Outlet water temperature control device, outlet water temperature control method and water purifier

By designing the water temperature control device, the control module is used to adjust the flow, flow rate, and temperature of the water, the problem that the existing water purifier cannot accurately control the temperature of the warm water, and realize the precise control of the water outlet temperature and the improvement of the user experience.

CN119349670AInactive Publication Date: 2025-01-24GUANGDONG LIZI TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202411384681.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-30
Publication Date
2025-01-24
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Technical Problem

Existing water purifiers cannot accurately control the temperature of the warm water, resulting in unstable water temperature and affecting the user experience.

Method used

Design a water outlet temperature control device, including the water inlet module, filter module, control module, and water outlet module. By controlling the module to intelligently adjust the flow, flow rate, and temperature of the water, ensure that the water outlet temperature reaches the target temperature set by the user.

Benefits of technology

The precise control of the temperature of the water outlet is achieved, which improves the flexibility and convenience of users, and reduces the risk of burns caused by high water temperature or excessive water flow.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of water purification control, and discloses an outlet water temperature control device, an outlet water temperature control method and a water purifier.The device comprises a water inlet module connected with a filtering module and used for providing raw water; the filtering module is respectively connected with the water inlet module and the control module and is used for filtering the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module to obtain purified water, and the purified water flows out to the control module; the control module is respectively connected with the filtering module and the water outlet module and is used for controlling the flow direction and the flow speed of the purified water flowing out of the filtering module and controlling the temperature of the flowing-out purified water to be the target temperature; and the water outlet module is connected with the control module and is used for providing purified water reaching the target temperature. The water outlet temperature can be accurately controlled, so that a user can set the water outlet temperature according to the use requirement and then obtain the purified water at the required temperature, various brewing requirements are met, and the use experience of the user is improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of water purification control, and in particular to a water outlet temperature control device, a water outlet temperature control method and a water purifier. Background Art

[0002] In modern homes and commercial environments, clean and safe drinking water is one of the basic needs. As a key device to provide this need, the design and function of water purifiers are constantly evolving to meet the growing market demand. The main functions of traditional water purifiers are filtering and heating to ensure the purity of water and the supply of water at a suitable temperature.

[0003] Existing water purifier systems usually include the following basic components: booster pump, filter module, solenoid valve, heating tank, hot water pump and faucet. Its working principle is that tap water is first pressurized by the booster pump, then flows through the filter module to remove impurities and harmful substances, and the filtered water is stored in the heating tank and heated to the preset temperature by the built-in heating element. Users can get cold or hot water through the faucet, or get warm water by mixing cold and hot water.

[0004] Although the existing technology has met the basic needs of users to a certain extent, it has some obvious limitations and shortcomings: the existing technology cannot accurately control the temperature of warm water, which makes it difficult for users to obtain warm water of a specific temperature, which is particularly inconvenient when brewing certain beverages that have strict requirements on water temperature; the mixing temperature of warm water is easily affected by fluctuations in the inlet temperature of tap water and clogging of the filter element of the filter module, resulting in unstable water temperature; due to the lack of flexible temperature adjustment function, the user experience during use is limited, and the water temperature cannot be adjusted according to personal preferences or specific purposes. Summary of the invention

[0005] The present application proposes a water outlet temperature control device, a water outlet temperature control method and a water purifier, which aim to accurately control the water outlet temperature according to user needs, thereby improving the flexibility and convenience of users when using the product.

[0006] In a first aspect, the present application provides a water outlet temperature control device, comprising a water inlet module, a filter module, a control module and a water outlet module connected in sequence;

[0007] The water inlet module is connected to the filter module and is used to provide raw water;

[0008] The filtering module is connected to the water inlet module and the control module respectively, and is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module to obtain purified water and then flow it out to the control module;

[0009] The control module is connected to the filter module and the water outlet module respectively, and is used to control the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water flowing out of the filter module, and control the temperature of the purified water flowing out to be the target temperature;

[0010] The water outlet module is connected to the control module and is used to provide purified water reaching the target temperature.

[0011] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the filtration module includes a filtration unit and at least one booster pump;

[0012] The input end of the booster pump is connected to the output end of the water inlet module, and the output end of the booster pump is connected to the input end of the filter unit. The booster pump is used to provide the filter unit with the water pressure required for filtration;

[0013] The output end of the filter unit is connected to the input end of the control module, and is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module, and then flow the purified water obtained after filtration to the control module.

[0014] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the control module includes a first control unit and a second control unit;

[0015] The input end of the first control unit is connected to the output end of the filter module, and the output end of the first control unit is connected to the first input end of the water outlet module. The first control unit is used to heat the purified water and then flow the hot water to the water outlet module.

[0016] The input end of the second control unit is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the second control unit is connected to the second input end of the water outlet module, and the second control unit is used to flow the purified water as cold water to the water outlet module.

[0017] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the first control unit includes a first solenoid valve, a heating water tank and a hot water pump;

[0018] The input end of the first solenoid valve is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the first solenoid valve is connected to the input end of the heating water tank, and the first solenoid valve is used to control the water replenishment state of the heating water tank;

[0019] The output end of the heating water tank is connected to the input end of the hot water pump, and the heating water tank is used to heat the clean water and store the heated clean water;

[0020] The output end of the hot water pump is connected to the first input end of the water outlet module, and is used to flow the clean water in the heating water tank to the water outlet module and adjust the hot water outlet flow rate.

[0021] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the first control unit further includes a hot water temperature sensor, and the hot water temperature sensor is disposed in the heating water tank for monitoring the hot water temperature of the heating water tank in real time.

[0022] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the second control unit includes a regulating valve and a flow meter;

[0023] The input end of the regulating valve is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the regulating valve is connected to the input end of the flow meter, the output end of the flow meter is connected to the second input end of the water outlet module, the regulating valve is used to adjust the cold water outlet flow rate from the filter module to the water outlet module, and the flow meter is used to measure the cold water outlet flow rate from the filter module to the water outlet module in real time.

[0024] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the second control unit further includes a cold water temperature sensor, which is disposed between the filter module and the regulating valve and is used to monitor in real time the cold water temperature from the filter module to the water outlet module.

[0025] Optionally, in some embodiments of the present application, the control module further includes a third control unit, the input end of the third control unit is connected to the output end of the filtering module, and the output end of the third control unit is connected to the input end of the filtering module;

[0026] Among them, the third control unit includes a second solenoid valve and a check valve, the input end of the second solenoid valve is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the second solenoid valve is connected to the input end of the check valve, and the output end of the check valve is connected to the input end of the booster pump in the filter module; the third control unit is used to return excess clean water to the water inlet end of the filter module.

[0027] In a second aspect, the present application further provides a water outlet temperature control method, which is used in the water outlet temperature control device as described above, and the water outlet temperature control method comprises:

[0028] The raw water flowing out of the water inlet module is filtered by the filter module to obtain purified water which then flows out to the control module;

[0029] Controlling the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water flowing out of the filtration module through the control module, and controlling the temperature of the purified water to be a target temperature;

[0030] The water outlet module provides purified water reaching the target temperature.

[0031] In a third aspect, the present application also provides a water purifier, which includes the water outlet temperature control device described in the above item.

[0032] As described above, the present application provides a water outlet temperature control device, a water outlet temperature control method and a water purifier, the water outlet temperature control device includes a water inlet module, a filter module, a control module and a water outlet module connected in sequence; the water inlet module is connected to the filter module to provide raw water; the filter module is connected to the water inlet module and the control module respectively, and is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module, and then flow out to the control module after obtaining purified water; the control module is connected to the filter module and the water outlet module respectively, and is used to control the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water flowing out of the filter module, and control the temperature of the purified water flowing out to the target temperature; the water outlet module is connected to the control module to provide purified water reaching the target temperature. The present application can accurately control the water temperature in the heating water tank, as well as the water outlet temperature when mixing cold water and hot water, ensuring that users can set and obtain warm water of a specific temperature according to personal needs, greatly improving the flexibility and convenience of use; at the same time, by accurately controlling the temperature and flow rate of hot water, the risk of scalding caused by excessively high water temperature or excessively fast water flow is reduced, and the safety of use is improved. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0033] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

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[0035] Figure 1 A first schematic diagram of the outlet water temperature control device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0036] Figure 2 A second schematic diagram of the outlet water temperature control device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0037] Figure 3 A third schematic diagram of the outlet water temperature control device provided in an embodiment of the present application;

[0038] Figure 4 A flow chart of the outlet water temperature control method provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0039] Illustration: 10-water inlet module; 20-filter module; 30-control module; 40-water outlet module; 21-boosting pump; 22-filter unit; 31-first solenoid valve; 32-heating water pump; 33-hot water pump; 34-hot water temperature sensor; 35-regulating valve; 36-flow meter; 37-cold water temperature sensor; 38-second solenoid valve; 39-check valve. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0040] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0041] In addition, the described features, structures or characteristics may be combined in one or more embodiments in any suitable manner. In the following description, many specific details are provided to provide a full understanding of the embodiments of the present disclosure. However, those skilled in the art will appreciate that the technical solutions of the present disclosure may be practiced while omitting one or more of the specific details, or other methods, components, devices, steps, etc. may be adopted. In other cases, known structures, methods, devices, implementations, materials or operations are not shown or described in detail to avoid obscuring various aspects of the present disclosure.

[0042] In the present disclosure, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected", "connection" and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be an electrical connection, or it can communicate with each other; it can be directly connected, or it can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present disclosure can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0043] In addition, in the description of the present application, the meaning of "plurality" is at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically limited. "And / or" describes the association relationship of associated objects, indicating that three relationships may exist, such as A and / or B, which may indicate the existence of A alone, B alone, and the simultaneous existence of A and B. The symbol " / " generally indicates that the objects associated with each other are in an "or" relationship. The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features.

[0044] The embodiments of the present application are described in detail below, and the embodiments of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals throughout represent the same or similar elements or elements with the same or similar functions. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present application, and cannot be understood as limiting the present application.

[0045] See also Figure 1 , Figure 1 This is a first schematic diagram of the outlet water temperature control device provided in the embodiment of the present application. Figure 1 As shown, the outlet water temperature control device provided in the embodiment of the present application may specifically include a water inlet module 10, a filter module 20, a control module 30 and a water outlet module 40 connected in sequence;

[0046] The water inlet module 10 is connected to the filter module 20 and is used to provide raw water;

[0047] Specifically, the water inlet module 10 is mainly responsible for receiving and providing raw water, and is the starting point of the entire water purification system. The design of the water inlet module 10 must ensure that the raw water can be stably supplied to the filter module 20.

[0048] The filter module 20 is connected to the water inlet module 10 and the control module 30 respectively, and is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module 10 to obtain purified water and then flow out to the control module 30;

[0049] Specifically, the filter module 20 is composed of a filter unit 22 and at least one booster pump 21. The booster pump 21 receives raw water from the water inlet module 10 and provides sufficient pressure to push the water flow through the filter unit 22 to remove impurities and harmful substances and produce clean water.

[0050] The control module 30 is connected to the filter module 20 and the water outlet module 40, respectively, and is used to control the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water flowing out of the filter module 20, and to control the temperature of the purified water flowing out to be the target temperature;

[0051] Specifically, the control module 30 is responsible for controlling the flow direction, flow rate and temperature of the purified water. The control module 30 may specifically include a plurality of control units, which can adjust the mixing ratio of hot water and cold water, as well as the heating or cooling process according to the user's settings, to ensure that the outlet water temperature reaches the target temperature set by the user; and control the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water, for example, whether the purified water flows out of the cold water pipe or the hot water pipe at the set flow rate.

[0052] The water outlet module 40 is connected to the control module 30 and is used to provide purified water reaching the target temperature;

[0053] Specifically, the water outlet module 40, as the output end of the water purification system, provides purified water reaching the target temperature, ensuring that the user can easily obtain water of the required temperature, whether it is cold water, hot water or warm water. The water outlet module 40 in this embodiment may include a faucet.

[0054] It can be seen that the water outlet temperature control device provided in this embodiment can accurately adjust the water outlet temperature through the intelligent control of the control module to meet the user's needs for water of different temperatures, such as brewing beverages or cooking; the control module can adjust the supply of hot water according to actual needs to avoid unnecessary energy waste, thereby improving the energy efficiency of the system; users can easily set and obtain water of different temperatures according to their preferences and needs, thereby improving the user experience; the temperature and flow rate of hot water are accurately controlled to reduce the risk of scalding caused by excessively high water temperature or excessively fast water flow.

[0055] Optionally, in some embodiments, the filtration module 20 may specifically include a filtration unit 22 and at least one booster pump 21;

[0056] The input end of the booster pump 21 is connected to the output end of the water inlet module 10, and the output end of the booster pump 21 is connected to the input end of the filter unit 22. The booster pump 21 is used to provide the filter unit 22 with the water pressure required for filtration;

[0057] The output end of the filter unit 22 is connected to the input end of the control module 30 , and is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module 10 , and then flow the purified water obtained after filtration to the control module 30 .

[0058] Specifically, Figure 2 As shown, the filtration module 20 in this embodiment can specifically include a filtration unit 22 and at least one booster pump 21, which ensures that the raw water can obtain sufficient pressure before entering the filtration unit 22 to achieve an efficient filtration process. The input end of the booster pump 21 is connected to the output end of the water inlet module 10, and its output end is connected to the input end of the filtration unit 22. The core function of the booster pump 21 is to provide the necessary water pressure for the filtration unit 22, ensuring that the raw water can flow through the filter material at an appropriate pressure, thereby effectively removing impurities in the water. The output end of the filtration unit 22 is connected to the input end of the control module 30, which is responsible for filtering the pressurized water provided by the booster pump 21. The filtered clean water will flow into the control module 30 to prepare for subsequent temperature control and distribution.

[0059] In this embodiment, the pressure provided by the booster pump enables the filter unit to more effectively remove suspended matter, bacteria and other harmful substances in the water, providing a cleaner water source; precise pressure control helps to ensure that the filter material can fully play its role, thereby ensuring that the output clean water quality meets safety standards; the coordinated work of the booster pump and the filter unit provides a stable water pressure and flow rate for the entire outlet water temperature control device, reducing the system instability caused by water pressure fluctuations; the booster pump can automatically adjust the output pressure according to the different inlet water pressures, so that the system can adapt to various water source conditions, including low water pressure environments; the design of the booster pump can adjust the speed according to the actual water demand, avoiding energy waste caused by excessive pressurization, and improving the energy efficiency of the system. In addition, the speed of the booster pump can be intelligently adjusted according to the actual water demand and the feedback of the filter module, further improving the response speed and control accuracy of the system.

[0060] Optionally, in some embodiments, the control module may specifically include a first control unit and a second control unit;

[0061] The input end of the first control unit is connected to the output end of the filter module, and the output end of the first control unit is connected to the first input end of the water outlet module. The first control unit is used to heat the purified water and then flow the hot water to the water outlet module.

[0062] The input end of the second control unit is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the second control unit is connected to the second input end of the water outlet module, and the second control unit is used to flow the purified water as cold water to the water outlet module.

[0063] Specifically, the control module in this embodiment may include a first control unit and a second control unit, which work together and are responsible for the supply and regulation of hot water and cold water respectively; wherein the first control unit includes a first solenoid valve, a heating water tank and a hot water pump, and these components work together to achieve the heating, storage and distribution of hot water. The second control unit includes a regulating valve and a flow meter, which are responsible for the supply and flow rate control of cold water. Through the coordinated work of the first control unit and the second control unit, the system can accurately control the outlet water temperature according to the user's settings, whether it is hot water, cold water or warm water.

[0064] In this embodiment, through the independent and coordinated work of the two control units, the system can accurately adjust the supply ratio of hot water and cold water according to user needs and realize precise control of the outlet water temperature; by intelligently controlling the supply of hot water and cold water, unnecessary energy waste is avoided and the energy efficiency of the system is improved; users can easily set the outlet water temperature according to their needs, whether they need hot water, cold water or warm water of a specific temperature, it can be met, which improves the user experience; by intelligently controlling the speed of the booster pump and the water pump, the noise generated during the operation of the equipment is reduced, providing users with a quieter and more comfortable use environment; by optimizing the control strategy, the working pressure of the filter module and the heating water tank is reduced, which helps to extend their service life; the temperature and flow rate of hot water are precisely controlled to reduce the risk of scalding caused by excessive water temperature or excessively fast water flow.

[0065] Optionally, in some embodiments, the first control unit may specifically include a first solenoid valve 31, a heating water tank and a hot water pump 33;

[0066] The input end of the first solenoid valve 31 is connected to the output end of the filter module 20, and the output end of the first solenoid valve 31 is connected to the input end of the heating water tank. The first solenoid valve 31 is used to control the water replenishment state of the heating water tank;

[0067] The output end of the heating water tank is connected to the input end of the hot water pump 33, and the heating water tank is used to heat the purified water and store the heated purified water;

[0068] The output end of the hot water pump 33 is connected to the first input end of the water outlet module 40, and is used to flow the clean water in the heating water tank to the water outlet module 40 and adjust the hot water outlet flow rate.

[0069] Optionally, in some embodiments, the first control unit may further include a hot water temperature sensor 34, which is disposed in the heating water tank and is used to monitor the hot water temperature of the heating water tank in real time.

[0070] Specifically, Figure 2As shown, the first control unit in this embodiment may specifically include a first solenoid valve 31, a heating water tank, a hot water pump 33 and a hot water temperature sensor 34, wherein the first solenoid valve 31 is responsible for controlling the flow rate and time of clean water entering the heating water tank, ensuring that the heating water tank can be replenished with water in a timely manner according to demand; connected to the output end of the first solenoid valve 31, the heating water tank is responsible for storing and heating clean water, which is not only used to provide storage space for hot water, but also heats the water through a built-in heating element to reach a set temperature; the hot water pump 33 is connected to the output end of the heating water tank, and the hot water pump 33 is responsible for extracting water heated to an appropriate temperature from the heating water tank, and controlling the outlet flow rate of the hot water by adjusting its rotation speed to meet the usage requirements of different users; the hot water temperature sensor 34 is installed in the heating water tank, and is used to monitor and feedback the temperature of the hot water in real time, which is crucial to ensuring the accuracy of the outlet water temperature. The hot water temperature sensor 34 can provide instant temperature feedback so that the system can make corresponding adjustments.

[0071] This embodiment combines the real-time monitoring capability of the hot water temperature sensor with an intelligent control system to ensure that the outlet water temperature can accurately reach the target temperature set by the user; by accurately controlling the water replenishment status of the heating water tank and the speed of the hot water pump, the system can provide hot water according to actual needs and avoid energy waste; users can set the outlet water temperature according to personal preferences, and the system can respond quickly and provide hot water at the required temperature, improving the convenience and comfort of use; the speed adjustment function of the hot water pump can reduce the noise generated during equipment operation while meeting the use needs; accurately controlling the hot water temperature prevents the risk of scalding due to excessively high water temperature and improves safety of use.

[0072] Optionally, in some embodiments, the second control unit may specifically include a regulating valve 35 and a flow meter 36;

[0073] The input end of the regulating valve 35 is connected to the output end of the filter module 20, the output end of the regulating valve 35 is connected to the input end of the flow meter 36, the output end of the flow meter 36 is connected to the second input end of the water outlet module 40, the regulating valve 35 is used to adjust the cold water outlet flow rate from the filter module 20 to the water outlet module 40, and the flow meter 36 is used to measure the cold water outlet flow rate from the filter module 20 to the water outlet module 40 in real time.

[0074] Optionally, in some embodiments, the second control unit further includes a cold water temperature sensor 37 , which is disposed between the filter module 20 and the regulating valve 35 and is used to monitor the cold water temperature from the filter module 20 to the water outlet module 40 in real time.

[0075] Specifically, Figure 2As shown, the second control unit in this embodiment may specifically include a regulating valve 35, a flow meter 36 and a cold water temperature sensor 37. The regulating valve 35, as a part of the second control unit, is responsible for regulating the cold water outlet flow rate from the filter module 20 to the water outlet module 40. The regulating valve 35 can adjust the opening of the valve plate according to the user's setting or the automatic control of the system, thereby controlling the flow rate of the cold water; the flow meter 36 is connected to the output end of the regulating valve 35, and the flow meter 36 is responsible for real-time monitoring of the cold water outlet flow rate from the filter module 20 to the water outlet module 40, wherein the data of the flow meter 36 can be fed back to the control system for adjusting and optimizing the entire water outlet temperature control process. The cold water temperature sensor 37 is installed between the filter module 20 and the regulating valve 35 for real-time monitoring of the temperature of the cold water. This sensor is crucial to ensure the temperature accuracy of the cold water before mixing, and is used to provide instant temperature feedback so that the system can make corresponding adjustments.

[0076] In this embodiment, the flow rate of cold water can be adjusted as needed by setting a regulating valve to ensure the accuracy of the cold water flow before mixing with hot water; real-time flow data is provided by setting a flow meter, so that the system can be dynamically adjusted according to these data to meet the user's precise water outlet temperature requirements; by accurately controlling the flow rate and temperature of cold water, the system can avoid unnecessary energy waste and improve overall energy efficiency; users can set the outlet water temperature according to personal needs, and the system can quickly respond and provide water of the required temperature according to the actual flow rate and temperature of cold water and hot water, thereby improving the convenience and comfort of use; users only need to set the required temperature, and the system can automatically adjust the mixing ratio of cold water and hot water; by intelligently controlling the regulating valve and flow meter, the noise generated during the operation of the equipment can be reduced while meeting the use requirements; through intelligent control, the equipment is prevented from running at high intensity for a long time, which helps to extend the service life of the regulating valve and flow meter; the temperature and flow rate of cold water are accurately controlled to prevent discomfort caused by inappropriate water temperature.

[0077] Optionally, in some embodiments, the control module 30 may further include a third control unit, the input end of the third control unit is connected to the output end of the filter module 20, and the output end of the third control unit is connected to the input end of the filter module 20;

[0078] Among them, the third control unit includes a second solenoid valve 38 and a check valve 39, the input end of the second solenoid valve 38 is connected to the output end of the filter module 20, the output end of the second solenoid valve 38 is connected to the input end of the check valve 39, and the output end of the check valve 39 is connected to the input end of the boost pump 21 in the filter module 20; the third control unit is used to return excess clean water to the water inlet end of the filter module 20.

[0079] Specifically, Figure 3As shown, the control module 30 in this embodiment may further include a third control unit, which is a further innovation of the outlet water temperature control device and involves the reflux treatment of excess purified water. In order to solve the problem of increased pressure buildup noise caused by excessive water production from the filter module 20, in addition to reducing the noise by reducing the speed of the booster pump 21, Figure 3 As shown, the present embodiment adds a third control unit, including a second solenoid valve 38 and a check valve 39. When the filter module 20 produces too much water, the second solenoid valve 38 opens, and the excess purified water returns to the water inlet end. This not only avoids the noise caused by excessive water pressure before the flow regulating valve 35, but also reduces the filtering pressure of the filter module 20 after the purified water returns to the water inlet end, which is beneficial to extending the service life of the filter module 20.

[0080] In a specific embodiment, the third control unit includes a second solenoid valve 38 and a check valve 39, which work together to achieve reflux control of the clean water. The input end of the second solenoid valve 38 is connected to the output end of the filter module 20, and its output end is connected to the input end of the check valve 39. When the water production rate of the filter module 20 exceeds the water outlet flow rate of the water outlet module 40, the second solenoid valve 38 will open to allow excess clean water to flow back. The output end of the check valve 39 is connected to the input end of the booster pump 21 in the filter module 20 to ensure that the clean water can only flow in one direction and avoid the backflow of clean water to damage the booster pump 21. The third control unit can intelligently control the opening and closing of the second solenoid valve 38 according to the real-time working state of the system, thereby adjusting the reflux of the clean water and maintaining the stable operation of the system.

[0081] This embodiment avoids the noise caused by excessive water pressure before the flow regulating valve by controlling the backflow of excess clean water, thereby improving the user experience; the use of the check valve prevents the potential damage of the booster pump to the backflow of clean water, ensuring the long-term stable operation of the system; the working pressure of the filter module and the booster pump is reduced, which helps to extend the service life of these key components; by intelligently controlling the backflow of clean water, unnecessary energy waste is avoided and the energy efficiency of the system is improved; the intelligent control of the system reduces noise and equipment wear, providing users with a quieter and more reliable use environment; the design of the third control unit enables the water outlet temperature control device to adapt to different water demand and water pressure conditions, with good adaptability and flexibility; the flow direction and backflow of clean water are accurately controlled to avoid safety hazards caused by excessive system pressure.

[0082] In a specific embodiment, the outlet water temperature control device provided in this embodiment comprises a booster pump, a filter module, a first solenoid valve, a flow regulating valve, a heating water tank, a hot water pump, a faucet, a flow meter, a cold water temperature sensor, a heating water tank temperature sensor and a plurality of pipelines. The output end of the booster pump is connected to the input end of the filter module, and the purified water output by the filter module is divided into two paths, one path enters the heating water tank after passing through the solenoid valve, and the other path flows out from the faucet after passing through the flow regulating valve and the flow meter. The outlet of the heating water tank passes through the hot water pump to pump the water in the tank to the faucet to flow out. The cold water temperature sensor is installed in the cold water pipeline, and the heating water tank temperature sensor is installed in the heating water tank. The booster pump provides the filter module with the water pressure required for filtration, and the speed of the booster pump is adjusted to adjust the water flow rate of the filter module. The solenoid valve can control the water supply to the heating water tank and stop the water supply by opening and closing. The heating water tank can heat the purified water and store hot water. The cold water temperature sensor can monitor the cold water temperature in real time. The temperature sensor of the heating water tank can monitor the water temperature in the water tank in real time. The hot water pump can pump the water in the heating water tank to the tap. The hot water outlet flow rate can be adjusted by adjusting the speed of the hot water pump. The flow regulating valve can adjust the cold water outlet flow rate of the filter module to the tap by adjusting the opening of the valve. The flow meter can monitor the cold water outlet flow rate of the purified cold water to the tap in real time.

[0083] In summary, the outlet water temperature control device provided in the embodiment of the present application is used to provide raw water by setting a water inlet module connected to a filter module; by setting a filter module to be connected to the water inlet module and the control module respectively, it is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module, and then flow out to the control module after obtaining purified water; by setting a control module to be connected to the filter module and the water outlet module respectively, it is used to control the flow direction of the purified water flowing out of the filter module, and control the temperature of the purified water flowing out to the target temperature; by setting the water outlet module to be connected to the control module, it is used to provide purified water reaching the target temperature. The embodiment of the present application can accurately control the water temperature in the heating water tank, as well as the outlet water temperature when mixing cold water and hot water, ensuring that users can set and obtain warm water of a specific temperature according to personal needs, greatly improving the flexibility and convenience of use; at the same time, by accurately controlling the temperature and flow rate of hot water, the risk of scalding caused by excessively high water temperature or excessively fast water flow is reduced, and the safety of use is improved.

[0084] Correspondingly, this embodiment also provides a method for controlling an outlet water temperature, wherein the meanings of the terms are the same as those in the above-mentioned outlet water temperature control device, and the specific implementation details may refer to the description in the device embodiment.

[0085] See also Figure 4 , Figure 4The flow chart of the outlet water temperature control method provided in this embodiment is as follows. The outlet water temperature control method is used in the outlet water temperature control device described in any of the above embodiments. The specific contents of the outlet water temperature control device can be referred to above and will not be described here.

[0086] like Figure 4 As shown, the outlet water temperature control method provided in the embodiment of the present application includes the following steps:

[0087] S1. Filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module through the filter module to obtain purified water and then flow it out to the control module;

[0088] Specifically, for step S1, the first step is to use the filter module to filter the raw water provided by the water inlet module. This step ensures the quality and safety of the purified water and lays the foundation for subsequent temperature control.

[0089] S2, controlling the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water flowing out of the filtration module through the control module, and controlling the temperature of the purified water to be the target temperature;

[0090] Specifically, in step S2, the filtered clean water flows into the control module, which is responsible for controlling the flow direction and temperature of the clean water, including controlling the supply of hot water and cold water respectively through the first control unit and the second control unit according to the target temperature set by the user.

[0091] S3, providing purified water reaching the target temperature through the water outlet module;

[0092] Specifically, for step S3, the control module uses the data collected by the hot water temperature sensor and the cold water temperature sensor to intelligently adjust the hot water pump and the regulating valve to achieve precise temperature control, including calculating and adjusting the flow rates of hot water and cold water according to the specific heat capacity formula and the principle of conservation of energy transfer to achieve the desired mixing temperature.

[0093] The outlet water temperature control method also includes intelligent control processes, such as automatic water replenishment, heating, temperature monitoring and adjustment, to ensure the accuracy and stability of the outlet water temperature.

[0094] In a specific embodiment, the water outlet temperature control method provided in this embodiment has the following specific implementation process: the booster pump starts, the filter module works, the first solenoid valve opens to replenish water for the heating water tank, and the booster pump stops after the water is filled, the filter module stops working, and the first solenoid valve is closed; the heating water tank starts heating, and the water temperature is detected in real time by the heating water tank temperature sensor. When the water temperature in the tank is heated to the set temperature TH, the heating is stopped; when the user needs to use hot water with a temperature of TH, the hot water pump starts, and hot water with a temperature of TH flows out from the faucet; when the user needs to use cold water, the booster pump starts, the filter module works, the flow regulating valve opens, and cold water flows directly out from the faucet.

[0095] In addition, when the cold water flow rate required for the system to output water is low, the system reduces the speed of the booster pump and reduces the water production flow rate of the filter module, which can reduce working noise.

[0096] In summary, the outlet water temperature control method provided in the embodiment of the present application is to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module through the filter module, obtain purified water and then flow it out to the control module; control the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water flowing out of the filter module through the control module, and control the temperature of the purified water to the target temperature; and provide purified water reaching the target temperature through the water outlet module. The embodiment of the present application can accurately control the water temperature in the heating water tank and the outlet water temperature when mixing cold water and hot water, ensuring that users can set and obtain warm water of a specific temperature according to personal needs, greatly improving the flexibility and convenience of use; at the same time, by accurately controlling the temperature and flow rate of hot water, the risk of scalding caused by excessively high water temperature or excessively fast water flow is reduced, and the safety of use is improved.

[0097] The embodiment of the present application also provides a water purifier. The water purifier provided in the embodiment of the present application includes a water outlet temperature control device. The water outlet temperature control device is as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0098] The water purifier provided in the embodiment of the present application is used to provide raw water by setting a water inlet module connected to a filter module; by setting a filter module connected to the water inlet module and the control module respectively, it is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module, and then flow out to the control module after obtaining purified water; by setting a control module connected to the filter module and the water outlet module respectively, it is used to control the flow direction of the purified water flowing out of the filter module, and control the temperature of the purified water flowing out to the target temperature; by setting the water outlet module connected to the control module, it is used to provide purified water reaching the target temperature. The embodiment of the present application can accurately control the water temperature in the heating water tank, as well as the outlet water temperature when mixing cold water and hot water, ensuring that users can set and obtain warm water of a specific temperature according to personal needs, greatly improving the flexibility and convenience of use; at the same time, by accurately controlling the temperature and flow rate of hot water, the risk of scalding caused by excessively high water temperature or excessively fast water flow is reduced, and the safety of use is improved.

[0099] It should be noted that the above description of the implementation manner and beneficial effects of the water outlet temperature control device is also applicable to the water purifier of this embodiment.

[0100] Any process or method description in a flowchart or otherwise described herein may be understood to represent a module, segment or portion of code that includes one or more executable instructions for implementing the steps of a specific logical function or process, and the scope of the preferred embodiments of the present application includes alternative implementations in which functions may not be performed in the order shown or discussed, including performing functions in a substantially simultaneous manner or in the reverse order depending on the functions involved, which should be understood by technicians in the technical field to which the embodiments of the present application belong.

[0101] In addition, each functional module in each embodiment of the present application may be integrated into one processing module, or each module may exist physically separately, or two or more modules may be integrated into one module.

[0102] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "illustrative embodiments", "examples", "specific examples" or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or examples in a suitable manner.

[0103] Although the embodiments of the present application have been shown and described above, it can be understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and cannot be understood as limitations on the present application. The scope of the present application is defined by the claims and their equivalents. Ordinary technicians in this field may change, modify, replace and modify the above implementation methods within the scope of the present application.

[0104] The above disclosure is only the preferred embodiment of the present application, which certainly cannot be used to limit the scope of rights of the present application. Therefore, equivalent changes made according to the claims of the present application are still within the scope covered by the present application.

Claims

1. A water outlet temperature control device, characterized in that: It includes a water inlet module, a filter module, a control module and a water outlet module which are connected in sequence; The water inlet module is connected to the filter module and is used to provide raw water; The filtering module is connected to the water inlet module and the control module respectively, and is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module to obtain purified water and then flow it out to the control module; The control module is connected to the filter module and the water outlet module respectively, and is used to control the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water flowing out of the filter module, and control the temperature of the purified water flowing out to be the target temperature; The water outlet module is connected to the control module and is used to provide purified water reaching the target temperature.

2. The outlet water temperature control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The filtration module includes a filtration unit and at least one booster pump; The input end of the booster pump is connected to the output end of the water inlet module, and the output end of the booster pump is connected to the input end of the filter unit. The booster pump is used to provide the filter unit with the water pressure required for filtration; The output end of the filter unit is connected to the input end of the control module, and is used to filter the raw water flowing out of the water inlet module, and then flow the purified water obtained after filtration to the control module.

3. The outlet water temperature control device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control module includes a first control unit and a second control unit; The input end of the first control unit is connected to the output end of the filter module, and the output end of the first control unit is connected to the first input end of the water outlet module. The first control unit is used to heat the purified water and then flow the hot water to the water outlet module. The input end of the second control unit is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the second control unit is connected to the second input end of the water outlet module, and the second control unit is used to flow the purified water as cold water to the water outlet module.

4. The outlet water temperature control device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first control unit includes a first solenoid valve, a heating water tank and a hot water pump; The input end of the first solenoid valve is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the first solenoid valve is connected to the input end of the heating water tank, and the first solenoid valve is used to control the water replenishment state of the heating water tank; The output end of the heating water tank is connected to the input end of the hot water pump, and the heating water tank is used to heat the clean water and store the heated clean water; The output end of the hot water pump is connected to the first input end of the water outlet module, and is used to flow the clean water in the heating water tank to the water outlet module and adjust the hot water outlet flow rate.

5. The outlet water temperature control device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first control unit also includes a hot water temperature sensor, which is disposed in the heating water tank and is used to monitor the hot water temperature of the heating water tank in real time.

6. The outlet water temperature control device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second control unit includes a regulating valve and a flow meter; The input end of the regulating valve is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the regulating valve is connected to the input end of the flow meter, the output end of the flow meter is connected to the second input end of the water outlet module, the regulating valve is used to adjust the cold water outlet flow rate from the filter module to the water outlet module, and the flow meter is used to measure the cold water outlet flow rate from the filter module to the water outlet module in real time.

7. The outlet water temperature control device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second control unit also includes a cold water temperature sensor, which is disposed between the filter module and the regulating valve and is used to monitor in real time the temperature of cold water flowing from the filter module to the water outlet module.

8. The outlet water temperature control device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The control module further comprises a third control unit, the input end of the third control unit is connected to the output end of the filtering module, and the output end of the third control unit is connected to the input end of the filtering module; Among them, the third control unit includes a second solenoid valve and a check valve, the input end of the second solenoid valve is connected to the output end of the filter module, the output end of the second solenoid valve is connected to the input end of the check valve, and the output end of the check valve is connected to the input end of the booster pump in the filter module; the third control unit is used to return excess clean water to the water inlet end of the filter module.

9. A method for controlling outlet water temperature, used in the outlet water temperature control device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: The outlet water temperature control method comprises: The raw water flowing out of the water inlet module is filtered by the filter module to obtain purified water which then flows out to the control module; Controlling the flow direction and flow rate of the purified water flowing out of the filtration module through the control module, and controlling the temperature of the purified water to be a target temperature; The water outlet module provides purified water reaching the target temperature.

10. A water purifier, characterized in that: It comprises the water outlet temperature control device according to any one of claims 1 to 8.

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