Humidifying module, air conditioner

By incorporating a water tank, heating tank, and buffer tank into the humidification module, only the water flowing towards the wet curtain is heated, thus solving the problems of high energy consumption and low efficiency in existing humidifiers and achieving a more efficient humidification effect.

CN122149036APending Publication Date: 2026-06-05QINGDAO HAIER AIR CONDITIONER GENERAL CORP LTD +3

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
QINGDAO HAIER AIR CONDITIONER GENERAL CORP LTD
Filing Date
2024-12-04
Publication Date
2026-06-05

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Technical Problem

Existing humidifiers use heating rods that directly heat the water in the storage tank, resulting in high energy consumption and low heating efficiency.

Method used

The system employs a structure consisting of a water supply tank, a heating tank, and a buffer tank. Water from the water supply tank first flows into the heating tank, is heated, overflows into the buffer tank, and then flows to the wet curtain for humidification. Only the humidification water flowing to the wet curtain is heated, thus reducing the amount of water that needs to be heated.

Benefits of technology

It reduces heating energy consumption, improves heating efficiency, and enhances the humidification effect of the wet curtain.

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Abstract

The application relates to the household electrical appliance technical field and discloses a humidifying module, which comprises a water supply box and a wet curtain. The water supply box is internally provided with a water supply groove, a heating groove and a buffer groove, the water supply groove is located above the heating groove, and the heating groove is located above the buffer groove; the wet curtain is arranged below the water supply box, and the upper end surface of the wet curtain is located directly below the water supply box; wherein water in the water supply groove flows into the heating groove, water in the heating groove is heated to overflow into the buffer groove, and then flows along the buffer groove to the upper end surface of the wet curtain. In the application, the heating energy consumption can be reduced, and the heating efficiency is improved. The application further discloses an air conditioner.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of home appliance technology, and in particular to a humidification module and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, humidifiers are small household appliances that can improve indoor air quality. Because a large number of bacteria and dust particles float in the air, inhaling them can affect human health. Humidifiers increase air humidity and purify the air by removing dust. Humidifiers generally use atomization to humidify, but atomization is relatively inefficient and cannot meet users' humidification needs.

[0003] A wet film humidifier exists in the related technology, characterized by comprising: a wet film, a water storage tank, and a heating rod. The lower end of the wet film is immersed in the water storage tank, and the upper end of the wet film is provided with a spray section, which is connected to the water storage tank via a water pump. The heating rod is disposed in the water storage tank and heats the water in the tank.

[0004] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0005] The heating rod directly heats the water in the storage tank, which consumes a lot of energy and has low heating efficiency.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] This disclosure provides a humidification module and an air conditioner to reduce heating energy consumption and improve heating efficiency.

[0009] In some embodiments, the humidification module includes a water supply box and a wet curtain. The water supply box contains a water supply tank, a heating tank, and a buffer tank. The water supply tank is located above the heating tank, and the heating tank is located above the buffer tank. The wet curtain is located below the water supply box, with its upper surface directly below the water supply box. Water from the water supply tank flows into the heating tank, and water in the heating tank is heated and overflows into the buffer tank, then flows along the buffer tank to the upper surface of the wet curtain.

[0010] Optionally, the water supply box is also equipped with a drip tray, which is located below the buffer tray and is connected to the buffer tray. The lower side wall of the drip tray has a water leakage hole, and the upper end of the wet curtain is located directly below the water leakage hole.

[0011] Optionally, the lower side wall of the buffer tank is provided with a connecting hole, through which the buffer tank is connected to the dripping tank.

[0012] Optionally, the humidification module further includes a water outlet box and a water level float. The water outlet box is located below the evaporative cooling pad, with the lower end of the cooling pad submerged in the water outlet box. The lower end of the water level float is movably positioned inside the water outlet box, while the upper end extends movably into the upper water outlet box and is located directly below the connecting hole. When the water level float rises with the water level in the water outlet box, the upper end of the water level float extends into the connecting hole to block it.

[0013] Optionally, a heating plate is laid on the lower inner wall of the heating tank.

[0014] Optionally, the area of ​​the heating tank is larger than the area of ​​the buffer tank.

[0015] Optionally, the humidification module further includes a housing. The housing defines an airflow cavity, and an air outlet is provided on the side wall of the housing, which communicates with the airflow cavity. The upper water box and the wet curtain are both located within the airflow cavity, and the wet curtain covers the air outlet.

[0016] Optionally, the evaporative cooling pad is configured such that when the evaporative cooling pad is moved to the first position, it covers the air outlet; and when the evaporative cooling pad is moved to the second position, it opens the air outlet.

[0017] Optionally, the side wall of the housing is also provided with an air inlet, which is connected to the airflow cavity. Air outside the airflow cavity flows into the airflow cavity through the air inlet and flows out through the air outlet.

[0018] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes: a humidification module as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0019] The humidification module and air conditioner provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0020] By incorporating a water supply tank, a heating tank, and a buffer tank inside the water supply box, water from the supply tank first flows into the heating tank, is heated, overflows into the buffer tank, and then flows to the evaporative cooling pad to wet it. The water from the evaporative cooling pad then evaporates and humidifies the water. By heating the water flowing into the supply tank from the heating tank, only the humidifying water flowing to the evaporative cooling pad is heated, resulting in a smaller volume of water being heated, thus reducing heating energy consumption and improving heating efficiency.

[0021] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0022] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a humidification module provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the water inlet box and the water outlet box provided in the embodiments of this disclosure;

[0025] Figure 3 This is provided by the embodiments of this disclosure. Figure 2 Enlarged diagram of section A in the middle;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another humidification module provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the wet curtain moving to the first position according to an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram showing the wet curtain moving to the second position according to an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0029] Figure 7 This is provided by the embodiments of this disclosure. Figure 2 Enlarged schematic diagram of section B.

[0030] Figure label:

[0031] 100. Water inlet box; 110. Water supply tank; 111. Cover; 120. Heating tank; 121. Heating plate; 130. Buffer tank; 131. Connecting hole; 140. Drip tank; 141. Leakage hole; 200. Wet curtain; 300. Water outlet box; 310. Drive frame; 320. Drive assembly; 400. Water level float; 410. Conical plug; 500. Connecting pipe; 510. Water inlet; 600. Water tank; 610. Water tank cover; 700. Housing; 710. Airflow chamber; 720. Air outlet; 730. Air inlet. Detailed Implementation

[0032] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0033] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0034] In this disclosure, the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "middle," "outer," "front," and "rear," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for better description of the embodiments of this disclosure and their implementations, and are not intended to limit the indicated devices, elements, or components to having a specific orientation, or to require them to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Furthermore, some of the aforementioned terms may be used to indicate other meanings besides orientation or positional relationship; for example, the term "upper" may in some cases indicate a dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0035] Furthermore, the terms "set up," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this disclosure according to the specific circumstances.

[0036] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0037] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present disclosure can be combined with each other.

[0038] Combination Figures 1-7As shown, in some embodiments, the humidification module includes a water supply box 100 and a wet curtain 200. The water supply box 100 is provided with a water supply tank 110, a heating tank 120, and a buffer tank 130. The water supply tank 110 is located above the heating tank 120, and the heating tank 120 is located above the buffer tank 130. The wet curtain 200 is located below the water supply box 100, and its upper surface is directly below the water supply box 100. Water in the water supply tank 110 flows into the heating tank 120, and the water in the heating tank 120 is heated and overflows into the buffer tank 130, and then flows along the buffer tank 130 to the upper surface of the wet curtain 200.

[0039] The humidification module provided in this embodiment of the present disclosure is configured with a water supply tank 110, a heating tank 120, and a buffer tank 130 inside the water tank 100. Water in the water supply tank 110 first flows into the heating tank 120, is heated, overflows into the buffer tank 130, and then flows to the evaporative cooling pad 200 to wet it. The water wetted by the cooling pad 200 is then used for evaporative humidification. By setting the heating tank 120 to heat the water flowing into the water supply tank 110, only the humidifying water flowing to the evaporative cooling pad 200 is heated, resulting in a smaller amount of water being heated, thereby reducing heating energy consumption and improving heating efficiency.

[0040] Optionally, the vertical sidewalls of the heating tank 120 and the buffer tank 130 adjacent to each other are lower than the other vertical sidewalls of the heating tank 120. This allows water in the heating tank 120 to overflow into the buffer tank 130 when it is full.

[0041] Optionally, a heating plate 121 is laid on the lower inner wall of the heating tank 120. In this way, the water in the heating tank 120 is heated by the heating plate 121, so that the water overflowing into the buffer tank 130 is hot water, thereby improving the humidification effect of the wet curtain 200.

[0042] Optionally, the area of ​​the heating tank 120 is larger than the area of ​​the buffer tank 130. This increases the water volume in the heating tank 120, ensuring that sufficient heated water overflows into the buffer tank 130.

[0043] Optionally, the area of ​​the heating plate 121 is the same as the area of ​​the lower inner wall of the heating tank 120. In this way, the heating plate 121 covers the entire lower inner wall of the heating tank 120, ensuring the heating effect of the humidifying water in the heating tank 120, thereby ensuring the humidification effect of the evaporative cooling pad 200.

[0044] Optionally, the heating plate 121 includes a heat-conducting substrate and a heating wire. The heat-conducting substrate is laid on the lower inner wall of the heating tank 120, and the heating wire is laid on the lower side wall of the heat-conducting substrate. In this way, the heat from the heating wire is conducted to the heating tank 120 through the heat-conducting substrate. The heat-conducting substrate can increase the heat transfer area with the water in the heating tank 120, improve the heating effect, and reduce energy consumption.

[0045] Optionally, the lower side wall of the heating tank 120 is provided with an installation opening, and the heat-conducting substrate is embedded in the installation opening. In this way, embedding the heat-conducting substrate in the installation opening in the lower side wall of the heating tank 120 reduces the space occupied by the installation of the heat-conducting substrate in the internal space of the heating tank 120 and increases the water demand inside the heating tank 120.

[0046] It is understandable that the entire lower sidewall of the heating tank 120 is provided with an installation opening, that is, the area of ​​the installation opening is the same as the area of ​​the entire lower sidewall of the heating tank 120.

[0047] Optionally, the upper sidewall of the heat-conducting substrate is in the same plane as the lower inner wall of the heating tank 120. This further reduces the space occupied by the heat-conducting substrate in the heating tank 120 and increases the water demand inside the heating tank 120.

[0048] Optionally, a groove is formed on the lower sidewall of the heat-conducting substrate, and the heating wire is laid in the groove. This increases the contact area between the heating wire and the heat-conducting substrate, and the heat generated by the heating wire can be efficiently conducted to the heat-conducting substrate, thereby efficiently heating the water in the heating tank 120 through the heat-conducting substrate.

[0049] Optionally, the water tank 100 is further provided with a drip tray 140, which is located below the buffer tank 130 and is connected to the buffer tank 130. A drain hole 141 is provided on the lower side wall of the drip tray 140, and the upper surface of the evaporative cooling pad 200 is located directly below the drain hole 141. In this way, water from the buffer tank 130 flows into the drip tray 140 and drips onto the upper end of the evaporative cooling pad 200 through the drain hole 141 on the lower side wall of the drip tray 140, improving the uniformity of wetting of the evaporative cooling pad 200 and thus enhancing the humidification effect.

[0050] Optionally, the lower sidewall of the drip tray 140 is fitted over the upper end of the evaporative cooling pad 200, and the shape of the lower sidewall of the drip tray 140 is adapted to the shape of the upper surface of the evaporative cooling pad 200. This allows the water in the drip tray 140 to drip more evenly onto the upper surface of the evaporative cooling pad 200, improving the uniformity of wetting the evaporative cooling pad 200 and thus enhancing the humidification effect.

[0051] Optionally, the lower side wall of the drip tray 140 is provided with a plurality of drainage holes 141, which are evenly distributed on the lower side wall of the drip tray 140. In this way, the water in the drip tray 140 drips more evenly onto the upper surface of the wet curtain 200, thereby improving the uniformity of wetting of the wet curtain 200.

[0052] Optionally, a connecting hole 131 is provided on the lower side wall of the buffer tank 130, and the buffer tank 130 is connected to the dripping tank 140 through the connecting hole 131. In this way, the humidifying water in the buffer tank 130 flows into the dripping tank 140 through the connecting hole 131, and then drips evenly onto the upper surface of the wet curtain 200 through the dripping tank 140.

[0053] Optionally, the humidification module further includes a water outlet box 300 and a water level float 400. The water outlet box 300 is located below the evaporative cooling pad 200, with the lower end of the evaporative cooling pad 200 submerged in the water outlet box 300. The lower end of the water level float 400 is movably positioned within the water outlet box 300, while the upper end movably extends into the upper water outlet box 100 and is located directly below the connecting hole 131. When the water level float 400 rises with the water level in the water outlet box 300, the upper end of the water level float 400 extends into the connecting hole 131 to block it. In this way, by setting the upper water outlet box 100 and the water outlet box 300 in cooperation, water is supplied through the water supply tank 110 of the upper water outlet box 100. The water in the water supply tank 110 flows into the drip tray 140 through the connecting hole 131, and then drips onto the upper end of the evaporative cooling pad 200 through the drain hole 141 on the lower side wall of the drip tray 140. Furthermore, the dripping water flows along the evaporative cooling pad 200 into the drain box 300, immersing the lower end of the evaporative cooling pad 200 in the water within the drain box 300. As the water level in the drain box 300 rises, the water level float 400 rises with it, and its upper end blocks the connecting hole 131, preventing water from the water supply tank 110 from flowing into the dripping tank 140. During the evaporation process of the evaporative cooling pad 200, as the humidifying water in the drain box 300 is consumed, the water level drops, and the water level float 400 also drops. The upper end of the water level float 400 then detaches from the connecting hole 131, and the water in the water supply tank 110 flows back to the dripping tank 140 along the connecting hole 131. Through the cooperation of the upper water box 100, the lower water box 300, and the water level float 400, the water supply structure of the humidification module is simplified, and the humidification cost is reduced.

[0054] Optionally, a connecting pipe 500 is provided between the upper water box 100 and the lower water box 300. The lower end of the connecting pipe 500 is connected to the inner wall of the lower water box 300, and the upper end of the connecting pipe 500 is connected to the upper water box 100. In this way, the connecting pipe 500 connects the upper water box 100 and the lower water box 300 to form a whole, and the connecting pipe 500 provides support for the upper water box 100 and the lower water box 300, thereby improving the installation stability of the upper water box 100 and the lower water box 300.

[0055] Optionally, the connecting pipe 500 has an internal cavity, and the water level float 400 is rod-shaped. The water level float 400 passes through the connecting pipe 500, with its upper end protruding through the upper port of the connecting pipe 500. The lower port of the connecting pipe 500 communicates with the interior of the drain box 300. In this way, by using the connecting pipe 500 to install the water level float 400, the connecting pipe 500 can guide the water level float 400, causing it to rise and fall vertically. This more accurately reflects the water level in the drain box 300, thus more accurately sealing or removing the connecting hole 131.

[0056] Optionally, the lower end of the connecting pipe 500 is provided with a water inlet 510, and the cavity inside the connecting pipe 500 is connected to the drain box 300 through the water inlet 510. In this way, water in the drain box 300 can flow into the cavity through the water inlet 510, and the water level in the cavity can rise or fall with the water level in the drain box 300.

[0057] Optionally, a conical plug 410 is formed at the upper end of the water level float 400. When the water level float 400 rises with the water level in the lower water box 300, the conical plug 410 extends into the connecting hole 131 and seals it. In this way, the upper end of the water level float 400 uses the conical plug 410 to better seal the connecting hole 131, improving the sealing effect of the connecting hole 131.

[0058] Optionally, the humidification module also includes a water tank 600. The water tank 600 is positioned above the upper water box 100 and is used to supply water to the water supply trough 110. Thus, by setting the water tank 600 to supply water to the evaporative cooling pad 200, the evaporative cooling pad 200 is continuously wetted. The water in the water tank 600 first flows into the water supply trough 110, then flows along the water supply trough 110 to the drip trough 140, and finally flows through the drip trough 140 to the evaporative cooling pad 200. Positioning the water tank 600 above the evaporative cooling pad 200 allows the water in the water tank 600 to drip naturally onto the evaporative cooling pad 200 using gravity, eliminating the need for a water pump or other structures and reducing costs.

[0059] Optionally, the lower end of the water tank 600 is provided with a water tank cover 610, and the inside of the water supply tank 110 is provided with a cover seat 111. The water tank cover 610 is located inside the water supply tank 110, and the cover is movably mounted on the cover seat 111. In this way, the cooperation between the water tank cover 610 and the cover seat 111 can form a liquid seal effect, preventing excessive water from flowing into the water supply tank 110, ensuring uniform water supply to the water supply tank 110, and improving the stability of the water supply from the evaporative cooling pad 200.

[0060] Specifically, the cover 111 is installed inside the water supply tank 110, and the water tank cover 610 is movably installed inside the water supply tank 110. In this way, the water tank 600 can supply water evenly to the water supply tank 110. At the same time, the cooperation between the water level float 400 and the water tank cover 610 forms a double liquid seal structure to achieve uniform and stable water supply to the evaporative cooling pad 200, thereby improving the stability of the humidification water supply of the evaporative cooling pad 200.

[0061] Optionally, the humidification module further includes a housing 700. The housing 700 internally defines an airflow cavity 710, and an air outlet 720 is provided on the side wall of the housing 700, communicating with the airflow cavity 710. The upper water box 100 and the evaporative cooling pad 200 are both located within the airflow cavity 710, with the evaporative cooling pad 200 covering the air outlet 720. Thus, by defining the airflow cavity 710 within the housing 700 to house the upper water box 100, the evaporative cooling pad 200, the lower water box 300, and the water level float 400, and by providing the air outlet 720 on the side wall of the housing 700 and covering it with the evaporative cooling pad 200, the airflow passes through the evaporative cooling pad 200 and flows into the indoor environment. The airflow accelerates the evaporation of the evaporative cooling pad 200, and the evaporated water vapor flows into the indoor environment with the airflow, humidifying the indoor environment.

[0062] Optionally, the water tank 600 is disposed in the airflow cavity 710 inside the housing 700, and an inspection port is provided on the side wall of the housing 700 corresponding to the position of the water tank 600, with a removable panel on the inspection port. In this way, the water tank 600 can be inspected and maintained through the inspection port by removing the panel, without disassembling the water tank 600, thus improving the maintenance efficiency of the water tank 600.

[0063] Specifically, the water box 300 and the water level float 400 are also installed inside the airflow cavity 710.

[0064] Optionally, the evaporative cooling pad 200 is configured such that when it is in the first position, it covers the air outlet 720; and when it is in the second position, it opens the air outlet 720. This configuration allows the evaporative cooling pad 200 to operate in various ways. When humidification is needed, the first position allows it to cover the air outlet 720, and the airflow at the outlet 720 passes through the evaporative cooling pad, accelerating the evaporation of moisture and ensuring effective humidification. When humidification is not needed, the second position allows it to open the air outlet 720, and the airflow from the outlet 720 is unaffected by the evaporative cooling pad. This configuration ensures the humidification effect while allowing for flexible use of the humidifier, improving airflow when humidification is not required and accelerating indoor air circulation.

[0065] Understandably, the second position where the evaporative cooling pad 200 moves to open the air outlet 720 means that the evaporative cooling pad 200 no longer blocks the air outlet 720, rather than indicating that the air outlet 720 was in a closed state before the evaporative cooling pad 200 moves. The opening and closing of the air outlet 720 is related to the panel provided on the housing 700, and the opening and closing state of the air outlet 720 is controlled by the movement of the panel.

[0066] Optionally, the cross-section of the evaporative cooling pad 200 is arc-shaped. When the evaporative cooling pad 200 is in its first position, its projection covers the air outlet 720 along a direction perpendicular to the plane of the air outlet 720. This reduces the lateral space occupied by the evaporative cooling pad 200 while increasing its area. When the evaporative cooling pad 200 is in its first position, it can have a larger contact area with the airflow, increasing its evaporation rate and improving the humidification effect.

[0067] Optionally, a drive frame 310 is provided in the drain box 300. The drive frame 310 is rotatably connected to the lower inner wall of the drain box 300, and the lower end of the evaporative cooling pad 200 is mounted on the upper side of the drive frame 310. In this way, the evaporative cooling pad 200 is driven to rotate by the drive frame 310, thereby moving the evaporative cooling pad 200 to a position that blocks the air outlet 720 or opens the air outlet 720, improving the stability of the rotation of the evaporative cooling pad 200.

[0068] Optionally, a drive assembly 320 is provided on the lower side wall of the drain box 300, and the output end of the drive assembly 320 passes through the lower side wall of the drain box 300 and is connected to the drive frame 310. In this way, the drive assembly 320 drives the drive frame 310 to rotate, thereby driving the wet curtain 200 to rotate, which improves the driving stability of the wet curtain 200.

[0069] Optionally, the drive assembly 320 is a drive motor, and the output shaft of the drive motor passes through the lower side wall of the drain box 300 and is connected to the drive frame 310. In this way, the drive motor drives the drive frame 310 to rotate, thereby driving the wet curtain 200 to rotate.

[0070] Optionally, a through hole is provided on the lower side wall of the drain box 300. The output end of the drive assembly 320 extends into the drain box 300 through the through hole and connects with the drive frame 310. A sealing gasket is fitted on the outside of the output end of the drive assembly 320. This improves the sealing performance at the connection between the output end of the drive assembly 320 and the through hole, reducing the risk of water leaking out of the drain box 300 through the through hole.

[0071] Optionally, the side wall of the housing 700 is also provided with an air inlet 730, which communicates with the airflow cavity 710. Air from outside the airflow cavity 710 flows into the airflow cavity 710 through the air inlet 730 and flows out through the air outlet 720. In this way, indoor ambient air flows into the airflow cavity 710 through the air inlet 730 and then flows back into the indoor environment through the air outlet 720. When it is necessary to humidify the indoor ambient air, the wet curtain 200 is driven to move to the first position to cover the air outlet 720. The airflow passes through the wet curtain 200 and flows into the indoor environment. The airflow accelerates the evaporation of the wet curtain 200, and the evaporated water vapor flows into the indoor environment with the airflow, thus humidifying the indoor environment.

[0072] Optionally, a fresh air inlet is also provided on the side wall of the housing 700. This allows fresh air from the outdoor environment to be introduced into the indoor environment, improving indoor air quality. When humidification of the introduced fresh air is required, the wet curtain 200 is driven to move to the first position to cover the air outlet 720.

[0073] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes: a humidification module as described in any of the above embodiments.

[0074] By using the air conditioner provided in the embodiments of this disclosure and setting the humidification module of any of the above embodiments, the heating effect of the humidification water is ensured while the amount of water heated is small, thereby reducing heating energy consumption and improving heating efficiency.

[0075] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of the present disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included or substituted for parts and features of other embodiments. Embodiments of the present disclosure are not limited to the structures described above and shown in the accompanying drawings, and various modifications and changes may be made without departing from its scope. The scope of the present disclosure is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A humidification module, characterized in that, include: The water supply box (100) is provided with a water supply tank (110), a heating tank (120) and a buffer tank (130) inside. The water supply tank (110) is located above the heating tank (120), and the heating tank (120) is located above the buffer tank (130). The wet curtain (200) is located below the water supply box (100), with the upper end face of the wet curtain (200) directly below the water supply box (100). Water in the water supply tank (110) flows into the heating tank (120), and the water in the heating tank (120) is heated and overflows into the buffer tank (130), and then flows along the buffer tank (130) to the upper surface of the wet curtain (200).

2. The humidification module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The interior of the water box (100) is also provided with a drip tray (140), which is located below the buffer tray (130). The drip tray (140) is connected to the buffer tray (130). A water leakage hole (141) is provided on the lower side wall of the drip tray (140), and the upper end face of the wet curtain (200) is located directly below the water leakage hole (141).

3. The humidification module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The buffer tank (130) has a connecting hole (131) on its lower side wall, and the buffer tank (130) is connected to the dripping tank (140) through the connecting hole (131).

4. The humidification module according to claim 3, characterized in that, Also includes: A drain box (300) is located below the wet curtain (200), and the lower end of the wet curtain (200) is submerged in the drain box (300); The water level float (400) is movably installed in the lower water box (300) and its upper end extends into the upper water box (100) and is located directly below the connecting hole (131). When the water level float (400) rises with the water level in the lower water box (300), the upper end of the water level float (400) extends into the connecting hole (131) to block it.

5. The humidification module according to claim 1, characterized in that, A heating plate (121) is laid on the lower inner wall of the heating tank (120).

6. The humidification module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The area of ​​the heating tank (120) is larger than the area of ​​the buffer tank (130).

7. The humidification module according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, Also includes: The housing (700) has an internally defined airflow cavity (710). An air outlet (720) is provided on the side wall of the housing (700). The air outlet (720) is connected to the airflow cavity (710). The upper water box (100) and the wet curtain (200) are both located in the airflow cavity (710), and the wet curtain (200) covers the air outlet (720).

8. The humidification module according to claim 7, characterized in that, The wet curtain (200) is set to move to the first position, where the wet curtain (200) covers the air outlet (720), and when the wet curtain (200) moves to the second position, the wet curtain (200) opens the air outlet (720).

9. The humidification module according to claim 7, characterized in that, The side wall of the housing (700) is also provided with an air inlet (730), which is connected to the airflow cavity (710). Air outside the airflow cavity (710) flows into the airflow cavity (710) through the air inlet (730) and flows out through the air outlet (720).

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: The humidification module as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.