflow from the air inlet area to the air outlet area. According to the air outlet control method of this invention, various circulating air sweeping effects can be achieved, saving energy.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and in particular to an air outlet control method for an air conditioner, an air conditioner, and a computer-readable storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioners in related technologies use fans and ducts to generate airflow, and drive air guide components through a drive mechanism to guide the airflow in different directions. However, the air delivery effect of such air conditioners is usually relatively simple, and the air delivery angle can generally only be adjusted left, right, up, and down, resulting in a limited user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The present invention aims to at least solve one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, the present invention proposes an air outlet control method for an air conditioner, which enables the air conditioner to achieve various circulating airflow effects, enriching the user experience and saving energy.

[0004] The present invention also proposes a computer-readable storage medium for implementing the above-described air outlet control method.

[0005] The present invention also proposes an air conditioner that implements the above-mentioned air outlet control method.

[0006] The present invention also proposes an air conditioner that achieves multiple circulating air sweeping effects, enriches the user experience, saves energy, and has a simple structure and low cost.

[0007] According to a first aspect of the present invention, an air conditioning unit for controlling airflow includes a housing component and an ionizing air component. The housing component has an air inlet area and an air outlet area. The ionizing air component is disposed within the housing component and includes multiple rows of ionizing airflow arranged vertically. Each row of ionizing airflow includes multiple ionizing air modules arranged horizontally. Each ionizing air module includes a discharge electrode and a receiving electrode. The ionizing air modules operate to generate ionizing airflow to induce airflow from the air inlet area to the air outlet area. The method includes: receiving a circulating air sweeping command; and controlling each ionizing air module to operate intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command, so that the air conditioning unit performs left-right circulating air sweeping, up-down circulating air sweeping, or left-right-up-down circulating air sweeping.

[0008] The air outlet control method for an air conditioner according to embodiments of the present invention can enable the air conditioner to achieve multiple circulating air sweeping effects, enrich the user experience, and save energy.

[0009] In some embodiments, when the cyclic sweeping command is an up-and-down cyclic sweeping command, the ion wind modules are controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command, including: controlling each ion wind module to work sequentially from top to bottom or from bottom to top; or controlling each ion wind module to work sequentially from top to bottom, and then controlling each ion wind module to work sequentially from bottom to top, and so on alternately; or controlling each ion wind module to work sequentially from bottom to top, and then controlling each ion wind module to work sequentially from top to bottom, and so on alternately; or controlling each ion wind module to work randomly from top to bottom or from bottom to top.

[0010] In some embodiments, the plurality of ion wind modules are arranged in multiple rows and columns to form multiple columns of ion wind arrays arranged sequentially along the horizontal direction. Each column of the ion wind array includes a plurality of ion wind modules arranged sequentially along the vertical direction. When the cyclic sweeping command is a left-right cyclic sweeping command, the ion wind modules are controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command, including: controlling each ion wind array to work sequentially from left to right or from right to left; or controlling each ion wind array to work sequentially from left to right and then from right to left, alternating in this manner; or controlling each ion wind array to work sequentially from right to left and then from left to right, alternating in this manner; or controlling each ion wind array to work randomly from left to right or from right to left.

[0011] In some embodiments, when the cyclic sweeping command is a left-right-up-down cyclic sweeping command, controlling each ion wind module to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command includes: controlling each ion wind module in each ion wind row to work sequentially from left to right, or from right to left, or alternating between working from left to right, skipping a row, and then working from right to left, or alternating between working from right to left, skipping a row, and then working from left to right, from bottom to top; controlling each ion wind module in each row of ion wind rows to work sequentially from left to right, or from right to left, or alternating between working from left to right, skipping a row, and then working from right to left, or alternating between working from right to left, skipping a row, and then working from left to right, from bottom to top. In some embodiments, the method further includes: determining the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature; and when the temperature difference is within a first preset temperature range, controlling each ion wind module to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command.

[0012] In some embodiments, when the temperature difference is less than or equal to a first preset temperature, the temperature difference is determined to be within the first preset temperature range.

[0013] In some embodiments, if the temperature difference is greater than a first preset temperature, all the ion wind modules are controlled to work together.

[0014] In some embodiments, controlling all the ion wind modules to operate together if the temperature difference is greater than a first preset temperature includes: if the temperature difference is greater than the first preset temperature and less than or equal to a second preset temperature, controlling all the ion wind modules to operate at a first voltage level; if the temperature difference is greater than the second preset temperature and less than or equal to a third preset temperature, controlling all the ion wind modules to operate at a second voltage level, wherein the second voltage level is greater than the first voltage level; if the temperature difference is greater than a third preset temperature, controlling all the ion wind modules to operate at a third voltage level, wherein the third voltage level is greater than the second voltage level.

[0015] In some embodiments, when the temperature difference exceeds the first preset temperature range, more than half of the ion wind modules are controlled to work together.

[0016] In some embodiments, when the temperature difference exceeds the first preset temperature range, controlling more than half of the ion wind modules to work together includes: controlling a corresponding number of the ion wind modules to work together according to the magnitude of the temperature difference exceeding the first preset temperature range, wherein the magnitude is proportional to the corresponding number.

[0017] In some embodiments, when the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is determined to be within the first preset temperature range, the air conditioner automatically issues the circulating air sweeping command and begins to control each ion wind module to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command.

[0018] In some embodiments, when the cyclic sweeping command is manually input, regardless of whether the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within the first preset temperature range, the ion wind modules are controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command.

[0019] An air conditioner according to a second aspect of the present invention includes a memory, a processor, and an air outlet control program for the air conditioner stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the air outlet control program for the air conditioner, it implements the air outlet control method for the air conditioner according to a first aspect of the present invention.

[0020] According to a third aspect of the present invention, a computer-readable storage medium is provided thereon storing an air outlet control program for an air conditioner, which, when executed by a processor, implements an air outlet control method for an air conditioner according to a first aspect of the present invention.

[0021] An air conditioner according to a fourth aspect of the present invention includes: a housing component having an air inlet area and an air outlet area; an ion wind component disposed within the housing component and comprising multiple rows of ion winds arranged vertically, each row of ion winds comprising multiple ion wind modules arranged horizontally, each ion wind module comprising a discharge electrode and a receiving electrode, wherein the ion wind modules operate to generate ion wind to induce airflow from the air inlet area to the air outlet area; and a control unit for receiving a circulating air sweeping command and controlling each of the ion wind modules to operate intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command, so that the air conditioner performs left-right circulating air sweeping, up-down circulating air sweeping, or left-right-up-down circulating air sweeping.

[0022] In some embodiments, the plurality of ion wind modules are arranged in multiple rows and columns to form multiple columns of ion wind columns arranged in sequence along the horizontal direction, and each column of the ion wind column includes a plurality of ion wind modules arranged in sequence along the vertical direction.

[0023] In some embodiments, the housing component includes an air outlet panel, the air outlet area is formed on the air outlet panel, and the shape of the air outlet surface of the ion wind component matches the shape of the air outlet panel.

[0024] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 The image shown is a 3D view of the air conditioner after the air outlet panel has been removed.

[0027] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A cross-sectional view of the air conditioner shown;

[0028] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Another cross-sectional view of the air conditioner shown;

[0029] Figure 5 yes Figure 2 The front view of the ion wind component shown;

[0030] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A perspective view of the ion wind component shown;

[0031] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 The image shown is a three-dimensional representation of an ion current.

[0032] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 The front view of the ion winds shown;

[0033] Figure 9 yes Figure 7 The image shown is a 3D view of the Ion Wind system with its mounting frame removed.

[0034] Figure 10 yes Figure 7 The image shows a cross-sectional view of ion flow.

[0035] Figure 11 yes Figure 7 Another cross-sectional view of the ion flow shown;

[0036] Figure 12 This is a control flowchart of the up-and-down circulating air sweeping according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 13 This is a control flowchart of left and right circulating air sweeping according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 14 This is a control flowchart for left-right and up-down cyclic air sweeping according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Figure label:

[0040] Air conditioner 100;

[0041] Housing component 1; air outlet panel 10; air inlet area 11; air outlet area 12;

[0042] Ion wind component 2; Ion wind path 21; Ion wind array 22;

[0043] Ionizing wind module 20; Discharge electrode 201; Receiver electrode 202;

[0044] Heat exchanger 3; Control unit 4. Detailed Implementation

[0045] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0046] The following disclosure provides numerous different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples. Such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. Additionally, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention; however, those skilled in the art will recognize the applicability of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0047] The air outlet control method of an air conditioner 100 according to a first aspect embodiment of the present invention will now be described.

[0048] like Figures 1-2 As shown, the air conditioner 100 includes a housing component 1 and an ionization air component 2, combined with... Figure 3 and Figure 4 The housing component 1 has an air inlet area 11 and an air outlet area 12, and the ionization air component 2 is disposed inside the housing component 1, such as... Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the ion wind component 2 includes multiple rows of ion winds 21 arranged vertically (as shown in the up-down direction). Figure 5 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, each row of ion wind 21 includes multiple ion wind modules 20 arranged sequentially along the horizontal direction (as shown in the left-right direction), combined with... Figures 9-11 Each ion wind module 20 includes a discharge electrode 201 and a receiving electrode 202. The ion wind module 20 operates to generate ion wind to induce airflow from the air inlet area 11 to the air outlet area 12.

[0049] When the ion wind module 20 is working, it generates ion wind. The flow of ion wind causes air outside the housing component 1 to enter the housing component 1 from the air inlet area 11, and causes the airflow inside the housing component 1 to flow from the air inlet area 11 to the air outlet area 12, and causes the airflow inside the housing component 1 to be sent out of the housing component 1 from the air outlet area 12. As a result, the impeller can be eliminated, realizing airflow without impeller drive, reducing cost and noise.

[0050] The specific configuration of the air outlet area 12 is not limited, as long as it enables airflow. For example, airflow can be achieved by setting an air outlet grille, or by directly opening several air outlet holes on the housing component 1. The cross-sectional shape of the air outlet holes is not limited and can be circular, polygonal, etc., which will not be elaborated here. Similarly, the specific configuration of the air inlet area 11 is also not limited, as long as it enables airflow. For example, airflow can be achieved by setting an air inlet grille, or by directly opening several air inlet holes on the housing component 1. The cross-sectional shape of the air inlet holes is not limited and can be circular, polygonal, etc., which will not be elaborated here.

[0051] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the air outlet control method of the air conditioner 100 may specifically include: receiving a circulating air sweeping command, and controlling each ion air module 20 to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command, so that the air conditioner 100 performs left-right circulating air sweeping, up-down circulating air sweeping, or left-right-up-down circulating air sweeping. Furthermore, because it operates intermittently, energy can be saved.

[0052] For example, when the airflow cycles left and right, users can experience airflow from left to right or right to left. Similarly, when the airflow cycles up and down, users can experience airflow from top to bottom or bottom to top. Finally, when the airflow cycles left, right, up, and down, users can experience airflow from top to bottom, bottom to top, left to right, or right to left.

[0053] Therefore, by configuring the ion wind component 2 in the above-described manner, different cyclic sweeping effects can be achieved by controlling the intermittent operation of each ion wind module 20 and utilizing the different positions of the operating ion wind modules 20, thus enriching the user experience and saving energy. Moreover, compared to related technologies, since it eliminates the need for multiple fans, complex air guide components, and drive mechanisms to achieve various sweeping effects, the structural complexity of the air conditioner 100 is simplified, costs are reduced, and sweeping reliability is improved.

[0054] Air conditioners in related technologies use fans and ducts to generate airflow, which is then guided in different directions by a drive mechanism that directs the airflow through a guide assembly. However, this type of air conditioner has the following problems: First, the fans require a motor to drive the impeller, which easily generates vibration and noise; second, the guide assembly typically includes horizontal and vertical guide vanes, and the mechanism driving the guide assembly is complex, costly, and has a high failure rate; third, if different air delivery effects are required, multiple fans and complex guide assemblies are usually needed, which not only leads to structural complexity and high cost, but also results in insufficient air delivery effects, requiring further expansion.

[0055] According to the embodiments of the present invention, the air conditioner 100, in conjunction with the air outlet control method, incorporates an ion wind component 2. This design features a simple structure, ease of processing, stable and reliable quality, and mass production capability. It operates with low noise and minimal vibration, generating effective ion wind without the need for an additional impeller, thus achieving impeller-free air delivery. Furthermore, the arrangement of the ion wind component 2 can meet the needs of a wide range of air delivery, accelerating room heat exchange efficiency and improving user comfort. Moreover, the air outlet control method controls the intermittent operation of each ion wind module 20 according to a circulating sweep command, enabling the air conditioner 100 to perform left-right, up-down, or left-right-up-down circulating sweeps, thereby achieving different circulating sweep effects. This ensures high reliability, improves user experience, and saves energy. In addition, in some embodiments, adjusting the voltage of different ion wind modules 20 can change the airflow volume in different areas, achieving different wind speeds in different areas and meeting the customized air delivery needs of multiple groups and areas.

[0056] In some embodiments, such as Figure 12 As shown, when the cyclic sweeping command is an up-and-down cyclic sweeping command, each ion wind module 20 is controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command, which can include the following multiple methods.

[0057] In method (A1), each ion fan 21 is controlled to operate sequentially from top to bottom, thereby achieving top-to-bottom air sweeping. The operating time of each row of ion fans 21 can be equal or unequal.

[0058] For example, you can first control all the ion wind modules 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 from the top to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind 21 from the top to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; and so on, until you control all the ion wind modules 20 in the last row of ion wind 21 from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom) to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; then, return to controlling all the ion wind modules 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 from the top to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working, and continue the loop in this way; thus realizing the top-to-bottom sweeping cycle.

[0059] It is worth noting that when “controlling each ion airflow 21 to work sequentially from top to bottom”, in each cycle, it is not limited to starting from the first row of ion airflow 21 from the top, nor is it limited to ending at the last row from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom). It can be specifically set according to the range of the vertical airflow, which will not be elaborated here.

[0060] In method (A2), each ion fan 21 is controlled to operate sequentially from bottom to top, thereby achieving bottom-to-top air sweeping. The operating time of each row of ion fans 21 can be equal or unequal.

[0061] For example, you can first control all the ion wind modules 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind 21 to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; and so on, until you control all the ion wind modules 20 in the last row of ion wind 21 (i.e., the first row from the top) to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; then, return to controlling all the ion wind modules 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working, and continue the cycle in this way; thus realizing a bottom-up sweeping cycle.

[0062] It is worth noting that when “controlling each ion airflow 21 to work sequentially from bottom to top”, in each cycle, it is not limited to starting from the first row of ion airflow 21 from the bottom, nor is it limited to ending at the last row from the bottom (i.e., the first row from the top). It can be specifically set according to the range of the vertical airflow, which will not be elaborated here.

[0063] Method (A3): After controlling each ion airflow 21 to work sequentially from top to bottom, the ion airflow 21 is then controlled to work sequentially from bottom to top, and so on, to achieve an alternating up-and-down sweeping effect. The running time of each row of ion airflow 21 can be equal or unequal.

[0064] For example, you can first control all the ion wind modules 20 in the first row of ion wind systems 21 from the top to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind systems 21 from the top to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; and so on, until you control all the ion wind modules 20 in the last row of ion wind systems 21 from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom) to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; then you can reverse the process upwards to control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind systems 21 from the bottom. All ion wind modules 20 are activated while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are deactivated. This process continues until all ion wind modules 20 in the last row (i.e., the first row from the top) of the ion wind system 21 are activated while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are deactivated. Then, all ion wind modules 20 in the second row from the top of the ion wind system 21 are activated while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are deactivated. This cycle continues, achieving an alternating up-and-down sweeping effect: sweeping from top to bottom, then from bottom to top, then from top to bottom, and then from bottom to top again.

[0065] It is worth noting that when "controlling each ion airflow 21 to work sequentially from top to bottom, and then controlling each ion airflow 21 to work sequentially from bottom to top", it is not limited to starting from the first row of ion airflow 21 from the top, nor is it limited to ending at the last row from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom). It can be specifically set according to the range of vertical airflow, which will not be elaborated here. Similarly, when "controlling each ion airflow module 20 in each row of ion airflow 21 to work sequentially from bottom to top", it is not limited to starting from the first row of ion airflow 21 from the bottom, nor is it limited to ending at the last row from the bottom (i.e., the first row from the top). It can be specifically set according to the range of vertical airflow, which will not be elaborated here.

[0066] Method (A4): After controlling each ion airflow 21 to operate sequentially from bottom to top, the ion airflow 21 is then controlled to operate sequentially from top to bottom, and so on, to achieve an alternating up-and-down sweeping effect. The operating time of each row of ion airflow 21 can be equal or unequal.

[0067] It is understandable that the difference between mode (A4) and mode (A3) is that mode (A3) starts sweeping from top to bottom, while mode (A4) starts sweeping from bottom to top. Therefore, mode (A4) can be referred to the above introduction of mode (A3), and will not be repeated here.

[0068] Method (A5) allows each ion airflow 21 to operate randomly, either from top to bottom or bottom to top. In other words, the operation of each ion airflow 21 can be controlled in ways other than the four methods mentioned above, thus satisfying other vertical airflow experiences. There are many possible random methods; several are given below, but the invention is not limited to these. The operating time of each row of ion airflow 21 can be equal or unequal.

[0069] For example, you can first control all the ion wind modules 20 in the top row of ion wind systems 21 to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the bottom row of ion wind systems 21 to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind systems 21 to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind systems 21 to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; and so on, thus achieving a sweeping effect that gradually moves from the top and bottom sides towards the center. Conversely, you can also achieve a sweeping effect that gradually moves from the center to the top and bottom sides in turn.

[0070] For example, one could first control all the ion wind modules 20 in the top row of ion wind systems 21 and the bottom row of ion wind systems 21 to operate, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; then, one could control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind systems 21 and the second row of ion wind systems 21 to operate, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; and so on, thus achieving a sweeping effect that gradually moves from both the top and bottom sides towards the center. Conversely, one could also achieve a sweeping effect that gradually moves from the center upwards and downwards simultaneously.

[0071] In short, when the cyclic sweep command is an up-and-down cyclic sweep command, each ion wind module 20 is controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweep command. For example, it can be a repeated cyclic sweep from top to bottom, a repeated cyclic sweep from bottom to top, a repeated alternating cyclic sweep from top to bottom and then from bottom to top, or a repeated alternating cyclic sweep from bottom to top and then from top to bottom, or random up-and-down sweep, etc., so as to satisfy the sweep experience in the up-and-down direction.

[0072] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, multiple ion wind modules 20 are arranged in multiple rows and columns to form multiple ion wind columns 22 arranged sequentially in the horizontal direction. Each ion wind column 22 includes multiple ion wind modules 20 arranged sequentially in the vertical direction. It is worth noting that all ion wind modules 20 may participate in the arrangement of multiple rows and columns, but the present invention is not limited to this. Some ion wind modules 20 may also participate in the arrangement of multiple rows and columns.

[0073] For example, in some embodiments, the number of ion wind modules 20 arranged horizontally in each row of ion wind rows 21 is the same, and the ion wind modules 20 in two adjacent rows of ion wind rows 21 are arranged in a vertically corresponding manner. For example, each row of ion wind rows 21 includes four ion wind modules 20 arranged horizontally. The first ion wind module 20 from the left in each row of ion wind rows 21 is arranged vertically to form the first column of ion wind rows 22 from the left. The second ion wind module 20 from the left in each row of ion wind rows 21 is arranged vertically to form the second column of ion wind rows 22 from the left, and so on.

[0074] In some embodiments, such as Figure 12 As shown, when the cyclic sweep command is a left-right cyclic sweep command, the ion wind modules 20 are controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweep command, which can include the following multiple methods.

[0075] In method (B1), each ion wind column 22 is controlled to operate sequentially from left to right, thereby achieving air sweeping from left to right. The operating time of each ion wind column 22 can be equal or unequal.

[0076] For example, you can first control all the ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind array 22 from the left to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 do not work; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second column of ion wind array 22 from the left to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 do not work; and so on, until you control all the ion wind modules 20 in the last column of ion wind array 22 from the left (i.e., the first column from the right) to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 do not work; then, return to controlling all the ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind array 22 from the left to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 do not work, and continue the cycle in this way; thus realizing the sweeping cycle from left to right.

[0077] It is worth noting that when “controlling each ion wind module 20 in each column of ion wind 22 from left to right to work”, in each cycle, it is not limited to starting from the first column of ion wind 22 from the left, nor is it limited to ending at the last column from the left (i.e., the first column from the right). It can be specifically set according to the range of left and right sweeping, which will not be elaborated here.

[0078] In mode (B2), each ion wind column 22 is controlled to operate sequentially from right to left, thereby achieving right-to-left sweeping. The operating time of each ion wind column 22 can be equal or unequal.

[0079] For example, you can first control all the ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind column 22 from the right to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 do not work; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second column of ion wind column 22 from the right to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 do not work; and so on, until you control all the ion wind modules 20 in the last column of ion wind column 22 from the right (i.e., the first column from the left) to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 do not work; then, return to controlling all the ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind column 22 from the right to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 do not work, and continue the cycle in this way; thus realizing the sweeping cycle from right to left.

[0080] It is worth noting that when “controlling each ion wind module 20 in each column of ion wind 22 from right to left to work”, in each cycle, it is not limited to starting from the first column of ion wind 22 from the right, nor is it limited to ending at the last column from the right (i.e., the first column from the left). It can be specifically set according to the range of left and right sweeping, which will not be elaborated here.

[0081] Method (B3): After controlling each ion wind column 22 to operate sequentially from left to right, the operation is then repeated sequentially from right to left, alternating in this manner to achieve a left-to-right sweeping effect, followed by a right-to-left sweeping, then a left-to-right sweeping, and finally a right-to-left sweeping, thus creating an alternating left-to-right sweeping effect. The operating time of each ion wind column 22 can be equal or unequal.

[0082] For example, you can first control all ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind array 22 from the left to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; then, control all ion wind modules 20 in the second column of ion wind array 22 from the left to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; and so on, until you control all ion wind modules 20 in the last column from the left (i.e., the first column from the right) of ion wind array 22 to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are not working; then reverse the process and work to the left, controlling all ion wind modules 20 in the second column of ion wind array 22 from the right. All ion wind modules 20 are activated while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are deactivated. This process continues until all ion wind modules 20 in the last column from the right (i.e., the first column from the left) of the ion wind column 22 are activated while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are deactivated. Then, all ion wind modules 20 in the second column from the left of the ion wind column 22 are activated while the remaining ion wind modules 20 are deactivated. This cycle continues, achieving a left-to-right sweeping effect, alternating between left-to-right, right-to-left, left-to-right, and right-to-left sweeping.

[0083] It is worth noting that when "controlling each ion wind column 22 to work sequentially from left to right, and then controlling each ion wind column 22 to work sequentially from right to left", it is not limited to starting from the first column of ion wind columns 22 from the left, nor is it limited to ending at the last column from the left (i.e., the first column from the right). It can be specifically set according to the range of left and right sweeping, which will not be elaborated here. Similarly, when "controlling each ion wind module 20 in each column of ion wind columns 22 to work sequentially from right to left", it is not limited to starting from the first column of ion wind columns 22 from the right, nor is it limited to ending at the last column from the right (i.e., the first column from the left). It can be specifically set according to the range of left and right sweeping, which will not be elaborated here.

[0084] Method (B4): After controlling each ion wind column 22 to operate sequentially from right to left, the operation is then repeated sequentially from left to right, alternating in this manner to achieve a sweeping effect that alternates between right-to-left, left-to-right, right-to-left, and left-to-right. The operating time of each ion wind column 22 can be equal or unequal.

[0085] It is understandable that the difference between mode (B4) and mode (B3) is that mode (B3) starts sweeping from left to right, while mode (B4) starts sweeping from right to left. Therefore, mode (B4) can be referred to the above introduction of mode (B3), and will not be repeated here.

[0086] Method (B5) allows each ion wind column 22 to operate randomly, either from left to right or from right to left. In other words, the operation of each ion wind column 22 can be controlled in ways other than the four methods described above, thus satisfying other left-right sweeping experiences. There are many possible random methods; several are given below, but the invention is not limited to these. The operating time of each ion wind column 22 can be equal or unequal.

[0087] For example, you can first control all the ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind array 22 from the left to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind array 22 from the right to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second column of ion wind array 22 from the left to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; then, control all the ion wind modules 20 in the second column of ion wind array 22 from the right to work, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; and so on, thus achieving a sweeping effect that gradually moves from the left and right sides towards the center. Conversely, you can also achieve a sweeping effect that gradually moves from the center towards the left and right sides in turn.

[0088] For example, one can first control all ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind array 22 from the left and all ion wind modules 20 in the first column of ion wind array 22 from the right to operate, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; then, control all ion wind modules 20 in the second column of ion wind array 22 from the left and all ion wind modules 20 in the second column of ion wind array 22 from the right to operate, while the remaining ion wind modules 20 remain inactive; and so on, thereby achieving a sweeping effect that gradually moves from both sides towards the center. Conversely, one can also achieve a sweeping effect that gradually moves from the center towards both sides simultaneously.

[0089] In short, when the cyclic sweep command is a left-right cyclic sweep command, each ion wind module 20 is controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweep command. For example, it can be a repeated cyclic sweep from left to right, or a repeated cyclic sweep from right to left, or a repeated alternating cyclic sweep from left to right and then from right to left, or a repeated alternating cyclic sweep from right to left and then from left to right, or random left-right sweep, etc., so as to satisfy the sweep experience in the left and right directions.

[0090] In some embodiments, such as Figure 14As shown, when the cyclic sweeping command is a left-right-up-down cyclic sweeping command, the ion wind modules 20 are controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command, which can include the following multiple methods.

[0091] In method (C1), each ion wind module 20 in each ion wind generator 21 is controlled to work sequentially from left to right, starting from top to bottom. The running time of each ion wind module 20 can be equal or unequal.

[0092] For example, you can first control each ion wind module 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 from left to right to work sequentially, while the ion wind modules 20 in the other rows of ion wind 21 do not work (that is, first control only the first left ion wind module 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 to work; then control only the second left ion wind module 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 to work; and so on, until only the last left ion wind module 20 in the first row of ion wind 21, i.e., the first right ion wind module 20, is controlled to work). ) Next, control each ion air module 20 in the second row of ion airflow 21 from left to right to work sequentially, while the ion air modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion airflow 21 do not work (the control of each row of ion airflow 21 can be referred to the control of the first row from top as described above, and will not be repeated here); and so on, until the ion air modules 20 in the last row from top (i.e., the first row from bottom) of ion airflow 21 are controlled to work sequentially from left to right, while the ion air modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion airflow 21 do not work; then, return to controlling each ion air module 20 in the first row of ion airflow 21 from top to work sequentially from left to right, while the ion air modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion airflow 21 do not work, and continue the cycle in this way; to achieve a sweeping cycle from bottom to top and from left to right.

[0093] It is worth noting that when “controlling each ion wind module 20 in each ion wind 21 to work sequentially from left to right from top to bottom”, in each cycle, it is not limited to starting from the first row of ion wind 21 from the top, nor is it limited to ending at the last row from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom). In each row of ion wind 21, it is not limited to starting from the first ion wind module 20 from the left, nor is it limited to ending at the last one from the left (i.e., the first one from the right). It can be specifically set according to the sweeping range of up, down, left, and right, which will not be elaborated here.

[0094] In method (C2), each ion wind module 20 in each ion wind generator 21 is controlled to work sequentially from right to left, starting from top to bottom. The running time of each ion wind module 20 can be equal or unequal.

[0095] For example, you can first control the ion wind modules 20 in the first row of ion wind systems 21 to work sequentially from right to left, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion wind systems 21 remain inactive (i.e., first control only the first ion wind module 20 from the right in the first row of ion wind systems to work; then control only the second ion wind module 20 from the right in the first row of ion wind systems to work; and so on, until only the last ion wind module 20 from the right, i.e., the first ion wind module 20 from the left, is controlled to work); then, control the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind systems 21 to work sequentially from right to left, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion wind systems 21 remain inactive). The sub-wind module 20 is not working (the control of each row of ion wind 21 can refer to the control of the first row above mentioned above, which will not be repeated here); and so on, until the control of each ion wind module 20 in the last row above (i.e., the first row below) of ion wind 21 works sequentially from right to left, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion wind 21 are not working; then, return to controlling each ion wind module 20 in the first row above of ion wind 21 to work sequentially from right to left, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion wind 21 are not working, and continue the cycle in this way; to achieve the sweeping cycle from bottom to top and from right to left.

[0096] It is worth noting that when “controlling each ion wind module 20 in each ion wind 21 to work sequentially from right to left”, in each cycle, it is not limited to starting from the first row of ion wind 21 from the top, nor is it limited to ending at the last row from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom). In each row of ion wind 21, it is not limited to starting from the first ion wind module 20 from the right, nor is it limited to ending at the last one from the right (i.e., the first one from the left). It can be specifically set according to the range of the sweeping airflow from top to bottom, right to left, which will not be elaborated here.

[0097] In method (C3), each ion wind module 20 in each row of ion wind 21 is controlled sequentially from top to bottom, alternating between left to right, skipping one row, and then right to left. The running time of each ion wind module 20 can be equal or unequal.

[0098] For example, you can first control the ion wind modules 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 from left to right to work sequentially, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion wind 21 remain inactive (i.e., first control only the first left-hand ion wind module 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 to work; then control only the second left-hand ion wind module 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 to work; and so on, until only the last left-hand ion wind module 20, i.e., the first right-hand ion wind module 20, in the first row of ion wind 21 is controlled to work sequentially from right to left, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion wind 21 remain inactive (i.e., first control only the right-hand ion wind module 20 in the second row of ion wind 21 is controlled to work sequentially from right to left). The first ion wind module 20 is activated; then, only the second ion wind module 20 from the right in the second row from the top is activated; this continues until only the last ion wind module 20 from the right (i.e., the first ion wind module 20 from the left) in the second row from the top is activated; next, each ion wind module 20 in the third row from the top (ion wind row 21) is activated sequentially from left to right, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows (ion wind row 21) are not activated; next, each ion wind module 20 in the fourth row from the top (ion wind row 21, if any) is activated sequentially from right to left, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows (ion wind row 21) are not activated; this continues until the last row from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom).

[0099] It is worth noting that when “controlling each ion wind module 20 in each row of ion wind 21 to work alternately from left to right, skipping one row, and then from right to left”, in each cycle, it is not limited to starting from the first row of ion wind 21 from the top, nor is it limited to ending at the last row from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom). In each row of ion wind 21, it is not limited to starting from the first ion wind module 20 from the left (or right), nor is it limited to ending at the last ion wind module from the left (or the last ion wind module from the right). It can be specifically set according to the range of the sweeping airflow from top to bottom and right to left, which will not be elaborated here.

[0100] In method (C4), each ion wind module 20 in each row of ion wind 21 is controlled sequentially from top to bottom, alternating between right to left, skipping one row, and then left to right. The running time of each ion wind module 20 can be equal or unequal.

[0101] For example, you can first control the ion wind modules 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 from right to left to work sequentially, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion wind 21 remain inactive (i.e., first control only the first right ion wind module 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 to work; then control only the second right ion wind module 20 in the first row of ion wind 21 to work; and so on, until only the last right ion wind module 20, i.e., the first left ion wind module 20, in the first row of ion wind 21 is controlled to work). Next, control the ion wind modules 20 in the second row of ion wind 21 from left to right to work sequentially, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows of ion wind 21 remain inactive (i.e., first control only the left left ion wind module 20 in the second row of ion wind 21 is controlled to work). The first ion wind module 20 is activated; then, only the second ion wind module 20 from the left in the second row from the top is activated; this continues until only the last ion wind module 20 from the left (i.e., the first ion wind module 20 from the right) in the second row from the top is activated; next, each ion wind module 20 in the third row from the top (21) is activated sequentially from right to left, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows (21) are not activated; next, each ion wind module 20 in the fourth row from the top (21) (if any) is activated sequentially from left to right, while the ion wind modules 20 in the remaining rows (21) are not activated; this continues until the last row from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom).

[0102] It is worth noting that when “controlling each ion wind module 20 in each row of ion wind 21 to work alternately from right to left, skipping one row, and then from left to right”, in each cycle, it is not limited to starting from the first row of ion wind 21 from the top, nor is it limited to ending at the last row from the top (i.e., the first row from the bottom). In each row of ion wind 21, it is not limited to starting from the first ion wind module 20 from the right (or left), nor is it limited to ending at the last one from the right (or the last one from the left). It can be specifically set according to the range of the sweeping air in the up, down, left, and right directions, which will not be elaborated here.

[0103] In method (C5), each ion wind module 20 in each row of ion wind 21 operates sequentially from left to right, starting from bottom to top. It's understandable that the difference between method (C5) and method (C1) is that method (C1) sweeps the air left and right row by row from top to bottom, while method (C5) sweeps the air left and right row by row from bottom to top. Therefore, the description of method (C1) for method (C5) is similar and will not be repeated here. The runtime of each ion wind module 20 can be equal or unequal.

[0104] In method (C6), each ion wind module 20 in each row of ion wind 21 operates sequentially from right to left, starting from bottom to top. It's understandable that the difference between method (C6) and method (C2) is that method (C2) sweeps air row by row from top to bottom, while method (C6) sweeps air row by row from bottom to top. Therefore, the description of method (C2) for method (C6) is similar and will not be repeated here. The runtime of each ion wind module 20 can be equal or unequal.

[0105] In method (C7), each ion wind module 20 in each row of ion wind 21 is controlled sequentially from bottom to top, alternating between left to right, skipping one row, and then right to left. It can be understood that the difference between method (C7) and method (C3) is that method (C3) sweeps horizontally row by row starting from top to bottom, while method (C7) sweeps horizontally row by row starting from bottom to top. Therefore, the description of method (C3) for method (C7) is similar and will not be repeated here. The running time of each ion wind module 20 can be equal or unequal.

[0106] In method (C8), each ion wind module 20 in each row of ion wind 21 is controlled sequentially from bottom to top, alternating between right to left, skipping one row, and then left to right. It can be understood that the difference between method (C8) and method (C4) is that method (C4) sweeps horizontally row by row from top to bottom, while method (C8) sweeps horizontally row by row from bottom to top. Therefore, the description of method (C4) for method (C8) is similar and will not be repeated here. The running time of each ion wind module 20 can be equal or unequal.

[0107] In some embodiments of the present invention, the method further includes: determining the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature; and controlling each ion wind module 20 to work intermittently according to a circulating air sweeping command when the temperature difference is within a first preset temperature range. This ensures that circulating air sweeping, such as left-right, up-down, or left-right-up-down circulating air sweeping, can be controlled within a suitable temperature range, improving user comfort.

[0108] It should be noted that the air conditioner 100 may issue a circulating air sweeping command automatically after receiving the user's command to perform the circulating air sweeping, and so on. No restrictions are imposed here.

[0109] In some embodiments, the airflow control method can be configured such that when the circulating airflow command is manually input, regardless of whether the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within a first preset temperature range, the ion airflow modules 20 are controlled to operate intermittently according to the circulating airflow command. For example, when the user inputs the circulating airflow command, it is not necessary to determine whether the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within the first preset temperature range; the intermittent operation of the ion airflow modules 20 is directly started according to the circulating airflow command. This prioritizes meeting the user's airflow experience requirements.

[0110] In some embodiments, the air outlet control method can be set as follows: when the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within a first preset temperature range, the air conditioner 100 automatically issues a circulating air sweeping command and begins to control each ion air module 20 to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command. For example, after the air conditioner 100 is turned on, or when all ion air modules 20 are working together, it continuously monitors and determines whether the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within the first preset temperature range. If it is, the air conditioner 100 automatically issues a circulating air sweeping command and directly begins to control each ion air module 20 to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command. This achieves intelligent control, automatically switching to a power-saving air sweeping mode when temperature regulation is satisfied.

[0111] In some embodiments of the present invention, when the temperature difference is less than or equal to a first preset temperature, the temperature difference is determined to be within the first preset temperature range. Therefore, it is simple, convenient, and quick to determine whether the temperature difference is within the first preset temperature range.

[0112] For example, assuming the first preset temperature is 1°C, if the current ambient temperature is 29.5°C and the set temperature is 29°C, the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is 0.5°C. Since 0.5°C < 1°C, the temperature difference is determined to be within the first preset temperature range. In this case, the ion air modules 20 can be controlled to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command. However, when the set temperature is 28°C, the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is 1.5°C. Since 1.5°C > 1°C, the temperature difference does not meet the requirement of being within the first preset temperature range. It is worth noting that the values ​​in this paragraph are only used as examples to illustrate the point more clearly and do not limit the scope of protection of this application.

[0113] In some embodiments of the present invention, if the temperature difference is greater than a first preset temperature, all ion air modules 20 are controlled to work together. This effectively improves temperature regulation efficiency and meets the user's requirements for the temperature control effect of the air conditioner 100. Furthermore, while controlling all ion air modules 20 to work together, it is also possible to re-determine whether the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within the first preset temperature range. If the temperature difference is within the first preset temperature range, each ion air module 20 is controlled to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command.

[0114] Optionally, the statement "when the temperature difference is greater than the first preset temperature, control all ion air modules 20 to work together" can be further refined as follows: if the temperature difference is greater than the first preset temperature and less than or equal to the second preset temperature, then control all ion air modules 20 to work at the first voltage level; if the temperature difference is greater than the second preset temperature and less than or equal to the third preset temperature, then control all ion air modules 20 to work at the second voltage level, where the second voltage level is greater than the first voltage level; if the temperature difference is greater than the third preset temperature, then control all ion air modules 20 to work at the third voltage level, where the third voltage level is greater than the second voltage level. Therefore, the voltage level can be adjusted according to the magnitude of the temperature difference, thus more energy-efficiently and quickly meeting the user's temperature control requirements.

[0115] For example Figure 12 As shown, the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is ΔT. h0 The first preset temperature is 1°C, the second preset temperature is 2°C, and the third preset temperature is 5°C. The first voltage level is 5-10kV, the second voltage level is 10-20kV, and the third voltage level is 20-30kV. When 1°C < ΔT h0 When the angle is ≤2°, all ion wind modules 20 are controlled to operate at 5-10kV, meaning all ion wind modules 20 operate at a voltage of 5-10kV; when 2° < ΔT h0 When the angle is ≤5°, all ion wind modules 20 are controlled to operate at 10-20kV, meaning all ion wind modules 20 operate at a voltage of 10-20kV; when 5° < ΔT h0 When the voltage is 20, all ion wind modules 20 are controlled to operate at 20-30kV, meaning all ion wind modules 20 operate at a voltage of 20-30kV.

[0116] Of course, the present invention is not limited to this. If the temperature difference is greater than the first preset temperature, it is not necessary to control all ion air modules 20 to work simultaneously. For example, in some optional embodiments, if the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature exceeds the first preset temperature range, it indicates that the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is large. In this case, a larger number of ion air modules 20 (e.g., more than half of the ion air modules 20) can be controlled to work simultaneously, thereby improving the cooling or heating efficiency and quickly meeting the user's temperature regulation requirements for the air conditioner 100. Here, "more than half" means more than half of the total number. For example, when the ion air component 2 includes N ion air modules 20, "more than half" means at least N / 2.

[0117] Furthermore, while controlling a relatively large number of ion wind modules 20 (e.g., more than half of the ion wind modules 20) to work simultaneously, it is also possible to re-determine whether the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within the first preset temperature range. If the temperature difference is within the first preset temperature range, the ion wind modules 20 are controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command.

[0118] For example, in some optional embodiments, "controlling more than half of the ion wind modules 20 to work together" includes: when the temperature difference exceeds a first preset temperature range, controlling a corresponding number of ion wind modules 20 to work together according to the magnitude of the temperature difference exceeding the first preset temperature range, wherein the magnitude is proportional to the corresponding number. That is, the larger the temperature difference, the more ion wind modules 20 are controlled to work together, thereby improving the temperature regulation efficiency.

[0119] For example, if the temperature difference is greater than the first preset temperature and less than or equal to the second preset temperature, then N1 ion wind modules 20 are controlled to work simultaneously; if the temperature difference is greater than the second preset temperature and less than or equal to the third preset temperature, then N2 ion wind modules 20 are controlled to work simultaneously; if the temperature difference is greater than the third preset temperature, then N3 ion wind modules 20 are controlled to work simultaneously, where N3 > N2 > N1. This allows for flexible design.

[0120] However, it should be noted that the N1 ion wind modules 20 operating simultaneously can be clustered together or evenly distributed; that is, they do not need to be completely adjacent to each other to operate simultaneously, thereby improving ventilation uniformity. Similarly, the N2 ion wind modules 20 operating simultaneously can be clustered together or evenly distributed; that is, they do not need to be completely adjacent to each other to operate simultaneously, thereby improving ventilation uniformity.

[0121] The following describes an air outlet control method for an air conditioner 100 according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0122] The ion wind component 2 includes multiple ion wind modules 20 arranged in a multi-row, multi-column array. These modules form multiple ion wind rows 21 and multiple ion wind columns 22. Each column 22 includes multiple vertically arranged ion wind modules 20, and each row 21 includes multiple horizontally arranged ion wind modules 20. The multiple ion wind modules 20 are connected in parallel to ensure that each module can operate independently without interference. Depending on actual needs, a specific module can be activated to achieve zoned airflow while saving energy. By controlling the power on / off status of the ion wind modules 20 in different areas, left-right, up-down, or left-right-up-down circular airflow can be achieved. When large-area airflow is required, all ion wind modules 20 are powered on simultaneously, maximizing the airflow area and shortening the room's heat exchange time.

[0123] By adjusting the voltage of different ion wind modules 20, the air volume of different areas can be changed to achieve different wind speeds in different areas, thus meeting the customized air supply needs of multiple groups and multiple areas.

[0124] When the cooling or heating energy-saving circulating air sweeping mode is activated, the air conditioner 100 can receive the circulating air sweeping command, and then determine the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature. When the temperature difference is greater than 5℃, all ion air modules 20 are powered on and operated under a working voltage of 20-30kV; when the temperature difference is greater than 2℃ and less than or equal to 5℃, all ion air modules 20 are powered on and operated under a working voltage of 10-20kV; when the temperature difference is greater than 1℃ and less than or equal to 2℃, all ion air modules 20 are powered on and operated under a working voltage of 5-10kV.

[0125] After running for a period of time, the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is re-evaluated to see if it is within the first preset temperature range. If it is within the first preset temperature range, the ion air modules 20 are controlled to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command, so that the air conditioner 100 can perform left and right circulating air sweeping, up and down circulating air sweeping, or left and right up and down circulating air sweeping.

[0126] The operating sequence of each ion wind generator 21 can be top-down circulating airflow, bottom-up circulating airflow, alternating top-bottom circulating airflow, or random airflow, etc.; the operating sequence of each ion wind column 22 can be left-to-right circulating airflow, right-to-left circulating airflow, alternating left-to-right circulating airflow, or random airflow, etc. The operating time tn of each ion wind generator 21 (ion wind column 22) can be the same or different.

[0127] The air conditioner 100 may have an ambient temperature detection module to monitor the indoor ambient temperature in real time. After each ion air module 20 operates intermittently for a period of time, it detects whether the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within the first preset temperature range. If it is within the first preset temperature range, it continues to control each ion air module 20 to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command, so that the air conditioner 100 performs left-right circulating air sweeping, up-down circulating air sweeping, or left-right-up-down circulating air sweeping to maintain the indoor ambient temperature. If it exceeds the first preset temperature range, it uses the corresponding operating voltage to power on all ion air modules 20 according to the current temperature difference range, so as to quickly adjust the indoor ambient temperature to within the first preset temperature range.

[0128] Therefore, the air outlet control method according to the embodiments of the present invention can prevent prolonged direct airflow, which helps improve user comfort while reducing energy consumption and saving electricity costs. Furthermore, the ion wind component 2 uses a stationary ion wind module 20 to achieve vertical and / or horizontal circulating airflow, resulting in a simple, reliable, low-cost, and highly reliable structure with fewer components. Moreover, the air outlet area is adjustable, allowing for zoned air delivery, and the wind speed in different areas is adjustable, meeting the needs of multiple groups and areas for targeted air delivery. The large air outlet area enables wide-area air delivery, improving room heat exchange efficiency. The ion wind generation process is vibration-free and noiseless, providing excellent user comfort. In addition, the ion wind, while inducing airflow, also achieves air purification.

[0129] Furthermore, a second aspect of the present invention also provides an air conditioner 100, including a memory, a processor, and an air outlet control program for the air conditioner 100 stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the air outlet control program for the air conditioner 100, it implements the air outlet control method of the air conditioner 100 according to the first aspect of the present invention.

[0130] Furthermore, a third aspect of the present invention provides a computer-readable storage medium storing an air outlet control program for an air conditioner 100, which, when executed by a processor, implements an air outlet control method for an air conditioner 100 according to a first aspect of the present invention.

[0131] An air conditioner 100 according to a fourth aspect embodiment of the present invention will now be described.

[0132] like Figures 1-2 As shown, the air conditioner 100 includes: a housing component 1 and an ionization air component 2, combined with... Figure 3 and Figure 4 The housing component 1 has an air inlet area 11 and an air outlet area 12, and the ionization air component 2 is disposed inside the housing component 1, such as... Figure 5 and Figure 6As shown, the ion wind component 2 includes multiple rows of ion winds 21 arranged vertically (as shown in the up-down direction). Figure 5 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, each row of ion wind 21 includes multiple ion wind modules 20 arranged sequentially along the horizontal direction (as shown in the left-right direction), combined with... Figures 9-11 Each ion wind module 20 includes a discharge electrode 201 and a receiving electrode 202. The ion wind module 20 operates to generate ion wind to induce airflow from the air inlet area 11 to the air outlet area 12.

[0133] When the ion wind module 20 is working, it generates ion wind. The flow of ion wind causes air outside the housing component 1 to enter the housing component 1 from the air inlet area 11, and causes the airflow inside the housing component 1 to flow from the air inlet area 11 to the air outlet area 12, and causes the airflow inside the housing component 1 to be sent out of the housing component 1 from the air outlet area 12. As a result, the impeller can be eliminated, realizing airflow without impeller drive, reducing cost and noise.

[0134] The specific configuration of the air outlet area 12 is not limited, as long as it enables airflow. For example, airflow can be achieved by setting an air outlet grille, or by directly opening several air outlet holes on the housing component 1. The cross-sectional shape of the air outlet holes is not limited and can be circular, polygonal, etc., which will not be elaborated here. Similarly, the specific configuration of the air inlet area 11 is also not limited, as long as it enables airflow. For example, airflow can be achieved by setting an air inlet grille, or by directly opening several air inlet holes on the housing component 1. The cross-sectional shape of the air inlet holes is not limited and can be circular, polygonal, etc., which will not be elaborated here.

[0135] According to a fourth aspect embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner 100 further includes a control unit 4, which is configured to receive a circulating air sweeping command and control each ion air module 20 to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command, so that the air conditioner 100 performs left-right circulating air sweeping, up-down circulating air sweeping, or left-right-up-down circulating air sweeping.

[0136] For example, when the airflow cycles left and right, users can experience airflow from left to right or right to left. Similarly, when the airflow cycles up and down, users can experience airflow from top to bottom or bottom to top. Finally, when the airflow cycles left, right, up, and down, users can experience airflow from top to bottom, bottom to top, left to right, or right to left.

[0137] Therefore, by configuring the ion wind component 2 in the above-described manner, different cyclic sweeping effects can be achieved by controlling the intermittent operation of each ion wind module 20 and utilizing the different positions of the operating ion wind modules 20, thus enriching the user experience. Moreover, compared to related technologies, since it eliminates the need for multiple fans and complex air guide components and drive mechanisms to achieve various sweeping effects, the structural complexity of the air conditioner 100 is simplified, costs are reduced, and sweeping reliability is improved.

[0138] The air conditioner 100 according to the fourth aspect embodiment of the present invention can be controlled by the air outlet control method of the first aspect embodiment described above, therefore, it will not be described in detail here.

[0139] In some embodiments, the multiple ion wind modules 20 are arranged in multiple rows and columns to form multiple ion wind columns 22 arranged sequentially in the horizontal direction. Each ion wind column 22 includes multiple ion wind modules 20 arranged sequentially in the vertical direction. This simplifies the design and facilitates the implementation of left and right sweeping design and control.

[0140] Hereinafter, optional embodiments of the specific structure of the air conditioner 100 according to the first and fourth aspects of the present invention will be described.

[0141] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 and Figure 8 As shown, the ion wind component 2 includes at least three rows of ion wind ducts 21, and each row of ion wind ducts 21 includes at least three ion wind modules 20. This allows for more adjustable air outlet area, more diverse zoned air supply, and adjustable wind speed in different areas, meeting the customized air supply needs of more people and more areas.

[0142] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the dimensions and structures of each row of ion streams 21 are identical, meaning that the structures and dimensions of any two adjacent ion streams 21 are the same. Furthermore, combined with... Figures 6-7 In this invention, the dimensions and structures of each ion air module 20 in a row of ion airflow units 21 are identical; that is, in any row of ion airflow units 21, the structure and dimensions of any two adjacent ion airflow modules 20 are the same. This simplifies the structure, facilitates manufacturing, and ensures more uniform airflow control for each module. However, this invention is not limited to this; the dimensions or structures of each row of ion airflow units 21 can also differ, as can the dimensions or structures of each ion airflow module 20 within the same row of ion airflow units 21.

[0143] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, the housing component 1 includes an air outlet panel 10, an air outlet area 12 is formed on the air outlet panel 10, and the shape of the air outlet surface of the ionizing air component 2 matches the shape of the air outlet panel 10. This improves space utilization, enhances the structural compactness of the air conditioner 100, and increases the air outlet range of the ionizing air component 2.

[0144] For example in Figure 1 and Figure 4 In the example shown, the air outlet panel 10 is a flat panel. In this case, multiple rows of ion airflow 21 are arranged vertically along a straight line, and multiple ion airflow modules 20 in each row of ion airflow 21 are arranged horizontally along a straight line. Alternatively, in some other embodiments, the air outlet panel 10 is an arc panel with an arc-shaped cross-section (this embodiment is not shown in the figure). In this case, multiple rows of ion airflow 21 are arranged vertically along a straight line, and multiple ion airflow modules 20 in each row of ion airflow 21 are arranged horizontally along an arc, and so on. These will not be elaborated here.

[0145] Furthermore, the air conditioner 100 may also have an air handling unit disposed within the housing component 1 and located upstream and / or downstream of the ion air component 2 along the air outlet direction of the ion air component 2. For example, the air handling unit may include at least one of a temperature regulating component (e.g., a heat exchanger 3, electric auxiliary heating, etc.), a humidity regulating component, and a purification component. In addition, the air conditioner 100 may also have a control unit 4, etc.

[0146] It should be noted that the specific type of air conditioner 100 according to the embodiments of the present invention is not limited, such as a floor-standing unit, wall-mounted unit, window unit, portable air conditioner, etc. In some embodiments, "vertical" can be the length direction of the air conditioner 100 and "horizontal" can be the width direction of the air conditioner 100, or in other embodiments, "vertical" can be the up-down direction of the air conditioner 100 when in use and "horizontal" can be the left-right direction of the air conditioner 100 when in use.

[0147] For example, in some specific embodiments, such as Figures 1-4 As shown, the air conditioner 100 is a floor-standing unit. The rear side of the casing component 1 is the air inlet area 11, and the front side of the casing component 1 is the air outlet area 12. The length direction of the air conditioner 100 is vertical, and the width direction of the air conditioner 100 is horizontal. Multiple ion air streamers 21 in the ion air component 2 are arranged vertically, and multiple ion air groups are arranged horizontally. The heat exchanger 3 can be located on the rear side of the ion air component 2, and the control unit 4 is located above the ion air component 2. Thus, the structure is simple and the control effect is good.

[0148] Hereinafter, we describe specific structural alternative embodiments of the ion wind module 20 of the air conditioner 100 according to the first and fourth aspects of the present invention.

[0149] In some embodiments, the discharge electrode 201 includes at least one of a corona discharge electrode 201 and a dielectric barrier discharge electrode 201. All discharge electrodes 201 of the ion wind modules 20 may be either corona discharge electrodes 201 or dielectric barrier discharge electrodes 201; alternatively, some discharge electrodes 201 of the ion wind modules 20 may be corona discharge electrodes 201, and some discharge electrodes 201 of the ion wind modules 20 may be dielectric barrier discharge electrodes 201. The concepts of corona discharge and dielectric barrier discharge are well known to those skilled in the art and will not be elaborated upon here. Since ion wind can be generated through various discharge forms, the ion wind modules 20 can be flexibly configured.

[0150] For example, in some specific examples of the present invention, such as Figures 9-11 As shown, the corona discharge electrode 201 includes several electrode sheets arranged laterally. Each electrode sheet includes a body portion and a serrated portion. The serrated portion is connected to one side of the width of the body portion. The serrated portion includes a plurality of serrations arranged along the length direction of the body portion. Each serration includes two serrated bevels arranged along the length direction of the body portion. The two serrated bevels approach each other along the direction away from the body portion to meet and form the tip of the serration. The tip of the serration constitutes a discharge tip.

[0151] Furthermore, the receiving electrode 202 is located on the side of the serrated portion away from the main body, i.e., the serrated portion is positioned close to the receiving electrode 202, to facilitate the generation of an ion wind. The ion wind module 20 is adapted to be energized to generate an ion wind through corona discharge at the tooth tips. In other words, the ion wind module 20 is adapted to be energized so that the discharge electrode 201 generates charged particles through corona discharge, and these charged particles migrate towards the receiving electrode 202 to form an ion wind. That is, the electrode sheet and the receiving electrode 202 are adapted to be electrically connected to a power source to drive the discharge electrode 201 to generate charged particles through corona discharge, and to create an electric field between the discharge electrode 201 and the receiving electrode 202, inducing the charged particles to migrate towards the receiving electrode 202 to form an ion wind. Because the ion wind module 20 uses a serrated structure as the discharge electrode 201, it is not only easier to process and mass-produce, facilitating large-scale production of the ion wind module 20, but the overall structure of the serrated structure is also more stable and reliable, resulting in higher reliability and safety for the ion wind module 20.

[0152] In some embodiments, the ion wind module 20 can be connected to a power supply, which can be a DC high-voltage power supply with AC voltage input, ranging from AC85V to AC265V; after rectification, the voltage is boosted to 4-6kV, and then after voltage multiplication, a DC high-voltage output is generated, with a voltage range of 20kV-40kV; the power supply uses a full-bridge phase-shifting drive circuit, and the voltage is adjusted by digital control to regulate the ion wind volume.

[0153] For example, multiple electrode plates can be arranged at equal intervals. A high-voltage power supply is connected to all the electrode plates of the ion wind module 20, enabling all the electrode plates of the ion wind module 20 to simultaneously perform corona discharge, generating a large number of ions. The receiving electrode 202 includes flat plate electrodes arranged at equal intervals. The flat plate electrodes are metal plates, and the receiving electrode 202 is grounded. The tooth tips face the receiving electrode 202, and the large number of ions generated by the tooth tips form airflow under the drive of high and low voltage potentials, generating an ion wind.

[0154] Since the electrode sheet can be manufactured using a stamping process, not only is the overall strength of the electrode sheet guaranteed, but it is also easier to process and manufacture. The serrations are formed by stamping a metal sheet and can be fixed through the main body, eliminating the need to apply tension to the serrations to ensure their stability and reducing the risk of breakage. Furthermore, no separate conductive structure is required for connection and fixation. This simplifies the manufacturing process, lowers processing difficulty, and facilitates the large-scale production of the ion wind module 20.

[0155] In addition, the corona discharge electrode 201 can also be a needle or wire structure to achieve tip discharge, which will not be elaborated here.

[0156] In some embodiments, the dielectric barrier discharge electrode 201 may include at least one discharge unit adapted to generate charged particles by energizing it. For example, the discharge unit includes a winding core and a conductive wire, with the conductive wire disposed outside the winding core. The winding core includes a conductive rod and an insulating layer disposed on the outer peripheral wall of the conductive rod, with the insulating layer separating the conductive rod and the conductive wire. Because of the use of a conductive wire, the number of discharge points can be effectively increased, thereby improving ionization efficiency and ion generation.

[0157] In other words, the dielectric barrier discharge electrode 201 consists of three parts from the inside out: the innermost part is a conductive rod, such as a conductive metal rod; the middle part is an insulating layer (dielectric layer); and the outermost part is a wound conductive wire. Preferably, the conductive rod can be any conductive metal rod such as an alloy or copper; the insulating layer can be a polymer film such as polytetrafluoroethylene or other non-conductive materials with a high dielectric constant; and the conductive wire can be made of conductive materials such as metal wire or carbon fiber filament to ensure the amount of charged particles generated.

[0158] Furthermore, the ion wind module 20 is suitable for connection to electricity, so that the dielectric barrier discharge electrode 201 generates charged particles through dielectric barrier discharge, and the charged particles migrate to the receiving electrode 202 to form an ion wind. That is, the conductive rod, conductive wire, and receiving electrode 202 are suitable for being electrically connected to the power supply, so as to drive the discharge electrode 201 to generate charged particles through dielectric barrier discharge, and to form an electric field between the dielectric barrier discharge electrode 201 and the receiving electrode 202, causing the charged particles to migrate to the receiving electrode 202 to form an ion wind. Since the ion wind module 20 uses dielectric barrier discharge to generate ion wind, it can not only increase the number of discharge points to improve ionization efficiency and ion generation, thereby increasing the air volume, but also make the discharge more uniform and stable, without producing sparking noise, thus achieving silent discharge and silent air output, making it safer, and also has the function of purifying the air.

[0159] In some embodiments, the receiving electrode 202 includes at least one of a wire mesh electrode, a perforated plate electrode, a flat plate electrode, and a rod electrode. That is, any receiving electrode 202 in the ion wind module 20 can be one of these types. All receiving electrodes 202 in the ion wind module 20 can be of the same type or different types; for example, one or more may be the same, while the others may be different. Therefore, different types of receiving electrodes 202 can be selected, allowing for flexible design to meet different practical requirements.

[0160] In some embodiments, the shape of the receiving electrode 202 matches the shape of the discharging electrode 201, and the closest distance from each tooth tip to the plane where the corresponding receiving electrode 202 is located is the same, thereby improving the uniformity of discharge.

[0161] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the ion wind component 2 comprises multiple ion wind modules 20 arranged in a multi-row, multi-column array. These multiple ion wind modules 20 are connected in parallel and can operate independently under the control of the control unit 4. This allows for zoned selective air supply and targeted air supply, meeting the air supply needs of different areas. By using different combinations of zoned air supply, the overall air outlet area of ​​the air conditioner 100 can be adjusted to meet different user needs regarding the size of the air outlet range. For example, when the user selects a relatively large number of sub-zones, the air outlet area and air supply range are relatively large, which can accelerate room ventilation efficiency and improve user comfort. By controlling the intermittent operation of the multiple ion wind modules 20, various circulating air sweeping effects can be achieved in energy-saving mode.

[0162] This allows for adjustable wind speeds in different sub-zones, meeting the customized air supply needs of multiple groups and areas. Furthermore, in some optional examples, when implementing zoned air supply and adjusting the outlet wind speed in different sub-zones, it is not necessary to set up multiple impellers, additional baffles, air guides, etc., nor is it necessary to set up complex control processes. This simplifies the structure and system, resulting in fewer components, lower cost, and higher reliability.

[0163] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "vertical," "lateral," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0164] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0165] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances. In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "on" or "below" a second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact through an intermediate medium.

[0166] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0167] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A method for controlling the airflow of an air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes a housing component and an ion wind component. The housing component has an air inlet area and an air outlet area. The ion wind component is disposed within the housing component and includes multiple rows of ion winds arranged vertically. Each row of ion winds includes multiple ion wind modules arranged horizontally. Each ion wind module includes a discharge electrode and a receiving electrode. The ion wind modules operate to generate ion wind to induce airflow from the air inlet area to the air outlet area. The method includes: Receive cyclic air sweeping command; The ion air module is controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command, so that the air conditioner can perform left-right cyclic sweeping, up-down cyclic sweeping, or left-right-up-down cyclic sweeping. Determine the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature; when the temperature difference is within a first preset temperature range, control each of the ion wind modules to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command; when the temperature difference is less than or equal to the first preset temperature, determine that the temperature difference is within the first preset temperature range. If the temperature difference is greater than a first preset temperature, then all the ion wind modules are controlled to work together, including: if the temperature difference is greater than the first preset temperature and less than or equal to a second preset temperature, then all the ion wind modules are controlled to work at a first voltage level; if the temperature difference is greater than the second preset temperature and less than or equal to a third preset temperature, then all the ion wind modules are controlled to work at a second voltage level, wherein the second voltage level is greater than the first voltage level; if the temperature difference is greater than a third preset temperature, then all the ion wind modules are controlled to work at a third voltage level, wherein the third voltage level is greater than the second voltage level.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the cyclic sweeping command is an up-and-down cyclic sweeping command, the ion wind modules are controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command, including: The operation is controlled sequentially from top to bottom or from bottom to top, controlling the ion flow accordingly; or After controlling each ion stream to operate sequentially from top to bottom, then controlling each ion stream to operate sequentially from bottom to top, and so on alternately; or After controlling each ion stream to operate sequentially from bottom to top, then controlling each ion stream to operate sequentially from top to bottom, and so on alternately; or The ion flow is controlled randomly from top to bottom or bottom to top.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple ion wind modules are arranged in multiple rows and columns to form multiple columns of ion wind arrays arranged horizontally. Each column of the ion wind array includes multiple ion wind modules arranged vertically. When the cyclic sweeping command is a left-right cyclic sweeping command, each ion wind module is controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command, including: The operation of each ion wind column is controlled sequentially from left to right or from right to left; or After controlling each ion wind column to operate sequentially from left to right, then controlling each ion wind column to operate sequentially from right to left, and so on alternately; or After controlling each ion wind column to operate sequentially from right to left, control each ion wind column to operate sequentially from left to right, and so on alternately; or The ion wind arrays are controlled to operate randomly from left to right or from right to left.

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the cyclic sweeping command is a left-right-up-down cyclic sweeping command, the ion wind modules are controlled to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command, including: The ion wind modules in each of the ion wind systems are controlled sequentially from top to bottom, working from left to right, or from right to left, or alternating between working from left to right, skipping a row, and then working from right to left, or alternating between working from right to left, skipping a row, and then working from left to right. The ion wind modules in each row of the ion wind system are controlled sequentially from bottom to top, either from left to right, or from right to left, or alternately from left to right, skipping a row, and then from right to left, or alternately from right to left, skipping a row, and then from left to right.

5. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the temperature difference exceeds the first preset temperature range, more than half of the ion wind modules are controlled to work together.

6. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that, The control of more than half of the ion wind modules to work together includes: Based on the extent to which the temperature difference exceeds the first preset temperature range, a corresponding number of the ion wind modules are controlled to work together, wherein the extent is proportional to the corresponding number.

7. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, When the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is determined to be within the first preset temperature range, the air conditioner automatically issues the circulating air sweeping command and begins to control each ion air module to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command.

8. The method according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that, When the cyclic sweeping command is manually input, regardless of whether the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature is within the first preset temperature range, the ion wind modules will start to work intermittently according to the cyclic sweeping command.

9. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, It stores an air outlet control program for an air conditioner, which, when executed by a processor, implements the air outlet control method for an air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-8.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, The device includes a memory, a processor, and an air outlet control program for an air conditioner stored in the memory and executable on the processor. When the processor executes the air outlet control program for the air conditioner, it implements the air outlet control method for the air conditioner according to any one of claims 1-8.

11. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: A housing component having an air inlet area and an air outlet area; An ion wind component is disposed within the housing component and includes multiple rows of ion winds arranged vertically. Each row of ion winds includes multiple ion wind modules arranged horizontally. Each ion wind module includes a discharge electrode and a receiving electrode. The ion wind modules work to generate ion wind to induce airflow from the air inlet area to the air outlet area. and The control unit is used to receive the circulating air sweeping command, and control each of the ion air modules to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command, so that the air conditioner can perform left-right circulating air sweeping, up-down circulating air sweeping, or left-right-up-down circulating air sweeping; determine the temperature difference between the current ambient temperature and the set temperature; and control each of the ion air modules to work intermittently according to the circulating air sweeping command when the temperature difference is within a first preset temperature range. When the temperature difference is less than or equal to a first preset temperature, the temperature difference is determined to be within the first preset temperature range; If the temperature difference is greater than a first preset temperature, then all the ion wind modules are controlled to work together, including: if the temperature difference is greater than the first preset temperature and less than or equal to a second preset temperature, then all the ion wind modules are controlled to work at a first voltage level; if the temperature difference is greater than the second preset temperature and less than or equal to a third preset temperature, then all the ion wind modules are controlled to work at a second voltage level, wherein the second voltage level is greater than the first voltage level; if the temperature difference is greater than a third preset temperature, then all the ion wind modules are controlled to work at a third voltage level, wherein the third voltage level is greater than the second voltage level.

12. The air conditioner according to claim 11, characterized in that, The multiple ion wind modules are arranged in multiple rows and columns to form multiple ion wind columns arranged sequentially in the horizontal direction. Each column of the ion wind column includes multiple ion wind modules arranged sequentially in the vertical direction.

13. The air conditioner according to claim 11, characterized in that, The housing component includes an air outlet panel, the air outlet area is formed on the air outlet panel, and the shape of the air outlet surface of the ion wind component matches the shape of the air outlet panel.

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