Radian-adjustable air conditioning suit temperature conduction heat pipe assembly and dynamic adaptation method thereof

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of air conditioning suit temperature conduction accessories, and discloses an air conditioning suit temperature conduction heat pipe assembly with adjustable radian, which comprises a contact radian detection module, and a flexible hinge heat pipe module is arranged on the outer side of the contact radian detection module. The flexible hinged heat pipe module comprises a plurality of radian changing pipes and a plurality of hinged shafts, every two radian changing pipes are hinged through the corresponding hinged shaft, a copper net enhanced heat conduction layer is arranged at the hinged position of each radian changing pipe, and heat flow continuity is achieved during enhanced bending; each gear switch is arranged on the manual adjusting module, the position of the radian can be manually adjusted through the rotary switch, the position is limited through the limiting spring after the ratchet wheel piece is locked, the needed section can be adjusted to be within the appropriate radian according to the self requirement, and the radian of the heat pipe is dynamically matched with the human body curved surface. The problems of uneven heat transfer and uncomfortable wearing caused by rigid fixation of a traditional heat pipe are avoided, and the heat transfer effect and the user experience are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the technical field of temperature conduction accessories for air-conditioned clothing, specifically an adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing. Background Technology

[0002] Air-conditioned clothing uses a main unit to supply liquid flow, which facilitates temperature exchange within the body to achieve a comfortable temperature. The liquid exchange pipeline can be connected to the clothing, and the flow is achieved through inlet and outlet water pipes, reducing the discomfort caused by the external environment for the wearer. Traditional air-conditioned clothing has a fixed-curvature heat pipe design, which cannot conform to different body shapes or postures, such as the curve of the human body when bending over or turning around, resulting in a decrease in local heat transfer efficiency. Adjustable heat pipes have a more complex structure, resulting in a heavier overall weight. Furthermore, the flow of the working fluid inside the heat pipe is obstructed after adjustment, leading to a significant decrease in heat transfer power. The curvature adjustment operation is cumbersome and lacks a quick locking mechanism, affecting the user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an adjustable curvature heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing. By adjusting a section to a suitable curvature according to individual needs, the curvature of the heat pipe can be dynamically adapted to the curvature of the human body, avoiding the problems of uneven heat transfer and discomfort caused by the rigid fixation of traditional heat pipes, thus improving heat transfer effect and user experience, and effectively solving the problems in the background art.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0005] An adjustable curvature air-conditioning garment temperature conduction heat pipe assembly includes a contact curvature detection module. A flexible hinged heat pipe module is provided on the outer side of the contact curvature detection module. The flexible hinged heat pipe module includes several curvature-changing tubes and several hinge shafts. Every two curvature-changing tubes are hinged together by the hinge shafts. A copper mesh-reinforced heat-conducting layer is provided at the hinge point of each curvature-changing tube to ensure continuous heat flow during reinforced bending. An inner connecting shaft is connected within the hinge shaft, and a limiting spring is sleeved on the outer side of the inner connecting shaft. The preset curvature is restored after being triggered by heating via the limiting spring. The contact curvature detection module includes a contact surface strip and several pressure sensors. The pressure sensors perform pressure feedback calibration and adaptively adjust the position of the curvature-changing tubes according to the changing position.

[0006] As a further aspect of the present invention: the inside of the arc-changing tube has a gradient transmission hole, and the porosity of the outer side of the arc-changing tube is greater than that of the inner side, thereby reducing the influence of gravity on the recirculation of the working fluid.

[0007] As a further embodiment of the present invention: the hinge shaft is covered with a flexible sealing bellows, the flexible sealing bellows being corrugated and made of stainless steel.

[0008] As a further embodiment of the present invention: the hinge shaft is provided with a manual adjustment module, the manual adjustment module including a motion coupling, a gear switch and a ratchet for locking the control position, and the horizontally distributed hinge shafts are connected through the motion coupling.

[0009] As a further embodiment of the present invention: several of the aforementioned curvature changing tubes and the contact surface strip are fixed inside the air-conditioning garment, the gear switch is located on the outside of the air-conditioning garment, and the curvature changing tubes are made of carbon fiber-PEEK composite material.

[0010] As a further embodiment of the present invention: a plurality of pressure sensors are fixedly connected within the contact surface strip, the detection end of the pressure sensor is flush with the contact surface strip, and the fit of the human body contact surface is detected by the contact position between the pressure sensor and the contact surface strip.

[0011] As a further aspect of the present invention: a hydrophobic gas-conducting membrane is provided on the outer side of the arc-changing tube. The hydrophobic gas-conducting membrane is made of polytetrafluoroethylene and has micropores.

[0012] As a further aspect of the present invention, an adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing includes the following usage methods:

[0013] A: The pressure sensor detects the human posture and analyzes the motion arc with the controller. The motor drives the hinge shaft unit to adjust, perform pressure feedback calibration, and set a safe arc. When the bending exceeds the limit or the temperature is too high, it automatically switches to the safe arc and alarms.

[0014] B: The manual adjustment module has switches for each gear position. The position of the arc can be manually adjusted by rotating the switch. After being locked by the ratchet, the position is limited by the limit spring. According to one's own needs, the required section can be adjusted to a suitable arc.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] The pressure sensor detects human posture and, in conjunction with the controller, analyzes the motion arc. The motor-driven hinge shaft unit adjusts the arc, performs pressure feedback calibration, and has a set safety arc. When bending exceeds the limit or the temperature is too high, it automatically switches to the safety arc and triggers an alarm. The manual adjustment module has switches for various positions, allowing manual adjustment of the arc position via rotary switches. After locking by a ratchet mechanism, the position is limited by a limit spring. According to individual needs, a specific section can be adjusted to a suitable arc, achieving dynamic adaptation of the heat pipe arc to the human body's curvature. This avoids the uneven heat transfer and discomfort caused by the rigid fixation of traditional heat pipes, improving heat transfer efficiency and user experience. Attached Figure Description

[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for an air-conditioned garment with adjustable curvature.

[0019] Figure 2 An exploded view of a flexible hinged heat pipe module in an adjustable-curvature air-conditioning garment temperature conduction heat pipe assembly.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the pore distribution of gradient transmission holes in a temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for an adjustable curvature air-conditioned garment.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a system diagram of a manual adjustment module in an adjustable arc-shaped air-conditioned clothing temperature conduction heat pipe assembly;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a system diagram of automatic arc control in an adjustable arc-shaped heat transfer pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Flexible articulated heat pipe module; 11. Curvature variation tube; 111. Gradient transmission hole; 12. Articulated shaft; 13. Inner connecting shaft; 14. Limiting spring; 15. Copper mesh reinforced thermal conductive layer; 2. Manual adjustment module; 3. Motion coupling component; 4. Contact curvature detection module; 41. Contact surface strip; 42. Pressure sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0024] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects to be solved by the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0025] Please see Figures 1 to 5In this embodiment of the invention, an adjustable curvature air-conditioning garment temperature conduction heat pipe assembly includes a contact curvature detection module 4. A flexible hinged heat pipe module 1 is provided on the outside of the contact curvature detection module 4. The flexible hinged heat pipe module 1 includes several curvature changing tubes 11 and several hinge shafts 12. Every two curvature changing tubes 11 are hinged together by the hinge shaft 12. A copper mesh reinforced heat-conducting layer 15 is provided at the hinge of each curvature changing tube 11 to ensure continuous heat flow during reinforced bending. An inner connecting shaft 13 is connected inside the hinge shaft 12. A limiting spring 14 is sleeved on the outside of the inner connecting shaft 13. After being heated and triggered by the limiting spring 14, the preset curvature is restored. The contact curvature detection module 4 includes a contact surface strip 41 and several pressure sensors 42. The pressure sensors 42 perform pressure feedback calibration and adaptively adjust the position of the curvature changing tubes 11 according to the changing position.

[0026] In this implementation scheme: Temperature is conducted using a flexible hinged heat pipe module 1 by wearing an air-conditioning garment. The flexible hinged heat pipe module 1 includes several arc-changing tubes 11 and several hinge shafts 12. Each pair of arc-changing tubes 11 is hinged together by a hinge shaft 12. A copper mesh reinforced heat-conducting layer 15 is provided at the hinge point of each arc-changing tube 11. Each segment is connected by a flexible hinge unit. The copper mesh reinforced heat-conducting layer 15 ensures continuous heat flow during bending. An inner connecting shaft 13 is connected inside the hinge shaft 12, and a limiting spring 14 is sleeved on the outside of the inner connecting shaft 13. The limiting spring 14 restores the preset arc after being triggered by heating. A shape memory alloy limiting spring 14 is embedded in the hinge unit, restoring the preset arc after being triggered by heating, such as 30°, 60°, or 90°. It can be reset with one click or a custom arc can be stored as needed. The arc-changing tube 11 has a gradient transmission hole 111 inside. The outer side of the arc-changing tube 11 when bent... The porosity is greater than that of the inner part, reducing the influence of gravity on the backflow of the working fluid. The working fluid can be a mixture of acetone and ammonia. By adjusting the porosity and designing the trapezoidal shape, it is ensured that the liquid can uniformly fill the entire tube when the heat pipe is bent, avoiding excessive pressure loss or uneven flow of the liquid in the pipe. The hinge shaft 12 is covered with a flexible sealing bellows. The flexible sealing bellows is corrugated and made of stainless steel. It can expand and contract axially by ±15% when bent, avoiding vacuum failure or working fluid leakage due to deformation. Several arc-changing tubes 11 and contact surface bands 41 are fixed inside the air-conditioning suit. The gear switch is located on the outside of the air-conditioning suit. The arc-changing tubes 11 are made of carbon fiber-PEEK composite material, which is lightweight and has a good bending fatigue life. A hydrophobic air-conducting membrane is provided on the outside of the arc-changing tubes 11. The hydrophobic air-conducting membrane is made of polytetrafluoroethylene and has micropores, which has good air permeability and can prevent condensate retention.

[0027] The contact curvature detection module 4 includes a contact surface strip 41 and several pressure sensors 42. The pressure sensors 42 are fixedly connected within the contact surface strip 41, with their detection ends flush with the contact surface strip 41. The module detects the fit of the human body to the contact surface by measuring the contact position between the pressure sensors 42 and the contact surface strip 41. The pressure sensors 42 perform pressure feedback calibration, adaptively adjusting the position of the curvature change tube 11 based on changes in position. The pressure sensors 42 detect the human body posture and, in conjunction with the controller, analyze the motion curvature. The pressure sensors 42 also detect pressure. If the pressure is too high, the arc changing tube 11 can be controlled to move outward; if the detected pressure is too low, the arc changing tube 11 moves inward. The adjustment is driven by the micro motor to the hinge shaft 12 unit for pressure feedback calibration. A safe arc is set, and it automatically switches to the safe arc and alarms when the bending exceeds the limit or the temperature is too high. If bending occurs during use, the arc changing tube 11 automatically adjusts to 90° arc according to the bending action to ensure that the back temperature is efficiently transferred to the lumbar spine area. The arc dynamically adapts to the curvature of the human body, and the heat conduction is uniform.

[0028] The hinge shaft 12 is equipped with a manual adjustment module 2, which includes a motion coupling 3, a gear switch, and a ratchet for locking the control position. The horizontally distributed hinge shafts 12 are connected by the motion coupling 3. The manual adjustment module 2 has various gear switches. The position of the arc can be manually adjusted by rotating the switch. After being locked by the ratchet, the position is limited by the limit spring 14. According to one's own needs, the required section can be adjusted to a suitable arc. During use, if the patient is in a lying position, the arc changing tube 11 needs to be shaped to 120° to precisely fit the spinal curve for local cooling treatment. The fluid flow can be controlled by the air conditioning unit. During manual adjustment, the gear switch can be operated to rotate the hinge part of the arc changing tube 11. When the desired position is reached, the ratchet can lock the position, and the limit spring 14 limits the set position. It can be adjusted in both manual and automatic modes to adapt to different scenario needs.

[0029] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the present invention also provides a method for using an adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing, the specific steps of which are as follows:

[0030] A: The pressure sensor 42 detects human posture and analyzes the motion arc with the controller. The motor drives the hinge shaft 12 unit to adjust, perform pressure feedback calibration, and set a safe arc. When bending exceeds the limit or the temperature is too high, it automatically switches to the safe arc and alarms.

[0031] B: The manual adjustment module 2 has switches for each gear position. The position of the arc can be manually adjusted by rotating the switch. After being locked by the ratchet, the position is limited by the limit spring 14. According to your own needs, you can adjust the required section to a suitable arc.

[0032] The working principle of this invention is as follows: Temperature is conducted using a flexible hinged heat pipe module 1 while wearing an air-conditioning garment. Each pair of arc-changing tubes 11 is hinged together by a hinge shaft 12. A copper mesh-reinforced heat-conducting layer 15 is provided at the hinge point of each arc-changing tube 11. Each segment is connected by a flexible hinge unit. The copper mesh-reinforced heat-conducting layer 15 ensures continuous heat flow during bending. The preset arc is restored after being triggered by heating by a limiting spring 14. A shape memory alloy limiting spring 14 is embedded in the hinge unit. After being triggered by heating, the preset arc is restored, such as 30°, 60°, or 90°. A one-click reset or custom arc storage is possible as needed. The arc-changing tube 11 has gradient transmission holes 111 inside. The porosity on the outer side of the arc-changing tube 11 is greater than that on the inner side, reducing... The influence of gravity on the working fluid reflux is addressed by adjusting the porosity and designing the trapezoidal shape to ensure that the liquid can uniformly fill the entire pipe when it bends, avoiding excessive pressure loss or uneven flow. The hinge shaft 12 is covered with a flexible sealing bellows, allowing for axial expansion and contraction of ±15% during bending, preventing vacuum failure or working fluid leakage due to deformation. Several curvature-changing tubes 11 and contact surface strips 41 are fixed inside the air-conditioning suit, while the gear switch is located on the outside. A hydrophobic air-guiding membrane is provided on the outside of the curvature-changing tubes 11. The hydrophobic air-guiding membrane is made of polytetrafluoroethylene and has micropores, providing good air permeability and preventing condensate retention. The contact curvature detection module 4 includes contact surface strips 41 and several pressure sensors 42. Force sensor 42 is fixedly connected inside contact surface strip 41. The detection end of pressure sensor 42 is flush with contact surface strip 41. The contact position between pressure sensor 42 and contact surface strip 41 detects the fit of the human body contact surface. Pressure sensor 42 performs pressure feedback calibration and adaptively adjusts the position of curvature changing tube 11 according to the changing position. Pressure sensor 42 detects human posture and analyzes the motion curvature in conjunction with the controller. Pressure sensor 42 detects changes in pressure. If the pressure is high, it can control the curvature changing tube 11 to move outward. If the detected pressure is low, the curvature changing tube 11 moves inward. The adjustment is driven by a micro motor to the hinge shaft 12 unit. Pressure feedback calibration is performed, and a safety curvature is set. Bending beyond the limit or When the temperature is too high, it automatically switches to a safe curvature and alarms. During use, if bending over occurs, the curvature adjustment tube 11 automatically adjusts to a 90° curvature based on the bending motion, ensuring efficient heat transfer from the back to the lumbar region. The curvature dynamically adapts to the human body's surface, resulting in good temperature uniformity. A manual adjustment module 2 is provided on the hinge shaft 12. The horizontally distributed hinge shafts 12 are connected by a motion coupling 3. The manual adjustment module 2 has switches for various positions; the curvature position can be manually adjusted by rotating the switches. After locking by a ratchet, the position is limited by a limit spring 14. According to individual needs, a suitable curvature can be adjusted to the required section. During use, if in a lying position, the curvature adjustment tube 11 should be oriented to 120°.This device precisely conforms to the spinal curve for localized cooling treatment. The fluid flow can be controlled via the air conditioning unit. Manual adjustment is possible via a speed switch that rotates the hinged part of the curvature-changing tube 11. At the desired position, the ratchet locks in place, and the set position is limited by the limit spring 14. It offers both manual and automatic modes to adapt to different scenarios.

[0033] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing, comprising a contact curvature detection module (4), characterized in that, The contact curvature detection module (4) is provided with a flexible hinged heat pipe module (1) on its outside. The flexible hinged heat pipe module (1) includes several curvature changing tubes (11) and several hinge shafts (12). Each pair of curvature changing tubes (11) is hinged through the hinge shaft (12). A copper mesh reinforced heat-conducting layer (15) is provided at the hinge of each curvature changing tube (11) so that the heat flow is continuous when the tube is bent. An inner connecting shaft (13) is connected inside the hinge shaft (12). A limiting spring (14) is sleeved on the outside of the inner connecting shaft (13). The preset curvature is restored after being heated and triggered by the limiting spring (14). The contact curvature detection module (4) includes a contact surface strip (41) and several pressure sensors (42). The pressure sensors (42) perform pressure feedback calibration and adaptively adjust the position of the curvature changing tubes (11) according to the changing position.

2. The adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The arc-changing tube (11) has a gradient transmission hole (111) inside. The porosity of the outer side of the arc-changing tube (11) is greater than that of the inner side, which reduces the influence of gravity on the return flow of the working fluid.

3. The adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hinge shaft (12) is covered with a flexible sealing bellows, which is corrugated and made of stainless steel.

4. The adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hinge shaft (12) is provided with a manual adjustment module (2), which includes a motion coupling (3), a gear switch and a ratchet for locking the control position. The horizontally distributed hinge shaft (12) is connected through the motion coupling (3).

5. The adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing according to claim 4, characterized in that, Several of the aforementioned curvature changing tubes (11) and the contact surface strip (41) are fixed inside the air-conditioned garment, and the gear switch is located on the outside of the air-conditioned garment. The curvature changing tubes (11) are made of carbon fiber-PEEK composite material.

6. The adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, Several pressure sensors (42) are fixedly connected inside the contact surface strip (41). The detection end of the pressure sensor (42) is flush with the contact surface strip (41). The fit of the human body contact surface is detected by the contact position of the pressure sensor (42) and the contact surface strip (41).

7. The adjustable curvature temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing according to claim 1, characterized in that, The arc-changing tube (11) is provided with a hydrophobic gas-conducting membrane on its outer side. The hydrophobic gas-conducting membrane is made of polytetrafluoroethylene and has micropores.

8. An adjustable-arc temperature conduction heat pipe assembly for air-conditioned clothing according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that: Dynamic adaptation methods include the following: A: The pressure sensor (42) detects the human posture and analyzes the motion arc in conjunction with the controller. The motor drives the hinge shaft (12) unit to adjust, perform pressure feedback calibration, and set a safe arc. When the bending exceeds the limit or the temperature is too high, it automatically switches to the safe arc and alarms. B: The manual adjustment module (2) has switches for each gear position. The position of the arc can be manually adjusted by rotating the switch. After being locked by the ratchet, the position is limited by the limit spring (14). According to one's own needs, the required section can be adjusted to a suitable arc.

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