An air conditioner, a method for controlling a scent of the air conditioner, and a control device thereof

Abstract

The application provides a method for controlling aroma of an air conditioner, a control device thereof and the air conditioner. The method comprises: obtaining space information of the air conditioner when the air conditioner starts the aroma function, the space information including a space area and a state of a person in the space; adjusting the aroma concentration based on the space area and the state of the person in the space; wherein the adjustment of the aroma concentration comprises: controlling the opening and closing of an aroma module; and / or adjusting the opening degree of the aroma module; and / or adjusting the working time length of the aroma module. The application solves the technical problem that the existing aroma control method is prone to over-concentration or under-concentration of the aroma concentration in the indoor space, which cannot meet the use demand of the user and leads to poor use experience of the user, and achieves the technical effect of better controlling the aroma emission speed of the aroma, so that the aroma in the indoor space is not too strong or too weak.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioner technology, and more specifically, to an aromatherapy control method and control device for an air conditioner, and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] As people's living standards improve, aromatherapy is becoming increasingly prevalent in daily life, relieving fatigue and uplifting moods. Aromatherapy is also increasingly being incorporated into everyday appliances, such as air conditioners with aromatherapy functions, specifically the indoor unit. An aromatherapy box containing fragrance materials is placed at the air inlet of the indoor unit. When indoor air enters the air conditioner through the filter at the inlet, the fragrance emitted from the aromatherapy box is carried into the air conditioner, where it is heated before entering the indoor space. This not only regulates the indoor air temperature but also adjusts the odor.

[0003] The problem is that the fragrance concentration in the indoor space is easily too strong or too weak, which fails to meet the user's needs and results in a poor user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention solves the technical problem that existing aromatherapy control methods tend to make the fragrance concentration in indoor spaces too strong or too weak, failing to meet user needs and resulting in a poor user experience. It achieves better control over the fragrance diffusion rate of aromatherapy, ensuring that the fragrance in indoor spaces is neither too strong nor too weak.

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, this invention provides a method for controlling the aromatherapy function of an air conditioner. The air conditioner includes an aromatherapy device comprising multiple independent aromatherapy modules, each with a fragrance outlet located near the air outlet of the air conditioner. The aromatherapy control method includes: when the air conditioner's aromatherapy function is activated, acquiring spatial information about the air conditioner, including the space area and the state of people within the space; adjusting the aromatherapy concentration based on the space area and the state of people within the space; wherein adjusting the aromatherapy concentration includes: controlling the opening and closing of the aromatherapy modules; and / or adjusting the opening degree of the aromatherapy modules; and / or adjusting the operating time of the aromatherapy modules.

[0006] Compared to existing technologies, this technical solution achieves the following effects: The aroma concentration is adjusted based on the space area and the state of the people within it. Firstly, different space sizes require different aroma concentrations; larger spaces require higher concentrations to ensure a suitable fragrance diffused throughout the room, avoiding excessive or insufficient intensity. Secondly, the aroma concentration varies depending on the person's state; for example, the concentration differs between a sleeping and awake state to prevent discomfort during sleep, making it more humane. The aroma concentration adjustment methods include controlling the opening and closing of the aroma diffuser module; and / or adjusting the opening degree of the aroma diffuser module; and / or adjusting the working time of the aroma diffuser module. It is clear that, under the same conditions, the more the aroma diffuser module is open, the higher the aroma concentration; the larger the opening angle of the aroma diffuser module, the higher the aroma concentration; and the longer the working time of the aroma diffuser module, the higher the aroma concentration. The above aroma concentration adjustment methods are efficient and simple, allowing for appropriate control based on actual conditions to achieve a suitable indoor fragrance concentration and enhance the user experience.

[0007] In one embodiment of the present invention, adjusting the aromatherapy concentration based on the space area and the state of the person in the space includes: when the space area is less than or equal to a first preset area, determining whether the person in the space is asleep; if so, adjusting the aromatherapy concentration to a first aromatherapy concentration; if not, adjusting the aromatherapy concentration to a second aromatherapy concentration, the second aromatherapy concentration being greater than the first aromatherapy concentration; when the space area is greater than the first preset area, determining the aromatherapy concentration corresponding to the space area according to a preset first mapping relationship, wherein the first mapping relationship specifies different preset aromatherapy concentrations corresponding to different space areas greater than the first preset area, each preset aromatherapy concentration being greater than the second aromatherapy concentration, and in the first mapping relationship, the larger the space area, the greater the preset aromatherapy concentration.

[0008] Compared to existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: In relatively small spaces, air circulation is slow, and sleeping in a small space with a strong fragrance can easily cause discomfort. Therefore, the system first determines whether the space area is larger than a first preset area. If the space area is less than or equal to the first preset area, it then determines whether the person in the space is asleep, as the fragrance concentration is lower when a person is asleep. If the space area is larger than the first preset area, there is no need to determine whether the person in the space is asleep. In relatively large spaces, a first mapping relationship exists: different space areas correspond to different preset fragrance concentrations. Since a larger space area requires a higher fragrance concentration from the fragrance diffuser, the fragrance can spread throughout the space, maintaining a suitable fragrance concentration. Therefore, in the first mapping relationship, a larger space area corresponds to a higher preset fragrance concentration.

[0009] In one embodiment of the present invention, the aromatherapy control method further includes: acquiring the fragrance concentration in the room in real time, and controlling the aromatherapy module to turn off according to the fragrance concentration, including: controlling the aromatherapy module to turn off when the space area is less than or equal to a first preset area, the person is asleep, and the fragrance concentration reaches a first concentration; controlling the aromatherapy module to turn off when the space area is less than or equal to the first preset area, the person is not asleep, and the fragrance concentration reaches a second concentration; and controlling the aromatherapy module to turn off when the space area is greater than the first preset area and the fragrance concentration reaches a preset aromatherapy concentration.

[0010] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: After the aromatherapy module is turned on, the fragrance is diffused into the room along with the air from the air outlet of the air conditioner. To avoid the fragrance being too strong, the fragrance concentration in the room is acquired in real time. When the fragrance concentration reaches the preset concentration, the aromatherapy module is turned off. This also saves energy and extends the usage time of the aromatherapy module.

[0011] In one embodiment of the present invention, the aromatherapy control method further includes: after controlling the aromatherapy module to turn off, obtaining a first stop duration for the aromatherapy module to turn off; comparing the first stop duration with a second preset duration; and controlling the aromatherapy module to turn on if the first stop duration is greater than or equal to the second preset duration.

[0012] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effect achieved by this solution is as follows: to avoid the indoor fragrance being too weak, the fragrance module is restarted after being turned off for a period of time, so that the indoor fragrance can always be at a suitable concentration.

[0013] In one embodiment of the present invention, adjusting the aroma concentration includes: determining the number of aroma modules to be opened and the opening degree of the aroma modules corresponding to each aroma concentration according to a preset second mapping relationship. The second mapping relationship specifies the number of aroma modules to be opened and the opening degree of the aroma modules corresponding to different aroma concentrations. In the second mapping relationship, as the aroma concentration increases, the number of aroma modules to be opened increases and the opening degree of the aroma modules increases.

[0014] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: different aroma concentrations correspond to different numbers of aroma modules that need to be turned on and different opening degrees of the aroma modules. In order to increase the aroma concentration, it is necessary to increase the number of aroma modules that need to be turned on and increase the opening degree of the aroma modules, so that the fragrance emitted by the aroma modules is more intense, which in turn makes it easier for the fragrance to diffuse into the indoor space, and the fragrance adjustment of the indoor space is more efficient and faster.

[0015] In one embodiment of the present invention, the aromatherapy control method further includes: acquiring the indoor ambient temperature when the air conditioner is in the aromatherapy function; adjusting the airflow speed of the air conditioner's blower according to the indoor ambient temperature; adjusting the second mapping relationship based on the airflow speed, increasing the opening degree of the aromatherapy module when the airflow speed decreases; and decreasing the opening degree of the aromatherapy module when the airflow speed increases.

[0016] Compared to existing technologies, the technical advantages of this solution are as follows: Because the aromatherapy module is installed near the air outlet, under reduced airflow conditions, it can release less fragrance. In this case, the opening of the aromatherapy module needs to be increased to accelerate fragrance dissipation. Conversely, under increased airflow conditions, it can release more fragrance, allowing the opening of the aromatherapy module to be reduced. This prevents the fragrance from dissipating too quickly, extends the module's lifespan, and is more economical.

[0017] In one embodiment of the present invention, the aromatherapy control method further includes: obtaining the cumulative working time and aroma concentration of each aromatherapy module; sorting the cumulative working time and aroma concentration of each aromatherapy module to obtain a first sorting result and a second sorting result; prioritizing the selection of aromatherapy modules with longer cumulative working times based on the first sorting result; prioritizing the selection of aromatherapy modules with lower aroma concentrations based on the second sorting result; and replacing the aromatherapy module when the cumulative working time is greater than a preset working time and / or the aroma concentration is lower than a certain aroma concentration.

[0018] Compared to existing technologies, the technical benefits of this solution are as follows: After a certain period of operation, the fragrance emission from the aromatherapy module decreases significantly, leading to reduced fragrance regulation efficiency. Therefore, the aromatherapy module needs to be replaced promptly. Prioritize aromatherapy modules with longer cumulative operating times and lower fragrance concentrations. This ensures that modules nearing the end of their lifespan are used up quickly, preventing them from occupying installation space.

[0019] The present invention also provides an aromatherapy control device for an air conditioner, used to implement the aromatherapy control method of any of the above embodiments. The aromatherapy control device includes: an acquisition module for acquiring spatial information of the air conditioner, the spatial information including the area of ​​the space and the state of the people in the space; and an adjustment module for adjusting the aromatherapy concentration based on the area of ​​the space and the state of the people in the space.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the technical effect achieved by adopting this technical solution is as follows: When the aromatherapy control device is used to implement the control method in the above example, the control device has all the technical features and all the beneficial effects of the control method in the above embodiment, which will not be elaborated here.

[0021] The present invention also provides an air conditioner, comprising: an indoor unit, wherein an air outlet is provided on the casing of the indoor unit; a blower fan disposed inside the casing for causing indoor air to enter the indoor unit and be blown out of the casing through the air outlet; an aromatherapy device disposed inside the casing and near the air outlet, the aromatherapy device comprising a plurality of aromatherapy modules containing aromatherapy essential oils and a cover movably disposed at the opening of the aromatherapy modules; and an aromatherapy control device comprising a controller and a memory, wherein the memory stores an executable program, and when the executable program is run, the aromatherapy control device performs the aromatherapy control method of any of the above embodiments.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the technical effect achieved by adopting this technical solution is as follows: After the air conditioner implements the control method in the above example, the air conditioner has all the technical features and all the beneficial effects of the control method in the above embodiment, which will not be elaborated here.

[0023] In one embodiment of the present invention, the aromatherapy module further includes a drive mechanism, which includes a gear, a rack and a motor. The rack is provided on the lower surface of the lid. The motor is fixed on the aromatherapy module. The output shaft of the motor is connected to the gear. The gear meshes with the rack. The motor drives the gear to rotate, thereby moving the rack and the lid, and thus adjusting the opening degree of the lid.

[0024] Compared with existing technologies, the technical effects achieved by this solution are as follows: by connecting the drive mechanism to the lid, the opening degree of the lid can be adjusted under the drive of the drive mechanism, thereby adjusting the aroma concentration, which is convenient and efficient. Attached Figure Description

[0025] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic flowchart of an air conditioner aromatherapy control method provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below.

[0028] Example 1:

[0029] This embodiment provides a method for controlling the aromatherapy function of an air conditioner. See [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 1 This is a flowchart illustrating an aromatherapy control method. An aromatherapy device is installed inside the air conditioner. This device includes multiple independent aromatherapy modules, each with a fragrance outlet located near the air outlet of the air conditioner. The aromatherapy control method includes:

[0030] S10: When the air conditioner's aromatherapy function is turned on, obtain the spatial information of the space where the air conditioner is located, including the space area and the status of the people in the space;

[0031] S20: Adjusts the aroma concentration based on the space area and the state of the people in the space;

[0032] Adjusting the aromatherapy concentration includes:

[0033] Controlling the opening and closing of the aromatherapy module; and / or

[0034] Adjust the opening of the aromatherapy module; and / or

[0035] Adjust the working time of the aromatherapy module.

[0036] In this example, the aromatherapy concentration is adjusted based on the space area and the state of the people within it. Firstly, different space sizes require different aromatherapy concentrations; larger spaces require higher concentrations to ensure a suitable fragrance diffused throughout the room, avoiding excessive or weak scents. Secondly, the concentration varies depending on the person's state; for example, the concentration differs between a sleeping and awake state to prevent discomfort during sleep, demonstrating a more human-centered approach. The aromatherapy concentration is adjusted by controlling the opening and closing of the aromatherapy module; and / or adjusting the module's opening angle; and / or adjusting its operating time. Clearly, under the same conditions, the more the module is open, the higher the concentration; the wider the opening angle, the higher the concentration; and the longer the module operates, the higher the concentration. This method of adjusting aromatherapy concentration is efficient and simple, allowing for adjustments based on actual conditions to achieve a suitable indoor fragrance concentration and enhance the user experience.

[0037] For example, the aromatherapy module is an aromatherapy box. Multiple aromatherapy boxes are installed near the air outlet of the air conditioner, making installation convenient. The aromatherapy boxes contain substances that can emit fragrance, such as essential oils, aromatherapy stones, and aromatherapy tablets, which are easy to replace.

[0038] Furthermore, based on the space area and the state of the people within the space, the aromatherapy concentration is adjusted, including:

[0039] If the area of ​​the space is less than or equal to the first preset area, determine whether the person in the space is asleep.

[0040] If so, adjust the aromatherapy concentration to the first aromatherapy concentration;

[0041] If not, adjust the aromatherapy concentration to the second aromatherapy concentration, which is greater than the first aromatherapy concentration;

[0042] When the space area is larger than the first preset area, the aroma concentration corresponding to the space area is determined according to the preset first mapping relationship. The first mapping relationship specifies different preset aroma concentrations corresponding to different space areas larger than the first preset area. Each preset aroma concentration is greater than the second aroma concentration. In the first mapping relationship, the larger the space area, the greater the preset aroma concentration.

[0043] Specifically, in relatively small spaces, air circulation is slower, and sleeping in a small space with a strong fragrance can easily cause discomfort. Therefore, the system first determines if the space area is larger than a first preset area. If the space area is smaller than or equal to the first preset area, it then determines if the person in the space is asleep, as the fragrance concentration is lower when a person is asleep. If the space area is larger than the first preset area, it is not necessary to determine if the person in the space is asleep. In relatively large spaces, there is a preset mapping relationship: different space areas correspond to different preset fragrance concentrations. Since a larger space area requires a higher fragrance concentration from the aromatherapy device to ensure the fragrance can spread throughout the space and maintain a suitable fragrance concentration, in the first mapping relationship, a larger space area corresponds to a higher preset fragrance concentration.

[0044] For example, the first preset area is 20 square meters.

[0045] Furthermore, aromatherapy control methods also include:

[0046] Real-time monitoring of indoor fragrance concentration; based on the fragrance concentration, controlling the aromatherapy module to shut off, including:

[0047] When the space area is less than or equal to the first preset area, and the person is asleep and the fragrance concentration reaches the first concentration, the aromatherapy module is turned off.

[0048] When the space area is less than or equal to the first preset area, the person is not asleep, and the fragrance concentration reaches the second concentration, the aromatherapy module is turned off.

[0049] When the space area is larger than the first preset area and the fragrance concentration reaches the preset fragrance concentration, the fragrance module is controlled to turn off.

[0050] Specifically, once the aromatherapy module is turned on, the fragrance is diffused into the room along with the airflow from the air conditioner's vents. To prevent the fragrance from becoming too strong, the indoor fragrance concentration is monitored in real time. When the fragrance concentration reaches the preset level, the aromatherapy module is turned off, which also saves energy and extends the usage time of the aromatherapy module.

[0051] Furthermore, aromatherapy control methods also include:

[0052] After the aromatherapy module is turned off, obtain the first stop duration of the aromatherapy module being turned off;

[0053] Compare the first stop duration with the second preset duration;

[0054] If the first stop duration is greater than or equal to the second preset duration, the aromatherapy module is turned on.

[0055] Specifically, to avoid the indoor fragrance being too weak, after the aromatherapy module has been turned off for a period of time, the aromatherapy module is turned on again. The mode for turning on the aromatherapy module is set to be the same as before it was turned off, that is, the number of aromatherapy modules turned on and the degree of opening are the same as before it was turned off, and the aromatherapy modules are turned on simultaneously, so that the indoor fragrance can always be at a suitable concentration.

[0056] Specifically, the aromatherapy modules can be turned on asynchronously, for example, one or more aromatherapy modules can be turned on at regular intervals.

[0057] Furthermore, once the aromatherapy module is turned on, it will shut down when the fragrance concentration reaches the preset level, thus creating a cycle.

[0058] Furthermore, adjusting the aromatherapy concentration includes:

[0059] The number of aromatherapy modules to be opened and the opening degree of the aromatherapy modules corresponding to each aromatherapy concentration are determined according to the preset second mapping relationship. The second mapping relationship specifies the number of aromatherapy modules to be opened and the opening degree of the aromatherapy modules corresponding to different aromatherapy concentrations. In the second mapping relationship, as the aromatherapy concentration increases, the number of aromatherapy modules to be opened increases and the opening degree of the aromatherapy modules increases.

[0060] Specifically, different aromatherapy concentrations correspond to different numbers of aromatherapy modules that need to be turned on and different opening degrees of the modules. To increase the aromatherapy concentration, it is necessary to increase the number of aromatherapy modules that need to be turned on and increase the opening degree of the modules, so that the fragrance emitted by the aromatherapy modules is more intense, which in turn makes it easier for the fragrance to diffuse into the indoor space, making the fragrance adjustment of the indoor space more efficient and faster.

[0061] Furthermore, aromatherapy control methods also include:

[0062] Obtain the indoor ambient temperature while the air conditioner's aromatherapy function is on.

[0063] Adjust the air conditioner's fan speed according to the indoor ambient temperature;

[0064] Based on wind speed, the second mapping relationship is adjusted: when the wind speed decreases, the opening of the aromatherapy module is increased; when the wind speed increases, the opening of the aromatherapy module is decreased.

[0065] Specifically, because the aromatherapy module is installed near the air outlet, under the same conditions, less fragrance can be emitted when the airflow speed is low. In this case, the opening of the aromatherapy module needs to be increased to improve the speed of fragrance diffusion. Conversely, under the same conditions, more fragrance can be emitted when the airflow speed is high. Therefore, the opening of the aromatherapy module can be reduced to prevent the fragrance from dissipating too quickly, thus extending the lifespan of the aromatherapy module and making it more economical.

[0066] Furthermore, aromatherapy control methods also include:

[0067] Obtain the cumulative working time and aroma concentration of each aromatherapy module, sort the cumulative working time and aroma concentration of each aromatherapy module respectively, and obtain the first sorting result and the second sorting result;

[0068] Based on the first ranking result, prioritize the aromatherapy modules with the longest cumulative working time;

[0069] Based on the second ranking results, prioritize the aromatherapy modules with lower aroma concentrations.

[0070] Replace the aromatherapy module if the cumulative working time exceeds the preset working time and / or the aroma concentration is lower than a certain aroma concentration.

[0071] Specifically, after a certain period of operation, the fragrance emitted by the aromatherapy module will decrease significantly, leading to a reduction in fragrance regulation efficiency. Therefore, the aromatherapy module needs to be replaced promptly. Prioritize using aromatherapy modules with longer cumulative operating times and lower fragrance concentrations. This ensures that modules nearing the end of their lifespan are used up quickly, preventing them from taking up installation space. If the cumulative operating time exceeds the preset operating time and / or the fragrance concentration falls below a certain level, a prompt should be sent to the user to replace the aromatherapy module. This prompt can be a light indicator or a buzzer.

[0072] Specifically, the aforementioned aromatherapy concentration can be set before the air conditioner leaves the factory, or it can be set by the user.

[0073] Example 2:

[0074] This embodiment provides an aromatherapy control device for an air conditioner, used to implement the aromatherapy control method of any of the above embodiments. The aromatherapy control device includes:

[0075] The acquisition module is used to acquire spatial information about the air conditioner, including the area of ​​the space and the status of people in the space.

[0076] The adjustment module is used to adjust the aromatherapy concentration based on the space area and the state of the people in the space.

[0077] Preferably, when the aromatherapy control device is used to implement the control method in the above examples, the control device possesses all the technical features and all the beneficial effects of the control method in the above embodiments, which will not be elaborated here.

[0078] Example 3:

[0079] This embodiment provides an air conditioner, including:

[0080] The indoor unit has an air outlet on its casing;

[0081] The air supply fan is installed inside the casing and is used to draw indoor air into the indoor unit and blow it out of the casing through the air outlet.

[0082] An aromatherapy device is installed inside the housing and near the air outlet. The aromatherapy device includes multiple aromatherapy modules containing aromatherapy essential oils and a lid that can be movably installed at the opening of the aromatherapy modules.

[0083] An aromatherapy control device includes a controller and a memory, the memory storing an executable program, and when the executable program is run, the aromatherapy control device performs the aromatherapy control method of any of the above examples.

[0084] Preferably, after implementing the control method in the above examples, the air conditioner possesses all the technical features and beneficial effects of the control method in the above embodiments, which will not be elaborated here.

[0085] Furthermore, the aromatherapy module also includes a drive mechanism, which includes a gear, a rack, and a motor. The rack is provided on the lower surface of the lid, the motor is fixed on the aromatherapy module, the output shaft of the motor is connected to the gear, the gear meshes with the rack, the motor drives the gear to rotate, thereby moving the rack and the lid, thus adjusting the opening degree of the lid.

[0086] Specifically, by connecting the drive mechanism to the lid, the opening degree of the lid can be adjusted under the drive mechanism, thereby adjusting the aroma concentration, making the adjustment convenient and efficient.

[0087] While the present invention has been disclosed above, it is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can make various modifications and alterations without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention; therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A method for controlling aromatherapy in an air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner is equipped with an aromatherapy device, which includes multiple independent aromatherapy modules. Each aromatherapy module has a fragrance outlet located near the air outlet of the air conditioner. The aromatherapy control method includes: When the air conditioner is in the aromatherapy function, obtain the spatial information of the air conditioner, including the spatial area and the state of the people in the space; Based on the area of ​​the space and the state of the people within the space, the aromatherapy concentration is adjusted, including: If the area of ​​the space is less than or equal to the first preset area, determine whether the person in the space is asleep. If so, adjust the aroma concentration to the first aroma concentration; If not, adjust the aroma concentration to a second aroma concentration, where the second aroma concentration is greater than the first aroma concentration; When the space area is greater than the first preset area, the aroma concentration corresponding to the space area is determined according to the preset first mapping relationship. The first mapping relationship specifies different preset aroma concentrations corresponding to different space areas that are greater than the first preset area. Each preset aroma concentration is greater than the second aroma concentration. In the first mapping relationship, the larger the space area, the larger the preset aroma concentration. The adjustment of aroma concentration includes: controlling the opening and closing of the aroma module; and / or Adjust the opening degree of the aromatherapy module; and / or Adjust the working time of the aromatherapy module.

2. The aromatherapy control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The aromatherapy control method also includes: Real-time acquisition of indoor fragrance concentration, and control of the aromatherapy module to shut down based on the fragrance concentration, including: When the space area is less than or equal to the first preset area, and the person is asleep and the fragrance concentration reaches the first fragrance concentration, the fragrance module is controlled to turn off. If the space area is less than or equal to the first preset area, the person is not asleep, and the fragrance concentration reaches the second fragrance concentration, the fragrance module is controlled to turn off. When the space area is greater than the first preset area and the fragrance concentration reaches the preset fragrance concentration, the fragrance module is controlled to turn off.

3. The aromatherapy control method according to claim 2, characterized in that, Aromatherapy control methods also include: After controlling the aromatherapy module to turn off, obtain the first stop duration of the aromatherapy module turning off; Compare the first stop duration with the second preset duration; If the first stop duration is greater than or equal to the second preset duration, the aromatherapy module is controlled to turn on.

4. The aromatherapy control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adjustment of aromatherapy concentration includes: The number of aromatherapy modules to be turned on and the opening degree of the aromatherapy modules corresponding to each aromatherapy concentration are determined according to a preset second mapping relationship. The second mapping relationship specifies the number of aromatherapy modules to be turned on and the opening degree of the aromatherapy modules corresponding to different aromatherapy concentrations. In the second mapping relationship, as the aromatherapy concentration increases, the number of aromatherapy modules to be turned on increases and the opening degree of the aromatherapy modules increases.

5. The aromatherapy control method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The aromatherapy control method also includes: When the air conditioner has its aromatherapy function turned on, the indoor ambient temperature is obtained; Adjust the airflow speed of the air conditioner's blower according to the indoor ambient temperature; Based on the wind speed, the second mapping relationship is adjusted: when the wind speed decreases, the opening of the aromatherapy module is increased; when the wind speed increases, the opening of the aromatherapy module is decreased.

6. The aromatherapy control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The aromatherapy control method also includes: The cumulative working time and aroma concentration of each aromatherapy module are obtained, and the cumulative working time and aroma concentration of each aromatherapy module are sorted to obtain a first sorting result and a second sorting result. Based on the first sorting result, the aromatherapy module with the longest cumulative working time is selected first; Based on the second sorting result, the aromatherapy module with the lowest aroma concentration is selected first. If the cumulative working time exceeds the preset working time and / or the aroma concentration is lower than a certain aroma concentration, the aroma module shall be replaced.

7. An aromatherapy control device for an air conditioner, characterized in that, For implementing the aromatherapy control method according to any one of claims 1-6, the aromatherapy control device comprises: The acquisition module is used to acquire spatial information of the air conditioner, including the area of ​​the space and the status of people in the space; An adjustment module is used to adjust the aromatherapy concentration based on the area of ​​the space and the state of the people in the space.

8. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: An indoor unit, wherein an air outlet is provided on the casing of the indoor unit; An air supply fan is installed inside the casing to facilitate the entry of indoor air into the indoor unit and its exit through the air outlet. An aromatherapy device is disposed inside the housing and near the air outlet. The aromatherapy device includes multiple aromatherapy modules containing aromatherapy essential oils and a cover that is movably disposed at the opening of the aromatherapy module. An aromatherapy control device includes a controller and a memory, the memory storing an executable program, and the executable program, when run, causes the aromatherapy control device to perform the aromatherapy control method according to any one of claims 1 to 6.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 8, characterized in that, The aromatherapy module also includes a drive mechanism, which includes a gear, a rack, and a motor. The rack is disposed on the lower surface of the lid. The motor is fixed on the aromatherapy module. The output shaft of the motor is connected to the gear. The gear meshes with the rack. The motor drives the gear to rotate, thereby moving the rack and the lid, and adjusting the opening degree of the lid.

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