Method and apparatus for controlling air conditioner, air conditioner, computer readable storage medium

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of intelligent household appliances, and discloses a method for controlling an air conditioner, which comprises the following steps: when the air conditioner is in cooling operation, acquiring indoor environment temperature and human sensing information; and adjusting the angles of a polymerization rod and a guide vane according to the indoor environment temperature and the human sensing information. When the air conditioner is in cooling operation, the angles of the polymerization rod and the guide vane are adjusted, so that the air outlet area and the air outlet direction during the cooling operation of the air conditioner can be improved, the air outlet is softer, the influence of the air outlet area and the air outlet direction on a user when the user is close to the air conditioner is reduced, and the user experience is improved. The application further discloses an apparatus for controlling an air conditioner, an air conditioner and a computer readable storage medium.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] Currently, with traditional air conditioning control methods, under a set airflow rate, the air conditioner's heating capacity decreases, and the outlet air temperature also decreases accordingly. When the ambient temperature drops to a certain level, the outlet air temperature drops below body temperature, at which point the air conditioner's heating output will feel noticeably uncomfortable. Similarly, when the ambient temperature rises to a certain level, the outlet air temperature rises accordingly, causing a noticeable burning sensation and discomfort.

[0003] The related technology discloses an air conditioner control method, including: when the air conditioner is detected to have entered heating mode, acquiring the target indoor temperature value, the currently set indoor fan speed, and the currently set air outlet opening of the air guide vanes; acquiring the current indoor temperature value, the current temperature value of the indoor heat exchanger, and the current outdoor fan speed; determining the target outdoor fan speed based on the current indoor temperature value and the target indoor temperature value, and adjusting the current outdoor fan speed to the target outdoor fan speed; determining the target indoor fan speed and the target air outlet opening based on the current temperature value of the indoor heat exchanger and a preset temperature value, and adjusting the currently set indoor fan speed to the target indoor fan speed and the currently set air outlet opening to the target air outlet opening. This can improve heating comfort, thereby enhancing the user experience.

[0004] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0005] Ambient temperature affects the outlet air temperature, potentially leading to unsuitable temperatures and impacting user experience. In particular, when a user is near the air conditioner, excessively low outlet air can cause discomfort, while excessively high outlet air can result in poor cooling and complaints. While adjusting compressor frequency and indoor fan speed can reduce the impact of outlet air temperature, improving the user experience to some extent, large outlet sizes or direct airflow can amplify the negative effects, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] This disclosure provides a method and apparatus for controlling an air conditioner, an air conditioner, and a computer-readable storage medium, so as to reduce the impact of the air outlet area and air outlet direction on the user when the air conditioner is near the air conditioner during cooling, thereby improving the user experience.

[0009] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes an air guide plate and an agglomerating rod disposed at the air outlet, the agglomerating rod being rotatably disposed above the air guide plate for adjusting the airflow above the air guide plate; the method includes: when the air conditioner is running in cooling mode, acquiring indoor ambient temperature and human comfort information; and adjusting the angle of the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature and human comfort information.

[0010] Optionally, adjusting the angle of the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature and human perception information includes: when the distance between the person and the air outlet is less than or equal to a set distance, adjusting the angle of the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature; when the distance between the person and the air outlet is greater than the set distance, controlling the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate to operate at the current angle.

[0011] Optionally, adjusting the angles of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature includes: determining a first target angle and a second target angle corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature according to the second relationship; and adjusting the angles of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate to the first target angle and the second target angle respectively.

[0012] Optionally, the air conditioner also includes a fan mounted on the agglomeration rod; when the distance between a person and the air outlet is less than or equal to a set distance, it further includes controlling the operation of the fan according to the indoor ambient temperature.

[0013] Optionally, controlling the fan operation based on the indoor ambient temperature includes: controlling the fan to start and stop, and adjusting the fan speed, based on the indoor ambient temperature.

[0014] Optionally, controlling the fan to start and stop and adjusting the fan speed according to the indoor ambient temperature includes: when the indoor ambient temperature is less than or equal to the set temperature, determining the target fan and target speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature according to a third relationship; starting the target fan and adjusting the target fan speed to the target speed; and turning off the fan when the indoor ambient temperature is greater than the set temperature.

[0015] Optionally, after starting the target fan and adjusting its speed to the target speed, the method further includes: detecting the indoor ambient temperature at second intervals; when the indoor ambient temperature is within the initial temperature range, sequentially reducing the speed of the target fan until all target fans are at their lowest speed; or, sequentially turning off the target fans until all target fans are turned off.

[0016] Optionally, after acquiring indoor ambient temperature and human perception information, the method further includes: adjusting the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan based on the indoor ambient temperature and human perception information.

[0017] Optionally, adjusting the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed based on indoor ambient temperature and human perception information includes: when the distance between a person and the air outlet is less than or equal to a set distance, reducing the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed based on the indoor ambient temperature; and when the distance between a person and the air outlet is greater than the set distance, adjusting the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed based on the indoor ambient temperature.

[0018] Optionally, reducing the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the indoor ambient temperature includes: determining the target frequency and target speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature according to the first relationship; and reducing the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the target frequency and target speed respectively.

[0019] Optionally, reducing the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the target frequency and target speed respectively includes: reducing the operating frequency of the compressor to the target frequency; and reducing the speed of the indoor fan according to the set speed until the speed of the indoor fan is less than the target speed.

[0020] Optionally, the step of reducing the speed of the indoor fan at a set rate until the speed of the indoor fan is less than the target speed includes: detecting the indoor ambient temperature at a first time interval; when the indoor ambient temperature is within the initial temperature range, controlling the speed of the indoor fan to decrease to a set speed until the speed of the indoor fan is less than the target speed.

[0021] Optionally, adjusting the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed according to the indoor ambient temperature includes: increasing the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed when the indoor ambient temperature is higher than the set temperature; and controlling the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed to remain unchanged when the indoor ambient temperature is lower than or equal to the set temperature.

[0022] In some embodiments, the apparatus includes a processor and a memory storing program instructions, wherein the processor is configured to execute the method for controlling an air conditioner when executing the program instructions.

[0023] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes:

[0024] The air conditioner body includes an air guide plate and a converging rod disposed at the air outlet. The converging rod is rotatably disposed above the air guide plate for adjusting airflow above the air guide plate; and...

[0025] The aforementioned device for controlling the air conditioner is installed on the air conditioner body.

[0026] In some embodiments, the computer-readable storage medium stores program instructions that, when executed, perform the method for controlling the air conditioner described above.

[0027] The method and apparatus for controlling an air conditioner, the air conditioner, and the computer-readable storage medium provided in the embodiments of this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0028] When the air conditioner is cooling, it acquires information about the indoor ambient temperature and the perceived comfort level, and adjusts the angles of the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate accordingly. Adjusting these angles during cooling improves the airflow area and direction, resulting in a gentler airflow. This reduces the impact of the airflow area and direction on the user when they are near the air conditioner, thus enhancing the user experience.

[0029] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0030] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a method for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a device for controlling an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0037] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0038] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0039] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0040] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0041] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0042] The term "correspondence" can refer to an association or binding relationship. The correspondence between A and B means that there is an association or binding relationship between A and B.

[0043] In this embodiment of the disclosure, smart home appliances refer to home appliances formed by introducing microprocessors, sensor technology and network communication technology into home appliances. They have the characteristics of intelligent control, intelligent sensing and intelligent application. The operation of smart home appliances often relies on the application and processing of modern technologies such as the Internet of Things, the Internet and electronic chips. For example, smart home appliances can be connected to electronic devices to enable users to remotely control and manage smart home appliances.

[0044] In the disclosed embodiments, the terminal device refers to an electronic device with wireless connectivity. The terminal device can communicate with the aforementioned smart home appliances via the internet, or directly via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or other methods. In some embodiments, the terminal device may be, for example, a mobile device, a computer, or an in-vehicle device built into a hovercraft, or any combination thereof. Mobile devices may include, for example, mobile phones, smart home devices, wearable devices, smart mobile devices, virtual reality devices, or any combination thereof. Wearable devices may include, for example, smartwatches, smart bracelets, pedometers, etc.

[0045] Currently, in traditional air conditioning control methods, under a set airflow rate, the air conditioner's heating capacity decreases as the ambient temperature drops, and the outlet air temperature also decreases accordingly. When the ambient temperature drops to a certain level, the outlet air temperature drops below body temperature, causing noticeable discomfort due to the air conditioner's heating output. Similarly, when the ambient temperature rises to a certain level, the outlet air temperature rises, causing a noticeable burning sensation and discomfort. Related technology discloses an air conditioner control method, including: when the air conditioner is detected to have entered heating mode, acquiring the target indoor temperature value, the currently set indoor fan speed, and the currently set air outlet opening of the air guide vanes; acquiring the current indoor temperature value, the current temperature value of the indoor heat exchanger, and the current outdoor fan speed; determining the target outdoor fan speed based on the current indoor temperature value and the target indoor temperature value, and adjusting the current outdoor fan speed to the target outdoor fan speed; determining the target indoor fan speed and the target air outlet opening based on the current temperature value of the indoor heat exchanger and the preset temperature value, and adjusting the currently set indoor fan speed to the target indoor fan speed and the currently set air outlet opening to the target air outlet opening. This can improve heating comfort, thereby enhancing the user experience. However, the ambient temperature affects the outlet air temperature, potentially leading to unsuitable outlet temperatures and impacting the user experience. In particular, if the outlet air temperature is too low when a user is near the air conditioner, it will cause discomfort; if the outlet air temperature is too high, the cooling effect will be poor, leading to user complaints. While adjusting the compressor frequency and indoor fan speed can reduce the impact of outlet air temperature on the user to some extent, a larger outlet or direct airflow onto the user can still amplify the impact, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0046] This disclosure provides an air conditioner, including a processor, an air guide plate and an agglomerating rod disposed at an air outlet, and a fan disposed on the agglomerating rod. The agglomerating rod is rotatably disposed above the air guide plate for regulating airflow above the air guide plate. The agglomerating rod has a mounting cavity, and the fan is disposed within the mounting cavity. The processor is electrically connected to the aforementioned electrical components and is used to control the operation of the aforementioned electrical components.

[0047] When the agglomerating rod is closed (0° rotation), it is vertically positioned at the air outlet, maximizing its obstruction area, and the fan blows air inwards. When the agglomerating rod rotates 90° clockwise, it lies horizontally in the middle of the air outlet, dividing it into upper and lower sections. Airflow is allowed from both sides of the agglomerating rod, minimizing obstruction, and the fan blows air downwards. When the agglomerating rod rotates 180° clockwise, it is vertically positioned at the air outlet, maximizing its obstruction area, and the fan blows air outwards. A guide vane is located below the agglomerating rod. When the guide vane is closed, it works in conjunction with the agglomerating rod to block the air outlet.

[0048] Based on the above air conditioning structure, such as Figure 1 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, a method for controlling an air conditioner is provided, comprising:

[0049] S01, When the air conditioner is running in cooling mode, the processor obtains indoor ambient temperature and human sensation information.

[0050] S02, the processor adjusts the angle of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate based on the indoor ambient temperature and human perception information.

[0051] The method for controlling an air conditioner provided in this disclosure acquires indoor ambient temperature and human comfort information when the air conditioner is cooling, and adjusts the angles of the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate based on these information. Adjusting the angles of the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate during air conditioning cooling improves the air outlet area and direction, making the airflow gentler. This reduces the impact of the air outlet area and direction on the user when they are near the air conditioner, thus enhancing the user experience.

[0052] Based on the above air conditioning structure, such as Figure 2 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, a method for controlling an air conditioner is provided, comprising:

[0053] S01, When the air conditioner is running in cooling mode, the processor obtains indoor ambient temperature and human sensation information.

[0054] S21, when the distance between a person and the air outlet is less than or equal to the set distance, the processor adjusts the angle of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature.

[0055] S22, when the distance between a person and the air outlet is greater than the set distance, the processor controls the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate to operate at the current angle.

[0056] Using the air conditioning control method provided in this embodiment, when the distance between a person and the air outlet is less than or equal to a set distance, the person is too close to the air outlet, and the air blown by the air conditioner will make the user feel uncomfortable. Therefore, the processor adjusts the angle of the aggregating rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature to adjust the cross-sectional area and direction of the air outlet, making the airflow gentler. When the distance between the person and the air outlet is greater than the set distance, the main task is to adjust the indoor environment. Therefore, the processor controls the aggregating rod and the air guide plate to operate at the current angle.

[0057] Optionally, the processor adjusts the angles of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature, including: the processor determining a first target angle and a second target angle corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature according to a second relationship; and the processor adjusting the angles of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate to the first target angle and the second target angle respectively.

[0058] The processor determines the first target angle and the second target angle corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature based on a second relationship. This second relationship can be determined through methods such as looking up tables, experimentation, or incorporating expert knowledge or experience. For example, when the ambient temperature T < 20℃, the first target angle is 0° and the second target angle is 15°; when 20℃ ≤ T ≤ 25℃, the first target angle is 180° and the second target angle is 15°; when T ≥ 25℃, the first target angle is 90° and the second target angle is 45°.

[0059] In this way, the processor determines the first target angle and the second target angle corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature based on the second relationship, and adjusts the angles of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate to the first target angle and the second target angle respectively. This allows the first target angle and the second target angle to match the indoor ambient temperature, and the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate to rotate to a suitable angle, so that the air outlet area and air outlet direction are suitable, thereby improving the user experience.

[0060] Optionally, when the distance between a person and the air outlet is less than or equal to a set distance, the system also includes: the processor controlling the fan to operate based on the indoor ambient temperature.

[0061] In this way, when a person is less than or equal to the set distance from the air outlet, the processor also controls the fan to operate based on the indoor ambient temperature. By activating the fan on the aggregation rod to assist the air conditioner in dispersing the air, the airflow is turbulent, resulting in a more uniform air temperature and a gentler breeze on the user's body, thereby further enhancing the user experience.

[0062] Optionally, the processor controls the operation of the fan based on the indoor ambient temperature, including: the processor controls the fan to start and stop and adjusts the fan speed based on the indoor ambient temperature.

[0063] In this way, the processor controls the start and stop of the fan and adjusts the fan speed according to the indoor ambient temperature, so that the number of fans turned on and the fan speed are matched with the indoor ambient temperature, thereby improving the effect of the fan on the auxiliary air output of the air conditioner.

[0064] Optionally, the processor controls the fan to start and stop and adjusts the fan speed according to the indoor ambient temperature, including: when the indoor ambient temperature is less than or equal to the set temperature, the processor determines the target fan and target speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature according to a third relationship; the processor starts the target fan and adjusts the target fan speed to the target speed; when the indoor ambient temperature is greater than the set temperature, the processor turns off the fan.

[0065] The processor determines the target fan and target speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature based on a third relation. This third relation can be determined through methods such as looking up tables, experimentation, or incorporating expert knowledge or experience. For example, when the ambient temperature T < 20℃, the target fan is all fans, and the target speed is the highest speed; when 20℃ ≤ T ≤ 25℃, the target fan is all fans, and the target speed is the lowest speed. Correspondingly, when the indoor ambient temperature is higher than the set temperature, the processor shuts down the fans. For example, when T ≥ 25℃, the target fan is off, and the target speed is zero.

[0066] Thus, when the indoor ambient temperature is less than or equal to the set temperature, the cooling effect deteriorates because the aggregating rod and air guide plate rotate to a smaller airflow angle. Therefore, the processor determines the target fan and target speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature based on the third relationship, starts the target fan, and adjusts its speed to the target speed. This not only accelerates airflow through the air conditioner vents, making the airflow gentler, but also ensures the cooling effect to a certain extent. When the indoor ambient temperature is greater than the set temperature, the aggregating rod and air guide plate rotate to a larger airflow angle, resulting in better cooling. Therefore, the processor shuts off the fan.

[0067] Optionally, after the processor starts the target fan and adjusts the target fan speed to the target speed, the processor further includes: detecting the indoor ambient temperature at a second time interval; when the indoor ambient temperature is within the initial temperature range, the processor sequentially reduces the target fan speed until all target fans are at their lowest speed; or, the processor sequentially shuts down the target fans until all target fans are shut down.

[0068] Specifically, the processor sequentially reduces the speed of the target fans or sequentially shuts them down. The specific fans whose speed is reduced or which are shut down can be determined based on their cumulative running time. For example, when the processor detects that the indoor ambient temperature is within the initial temperature range, it reduces the speed of the fan with the longest cumulative running time, or shuts down the fan with the longest cumulative running time, thereby reducing the fan load and extending the fan's lifespan.

[0069] In this way, when the indoor temperature is within the initial temperature range, the processor sequentially reduces the speed of the target fans until all target fans reach their minimum speed, or sequentially shuts down the target fans until all target fans are off. Once the aggregator, air guide, and fans are all in place, the processor checks the indoor temperature at a second interval, and then continues to dynamically adjust the angle of the aggregator, the angle of the air guide, the number of fans activated, and the target speed of the activated fans based on changes in the indoor temperature. This adapts to the constantly changing indoor environment, improves the auxiliary effect of the fans on the air conditioning output, and balances indoor environmental regulation with the user's experience of the airflow.

[0070] Based on the above air conditioning structure, such as Figure 3 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, a method for controlling an air conditioner is provided, comprising:

[0071] S01, When the air conditioner is running in cooling mode, the processor obtains indoor ambient temperature and human sensation information.

[0072] S02, the processor adjusts the angle of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate based on the indoor ambient temperature and human perception information.

[0073] S31, the processor adjusts the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed based on indoor ambient temperature and human perception information.

[0074] The method for controlling an air conditioner provided in this disclosure acquires indoor ambient temperature and human comfort information when the air conditioner is cooling, and adjusts the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed based on these information. By adjusting the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed during cooling, the air outlet temperature and air volume can be improved, thereby reducing the adverse effects of ambient temperature on the air outlet temperature and encouraging users to approach the air conditioner, thus enhancing the user experience.

[0075] Based on the above air conditioning structure, such as Figure 4 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, a method for controlling an air conditioner is provided, comprising:

[0076] S01, When the air conditioner is running in cooling mode, the processor obtains indoor ambient temperature and human sensation information.

[0077] S02, the processor adjusts the angle of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate based on the indoor ambient temperature and human perception information.

[0078] S41, when the distance between a person and the air outlet is less than or equal to the set distance, the processor reduces the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the indoor ambient temperature.

[0079] S42, when the distance between a person and the air outlet is greater than the set distance, the processor adjusts the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the indoor ambient temperature.

[0080] The set distance can be any length, such as 2.4m, 2.5m, 2.6m, etc. The specific set distance can be determined based on the user type. Different types of users have different experiences with air conditioning vents. For example, elderly people are often more affected by the temperature of the air conditioning vents. When the indoor temperature drops to a certain level, the vent temperature also drops, causing a noticeable cold and discomfort. Young people, on the other hand, have a higher tolerance for temperature changes. Therefore, by determining the set distance based on user type, the processor can improve the accuracy of the air conditioner's judgment regarding compressor operation frequency and indoor fan speed adjustment. This takes into account the different user experiences and further reduces the adverse effects of ambient temperature-dependent vent temperature on users who are near the air conditioner.

[0081] The method for controlling an air conditioner provided in this disclosure involves the following steps: When a person is closer to the air outlet than or equal to a set distance, the processor reduces the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed based on the indoor ambient temperature. This results in a gentler, slower airflow, preventing discomfort caused to the user due to the ambient temperature affecting the outlet temperature. Conversely, when the person is farther from the air outlet than the set distance, the processor adjusts the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed based on the indoor ambient temperature.

[0082] Optionally, the processor reduces the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the indoor ambient temperature, including: the processor determines the target frequency and target speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature according to the first relationship; the processor reduces the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the target frequency and target speed respectively.

[0083] The processor determines the target frequency and target rotation speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature based on a first relationship. This first relationship can be determined by looking up tables, conducting experiments, or incorporating expert knowledge or experience. For example, when the ambient temperature T < 20℃, the target frequency is 0 and the target rotation speed is 200 r / min; when 20℃ ≤ T ≤ 25℃, the target frequency is 50 Hz and the target rotation speed is 400 r / min.

[0084] In this way, the processor determines the target frequency and target speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature based on the first relationship, ensuring that the target frequency and target speed match the indoor ambient temperature. The processor then reduces the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the target frequency and target speed, respectively. This allows for more precise reductions in the compressor frequency and the indoor fan speed, avoiding situations where excessive changes in the outlet air temperature lead to inaccurate temperature regulation, or excessive changes in the outlet air temperature cause discomfort to users within the set distance. Thus, it balances the needs of indoor environmental regulation and user comfort with the airflow.

[0085] Optionally, the processor reduces the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the target frequency and the target speed, respectively, including: the processor reducing the operating frequency of the compressor to the target frequency; the processor reducing the speed of the indoor fan according to the set speed until the speed of the indoor fan is less than the target speed.

[0086] In this way, the processor reduces the compressor's operating frequency to the target frequency and decreases the indoor fan speed according to the set speed until the indoor fan speed is lower than the target speed. By setting the set speed to slow down the rate at which the indoor fan speed decreases, the needs of indoor environment regulation and user's airflow experience can be further balanced.

[0087] Optionally, the processor reduces the speed of the indoor fan at a set rate until the speed of the indoor fan is less than the target speed, including: the processor detecting the indoor ambient temperature at a first time interval; when the indoor ambient temperature is within the initial temperature range, the processor controls the speed of the indoor fan to reduce the set speed until the speed of the indoor fan is less than the target speed.

[0088] The first duration can be any duration, such as 9 minutes, 10 minutes, or 11 minutes. The set speed can be any speed, such as 90 r / min, 100 r / min, or 110 r / min. The specific first duration and set speed can be determined based on the target speed and / or the current speed. For example, the first duration and set speed corresponding to the target speed, the current speed, or the speed difference between the current speed and the target speed can be determined by looking up tables, experiments, and experience. The current speed refers to the speed of the indoor fan at each interval of the first duration when the indoor ambient temperature is measured. Furthermore, the slower the current speed, the smaller the speed difference, the shorter the first duration, and the smaller the set speed. Thus, the slower the current speed and the smaller the speed difference, the closer the indoor fan speed is to the target speed. At this time, the likelihood of an indoor fan speed that can balance the user's perception of the outlet air temperature and the regulation of the indoor environment is greater. Therefore, the slower the current speed, the smaller the speed difference, and the shorter the first duration, the shorter the cycle of measuring the indoor ambient temperature. As the current speed decreases, the speed difference becomes smaller, and the set speed decreases, thereby increasing the frequency of adjusting the indoor fan speed. This avoids situations where the initial time is too long or the set speed is too low, resulting in excessively long time for the indoor fan to adjust to the target speed, or where the initial time is too short or the set speed is too high, leading to an inability to adequately balance indoor environmental regulation and user's needs for airflow comfort. This improves the accuracy of the set speed.

[0089] The initial temperature range refers to the range of indoor ambient temperature before the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed are reduced.

[0090] In this way, the processor periodically checks the indoor ambient temperature. When the indoor ambient temperature is within the initial temperature range, the air temperature is relatively low for the user because they are near the air conditioner vent. Therefore, the processor controls the indoor fan speed to decrease to the set speed until it is lower than the target speed, thus making the airflow from the air conditioner gentler. Furthermore, during the periodic monitoring of the indoor ambient temperature, if the temperature remains within the initial temperature range, it indicates that the indoor fan speed has not yet reached the target speed, but the airflow temperature is still relatively comfortable. To balance the temperature regulation effect, the processor then controls the indoor fan to stop reducing its speed.

[0091] Optionally, the processor adjusts the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan according to the indoor ambient temperature, including: when the indoor ambient temperature is higher than the set temperature, the processor increases the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan; when the indoor ambient temperature is lower than or equal to the set temperature, the processor controls the operating frequency of the compressor and the speed of the indoor fan to remain unchanged.

[0092] The set temperature can be any value, such as 24℃, 25℃, or 26℃. The specific set temperature can be determined based on the outdoor ambient temperature. For example, it can be determined by consulting tables, conducting experiments, or drawing on experience to find the corresponding set temperature for the outdoor environment.

[0093] In this situation, since the user is relatively far from the air conditioner vent, the impact of the outlet temperature on the user is minimal, so regulating the indoor ambient temperature is the primary task. When the indoor ambient temperature is higher than the set temperature, the processor increases the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed for rapid cooling. When the indoor ambient temperature is lower than or equal to the set temperature, the processor maintains the compressor's operating frequency and the indoor fan's speed to preserve the current temperature.

[0094] Combination Figure 5 As shown, this disclosure provides an apparatus 800 for controlling an air conditioner, including a processor 801 and a memory 802. Optionally, the apparatus may further include a communication interface 803 and a bus 804. The processor 801, communication interface 803, and memory 802 can communicate with each other via the bus 804. The communication interface 803 can be used for information transmission. The processor 801 can call logical instructions in the memory 802 to execute the method for controlling the air conditioner described in the above embodiment.

[0095] Furthermore, the logic instructions in the aforementioned memory 802 can be implemented as software functional units and, when sold or used as independent products, can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium.

[0096] The memory 802, as a computer-readable storage medium, can be used to store software programs and computer-executable programs, such as program instructions / modules corresponding to the methods in the embodiments of this disclosure. The processor 801 executes functional applications and data processing by running the program instructions / modules stored in the memory 802, thereby implementing the method for controlling the air conditioner in the above embodiments.

[0097] The memory 802 may include a program storage area and a data storage area. The program storage area may store the operating system and application programs required for at least one function; the data storage area may store data created based on the use of the terminal device. Furthermore, the memory 802 may include high-speed random access memory and may also include non-volatile memory.

[0098] Combination Figure 6As shown, this disclosure provides an air conditioner 900, including: an air conditioner body and the aforementioned device 800 for controlling the air conditioner. The device 800 for controlling the air conditioner is installed in the air conditioner body. The installation relationship described herein is not limited to placement inside the air conditioner, but also includes installation and connection with other components of the air conditioner, including but not limited to physical connections, electrical connections, or signal transmission connections. Those skilled in the art will understand that the device 800 for controlling the air conditioner can be adapted to any feasible air conditioner body, thereby realizing other feasible embodiments.

[0099] This disclosure provides a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions configured to perform the above-described method for controlling an air conditioner.

[0100] The technical solutions of this disclosure can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium and includes one or more instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute all or part of the steps of the method described in this disclosure. The aforementioned storage medium can be a non-transitory storage medium, including: a USB flash drive, a portable hard drive, a read-only memory (ROM), a random access memory (RAM), a magnetic disk, or an optical disk, and other media capable of storing program code.

[0101] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of this disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural, logical, electrical, procedural, and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace parts and features of other embodiments. Moreover, the terminology used in this application is for describing embodiments only and is not intended to limit the claims. As used in the description of embodiments and claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to equally include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Similarly, the term “and / or” as used in this application means including one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations thereof. Additionally, when used in this application, the term "comprise" and its variations "comprises" and / or "comprising" refer to the presence of stated features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups thereof. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprises a..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, or apparatus that includes said element. In this document, each embodiment may focus on the differences from other embodiments, and similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to mutually. For methods, products, etc., disclosed in the embodiments, if they correspond to the method section disclosed in the embodiments, the relevant parts can be referred to the description of the method section.

[0102] Those skilled in the art will recognize that the units and algorithm steps of the various examples described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed herein can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered beyond the scope of the embodiments of this disclosure. Those skilled in the art will clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working processes of the systems, devices, and units described above can be referred to the corresponding processes in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0103] The methods and products (including but not limited to devices and equipment) disclosed in the embodiments herein can be implemented in other ways. For example, the device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. For instance, the division of units may be merely a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. In addition, the coupling or direct coupling or communication connection between the shown or discussed units may be through some interfaces, and the indirect coupling or communication connection between devices or units may be electrical, mechanical, or other forms. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the units may be selected to implement this embodiment according to actual needs. Furthermore, the functional units in the embodiments of this disclosure may be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit may exist physically separately, or two or more units may be integrated into one unit.

[0104] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods, and computer program products according to embodiments of this disclosure. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of code containing one or more executable instructions for implementing a specified logical function. In some alternative implementations, the functions marked in the blocks may occur in a different order than that shown in the drawings. For example, two consecutive blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. In the descriptions corresponding to the flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings, the operations or steps corresponding to different blocks may also occur in a different order than disclosed in the description, and sometimes there is no specific order between different operations or steps. For example, two consecutive operations or steps may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. Each block in a block diagram and / or flowchart, and combinations of blocks in a block diagram and / or flowchart, can be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or action, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

Claims

1. A method for controlling an air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes an air guide plate and a converging rod disposed at the air outlet, the converging rod being rotatably disposed above the air guide plate for adjusting airflow above the air guide plate; the air conditioner also includes a fan disposed on the converging rod; the method includes: When the air conditioner is running in cooling mode, it acquires information about the indoor ambient temperature and how people feel. Adjust the angles of the agglomeration rod and air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature and human perception. The step of adjusting the angle of the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature and human perception information includes: when the distance between the person and the air outlet is less than or equal to a set distance, adjusting the angle of the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature; when the distance between the person and the air outlet is greater than the set distance, controlling the agglomerating rod and the air guide plate to operate at the current angle. When the distance between a person and the air outlet is less than or equal to the set distance, the function also includes: controlling the operation of the fan based on the indoor ambient temperature.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The adjustment of the angles of the polymer rod and the air guide plate according to the indoor ambient temperature includes: Based on the second relationship, determine the first target angle and the second target angle corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature; Adjust the angles of the agglomeration rod and the air guide plate to the first target angle and the second target angle, respectively.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The method of controlling fan operation based on indoor ambient temperature includes: Control the fan to start and stop, and adjust the fan speed according to the indoor ambient temperature.

4. The method according to claim 3, characterized in that, The method of controlling the fan to start and stop and adjusting the fan speed according to the indoor ambient temperature includes: When the indoor ambient temperature is less than or equal to the set temperature, the target fan and target speed corresponding to the indoor ambient temperature are determined according to the third relationship. Start the target fan and adjust its speed to the target speed; Turn off the fan when the indoor ambient temperature is higher than the set temperature.

5. The method according to claim 4, characterized in that, After starting the target fan and adjusting its speed to the target speed, the process further includes: The indoor ambient temperature was measured at the second interval. When the indoor temperature is within the initial temperature range, gradually reduce the speed of the target fans until all target fans are at their lowest speed; or, gradually turn off the target fans until all target fans are turned off.

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

7. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The air conditioner body includes an air guide plate and a converging rod disposed at the air outlet. The converging rod is rotatably disposed above the air guide plate for adjusting airflow above the air guide plate; and... The device for controlling an air conditioner as described in claim 6 is installed on the air conditioner body.

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

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