Control method and device of automobile air conditioner, electronic equipment and storage medium

Abstract

The invention provides a control method and device for an automobile air conditioner, electronic equipment and a storage medium. In response to an air conditioner mode selection operation triggered by a user, a target air conditioner mode corresponding to the air conditioner mode selection operation is determined; the current temperature outside the automobile is collected, and a preset target air conditioner performance index corresponding to the current temperature outside the automobile in the target air conditioner mode is determined; and according to the target air conditioner performance indexes, working condition parameters corresponding to automobile air conditioner parts are controlled till the target air conditioner performance indexes are met. And a multi-mode air conditioner control strategy is adopted, personalized requirements of different passengers are met, and the operation convenience and safety of a driver are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to the field of automobile technology, and in particular to a control method, device, electronic device and storage medium for an automobile air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] With the development of new energy vehicles, intelligent in-vehicle human-machine interaction systems (HMI) have gradually become the mainstream choice in the market. The air conditioning control function of modern cars has changed from traditional physical buttons, knobs and other operation methods to a touch screen-based HMI operation interface, which has improved the system's integration and design aesthetics. However, this operation method has potential safety hazards during high-speed driving. If the driver needs to frequently adjust the air conditioning temperature, air volume and other parameters during driving, the touch screen operation may distract his attention, thus affecting driving safety.

[0003] At the same time, as one of the key factors in the passenger experience, air conditioning not only needs to meet the temperature adjustment needs, but also needs to provide a personalized comfort experience. Most traditional air conditioning systems are equipped with an automatic (AUTO) mode, which controls the air outlet temperature based on a preset calibration temperature. However, due to the differences in temperature sensitivity and comfort requirements of different users, the unified AUTO mode often cannot meet the personalized temperature adjustment needs of passengers, especially in extreme weather (such as high or low temperature environments). The experience is particularly poor. Summary of the invention

[0004] The embodiments of the present disclosure at least provide a method, device, electronic device and storage medium for controlling an automobile air conditioner, adopt a multi-mode air conditioning control strategy to meet the personalized needs of different passengers and improve the convenience and safety of the driver's operation.

[0005] The present disclosure provides a method for controlling an automobile air conditioner, comprising:

[0006] In response to an air-conditioning mode selection operation triggered by a user, determining a target air-conditioning mode corresponding to the air-conditioning mode selection operation;

[0007] Collecting the current vehicle exterior temperature, and determining a target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current vehicle exterior temperature;

[0008] The operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air-conditioning components are controlled according to the target air-conditioning performance index until the target air-conditioning performance index is met.

[0009] In an optional implementation manner, collecting the current vehicle exterior temperature and determining the target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current vehicle exterior temperature specifically includes:

[0010] generating an air-conditioning operation request carrying the target air-conditioning mode;

[0011] Controlling the vehicle cabin domain controller to collect the current vehicle outside temperature in response to the air conditioning operation request, and determining a target preset vehicle outside temperature range within which the current vehicle outside temperature is located;

[0012] Determine the target air-conditioning performance index corresponding to the target preset vehicle exterior temperature range under the target air-conditioning mode.

[0013] In an optional implementation, the air conditioning performance index includes at least: a target temperature index, a target humidity index, a target air volume index, and a target air cleanliness index.

[0014] In an optional implementation manner, controlling the operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioner until the target air conditioner performance index is met specifically includes:

[0015] parsing the target air conditioning performance index into a plurality of sub-performance indexes;

[0016] Obtaining current component operating condition parameters corresponding to each of the automobile air-conditioning components in the automobile air-conditioning;

[0017] Generating a target operating condition control parameter corresponding to the automobile air conditioning component according to the current component operating condition parameter and the corresponding sub-performance index;

[0018] According to the target operating condition control parameter, the automobile air conditioning component is controlled to operate according to the corresponding sub-performance indicator.

[0019] The present disclosure also provides a control device for an automobile air conditioner, comprising:

[0020] an air conditioning mode selection module, configured to determine, in response to an air conditioning mode selection operation triggered by a user, a target air conditioning mode corresponding to the air conditioning mode selection operation;

[0021] An air conditioning performance index determination module, used to collect the current vehicle outside temperature and determine a target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current vehicle outside temperature;

[0022] The air conditioning operating condition control module is used to control the operating condition parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioning components according to the target air conditioning performance index until the target air conditioning performance index is met.

[0023] In an optional implementation, the device further includes:

[0024] An air conditioning mode storage module, used to store a plurality of pre-set air conditioning modes;

[0025] In each of the air-conditioning modes, for each preset vehicle exterior temperature range, an air-conditioning performance index corresponding to the vehicle exterior temperature range is preset.

[0026] In an optional implementation manner, the air conditioning performance index determination module includes:

[0027] A work request unit, configured to generate an air-conditioning work request carrying the target air-conditioning mode;

[0028] a temperature range determination unit, configured to control the vehicle cabin domain controller to collect the current vehicle outside temperature in response to the air conditioning operation request, and determine a target preset vehicle outside temperature range within which the current vehicle outside temperature is located;

[0029] The indicator determination module is used to determine the target air-conditioning performance indicator corresponding to the target preset vehicle exterior temperature range under the target air-conditioning mode.

[0030] In an optional implementation, the vehicle cabin domain controller includes at least: a compressor controller, a left zone controller, a right zone controller, a rear zone controller, and a heating controller;

[0031] The automobile air-conditioning component correspondingly controlled by the compressor controller is a compressor;

[0032] The automobile air-conditioning component controlled by the left zone controller is a damper motor;

[0033] The automobile air-conditioning components correspondingly controlled by the right zone controller include at least an expansion valve, a stop valve, a water pump, a blower and a solenoid valve motor;

[0034] The automobile air conditioning component correspondingly controlled by the rear zone controller is a damper motor;

[0035] The automobile air-conditioning component controlled by the heating controller is a heater.

[0036] An embodiment of the present disclosure also provides an electronic device, including: a processor, a memory and a bus, wherein the memory stores machine-readable instructions executable by the processor, and when the electronic device is running, the processor and the memory communicate via the bus, and when the machine-readable instructions are executed by the processor, the above-mentioned automobile air conditioner control method or steps in any possible implementation of the above-mentioned automobile air conditioner control method are executed.

[0037] The embodiment of the present disclosure also provides a computer-readable storage medium, on which a computer program is stored. When the computer program is executed by a processor, the control method of the automobile air conditioner or the steps in any possible implementation of the control method of the automobile air conditioner is executed.

[0038] The embodiment of the present disclosure also provides a computer program product, including a computer program / instruction, which, when executed by a processor, implements the above-mentioned automobile air conditioner control method, or the steps in any possible implementation of the above-mentioned automobile air conditioner control method.

[0039] The disclosed embodiment provides a control method, device, electronic device and storage medium for automobile air conditioning, which responds to an air conditioning mode selection operation triggered by a user, determines a target air conditioning mode corresponding to the air conditioning mode selection operation; collects the current outside temperature, determines a target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current outside temperature; controls the operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioning components according to the target air conditioning performance index until the target air conditioning performance index is met. A multi-mode air conditioning control strategy is adopted to meet the personalized needs of different passengers and improve the convenience and safety of the driver's operation.

[0040] In order to make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of the present disclosure more obvious and easy to understand, preferred embodiments are specifically cited below and described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0041] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the following is a brief introduction to the drawings required for use in the embodiments. The drawings herein are incorporated into the specification and constitute a part of the specification. These drawings illustrate embodiments consistent with the present disclosure and are used together with the specification to illustrate the technical solutions of the present disclosure. It should be understood that the following drawings only illustrate certain embodiments of the present disclosure and should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other relevant drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings without creative work.

[0042] Figure 1 A flow chart of a method for controlling an automobile air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0043] Figure 2 A flow chart showing another method for controlling an automobile air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0044] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of a control device for an automobile air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0045] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of an electronic device provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0046] In order to make the purpose, technical scheme and advantages of the embodiments of the present disclosure clearer, the technical scheme in the embodiments of the present disclosure will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present disclosure. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present disclosure, rather than all of the embodiments. The components of the embodiments of the present disclosure generally described and shown in the drawings here can be arranged and designed in various different configurations. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present disclosure provided in the drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure for protection, but merely represents the selected embodiments of the present disclosure. Based on the embodiments of the present disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without making creative work belong to the scope of protection of the present disclosure.

[0047] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters denote similar items in the following drawings, and therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, further definition and explanation thereof is not required in subsequent drawings.

[0048] The term "and / or" herein only describes an association relationship, indicating that three relationships may exist. For example, A and / or B may represent three situations: A exists alone, A and B exist at the same time, and B exists alone. In addition, the term "at least one" herein represents any combination of at least two of any one or more of a plurality of. For example, including at least one of A, B, and C may represent including any one or more elements selected from the set consisting of A, B, and C.

[0049] Research has found that if the driver needs to frequently adjust air-conditioning temperature, air volume and other parameters during driving, the touch screen operation may cause distraction, thus affecting driving safety. At the same time, as one of the key factors in passenger experience, air conditioning not only needs to meet temperature adjustment needs, but also needs to provide a personalized comfort experience. Most traditional air-conditioning systems are equipped with an automatic (AUTO) mode, which controls the air outlet temperature based on a preset calibration temperature. However, due to differences in temperature sensitivity and comfort requirements among different users, the unified AUTO mode often cannot meet the personalized temperature adjustment needs of passengers, especially in extreme weather (such as high or low temperature environments). The experience effect is particularly poor.

[0050] Based on the above research, the present disclosure provides a control method, device, electronic device and storage medium for automobile air conditioning, which responds to the air conditioning mode selection operation triggered by the user, determines the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the air conditioning mode selection operation; collects the current outside temperature, determines the target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current outside temperature; controls the operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioning components according to the target air conditioning performance index until the target air conditioning performance index is met. A multi-mode air conditioning control strategy is adopted to meet the personalized needs of different passengers and improve the convenience and safety of the driver's operation.

[0051] To facilitate understanding of this embodiment, a control method for an automobile air conditioner disclosed in an embodiment of the present disclosure is first introduced in detail. The execution subject of the control method for an automobile air conditioner provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure is generally a computer device with certain computing capabilities, and the computer device includes, for example: a terminal device or a server or other processing device, and the terminal device may be a user equipment (UE), a mobile device, a user terminal, a terminal, a cellular phone, a cordless phone, a personal digital assistant (PDA), a handheld device, a computing device, a vehicle-mounted device, a wearable device, etc. In some possible implementations, the control method for an automobile air conditioner may be implemented by a processor calling a computer-readable instruction stored in a memory.

[0052] See also Figure 1 FIG. 1 is a flow chart of a method for controlling an automobile air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein the method comprises steps S101 to S103, wherein:

[0053] S101 . In response to an air-conditioning mode selection operation triggered by a user, determining a target air-conditioning mode corresponding to the air-conditioning mode selection operation.

[0054] In specific implementation, on the HMI central control screen of the car, the air conditioning function interface includes a variety of preset air conditioning modes (for example, warm mode, fast warm mode, cool mode, fast cooling mode, and user-defined mode, etc.). The user selects a certain air conditioning mode by touch or voice control. This operation can be performed in different scenarios. For example, the user may select "fast cooling mode" because the external temperature is too high, or select "warm mode" in winter.

[0055] Here, the air conditioning mode selection module of the system monitors the user's operation on the HMI interface in real time. When the user selects a mode, the system will recognize this operation and record the selected mode as the current air conditioning mode selection. The system determines the corresponding target air conditioning mode based on the air conditioning mode selected by the user. For example, when the user selects "Quick Cooling Mode", this mode becomes the target air conditioning mode at this time.

[0056] The system will associate the target air conditioning mode with the corresponding preset mode parameters, including temperature, air volume, humidity, circulation mode, etc. Through this association, the system can further determine the specific air conditioning performance parameters of the mode under different ambient temperatures.

[0057] For example, if the user selects "Quick Warm Mode", the system will identify this selection and determine that "Quick Warm Mode" is the target air conditioning mode, and rapid heating should be given priority in this mode. When the current external temperature is low, the system will set a high air volume internal circulation according to the configuration of the Quick Warm Mode to increase the temperature inside the car as quickly as possible, thereby achieving the rapid heating effect required by the user.

[0058] S102: collecting the current vehicle exterior temperature, and determining a target air-conditioning performance index preset in the target air-conditioning mode corresponding to the current vehicle exterior temperature.

[0059] In specific implementation, the temperature sensor equipped in the vehicle will monitor the current outside temperature in real time. After the outside temperature data is collected by the sensor, it is transmitted to the car's cabin domain controller or central control unit. These control units are responsible for processing and further operations of the temperature data.

[0060] Here, each air conditioning mode is designed with corresponding performance indicators preset for different external temperature ranges. For example, the air conditioner may be set with three outside temperature ranges: low temperature (<10℃), medium temperature (10℃~25℃), and high temperature (≥25℃). After obtaining the current outside temperature, the system will compare this temperature with the preset temperature range to determine which range the current temperature belongs to. After clarifying the current outside temperature range, the system will extract the corresponding air conditioning performance indicators from the preset target air conditioning mode.

[0061] Among them, the air conditioning performance indicators include at least: target temperature indicator, target humidity indicator, target air volume indicator and target air cleanliness indicator. Target temperature indicator: set the temperature of the air outlet of the air conditioner. For example, in a high temperature environment, the system may set a lower target temperature to cool down quickly. Target humidity indicator: control the humidity in the car to achieve a comfortable level. In cold weather, the system may increase the humidity to prevent dryness. Target air volume indicator: control the air conditioning wind speed so that the target temperature can be quickly reached in different environments. The air volume is usually higher in fast cooling and fast heating modes, while the air volume is moderate in comfort mode. Air cleanliness index: determine the internal and external circulation mode and whether to turn on the air purification function based on the external air quality and passenger needs.

[0062] For example, taking the quick heating mode as an example, if the current temperature outside the car is low (such as <10℃), the system will set the target temperature to a higher value and increase the air volume to quickly heat up; in the medium temperature range (10℃~25℃), the target temperature will be appropriately lowered to achieve a more balanced warm air effect.

[0063] For example, if the user selects "Cool Mode" in hot weather, the temperature sensor detects that the outside temperature is 30°C, which is in the high temperature range. The system matches the performance indicators of the Cool Mode in the high temperature range, sets a lower target temperature (such as 18°C), a moderate air volume (such as level 3), and turns on the external circulation to ensure air circulation in the car. The system converts these performance indicators into control signals, transmits them to relevant components, and controls the outlet temperature and air volume to achieve the set target performance.

[0064] For details, see Figure 2 FIG. 1 is a flow chart of another method for controlling an automobile air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein the method comprises steps S1021 to S103, wherein:

[0065] S1021. Generate an air-conditioning operation request carrying the target air-conditioning mode.

[0066] S1022: Control the vehicle cabin domain controller to collect the current vehicle outside temperature in response to the air conditioning operation request, and determine a target preset vehicle outside temperature range within which the current vehicle outside temperature is located.

[0067] S1023: Determine the target air-conditioning performance index corresponding to the target preset vehicle exterior temperature range in the target air-conditioning mode.

[0068] In the specific implementation, when the user selects an air conditioning mode (such as "fast heating mode" or "fast cooling mode") in the HMI, the system will generate an air conditioning work request. This request carries the information of the target air conditioning mode, instructing the system to use this mode as the operating mode of the air conditioner. The core information contained in the air conditioning work request includes the target air conditioning mode (such as fast heating mode or cool mode) and the performance requirements of the mode. For example, the request for "fast heating mode" will carry the required target temperature, humidity, air volume and other information. The generated air conditioning work request will be sent to the car cabin domain controller through the vehicle bus (such as CAN bus) so that it can start the corresponding control process.

[0069] Here, after receiving the air conditioning work request, the cockpit domain controller will first identify the target air conditioning mode in the request and confirm the outdoor temperature requirement of the mode. The cockpit domain controller sends a signal to the temperature sensor to obtain real-time outdoor temperature data. The current outdoor temperature collected by the temperature sensor will be transmitted back to the cockpit domain controller and temporarily stored inside the controller.

[0070] Among them, the air-conditioning system is divided into multiple preset intervals (such as low temperature, medium temperature, and high temperature) according to the ambient temperature. When designing each air-conditioning mode, the performance requirements corresponding to different temperature intervals have been set to adapt to different environmental conditions. After receiving the current outdoor temperature data, the cockpit domain controller will match the temperature with the preset interval. For example, if the current outdoor temperature is 5°C, the cockpit domain controller will determine that this temperature belongs to the low temperature interval. Based on the matching results of the temperature interval, the system will determine the preset interval in which the current temperature is located, and use this interval as the basis for the subsequent air-conditioning performance control.

[0071] Optionally, the vehicle cabin domain controller includes at least: a compressor controller, a left zone controller, a right zone controller, a rear zone controller and a heating controller; the vehicle air-conditioning component controlled by the compressor controller is the compressor; the vehicle air-conditioning component controlled by the left zone controller is the damper motor; the vehicle air-conditioning components controlled by the right zone controller include at least an expansion valve, a stop valve, a water pump, a blower and a solenoid valve motor; the vehicle air-conditioning component controlled by the rear zone controller is the damper motor; the vehicle air-conditioning component controlled by the heating controller is the heater.

[0072] Furthermore, after clarifying the range in which the current temperature is located, the cockpit domain controller will look for the preset performance indicators of the target air-conditioning mode in this temperature range. For example, in the low temperature range of the fast heating mode, a higher air outlet temperature and a large air volume may be set to quickly heat up. After determining the target air-conditioning performance indicators, the cockpit domain controller will generate corresponding control signals to be transmitted to the control units of various air-conditioning components, such as compressors, blowers, dampers, and heaters. These control signals set the operating parameters of each component based on the target performance indicators to ensure that the in-vehicle environment meets the requirements of the air-conditioning mode selected by the user.

[0073] For example, suppose the user selects the "fast heating mode" in winter: the system generates an air conditioning work request with the fast heating mode, indicating that the system should perform the fast heating operation under the current environment; after receiving the request, the cockpit domain controller obtains the current outside temperature, assuming it is 5°C; 5°C belongs to the low temperature range, and the system classifies this temperature into the low temperature range of the fast heating mode. The low temperature range of the fast heating mode corresponds to a higher target temperature (for example, 30°C) and a large air volume (for example, 5 gears) to quickly increase the temperature inside the car.

[0074] S103: Control operating parameters corresponding to automobile air-conditioning components according to the target air-conditioning performance index until the target air-conditioning performance index is met.

[0075] In the specific implementation, the target air conditioning performance indicators (such as target temperature, humidity, air volume, air cleanliness, etc.) first need to be parsed into specific operating parameters that each air conditioning component can perform. The system decomposes the overall target air conditioning performance indicators into sub-performance indicators that each air conditioning component (such as compressor, damper, blower, heater, etc.) needs to achieve. For example, to achieve the target in-car temperature of 25°C, the system may need to adjust the compressor speed to a certain level, and set the damper position and wind speed, etc.

[0076] Here, the current operating parameters of each air-conditioning component are first obtained, such as the current compressor speed, blower air volume, water pump flow rate, damper opening and closing status, etc. These parameters are fed back to the central control unit through sensors. In this process, these parameters are also fed back to the cockpit domain controller or vehicle domain controller.

[0077] Specifically, the current operating parameters are compared with the target operating parameters to calculate the difference. For example, if the current temperature is lower than the target temperature, the heater power or the blower air volume needs to be increased. Based on the calculation results, specific control parameters for each component are generated. For example, in the rapid cooling mode, if the temperature needs to be further reduced, the system will increase the compressor speed and adjust the damper to control the air flow direction.

[0078] Among them, the control parameters generated by the system will be sent to the control units of related air-conditioning components, such as compressor controllers, damper controllers, and heater controllers. These signals are usually transmitted through an on-board bus (such as a CAN bus or a LIN bus) to achieve remote control of the components. After receiving the control parameters, the control unit of each component adjusts its own working state. For example, the blower control unit will increase the air volume to level 5 to quickly reduce the temperature, while the compressor controller will increase the compressor speed to increase the cooling effect.

[0079] As a possible implementation method, the following steps 1 to 4 are used to control the operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air-conditioning components to meet the target air-conditioning performance indicators:

[0080] Step 1: parsing the target air conditioning performance index into multiple sub-performance indexes.

[0081] Step 2: Obtain current component operating parameters corresponding to each of the automobile air-conditioning components in the automobile air-conditioning.

[0082] Step 3, step 1, generating the target operating condition control parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioning component according to the current component operating condition parameters and the corresponding sub-performance indicators.

[0083] Step 4: According to the target operating condition control parameters, control the automobile air conditioning components to operate according to the corresponding sub-performance indicators.

[0084] In the specific implementation, in the air conditioning mode, each mode (such as fast heating mode, fast cooling mode, cool mode, etc.) presets specific performance requirements, which include overall performance targets such as temperature, humidity, and air volume. In order to apply these overall targets to specific air conditioning components, the target air conditioning performance indicators are first decomposed into various sub-performance indicators. Each sub-performance indicator is a specific value or state setting that is directly related to the actual operation of the air conditioning component.

[0085] For example, the target temperature index can be converted into the temperature setting of the compressor and PTC heater and the opening of the damper. The target humidity index can be controlled by the internal / external circulation mode of the compressor and the air conditioner. The target air volume index is directly related to the wind speed setting of the blower. After such decomposition, each sub-performance index is directly associated with the working state of one or more air conditioning components, which facilitates the control of each component separately to achieve the overall target performance.

[0086] Here, the current operating parameters of each air-conditioning component are obtained through sensors and feedback mechanisms, and the status of each component is understood in real time to determine the gap between them and the target state. The air-conditioning components can mainly include: compressor, blower, damper, PTC heater, water pump, solenoid valve, etc. The operating parameters corresponding to the compressor can include the current speed or power; the operating parameters corresponding to the blower can include the current wind speed registration (such as 0-5 gears); the operating parameters corresponding to the damper can include the current opening status of the cold and warm air damper, mode damper, and internal / external circulation damper; the operating parameters corresponding to the PTC heater can include the current power output; the operating parameters corresponding to the water pump, solenoid valve, etc. can include the flow rate of the water pump and the opening and closing status of the solenoid valve.

[0087] Among them, the current operating parameters and the corresponding sub-performance indicators are compared to determine the adjustment direction and amplitude of each component. For example, if the current temperature is lower than the target temperature, the system will increase the heater power or increase the wind speed. Based on the difference, the system calculates and generates the target operating control parameters. For example, if a stronger cooling effect is required, the system will increase the target speed of the compressor; if a larger air volume is required to speed up the temperature adjustment in the car, the system will set the air volume to 5 gears; according to the mode requirements, such as internal circulation (to increase the speed of temperature change in the car) or external circulation (to maintain air circulation), adjust the opening of the damper. Finally, the system converts the calculated control parameters into control signals and sends them to the control units of each air-conditioning component in the form of instructions.

[0088] Furthermore, the control signal is transmitted to the control unit of the air-conditioning component through in-vehicle networks such as the CAN bus and LIN bus. The controller of each component adjusts its own working state according to the received signal. Each component performs corresponding operations according to the control signal, making the operating condition parameters gradually approach the sub-performance indicators. For example: gradually increasing the blower air volume to meet the target wind speed setting; increasing or decreasing the compressor speed to achieve the cooling or heating effect; adjusting the opening degree of the air damper according to the system instruction to ensure that the air circulation meets the set requirements.

[0089] Exemplarily, assume that the user selects the "Quick Warm Mode" in low-temperature weather, and the target performance indicators are: target temperature 25°C, air volume at level 5, and internal circulation. Decompose the target temperature of 25°C, air volume at level 5, and internal circulation into specific control parameters such as the target temperature of the compressor, the power of the PTC heater, the blower wind speed, and the air damper position. Obtain the current temperature (20°C), wind speed (level 3), and air damper (external circulation). Generate control parameters according to the difference, set the power of the PTC heater to a higher output, adjust the air volume to level 5, and switch the air damper to the internal circulation position. Send a control signal to start the PTC heater, increase the blower wind speed, and switch the air damper. Monitor the feedback in real time. If the temperature reaches 25°C, the system will maintain the current state until adjustment is required again.

[0090] Next, the above solution will be described in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0091] The selection of the air-conditioning mode is added to the air-conditioning interface of the HMI central control screen. The air-conditioning modes are designed as: Warm Mode, Quick Warm Mode, Cool Mode, Quick Cool Mode, Custom Mode 1, 2, 3 (defined according to the passengers' habits), and three temperature ranges are set, including Tout≥25°C, 10<Tout<25°C, Tout<10°C (Tout represents the outdoor temperature). In the Warm Mode, Quick Heat Mode, Cool Mode, and Quick Cool Mode, the temperature at the passenger compartment air outlet decreases as the outdoor temperature rises. When Tout<10°C, the outlet air temperature is the highest. When 10<Tout<25°C compared with Tout<10°C, the outlet air temperature drops by 2°C. When Tout≥25°C compared with 10<Tout<25°C, the outlet air temperature drops by 2°C. In the Quick Heat Mode and Quick Cool Mode, the external circulation is turned on by default, and the internal circulation is the default. In the Warm Mode and Cool Mode, it is designed to be the external circulation by default to ensure the fresh air intake in the passenger compartment.

[0092] The automotive electronic and electrical architecture is domain-integrated, including vehicle domain controller + left zone controller + right zone controller + rear zone controller, namely VDC (Vehicle Domain Controller) + Left ZCU (Zonal Control Unit) + Right ZCU + Rear ZCU, where VDC implements the logic algorithm part of vehicle thermal management; ZCU implements the collection of sensor signals in vehicle thermal management and the driving part of actuators such as motors.

[0093] The HMI central control screen obtains the air conditioning mode selected by the driver or passenger and sends it to the cockpit domain controller. The cockpit domain controller identifies the target performance indicators corresponding to the target air conditioning mode and sends them to the vehicle domain controller VDC through the CAN bus. The target performance indicators corresponding to the target air conditioning mode are: target temperature indicator, target humidity indicator, target air volume indicator, and target air cleanliness indicator;

[0094] The vehicle domain controller VDC combines the vehicle's current operating parameters and decomposes each target performance indicator into control signals for the water pump, blower motor, compressor speed control signal, air conditioning box cooling and heating door, internal and external circulation door, mode door, PTC heater, solenoid valve, negative ion generator, etc. through a logical algorithm, and sends them to the left zone controller Left ZCU, right zone controller Right ZCU, rear zone controller Rear ZCU, compressor controller through the CAN bus, and to the PTC controller through the LIN bus. Each controller chooses to switch its current performance indicator directly to the corresponding target performance indicator based on its currently acquired relevant status parameters to achieve air conditioning mode switching control.

[0095] Among them, the signals that the left domain of ZCU obtains from VDC are: mode damper, heating and cooling damper, internal and external circulation damper motor PWM control signals; the signals that the right domain of ZCU obtains from VDC are: expansion valve PWM control signal, solenoid valve control signal, water pump PWM control signal, blower PWM control signal; the signals that the back domain of ZCU obtains from VDC are: mode damper, heating and cooling damper motor PWM control signal; the signals that the compressor controller obtains from VDC are: compressor PWM speed control signal; the signals that the PTC controller obtains from VDC are: PTC PWM power control signal.

[0096] The disclosed embodiment provides a method for controlling an automobile air conditioner, which responds to an air conditioner mode selection operation triggered by a user, determines a target air conditioner mode corresponding to the air conditioner mode selection operation; collects the current vehicle outside temperature, determines a target air conditioner performance index preset in the target air conditioner mode corresponding to the current vehicle outside temperature; controls the operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioner components according to the target air conditioner performance index until the target air conditioner performance index is met. A multi-mode air conditioner control strategy is adopted to meet the personalized needs of different passengers and improve the convenience and safety of the driver's operation.

[0097] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that, in the above method of specific implementation, the order in which the steps are written does not imply a strict execution order and does not constitute any limitation on the implementation process. The specific execution order of the steps should be determined by their functions and possible internal logic.

[0098] Based on the same inventive concept, the embodiment of the present disclosure also provides a control device for an automobile air conditioner corresponding to the control method for an automobile air conditioner. Since the principle of solving the problem by the device in the embodiment of the present disclosure is similar to the control method for the automobile air conditioner in the embodiment of the present disclosure, the implementation of the device can refer to the implementation of the method, and the repeated parts will not be repeated.

[0099] See also Figure 3 , Figure 3 Schematic diagram of a control device for an automobile air conditioner provided by an embodiment of the present disclosure. Figure 3 As shown in the figure, the control device 300 of the automobile air conditioner provided in the embodiment of the present disclosure includes:

[0100] The air conditioning mode selection module 310 is used to determine a target air conditioning mode corresponding to the air conditioning mode selection operation in response to an air conditioning mode selection operation triggered by a user.

[0101] The air conditioning performance index determination module 320 is used to collect the current vehicle exterior temperature and determine the target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current vehicle exterior temperature.

[0102] The air conditioning operating condition control module 330 is used to control the operating condition parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioning components according to the target air conditioning performance index until the target air conditioning performance index is met.

[0103] Optionally, the automobile air-conditioning control device 300 further includes an air-conditioning mode storage module for storing a plurality of pre-set air-conditioning modes; in each of the air-conditioning modes, for each preset outside temperature range, an air-conditioning performance index corresponding to the outside temperature range is pre-set.

[0104] Optionally, the air conditioning performance index determination module includes: a work request unit, used to generate an air conditioning work request carrying the target air conditioning mode; a temperature range determination unit, used to control the vehicle cabin domain controller to collect the current outside temperature in response to the air conditioning work request, and determine the target preset outside temperature range within which the current outside temperature is located; an index determination module, used to determine the target air conditioning performance index corresponding to the target preset outside temperature range under the target air conditioning mode.

[0105] Optionally, the vehicle cabin domain controller includes at least: a compressor controller, a left zone controller, a right zone controller, a rear zone controller and a heating controller; the vehicle air-conditioning component controlled by the compressor controller is a compressor; the vehicle air-conditioning component controlled by the left zone controller is a damper motor; the vehicle air-conditioning components controlled by the right zone controller include at least an expansion valve, a stop valve, a water pump, a blower and a solenoid valve motor; the vehicle air-conditioning component controlled by the rear zone controller is a damper motor; the vehicle air-conditioning component controlled by the heating controller is a heater.

[0106] For descriptions of the processing flow of each module in the device and the interaction flow between each module, reference may be made to the relevant descriptions in the above method embodiment, which will not be described in detail here.

[0107] The disclosed embodiment provides a control device for automobile air conditioning, which responds to an air conditioning mode selection operation triggered by a user, determines a target air conditioning mode corresponding to the air conditioning mode selection operation; collects the current outside temperature of the vehicle, determines a target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current outside temperature of the vehicle; controls the operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioning components according to the target air conditioning performance index until the target air conditioning performance index is met. A multi-mode air conditioning control strategy is adopted to meet the personalized needs of different passengers and improve the convenience and safety of the driver's operation.

[0108] Corresponds to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The control method of the automobile air conditioner in the present disclosure also provides an electronic device 400, such as Figure 4 FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device 400 provided in an embodiment of the present disclosure, including:

[0109] Processor 41, memory 42, and bus 43; memory 42 is used to store execution instructions, including memory 421 and external memory 422; memory 421 here is also called internal memory, which is used to temporarily store operation data in processor 41 and data exchanged with external memory 422 such as hard disk. Processor 41 exchanges data with external memory 422 through memory 421. When the electronic device 400 is running, the processor 41 communicates with the memory 42 through bus 43, so that the processor 41 executes Figure 1 and Figure 2 Steps of a method for controlling an automobile air conditioner.

[0110] The embodiment of the present disclosure also provides a computer-readable storage medium, on which a computer program is stored, and when the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps of the control method of the automobile air conditioner described in the above method embodiment are executed. The storage medium can be a volatile or non-volatile computer-readable storage medium.

[0111] The embodiment of the present disclosure also provides a computer program product, which includes computer instructions. When the computer instructions are executed by a processor, the steps of the automobile air conditioner control method described in the above method embodiment can be executed. For details, please refer to the above method embodiment, which will not be repeated here.

[0112] The computer program product may be implemented in hardware, software or a combination thereof. In one optional embodiment, the computer program product is implemented as a computer storage medium. In another optional embodiment, the computer program product is implemented as a software product, such as a software development kit (SDK).

[0113] Those skilled in the art can clearly understand that, for the convenience and simplicity of description, the specific working process of the device described above can refer to the corresponding process in the aforementioned method embodiment, and will not be repeated here. In the several embodiments provided in the present disclosure, it should be understood that the disclosed device and method can be implemented in other ways. The device embodiments described above are merely schematic. For example, the division of the units is only a logical function division. There may be other division methods in actual implementation. For example, multiple units or components can be combined or integrated into another system, or some features can be ignored or not executed. Another point is that the mutual coupling or direct coupling or communication connection shown or discussed can be through some communication interfaces, and the indirect coupling or communication connection of the device or unit can be electrical, mechanical or other forms.

[0114] The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separated, and the components shown as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place or distributed on multiple network units. Some or all of the units may be selected according to actual needs to achieve the purpose of the solution of this embodiment.

[0115] In addition, each functional unit in each embodiment of the present 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.

[0116] If the functions are implemented in the form of software functional units and sold or used as independent products, they can be stored in a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium that is executable by a processor. Based on this understanding, the technical solution of the present disclosure, or the part that contributes to the prior art or the part of the technical solution, can be embodied in the form of a software product, which is stored in a storage medium and includes several instructions for a computer device (which can be a personal computer, a server, or a network device, etc.) to perform all or part of the steps of the method described in each embodiment of the present disclosure. The aforementioned storage medium includes: various media that can store program codes, such as a USB flash drive, a mobile hard disk, a read-only memory (ROM), a random access memory (RAM), a magnetic disk or an optical disk.

[0117] Finally, it should be noted that the above-described embodiments are only specific implementation methods of the present disclosure, which are used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present disclosure, rather than to limit them. The protection scope of the present disclosure is not limited thereto. Although the present disclosure is described in detail with reference to the above-described embodiments, ordinary technicians in the field should understand that any technician familiar with the technical field can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the above-described embodiments within the technical scope disclosed in the present disclosure, or can easily think of changes, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein; and these modifications, changes or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present disclosure, and should be included in the protection scope of the present disclosure. Therefore, the protection scope of the present disclosure should be based on the protection scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A method for controlling an automobile air conditioner, characterized in that: include: In response to an air-conditioning mode selection operation triggered by a user, determining a target air-conditioning mode corresponding to the air-conditioning mode selection operation; Collecting the current vehicle exterior temperature, and determining a target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current vehicle exterior temperature; The operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air-conditioning components are controlled according to the target air-conditioning performance index until the target air-conditioning performance index is met.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that Collecting the current vehicle exterior temperature and determining the target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current vehicle exterior temperature specifically includes: generating an air-conditioning operation request carrying the target air-conditioning mode; Controlling the vehicle cabin domain controller to collect the current vehicle outside temperature in response to the air conditioning operation request, and determining a target preset vehicle outside temperature range within which the current vehicle outside temperature is located; Determine the target air-conditioning performance index corresponding to the target preset vehicle exterior temperature range under the target air-conditioning mode.

3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that: The air conditioning performance index at least includes: a target temperature index, a target humidity index, a target air volume index and a target air cleanliness index.

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that: Controlling the operating parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioner until the target air conditioner performance index is met, specifically including: parsing the target air conditioning performance index into a plurality of sub-performance indexes; Obtaining current component operating condition parameters corresponding to each of the automobile air-conditioning components in the automobile air-conditioning; Generating a target operating condition control parameter corresponding to the automobile air conditioning component according to the current component operating condition parameter and the corresponding sub-performance index; According to the target operating condition control parameter, the automobile air conditioning component is controlled to operate according to the corresponding sub-performance indicator.

5. A control device for an automobile air conditioner, characterized in that: include: an air conditioning mode selection module, configured to determine, in response to an air conditioning mode selection operation triggered by a user, a target air conditioning mode corresponding to the air conditioning mode selection operation; An air conditioning performance index determination module, used to collect the current vehicle outside temperature and determine a target air conditioning performance index preset in the target air conditioning mode corresponding to the current vehicle outside temperature; The air conditioning operating condition control module is used to control the operating condition parameters corresponding to the automobile air conditioning components according to the target air conditioning performance index until the target air conditioning performance index is met.

6. The device according to claim 5, characterized in that Also includes: An air conditioning mode storage module, used to store a plurality of pre-set air conditioning modes; In each of the air-conditioning modes, for each preset vehicle exterior temperature range, an air-conditioning performance index corresponding to the vehicle exterior temperature range is preset.

7. The device according to claim 5, characterized in that The air conditioning performance index determination module includes: A work request unit, configured to generate an air-conditioning work request carrying the target air-conditioning mode; a temperature range determination unit, configured to control the vehicle cabin domain controller to collect the current vehicle outside temperature in response to the air conditioning operation request, and determine a target preset vehicle outside temperature range within which the current vehicle outside temperature is located; The indicator determination module is used to determine the target air-conditioning performance indicator corresponding to the target preset vehicle exterior temperature range under the target air-conditioning mode.

8. The device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The automobile cabin domain controller at least includes: a compressor controller, a left zone controller, a right zone controller, a rear zone controller and a heating controller; The automobile air-conditioning component correspondingly controlled by the compressor controller is a compressor; The automobile air-conditioning component controlled by the left zone controller is a damper motor; The automobile air-conditioning components correspondingly controlled by the right zone controller include at least an expansion valve, a stop valve, a water pump, a blower and a solenoid valve motor; The automobile air conditioning component correspondingly controlled by the rear zone controller is a damper motor; The automobile air-conditioning component controlled by the heating controller is a heater.

9. An electronic device, characterized in that: include: A processor, a memory and a bus, wherein the memory stores machine-readable instructions executable by the processor, and when the electronic device is running, the processor and the memory communicate via the bus, and when the machine-readable instructions are executed by the processor, the steps of the control method of the automobile air conditioner as described in any one of claims 1 to 4 are performed.

10. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that: The computer readable storage medium stores a computer program, and when the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps of the method for controlling the automobile air conditioner as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 4 are executed.

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