Method for preventing mold growth in vehicle interior, control system and vehicle
By monitoring the humidity and weather conditions inside the vehicle, calculating the risk factor of interior mold, and starting the air conditioning and heating systems, the problem of mold in the vehicle interior during long-term parking is solved, thereby improving the vehicle's usability and health environment.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510039393.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-10
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-10
- Estimated Expiration
- 2045-01-10
AI Technical Summary
Vehicle interiors are prone to mold when parked for long periods of time, especially in high humidity environments, which can cause odors and affect the vehicle's usability and health.
By monitoring the humidity and weather conditions inside the vehicle, the air conditioning system and/or heating system are started after the vehicle is turned off. The interior mold risk factor is calculated based on the humidity, weather conditions and engine shutdown time, and a decision is made whether to start the air conditioning or heating system to reduce the probability of mold.
Effectively prevent vehicle interior mold, reduce odor, and enhance vehicle value and a healthy environment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present application relates to the field of vehicle control, and in particular to a method for preventing mold from forming on vehicle interiors, a control system, and a vehicle. Background Art
[0002] With the progress of urbanization in China, residential communities have largely achieved a separation of pedestrians and vehicles since 2010. Vehicles parked in underground parking garages for extended periods, rarely exposed to sunlight, often become moldy. In high-humidity environments, especially during the rainy season in southern China, the interior of a parked vehicle easily absorbs moisture, leading to mold. Moldy vehicles emit odors that can cause allergies in some people. Moldy and odorous vehicles reduce their value and lower their value retention. Relevant technologies often reduce the probability of mold by improving interior fabrics, but lack effective means to prevent mold from long-term parking.
[0003] With regard to the problem of mold easily forming on vehicle interiors in related technologies, no effective solution has been proposed so far. Summary of the Invention
[0004] Based on this, it is necessary to provide a vehicle interior mildew prevention method, control system and vehicle that can solve the problem of vehicle interior being prone to mildew in order to solve the above technical problems.
[0005] In a first aspect, a method for preventing mold from forming on vehicle interior trim is provided in this embodiment, the method comprising:
[0006] If the vehicle is turned off after driving and the duration of the engine being turned off is greater than or equal to a first time length, then obtaining the humidity and weather conditions inside the vehicle during the duration of the engine being turned off;
[0007] Obtaining coefficients affecting interior mold according to the humidity inside the vehicle, the weather conditions, and the continuous engine shutdown time, and integrating the coefficients;
[0008] If the integrated value of the coefficient is within a preset threshold range, the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are started.
[0009] In some embodiments, obtaining a coefficient affecting interior mold according to the humidity inside the vehicle includes:
[0010] obtaining the humidity of the air in the vehicle based on a preset time interval during the continuous engine off time;
[0011] comparing the humidity of the air inside the vehicle with a first threshold;
[0012] A second coefficient corresponding to the humidity inside the vehicle is obtained according to the number of times the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is greater than or equal to a first threshold and a preset weight corresponding to the number of times.
[0013] In some embodiments, obtaining a coefficient affecting interior mold according to the humidity inside the vehicle includes:
[0014] Obtaining the humidity of the vehicle interior during the continuous engine-off time and the humidity equilibrium point of the vehicle interior;
[0015] If the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, the first coefficient corresponding to the humidity inside the vehicle is adjusted so that the value of the integrated coefficient is within the preset threshold range.
[0016] In some embodiments, obtaining a coefficient affecting interior mold according to the weather conditions includes:
[0017] Obtaining the cumulative time during which the weather condition meets the preset weather condition during the continuous engine-off time;
[0018] A coefficient corresponding to the weather state is obtained according to the accumulated time.
[0019] In some embodiments, obtaining a coefficient affecting interior mold according to the continuous engine off time includes:
[0020] Subtracting the first time length from the continuous flameout time to obtain a second time length;
[0021] A coefficient corresponding to the continuous flameout time is obtained according to the second time length.
[0022] In some embodiments, if the vehicle is turned off after driving and the duration of the engine being turned off is greater than or equal to a first time length, then before obtaining the humidity balance point of the vehicle interior, the humidity inside the vehicle, and the weather conditions during the duration of the engine being turned off, the method further includes:
[0023] When the vehicle is turned off after driving, obtaining the humidity of the vehicle interior and the humidity equilibrium point of the vehicle interior;
[0024] If the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are started.
[0025] In some embodiments, before starting the vehicle interior air conditioning system and / or the vehicle interior heating system, the method further includes:
[0026] In the case where the vehicle includes an internal combustion engine, determining whether the surrounding environment of the vehicle meets the activation requirements of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior;
[0027] In the case where the vehicle includes an electric motor, it is determined whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the start-up requirements of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0028] In some embodiments, after starting the vehicle interior air conditioning system and / or the vehicle interior heating system, the method further includes:
[0029] If it is determined that the humidity of the interior is less than or equal to a second threshold, turning off the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the interior of the vehicle; or
[0030] When it is determined that the air temperature inside the vehicle is always greater than or equal to a third threshold value within a third time period, the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are turned off.
[0031] In some embodiments, the coefficients affecting interior mold growth are obtained based on the humidity inside the vehicle, the weather conditions, and the continuous engine shutdown time, including:
[0032] Obtaining the parking position of the vehicle;
[0033] According to the parking position, coefficients influencing interior mold are obtained according to the humidity inside the vehicle, the weather conditions, and the continuous engine shutdown time.
[0034] In a second aspect, a control system is provided in this embodiment, and the control system is used to implement the method described in the first aspect.
[0035] In a third aspect, a vehicle is provided in this embodiment, comprising a control system, an air conditioning system, and a heating system for the vehicle interior; wherein,
[0036] The control system is used to implement the method described in the first aspect above;
[0037] The air conditioning system is used to adjust the air temperature inside the vehicle;
[0038] The heating system is used to heat the interior of the vehicle.
[0039] The above-mentioned vehicle interior mold prevention method, control system and vehicle solve the problem of vehicle interior mold easily occurring by monitoring the humidity and weather conditions in the vehicle during the continuous vehicle off time, obtaining the coefficients affecting interior mold to assess the risk of vehicle interior mold, deciding whether to start the heating system and / or air conditioning system, and cutting off the chain of interior mold. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0040] Figure 1 This is a hardware structure block diagram of a terminal for a method for preventing mold in vehicle interior decoration according to an embodiment;
[0041] Figure 2 A schematic flow chart of a method for preventing mold from forming on vehicle interiors according to one embodiment;
[0042] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of a vehicle system in one embodiment;
[0043] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of a process for daily inspection to prevent interior decoration from mold in one embodiment;
[0044] Figure 5 A schematic flow chart of a method for preventing mold from forming on vehicle interior trim during long-term parking in accordance with an embodiment;
[0045] Figure 6 A structural block diagram of a control system in one embodiment;
[0046] Figure 7 FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the internal structure of a computer device in one embodiment. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0047] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of this application more clear, the following further describes this application in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain this application and are not intended to limit this application.
[0048] The method embodiment provided in this embodiment can be executed in a terminal, a computer or a similar computing device. For example, running on a terminal, Figure 1 This is a hardware structure block diagram of a terminal of a vehicle interior anti-mildew method according to an embodiment of the present application. Figure 1 As shown, the terminal may include one or more ( Figure 1 Only one is shown) a processor 102 and a memory 104 for storing data, wherein the processor 102 may include but is not limited to a processing device such as a microprocessor MCU or a programmable logic device FPGA. The above terminal may also include a transmission device 106 and an input and output device 108 for communication functions. It will be understood by those skilled in the art that Figure 1The structure shown is only for illustration and does not limit the structure of the above terminal. Figure 1 More or fewer components than shown, or with Figure 1 Different configurations shown.
[0049] Memory 104 can be used to store computer programs, such as software programs and modules for application software, such as the computer program corresponding to the vehicle interior mold prevention method in this embodiment. Processor 102 executes the computer program stored in memory 104 to execute various functional applications and data processing, thereby implementing the above-mentioned method. Memory 104 may include high-speed random access memory (RAM) and may also include non-volatile memory, such as one or more magnetic storage devices, flash memory, or other non-volatile solid-state memory. In some examples, memory 104 may further include memory remotely located relative to processor 102, and such remote memory may be connected to the terminal via a network. Examples of such networks include, but are not limited to, the Internet, an intranet, a local area network, a mobile communication network, and combinations thereof.
[0050] The transmission device 106 is used to receive or send data via a network. The network may include a wireless network provided by the terminal's telecommunications provider. In one embodiment, the transmission device 106 includes a network interface controller (NIC), which can be connected to other network devices via a base station to enable communication with the Internet. In another embodiment, the transmission device 106 may be a radio frequency (RF) module, which is used to communicate with the Internet wirelessly.
[0051] In one embodiment, Figure 2 As shown, a method for preventing mold from forming on vehicle interior is provided. Figure 1 The following steps are used as an example to illustrate the terminal in the figure:
[0052] Step S202: If the vehicle is turned off after driving and the duration of the engine being turned off is greater than or equal to a first time length, the humidity and weather conditions inside the vehicle are obtained during the duration of the engine being turned off.
[0053] The vehicle's engine may be stopped if the vehicle stalls after driving. If the engine stalls for a period of time greater than or equal to a first duration, the vehicle may be parked for an extended period, indicating the possibility of mold in the vehicle interior. The vehicle's interior humidity may include, but is not limited to, one or more of the following parameters: interior humidity and air humidity. Weather conditions may include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following parameters: temperature, humidity, cloud cover, and precipitation.
[0054] Optionally, during the duration of the engine being turned off, the humidity inside the vehicle is obtained via one or more sensors located inside the vehicle. The vehicle's location during the duration of the engine being turned off is obtained, and the weather conditions at the vehicle's location are obtained via a network. The humidity and weather conditions inside the vehicle can be obtained in real time, or multiple times at equal or different time intervals.
[0055] In step S204 , coefficients influencing interior mold are obtained according to the humidity, weather conditions, and engine shutdown time inside the vehicle, and the coefficients are integrated.
[0056] As the humidity inside the vehicle increases, the likelihood of interior mold increases; as the temperature, humidity, or precipitation in the weather conditions increase, the likelihood of interior mold also increases. The probability of interior mold and the coefficient can be positively or negatively correlated. One or more coefficients can be derived based on the humidity inside the vehicle. For example, after obtaining the humidity inside multiple vehicles at preset time intervals, multiple corresponding coefficients can be derived based on the humidity inside the multiple vehicles. Similarly, one or more coefficients can also be derived based on the weather conditions, which will not be detailed here.
[0057] Optionally, to obtain multiple coefficients, mapping relationships between humidity, one or more parameters of weather conditions, and the duration of engine shutdown and the coefficients can be set separately. Alternatively, different weights can be assigned to the coefficients corresponding to vehicle interior humidity, weather conditions, and duration of engine shutdown, and the coefficients can be integrated through weighted summation. Alternatively, the coefficients can be integrated by performing mathematical processing such as addition or multiplication based on a preset formula.
[0058] Step S206 : If the value of the integrated coefficient is within a preset threshold range, the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are started.
[0059] Among them, if the value of the integrated coefficient is within the preset threshold range, it indicates that the probability of interior mold is high, and it is necessary to reduce the possibility of interior mold by heating, dehumidification, etc. The preset threshold range is obtained according to the correlation between the coefficient and the possibility of interior mold and the coefficient integration method, and can be modified according to application requirements. For example, when the coefficient and the possibility of interior mold are positively correlated, and the integrated coefficient is obtained by summing, if the sum of the coefficients is greater than or equal to the specified threshold, it can be judged that the value of the integrated coefficient is within the preset threshold range. When the coefficient and the possibility of interior mold are negatively correlated, and the integrated coefficient is obtained by summing, if the sum of the coefficients is less than or equal to the specified threshold, it can be judged that the value of the integrated coefficient is within the preset threshold range.
[0060] Optionally, upon determining that the integrated coefficient value is within a preset threshold range, the air conditioning system may implement one or more of the following functions: heating the vehicle interior air, reducing the vehicle interior humidity through a dehumidification mode; and simultaneously, activating the heating system to heat at least a portion of the vehicle interior. It is understood that it is also possible to activate only the air conditioning system or only the interior heating system.
[0061] In the above-mentioned vehicle interior mold prevention method, the coefficient affecting the risk of interior mold is obtained by obtaining the humidity and weather conditions inside the vehicle during the continuous vehicle shutdown time. The air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are activated according to the coefficient to reduce the possibility of interior mold, thereby solving the problem of vehicle interior being prone to mold.
[0062] In one embodiment, a coefficient affecting interior mold is obtained based on the humidity inside the vehicle, including: obtaining the humidity of the air inside the vehicle based on a preset time interval during the continuous engine off time; comparing the humidity of the air inside the vehicle with a first threshold; and obtaining a second coefficient corresponding to the humidity inside the vehicle based on the number of times the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is greater than or equal to the first threshold and a preset weight corresponding to the number of times.
[0063] The preset time interval may be a fixed value or a variable value determined by a setting. One or more sensors may be installed inside the vehicle, and the one or more sensors may obtain humidity readings of the air inside the vehicle multiple times based on the preset time intervals. The first threshold value is associated with the material of the vehicle interior and is used to indicate a high probability of interior mold at the current air humidity. The first threshold value may be determined based on experiments.
[0064] Optionally, each time the humidity of the vehicle's interior air is obtained, the currently obtained humidity is compared with a first threshold. The accumulated number of times the humidity of the vehicle's interior air is greater than or equal to the first threshold is multiplied by a preset weight to obtain a second coefficient. For ease of understanding, for example, the second coefficient is initially set to zero and the preset weight is set to 0.1. If the humidity of the vehicle's interior air is greater than or equal to the first threshold twice, the number of times the humidity is greater than or equal to the first threshold is multiplied by the preset weight to obtain a second coefficient of 0.2. The initial value and preset weight can be set as needed.
[0065] Optionally, different preset weights may be assigned to different times. For ease of understanding, for example, if the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is greater than or equal to the first threshold two times, a weight of 0.2 is assigned; if the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is greater than or equal to the first threshold three times, a weight of 0.5 is assigned.
[0066] In this embodiment, the coefficient affecting vehicle mold is determined by the accumulated humidity inside the vehicle. Taking into account the impact of changes in air humidity on the mold risk, dynamic detection of interior mold risk is achieved, thereby improving the accuracy of judgment.
[0067] In one embodiment, a coefficient affecting interior mold is obtained based on the humidity inside the vehicle, including: obtaining the humidity of the vehicle interior during the continuous engine-off time and the humidity balance point of the vehicle interior; if the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, adjusting a first coefficient corresponding to the humidity inside the vehicle so that the value of the integrated coefficient is within a preset threshold range.
[0068] The humidity balance point refers to the relative humidity when the material and the moisture in the surrounding environment reach a dynamic equilibrium at a specific temperature. Optionally, the humidity balance point is obtained based on the material of the interior and the temperature inside the vehicle. When the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity indicated by the humidity balance point, the risk of interior mold is higher. Optionally, when there is a positive correlation between the coefficient and the possibility of interior mold, and the integrated coefficient is obtained by summing, the first coefficient is set to a value exceeding a preset threshold range, so that the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior is started. In this embodiment, considering that the humidity of the interior directly affects the degree of interior mold, the effect of accurately judging the risk of interior mold is achieved by comparing the humidity balance point and the humidity of the vehicle interior.
[0069] In one embodiment, obtaining a coefficient affecting interior mold based on weather conditions includes: obtaining the cumulative time during which the weather conditions meet a preset weather condition during the continuous engine shutdown time; and obtaining a coefficient corresponding to the weather condition based on the cumulative time.
[0070] The preset weather state may be one or more of the following states: a rainy state, a state in which the humidity is greater than a specified value, and a state in which the temperature is within a specified range. Taking the preset weather state as an example of a rainy state, optionally, the cumulative time of rainfall within the continuous engine shutdown time is obtained; the mapping relationship between the cumulative rainfall time and the coefficient corresponding to the weather state is obtained; and the corresponding coefficient is obtained by mapping the cumulative time based on the mapping relationship. For example, the rainfall time of a preset time length is used as a base unit, a corresponding value is set for the base unit, and the effect of rainfall on the change of the interior state is quantified based on these base units and the corresponding values to obtain the coefficient corresponding to the weather state. If the effect of the rainfall time of each base unit on the change of the interior state is fixed, then the coefficient corresponding to the weather state can be calculated by multiplying the number of base units and the corresponding value.
[0071] This embodiment takes into account the possibility that weather conditions may change over time and the impact of weather conditions on the vehicle interior environment, and determines the coefficient corresponding to the weather conditions based on the accumulated time to improve the accuracy of the judgment of interior mold risk.
[0072] In one embodiment, obtaining a coefficient affecting interior mold based on the continuous engine-off time includes: removing a first time length from the continuous engine-off time to obtain a second time length; and obtaining a coefficient corresponding to the continuous engine-off time based on the second time length.
[0073] Among them, when the probability of interior mold and the coefficient are positively correlated, the longer the second time length, the larger the coefficient corresponding to the continuous flameout time; and vice versa. When the probability of interior mold and the coefficient are negatively correlated, the longer the second time length, the smaller the coefficient corresponding to the continuous flameout time; and vice versa. The mapping relationship between the coefficient corresponding to the continuous flameout time and the second time length can be set according to needs. When the continuous flameout time is greater than or equal to the first time length, the vehicle interior may begin to mold. This embodiment uses the first time length as the benchmark time length, and removing the first time length on the basis of the continuous flameout time can more clearly measure the impact of exceeding the benchmark time length on the change in the interior state, thereby facilitating accurate judgment of the impact of the continuous flameout time on the mold of the vehicle interior.
[0074] In one embodiment, if the vehicle is turned off after driving and the continuous off time is greater than or equal to a first time length, then before obtaining the humidity balance point of the vehicle interior, the humidity inside the vehicle, and the weather conditions during the continuous off time, the method also includes: when the vehicle is turned off after driving, obtaining the humidity of the vehicle interior and the humidity balance point of the vehicle interior; if the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0075] Optionally, the vehicle interior humidity balance point is determined based on the interior material and the current vehicle interior temperature, and the vehicle interior humidity is compared with the humidity balance point. If the vehicle interior humidity is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, a preset message may be sent to the user, activating the vehicle's air conditioning system and / or the vehicle interior heating system based on the user's selection.
[0076] In this embodiment, by comparing the vehicle interior humidity with the vehicle interior's equilibrium humidity point, the humidity and / or temperature inside the vehicle can be adjusted promptly to prevent mold growth on the interior surface, such as in the event of spillage or water intrusion. Furthermore, when the vehicle is parked after driving and the engine is turned off, interior humidity monitoring and activation of the vehicle's air conditioning system and / or interior heating system ensure that humidity control does not affect normal vehicle operation.
[0077] In one embodiment, before starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, the method further comprises: in the case that the vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine, judging whether the surrounding environment where the vehicle is located meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior; in the case that the vehicle comprises an electric motor, judging whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0078] In one embodiment, before starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, the method further comprises: in the case that the vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine, judging whether the surrounding environment where the vehicle is located meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior; in the case that the vehicle comprises an electric motor, judging whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0079] In one embodiment, before starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, the method further comprises: in the case that the vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine, judging whether the surrounding environment where the vehicle is located meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior; in the case that the vehicle comprises an electric motor, judging whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0080] In one embodiment, before starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, the method further comprises: in the case that the vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine, judging whether the surrounding environment where the vehicle is located meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior; in the case that the vehicle comprises an electric motor, judging whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0081] In one embodiment, before starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, the method further comprises: in the case that the vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine, judging whether the surrounding environment where the vehicle is located meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior; in the case that the vehicle comprises an electric motor, judging whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior. In one embodiment, before starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, the method further comprises: in the case that the vehicle comprises an internal combustion engine, judging whether the surrounding environment where the vehicle is located meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior; in the case that the vehicle comprises an electric motor, judging whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the starting requirement of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0082] The second threshold is a humidity value in an environment where the interior is less susceptible to mold, and the third threshold is a temperature value in an environment where the interior is less susceptible to mold. Optionally, after the vehicle interior humidity is greater than or equal to the humidity equilibrium point, the vehicle interior humidity is obtained after the vehicle interior air conditioning system and / or vehicle interior heating system is activated. If it is determined that the vehicle interior humidity has dropped below the second threshold, the vehicle interior air conditioning system and / or vehicle interior heating system is deactivated. After the vehicle interior air conditioning system and / or vehicle interior heating system is activated because the integrated coefficient value is within a preset threshold range, the vehicle interior air temperature is obtained. If it is determined that the air temperature has risen above the third threshold, the vehicle interior air conditioning system and / or vehicle interior heating system is deactivated.
[0083] Furthermore, the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior can be started within a specified time period. During the process of starting the air conditioning system and / or the heating system, the heating time is corrected according to the interior humidity and the air humidity in the vehicle until the interior humidity is less than or equal to a second threshold.
[0084] In this embodiment, whether the risk of interior mold is low is accurately determined based on the temperature and / or humidity, and the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are stopped to reduce energy loss.
[0085] In one embodiment, coefficients influencing interior mold are obtained based on the humidity, weather conditions, and continuous engine-off time inside the vehicle, including: obtaining a parking position of the vehicle; and adjusting, based on the parking position, the coefficients influencing interior mold obtained based on the humidity, weather conditions, and continuous engine-off time inside the vehicle.
[0086] The parking location can be the latitude and longitude of the vehicle. The risk of mold growth in vehicle interiors can be affected by factors such as climate and human activity in different regions. The parking location can also be the geographic location of the vehicle relative to the surrounding environment. The risk of mold growth in vehicle interiors can also be affected by factors such as ventilation conditions and industrial emissions. Optionally, one or more coefficients influenced by vehicle interior humidity, weather conditions, and engine shutdown duration can be modified based on the parking location, including by increasing or decreasing the coefficient values.
[0087] In this embodiment, the accuracy of the interior mold risk judgment can be improved according to the vehicle parking position adjustment coefficient.
[0088] In one embodiment, before starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, preset information can be sent to the user terminal for confirmation, and in response to the instructions of the user terminal, it is determined whether to start the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0089] In one embodiment, considering that a moldy vehicle may produce an odor in the vehicle interior, whether to activate external circulation and / or open the windows can be determined based on the operating status of the heating and / or air conditioning systems, the vehicle's parking location, and weather conditions. Optionally, activation of external circulation and / or opening of the windows to dissipate odor from the vehicle interior can be performed under one or more of the following conditions: the heating and / or air conditioning systems are operating; the vehicle is parked in an open area; and the weather is clear and the ambient light intensity is greater than a specified value.
[0090] This embodiment accelerates the dissipation of odors in the car by heating the interior, thereby solving the problem of moldy vehicles emitting odors or new cars emitting odors due to materials such as adhesives and asphalt vibration damping plates used in the manufacturing process, avoiding allergies caused by odors in some people, and the problem of reduced vehicle value.
[0091] In one embodiment, Figure 3 A vehicle system is provided, such as Figure 3 As shown, the vehicle system includes a first humidity sensor, a second humidity sensor, a temperature sensor, a weather forecast system, a heating system, an air conditioning system, a window control system, an indoor and outdoor circulation system, and a control system.
[0092] The first humidity sensor, the second humidity sensor, the temperature sensor, the second temperature sensor, and the weather forecast system are used to obtain vehicle interior humidity and weather conditions. Specifically, the first humidity sensor is used to detect the humidity of mold-prone interior trim; the second humidity sensor is used to detect the humidity of the air inside the vehicle. The temperature sensor is used to detect the temperature of the air inside the vehicle. The weather forecast system is used to obtain the cumulative rainfall duration at the vehicle's location. Mold-prone interior trim can include vehicle floor carpets, ceilings, or other interior trim.
[0093] The heating and air conditioning systems are used to adjust the humidity inside the vehicle. Specifically, the heating system includes electric heating wires that heat the vehicle's interior, which is prone to mold, thereby reducing the humidity inside the vehicle. The air conditioning system is used to heat the vehicle interior. Optionally, the air conditioning system can be modified to increase the upper temperature limit, for example, from 30°C to 55°C. The window control system and the interior and exterior circulation system are used to help dissipate odors inside the vehicle.
[0094] The control system is used to control the operation of the heating system, air conditioning system, window control system, and indoor and outdoor circulation system according to the data output by the first humidity sensor, the second humidity sensor, the first temperature sensor, the second temperature sensor, the weather forecast system, and the user's instructions to keep the vehicle interior dry.
[0095] For control systems, Figure 4Provides a daily inspection method to prevent interior mold, such as Figure 4 Shown, incl.
[0096] Step S401, detecting the humidity of the vehicle interior when the vehicle is turned off after driving;
[0097] Step S402, determining whether the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point of the interior; if so, executing step S403, if not, ending the determination.
[0098] Step S403: After sending the preset information to the user and obtaining the user's confirmation, the interior heating system is activated, and the heating time is estimated based on the humidity of the interior and the heating power of the heating system. Activating the heating system includes activating the electric heating wire.
[0099] Step S404, determining whether the humidity of the interior has dropped to a second threshold; if so, the determination ends; if not, executing step S405;
[0100] Step S405 , correcting the heating time according to the humidity of the interior and the humidity inside the vehicle, and running the heating system based on the corrected heating time, and then executing step S404 until the humidity of the interior drops by a second threshold.
[0101] Optionally, during step S403, the humidity outside the vehicle may be detected. If the humidity inside the vehicle exceeds W, external circulation may be activated to reduce the humidity inside the vehicle. W may be set as required. Optionally, a temperature sensor may be provided to obtain the humidity outside the vehicle. If the humidity inside the vehicle is higher than the humidity outside the vehicle, external circulation may be activated.
[0102] Figure 5 Provides a method for preventing vehicle interior from getting moldy in a long-term parking state, such as Figure 5 Shown, including:
[0103] Step S501, when the accumulated parking time is greater than or equal to the first time length, obtaining the accumulated parking days, the humidity of the vehicle interior, the humidity of the air inside the vehicle, and the accumulated rainfall duration obtained from the weather forecast system during the accumulated parking time;
[0104] In step S502 , a plurality of coefficients are obtained according to the accumulated parking days, the humidity of the vehicle interior, the humidity of the air inside the vehicle, and the accumulated rainfall duration.
[0105] Step S503: Integrate multiple coefficients to obtain an integrated coefficient K.
[0106] Step S504 , determining whether the integrated coefficient K is within a preset threshold range, if so, executing step S505 , if not, executing step S501 .
[0107] Optionally, the coefficient n corresponding to the cumulative number of parking days is calculated as follows:
[0108] n = (accumulated number of days of parking - first time length) / 10;
[0109] The value 10 indicates the weight of the cumulative parking days on mold risk. The value of 10 in the coefficient n calculation formula can be modified as needed. A larger value may reduce the weight of the cumulative parking days on the mold risk assessment; conversely, a smaller value may increase the weight of the cumulative parking days on the mold risk assessment. The first time period can be set to 3 days or any other value.
[0110] The calculation method of the coefficient m corresponding to the humidity of the vehicle interior is: if the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the interior humidity balance point, the coefficient m is recorded as 1; if the humidity of the vehicle interior is less than the interior humidity balance point, the coefficient m is recorded as 0
[0111] The coefficient p corresponding to the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is calculated as follows: the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is obtained every other day, and each time it is determined that the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is greater than or equal to a first threshold value P, the coefficient p is increased by 0.1.
[0112] The coefficient q corresponding to the cumulative rainfall duration is calculated as follows: taking 10 hours of rainfall as a base unit, multiplying the number of base units obtained by the cumulative rainfall duration by a preset weight to obtain the coefficient q.
[0113] The integrated coefficient K = n + m + p + q. The threshold range is greater than or equal to 1. It is understandable that the coefficient acquisition and integration methods can be modified, and the threshold range can be modified accordingly according to needs.
[0114] Step S505 , after sending the preset information to the user and obtaining the user's confirmation, the air conditioning system and the heating system of the vehicle are operated.
[0115] Step S506: If the vehicle interior temperature remains above or equal to a third threshold for a predetermined period of time, the air conditioning system and the heating system are turned off. Alternatively, the vehicle air conditioning system heats the air at 55 degrees Celsius and simultaneously activates the vehicle heating system. If the vehicle interior temperature remains above or equal to the third threshold for 20 minutes, the air conditioning system and the heating system are turned off. The predetermined maintenance period may also be set to other values.
[0116] Among them, the preset operating time of the vehicle's air-conditioning system and heating system can be calculated based on the dehumidification amount and the dehumidification amount of the air-conditioning system and heating system.
[0117] According to the humidity of the air in the vehicle and the third threshold value, the required dehumidification amount W1 of the vehicle is calculated:
[0118] W1 = V x P x (X2 - X1) ÷ 1000 x 1.2 (kg / h)
[0119] wherein W1 is the required dehumidification amount (unit, kg / h); V is the volume of the interior space of the vehicle (unit, m 3 ); P is the air density (unit, kg / m 3 ), generally taken as 1.2 as an approximate value; X2 is the absolute humidity of the air in the vehicle before dehumidification (unit, g / m 3 ); X1 is the absolute humidity of the air after dehumidification (unit, g / m 3 ), i.e. the third threshold value; 1.2 is a safety factor for considering the loss and efficiency in the actual dehumidification process.
[0120] The moisture mass W2 heated and dehumidified by the interior heating system per hour is obtained:
[0121] W2 = G (ω1 - ω2) / (1 - ω2)
[0122] wherein W2 is the mass of the moisture evaporated from the interior per hour (unit, kg / h); G is the moisture treatment amount of the heating system per hour (unit, kg / h); ω1 is the initial moisture content of the interior, which is obtained according to the humidity of the vehicle interior; ω2 is the moisture content after drying of the interior, which is obtained according to the second threshold value.
[0123] The dehumidification amount W3 of the air conditioning system per hour is obtained:
[0124] W3 = V x (W in - W out ) x 10-3
[0125] wherein V˙ is the volume flow rate of the air (unit, m 3 / h); Win is the absolute humidity of the air inlet of the air conditioning system (unit, g / m 3 ); W out is the absolute humidity of the air outlet of the air conditioning system (unit, g / m 3 ).
[0126] According to W1, W2 and W3, the preset running time of the air conditioning system and the heating system can be determined.
[0127] Optionally, when the user selects the odor volatilization mode, if the heating system is in the state of heating the interior; or, the vehicle's GPS (Global Positioning System) and camera capture the vehicle's position as being inside the garage; or, the vehicle's GPS and camera capture the vehicle's position as being outside the garage, the weather forecast shows sunny days, and the light sensor measures the ambient light intensity as being greater than a specified value, the window control system can be controlled to open the window gaps and / or the vehicle's interior and exterior circulation system can be controlled to turn on the exterior circulation mode.
[0128] Optionally, before executing step S505 or executing step S403, if the vehicle is a new energy vehicle, a determination is made as to whether the vehicle battery's power level supports the operation of the heating system and / or air conditioning system. If so, the vehicle interior mold prevention method is executed. If the vehicle is a fuel vehicle, a camera in the vehicle is used to confirm whether the vehicle's environment supports the operation of the heating system and / or air conditioning system. If so, the engine is started and the vehicle interior mold prevention method is executed. Confirming the vehicle's environment through the vehicle's camera includes: if the vehicle is located in a single-room garage, determining that the vehicle's exhaust cannot be discharged normally and that the environment does not support the operation.
[0129] This embodiment continuously monitors interior humidity and air humidity to determine the humidity level inside the vehicle. It intelligently determines the risk of mold inside and outside the interior based on the interior humidity, and the risk of mold outside the interior based on the air humidity. Combined with collected environmental parameters such as weather conditions, it intelligently decides whether to activate the heating system and circulation mode, effectively eliminating the chain of interior mold and fundamentally resolving the problem of moisture-related mold in vehicle interiors. Furthermore, the heating and air conditioning systems not only prevent mold but also accelerate the dissipation of chemical odors from new car interiors, reducing the intensity of the odor.
[0130] Based on the same inventive concept, embodiments of the present application also provide a control system for implementing the aforementioned vehicle interior mold prevention method. The solution provided by this control system embodiment is similar to the solution described in the aforementioned method. Therefore, the specific limitations of one or more vehicle embodiments provided below can be found in the aforementioned limitations of the vehicle interior mold prevention method and will not be further elaborated here.
[0131] In one embodiment, a control system is provided, which is used to implement the steps in the above method embodiments. Figure 6 A schematic diagram of a control system is provided, such as Figure 6As shown, the control system includes: a data acquisition module, a coefficient generation module and an operation module, wherein: the data acquisition module is used to obtain the humidity and weather conditions inside the vehicle during the continuous shutdown time if the vehicle is shut down after driving and the shutdown time is greater than or equal to a first time length; the coefficient generation module is used to obtain coefficients affecting interior mold according to the humidity, weather conditions and continuous shutdown time inside the vehicle, and integrate the coefficients; the operation module is used to start the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior if the value of the integrated coefficient is within a preset threshold range.
[0132] In one embodiment, a control system obtains a coefficient affecting interior mold based on the humidity inside the vehicle, including: obtaining the humidity of the air inside the vehicle based on a preset time interval during the continuous engine off time; comparing the humidity of the air inside the vehicle with a first threshold; and obtaining a second coefficient corresponding to the humidity inside the vehicle based on the number of times the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is greater than or equal to the first threshold and a preset weight corresponding to the number of times.
[0133] In one embodiment, a control system obtains a coefficient that affects interior mold based on the humidity inside the vehicle, including: obtaining the humidity of the vehicle interior during the continuous engine-off time and the humidity balance point of the vehicle interior; if the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, adjusting a first coefficient corresponding to the humidity inside the vehicle so that the value of the integrated coefficient is within a preset threshold range.
[0134] In one embodiment, the control system obtains a coefficient affecting interior mold based on weather conditions, including: obtaining the cumulative time during which the weather conditions meet the preset weather conditions during the continuous engine shutdown time; and obtaining a coefficient corresponding to the weather conditions based on the cumulative time.
[0135] In one embodiment, the control system obtains a coefficient affecting interior mold based on the continuous flameout time, including: removing a first time length from the continuous flameout time to obtain a second time length; and obtaining a coefficient corresponding to the continuous flameout time based on the second time length.
[0136] In one embodiment, before the control system executes the step of obtaining the humidity balance point of the vehicle interior, the humidity inside the vehicle, and the weather conditions during the continuous flameout time if the vehicle is shut down after driving and the flameout time is greater than or equal to a first time length, the execution method also includes: obtaining the humidity of the vehicle interior and the humidity balance point of the vehicle interior when the vehicle is shut down after driving; if the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, starting the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0137] In one embodiment, before the control system starts the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, the method also includes: when the vehicle includes an internal combustion engine, determining whether the surrounding environment of the vehicle meets the starting requirements of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior; when the vehicle includes an electric motor, determining whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the starting requirements of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
[0138] In one embodiment, after the control system starts the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior, the method also includes: turning off the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior when it is determined that the humidity of the interior is less than or equal to a second threshold; or turning off the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior when it is determined that the air temperature inside the vehicle is always greater than or equal to a third threshold within a third time length.
[0139] In one embodiment, the control system obtains coefficients affecting interior mold based on the humidity, weather conditions, and continuous engine-off time inside the vehicle, including: obtaining the parking position of the vehicle; and adjusting the coefficients affecting interior mold based on the humidity, weather conditions, and continuous engine-off time inside the vehicle according to the parking position.
[0140] Each module of the above embodiment can be implemented in whole or in part by software, hardware, or a combination thereof. Each module can be embedded in or independent of a processor in a computer device in the form of hardware, or can be stored in a memory in the computer device in the form of software, so that the processor can call and execute the corresponding operations of each module.
[0141] In one embodiment, a vehicle is provided, comprising a control system, an air conditioning system, and a vehicle interior heating system. The control system is configured to implement the steps of the aforementioned method embodiments. The air conditioning system is configured to adjust the air temperature inside the vehicle, and the heating system is configured to heat the vehicle interior.
[0142] Among them, the air conditioning system can heat the temperature inside the vehicle. Optionally, the heating temperature of the air conditioning system can be increased from 30°C to 55°C, so that the interior of the vehicle can be better prevented from mold when the air conditioning system is running. The heating system may include a heating wire. Optionally, the heating system is used to heat the interior of the vehicle that is prone to mold, including the ceiling, carpet, etc. Optionally, when the vehicle is a new energy vehicle, the heating system can be powered directly from the battery or charging port without starting the engine.
[0143] In one embodiment, a computer device is provided. The computer device may be a server, and its internal structure diagram may be as follows: Figure 7As shown. The computer device includes a processor, a memory, an input / output interface (Input / Output, abbreviated as I / O) and a communication interface. The processor, memory and input / output interface are connected through a system bus, and the communication interface is connected to the system bus through the input / output interface. The processor of the computer device is used to provide computing and control capabilities. The memory of the computer device includes a non-volatile storage medium and an internal memory. The non-volatile storage medium stores an operating system, a computer program and a database. The internal memory provides an environment for the operation of the operating system and computer program in the non-volatile storage medium. The database of the computer device is used to store humidity and weather status data inside the vehicle. The input / output interface of the computer device is used to exchange information between the processor and an external device. The communication interface of the computer device is used to communicate with an external terminal through a network connection. When the computer program is executed by the processor, a method for preventing mold in vehicle interiors is implemented.
[0144] Those skilled in the art will understand that Figure 7 The structure shown in the figure is only a block diagram of a part of the structure related to the solution of the present application, and does not constitute a limitation on the computer device to which the solution of the present application is applied. The specific computer device may include more or fewer components than shown in the figure, or combine certain components, or have a different component arrangement.
[0145] In one embodiment, a computer device is further provided, including a memory and a processor. The memory stores a computer program, and the processor implements the steps in the above method embodiments when executing the computer program.
[0146] In one embodiment, a computer-readable storage medium is provided, on which a computer program is stored. When the computer program is executed by a processor, the steps in the above-mentioned method embodiments are implemented.
[0147] In one embodiment, a computer program product is provided, including a computer program, which implements the steps in the above method embodiments when executed by a processor.
[0148] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that all or part of the processes in the above-mentioned embodiment methods can be implemented by instructing the relevant hardware through a computer program, and the computer program can be stored in a non-volatile computer-readable storage medium. When the computer program is executed, it can include the processes of the embodiments of the above-mentioned methods. Among them, any reference to memory, database or other media used in the embodiments provided in this application may include at least one of non-volatile and volatile memory. Non-volatile memory may include read-only memory (ROM), magnetic tape, floppy disk, flash memory, optical memory, high-density embedded non-volatile memory, resistive random access memory (ReRAM), magnetic random access memory (MRAM), ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM), phase change memory (PCM), graphene memory, etc. Volatile memory may include random access memory (RAM) or external cache memory, etc. By way of illustration and not limitation, RAM can be in various forms, such as static random access memory (SRAM) or dynamic random access memory (DRAM). The database involved in the various embodiments provided herein may include at least one of a relational database and a non-relational database. Non-relational databases may include, but are not limited to, distributed databases based on blockchains. The processor involved in the various embodiments provided herein may be, but are not limited to, a general-purpose processor, a central processing unit, a graphics processing unit, a digital signal processor, a programmable logic unit, a data processing logic unit based on quantum computing, and the like.
[0149] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined arbitrarily. To make the description concise, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.
[0150] The above-described embodiments merely represent several implementation methods of the present application. While the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present application. It should be noted that a person of ordinary skill in the art may make various modifications and improvements without departing from the spirit of the present application, and these modifications and improvements fall within the scope of protection of the present application. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present application shall be determined by the appended claims.
Claims
1. A method for preventing mold from forming on vehicle interiors, characterized in that: The method comprises: If the vehicle is turned off after driving and the duration of the engine being turned off is greater than or equal to a first time length, then obtaining the humidity and weather conditions inside the vehicle during the duration of the engine being turned off; Obtaining coefficients affecting interior mold according to the humidity inside the vehicle, the weather conditions, and the continuous engine shutdown time, and integrating the coefficients; If the integrated value of the coefficient is within a preset threshold range, the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are started.
2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The coefficients affecting interior mold are obtained according to the humidity inside the vehicle, including: obtaining the humidity of the air in the vehicle based on a preset time interval during the continuous engine off time; comparing the humidity of the air inside the vehicle with a first threshold; A second coefficient corresponding to the humidity inside the vehicle is obtained according to the number of times the humidity of the air inside the vehicle is greater than or equal to a first threshold and a preset weight corresponding to the number of times.
3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that The coefficients affecting interior mold are obtained according to the humidity inside the vehicle, including: Obtaining the humidity of the vehicle interior during the continuous engine-off time and the humidity equilibrium point of the vehicle interior; If the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, the first coefficient corresponding to the humidity inside the vehicle is adjusted so that the value of the integrated coefficient is within the preset threshold range.
4. The method according to claim 1, wherein The coefficients affecting interior mold are obtained based on the weather conditions, including: Obtaining the cumulative time during which the weather condition meets the preset weather condition during the continuous engine-off time; A coefficient corresponding to the weather state is obtained according to the accumulated time.
5. The method according to claim 1, wherein The coefficient affecting interior mold is obtained according to the continuous engine off time, including: Subtracting the first time length from the continuous flameout time to obtain a second time length; A coefficient corresponding to the continuous flameout time is obtained according to the second time length.
6. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that If the vehicle is turned off after driving and the duration of the engine being turned off is greater than or equal to the first time length, then before obtaining the humidity balance point of the vehicle interior, the humidity inside the vehicle, and the weather conditions during the duration of the engine being turned off, the method further includes: When the vehicle is turned off after driving, obtaining the humidity of the vehicle interior and the humidity equilibrium point of the vehicle interior; If the humidity of the vehicle interior is greater than or equal to the humidity balance point, the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are started.
7. The method according to claim 1 or 6, characterized in that Before starting the vehicle interior air conditioning system and / or the vehicle interior heating system, the method further includes: In the case where the vehicle includes an internal combustion engine, determining whether the surrounding environment of the vehicle meets the activation requirements of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior; In the case where the vehicle includes an electric motor, it is determined whether the battery power of the vehicle meets the start-up requirements of the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior.
8. The method according to claim 1 or 6, characterized in that After starting the vehicle interior air conditioning system and / or the vehicle interior heating system, the method further includes: If it is determined that the humidity of the interior is less than or equal to a second threshold, turning off the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the interior of the vehicle; or When it is determined that the air temperature inside the vehicle is always greater than or equal to a third threshold value within a third time period, the air conditioning system inside the vehicle and / or the heating system of the vehicle interior are turned off.
9. A control system, characterized in that: The control system is used to implement the method according to any one of claims 1 to 8.
10. A vehicle, characterized in that: Including control system, air conditioning system and vehicle interior heating system; among them, The control system is used to implement the method according to any one of claims 1 to 8; The air conditioning system is used to adjust the air temperature inside the vehicle; The heating system is used to heat the interior of the vehicle.
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