Air outlet control method, layout method, air outlet structure, air conditioner, storage medium and computer program product

Abstract

The invention relates to an air outlet control method, a layout method, an air outlet structure, an air conditioner, a storage medium and a computer program product, and the method comprises the following steps: a first obtaining step: obtaining preference information which is set by each user in a target space unit and is related to an operation mode of the air conditioner, wherein the preference information set by each user can represent the thermal comfort demand of the user; the second obtaining step is used for obtaining the temperature difference between the environment temperature of the target space unit and the set temperature of the air conditioner; and the control step is used for controlling operation of the multiple air outlets according to the preference information and the temperature difference. Therefore, the respective thermal comfort requirements of a plurality of users with different thermal comfort requirements in the same target space unit can be met at the same time through the plurality of air outlets formed in the same target space unit.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of air conditioners, and in particular to an air outlet control method, a layout method, an air outlet structure, an air conditioner, a storage medium, and a computer program product. Background Art

[0002] In the related art, the air conditioner is only provided with a single air outlet in the room, so that air can only be blown out from the single air outlet. For this type of air conditioner, the user can control the airflow direction by changing the up and down angles of the blinds.

[0003] However, a single air outlet allows air to be blown out from only one place, forming a relatively single airflow path in the room, making it impossible to simultaneously meet the thermal comfort needs of multiple users with different thermal comfort needs in the same room, such as heat-sensitive users (who require strong cooling) and cold-sensitive users (who require weak cooling).

[0004] Therefore, how to simultaneously meet the thermal comfort needs of multiple users with different thermal comfort needs in the same target space unit is one of the urgent problems to be solved. Summary of the invention

[0005] In view of this, the present disclosure proposes an air outlet control method, a layout method, an air outlet structure, an air conditioner, a storage medium and a computer program product, so that the thermal comfort needs of multiple users with different thermal comfort needs in the same target space unit can be simultaneously met through multiple air outlets arranged in the same target space unit.

[0006] According to a first aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided an air outlet control method, which is applied to an air conditioner, wherein the air conditioner is provided with a plurality of air outlets in a target space unit, the air outlet control method comprising: a first acquisition step, for acquiring preference information related to an operation mode of the air conditioner set by each user in the target space unit, wherein the preference information set by each user can characterize the thermal comfort demand of the user; a second acquisition step, for acquiring the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit and the set temperature of the air conditioner; and a control step, for controlling the operation of the plurality of air outlets according to the preference information and the temperature difference.

[0007] In a possible implementation, the first acquisition step includes: displaying an information setting screen for setting the preference information on a display device; and acquiring the preference information set by each user on the information setting screen.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the information setting screen includes a first area displaying a plurality of preference options for user selection, wherein each preference option corresponds to an operating mode of the air conditioner, and accordingly, the preference options selected by each user from the first area are obtained as the preference information set by the user.

[0009] In a possible implementation, the second acquisition step includes: measuring the ambient temperature of the target space unit using a temperature sensor; acquiring the set temperature of the air conditioner; and calculating the temperature difference between the measured ambient temperature and the acquired set temperature.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the control step includes: determining a first number of air outlets to be opened among the multiple air outlets based on the temperature difference; selecting a first number of air outlets closest to each user from the multiple air outlets as target air outlets; opening only the target air outlets among the multiple air outlets while keeping the other air outlets closed; and controlling the air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the target air outlet based on the preference information.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is controlled according to the preference information, including: determining the target air outlet speed according to the preference information; judging whether the first number is equal to 1 or greater than 1; if it is judged that the first number is equal to 1, setting the air outlet speed of the target air outlet to the target air outlet speed; if the first number is greater than 1, setting the air outlet speed of each of the target air outlets so that the air outlet speed under the joint action of the target air outlets is the target air outlet speed.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the air outlet temperature of the target air outlet is controlled according to the preference information, including: since the setting of the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is completed, the ambient temperature of the target space unit in each temperature collection cycle is collected, and the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set according to the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0013] In a possible implementation, the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set according to the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, including: calculating the absolute value of the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle; judging whether the absolute value is greater than a first threshold value; if it is judged that the absolute value is greater than the first threshold value, setting the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle to a first target set temperature, wherein the first target set temperature is less than the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0014] In a possible implementation, the first target set temperature is calculated using the following formula:

[0015] Tset1(i)=Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT, wherein Tset1(i) represents the first target set temperature, Tset(i-1) represents the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, γ represents the heat load correction coefficient in the target space unit, and ΔT represents the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0016] In a possible implementation, γ is greater than or equal to 0.1 and less than or equal to 10.

[0017] In a possible implementation, the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set according to the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, and also includes: if it is judged that the absolute value is not greater than the first threshold, further judging whether the absolute value is greater than the second threshold; if it is judged that the absolute value is greater than the second threshold, setting the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle to the second target set temperature, wherein the second target set temperature is less than the first target set temperature, and the second threshold is less than the first threshold.

[0018] In one possible implementation, the following formula is used to calculate the second target set temperature: Tset2(i) = Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT / (Th1-Th2), wherein Tset2(i) represents the second target set temperature, Tset(i-1) represents the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, γ represents the heat load correction coefficient in the target space unit, ΔT represents the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, Th1 represents the first threshold value, Th2 represents the second threshold value, and Th2 is greater than 1.

[0019] In a possible implementation, Th1 is equal to 6, and Th2 is equal to 2.

[0020] In a possible implementation, the air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the target air outlet is controlled according to the preference information, and also includes: if it is judged that the absolute value is not greater than the second threshold, further judging whether the absolute value is greater than 1; if it is judged that the absolute value is greater than 1, maintaining the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle as the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0021] In a possible implementation, controlling the air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the target air outlet according to the preference information also includes: if it is judged that the absolute value is not greater than 1, further judging whether the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is the minimum wind speed; if it is judged that the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is not the minimum wind speed, setting the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the next temperature collection cycle to an air outlet speed one level lower than the air outlet speed in the current temperature collection cycle; if it is judged that the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is the minimum wind speed, maintaining the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the next temperature collection cycle at the minimum wind speed.

[0022] In a possible implementation, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is controlled according to the preference information, and also includes: determining whether a modification command for modifying the hot and cold intensity is received from each user within the current temperature acquisition cycle; if it is determined that the modification command is received, setting the air outlet speed of the target air outlet according to the hot and cold intensity corresponding to the modification command.

[0023] In a possible implementation, the method further includes: receiving a control instruction for specifying an operating mode of a target air outlet from a user within the target space unit; determining the number of control instructions received; and if it is determined that the number of control instructions is equal to 1, controlling the target air outlet to operate in accordance with the operating mode specified by the received control instruction.

[0024] In a possible implementation, the method further includes: if it is determined that the number of the control instructions is greater than 1, further determining whether there are at least two control instructions for the operating mode of the same target air outlet among the multiple control instructions received; if it is determined that there are at least two control instructions, further determining whether the at least two control instructions conflict, and controlling the operation of the same target air outlet based on the result of the conflict; if it is determined that there are not at least two control instructions, controlling the target air outlets corresponding to the multiple control instructions to operate according to the operating mode specified by the control instructions.

[0025] In one possible implementation, the operation of the same target air outlet is controlled according to the result of the conflict, including: if the result of the conflict is no conflict, the operation of the same target air outlet is jointly controlled according to the at least two control instructions; if the result of the conflict is a conflict, the score of the operation mode specified by each of the at least two control instructions is obtained, and the operation of the same target air outlet is controlled according to the obtained score.

[0026] In one possible implementation, the operation of the same target air outlet is controlled according to the acquired score, including: determining whether there is a target operation mode with a score higher than the scores of other operation modes; if it is determined that the target operation mode exists, controlling the same target air outlet to operate according to the target operation mode; if it is determined that the target operation mode does not exist, controlling the same target air outlet to operate according to the default operation mode.

[0027] In a possible implementation, the default operation mode is an operation mode in which the wind speed is greater than the minimum wind speed and less than the maximum wind speed.

[0028] In a possible implementation, the method further includes: allowing users in the target space unit to resubmit new control instructions every predetermined time period, and controlling the operation mode of the target air outlet in response to receiving the new control instructions.

[0029] In one possible implementation, the score of the operation mode specified by each of the at least two control instructions is obtained, including: for each control instruction of the at least two control instructions, using the following formula to calculate the score of the operation mode specified by the control instruction: S = ∑(Vi*Wi+Vj*Wj), wherein S represents the score of the operation mode specified by the control instruction, Vi represents the number of votes for the operation mode by the first category of users, Wi represents the weight of the first category of users, Vj represents the number of votes for the operation mode by the second category of users with higher priority, and Wj represents the weight of the second category of users.

[0030] In one possible implementation, when the temperature difference exceeds a temperature difference threshold and / or the number of users in the target space unit exceeds a number threshold, voting for the operation mode of the same target air outlet by users in the target space unit is re-initiated; in response to the re-initiated voting, the scores of the operation modes specified by each of the at least two control instructions are re-obtained.

[0031] According to a second aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided an air outlet control device, which is applied to an air conditioner, wherein the air conditioner is provided with a plurality of air outlets in a target space unit, and the air outlet control device comprises: a first acquisition module, for acquiring preference information related to an operation mode of the air conditioner set by each user in the target space unit, wherein the preference information set by each user can characterize the thermal comfort demand of the user; a second acquisition module, for acquiring the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit and the set temperature of the air conditioner; and a control module, for controlling the operation of the plurality of air outlets according to the preference information and the temperature difference.

[0032] According to a third aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided an air conditioner, comprising: a processor; and a memory for storing instructions executable by the processor; wherein the processor is configured to implement the above-mentioned air outlet control method when executing the instructions stored in the memory.

[0033] According to a fourth aspect of the present disclosure, a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium is provided, on which computer program instructions are stored, wherein the computer program instructions implement the above-mentioned air outlet control method when executed by a processor.

[0034] According to a fifth aspect of the present disclosure, a computer program product is provided, comprising a computer-readable code, or a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium carrying the computer-readable code. When the computer-readable code runs in a processor of an electronic device, the processor in the electronic device executes the above-mentioned air outlet control method.

[0035] According to a sixth aspect of the present disclosure, a layout method is provided for arranging the multiple air outlets controlled according to the above-mentioned air outlet control method, the layout method comprising: obtaining the respective areas of a first type region, a second type region and a third type region in the target space unit, wherein the first type region, the second type region and the third type region correspond to a strong cold region, a medium cold region and a weak cold region, respectively, or the first type region, the second type region and the third type region correspond to a strong warm region, a medium warm region and a weak warm region, respectively; according to the type of the determined region, using a density model that can characterize the region type and the air outlet density to calculate the air outlet density of the type of region; determining the number of air outlets to be arranged in each type of region according to the air outlet density and area of ​​the region; and arranging the determined number of air outlets in each type of region.

[0036] In a possible implementation, the type of wind turbines deployed in the first type area is larger than the type of wind turbines deployed in the second type area, and the type of wind turbines deployed in the second type area is larger than the type of wind turbines deployed in the third type area.

[0037] In a possible implementation, arranging the determined number of air outlets in each type of area includes: in each type of area, arranging an air outlet at intervals corresponding to an area threshold until the determined number of air outlets are completely arranged.

[0038] In a possible implementation, the area threshold used for the first type of area layout is smaller than the area threshold used for the second type of area layout, and the area threshold used for the second type of area layout is smaller than the area threshold used for the third type of area layout.

[0039] In a possible implementation, the above-mentioned layout method further includes: in the target space unit, one air outlet is laid out at intervals of an area threshold until the plurality of air outlets are completely laid out.

[0040] According to the seventh aspect of the present disclosure, there is provided an air outlet structure, applied to an air conditioner, comprising: a plurality of fans; the plurality of air outlets controlled by the above-mentioned air outlet control method, wherein the plurality of air outlets are arranged in the target space unit by using the above-mentioned arrangement method.

[0041] In a possible implementation, the multiple air outlets are evenly distributed in the target space unit, and the multiple fans are of the same type, wherein the interval area between every two adjacent air outlets is equal to the same area threshold.

[0042] In a possible implementation, the area threshold is 15 square meters.

[0043] In one possible implementation, the multiple air outlets include: a first type of air outlet, which is arranged in a first type of area; a second type of air outlet, which is arranged in a second type of area; and a third type of air outlet, which is arranged in a third type of area, wherein the sum of the areas of the first type of area, the second type of area and the third type of area is equal to or less than the area of ​​the target space unit, and the first type of area, the second type of area and the third type of area correspond to a strong cold area, a medium cold area and a weak cold area, respectively, or the first type of area, the second type of area and the third type of area correspond to a strong warm area, a medium warm area and a weak warm area, respectively.

[0044] In one possible implementation, the number of the first type of air outlets is related to the area and air outlet density of the first type of area; the number of the second type of air outlets is related to the area and air outlet density of the second type of area; and the number of the third type of air outlets is related to the area and air outlet density of the third type of area.

[0045] In a possible implementation, the type of wind turbines deployed in the first type area is larger than the type of wind turbines deployed in the second type area, and the type of wind turbines deployed in the second type area is larger than the type of wind turbines deployed in the third type area.

[0046] Through the air outlet control method, arrangement method, air outlet structure, air conditioner, storage medium and computer program product disclosed in the present invention, the preference information related to the operation mode of the air conditioner set by each user in the target space unit (such as a bedroom or a conference room) that can characterize the thermal comfort needs of the user is obtained, and the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit and the set temperature of the air conditioner is obtained, and then the operation of the multiple air outlets arranged in the target space unit of the air conditioner is controlled according to the obtained preference information and temperature difference. Therefore, compared with only arranging one air outlet in a target space unit, the present invention arranges multiple air outlets in a target space unit, and introduces the preference information set by each user that can characterize the thermal comfort needs of the user when controlling the operation of these air outlets, so that the operation of these air outlets can be controlled according to the thermal comfort needs of these users, so that the thermal comfort needs of multiple users with different thermal comfort needs in the same target space unit can be met simultaneously through the multiple air outlets arranged in the same target space unit.

[0047] Further features and aspects of the present disclosure will become apparent from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments with reference to the attached drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0048] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of the specification, illustrate exemplary embodiments, features, and aspects of the disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the disclosure.

[0049] Figure 1 A flow chart of an air outlet control method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0050] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing an information setting screen according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0051] Figure 3 A schematic diagram showing a flow chart of a second acquisition step according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0052] Figure 4 A flowchart showing control steps according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0053] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of a process for controlling air outlet speed according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0054] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a process for controlling air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0055] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of a flow chart for controlling the operation of an air outlet according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0056] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of a process for determining the number of air outlets and the air outlet speed according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0057] Fig. 9 A schematic diagram of a process for determining the air outlet temperature of an air outlet according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0058] Fig.10 A schematic diagram of a process for determining an operation mode according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0059] Fig.11 A schematic diagram showing the layout of air outlets in a bedroom according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0060] Fig.12 A schematic diagram showing the layout of air outlets of a conference room according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0061] Fig.13 A schematic flow chart of a deployment method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0062] Fig.14 A schematic flow chart of a non-uniform layout method for arranging air outlets according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0063] Fig.15 A schematic diagram showing the layout of air outlets of an office arranged according to a non-uniform layout method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0064] Fig.16 A schematic diagram showing the layout of air outlets in a living room and a dining room arranged according to a non-uniform layout method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0065] Fig.17 A schematic diagram showing an application scenario according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0066] Fig.18 A block diagram of an air outlet control device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown.

[0067] Fig.19 A block diagram of a device 1900 for controlling air outlet according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0068] Various exemplary embodiments, features and aspects of the present disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the accompanying drawings represent elements with the same or similar functions. Although various aspects of the embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale unless otherwise specified.

[0069] The word “exemplary” is used exclusively herein to mean “serving as an example, example, or illustration.” Any embodiment described herein as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments.

[0070] In addition, in order to better illustrate the present disclosure, numerous specific details are given in the following specific embodiments. It should be understood by those skilled in the art that the present disclosure can also be implemented without certain specific details. In some examples, methods, means, components and circuits well known to those skilled in the art are not described in detail in order to highlight the subject matter of the present disclosure.

[0071] Figure 1 A flow chart of an air outlet control method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. The air outlet control method can be applied to an air conditioner. In other words, the air outlet control method can be executed by the air conditioner. The operation modes of the air conditioner may include "strong cooling mode", "medium cooling mode", "weak cooling mode", "strong heating mode", "medium heating mode" and "weak heating mode". Of course, the air conditioner may also include other operation modes in the prior art, which will not be described in detail in this embodiment.

[0072] Among them, "strong cooling mode" means that the air conditioner runs at the maximum cooling intensity, which is usually achieved by running the compressor, fan and motor at high frequency. In this mode, the air conditioner has the strongest cooling effect and is suitable for use in high temperature environments and can quickly reduce the indoor temperature. "Weak cooling mode" means that the air conditioner runs the compressor, fan and motor at a low frequency and has the lowest cooling intensity. In this mode, the cooling effect of the air conditioner is weak and is suitable for use in environments where the temperature is already low or the indoor temperature needs to be maintained. It can provide mild cooling. "Medium cooling mode" means that the air conditioner runs at a cooling intensity between the maximum cooling intensity and the minimum cooling intensity. The air conditioner runs the compressor, fan and motor at a medium frequency. In this mode, the cooling effect is moderate, suitable for general cooling needs, and can provide a more comfortable indoor temperature.

[0073] "Strong heating mode" can quickly increase the indoor temperature by increasing the frequency and speeding up the operation. This mode is suitable for situations where rapid heating is required, such as when getting up early in the morning in winter, the indoor temperature can be quickly increased. The heating power and wind speed of this mode are the strongest. "Weak heating mode" has the weakest heating power and wind speed. It is suitable for situations where the temperature is already high or a lower heating power is required. This mode can save energy and is suitable for long-term use or the need to maintain a lower temperature. "Medium heating mode" is between the strong heating mode and the weak heating mode in terms of heating power and wind speed. It is suitable for general heating needs. This mode can provide sufficient heat while maintaining low energy consumption, and is suitable for daily use.

[0074] The air conditioner of this embodiment can be provided with a plurality of air outlets in the target space unit, wherein the space unit is a plurality of space blocks divided by a building, and can be an office as the smallest unit or a room such as a bedroom, a conference room, etc. as the smallest unit.

[0075] For example, Fig.11 As shown, six air outlets, namely, air outlet 1 to air outlet 6, can be arranged in a space unit corresponding to a bedroom, such as Fig.12 As shown, four air outlets, namely, air outlet 1 to air outlet 4, can be arranged in a space unit corresponding to a conference room, such as Fig.15 As shown, six air outlets, namely, air outlet 1 to air outlet 6, can be arranged in a space unit corresponding to an office, such as Fig.16 and Fig.17 As shown, three air outlets, namely left air outlet 1, right air outlet 1 and right air outlet 2, can be arranged in the space units corresponding to the living room and dining room.

[0076] Fig.13 FIG. 1 is a flow chart of a layout method according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, which can be used to layout multiple air outlets in a target space unit. Fig.13 As shown, the deployment method may include the following steps:

[0077] In step S1310, the respective areas of the first type of area, the second type of area and the third type of area in the target space unit are obtained, wherein the first type of area, the second type of area and the third type of area correspond to strong cold areas, medium cold areas and weak cold areas, respectively, or the first type of area, the second type of area and the third type of area correspond to strong warm areas, medium warm areas and weak warm areas, respectively.

[0078] In this embodiment, the target space unit can be divided into multiple types of areas, such as a strong cold area, a medium cold area, and a weak cold area, or a strong warm area, a medium warm area, and a weak warm area. It should be understood that although this embodiment is described by dividing the target space unit into three types of areas, the target space unit can also be divided into two types of areas, for example, Fig.15 As shown, the office can be divided into weak cooling areas and strong cooling areas, and the target space unit can also be divided into more than 3 types of areas. This embodiment does not limit the number of type areas as long as it is a positive integer greater than 2.

[0079] In step S1330, according to the determined type of the area, the density of the tuyere of the area of ​​this type is calculated using a density model that can characterize the area type and the tuyere density.

[0080] In this embodiment, the density model is a function of the building type, function, room height, and area type. These data can be obtained, and then the density of the air outlets can be calculated using the obtained data and the density model. Among them, the building type of the target space unit is such as residential, office, public building (such as library, gymnasium), etc., the function of the target space unit is such as living room, bedroom, conference room, restaurant, lounge, office, audio-visual room, etc., the room height of the target space unit is such as the design height of residential floor, office floor, etc., and the partition type is such as strong cooling / strong heating, medium cooling / medium heating, weak cooling / weak heating, etc. Any suitable method in the prior art can be used to obtain these data, which will not be repeated in this embodiment. Among them, the smaller the air outlet density, the smaller the number of air outlets per square meter.

[0081] In step S1350, the number of air outlets to be arranged in each type of area is determined according to the air outlet density and area of ​​the area.

[0082] In this embodiment, the area of ​​each type of region may be divided by the air outlet density of the region, and then the obtained quotient may be rounded to an integer, so as to determine the number of air outlets in the region.

[0083] In step S1370, a determined number of air outlets are arranged in each type of area.

[0084] In a possible implementation, in each type of area, an air outlet is arranged at intervals of a corresponding area threshold until the determined number of air outlets are arranged. The area threshold used for the arrangement of the first type of area is smaller than the area threshold used for the arrangement of the second type of area, and the area threshold used for the arrangement of the second type of area is smaller than the area threshold used for the arrangement of the third type of area.

[0085] For example, Fig.15 For example, an office is divided into a weak cooling area and a strong cooling area. In the weak cooling area, an air outlet is arranged every 20 square meters, with a total of two air outlets, namely, air outlet 1 and air outlet 2. In the strong cooling area, an air outlet is arranged every 11 square meters, with a total of four air outlets, namely, air outlet 3, air outlet 4, air outlet 5 and air outlet 6.

[0086] Of course, with Fig.15 Similarly, an office can be divided into a strong heating area and a weak heating area. A certain number of air outlets, for example, 4 air outlets, are arranged in the strong heating area, and a certain number of air outlets, for example, 2 air outlets are arranged in the weak heating area.

[0087] In a possible implementation, the type of wind turbines deployed in the first type area is larger than the type of wind turbines deployed in the second type area, and the type of wind turbines deployed in the second type area is larger than the type of wind turbines deployed in the third type area.

[0088] In this embodiment, the types of fans arranged in the strong warm area, the medium warm area, and the weak warm area are reduced in sequence; similarly, the types of fans arranged in the strong cold area, the medium cold area, and the weak cold area are reduced in sequence. For example, the size of the fans is reduced in sequence. In addition, the area threshold used when arranging the air outlets in the strong warm area, the medium warm area, and the weak warm area is increased in sequence; similarly, the area threshold used when arranging the air outlets in the strong cold area, the medium cold area, and the weak cold area is increased in sequence.

[0089] In a possible implementation, a uniform distribution method can be used to distribute multiple air outlets in the target space unit. In this case, all fans of the air conditioner are selected in the same way, and an air outlet is distributed every area threshold until all the multiple air outlets are distributed. The area threshold is, for example, 10 to 15 square meters.

[0090] For example, Fig.11 As shown, in the bedroom, one air outlet is arranged for each interval area threshold, and a total of six air outlets are arranged, namely, air outlet 1, air outlet 2, air outlet 3, air outlet 4, air outlet 5 and air outlet 6. Fig.12 As shown, in the conference room, an air outlet is arranged for each interval area threshold, and a total of four air outlets are arranged, namely, air outlet 1, air outlet 2, air outlet 3, and air outlet 4.

[0091] Therefore, according to this embodiment, the above-mentioned non-uniform arrangement method and / or the above-mentioned uniform arrangement method can be selected according to actual application requirements to arrange multiple air outlets in the target space unit.

[0092] For ease of understanding, combined Fig.14 The non-uniform layout method of this embodiment is described in detail. Fig.14 As shown, the non-uniform distribution method may include the following steps:

[0093] In step S1301, input the total plan area M m 2 , determine the area of ​​the strong cold / warm region a1 m 2 , the area of ​​the medium cold / medium warm area b1 m 2 , the area of ​​weak cold / weak warm area c1 m 2 , M≥a1+b1+c1.

[0094] In step S1302, the air outlet density is calculated according to the air outlet density β model, that is, the air outlet density β=f(building type, function, room height, partition type), and the number of air outlets in each partition is calculated accordingly.

[0095] Among them, building types include but are not limited to residences, office buildings, public buildings, etc.; functions include but are not limited to living rooms, bedrooms, conference rooms, restaurants, etc.; room heights include but are not limited to design heights of residential floors and office floors, and zoning types include but are not limited to strong cooling / strong heating, medium cooling / medium heating, weak cooling / weak heating. The smaller β is, the lower the air outlet density is, and the smaller the number of air outlets per square meter is.

[0096] For example, the range of β for residential buildings is between [0.03, 0.2]. In the strong cold / strong warm area, every 11m 2 Set an air outlet, β=0.09 / m 2 , the number of air outlets in the strong cold / strong warm area is N_a1=a1 / 0.09; in the medium cold / medium warm area, every 15m 2 Set an air outlet, β=0.07 / m 2 , the number of air outlets in the medium cold / medium warm area is N_b1=b1 / 0.07; in the weak cold / weak warm area, every 20m 2 Set an air outlet, β=0.05 / m 2 , the number of air vents in the weak cold / weak warm area N_c1=c1 / 0.05.

[0097] In step S1303, the number of air outlets N_a1, N_b1, N_c1 in each partition is output, and these air outlets are arranged in each partition.

[0098] Continuing with the above example, a1 / 0.09 air outlets may be arranged in the strong cooling / strong heating area, b1 / 0.07 air outlets may be arranged in the medium cooling / medium heating area, and c1 / 0.05 air outlets may be arranged in the weak cooling / weak heating area.

[0099] In step S1304, the fan in the strong cooling / strong heating area is selected to be large.

[0100] In step S1305, the fans in the intercooling / interheating area are selected.

[0101] In step S1306, the fan in the weak cooling / weak heating area is selected to be small.

[0102] against Fig.14 See the previous article on Fig.13 The description will not be repeated here.

[0103] Therefore, according to this embodiment, the air conditioner may have an air outlet structure, which includes a plurality of fans and a plurality of air outlets. Fig.11 , Fig.12 and Figure 15-17 The air conditioner with the multiple air outlets can be arranged in the layout shown in FIG. Figure 1 The air outlet control method shown is used to simultaneously meet the thermal comfort needs of multiple users with different thermal comfort needs in the same target space unit through the multiple air outlets.

[0104] like Figure 1 As shown, the air outlet control method may include the following steps:

[0105] In step S110 (corresponding to the first acquisition step), the preference information related to the operation mode of the air conditioner set by each user in the target space unit is acquired, wherein the preference information set by each user can represent the thermal comfort demand of the user.

[0106] In this embodiment, the preference information can represent the user's thermal comfort needs such as strong cooling, strong heating, medium cooling, medium heating, low cooling, and low heating, and as described above, the operation mode of the air conditioner can include strong cooling mode, strong heating mode, medium cooling mode, medium heating mode, low cooling mode, and low heating mode, so the preference information corresponds to the operation mode of the air conditioner. For example, if the user sets a thermal comfort need indicating the need for strong heating, the preference information corresponding to the strong heating mode of the air conditioner set by the user can be obtained.

[0107] In a possible implementation, step S110 for acquiring the preference information may include: displaying an information setting screen for setting the preference information on a display device; and acquiring the preference information set by each user on the information setting screen.

[0108] For example, Figure 2 As shown, the user can use a mobile phone to scan the QR code on the desk. In response, the mobile phone as a display device will display an information setting screen. The user can set his or her own preference information on the information setting screen. Accordingly, the air conditioner can obtain the preference information set by the user.

[0109] In one possible implementation, the information setting screen includes a first area displaying a plurality of preference options for user selection, wherein each preference option corresponds to an operating mode of the air conditioner, and accordingly, the preference options selected by each user from the first area are obtained as the preference information set by the user.

[0110] For example, Figure 2 As shown, the information setting screen includes a first display item for obtaining the user's desk number (eg Figure 2 No. 34 in the user's room), the second display item of the total number of people in the room where the user is located (for example Figure 2 ), the number of adjustable air outlets in the room where the user is located, and the third display item of the numbers of these air outlets (such as Figure 2 4 of them, the outlet numbers are No.7051, No.7052, No.7053, No.7054, respectively), a fourth display item for the user to confirm whether to set the preference information (for example, Figure 2 OK, go to setup).

[0111] In response to the user selecting to set preference information for the fourth display item (eg, Figure 2 In response to the user selecting not to set preference information (e.g., “OK, go to set”) for the fourth display item, a first area for setting preference information is displayed, in which a plurality of preference options for the user to select are displayed, for example, for cooling, including strong cooling, medium cooling, and weak cooling; for heating, including strong heating, medium heating, and weak heating. In response to the user selecting not to set preference information (e.g., “Don’t set”) for the fourth display item, the first area for setting preference information is not displayed.

[0112] In step S130 (corresponding to the second acquisition step), the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit and the set temperature of the air conditioner is acquired.

[0113] In one possible implementation, Figure 3As shown, the temperature difference can be obtained in the following manner: in step S301, the ambient temperature of the target space unit is measured using a temperature sensor; in step S302, the set temperature of the air conditioner is obtained; in step S303, the temperature difference between the measured ambient temperature and the obtained set temperature is calculated.

[0114] In this embodiment, a temperature sensor can be used to measure the ambient temperature of the target space unit in real time, and the current set temperature can be obtained, and then the difference between the two can be calculated to obtain the above temperature difference. For example, the air conditioner design standard value is that the indoor set temperature in summer is equal to 26°C, and the indoor set temperature in winter is equal to 18°C.

[0115] After the preference information and the temperature difference are acquired, step S150 may be performed.

[0116] In step S150 (corresponding to a control step), operations of the plurality of air outlets are controlled according to the preference information and the temperature difference.

[0117] In this embodiment, in order to simultaneously meet the thermal comfort needs of all users in the target space unit, it is possible to control which of the multiple air outlets arranged in the target space unit are opened and how these opened air outlets operate based on preference information that can characterize the thermal comfort needs of these users and the current temperature difference.

[0118] According to this embodiment, the preference information related to the operation mode of the air conditioner set by each user in the target space unit (such as a bedroom or a conference room) that can characterize the thermal comfort needs of the user is obtained, and the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit and the set temperature of the air conditioner is obtained, and then the operation of the multiple air outlets arranged in the target space unit of the air conditioner is controlled according to the obtained preference information and temperature difference. Therefore, compared with only one air outlet arranged in a target space unit, this embodiment arranges multiple air outlets in a target space unit, and introduces the preference information set by each user that can characterize their thermal comfort needs when controlling the operation of these air outlets. In this way, the operation of these air outlets can be controlled according to the thermal comfort needs of these users, so that the thermal comfort needs of multiple users with different thermal comfort needs in the same target space unit can be met simultaneously through the multiple air outlets arranged in the same target space unit.

[0119] In one possible implementation, Figure 4 As shown, step S150 for controlling the operation of multiple air outlets may include the following steps:

[0120] In step S401, a first number of air outlets to be opened among the plurality of air outlets is determined according to the temperature difference.

[0121] In this embodiment, the number of air outlets to be opened can be calculated using the temperature difference and a function that can characterize the relationship between the temperature difference and the number of air outlets opened. In a possible implementation, N final number of air outlets opened = f(α, β, ΔT, N), where α represents an adjustment coefficient, which is used to ensure that the temperature difference affects the number of air outlets within a reasonable range, and α = f(ΔT, N) is the adjustment coefficient; β represents a correction coefficient for the number of people, β = 1 + (pp base number of people) / p base number of people, and p base number of people is the number of people designed for air conditioning in the target space unit.

[0122] Exemplarily, the set temperature Tset during the cooling period is 26°C, the indoor ambient temperature Tair is 31°C, the temperature difference ΔT is 5°C, there are 4 air outlets in the room, N air outlets are 4, there are 2 people in the room, p is 2 people, p base number of people is 10 people, α is f(ΔT,N) is f(5,2) is 1, β is 1+(2-10) / 10 is 0.2, the number of air outlets after correction for the number of people N is f(α, β, ΔT,N) is f(1,0.2,5,4) is 0.8, rounded up to 1, so the final number of air outlets opened is 1.

[0123] In step S402, a first number of air outlets closest to each of the users are selected from the multiple air outlets as target air outlets.

[0124] Continuing with the above example, the air outlet closest to the two people in the room can be selected from the four air outlets arranged in the room as the target air outlet.

[0125] In step S403, only the target air outlet among the plurality of air outlets is opened while the other air outlets are kept closed.

[0126] Continuing with the above example, only the air outlet closest to the two people in the room among the four air outlets arranged in the room can be opened, and the other three air outlets can be kept closed.

[0127] In step S404, the air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the target air outlet is controlled according to the preference information.

[0128] Continuing with the above example, the air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the opened air outlet may be controlled according to the preference information of two people in the room.

[0129] In one possible implementation, Figure 5 As shown, controlling the air outlet speed of the opened air outlet may include the following steps:

[0130] In step S501, a target air outlet speed is determined according to the preference information.

[0131] In this embodiment, since the preference information is related to the operation mode of the air conditioner, and the operation mode can reflect the air outlet speed, the target air outlet speed can be determined according to the preference information.

[0132] For example, if the user sets the preference information of strong cooling / strong heating, the target air outlet speed can be determined as high speed; if the user sets the preference information of medium cooling / medium heating, the target air outlet speed can be determined as medium speed; if the user sets the preference information of low cooling / low heating, the target air outlet speed can be determined as low speed.

[0133] In step S502, it is determined whether the first number is equal to 1 or greater than 1. If the number of opened air outlets is equal to 1, step S503 is executed, otherwise, step S504 is executed.

[0134] In step S503, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is set to the target air outlet speed.

[0135] In step S504, the air outlet speeds of the target air outlets are set so that the air outlet speed of the target air outlets acting together is the target air outlet speed.

[0136] In this embodiment, if only one air outlet is opened, the air outlet speed of the air outlet can be set to the wind speed corresponding to the operating mode related to the preference information. If multiple air outlets are opened, these opened air outlets can be cascade controlled so that the air outlet speeds of the opened air outlets after cascading are equal to the wind speed corresponding to the operating mode related to the preference information.

[0137] In one possible implementation, the air outlet temperature of the target air outlet is controlled according to the preference information, including: since the setting of the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is completed, the ambient temperature of the target space unit in each temperature collection cycle is collected, and the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set according to the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0138] In one possible implementation, Figure 6 As shown, setting the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle according to the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle may include the following steps:

[0139] In step S601, the absolute value of the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is calculated.

[0140] In step S602, it is determined whether the absolute value is greater than a first threshold value Th1. If it is greater than the first threshold value Th1, step S603 is executed, otherwise, step S604 is executed.

[0141] In step S603, the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set as a first target set temperature, wherein the first target set temperature is lower than the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0142] In this embodiment, the following formula can be used to calculate the first target set temperature: Tset1(i) = Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT, where Tset1(i) represents the first target set temperature, Tset(i-1) represents the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, γ represents the heat load correction coefficient in the target space unit, and ΔT represents the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle. Exemplarily, γ is greater than or equal to 0.1 and less than or equal to 10.

[0143] In step S604, it is determined whether the absolute value is greater than a second threshold value Th2. If it is greater than the second threshold value Th2, step S605 is executed, otherwise, step S606 is executed.

[0144] In step S605, the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set as a second target set temperature, wherein the second target set temperature is lower than the first target set temperature, and the second threshold is lower than the first threshold.

[0145] In this embodiment, the following formula can be used to calculate the second target set temperature: Tset2(i) = Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT / (Th1-Th2), wherein Tset2(i) represents the second target set temperature, Tset(i-1) represents the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, γ represents the heat load correction coefficient in the target space unit, ΔT represents the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, Th1 represents the first threshold, Th2 represents the second threshold, and Th2 is greater than 1. Exemplarily, γ is greater than or equal to 0.1 and less than or equal to 10. Exemplarily, Th1 is equal to 6 and Th2 is equal to 2.

[0146] In step S606, it is determined whether the absolute value is greater than 1. If it is greater than 1, step S607 is executed, otherwise, step S608 is executed.

[0147] In step S607, the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is maintained as the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0148] In step S608, it is determined whether the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is the lowest wind speed. If it is the lowest wind speed, step S609 is executed, otherwise, step S610 is executed.

[0149] In step S609, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the next temperature collection cycle is maintained at the minimum wind speed.

[0150] In step S610, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the next temperature collection cycle is set to an air outlet speed one level lower than the air outlet speed in the current temperature collection cycle. For example, the medium speed is adjusted to the low speed.

[0151] In a possible implementation, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is controlled according to the preference information, and also includes: determining whether a modification command for modifying the hot and cold intensity is received from each user within the current temperature acquisition cycle; if it is determined that the modification command is received, setting the air outlet speed of the target air outlet according to the hot and cold intensity corresponding to the modification command.

[0152] In this embodiment, the air outlet speed can be set according to the modification command received in the current temperature collection cycle. For example, if a modification command to adjust the wind speed to medium speed is received, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet can be adjusted to medium speed.

[0153] In one possible implementation, Figure 7 As shown, the above air outlet control method may further include the following steps:

[0154] In step S701, a control instruction for specifying an operation mode of a target air outlet is received from a user in the target space unit.

[0155] In step S702, it is determined whether the number of received control instructions is equal to 1 or greater than 1. If it is equal to 1, step S703 is executed, otherwise, step S704 is executed.

[0156] In step S703, the target air outlet is controlled to operate in accordance with the operation mode specified by the received control instruction. For example, if the received control instruction specifies the strong heating mode, the target air outlet may be controlled to operate in accordance with the strong heating operation mode.

[0157] In step S704, it is determined whether there are at least two control instructions for the operation mode of the same target air outlet among the received multiple control instructions.

[0158] In this embodiment, when multiple control instructions are received, there may be multiple control instructions that are used to specify the operation mode of the same air outlet. Therefore, it is necessary to determine whether the above situation exists. If not, execute step S705; if so, execute step S706.

[0159] In step S705, the target air outlets corresponding to the plurality of control instructions are controlled to operate according to the operation modes specified by the control instructions.

[0160] In step S706, it is determined whether the at least two control instructions conflict, and the operation of the same target air outlet is controlled according to the result of the conflict. For example, if there is no conflict, step S707 can be executed, otherwise, step S708 is executed.

[0161] In step S707, the operation of the same target air outlet is jointly controlled according to the at least two control instructions.

[0162] In step S708, the scores of the operation modes specified by the at least two control instructions are obtained.

[0163] In this embodiment, for each of the at least two control instructions, the following formula can be used to calculate the score of the operation mode specified by the control instruction: S = ∑ (Vi*Wi + Vj*Wj), where S represents the score of the operation mode specified by the control instruction, Vi represents the number of votes cast by the first category of users for the operation mode, Wi represents the weight of the first category of users, Vj represents the number of votes cast by the second category of users with higher priority for the operation mode, and Wj represents the weight of the second category of users. Exemplarily, the first category of users can be general users with low priority, and the second category of users can be specific users with high priority, such as administrators, room owners, and other users with higher authority than others.

[0164] In one possible implementation, when the temperature difference exceeds a temperature difference threshold and / or the number of users in the target space unit exceeds a number threshold, voting for the operation mode of the same target air outlet by users in the target space unit is re-initiated; in response to the re-initiated voting, the scores of the operation modes specified by each of the at least two control instructions are re-obtained.

[0165] In this embodiment, after the temperature difference and the number of people change significantly, voting can be automatically switched and reinitiated to simultaneously meet the thermal comfort needs of each user after these changes.

[0166] In step S709, the operation of the same target air outlet is controlled according to the obtained score.

[0167] In this embodiment, it can be determined whether there is a target operation mode with a score higher than the scores of other operation modes; if it is determined that the target operation mode exists, the same target air outlet is controlled to operate according to the target operation mode; if it is determined that the target operation mode does not exist, the same target air outlet is controlled to operate according to the default operation mode. Exemplarily, the default operation mode is an operation mode in which the air outlet speed is greater than the minimum wind speed and less than the maximum wind speed, such as a medium-warm operation mode or a medium-cool operation mode.

[0168] In a possible implementation, the above-mentioned air outlet control method may also include: every predetermined time period, such as 30 minutes, allowing users in the target space unit to resubmit new control instructions, and controlling the operation mode of the target air outlet in response to receiving the new control instructions.

[0169] In this embodiment, the user can be allowed to resubmit the control instruction every predetermined time period. Therefore, the user can change the control instruction as needed, and re-control the operation mode of the target air outlet in response to the changed control instruction to adapt to the user's new thermal comfort needs.

[0170] For ease of understanding, combined Figure 8 The method for determining the number of air outlets and the air outlet speed of this embodiment is described in detail. Figure 8 As shown, the following steps may be included:

[0171] In step S801, the following data are obtained from the user and indoor unit sensors as input quantities: room temperature Tair, indoor set temperature Tset,init (source: air conditioning design standard value, Tset,init = 26°C in summer, Tset,init = 18°C ​​in winter), number of people p, and number of adjustable air vents N in the area.

[0172] In step S802, the temperature difference ΔT=Tair-Tset is calculated.

[0173] In step S803, the final number of air vents opened is calculated as N = f(α, β, ΔT, N), where the adjustment coefficient α = f(ΔT, N) is to ensure that the effect of temperature difference on the number of air vents is within a reasonable range; the number of people correction coefficient β = 1 + (pp base number of people) / p base number of people, where p base number of people is the number of people designed for air conditioning in the space.

[0174] In step S804, the final number of tuyere openings N is output.

[0175] In step S805, the air outlet closest to the user is selected and opened.

[0176] In step S806, it is determined whether the user specifies strong cooling / strong heating. If strong cooling / strong heating is specified, step S807 is executed, otherwise, step S808 is executed.

[0177] In step S807, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is set to high speed.

[0178] In step S808, it is determined whether the user specifies medium cool / medium warm. If medium cool / medium warm is specified, step S809 is executed, otherwise, step S810 is executed.

[0179] In step S809, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is set to medium speed.

[0180] In step S810, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is set to a low speed.

[0181] In step S811, the current set temperature Tset is set as the initial set temperature Tset,init.

[0182] In step S812, the set air outlet speed is output.

[0183] For ease of understanding, combined Fig. 9 The method for determining the outlet air temperature of the air outlet of this embodiment is described in detail. Fig. 9 As shown, the following steps may be included:

[0184] In step S901, accept Figure 8 ② is the target outlet air velocity for output.

[0185] In step S902, the timing starts when the wind speed adjustment is completed, which is recorded as t0, and the temperature collection period is Δt.

[0186] In step S903, the set temperature Tset(0) in the current temperature acquisition cycle is set as the initial set temperature Tset,init.

[0187] In step S904, the indoor air temperature Tair(i) is collected once every temperature collection period Δt.

[0188] In step S905 , the temperature difference ΔT=Tair(i)−Tset,init is calculated.

[0189] In step S906, the values ​​of thresholds a and b are determined based on experience, with default values ​​of a=6 and b=2.

[0190] In step S907, it is determined whether a modification command for modifying the hot and cold intensity is received from the user in the current temperature acquisition cycle. If a modification command is received, step S913 is executed, otherwise, step S908 is executed.

[0191] In step S908, it is determined whether the absolute value of the temperature difference is greater than a threshold value a, that is, it is determined whether |ΔT|>a is satisfied. If so, step S909 is executed, otherwise, step S911 is executed.

[0192] In step S909, the set temperature in the current temperature acquisition cycle is calculated using the following formula: Tset(i)=Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT, where γ is a correction factor for the room heat load, ranging from (0.1 to 10).

[0193] In step S910, the set temperature Tset(i) in the current temperature acquisition period is output to the air conditioner, such as the controller of the air conditioner.

[0194] In step S911, it is determined whether b<|ΔT|≤a is satisfied. If so, step S912 is executed, otherwise, step S914 is executed.

[0195] In step S912, the set temperature in the current temperature collection period is calculated using the following formula: air conditioning set temperature Tset(i)=Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT / (ab), and then step S910 is executed.

[0196] In step S913, according to the user's modified selection, the corresponding wind speed is output for the next cycle wind speed setting, and then the process returns to step S902. If the user selects strong cooling / strong heating, the wind speed of the target air outlet is set to high speed; if the user selects medium cooling / medium heating, the wind speed of the target air outlet is set to medium speed; if the user selects weak cooling / weak heating, the wind speed of the target air outlet is set to low speed.

[0197] In step S914, it is determined whether |ΔT|≤1 is satisfied. If so, step S916 is executed, otherwise, step S915 is executed.

[0198] In step S915, the set temperature is maintained unchanged in the current temperature acquisition cycle, that is, Tset(i)=Tset(i-1) is set.

[0199] In step S916, it is determined whether the current air outlet speed is set to low speed. If it is set to low speed, step S918 is executed, otherwise, step S917 is executed.

[0200] In step S917, the air outlet speed in the next temperature collection cycle is maintained at a low speed.

[0201] In step S918, the air outlet speed in the next temperature collection cycle is adjusted down by one level. For example, if the current speed is medium, the air outlet speed in the next temperature collection cycle is set to low.

[0202] For ease of understanding, combined Fig.10 The method for determining the operation mode of this embodiment is described in detail. Fig.10 As shown, the following steps may be included:

[0203] In step S1001, obtain Fig. 9 The number and wind speed setting of the final open air outlet output in ②.

[0204] In step S1002, it is determined whether control instructions submitted by multiple people in the same space are received. If the determination is yes, step S1003 is executed, otherwise, step S1009 is executed.

[0205] In step S1003, it is determined whether the state setting of the same air-conditioning outlet number is involved. If the determination is yes, step S1004 is executed, otherwise, step S1009 is executed.

[0206] In step S1004, it is determined whether there is a conflict between the strong cooling, medium cooling, and weak cooling states. Optionally, when in heating mode, it is determined whether there is a conflict between the strong heating, medium heating, and weak heating states. That is, it is determined whether there is a conflict between the operation modes specified by the control instructions set by the user. If there is a conflict, step S1005 is executed, otherwise, step S1009 is executed.

[0207] In step S1005, each person is counted as one vote, and the number of votes in the submitted state is counted.

[0208] In this embodiment, step S1005 may be expanded, and the expanded function may refer to step S1010.

[0209] In step S1006, it is determined whether there is a mode with more votes than other modes. If so, step S1007 is executed, otherwise, step S1008 is executed.

[0210] In step S1007, the tuyere operates according to the user-specified mode with the most votes.

[0211] In step S1008, the intercooling mode is selected as the default designated mode for execution. Optionally, when in heating mode, the interheating mode can be selected as the default designated mode for execution.

[0212] In step S1009, the system runs according to the specified mode submitted by the user.

[0213] In step S1010, the extended functions may include but are not limited to: allowing the user to resubmit the control request at regular intervals (for example 30 minutes); assignable weights: setting user priorities, for example, administrators, homeowners and other specific personnel have higher authority than others, the number of general voters is i, the weight is Wi; the number of specific personnel is j, the weight is Wj, S = ∑(Vi*Wi+Vj*Wj), where S is the total score of a certain operating mode, Vi represents the number of votes of general voters, Wi represents the weight of general voters, Vj represents the number of votes of specific personnel, and Wj represents the weight Wj of specific personnel; automatic mode switching: after the temperature difference and the number of people change significantly, the voting can be automatically switched and reinitiated.

[0214] against Figures 8 to 10 See the previous article on Figure 1 to Figure 7 The description will not be repeated here.

[0215] Therefore, the present invention sets multiple air outlet positions in a space unit such as a room and arranges corresponding air outlets at each position, breaking the limitation of a single air outlet of a traditional air conditioner. By reasonably arranging these air outlets, the air can be distributed more evenly in the room, improving the cooling or heating effect of the air conditioner. In addition, multiple air outlets can be individually controlled according to different needs to achieve temperature adjustment of different areas.

[0216] For example, Fig.16 and Fig.17 As shown, air outlets can be set on the left and right sides of the room respectively, so as to achieve a weak cooling mode on the left and a strong cooling mode on the right. Fig.11 As shown in the figure, multiple air outlets can be arranged in the bedroom ceiling, which can be divided into cold and warm zones according to the couple's temperature preferences, and the temperature can be controlled by setting the air outlets and air volume. Fig.15 As shown, a large office is equipped with multiple air outlets. The number of air outlets can be adjusted according to the preferences of office workers, with fewer air outlets in the weak cooling area and more air outlets in the strong cooling area.

[0217] In addition, the present disclosure can set multiple modes according to the thermal comfort needs of different users. For example, the mode of "strong cooling on the left, weak cooling on the right" can be set, so that people who are afraid of cold can choose to stay in the weak cooling area on the right, and people who are afraid of heat can choose to stay in the strong cooling area on the left. Other modes can also be set, such as "light breeze on the left, strong wind on the right", "air supply forward on the left, air supply downward on the right", etc., to adapt to different usage scenarios. In addition, the air outlet direction can be controlled by the angle of the blinds, and can also be completely closed when not needed.

[0218] Therefore, the present disclosure can solve the problem that different users in the same space unit feel different temperatures. In the prior art, a room is only equipped with a single temperature environment and a single air outlet, and it is difficult for people who are afraid of cold and heat to get a comfortable experience at the same time. Through the technical solution of the present disclosure, multiple air outlets are arranged in a room, and multiple modes are set, such as a mode of strong cooling on the left side + weak cooling on the right side, so that people who are afraid of cold can be in the weak cooling area, and people who are afraid of heat can be in the strong cooling area, meeting the personalized temperature needs of various groups of people.

[0219] Moreover, when only certain areas require a specific temperature, only the air outlets in the corresponding areas can be opened, avoiding energy waste caused by providing a uniform temperature for the entire room. In addition, for cooling, strong cooling air can be supplied only to the hot areas, and weak cooling or air supply can be turned off for the cold areas, thereby saving energy. For heating, strong warm air can be supplied only to the cold areas, and weak warm air can be supplied to the hot areas, thereby saving energy.

[0220] It should be understood that whether it is the difference in temperature preferences of different family members or the needs of different people in public spaces such as offices and conference rooms, the technical solution disclosed in the present invention can provide flexible temperature solutions, increase the practicality and adaptability of the space unit, and design a more humane air outlet layout and air outlet mode. For example, an adjustable angle air outlet is used to allow users to adjust the wind direction according to their needs; or an air outlet mode that simulates natural wind is developed to make the air flow softer and more natural, thereby improving the user's comfort. The air conditioner disclosed in the present invention may include but is not limited to a central air conditioner, a household wall-mounted unit, a multi-split unit, etc.

[0221] It can be understood that the above-mentioned various method embodiments mentioned in the present disclosure can be combined with each other to form a combined embodiment without violating the principle logic. Due to space limitations, the present disclosure will not go into details.

[0222] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that, in the above method of specific implementation, the order in which the steps are written does not imply a strict execution order and does not constitute any limitation on the implementation process. The specific execution order of the steps should be determined by their functions and possible internal logic.

[0223] Fig.18 A block diagram of an air outlet control device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown as follows: Fig.18 As shown, the air outlet control device 1500 may include a first acquisition module 1510, a second acquisition module 1530 and a control module 1550. The first acquisition module 1510 is used to obtain the preference information related to the operation mode of the air conditioner set by each user in the target space unit, wherein the preference information set by each user can represent the thermal comfort demand of the user. The second acquisition module 1530 is used to obtain the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit and the set temperature of the air conditioner. The control module 1550 is connected to the first acquisition module 1510 and the second acquisition module 1530, and is used to control the operation of the multiple air outlets according to the preference information and the temperature difference.

[0224] In a possible implementation, the first acquisition module 1510 is configured to: display an information setting screen for setting the preference information on a display device; and acquire the preference information set by each user on the information setting screen.

[0225] In one possible implementation, the information setting screen includes a first area displaying a plurality of preference options for user selection, wherein each preference option corresponds to an operating mode of the air conditioner, and accordingly, the preference options selected by each user from the first area are obtained as the preference information set by the user.

[0226] In a possible implementation, the second acquisition module 1530 is configured to: measure the ambient temperature of the target space unit using a temperature sensor; obtain the set temperature of the air conditioner; and calculate the temperature difference between the measured ambient temperature and the obtained set temperature.

[0227] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured to: determine a first number of air outlets to be opened among the multiple air outlets based on the temperature difference; select a first number of air outlets closest to each user from the multiple air outlets as target air outlets; open only the target air outlets among the multiple air outlets and keep the other air outlets closed; and control the air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the target air outlet based on the preference information.

[0228] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured to: determine the target air outlet speed based on the preference information; determine whether the first number is equal to 1 or greater than 1; if it is determined that the first number is equal to 1, set the air outlet speed of the target air outlet to the target air outlet speed; if the first number is greater than 1, set the air outlet speed of each of the target air outlets so that the air outlet speed under the joint action of the target air outlets is the target air outlet speed.

[0229] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured to: collect the ambient temperature of the target space unit in each temperature collection cycle after completing the setting of the air outlet speed of the target air outlet, and set the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle based on the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0230] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured to: calculate the absolute value of the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle; determine whether the absolute value is greater than a first threshold; if it is determined that the absolute value is greater than the first threshold, set the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle to a first target set temperature, wherein the first target set temperature is lower than the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0231] In one possible implementation, the following formula is used to calculate the first target set temperature: Tset1(i) = Tset(i-1) - γ*ΔT, wherein Tset1(i) represents the first target set temperature, Tset(i-1) represents the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, γ represents the heat load correction coefficient in the target space unit, and ΔT represents the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0232] In a possible implementation, γ is greater than or equal to 0.1 and less than or equal to 10.

[0233] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured as follows: if it is determined that the absolute value is not greater than the first threshold, then further determining whether the absolute value is greater than a second threshold; if it is determined that the absolute value is greater than the second threshold, then setting the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature acquisition cycle to a second target set temperature, wherein the second target set temperature is less than the first target set temperature, and the second threshold is less than the first threshold.

[0234] In one possible implementation, the following formula is used to calculate the second target set temperature: Tset2(i) = Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT / (Th1-Th2), wherein Tset2(i) represents the second target set temperature, Tset(i-1) represents the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, γ represents the heat load correction coefficient in the target space unit, ΔT represents the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, Th1 represents the first threshold value, Th2 represents the second threshold value, and Th2 is greater than 1.

[0235] In a possible implementation, Th1 is equal to 6, and Th2 is equal to 2.

[0236] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured as follows: if it is determined that the absolute value is not greater than the second threshold, then further determining whether the absolute value is greater than 1; if it is determined that the absolute value is greater than 1, then maintaining the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle as the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

[0237] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured as follows: if it is determined that the absolute value is not greater than 1, then further determining whether the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is the minimum wind speed; if it is determined that the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is not the minimum wind speed, then setting the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the next temperature collection cycle to an air outlet speed one level lower than the air outlet speed in the current temperature collection cycle; if it is determined that the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is the minimum wind speed, then maintaining the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the next temperature collection cycle at the minimum wind speed.

[0238] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured to: determine whether a modification command for modifying the hot and cold intensity is received from each user within the current temperature acquisition cycle; if it is determined that the modification command is received, setting the air outlet speed of the target air outlet according to the hot and cold intensity corresponding to the modification command.

[0239] In a possible implementation, the above-mentioned air outlet control device 1500 may also include: a receiving module (not shown), used to receive a control instruction for specifying the operating mode of the target air outlet from a user in the target space unit; a judgment module (not shown), used to judge the number of the received control instructions; if it is judged that the number of the control instructions is equal to 1, the control module 1550 controls the target air outlet to operate according to the operating mode specified by the received control instruction.

[0240] In one possible implementation, if it is determined that the number of the control instructions is greater than 1, the judgment module further determines whether there are at least two control instructions for the operating mode of the same target air outlet among the multiple control instructions received; if it is determined that there are at least two control instructions, the judgment module further determines whether the at least two control instructions conflict, and the control module 1550 controls the operation of the same target air outlet according to the result of the conflict; if it is determined that there are not at least two control instructions, the control module 1550 controls the target air outlets corresponding to the multiple control instructions to operate according to the operating mode specified by the control instructions.

[0241] In one possible implementation, if the result of the conflict is no conflict, the control module 1550 jointly controls the operation of the same target air outlet according to the at least two control instructions; if the result of the conflict is a conflict, the control module 1550 obtains the score of the operating mode specified by each of the at least two control instructions, and controls the operation of the same target air outlet according to the obtained score.

[0242] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured to: determine whether there is a target operating mode with a score higher than the scores of other operating modes; if it is determined that the target operating mode exists, control the same target air outlet to operate according to the target operating mode; if it is determined that the target operating mode does not exist, control the same target air outlet to operate according to the default operating mode.

[0243] In a possible implementation, the default operation mode is an operation mode in which the wind speed is greater than the minimum wind speed and less than the maximum wind speed.

[0244] In a possible implementation, the above-mentioned air outlet control device 1500 may also include: a permission module (not shown), which is used to permit users in the target space unit to resubmit new control instructions every predetermined time period, and the control module 1550 controls the operation mode of the target air outlet in response to receiving the new control instructions.

[0245] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured to: for each control instruction of the at least two control instructions, use the following formula to calculate the score of the operation mode specified by the control instruction: S = ∑(Vi*Wi+Vj*Wj), wherein S represents the score of the operation mode specified by the control instruction, Vi represents the number of votes for the operation mode by the first category of users, Wi represents the weight of the first category of users, Vj represents the number of votes for the operation mode by the second category of users with higher priority, and Wj represents the weight of the second category of users.

[0246] In one possible implementation, the control module 1550 is configured to: when the temperature difference exceeds a temperature difference threshold and / or the number of users in the target space unit exceeds a number threshold, re-initiate voting by users in the target space unit for the operating mode of the same target air outlet; and in response to the re-initiated voting, re-obtain the scores of the operating modes specified by each of the at least two control instructions.

[0247] In some embodiments, the functions or modules included in the device provided by the embodiments of the present disclosure can be used to execute the method described in the above method embodiments. The specific implementation can refer to the description of the above method embodiments, and for the sake of brevity, it will not be repeated here.

[0248] The embodiment of the present disclosure also provides a computer-readable storage medium, on which computer program instructions are stored, and when the computer program instructions are executed by a processor, the above-mentioned air outlet control method is implemented. The computer-readable storage medium can be a volatile or non-volatile computer-readable storage medium.

[0249] An embodiment of the present disclosure further proposes an electronic device, comprising: a processor; and a memory for storing instructions executable by the processor; wherein the processor is configured to implement the above-mentioned air outlet control method when executing the instructions stored in the memory.

[0250] The embodiment of the present disclosure also provides a computer program product, including a computer-readable code, or a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium carrying the computer-readable code. When the computer-readable code runs in a processor of an electronic device, the processor in the electronic device executes the above-mentioned air outlet control method.

[0251] Fig.19 1 is a block diagram of a device 1900 for controlling air flow according to an exemplary embodiment. For example, the device 1900 may be provided as an air conditioner. Fig.19 , the apparatus 1900 includes a processing component 1922, which further includes one or more processors, and a memory resource represented by a memory 1932 for storing instructions, such as an application, that can be executed by the processing component 1922. The application stored in the memory 1932 may include one or more modules, each corresponding to a set of instructions. In addition, the processing component 1922 is configured to execute instructions to perform the above method.

[0252] The device 1900 may also include a power supply component 1926 configured to perform power management of the device 1900, a wired or wireless network interface 1950 configured to connect the device 1900 to a network, and an input / output interface 1958 (I / O interface). The device 1900 may operate based on an operating system stored in the memory 1932, such as Windows Server 2000. TM , MacOS X TM , Unix TM ,Linux TM , FreeBSD TM or similar.

[0253] In an exemplary embodiment, a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium is also provided, such as a memory 1932 including computer program instructions, which can be executed by the processing component 1922 of the device 1900 to perform the above sleep control method.

[0254] The present disclosure may be a system, a method and / or a computer program product. The computer program product may include a computer-readable storage medium carrying computer-readable program instructions for causing a processor to implement various aspects of the present disclosure.

[0255] A computer-readable storage medium may be a tangible device that can hold and store instructions used by an instruction execution device. A computer-readable storage medium may be, for example, but not limited to, an electrical storage device, a magnetic storage device, an optical storage device, an electromagnetic storage device, a semiconductor storage device, or any suitable combination of the foregoing. More specific examples of computer-readable storage media (a non-exhaustive list) include: a portable computer disk, a hard disk, a random access memory (RAM), a read-only memory (ROM), an erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or flash memory), a static random access memory (SRAM), a portable compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM), a digital versatile disk (DVD), a memory stick, a floppy disk, a mechanical encoding device, such as a punch card or a raised structure in a groove on which instructions are stored, and any suitable combination of the foregoing. As used herein, a computer-readable storage medium is not to be interpreted as a transient signal per se, such as a radio wave or other freely propagating electromagnetic wave, an electromagnetic wave propagating through a waveguide or other transmission medium (e.g., a light pulse through a fiber optic cable), or an electrical signal transmitted through a wire.

[0256] The computer-readable program instructions described herein can be downloaded from a computer-readable storage medium to each computing / processing device, or downloaded to an external computer or external storage device via a network, such as the Internet, a local area network, a wide area network, and / or a wireless network. The network can include copper transmission cables, optical fiber transmissions, wireless transmissions, routers, firewalls, switches, gateway computers, and / or edge servers. The network adapter card or network interface in each computing / processing device receives the computer-readable program instructions from the network and forwards the computer-readable program instructions for storage in the computer-readable storage medium in each computing / processing device.

[0257] The computer program instructions for performing the operation of the present disclosure may be assembly instructions, instruction set architecture (ISA) instructions, machine instructions, machine-related instructions, microcode, firmware instructions, state setting data, or source code or object code written in any combination of one or more programming languages, including object-oriented programming languages, such as Smalltalk, C++, etc., and conventional procedural programming languages, such as "C" language or similar programming languages. Computer-readable program instructions may be executed completely on a user's computer, partially on a user's computer, as an independent software package, partially on a user's computer, partially on a remote computer, or completely on a remote computer or server. In the case of a remote computer, the remote computer may be connected to the user's computer via any type of network, including a local area network (LAN) or a wide area network (WAN), or may be connected to an external computer (e.g., using an Internet service provider to connect via the Internet). In some embodiments, an electronic circuit, such as a programmable logic circuit, a field programmable gate array (FPGA), or a programmable logic array (PLA), may be customized by utilizing the state information of the computer-readable program instructions, and the electronic circuit may execute the computer-readable program instructions, thereby realizing various aspects of the present disclosure.

[0258] Various aspects of the present disclosure are described herein with reference to the flowcharts and / or block diagrams of the methods, devices (systems) and computer program products according to the embodiments of the present disclosure. It should be understood that each box in the flowchart and / or block diagram and the combination of each box in the flowchart and / or block diagram can be implemented by computer-readable program instructions.

[0259] These computer-readable program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, or other programmable data processing device, thereby producing a machine, so that when these instructions are executed by the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing device, a device that implements the functions / actions specified in one or more boxes in the flowchart and / or block diagram is generated. These computer-readable program instructions can also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, and these instructions cause the computer, programmable data processing device, and / or other equipment to work in a specific manner, so that the computer-readable medium storing the instructions includes a manufactured product, which includes instructions for implementing various aspects of the functions / actions specified in one or more boxes in the flowchart and / or block diagram.

[0260] Computer-readable program instructions may also be loaded onto a computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device so that a series of operating steps are performed on the computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby causing the instructions executed on the computer, other programmable data processing apparatus, or other device to implement the functions / actions specified in one or more boxes in the flowchart and / or block diagram.

[0261] The flow chart and block diagram in the accompanying drawings show the possible architecture, function and operation of the system, method and computer program product according to multiple embodiments of the present disclosure. In this regard, each square box in the flow chart or block diagram can represent a part of a module, program segment or instruction, and a part of the module, program segment or instruction includes one or more executable instructions for realizing the specified logical function. In some alternative implementations, the function marked in the square box can also occur in a sequence different from that marked in the accompanying drawings. For example, two continuous square boxes can actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they can sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. It should also be noted that each square box in the block diagram and / or flow chart, and the combination of the square boxes in the block diagram and / or flow chart can be implemented with a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or action, or can be implemented with a combination of special hardware and computer instructions.

[0262] The embodiments of the present disclosure have been described above, and the above description is exemplary, not exhaustive, and is not limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and changes will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. The selection of terms used herein is intended to best explain the principles of the embodiments, practical applications, or technical improvements in the market, or to enable other persons of ordinary skill in the art to understand the embodiments disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A wind control method, applied to an air conditioner, characterized in that: The air conditioner is provided with a plurality of air outlets in the target space unit, and the air outlet control method comprises: A first acquisition step is used to acquire preference information related to the operation mode of the air conditioner set by each user in the target space unit, wherein the preference information set by each user can represent the thermal comfort demand of the user; A second acquisition step is used to acquire the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit and the set temperature of the air conditioner; A control step is used to control the operation of the plurality of air outlets according to the preference information and the temperature difference.

2. The air outlet control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first acquisition step comprises: displaying an information setting screen for setting the preference information on a display device; The preference information set by each of the users on the information setting screen is acquired.

3. The air outlet control method according to claim 2, characterized in that: The information setting screen includes a first area displaying a plurality of preference options for user selection, wherein each preference option corresponds to an operation mode of the air conditioner, Accordingly, the preference options selected by each user from the first area are obtained as the preference information set by the user.

4. The air outlet control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second obtaining step comprises: Measuring the ambient temperature of the target space unit using a temperature sensor; Obtaining a set temperature of the air conditioner; The temperature difference between the measured ambient temperature and the acquired set temperature is calculated.

5. The air outlet control method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control step comprises: determining a first number of air outlets to be opened among the plurality of air outlets according to the temperature difference; Selecting a first number of air outlets closest to each of the users from the multiple air outlets as target air outlets; Opening only the target air outlet among the plurality of air outlets and keeping the other air outlets closed; The air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the target air outlet is controlled according to the preference information.

6. The air outlet control method according to claim 5, characterized in that: Controlling the air outlet speed of the target air outlet according to the preference information includes: determining a target air outlet speed according to the preference information; Determine whether the first number is equal to 1 or greater than 1; If it is determined that the first number is equal to 1, setting the air outlet speed of the target air outlet to the target air outlet speed; If the first number is greater than 1, the air outlet speeds of the target air outlets are set so that the air outlet speed of the target air outlets acting together is the target air outlet speed.

7. The air outlet control method according to claim 5, characterized in that: Controlling the air outlet temperature of the target air outlet according to the preference information includes: From the time the setting of the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is completed, the ambient temperature of the target space unit in each temperature collection cycle is collected, and the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set according to the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

8. The air outlet control method according to claim 7, characterized in that: The set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set according to the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, including: Calculating the absolute value of the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle; Determining whether the absolute value is greater than a first threshold; If it is determined that the absolute value is greater than the first threshold, the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is set to a first target set temperature, wherein the first target set temperature is lower than the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

9. The air outlet control method according to claim 8, characterized in that: The first target set temperature is calculated using the following formula: Tset1(i)=Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT Among them, Tset1(i) represents the first target set temperature, Tset(i-1) represents the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, γ represents the heat load correction coefficient in the target space unit, and ΔT represents the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

10. The air outlet control method according to claim 9, characterized in that: γ is greater than or equal to 0.1 and less than or equal to 10.

11. The air outlet control method according to claim 8, characterized in that: The method further comprises setting the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle according to the collected ambient temperature and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle: If it is determined that the absolute value is not greater than the first threshold, further determining whether the absolute value is greater than a second threshold; If it is determined that the absolute value is greater than the second threshold, the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature acquisition cycle is set to a second target set temperature, wherein the second target set temperature is lower than the first target set temperature, and the second threshold is lower than the first threshold.

12. The air outlet control method according to claim 11, characterized in that: The second target set temperature is calculated using the following formula: Tset2(i)=Tset(i-1)-γ*ΔT / (Th1-Th2) Among them, Tset2(i) represents the second target set temperature, Tset(i-1) represents the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, γ represents the heat load correction coefficient in the target space unit, ΔT represents the temperature difference between the ambient temperature of the target space unit collected in the current temperature collection cycle and the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle, Th1 represents the first threshold value, Th2 represents the second threshold value, and Th2 is greater than 1.

13. The air outlet control method according to claim 12, characterized in that: γ is greater than or equal to 0.1 and less than or equal to 10.

14. The air outlet control method according to claim 12, characterized in that: Th1 equals 6, Th2 equals 2.

15. The air outlet control method according to claim 11, characterized in that: Controlling the air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the target air outlet according to the preference information, further comprising: If it is determined that the absolute value is not greater than the second threshold, further determining whether the absolute value is greater than 1; If it is determined that the absolute value is greater than 1, the set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle is maintained as the initial set temperature of the air conditioner in the current temperature collection cycle.

16. The air outlet control method according to claim 15, characterized in that: Controlling the air outlet speed and / or air outlet temperature of the target air outlet according to the preference information, further comprising: If it is determined that the absolute value is not greater than 1, further determining whether the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is the lowest wind speed; If it is determined that the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is not the minimum wind speed, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the next temperature collection cycle is set to an air outlet speed one level lower than the air outlet speed in the current temperature collection cycle; If it is determined that the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the current temperature collection cycle is the minimum wind speed, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet in the next temperature collection cycle is maintained at the minimum wind speed.

17. The air outlet control method according to any one of claims 5 to 16, characterized in that: Controlling the air outlet speed of the target air outlet according to the preference information also includes: Determining whether a modification command for modifying the cold and hot intensity is received from each user within the current temperature collection cycle; If it is determined that the modification command is received, the air outlet speed of the target air outlet is set according to the hot and cold intensity corresponding to the modification command.

18. The air outlet control method according to any one of claims 1 to 17, characterized in that: Also includes: receiving a control instruction for specifying an operation mode of a target air outlet from a user in the target space unit; Determining the number of control instructions received; If it is determined that the number of the control instructions is equal to 1, the target air outlet is controlled to operate according to the operation mode specified by the received control instruction.

19. The air outlet control method according to claim 18, characterized in that: Also includes: If it is determined that the number of the control instructions is greater than 1, further determining whether there are at least two control instructions for the operation mode of the same target air outlet among the received multiple control instructions; If it is determined that the at least two control instructions exist, further determining whether the at least two control instructions conflict, and controlling the operation of the same target air outlet according to the result of the conflict; If it is determined that the at least two control instructions do not exist, the target air outlets corresponding to the plurality of control instructions are controlled to operate according to the operation modes specified by the control instructions.

20. The air outlet control method according to claim 19, characterized in that: Controlling the operation of the same target air outlet according to the result of the conflict includes: If the result of the conflict is no conflict, jointly controlling the operation of the same target air outlet according to the at least two control instructions; If the result of the conflict is a conflict, the scores of the operation modes specified by the at least two control instructions are obtained, and the operation of the same target air outlet is controlled according to the obtained scores.

21. The air outlet control method according to claim 20, characterized in that: Controlling the operation of the same target air outlet according to the obtained score includes: Determining whether there is a target operating mode having a score higher than the scores of other operating modes; If it is determined that the target operation mode exists, controlling the same target air outlet to operate according to the target operation mode; If it is determined that the target operation mode does not exist, the same target air outlet is controlled to operate according to a default operation mode.

22. The air outlet control method according to claim 21, characterized in that: The default operation mode is an operation mode in which the wind speed is greater than the minimum wind speed and less than the maximum wind speed.

23. The air outlet control method according to claim 18, characterized in that: Also includes: Every predetermined time period, the user in the target space unit is allowed to resubmit a new control instruction. In response to receiving the new control instruction, the operation mode of the target air outlet is controlled.

24. The air outlet control method according to claim 20, characterized in that: Obtaining the scores of the operation modes respectively specified by the at least two control instructions comprises: For each of the at least two control instructions, the following formula is used to calculate the score of the operation mode specified by the control instruction: S=∑(Vi*Wi+Vj*Wj) Among them, S represents the score of the operation mode specified by the control instruction, Vi represents the number of votes for the operation mode by the first category of users, Wi represents the weight of the first category of users, Vj represents the number of votes for the operation mode by the second category of users with higher priority, and Wj represents the weight of the second category of users.

25. The air outlet control method according to claim 24, characterized in that: When the temperature difference exceeds a temperature difference threshold and / or the number of users in the target space unit exceeds a number threshold, re-initiating voting by users in the target space unit for the operation mode of the same target air outlet; In response to re-initiating voting, the scores of the operation modes specified by each of the at least two control instructions are re-obtained.

26. An air conditioner, characterized in that: include: processor; a memory for storing processor-executable instructions; Wherein, the processor is configured to implement the air outlet control method described in any one of claims 1-25 when executing the instructions stored in the memory.

27. A non-volatile computer-readable storage medium having computer program instructions stored thereon, characterized in that: When the computer program instructions are executed by a processor, the air outlet control method described in any one of claims 1-25 is implemented.

28. A computer program product comprising computer program instructions, characterized in that When the computer program instructions are executed by a processor, the air outlet control method described in any one of claims 1-25 is implemented.

29. A deployment method, characterized in that: For arranging the plurality of air outlets controlled by the air outlet control method according to any one of claims 1 to 25, the arranging method comprising: Acquire respective areas of a first type region, a second type region, and a third type region in the target spatial unit, wherein the first type region, the second type region, and the third type region correspond to a strong cold region, a medium cold region, and a weak cold region, respectively, or the first type region, the second type region, and the third type region correspond to a strong warm region, a medium warm region, and a weak warm region, respectively; According to the type of the determined area, the density of the air outlets in the area of ​​the type is calculated using a density model capable of characterizing the area type and the air outlet density; Determine the number of air outlets to be arranged in each type of area according to the air outlet density and area of ​​the area; A determined number of air outlets are arranged in each type of area.

30. The laying method according to claim 29, characterized in that: The type of fans arranged in the first type area is larger than that of fans arranged in the second type area, and the type of fans arranged in the second type area is larger than that of fans arranged in the third type area.

31. The laying method according to claim 29, characterized in that: In each type of area, a determined number of air outlets are arranged, including: In each type of area, an air outlet is arranged at intervals corresponding to the area threshold until the determined number of air outlets are arranged.

32. The laying method according to claim 31, characterized in that: The area threshold used for the first type of area layout is smaller than the area threshold used for the second type of area layout, and the area threshold used for the second type of area layout is smaller than the area threshold used for the third type of area layout.

33. The laying method according to claim 29, characterized in that: Also includes: In the target space unit, an air outlet is arranged at intervals of an area threshold until all the air outlets are arranged.

34. An air outlet structure, applied to an air conditioner, characterized in that: include: Multiple fans; The multiple air outlets controlled by the air outlet control method according to any one of claims 1-25, wherein the multiple air outlets are arranged in the target space unit by adopting the arrangement method according to any one of claims 29-33.

35. The air outlet structure according to claim 34, characterized in that: The multiple air outlets are evenly distributed in the target space unit, and the multiple fans are of the same type, wherein the interval area between every two adjacent air outlets is equal to the same area threshold.

36. The air outlet structure according to claim 35, characterized in that: The area threshold is 15 square meters.

37. The air outlet structure according to claim 34, characterized in that: The plurality of air outlets include: The first type of air outlet is arranged in the first type of area; The second type of air outlet is arranged in the second type of area; The third type of air outlet is arranged in the third type area. The sum of the area of ​​the first type of area, the area of ​​the second type of area and the area of ​​the third type of area is equal to or smaller than the area of ​​the target space unit. The first type of area, the second type of area and the third type of area correspond to a strong cold area, a medium cold area and a weak cold area, respectively, or the first type of area, the second type of area and the third type of area correspond to a strong warm area, a medium warm area and a weak warm area, respectively.

38. The air outlet structure according to claim 37, characterized in that: The number of the first type of air outlets is related to the area of ​​the first type of area and the air outlet density; The number of the second type of air outlets is related to the area of ​​the second type of area and the air outlet density; The number of the third type of air outlets is related to the area of ​​the third type of area and the air outlet density.

39. The air outlet structure according to claim 37, characterized in that: The type of fans arranged in the first type area is larger than that of fans arranged in the second type area, and the type of fans arranged in the second type area is larger than that of fans arranged in the third type area.

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