Interconnection control method and device of air conditioner and sweeper and air conditioner

Abstract

The present application relates to an air conditioner and a method for interconnection control of the air conditioner and a sweeper, the air conditioner having a first humidifying device, and the sweeper having a second humidifying device. The method for interconnection control comprises: detecting whether there are multiple human bodies in an indoor environment space; if yes, obtaining an environmental humidity value in the indoor environment space and a preset comfortable humidity value corresponding to each human body in the indoor environment space; screening out a minimum preset comfortable humidity value from a comfortable humidity set formed by the preset comfortable humidity values corresponding to all the human bodies in the indoor environment space; judging whether the environmental humidity value is higher than the minimum preset comfortable humidity value; if yes, dehumidifying the indoor environment space first, and then humidifying a target position in the indoor environment space where other human bodies except for a human body corresponding to the minimum preset comfortable humidity value are located through the first humidifying device and / or the second humidifying device, so as to meet the differentiated humidity requirements of multiple users.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of intelligent control technology, and in particular to an interconnection control method, device, and air conditioner for an air conditioner and a sweeping robot. Background Technology

[0002] As consumers demand higher quality of life, more and more families own both air conditioners and robot vacuums. Air conditioners primarily regulate indoor temperature and humidity, while robot vacuums clean floors, enhancing comfort. To further enrich their functionality, some existing robot vacuums also feature air humidification capabilities.

[0003] Both air conditioners and robot vacuums can only roughly humidify the entire indoor environment, failing to meet the differentiated humidity requirements of different users in the same indoor space. Therefore, they cannot satisfy each user's comfort needs regarding humidity. Furthermore, the humidification functions of air conditioners and robot vacuums are independent and unrelated, preventing structural optimization and potentially leading to redundant humidification or the disabling of a particular appliance's humidification function. Summary of the Invention

[0004] One objective of the first aspect of the present invention is to overcome at least one deficiency of the prior art and provide an interconnection control method for an air conditioner and a robot vacuum cleaner to simultaneously meet the differentiated humidity requirements of different users in an indoor environment.

[0005] A further objective of the first aspect of the present invention is to intelligently and rationally select an air conditioner or a robot vacuum cleaner to humidify the indoor environment.

[0006] Another further objective of the first aspect of the present invention is to enable air conditioners and sweeping robots to share a humidification water tank.

[0007] The second aspect of this invention aims to provide an interconnected control device for an air conditioner and a robot vacuum cleaner, so as to intelligently and rationally select the air conditioner or the robot vacuum cleaner to humidify the indoor environment.

[0008] A third aspect of the present invention is to provide an air conditioner having the above-described interconnection control device.

[0009] According to a first aspect of the present invention, the present invention provides an interconnection control method for an air conditioner and a robot vacuum cleaner, wherein the air conditioner and the robot vacuum cleaner are located in the same indoor environment space, the air conditioner has a first humidification device for humidifying airflow, and the robot vacuum cleaner has a second humidification device; and

[0010] The interconnection control method includes:

[0011] To detect whether multiple human bodies are present in the indoor environment;

[0012] If so, then obtain the ambient humidity value in the indoor environment and the preset comfortable humidity value corresponding to each human body in the indoor environment;

[0013] The minimum preset comfortable humidity value is selected from the set of preset comfortable humidity values ​​corresponding to all human bodies in the indoor environment.

[0014] Determine whether the ambient humidity value is higher than the minimum preset comfortable humidity value; and

[0015] If so, the indoor environment is first dehumidified, and then the target locations of other people in the indoor environment, except for the human body corresponding to the minimum preset comfortable humidity value, are humidified through the first humidification device and / or the second humidification device.

[0016] Optionally, the step of obtaining the preset comfortable humidity value for each human body in the indoor environment includes:

[0017] Obtain the human characteristic information of each human body in the indoor environment;

[0018] Identify the identity information of each individual based on their described human characteristics; and

[0019] Find the humidity value that matches the identity information of each person in the preset human body comfort humidity table, and use it as the preset comfort humidity value for that person.

[0020] Optionally, the step of dehumidifying the indoor environment includes:

[0021] Start the dehumidification mode of the air conditioner;

[0022] The ambient humidity value in the indoor environment space is obtained again; and

[0023] If the ambient humidity value obtained again reaches the minimum preset comfortable humidity value, the dehumidification mode of the air conditioner will be stopped.

[0024] Optionally, the air conditioner further includes a humidifying air outlet for discharging the humidified airflow; wherein

[0025] The step of humidifying the target location using the first humidifying device and / or the second humidifying device includes:

[0026] If the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, then the first humidifier is used to humidify the target location; and

[0027] If the target location is outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, the second humidifier is used to humidify the target location.

[0028] Optionally, the step of determining whether the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet includes:

[0029] Obtain the maximum air delivery distance of the humidifier air outlet and the range of the air delivery angle of the humidifier air outlet in the horizontal plane;

[0030] Draw a fan-shaped area with the humidification air outlet as the center, the maximum air delivery distance as the radius, and the air delivery angle range as the central angle;

[0031] If the target location is within the fan-shaped area, then the target location is determined to be within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet; and

[0032] If the target location is outside the fan-shaped area, then the location of the target area is determined to be outside the air supply range of the humidification outlet.

[0033] Optionally, the air conditioner includes an indoor unit housing and a water storage tank disposed within the indoor unit housing for holding water; a cavity is formed within the indoor unit housing at its lower end, and an inlet / outlet communicating with the cavity is provided on the indoor unit housing to allow the sweeping robot to enter and exit the cavity through the inlet / outlet; the water storage tank is configured to be movably disposed within the indoor unit housing and has a first state for providing a water source to the first humidification device, and a second state supported on the sweeping robot for providing a water source to the second humidification device; wherein

[0034] The step of humidifying the target location using the second humidifying device includes:

[0035] When the sweeper is inside the cavity, the water tank is controlled to be in the second state, so that the water tank is supported on the sweeper; and

[0036] The sweeping robot, carrying the water tank, is moved out of the cavity and onto the exterior of the indoor unit casing; the second humidification device is activated to humidify the target location; and

[0037] The step of humidifying the target location using the first humidifying device includes:

[0038] The water storage tank is controlled to be in the first state, and the first humidification device is activated to perform a humidification operation on the target location.

[0039] Optionally, if part of the target locations are within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet and another part of the target locations are outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, the interconnection control method further includes:

[0040] The water storage tank is controlled to be in the first state;

[0041] The first humidifier is activated to humidify the target location within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet;

[0042] After the target location within the air supply range of the humidification outlet has been humidified, the water storage tank is controlled to be in the second state so that the water storage tank is supported on the sweeper.

[0043] Control the sweeper, along with the water tank, to move out of the cavity and into the casing of the indoor unit;

[0044] The second humidifier is activated to humidify the target location outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet.

[0045] Optionally, before controlling the water storage tank to be in the first state, the interconnection control method further includes:

[0046] Check if the water storage tank is low on water;

[0047] If not, then control the water storage tank to be in the first state;

[0048] If so, when the sweeper is in the cavity, the water tank is adjusted to the second state so that the water tank is supported on the sweeper;

[0049] Control the sweeper, along with the water tank, to move out of the cavity and into the casing of the indoor unit;

[0050] The user is prompted to add water to the water storage tank.

[0051] Optionally, after the sweeper moves out of the cavity to the outside of the indoor unit housing and before the second humidification device is activated, the interconnection control method further includes:

[0052] Check if the water storage tank is low on water;

[0053] If so, the user is prompted to add water to the water tank; and

[0054] If not, then activate the second humidifier.

[0055] According to a second aspect of the present invention, the present invention also provides an interconnection control device for an air conditioner and a sweeping robot, comprising:

[0056] A processor and a memory, wherein the memory stores a machine-executable program, and the machine-executable program, when executed by the processor, is used to implement the interconnection control method described in any of the above schemes.

[0057] According to a third aspect of the present invention, the present invention also provides an air conditioner, comprising:

[0058] A first humidification device is used to humidify the airflow; and

[0059] Interconnected control device according to any of the above schemes.

[0060] The interconnection control method between an air conditioner and a robot vacuum cleaner provided by this invention is designed based on the structure of the air conditioner and the robot vacuum cleaner each having a first humidification device and a second humidification device, respectively. Specifically, when multiple people are present in an indoor environment, the ambient humidity value and the preset comfort humidity value corresponding to each person are first obtained. Then, the minimum preset comfort humidity value is selected from the comfort humidity set formed by the preset comfort humidity values ​​corresponding to all people. If the ambient humidity value is higher than the minimum preset comfort humidity value, it means that at least one person in the indoor environment feels that the ambient humidity is too high and needs to be reduced. At this time, the indoor environment is first dehumidified to meet the needs of the user with the lowest humidity requirement. After dehumidification, the humidity in the indoor environment is lower than the humidity requirements of other people. Then, the first or second humidification device is used to specifically humidify the target locations of the other people. This not only increases the humidity in the local area where the other people are located, but also does not have a significant impact on the people with lower humidity requirements. Thus, different people have different humidity requirements, satisfying the differentiated humidity needs of multiple users and improving the comfort experience of each user.

[0061] Furthermore, the present invention further determines whether the target location is within the air supply range of the humidification outlet of the air conditioner. If the target location is within the air supply range of the humidification outlet of the air conditioner, the first humidification device of the air conditioner is used for humidification; if the target location is outside the air supply range of the humidification outlet of the air conditioner, the second humidification device of the robot vacuum is used for humidification. It is evident that the present invention, through the interconnection of the air conditioner and the robot vacuum, automatically selects different humidification devices for different target locations to achieve humidification, rationally allocating the humidification tasks of the air conditioner and the robot vacuum, ensuring that the humidity at the target location can be effectively improved regardless of its location, without requiring user intervention, demonstrating a high degree of intelligence and reliable humidification effect.

[0062] The above and other objects, advantages and features of the present invention will become more apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of specific embodiments of the invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0063] The following sections will describe some specific embodiments of the invention in detail by way of example and not limitation, with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar parts or portions. Those skilled in the art should understand that these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the drawings:

[0064] Figure 1 This is a schematic flowchart of an interconnection control method between an air conditioner and a sweeping robot according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0065] Figure 2 This is a schematic flowchart of an interconnection control method between an air conditioner and a sweeping robot according to another embodiment of the present invention;

[0066] Figure 3 and Figure 4 These are schematic structural diagrams of the indoor unit of an air conditioner under different states according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0067] Figure 5 This is a schematic flowchart of an interconnection control method between an air conditioner and a sweeping robot according to yet another embodiment of the present invention;

[0068] Figure 6 This is a schematic structural block diagram of an interconnected control device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0069] Figure 7 This is a schematic structural block diagram of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0070] Figure 8 yes Figure 4 A schematic enlarged view of part A in the middle. Detailed Implementation

[0071] This invention first provides a method for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and a robot vacuum cleaner, which enables intelligent interconnection between the air conditioner and the robot vacuum cleaner, providing a scenario for intelligent home appliance interconnection and effectively improving the level of intelligence.

[0072] Specifically, the robot vacuum cleaner and the air conditioner are located in the same indoor environment so that they can work together to improve the user's smart experience in the indoor environment.

[0073] It should be noted that the methods in the following embodiments of the present invention are all described from the perspective of the interconnection control device between the air conditioner and the sweeping robot, that is, the relevant steps are performed by the control device. Furthermore, the premise for implementing the solutions in the following embodiments of the present invention is that the air conditioner and the sweeping robot are interconnected. Specifically, an interconnection control device between the air conditioner and the sweeping robot can be provided. This control device can receive signals sent by the air conditioner and the sweeping robot, and can also send signals to the air conditioner and the sweeping robot. This control device can be set up separately or can be installed inside the air conditioner.

[0074] The sweeper in this embodiment is intelligent because, as mentioned above, it can both send signals to and receive signals from the control device. Specifically, this can be achieved by installing a controller on the sweeper. Similarly, an air conditioner can also have its own controller, thus enabling it to both send and receive signals from the control device.

[0075] The interconnection control method between the air conditioner and the sweeping machine provided by the present invention is designed based on the structure of the air conditioner and the sweeping machine having a first humidification device and a second humidification device, respectively.

[0076] Specifically, the air conditioner has a first humidification device for humidifying airflow, which is configured to humidify the airflow delivered by the indoor unit of the air conditioner, thereby indirectly humidifying the indoor environment. A second humidification device can directly humidify the indoor air while the robot vacuum is moving within the indoor environment.

[0077] Figure 1 This is a schematic flowchart illustrating a method for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and a robot vacuum cleaner according to an embodiment of the present invention. See also... Figure 1 The interconnection control method of the present invention includes:

[0078] Step S10: Detect whether there are multiple human bodies in the indoor environment; if so, proceed to step S20.

[0079] Step S20: Obtain the ambient humidity value in the indoor environment and the preset comfortable humidity value for each human body in the indoor environment.

[0080] Step S30: Select the minimum preset comfort humidity value from the set of preset comfort humidity values ​​corresponding to all human bodies in the indoor environment.

[0081] Step S40: Determine if the ambient humidity value is higher than the minimum preset comfortable humidity value; if so, proceed to step S50; and

[0082] Step S50: First, dehumidify the indoor environment, and then humidify the target locations of other people in the indoor environment, except for the human body corresponding to the minimum preset comfortable humidity value, through the first humidification device and / or the second humidification device.

[0083] Since multiple people typically reside in an indoor environment, their humidity requirements may vary significantly. Therefore, this invention pre-sets a corresponding preset comfort humidity value for each person potentially present in the indoor space. When multiple people are present, the overall indoor humidity and the preset comfort humidity value for each person are first acquired. Then, the minimum preset comfort humidity value is selected from the set of preset comfort humidity values ​​for all people. If the overall humidity is higher than the minimum preset comfort humidity value, it indicates that at least one person in the indoor space feels the humidity is too high and needs to be lowered. In this case, the indoor space is first dehumidified to meet the needs of the user with the lowest humidity requirement. Since the humidity in the dehumidified indoor space is lower than the humidity requirements of other people, a first or second humidifier is then used to specifically humidify the target locations of these other people. This not only increases the humidity in that localized area but also minimizes the impact on those with lower humidity requirements. Thus, it addresses the different humidity requirements of various individuals, satisfies the differentiated humidity needs of multiple users, and improves the comfort experience for each user.

[0084] It is understandable that the comfortable humidity set includes multiple preset comfortable humidity values, among which the preset comfortable humidity value with the lowest humidity value is the minimum preset comfortable humidity value.

[0085] It is also understood that the "target location" mentioned before and after this invention refers to the location of the human body that needs humidification, that is, the location that needs humidification.

[0086] Furthermore, when there are no multiple people in the indoor environment, such as when there is no one, it is not necessary to adjust the humidity in any location. When there is only one person in the indoor environment, it is only necessary to compare the preset comfortable humidity value corresponding to that person with the ambient humidity value of the indoor environment. If the preset comfortable humidity value corresponding to that person is greater than the ambient humidity value of the indoor environment, the location of that person can be humidified specifically through the first or second humidifier. If the preset comfortable humidity value corresponding to that person is less than the ambient humidity value of the indoor environment, the entire indoor environment can be dehumidified or the location of that person can be dehumidified specifically.

[0087] Furthermore, the ambient humidity value in the indoor environment can be obtained by a humidity detection device installed on the air conditioner or the robot vacuum cleaner, or by a humidity detection device installed separately in the indoor environment and connected to the air conditioner or the robot vacuum cleaner.

[0088] Preferably, the sweeper is equipped with a humidity detection device. When the sweeper moves along a preset motion trajectory in the indoor environment, the humidity detection device acquires multiple air humidity values ​​along the preset motion trajectory; the average of the multiple air humidity values ​​is taken as the ambient humidity value of the indoor environment.

[0089] As the robot vacuum moves along a preset path within the indoor environment, the humidity detection device acquires multiple humidity values ​​along that path. Since the robot vacuum's preset path almost covers the entire indoor space and is relatively evenly distributed, using the humidity detection device on the robot vacuum to acquire humidity values ​​at different locations at different times not only reduces the number of humidity sensors required but also provides a more accurate reflection of the true humidity level in the indoor environment—a very ingenious design.

[0090] Furthermore, if the ambient humidity value is lower than or equal to the minimum preset comfortable humidity value, that is, if the ambient humidity value is lower than the comfortable humidity value required by all human bodies or just meets the needs of the human body with the lowest humidity requirement, then no dehumidification operation is required. Humidification can be directly applied to the target location where the human body with the preset comfortable humidity value is higher than the ambient humidity value. In other words, when the judgment result of step S40 is negative, humidification can be directly applied to the target location where the human body with the preset comfortable humidity value is higher than the ambient humidity value through the first humidification device or the second humidification device.

[0091] In some embodiments, the step of obtaining a preset comfortable humidity value for each human body in the indoor environment may specifically include:

[0092] To acquire anthropometric information of each human body in an indoor environment;

[0093] Identify each individual's identity information based on their physical characteristics; and

[0094] Find the humidity value that matches the identity information of each person in the preset human comfort humidity table, and use it as the preset comfort humidity value for that person.

[0095] Specifically, a preset human comfort humidity table stores the identity information of multiple individuals who may be present in the indoor environment, along with a preset comfort humidity value matching each individual's identity information. Once an individual's identity information is identified based on their physical characteristics, the preset comfort humidity value for that individual can be retrieved by looking up the table. The matching results are accurate, and the logical process is simple.

[0096] In some embodiments, the step of dehumidifying the indoor environment may specifically include:

[0097] Turn on the dehumidification mode of the air conditioner;

[0098] Obtain the ambient humidity value in the indoor space again; and

[0099] If the ambient humidity value obtained again reaches the minimum preset comfortable humidity value, the dehumidification mode of the air conditioner will be stopped.

[0100] In other words, indoor humidity can be dehumidified using an air conditioner without the need for a separate dehumidification device, fully utilizing the existing functions of the air conditioner. Furthermore, since air conditioner dehumidification is generally limited and cannot effectively dehumidify a specific area, this invention sets the level of dehumidification to achieve a minimum preset comfortable humidity level, thus meeting the comfort requirements of people with the lowest humidity requirements. Subsequently, a humidification device can be used to specifically humidify other people, satisfying the humidity comfort requirements of all individuals.

[0101] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes a humidified air outlet for discharging the humidified airflow. In these embodiments, the step of humidifying the target location using a first humidification device and / or a second humidification device may specifically include:

[0102] If the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, then the target location is humidified using the first humidifier; and

[0103] If the target location is outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, the target location will be humidified using a second humidifier.

[0104] This invention further determines whether the target location of each person requiring humidification is within the airflow range of the air conditioner's humidification outlet. If the target location is within the airflow range of the air conditioner's humidification outlet, the first humidification device of the air conditioner is used for humidification; if the target location is outside the airflow range of the air conditioner's humidification outlet, the second humidification device of the robot vacuum cleaner is used for humidification. Therefore, this invention, through the interconnection of the air conditioner and the robot vacuum cleaner, automatically selects different humidification devices for different target locations, rationally allocating the humidification tasks of the air conditioner and the robot vacuum cleaner, ensuring that the humidity at the target location is effectively increased regardless of its location. It requires no user intervention, has a high degree of intelligence, and provides reliable humidification.

[0105] In some embodiments, the step of determining whether the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet may specifically include:

[0106] Obtain the maximum air delivery distance of the humidifier outlet and the range of air delivery angles of the humidifier outlet in the horizontal plane;

[0107] Draw a fan-shaped area with the humidifier outlet as the center, the maximum air delivery distance as the radius, and the air delivery angle range as the central angle;

[0108] If the target location is within the fan-shaped area, then the target location is determined to be within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet; and

[0109] If the target location is outside the fan-shaped area, then the target area is determined to be outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet.

[0110] It is understandable that, due to limitations in the shape, size, and air guiding structure of the humidifier outlet, the humidifier outlet typically has a range of air delivery angles in the horizontal plane, and the airflow delivered by the humidifier outlet can only reach the area limited by this air delivery angle range.

[0111] Therefore, a fan-shaped area with the humidifier outlet as the center, the maximum air delivery distance as the radius, and the air delivery angle range as the central angle can accurately represent the air delivery range of the humidifier outlet.

[0112] Specifically, Figure 2 This is a schematic flowchart illustrating a method for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and a robot vacuum cleaner according to another embodiment of the present invention. See also... Figure 2 The interconnection control method of the present invention includes:

[0113] Step S10: Detect whether there are multiple human bodies in the indoor environment; if so, proceed to step S20.

[0114] Step S20: Obtain the ambient humidity value in the indoor environment and the preset comfortable humidity value for each human body in the indoor environment.

[0115] Step S30: Select the minimum preset comfort humidity value from the set of preset comfort humidity values ​​corresponding to all human bodies in the indoor environment.

[0116] Step S40: Determine if the ambient humidity value is higher than the minimum preset comfortable humidity value; if so, proceed to step S50; and

[0117] Step S51: Dehumidify the indoor environment until the indoor humidity level reaches the minimum preset comfortable humidity level.

[0118] Step S52: Determine whether the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet; if yes, proceed to step S53; if no, proceed to step S54.

[0119] Step S53: Humidify the target location using the first humidification device; and

[0120] Step S54: Humidify the target location using the second humidification device.

[0121] Figure 3 and Figure 4 These are schematic structural diagrams of the indoor unit of an air conditioner in different states according to an embodiment of the present invention. For ease of understanding... Figure 3 and Figure 4 The image also shows a robot vacuum cleaner 2. In some embodiments, in addition to the first humidification device 20, the air conditioner also includes an indoor unit housing 10 and a water storage tank 30 disposed within the indoor unit housing 10 for holding water; a cavity 12 is formed within the indoor unit housing 10 at its lower end, and an inlet 13 communicating with the cavity 12 is provided on the indoor unit housing 10 to allow the robot vacuum cleaner 2 to enter and exit the cavity 12 through the inlet 13. In particular, the water storage tank 30 is configured to be movably disposed within the indoor unit housing 10 and has a first state for providing water to the first humidification device 20 (see [reference]). Figure 3 ), and a second state in which it is supported on the sweeper 2 to provide water to the second humidification device 201 (see Figure 4 ).

[0122] In these embodiments, the step of humidifying the target location using the second humidification device 201 may specifically include:

[0123] When the sweeper 2 is inside the cavity 12, the water tank 30 is controlled to be in the second state, so that the water tank 30 is supported on the sweeper 2; and

[0124] The sweeping robot 2, equipped with a water tank 30, is moved out of the cavity 12 and onto the outside of the indoor unit casing 10.

[0125] The second humidifier 201 is activated to perform humidification operation on the target location; and

[0126] The steps of humidifying the target location using the first humidifying device 20 include:

[0127] The water storage tank 30 is controlled to be in the first state, and the first humidification device 20 is started to perform humidification operation on the target location.

[0128] When it is determined that humidification is being performed by the second humidification device 201, the water tank 30 can be controlled to be in a second state, so that the water tank 30 provides water to the second humidification device 201, and the sweeper 2 is controlled to move out of the cavity 12 carrying the water tank 30, thereby facilitating the sweeper 2 to move to the target location and directly humidify the target location. This invention utilizes the sweeper 2 to carry the water tank 30 out, and the water tank 30 can continuously provide water to the second humidification device 201, ensuring that the second humidification device 201 can effectively perform humidification operations for a long time.

[0129] When it is determined that humidification is being performed by the first humidification device 20, the water storage tank 30 can be controlled to be in the first state, so that the water storage tank 30 provides water to the first humidification device 20. The first humidification device 20 can humidify the airflow sent out by the humidification outlet, thereby indirectly increasing the humidity at the target location.

[0130] As can be seen, the present invention, through the special design of the water storage tank 30, can provide humidifying water for both the first humidifying device 20 of the air conditioner and the second humidifying device 201 of the sweeper 2, thus realizing the sharing of the humidifying water storage tank.

[0131] This invention utilizes the interconnection between the air conditioner and the robot vacuum cleaner 2 to achieve intelligent humidification operation, providing a scenario of interconnected smart home appliances with a high degree of intelligence.

[0132] Specifically, Figure 5 This is a schematic flowchart illustrating a method for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and a sweeping robot according to yet another embodiment of the present invention. See also... Figure 5 The interconnection control method of the present invention includes:

[0133] Step S10: Detect whether there are multiple human bodies in the indoor environment; if so, proceed to step S20.

[0134] Step S20: Obtain the ambient humidity value in the indoor environment and the preset comfortable humidity value for each human body in the indoor environment.

[0135] Step S30: Select the minimum preset comfort humidity value from the set of preset comfort humidity values ​​corresponding to all human bodies in the indoor environment.

[0136] Step S40: Determine if the ambient humidity value is higher than the minimum preset comfortable humidity value; if so, proceed to step S50; and

[0137] Step S51: Dehumidify the indoor environment until the indoor humidity level reaches the minimum preset comfortable humidity level.

[0138] Step S52: Determine whether the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet; if yes, proceed to step S53; if no, proceed to step S54.

[0139] Step S531: Control the water storage tank 30 to be in the first state;

[0140] Step S532: Start the first humidifier 20 to perform humidification operation on the target location;

[0141] Step S541: When the sweeper 2 is inside the cavity 12, control the water tank 30 to be in the second state so that the water tank 30 is supported on the sweeper 2.

[0142] Step S542, control the sweeper 2, along with the water tank 30, to move out of the cavity 12 to the outside of the indoor unit casing 10; and

[0143] Step S543: Start the second humidification device 201 to perform humidification operation on the target location.

[0144] In some embodiments, if part of the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet and another part of the target location is outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, the interconnection control method of the present invention further includes:

[0145] The water storage tank 30 is controlled to be in the first state;

[0146] The first humidification device 20 is activated to humidify the target locations within the air supply range of the humidification outlet;

[0147] After the target location within the air supply range of the humidification outlet has been humidified, the water storage tank 30 is controlled to be in the second state so that the water storage tank 30 is supported on the sweeper 2.

[0148] The sweeping robot 2, equipped with a water tank 30, is moved out of the cavity 12 and onto the outside of the indoor unit casing 10.

[0149] The second humidifier 201 is activated to humidify the target location outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet.

[0150] In other words, the target location within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet can be humidified first by the air conditioner, and then the target location outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet can be humidified by the sweeper 2.

[0151] In other embodiments, when the sweeper 2 is equipped with a water storage tank, the sweeper 2 can store a certain amount of water. At this time, the air conditioner and the sweeper can perform humidification operation at the same time to humidify the target positions within the air supply range of the humidification air outlet and the target positions outside the air supply range of the humidification air outlet, respectively.

[0152] In some embodiments, before controlling the water storage tank 30 to be in the first state, the interconnection control method of the present invention further includes:

[0153] Check if the water tank is low on water;

[0154] If not, then control the water storage tank 30 to be in the first state;

[0155] If so, when the sweeper 2 is inside the cavity 12, adjust the water tank 30 to the second state so that the water tank 30 is supported on the sweeper 2;

[0156] The sweeping robot 2, equipped with a water tank 30, is moved out of the cavity 12 and onto the outside of the indoor unit casing 10.

[0157] The user is prompted to add water to the water tank 30.

[0158] The interconnected control method of this invention does not prompt the user to manually add water when the water tank 30 is low, as is the case in existing technologies. Instead, it first adjusts the water tank 30 to its second state while the sweeper 2 is inside the cavity 12, so that the water tank 30 is supported on the sweeper 2. Then, it controls the sweeper 2, carrying the water tank 30, to move out of the cavity 12 to the outside of the indoor unit casing 10. This cleverly utilizes the sweeper 2's movement function to automatically bring the low-water water tank 30 out of the indoor unit casing 10, exposing the water tank 30 to the outside, making it convenient for the user to directly add water to the water tank 30, thus improving the convenience of adding water to the water tank 30. Furthermore, this invention does not require complex water filling pipes on the indoor unit casing 10, nor does it require the user to manually remove the water tank 30, simplifying the structure and the user's water filling operation, thereby improving the user experience.

[0159] Furthermore, after prompting the user to add water to the water storage tank 30, the interconnection control method of the present invention further includes:

[0160] If the weight in the water tank 30 no longer changes after the first preset time, the sweeper 2 is controlled to return to the cavity 12; and

[0161] Adjust the water storage tank 30 to its first state.

[0162] In some embodiments, after the sweeping robot 2 has moved out of the cavity 12 to the outside of the indoor unit housing 10 and before the second humidification device 201 is activated, the interconnection control method of the present invention further includes:

[0163] Check if the water tank is low on water;

[0164] If so, the user will be prompted to add water to water tank 30; and

[0165] If not, then activate the second humidifier 201.

[0166] In other words, when using the sweeper 2 to humidify the indoor environment, it is necessary to first determine whether the water tank 30 is low on water. Since the water tank 30 has been moved out of the cavity 12 along with the sweeper 2, if the water tank 30 is low on water, the user can be directly prompted to add water to the water tank 30; if the water tank 30 is not low on water, the second humidification device 201 can be directly started to perform the humidification operation.

[0167] In some embodiments, the step of prompting the user to add water to the water storage tank 30 may specifically include:

[0168] Obtain the location of a target human body in an indoor environment; and

[0169] The sweeper 2 is controlled to move to the location of the target human body and then stop moving, so as to prompt the target human body to add water to the water tank 30.

[0170] In other words, when a target human is present in the indoor environment, the robot vacuum cleaner 2 can be moved to that location by detecting the target human's position to remind them to add water to the water tank 30. This notification method is more human-like, more direct, and provides a better intelligent user experience.

[0171] Specifically, the target human body is a user with specific identity characteristics, such as an adult, to exclude other users who cannot understand the intention of the robot vacuum cleaner or cannot independently perform the water filling operation, such as children, the elderly, etc.

[0172] In other embodiments, the step of prompting the user to add water to the water tank 30 includes:

[0173] The robot vacuum cleaner 2 is controlled to move to a preset target position in the indoor environment and then stop moving; and

[0174] Send a water replenishment prompt signal to the terminal device connected to the air conditioner and / or the sweeper 2 to prompt the user to move to the preset target location and add water to the water tank 30.

[0175] In other words, in some embodiments, a preset target location can be set in advance in the indoor environment. This preset target location can be a location with a water source or close to a water source, such as a kitchen, sink, bathroom, etc., so that users can perform the water filling operation.

[0176] The sweeping robot 2 moves directly to the preset target location and stops, waiting for the user to come and add water. To make it easier for the user to know as soon as possible, the present invention further sends a water-addition prompt signal to the terminal device, so that the user can move to the preset target location as soon as possible to add water to the water tank 30, avoiding affecting the humidification process.

[0177] Understandably, the two prompting methods described above can be used individually or in combination. For example, a priority order can be preset and execution can proceed according to that order. Alternatively, they can be executed alternately. Of course, they can also be used in combination in other ways.

[0178] Preferably, in a specific embodiment, if a target human body is detected in the indoor environment where the air conditioner and the robot vacuum cleaner 2 are located, the target human body is prompted to add water to the water tank 30 in the first manner; if no target human body is detected, the corresponding user is prompted to add water to the water tank 30 in the second manner.

[0179] The present invention also provides an interconnection control device for an air conditioner and a sweeping robot. Figure 6 This is a schematic structural block diagram of an interconnect control device according to an embodiment of the present invention. The interconnect control device 50 of the present invention includes a processor 51 and a memory 52. ​​The memory 52 stores a machine-executable program 53, and when the machine-executable program 53 is executed by the processor 51, it is used to implement the interconnect control method described in any of the above embodiments.

[0180] As mentioned above, the interconnection control method between the air conditioner and the sweeping robot in any of the above embodiments is described from the perspective of the interconnection control device 50, that is, the interconnection control device 50 performs the relevant steps. In a specific embodiment, the interconnection control device 50 is data-connected to the air conditioner and the sweeping robot, and it can be equipped with network-side devices such as servers and cloud devices to obtain various data of the set space through the network, and realize relevant adjustments by remotely sending commands to the air conditioner and the sweeping robot.

[0181] The interconnected control device 50 can also be various centralized control equipment, arranged in a designated space, to control air conditioners and sweepers. The data connection methods between the interconnected control device 50 and the air conditioner and sweeper include, but are not limited to, wireless transmission, infrared transmission, and ultrasonic transmission.

[0182] In some embodiments, the interconnected control device 50 may also be part of the air conditioner, located inside the air conditioner, and connected to the air conditioner's own controller. For example, the air conditioner may have a dedicated interconnected control device inside, which works in conjunction with a controller dedicated to performing component control.

[0183] The present invention also provides an air conditioner. Figure 7This is a schematic structural block diagram of an air conditioner according to an embodiment of the present invention. The air conditioner 1 of the present invention includes a first humidification device 20 and an interconnection control device 50 as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0184] In some embodiments, see Figure 2 and Figure 3 The indoor unit casing 10 has a humidifying air duct 11 formed above the cavity 12. The water tank 30 is configured to move in a controlled vertical direction, so that it is in a first state when it moves upward into the humidifying air duct 11 and in a second state when it moves downward onto the sweeper 2. That is, the water tank 30 only needs to move vertically to switch between its first and second states, which is simple and easy to implement.

[0185] Furthermore, the air conditioner 1 also includes a water tank drive device 40, which is used to controllably drive the water storage tank 30 to move up and down, so as to automatically adjust the state of the water storage tank 30 through the water tank drive device 40, which facilitates intelligent control.

[0186] Specifically, the water tank drive device 40 is used to controllably drive the water storage tank 30 to move linearly in the vertical direction, thereby simplifying the structure of the water tank drive device 40.

[0187] In some embodiments, the water tank drive device 40 includes a first drive motor 41, a first gear transmission mechanism 42, and a rack 43 that are connected in sequence.

[0188] A rack 43 is formed on the outer wall of the water storage tank 30 or fixedly connected to the water storage tank 30 so as to move synchronously with the water storage tank 30. Furthermore, the rack 43 extends in the vertical direction so as to drive the water storage tank 30 to move vertically when the rack 43 moves vertically.

[0189] The first gear transmission mechanism 42 is used to transmit the driving force generated by the first drive motor 41 to the rack 43, so that the rack 43 drives the water storage tank 30 to move up and down.

[0190] Specifically, the first gear transmission mechanism 42 may include at least one gear.

[0191] Specifically, the first drive motor 41 and the first gear transmission mechanism 42 can be located inside the housing 10 and outside the water storage tank 30.

[0192] In some embodiments, the first humidification device 20 includes a humidification roller 21 configured to rotate controlled within the water tank 30 when the water tank 30 is in a first state, and to carry water out of the water tank 30 during its rotation, thereby using the carried-out water to humidify the airflow flowing through the humidification roller 21 in the humidification duct 11.

[0193] Furthermore, the top of the water storage tank 30 is open. When the airflow in the humidifying duct 11 flows through the rotating humidifying roller 21 inside the water storage tank 30, it comes into contact with the water carried out by the humidifying roller 21. The flowing airflow carries away some of the moisture, increasing the humidity and forming humidified airflow. Moreover, the flowing airflow may contain impurities such as dust. When the airflow comes into contact with the water, the dust and other impurities dissolve at least partially in the water. The water that is not carried away by the airflow returns to the water storage tank 30, thus achieving the purpose of airflow purification.

[0194] For the first humidifying device 20 that uses a drum for humidification, the humidifying drum 21 does not have water storage capacity. Therefore, the water storage tank 30 not only provides the water source for humidification, but also forms an indispensable part of the first humidifying device 20 to achieve its humidification function. That is, when the first humidifying device 20 humidifies the airflow in the humidifying duct 11, the water storage tank 30 must be in the first state located within the humidifying duct 11.

[0195] It is understandable that the humidifying roller 21 can move synchronously with the water storage tank 30, or it can remain stationary with the water storage tank 30.

[0196] In some embodiments, the first humidification device 20 further includes a second drive motor 22 and a second gear transmission mechanism 23.

[0197] The second drive motor 22 is fixedly installed inside the housing 10. That is, the second drive motor 22 will not move with the movement of the water tank 30, so as to facilitate the arrangement of electrical connection wires and avoid messy electrical connection wires.

[0198] The second gear transmission mechanism 23 is connected to the second drive motor 22 to transmit the driving force generated by the second drive motor 22. The second gear transmission mechanism 23 and the second drive motor 22 always maintain a transmission connection, therefore, the second gear transmission mechanism 23 will not move with the movement of the water storage tank 30.

[0199] The humidifying roller 21 is disposed inside the water storage tank 30 and moves synchronously with the water storage tank 30, so that when the water storage tank 30 moves to its first state, the humidifying roller 21 is connected to the second gear transmission mechanism 23 for transmission, and when the water storage tank 30 moves to its second state, the humidifying roller 21 is separated from the second gear transmission mechanism 23.

[0200] Specifically, the humidifying roller 21 is rotatably supported inside the water tank 30, with the tank wall of the water tank 30 providing support for the humidifying roller 21. Therefore, the humidifying roller 21 can move synchronously with the movement of the water tank 30. When the water tank 30 moves to its first state, the humidifying roller 21 is connected to the second gear transmission mechanism 23, and the driving force of the second drive motor 22 is transmitted to the humidifying roller 21 through the second gear transmission mechanism 23, thereby driving the humidifying roller 21 to rotate. When the water tank 30 moves to its second state, the humidifying roller 21 is separated from the second gear transmission mechanism 23, and the humidifying roller 21 no longer rotates due to the lack of driving force.

[0201] In some alternative embodiments, the humidifying roller 21 may not move synchronously with the water tank 30. In this case, the humidifying roller 21 can be supported by a support structure outside the water tank 30. When the water tank 30 moves to its first state, the humidifying roller 21 is housed within it. When the second drive motor 22 is activated to rotate the humidifying roller 21, it can carry water out of the water tank 30. When the water tank 30 moves to its second state, the humidifying roller 21 is outside the water tank 30. Even if the humidifying roller 21 rotates, it will not carry water out of the water tank 30 and will not provide any humidification effect. Therefore, the second drive motor 22 will not be activated in this state.

[0202] Figure 8 yes Figure 4 A schematic enlarged view of part A. In some embodiments, a water inlet 31 is provided at the bottom of the water tank 30, and a water inlet switch 32 is provided at the water inlet 31. The water inlet switch 32 is configured to open the water inlet 31 when the water tank 30 is in the second state to allow water in the water tank 30 to flow out through the water inlet 31 to the second humidification device 201 of the sweeper 2, and to block the water inlet 31 after the water tank 30 moves upward from the second state to prevent water in the water tank 30 from flowing out through the water inlet 31.

[0203] It should be noted that the water supply switch 32 can be a mechanical switch, which opens or closes the water supply port 31 through the interaction of mechanical structures. The water supply switch 32 can also be an electrically controlled switch, which opens or closes the water supply port 31 in a controlled manner.

[0204] In some embodiments, participate Figure 8 The water supply switch 32 may specifically include a base 321, a top rod 322, and a valve plate 323.

[0205] A base 321 is disposed at the bottom of the water storage tank 30 and covers the water inlet 31. A through hole 324 is provided in the middle of the base 321. Specifically, the base 321 can be located inside the water storage tank 30 to cover the water inlet 31 from the inside. In this case, the base 321 can be tightly fitted with the inner bottom wall of the water storage tank 30 around the water inlet 31 to prevent water in the water storage tank 30 from leaking through the interface between the base 321 and the inner bottom wall of the water storage tank 30. In other embodiments, the base 321 can also be located outside the water storage tank 30 to cover the water inlet 31 from the outside. In this case, the base 321 can be tightly fitted with the outer bottom wall of the water storage tank 30 around the water inlet 31 to prevent water in the water storage tank 30 from leaking through the interface between the base 321 and the outer bottom wall of the water storage tank 30.

[0206] The push rod 322 is configured to be movably inserted into the through hole 324 in the vertical direction. It is understood that a gap is formed between the push rod 322 and the wall of the through hole 324, which not only allows the push rod 322 to move smoothly along the through hole 324, but also allows water in the water storage tank 30 to flow through the gap.

[0207] The valve plate 323 is mounted on the top rod 322 and is located on the inner side of the base 321 facing the inside of the water storage tank 30.

[0208] The push rod 322 is configured to abut against the limiting protrusion 202 on the second humidification device 201 and move upward during the process of the water tank 30 switching from the first state to the second state, so that the valve plate 323 opens the through hole 324; and during the process of the water tank 30 switching from the second state to the first state, it moves downward under its own gravity and water pressure so that the valve plate 323 blocks the through hole 324.

[0209] During the transition from the first state to the second state of the water tank 30, the lower end of the push rod 322 abuts against the limiting protrusion 202 on the second humidification device 201. As the water tank 30 continues to move downward, the base 321 also moves downward, while the push rod 322 stops moving downward due to the abutment of the limiting protrusion 202. The push rod 322 is gradually lifted by the limiting protrusion 202, and the valve plate 323 on the push rod 322 gradually separates from the base 321, thereby opening the through hole 324. Water in the water tank 30 flows sequentially through the through hole 324 and the water inlet 31 to the second humidification device 201, achieving the purpose of replenishing water to the second humidification device 201.

[0210] During the process of switching the water storage tank 30 from the second state to the first state, the lower end of the push rod 322 gradually separates from the limiting protrusion 202. The upward pressure on the push rod 322 from the limiting protrusion 202 disappears. Under the pressure of the push rod 322's own weight and the water in the water storage tank 30 on the push rod 322 and the valve plate 323, the push rod 322 moves downward relative to the water storage tank 30 until the valve plate 323 is in contact with the base 321, thereby blocking the through hole 324 on the base 321 and preventing the water in the water storage tank 30 from continuing to flow out.

[0211] Specifically, the base 321 may have a raised edge 325 around the through hole 324 to form a sealing ring. The diameter of the valve plate 323 is larger than the diameter of the raised edge 325. When the water tank 30 is in the first state, the valve plate 323 tightly abuts against the raised edge 325, improving the sealing effect between the valve plate 323 and the base 321.

[0212] In some embodiments, a guide plate 14 is provided at the entrance 13. The guide plate 14 is configured to open the entrance 13 in a controlled manner when the sweeper 2 enters or exits the cavity 12. On the one hand, this ensures that the sweeper 2 can smoothly enter and exit the indoor unit housing 10. On the other hand, it also ensures that the indoor unit housing 10 has a relatively complete appearance when the sweeper 2 does not pass through the entrance 13, thereby improving its aesthetic effect.

[0213] Furthermore, the guide plate 14 is pivotally connected to the housing 10. The pivot axis 15 between the guide plate 14 and the housing 10 is located at the bottom of the inlet / outlet 13. That is, the guide plate 14 pivots up and down around its pivot axis. When the inlet / outlet 13 is blocked, the bottom of the guide plate 14 forms a fixed end connected to the pivot axis 15, and the top of the guide plate 14 forms a movable pivot end. The height of the pivot axis 15 is higher than the height of the bottom of the housing 10, so that when the inlet / outlet 13 is open, the guide plate 14 is tilted and supported on the ground, thereby allowing the sweeper 2 to enter and exit the cavity 12 along the guide plate 14.

[0214] That is, the present invention has a reasonable design through the opening and closing method of the guide plate 14, so that the guide plate 14 not only forms a cover for opening or blocking the entrance 13, but also guides the sweeper 2 to smoothly pass through the entrance 13 and enter and exit the machine housing 10 when the entrance 13 is open, thus playing a good guiding role.

[0215] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0216] Those skilled in the art should also understand that the terms "upper," "lower," "front," "back," "top," and "bottom," etc., used to indicate orientation or positional relationship in the embodiments of the present invention are based on the actual usage state of the air conditioner. These terms are only for the purpose of describing and understanding the technical solution of the present invention, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or device referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention.

[0217] Therefore, those skilled in the art should recognize that although numerous exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described in detail herein, many other variations or modifications conforming to the principles of the present invention can be directly determined or derived from the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Thus, the scope of the present invention should be understood and construed as covering all such other variations or modifications.

Claims

1. A method for interconnecting and controlling an air conditioner and a sweeping robot, wherein the air conditioner and the sweeping robot are located in the same indoor environment space, the air conditioner has a first humidification device for humidifying airflow, and the sweeping robot has a second humidification device; and The interconnection control method includes: To detect whether multiple human bodies are present in the indoor environment; If so, then obtain the ambient humidity value in the indoor environment and the preset comfortable humidity value corresponding to each human body in the indoor environment; The minimum preset comfortable humidity value is selected from the set of preset comfortable humidity values ​​corresponding to all human bodies in the indoor environment. Determine whether the ambient humidity value is higher than the minimum preset comfortable humidity value; and If so, the indoor environment is first dehumidified, and then the target locations of other people in the indoor environment, except for the human body corresponding to the minimum preset comfortable humidity value, are humidified through the first humidification device and / or the second humidification device.

2. The interconnection control method according to claim 1, wherein... The steps for obtaining the preset comfort humidity value for each human body in the indoor environment include: Obtain the human characteristic information of each human body in the indoor environment; Identify the identity information of each individual based on their described human characteristics; as well as Find the humidity value that matches the identity information of each person in the preset human body comfort humidity table, and use it as the preset comfort humidity value for that person.

3. The interconnection control method according to claim 1, wherein... The steps for dehumidifying the indoor environment include: Start the dehumidification mode of the air conditioner; Obtain the ambient humidity value in the indoor environment space again; as well as If the ambient humidity value obtained again reaches the minimum preset comfortable humidity value, the dehumidification mode of the air conditioner will be stopped.

4. The interconnection control method according to claim 1, wherein The air conditioner also has a humidifying air outlet for allowing the humidified airflow to flow out; in The step of humidifying the target location using the first humidifying device and / or the second humidifying device includes: If the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, then the first humidifier is used to humidify the target location; as well as If the target location is outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, the second humidifier is used to humidify the target location.

5. The interconnection control method according to claim 4, wherein The step of determining whether the target location is within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet includes: Obtain the maximum air delivery distance of the humidifier air outlet and the range of the air delivery angle of the humidifier air outlet in the horizontal plane; Draw a sector-shaped area with the humidification air outlet as the center, the maximum air delivery distance as the radius, and the air delivery angle range as the central angle; If the target location is within the fan-shaped area, then the target location is determined to be within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet; and If the target location is outside the fan-shaped area, then the location of the target area is determined to be outside the air supply range of the humidification outlet.

6. The interconnection control method according to claim 4, wherein The air conditioner includes an indoor unit housing and a water storage tank disposed inside the indoor unit housing for holding water; a cavity is formed inside the indoor unit housing at its lower end, and an inlet / outlet communicating with the cavity is provided on the indoor unit housing to allow the sweeping robot to enter and exit the cavity through the inlet / outlet; the water storage tank is configured to be movably disposed inside the indoor unit housing, and has a first state for providing a water source for the first humidification device, and a second state for being supported on the sweeping robot to provide a water source for the second humidification device; in The step of humidifying the target location using the second humidifying device includes: When the sweeper is inside the cavity, the water tank is controlled to be in the second state, so that the water tank is supported on the sweeper; and Control the sweeper, along with the water tank, to move out of the cavity and into the casing of the indoor unit; The second humidifier is activated to perform a humidification operation on the target location; and The step of humidifying the target location using the first humidifying device includes: The water storage tank is controlled to be in the first state, and the first humidification device is activated to perform a humidification operation on the target location.

7. The interconnection control method according to claim 6, wherein... If part of the target locations are within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet and another part of the target locations are outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet, the interconnection control method further includes: The water storage tank is controlled to be in the first state; The first humidifier is activated to humidify the target location within the air supply range of the humidifier outlet; After the target location within the air supply range of the humidification outlet has been humidified, the water storage tank is controlled to be in the second state so that the water storage tank is supported on the sweeper. Control the sweeper, along with the water tank, to move out of the cavity and into the casing of the indoor unit; The second humidifier is activated to humidify the target location outside the air supply range of the humidifier outlet.

8. The interconnection control method according to claim 6, wherein Before controlling the water storage tank to be in the first state, the interconnection control method further includes: Check if the water storage tank is short of water; If not, then control the water storage tank to be in the first state; If so, when the sweeper is in the cavity, the water tank is adjusted to the second state so that the water tank is supported on the sweeper; Control the sweeper, along with the water tank, to move out of the cavity and into the casing of the indoor unit; The user is prompted to add water to the water storage tank.

9. The interconnection control method according to claim 6, wherein After the sweeping robot moves out of the cavity to the outside of the indoor unit casing, and before the second humidification device is activated, the interconnection control method further includes: Check if the water storage tank is short of water; If so, the user will be prompted to add water to the water tank; as well as If not, then activate the second humidifier.

10. An interconnection control device for an air conditioner and a sweeping robot, comprising: A processor and a memory, wherein the memory stores a machine-executable program, and the machine-executable program, when executed by the processor, is used to implement the interconnect control method according to any one of claims 1-9.

11. An air conditioner, comprising: The first humidification device is used to humidify the airflow; as well as The interconnected control device according to claim 10.

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