Instrument desk assembly and vehicle

Abstract

The invention discloses an instrument desk assembly and a vehicle, and relates to the technical field of vehicles. The instrument desk assembly comprises an instrument desk, an air guide pipe and a humidifying module, wherein an air outlet is defined in the instrument desk; an air duct is defined by the air guide pipe, one end of the air duct is used for being communicated with an air source, and the other end of the air duct is communicated with the air outlet; the humidifying module comprises a main body part connected with the pipe wall of the air guide pipe, and a water storage cavity is defined in the main body part; wherein a plurality of first capillary holes are defined in the pipe wall of the air guide pipe, and the first capillary holes are communicated with the water storage cavity and the air channel. The humidification module of the instrument desk assembly does not need to be driven by additional power, and energy consumption and system complexity are effectively reduced while the requirement for humidification in a vehicle is met.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of vehicle technology, and more particularly to an instrument panel assembly and a vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] As living standards improve, consumers are increasingly demanding higher levels of comfort in their vehicles, making precise control of in-car environmental parameters a key research and development direction for the automotive industry. In heating scenarios, when the hot air mode is activated, the increased temperature leads to a significant decrease in relative humidity. The resulting "dry, hot air" causes the relative humidity inside the car to fall below the human comfort range, negatively impacting the driving experience and potentially causing complications such as dry nose and eyes in sensitive individuals. Therefore, the need for humidification in in-car heating scenarios is becoming increasingly urgent.

[0003] Currently, all in-vehicle humidification products on the market need to be equipped with water delivery or atomization mechanisms such as pumps and atomizing modules, relying on electric power to generate and transport water vapor. This not only increases vehicle energy consumption but also increases the complexity of the product structure and manufacturing costs. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a dashboard assembly that requires no additional power drive, effectively reducing energy consumption and system complexity while meeting the in-vehicle humidification requirements.

[0005] The present invention also proposes a vehicle having the above-described instrument panel assembly.

[0006] An instrument panel assembly according to a first aspect of the present invention includes: An instrument panel, wherein the instrument panel is defined by an air outlet; An air duct, wherein the air duct defines an air channel, one end of the air channel is used to connect to an air source, and the other end is connected to the air outlet; A humidification module, the humidification module including a main body connected to the wall of the air duct, the main body defining a water storage cavity; The air duct wall is defined by a plurality of first capillary pores, which connect the water storage chamber and the air duct.

[0007] The instrument panel assembly according to embodiments of the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects: The humidification module of this application requires no additional power drive, relying solely on capillary action to achieve continuous water molecule transport and natural evaporation. This effectively reduces energy consumption and system complexity while meeting the in-vehicle humidification needs. Furthermore, existing humidification devices are prone to icing failure in low-temperature environments. This application, by integrating the humidification module into the air duct, utilizes the temperature of the warm air to maintain the ambient temperature around the water storage chamber, effectively preventing water freezing in the storage chamber and capillaries, ensuring stable operation of the humidification function in cold conditions. The higher the temperature of the warm air, the lower the surface tension of the water, and the higher the evaporation rate, further enhancing the humidification effect. This avoids the problem of higher air temperature leading to drier conditions in existing technologies, achieving a synergy between temperature and humidification efficiency.

[0008] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the air duct is inclined and the distance between the air duct and the vehicle floor gradually increases along the air outlet direction of the air duct.

[0009] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the air duct includes a humidifying part having the first capillary pores and a buffer part having a buffer tank, the buffer part and the humidifying part being arranged sequentially along the air outlet direction, and the buffer tank being used to store water flowing out from the humidifying part.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the humidification module further includes a pressure balancing component disposed in the water storage cavity. The pressure balancing component defines a first balancing channel, one end of which is connected to the air duct, and the other end is configured to extend to the area above the liquid surface of the water storage cavity.

[0011] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the first balancing channel is a capillary channel, or the diameter of the first balancing channel gradually decreases along the direction from the air duct to the water storage chamber.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the humidification module further includes a start / stop element disposed in the first balance channel, the start / stop element being used to adjust the conductivity of the first balance channel, the start / stop element being configured to increase the conductivity of the first balance channel in response to an increase in temperature.

[0013] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the air duct includes a humidifying part having the first capillary pores and a balancing part communicating with the first balancing channel, wherein the balancing part and the humidifying part are arranged sequentially along the air outlet direction; The inner wall of the air duct is connected to a flow guiding protrusion, which protrudes from the inner wall and is located between the balance section and the humidification section along the air outlet direction.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the top end of the main body is connected to the instrument panel, the top end of the main body is provided with a water inlet, the water inlet is in communication with the water storage chamber, the humidification module further includes a cover covering the water inlet; the cover defines a second balance channel penetrating the cover, the second balance channel is in communication with the water storage chamber and the external environment, the cover further includes a sealing plug, the sealing plug having a closed state of blocking the second balance channel and an open state of exiting the second balance channel.

[0015] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the main body includes a bottom wall connected to the outer wall of the air duct, the bottom wall defining a plurality of second capillary pores, the second capillary pores communicating with the water storage cavity and the first capillary pore, so that the water storage cavity, the second capillary pores, the first capillary pore and the air duct are sequentially connected.

[0016] A vehicle according to a second aspect of the present invention includes the dashboard assembly mentioned in any of the foregoing embodiments.

[0017] Additional aspects and advantages of the invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments, wherein: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the vehicle structure according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the humidification module and the air duct in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connection between the humidification module and the air duct in an embodiment of the present invention (with a buffer, a guide protrusion and an air pressure balancing component). Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection between the humidification module and the air duct in an embodiment of the present invention (with start / stop mechanism). Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram (with a cover) showing the connection between the humidification module and the air duct in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] Figure label: Instrument panel 100; Air outlet 110; Air duct 200; air channel 210; first capillary pore 220; humidification section 230; buffer section 240; buffer tank 241; balancing section 250; airflow guide protrusion 260; Humidification module 300; water storage chamber 301; main body 310; water inlet 311; second capillary pore 312; air pressure balancing component 320; first balancing channel 330; start / stop component 340; cover 350; second balancing channel 351. Detailed Implementation

[0020] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0021] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting this invention.

[0022] In the description of this invention, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. The use of "first" and "second" in the description is merely for distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0023] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "set up," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0024] In the description of this invention, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of the invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0025] As living standards improve, consumers are increasingly demanding higher levels of comfort in their vehicles, making precise control of in-car environmental parameters a key research and development direction for the automotive industry. In heating scenarios, when the hot air mode is activated, the increased temperature leads to a significant decrease in relative humidity. The resulting "dry, hot air" causes the relative humidity inside the car to fall below the human comfort range, negatively impacting the driving experience and potentially causing complications such as dry nose and eyes in sensitive individuals. Therefore, the need for humidification in in-car heating scenarios is becoming increasingly urgent.

[0026] Currently, all in-vehicle humidification products on the market need to be equipped with water delivery or atomization mechanisms such as pumps and atomizing modules, relying on electric power to generate and transport water vapor. This not only increases vehicle energy consumption but also increases the complexity of the product structure and manufacturing costs.

[0027] To address the aforementioned problems, this application proposes an instrument panel assembly, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the dashboard assembly includes a dashboard 100, an air duct 200, and a humidification module 300. The dashboard 100, as the main structure of the dashboard assembly, primarily serves to support and install various functional components within the vehicle, and also serves to conceal internal mechanical structures and enhance the aesthetics of the cabin. An air vent 110 is provided on the dashboard 100, which guides airflow from the air conditioning system into the passenger compartment. The air duct 200 is located inside the dashboard 100 and has a hollow structure, internally defining an air outlet 210. One end of the air outlet 210 connects to an air source, and the other end connects to the air outlet 110, guiding airflow through the humidification module 300 and then into the passenger compartment through the air outlet 110. For example, the air source can be the heating core of a heating system, using engine waste heat to heat the airflow to provide warm air.

[0028] The humidification module 300 is connected to the wall of the air duct 200 so that the airflow can be humidified by the humidification module 300 as it flows through the air duct 210. Specifically, for example... Figure 2 As shown, the humidification module 300 includes a main body 310, which is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the air duct 200. A water storage chamber 301 is defined within the main body 310 for storing a suitable amount of water. It should be noted that the main body 310 can be a box structure with an open lower end (not shown in the figure). The lower end of the main body 310 is sealed to the outer wall of the air duct 200, forming a closed water storage chamber 301. The wall of the air duct 200 defines a plurality of first capillary pores 220. The two ends of the first capillary pores 220 are directly connected to the water storage chamber 301 and the air duct 210, allowing water in the water storage chamber 301 to be adsorbed onto the inner wall of the air duct 210 through capillary action and evaporate with the airflow into the passenger compartment, thus humidifying the hot air. Alternatively, as... Figure 2As shown, the main body 310 can also be a box structure with a bottom wall. The bottom wall is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the air duct 200. The pipe wall of the air duct 200 defines a plurality of first capillary pores 220, and the bottom wall of the main body 310 defines a plurality of second capillary pores 312. The second capillary pores 312 are correspondingly arranged with the first capillary pores 220. Thus, the first capillary pores 220 are connected to the second capillary pores 312, thereby indirectly realizing the connection between the water storage chamber 301 and the air duct 210. This allows the water in the water storage chamber 301 to continuously seep into the inner wall of the air duct 210 through the second capillary pores 312 and the first capillary pores 220 under capillary action.

[0029] It should be noted that the pore size of the first capillary pore 220 is designed to be between 0.5 mm and 0.9 mm to ensure that water molecules can seep out stably under capillary action, while preventing water accumulation in the air duct 210 due to excessive water flow. If a second capillary pore 312 exists, its pore size matches that of the first capillary pore 220.

[0030] Based on the above, the humidification module 300 does not require additional power to drive it. It can achieve continuous transmission and natural evaporation of water molecules by relying solely on capillary action, which effectively reduces energy consumption and system complexity while meeting the humidification needs of the vehicle.

[0031] Existing humidification devices are prone to freezing and failure in low-temperature environments. This application integrates the humidification module 300 onto the air duct 200, using the temperature of the warm air itself to maintain the ambient temperature around the water storage chamber 301, effectively preventing the water in the water storage chamber 301 and the capillaries from freezing, and ensuring stable operation of the humidification function in cold conditions.

[0032] Specifically, when a vehicle stays in a cold environment for a long time, the water inside the humidifier will freeze and become unable to humidify. In existing humidifiers, the water storage chamber is usually far from the air source and duct, making it difficult to use the heat from the air conditioning system to defrost it. Defrost requires separate energy consumption or waiting for natural warming, resulting in low efficiency and increased energy consumption. In contrast, the water storage chamber 301 of the humidifier module 300 in this application is directly connected to the air duct 210 through the first capillary pore 220. After the occupants enter the vehicle, they will turn on the heating system to meet their heating needs. Hot air is blown into the vehicle through the air duct 210, simultaneously heating the upper wall of the air duct 210. The relatively high temperature of the upper wall of the air duct 210 transfers heat to the main body 310 of the humidifier, causing the ice in the main body 310 to gradually melt. The melted ice then enters the air duct 210 through the first capillary pore 220 to humidify the dry hot air. Furthermore, the higher the temperature of the warm air, the lower the surface tension of the water, and the higher the evaporation rate of the water, thereby further enhancing the humidification effect. This avoids the problem of the higher the air temperature, the drier the air becomes in existing technologies, achieving a synergy between temperature and humidification efficiency.

[0033] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the air duct 200 is inclined, and the distance between the air duct 200 and the vehicle floor gradually increases along the air outlet direction of the air duct 200. Therefore, even if water in the first capillary pore 220 splashes onto the inner wall of the air duct 200 due to bumps or vibrations, the water droplets will flow back to the lower part of the air duct 200 under the action of gravity, reducing the probability of water droplets entering the vehicle interior from the air outlet 110 and affecting the passenger's riding experience.

[0034] Furthermore, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a portion of the air duct 200 is provided with first capillary pores 220. For ease of description, the area provided with the first capillary pores 220 is defined as the humidification section 230 of the air duct 200. Another portion of the air duct is provided with a buffer tank 241. For ease of description, the area provided with the buffer tank 241 is defined as the buffer section 240 of the air duct 200. Figure 3 As shown, the buffer section 240 and the humidifier section 230 are arranged sequentially along the air outlet direction. It should be noted that the buffer tank 241 is used to temporarily store water that flows back or splashes from the humidifier section 230. Even if water in the first capillary pore 220 splashes onto the inner wall of the air duct 200 due to bumps or vibrations, the water droplets will flow back into the buffer tank 241 under gravity along the inclined inner wall of the air duct 200. As warm air continues to flow through the air duct 200, the water in the buffer tank 241 gradually evaporates under the action of heat and enters the carriage with the airflow. The buffer tank 241 can be a groove (not shown in the figure) opened on the inner wall of the air duct 200, or it can be a tank structure formed by increasing the local diameter of the air duct 200 (see reference). Figure 3 and Figure 4 (As shown).

[0035] In some embodiments, the humidification module 300 further includes a pressure balancing component 320. It is understood that the water storage chamber 301 is a relatively enclosed space. When water in the water storage chamber 301 flows out through capillary action and evaporates due to heat, the internal pressure decreases, which may hinder the continuous supply of water. The pressure balancing component 320 is connected to the water storage chamber 301 and can introduce external air to balance the internal and external pressure difference, ensuring a continuous water supply in the water storage chamber 301 and avoiding flow interruption due to negative pressure. Specifically, the pressure balancing component 320 defines a first balancing channel 330, such as... Figure 3 As shown, the bottom end of the air pressure balancing component 320 is connected to the top wall of the air duct 200, and the first balancing channel 330 is connected to the air duct 210 of the air duct 200. The top end of the air pressure balancing component 320 is located in the water storage cavity 301 and extends to the area above the liquid surface of the water storage cavity 301 to ensure that external air can smoothly enter the interior of the water storage cavity 301 and maintain air pressure balance.

[0036] Furthermore, the first balancing channel 330 is configured as a capillary channel to reduce the risk of water overflowing from the water storage chamber 301 during bumpy road conditions, while allowing gas to be introduced to maintain pressure stability. Alternatively, the diameter of the first balancing channel 330 gradually decreases along the direction from the air duct 210 to the water storage chamber 301, thereby reducing the risk of water overflow while improving the stability of gas flow.

[0037] The pressure balancing component 320 can be made of a hydrophobic material, which uses its liquid-repelling properties to further prevent water in the water storage chamber 301 from leaking out through the first balancing channel 330, while allowing air to enter smoothly to maintain pressure balance.

[0038] Furthermore, such as Figure 4 As shown, the humidification module 300 also includes a start / stop element 340 disposed in the first balance channel 330. The start / stop element 340 is used to adjust the conductivity of the first balance channel 330. The start / stop element 340 responds to an increase in temperature, increasing the conductivity of the first balance channel 330. For example, when the temperature is below a preset threshold, the start / stop element 340 is in a closed or semi-closed state, restricting the entry of external air and reducing the evaporation rate of water in the water storage chamber 301; when the temperature rises to the set range, the start / stop element 340 gradually opens the channel, allowing air circulation, thereby restoring air pressure balance and promoting continuous water supply. The start / stop element 340 can be a temperature-sensing element driven by the principle of thermal expansion and contraction, such as a bimetallic strip or a paraffin-type temperature sensor, which automatically adjusts its deformation under temperature changes to control the conductivity of the first balance channel 330. Alternatively, the start / stop element 340 can also be a solenoid valve regulated by a temperature control circuit, which monitors the temperature inside the air duct 200 in real time through a sensor and transmits the signal to the control unit to realize the opening and closing control of the start / stop element 340.

[0039] For example, when the heating system is initially started, the temperature inside the air duct 200 is low, and the start / stop component 340 remains closed. At this time, the humidifier cannot work, thus effectively inhibiting premature evaporation of moisture. As the airflow continues to heat up, the temperature of the air duct 200 gradually rises. The start / stop component 340 expands and begins to deform due to the heat, gradually opening the first balance channel 330, allowing outside air to enter the water storage chamber 301 to compensate for the air pressure, and the humidifier begins to work. At this time, the capillaries continuously deliver moisture to the inner wall of the air duct 200, where it rapidly vaporizes under the action of hot air, forming a stable humidity output. It can be understood that when the temperature of the warm air is low, its humidity is relatively high, so there is no need for excessive humidification to avoid air condensation. As the temperature rises, the warm air becomes drier, and the demand for humidification increases. The opening degree of the start / stop component 340 also increases accordingly to match the humidification demand. This design achieves dynamic matching between humidification intensity and warm air temperature, which not only improves energy efficiency but also avoids the risk of low-temperature condensation.

[0040] Furthermore, based on the foregoing, the air duct 200 includes a humidifying section 230 with first capillary pores 220. Additionally, the air duct 200 also has a region for communicating with the first balancing channel 330; for ease of description, this region is referred to as the balancing section 250. Figure 4 As shown, the balancing section 250 and the humidifying section 230 are arranged sequentially along the air outlet direction of the air duct. A guide protrusion 260 is connected to the inner wall of the air duct 200. The guide protrusion 260 protrudes from the inner wall of the air duct 200 and is located between the balancing section 250 and the humidifying section 230 along the air outlet direction, thereby blocking and guiding part of the airflow. When airflow passes through the air duct 210, a local high pressure is formed at the guide protrusion 260. This high pressure is transmitted to the water storage chamber 301 through the air pressure balancing component 320, causing the water in the water storage chamber 301 to continuously migrate into the air duct 210 through capillary action. It can be understood that the larger the airflow, the stronger the local high pressure formed at the guide protrusion 260, and the greater the pressure transmitted to the water storage chamber 301, thus pushing more water into the air duct 210, resulting in a better humidification effect. This design achieves dynamic coupling between humidification intensity and warm air speed, allowing the humidification amount to be naturally adjusted with the wind speed, avoiding the problems of excessive humidification at low wind speeds and insufficient humidification at high wind speeds.

[0041] In other embodiments, a second balancing channel 351 is provided at the water inlet 311 to connect the water storage chamber 301 with the external environment, thereby automatically adjusting the air pressure difference during water replenishment and avoiding poor water replenishment due to negative pressure. Specifically, the top of the main body 310 is connected to the instrument panel 100, and the top of the main body 310 forms a water inlet 311, such as... Figure 5 As shown, the water inlet 311 is connected to the water storage chamber 301 and is used to replenish water into the water storage chamber 301. The humidification module 300 also includes a cover 350 covering the water inlet 311. The cover 350 can seal the water inlet 311 to prevent impurities from entering the water storage chamber 301 or to prevent accidental leakage of water from the water storage chamber 301. A second balancing channel 351 is provided on the cover 350, so that the second balancing channel 351 can connect the water storage chamber 301 with the external environment, and can still achieve air pressure balance when the cover 350 closes the water inlet 311. The cover 350 also includes a sealing plug (not shown in the figure), which is used to block the second balancing channel 351, thereby controlling the start and stop of the humidifier by opening or closing the second balancing channel 351.

[0042] For example, when the sealing plug is in the closed state, blocking the second balance channel 351, the water storage chamber 301 is isolated from the external environment. At this time, the water in the water storage chamber 301 cannot migrate to the air duct 210 through capillary action, and the humidification function stops. When the sealing plug is in the open state, opening the second balance channel 351, the water storage chamber 301 is connected to the external environment through the second balance channel 351, the air pressure inside the chamber is released, and the water continues to migrate to the air duct 210 under capillary action, and the humidification function starts normally. By controlling the opening and closing of the sealing plug, the humidification function can be started and stopped, which is simple to operate and has a rapid response.

[0043] Understandably, the second balance channel 351 can be a straight hole that runs directly from the top of the cover 350 to the bottom. Alternatively, the second balance channel 351 can also be a bent channel, which reduces the probability of water in the water storage chamber 301 escaping through the second balance channel 351.

[0044] In some embodiments, the front end of the main body 310 is fitted to the inner wall of the instrument panel 100. The main body 310 has a first transparent portion extending along the depth direction of the water storage cavity 301. The first transparent portion is made of transparent material. Corresponding to the position of the first transparent portion, the instrument panel 100 has a second transparent portion, also made of transparent material, so that the user can visually observe the liquid level in the water storage cavity 301 from the outside, allowing the user to promptly grasp the remaining water volume and perform water replenishment. Alternatively, the instrument panel 100 may also be designed with a hollow portion, which has a hole penetrating the instrument panel 100. The hollow portion is positioned opposite to the first transparent portion, allowing the user to directly observe the liquid level in the water storage cavity 301 through the hole. The first transparent portion may have a scale indicator, allowing the user to visually read the specific water volume in the water storage cavity 301. The scale indicator is distributed along the extension direction of the first transparent portion, with each scale corresponding to a preset liquid level height, facilitating the determination of when to replenish water.

[0045] In some embodiments, only the first transparent part of the main body 310 is made of transparent material. In other embodiments, the main body 310 may be made entirely of transparent material. Corresponding to the position of the main body 310, the instrument panel 100 is provided with a second transparent part or a hollow part, so that the liquid level change in the water storage cavity 301 can be directly observed, improving the ease of use.

[0046] The second aspect of this application also proposes a vehicle that includes the dashboard assembly mentioned in any of the above embodiments. It should be noted that the vehicle can be a private car, such as a sedan, SUV, MPV, or pickup truck; or a commercial vehicle, such as a van, bus, small truck, or large trailer. The vehicle can be a gasoline-powered vehicle or a new energy vehicle. When the vehicle is a new energy vehicle, it can be a hybrid vehicle or a pure electric vehicle. Since the vehicle in this aspect of the embodiment includes the dashboard assembly of the above embodiments, it has the beneficial effects of the above embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0047] The embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and various changes can be made within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Furthermore, the embodiments of the present invention and the features thereof can be combined with each other unless otherwise specified.

Claims

1. An instrument panel assembly, characterized in that, include: An instrument panel, wherein the instrument panel is defined by an air outlet; An air duct, wherein the air duct defines an air channel, one end of the air channel is used to connect to an air source, and the other end is connected to the air outlet; A humidification module, the humidification module including a main body connected to the wall of the air duct, the main body defining a water storage cavity; The air duct wall is defined by a plurality of first capillary pores, which connect the water storage chamber and the air duct.

2. The instrument panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air duct is inclined, and the distance between the air duct and the vehicle floor gradually increases along the air outlet direction of the air duct.

3. The instrument panel assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air duct includes a humidifying section with the first capillary pores and a buffer section with a buffer tank. The buffer section and the humidifying section are arranged sequentially along the air outlet direction. The buffer tank is used to store water flowing out from the humidifying section.

4. The instrument panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The humidification module also includes a pressure balancing component disposed in the water storage chamber. The pressure balancing component defines a first balancing channel, one end of which is connected to the air duct, and the other end is configured to extend to the area above the liquid surface of the water storage chamber.

5. The instrument panel assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first balancing channel is a capillary channel, or the diameter of the first balancing channel gradually decreases along the direction from the air duct to the water storage chamber.

6. The instrument panel assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The humidification module further includes a start / stop component disposed in the first balance channel. The start / stop component is used to adjust the conductivity of the first balance channel. The start / stop component is configured to increase the conductivity of the first balance channel in response to an increase in temperature.

7. The instrument panel assembly according to claim 4, characterized in that, The air duct includes a humidifying part with the first capillary pores and a balancing part that communicates with the first balancing channel. The balancing part and the humidifying part are arranged sequentially along the air outlet direction. The inner wall of the air duct is connected to a flow guiding protrusion, which protrudes from the inner wall and is located between the balance section and the humidification section along the air outlet direction.

8. The instrument panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top of the main body is connected to the instrument panel, and the top of the main body is provided with a water inlet. The water inlet is connected to the water storage chamber. The humidification module also includes a cover on the water inlet. The cover defines a second balance channel that penetrates the cover. The second balance channel is connected to the water storage chamber and the external environment. The cover also includes a sealing plug. The sealing plug has a closed state that blocks the second balance channel and an open state that exits the second balance channel.

9. The instrument panel assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The main body includes a bottom wall connected to the outer wall of the air duct, the bottom wall defining a plurality of second capillary pores, the second capillary pores communicating with the water storage cavity and the first capillary pore, so that the water storage cavity, the second capillary pores, the first capillary pore and the air duct are sequentially connected.

10. A vehicle, characterized in that, Includes the instrument panel assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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