Anti-fog control method, device, equipment, storage medium and water dispenser

Abstract

This application discloses an anti-fogging control method, device, equipment, storage medium, and water dispenser. The water dispenser body includes a head, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head, and the lower end is connected to the water receiving platform. The head includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water outlet nozzle located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is located above the water receiving platform and is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container located below the water outlet nozzle and the container height of the water receiving container. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the body is provided between the first air vent and the second air vent. A fan is provided on the first air vent side or the second air vent side of the air duct. The method includes: determining the water outlet temperature of the water outlet assembly; if the water outlet temperature is greater than or equal to a preset water outlet temperature, turning on the fan so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automation control technology, and in particular to an anti-fog control method, device, equipment, storage medium, and water dispenser. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of automation control technology, more and more water dispensers are equipped with automatic water dispensing and stopping functions. These water dispensers are usually equipped with sensors to detect the height of the cup or the liquid level in the cup, so as to realize automatic water dispensing and stopping.

[0003] Because water vapor generated during water dispensing can easily cause fogging on the surface of the height detection sensor, thus affecting the automatic water dispensing and shut-off functions of the water dispenser, related technologies use heated glass to prevent fogging on the surface of the height detection sensor. However, it takes time for the heated glass to reach an effective defogging temperature from a cold state, necessitating a faster anti-fogging control method. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides an anti-fogging control method, apparatus, device, storage medium, and water dispenser, which can provide an anti-fogging control method with faster response speed. The above technical solution is as follows:

[0005] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide an anti-fogging control method applied to a water dispenser. The water dispenser body includes a head, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head, and the lower end of the back panel is connected to the water receiving platform. The head includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water spout located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is located above the water receiving platform and is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container located below the water spout and the container height of the water receiving container. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the body is provided between the first air vent and the second air vent. A fan is provided on the first air vent side or the second air vent side of the air duct. The method includes:

[0006] Determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component;

[0007] If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan will be turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

[0008] In one possible implementation, the first air outlet is an air outlet, the second air outlet is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air outlet; if the water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, including: if the water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element.

[0009] In one possible implementation, the first air outlet is an air outlet, the second air outlet is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air outlet; if the water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, including: if the water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element.

[0010] In one possible implementation, the area of ​​the first air vent is smaller than the area of ​​the second air vent.

[0011] In one possible implementation, the first air inlet is an air inlet, the second air inlet is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air inlet; if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, including: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air inlet to the second air inlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0012] In one possible implementation, the first air inlet is an air inlet, the second air inlet is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air inlet; if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, including: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air inlet to the second air inlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0013] In one possible implementation, the method further includes: when the detection element detects that the user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform, controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water in response to the user's water dispensing operation; and when the detection element detects that the water level in the water receiving container and the container height of the water receiving container meet preset conditions, controlling the water dispensing component to stop dispensing water.

[0014] Secondly, this application provides an anti-fogging control device applied to a water dispenser. The water dispenser body includes a head, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head, and the lower end of the back panel is connected to the water receiving platform. The head includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water outlet located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is located above the water receiving platform and is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container below the water outlet and the container height of the water receiving container. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the body is provided between the first air vent and the second air vent. A fan is provided on the first air vent side or the second air vent side of the air duct. The device includes:

[0015] The determination module is used to determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component;

[0016] The control module is used to turn on the fan if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

[0017] Thirdly, this application provides a water dispenser. The body of the water dispenser includes a head, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head, and the lower end of the back panel is connected to the water receiving platform. The head includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water outlet located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is located above the water receiving platform and is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container located below the water outlet and the container height of the water receiving container. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the body is provided between the first air vent and the second air vent. A fan is provided on the first air vent side or the second air vent side of the air duct.

[0018] In one possible implementation, the first air vent is an air outlet, the second air vent is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air vent.

[0019] In one possible implementation, the first air vent is an air outlet, the second air vent is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air vent.

[0020] In one possible implementation, the area of ​​the first air vent is smaller than the area of ​​the second air vent.

[0021] In one possible implementation, the first air vent is an air inlet, the second air vent is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air vent.

[0022] In one possible implementation, the first air vent is an air inlet, the second air vent is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air vent.

[0023] Fourthly, embodiments of this application provide an anti-fog control device, including: a processor and a memory; wherein the memory stores a computer program, the computer program being adapted to be loaded by the processor and executed by the method steps provided in the first aspect of embodiments of this application.

[0024] Fifthly, embodiments of this application provide a computer storage medium storing a plurality of instructions adapted for loading by a processor and executing the method steps provided in the first aspect of embodiments of this application.

[0025] The aforementioned anti-fogging control method, device, equipment, and computer storage medium are applied to a water dispenser. The water dispenser body includes a dispenser head, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the dispenser head, and the lower end of the back panel is connected to the water receiving platform. The dispenser head includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water spout located above the water receiving platform, and the detection element is located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container located below the water spout and the container height. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the dispenser body is provided between the first and second air vents. A fan is provided on the first or second air vent side of the air duct. During the anti-fogging control process, the water outlet temperature of the water outlet assembly is determined. Once the water outlet temperature is greater than or equal to the preset water outlet temperature, the fan is automatically turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, thereby immediately and effectively preventing fogging and achieving rapid response anti-fogging control. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 A side view of a water dispenser provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 2 A front view of a water dispenser provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 3 A side view of another water dispenser provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0030] Figure 4 A front view of another water dispenser provided as an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0031] Figure 5A side view of another water dispenser provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0032] Figure 6 A front view of another water dispenser provided as an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0033] Figure 7 A side view of another water dispenser provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0034] Figure 8 A front view of another water dispenser provided as an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 9 A flowchart illustrating an anti-fog control method provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0036] Figure 10 A flowchart illustrating another anti-fog control method provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0037] Figure 11 A flowchart illustrating another anti-fog control method provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0038] Figure 12 A flowchart illustrating a control step provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0039] Figure 13 A schematic diagram of an anti-fog control device provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application;

[0040] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an anti-fog control device provided for an exemplary embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0041] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0042] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, in the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" refers to two or more. "And" describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects are in an "or" relationship.

[0043] A schematic diagram of the structure of a water dispenser provided in an exemplary embodiment of this application is shown below. Figure 1-2 As shown. The water dispenser body 10 includes a head 11, a back panel 12, and a water receiving platform 13. The upper end of the back panel 12 is connected to the head 11, and the lower end of the back panel 12 is connected to the water receiving platform 13. The head 11 includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element 14. The water outlet assembly has a water nozzle 15 located above the water receiving platform 13, and the detection element 14 is located above the water receiving platform 13. The front side of the back panel 12 has a first air vent 16 near the detection element 14, and the rear side of the back panel 12 has a second air vent 17. An air duct 18 communicating with the outside of the body 10 is provided between the first air vent 16 and the second air vent 17, and a fan 19 is provided on the side of the second air vent 17 of the air duct 18.

[0044] The first air vent 16 and the second air vent 17 may, but are not limited to, be shaped as follows: Figure 1 , 2 The grid shape is shown. The first air vent 16 is an air outlet, and the second air vent 17 is an air inlet. Further, the area of ​​the first air vent 16 is smaller than the area of ​​the second air vent 17. The detection element 14 can be, but is not limited to, a height detection sensor, used to detect the water level in the water receiving container located below the water outlet 15 and the container height. In addition, the detection element 14 can also be used to detect whether the user has placed the water receiving container on the water receiving platform 13.

[0045] Please see Figure 1-2 The working process of the water dispenser is as follows: When the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform 13 via the detection element 14, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water and determining the water temperature. If the water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset water temperature (e.g., 50°C), the fan 19 is turned on, so that the airflow generated by the fan 19 flows through the air duct 18 from the second air outlet 17 to the first air outlet 16 and disperses the water vapor around the detection element 14, thereby achieving anti-fogging control. In addition, when the water level in the water receiving container and the container height are detected by the detection element 14 to meet the preset conditions, the water dispenser controls the water dispensing component to stop dispensing water.

[0046] Understandably, the fan can also be positioned on the front side of the back panel, near the first air vent. For example... Figure 3-4The diagram shown is a schematic representation of another water dispenser provided in an exemplary embodiment of this application. The body 30 of the water dispenser includes a head 31, a back panel 32, and a water receiving platform 33. The upper end of the back panel 32 is connected to the head 31, and the lower end of the back panel 32 is connected to the water receiving platform 33. The head 31 includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element 34. The water outlet assembly has a water nozzle 35 located above the water receiving platform 33, and the detection element 34 is located above the water receiving platform 33. The front side of the back panel 32 has a first air vent 36 near the detection element 34, and the rear side of the back panel 32 has a second air vent 37. An air duct 38 communicating with the outside of the body 10 is provided between the first air vent 36 and the second air vent 37, and a fan 39 is provided on the side of the first air vent 36 of the air duct 38.

[0047] Among them, the first air vent 36 and the second air vent 37 may be, but are not limited to, in the form of... Figure 3 , 4 The grid-like structure is shown. The first air vent 36 is an air outlet, and the second air vent 37 is an air inlet. Further, the area of ​​the first air vent 36 is smaller than the area of ​​the second air vent 37. The detection element 34 can be, but is not limited to, a height detection sensor, used to detect the water level in the water receiving container located below the water outlet 35 and the container height. In addition, the detection element 34 can also be used to detect whether the user has placed the water receiving container on the water receiving platform 33.

[0048] Please see Figure 3-4 The working process of the water dispenser described above is as follows: When the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform 33 through the detection element 34, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water and determining the water temperature of the water dispensing component. If the water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset water temperature (e.g., 50°C), the fan 39 is turned on, so that the airflow generated by the fan 39 flows through the air duct 38 from the second air outlet 37 to the first air outlet 36 and disperses the water vapor around the detection element 34, thereby achieving anti-fogging control. In addition, when the water level in the water receiving container and the container height are detected by the detection element 34 to meet the preset conditions, the water dispenser controls the water dispensing component to stop dispensing water.

[0049] Please see Figure 5-6This illustration shows a schematic diagram of another water dispenser provided in an exemplary embodiment of this application. The body 50 of the water dispenser includes a head 51, a back panel 52, and a water receiving platform 53. The upper end of the back panel 52 is connected to the head 51, and the lower end of the back panel 52 is connected to the water receiving platform 53. The head 51 includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element 54. The water outlet assembly has a water nozzle 55 located above the water receiving platform 53, and the detection element 54 is located above the water receiving platform 53. The front side of the back panel 52 has a first air vent 56 near the detection element 54, and the rear side of the back panel 52 has a second air vent 57. An air duct 58 communicating with the outside of the body 50 is provided between the first air vent 56 and the second air vent 57, and a fan 59 is provided on the side of the second air vent 57 of the air duct 58.

[0050] Among them, the first air vent 56 and the second air vent 57 may be, but are not limited to, in the form of... Figure 5 , 6 The grid-like structure is shown. The first air vent 56 is an air outlet, and the second air vent 57 is an air inlet. The detection element 54 may be, but is not limited to, a height detection sensor, used to detect the water level in the water receiving container located below the water outlet 55 and the height of the water receiving container. In addition, the detection element 54 can also be used to detect whether the user has placed the water receiving container on the water receiving platform 53.

[0051] Please see Figure 5-6 The working process of the water dispenser is as follows: When the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform 53 through the detection element 54, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water and determining the water temperature of the water dispensing component. If the water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset water temperature (e.g., 50°C), the fan 59 is turned on, so that the airflow generated by the fan 59 flows through the air duct 58 from the first air outlet 56 to the second air outlet 57 and carries away the water vapor around the detection element 54, thereby achieving anti-fogging control. In addition, when the water level in the water receiving container and the container height are detected by the detection element 54 to meet the preset conditions, the water dispenser controls the water dispensing component to stop dispensing water.

[0052] Understandably, the fan can also be positioned on the front side of the back panel, near the first air vent. For example... Figure 7-8The diagram shown is a schematic representation of another water dispenser provided in an exemplary embodiment of this application. The dispenser body 70 includes a head unit 71, a back panel 72, and a water receiving platform 73. The upper end of the back panel 72 is connected to the head unit 71, and the lower end of the back panel 72 is connected to the water receiving platform 73. The head unit 71 includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element 74. The water outlet assembly has a water nozzle 75 located above the water receiving platform 73, and the detection element 74 is located above the water receiving platform 73. The front side of the back panel 72 has a first air vent 76 near the detection element 74, and the rear side of the back panel 72 has a second air vent 77. An air duct 78 communicating with the outside of the dispenser body 70 is provided between the first air vent 76 and the second air vent 77, and a fan 79 is provided on the side of the first air vent 76 of the air duct 78.

[0053] Among them, the first air vent 76 and the second air vent 77 may be, but are not limited to, in the form of... Figure 7 , 8 The grid-like structure is shown. The first air vent 76 is an air outlet, and the second air vent 77 is an air inlet. The detection element 74 may be, but is not limited to, a height detection sensor, used to detect the water level in the water receiving container located below the water outlet 75 and the height of the water receiving container. In addition, the detection element 74 can also be used to detect whether the user has placed the water receiving container on the water receiving platform 73.

[0054] Please see Figure 7-8 The working process of the water dispenser is as follows: When the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform 73 through the detection element 74, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water and determining the water temperature of the water dispensing component. If the water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset water temperature (e.g., 50°C), the fan 79 is turned on, so that the airflow generated by the fan 79 flows through the air duct 78 from the first air outlet 76 to the second air outlet 77 and carries away the water vapor around the detection element 74, thereby achieving anti-fogging control. In addition, when the water level in the water receiving container and the container height are detected by the detection element 74 to meet the preset conditions, the water dispenser controls the water dispensing component to stop dispensing water.

[0055] It is worth noting that, Figure 1-8 The illustrated water dispenser structure is merely for illustrating the technical solution of this application and is not intended to limit it. For example, although Figure 1-8 The fan of the water dispenser is positioned directly opposite the air vent, but in practical applications, as long as there is an air duct, the fan can also be placed in other locations on the back panel. Furthermore, the water dispenser may also include other components such as a water tank, filtration system, and display screen; this application does not limit its scope.

[0056] In one embodiment, such as Figure 9 As shown, an anti-fog control method is provided, which can be applied to... Figure 1-8 In any of the water dispensers shown, the method includes the following steps:

[0057] S901: Determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component.

[0058] Optionally, when the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the water dispensing platform through a detection element, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water and determining the water temperature from the dispensing component. The user's water dispensing operation can be, but is not limited to, touch-based, button-based, or voice-based operations. The water dispensing component refers to all parts involved in controlling, regulating, and guiding water from the inside of the water dispenser to the outside, including not only the water spout but also internal mechanical and electronic components such as valves, sensors, and pipes.

[0059] For example, the water dispenser offers several different temperature ranges for users to choose from. For instance, when a user selects warm water via the water dispenser's touchscreen display, the water temperature dispensed from the water dispensing component can be 50℃-60℃; when a user selects hot water via the touchscreen display, the water temperature dispensed from the water dispensing component can be 85℃-95℃. When the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the dispensing platform, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component according to the user's selected temperature range, and determines the water temperature dispensed from the water dispensing component based on the user's selected temperature range.

[0060] It is worth noting that this embodiment only describes one preferred implementation of the present application. The water dispenser can provide a variety of different temperature ranges for users to choose from, or it can dispense water according to the user's customized water temperature. That is, the water dispenser can also directly determine the water temperature of the water dispensing component based on the water temperature defined by the user during the water dispensing operation. The present application does not limit this.

[0061] S902: If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, turn on the fan so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

[0062] The preset water temperature is a pre-set temperature threshold, such as 45℃ or 55℃. It can also be adjusted according to actual needs, such as 85℃ or 95℃. The lower the preset water temperature is set, the better the anti-fogging effect, but the energy consumption of the water dispenser will also increase accordingly.

[0063] Understandably, due to factors such as ambient temperature and humidity, water vapor can be generated not only when users take hot water but also when they take warm water. For example, in low ambient temperatures, warm water can easily form water vapor upon contact with cold air, causing fogging on the detection lens of the sensing element (such as the height sensor), which in turn affects the water dispenser's automatic water dispensing and shut-off functions.

[0064] Optionally, to prevent fogging of the detection element surface during hot or warm water dispensing, which could affect the user's water intake, and to avoid excessive energy consumption of the water dispenser, the preset water temperature is set to 50℃ in this embodiment. That is, once the user selects warm water, the water dispenser automatically turns on the fan to remove water vapor around the detection element through the air duct. Specifically, after the fan is turned on, the airflow generated by the fan can both disperse the water vapor around the detection element through the air duct and carry it away, preventing the water vapor around the detection element from contacting the relatively cool surface of the detection element and causing fogging.

[0065] The aforementioned anti-fogging control method is applied to a water dispenser. The dispenser body includes a head unit, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head unit, and the lower end is connected to the water receiving platform. The head unit includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water spout located above the water receiving platform, and the detection element is located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container below the water spout and the container height. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct connecting the first and second air vents to the outside of the dispenser body is provided between the first and second air vents. A fan is located on either the first or second air vent side of the air duct. During the anti-fogging control process, the water outlet temperature of the water outlet assembly is determined. Once the water outlet temperature is greater than or equal to the preset water outlet temperature, the fan is automatically turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, thereby immediately and effectively preventing fogging and achieving rapid response anti-fogging control.

[0066] In one embodiment, such as Figure 10 As shown, another anti-fog control method is provided, which will be combined with the following. Figure 1-4 The water dispenser structure shown in the figure illustrates the method in detail, which includes the following steps:

[0067] S1001: When the detection element detects that the user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform, the water dispensing component is controlled to dispense water in response to the user's water dispensing operation.

[0068] The detection element can be, but is not limited to, a height sensor, used to detect the water level in the water container located below the spout and the height of the water container, as well as to detect whether the user has placed the water container on the water dispensing platform. The user's water dispensing operation can be, but is not limited to, touch-based, button-based, or voice-based operations. The water dispensing assembly comprises all components involved in controlling, regulating, and guiding water from the inside of the water dispenser to the outside, including the spout, valves, sensors, and pipes.

[0069] Optionally, when the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform through a detection element, it controls the water dispensing component to dispense water in response to the user's water dispensing operation. Understandably, when the user selects warm water, the water temperature dispensed by the water dispensing component can be 50℃-60℃; when the user selects hot water, the water temperature dispensed by the water dispensing component can be 85℃-95℃.

[0070] S1002: Determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component.

[0071] Specifically, S1001 is the same as S901, and will not be repeated here.

[0072] S1003: If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, turn on the fan so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and blows away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0073] The preset water outlet temperature is a pre-set temperature threshold, such as 45℃ or 55℃, and can be adjusted according to actual needs, such as to 85℃ or 95℃. A lower preset water outlet temperature results in better anti-fogging performance, but also increases the water dispenser's energy consumption. To prevent fogging on the detection element surface during hot or warm water dispensing, and to avoid excessive energy consumption, the preset water outlet temperature is set to 50℃ in this embodiment. That is, once the user selects warm water, the water dispenser automatically turns on the fan to remove water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

[0074] For example, please see Figure 1-2 After the water dispenser automatically turns on fan 19, the airflow generated by fan 19 flows from the second air vent 17 to the first air vent 16 through air duct 18, thereby creating a pressure difference between the front and rear sides of the back panel 12 (the airflow pressure on the front side of the back panel 12 is less than the airflow pressure on the rear side of the back panel 12), to disperse the water vapor around the detection element 14. Please refer to... Figure 3-4 After the water dispenser automatically turns on the fan 39, the airflow generated by the fan 39 flows from the second air outlet 37 to the first air outlet 36 through the air duct 38, thereby creating a pressure difference between the front and rear sides of the back plate 32 (the airflow pressure on the front side of the back plate 32 is less than the airflow pressure on the rear side of the back plate 32) to disperse the water vapor around the detection element 34.

[0075] Optionally, the area of ​​the first air vent is smaller than the area of ​​the second air vent, thereby making the airflow generated by the fan at the first air vent (air outlet) have a higher velocity and a better anti-fog effect.

[0076] In this embodiment, by automatically turning on the fan when the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the airflow generated by the fan can flow from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and blow away the water vapor around the detection element. This not only achieves rapid response anti-fogging control, but also effectively reduces the energy consumption of the water dispenser and saves the operating cost of the water dispenser.

[0077] S1004: When the detection element detects that the water level in the receiving container and the container height of the receiving container meet the preset conditions, the water outlet component is controlled to stop discharging water.

[0078] Optionally, the water dispenser stops dispensing water when the ratio of the water level in the receiving container to the container height is detected by the detection element to reach a preset threshold. For example, the water dispenser automatically stops dispensing water when the ratio of the water level in the receiving container to the container height is detected by the detection element to reach 80%.

[0079] The above-mentioned anti-fog control methods can be applied to, but are not limited to, applications such as... Figure 1-2 As shown in Figure 3-4, when the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform through a detection element, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water. If the water temperature from the dispensing component is greater than or equal to the preset water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air vent to the first air vent through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element. When the detection element detects that the water level in the water receiving container and the container height meet the preset conditions, the water dispensing component is controlled to stop dispensing water. This not only achieves rapid response anti-fogging control but also effectively reduces the energy consumption of the water dispenser and saves operating costs.

[0080] In one embodiment, such as Figure 11 As shown, another anti-fog control method is provided, which will be combined with the following Figure 5-8 The water dispenser structure shown in the figure illustrates the method in detail, which includes the following steps:

[0081] S1101: When the detection element detects that the user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform, the water dispensing component is controlled to dispense water in response to the user's water dispensing operation.

[0082] Specifically, S1101 is the same as S1001, and will not be repeated here.

[0083] S1102: Determine the outlet water temperature of the outlet component.

[0084] Specifically, S1101 is the same as S901, and will not be repeated here.

[0085] S1103: If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, turn on the fan so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0086] The preset water outlet temperature is a pre-set temperature threshold, such as 45℃ or 55℃, and can be adjusted according to actual needs, such as to 85℃ or 95℃. A lower preset water outlet temperature results in better anti-fogging performance, but also increases the water dispenser's energy consumption. To prevent fogging on the detection element surface during hot or warm water dispensing, and to avoid excessive energy consumption, the preset water outlet temperature is set to 50℃ in this embodiment. That is, once the user selects warm water, the water dispenser automatically turns on the fan to remove water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

[0087] For example, please see Figure 5-6 After the water dispenser automatically turns on fan 59, the airflow generated by fan 59 flows from the first air vent 56 to the second air vent 57 through air duct 58, thereby creating a pressure difference between the front and rear sides of the back panel 52 (the airflow pressure on the front side of the back panel 52 is greater than the airflow pressure on the rear side of the back panel 52), so as to carry the water vapor around the detection element 54 from the front side of the back panel 52 to the rear side of the back panel 52. Please refer to... Figure 7-8 After the water dispenser automatically turns on the fan 79, the airflow generated by the fan 79 flows from the first air outlet 76 to the second air outlet 77 through the air duct 78, thereby creating a pressure difference between the front and rear sides of the back plate 72 (the airflow pressure on the front side of the back plate 72 is greater than the airflow pressure on the rear side of the back plate 72), so as to carry the water vapor around the detection element 74 from the front side of the back plate 72 to the rear side of the back plate 72.

[0088] In this embodiment, by automatically turning on the fan when the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the airflow generated by the fan can flow from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carry the water vapor around the detection element from the front side of the back panel to the rear side of the back panel. This not only achieves rapid response anti-fogging control, but also effectively reduces the energy consumption of the water dispenser and saves the operating cost of the water dispenser.

[0089] S1104: When the detection element detects that the water level in the receiving container and the container height of the receiving container meet the preset conditions, the water outlet component is controlled to stop discharging water.

[0090] Specifically, S1104 is the same as S1004, and will not be repeated here.

[0091] The above-mentioned anti-fog control methods can be applied to, but are not limited to, applications such as... Figure 5-6As shown in Figure 7-8, when the water dispenser detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform through a detection element, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water. If the water temperature from the dispensing component is greater than or equal to the preset water temperature, the fan is turned on, so that the airflow generated by the fan flows through the air duct from the first air outlet to the second air outlet and carries away the water vapor around the detection element. When the detection element detects that the water level in the water receiving container and the container height meet the preset conditions, it controls the water dispensing component to stop dispensing water. This not only achieves rapid response anti-fogging control, but also effectively reduces the energy consumption of the water dispenser and saves operating costs.

[0092] To illustrate the technical solution of the anti-fog control method of this application in detail, specific application examples will be used below, combined with... Figure 12 The entire process is described, and it specifically includes the following steps:

[0093] 1. When the water dispenser detects that the user has placed a cup down through the detection element, it responds to the user's water dispensing operation by controlling the water dispensing component to dispense water.

[0094] 2. Determine the water temperature of the water dispenser's water outlet component.

[0095] 3. The water dispenser determines whether the water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset water temperature. If yes, proceed to step 4; otherwise, proceed to step 5.

[0096] 4. If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the water dispenser will turn on its fan to remove water vapor around the detection element through the air duct. This can be achieved in the following two ways:

[0097] a) If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, turn on the fan so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and blows away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0098] b) If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, turn on the fan so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0099] 5. If the water temperature is lower than the preset water temperature, the water dispenser will keep the fan off.

[0100] 6. The water dispenser uses a detection element to check whether the ratio of the water level in the cup to the cup's height reaches a preset threshold. If yes, water dispensing stops; otherwise, the water dispensing assembly continues to dispense water.

[0101] Based on the above-mentioned inventive concept of anti-fog control method, such as Figure 13As shown in the figure, this application embodiment also provides an anti-fog control device 130 for implementing the anti-fog control method mentioned above. The anti-fog control device 130 is applied to a water dispenser. The water dispenser body includes a head, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head, and the lower end of the back panel is connected to the water receiving platform. The head includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water spout located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is located above the water receiving platform and is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container below the water spout and the container height of the water receiving container. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the body is provided between the first and second air vents. A fan is provided on the first or second air vent side of the air duct. The anti-fog control device 130 includes:

[0102] The determination module 131 is used to determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component;

[0103] The control module 132 is used to turn on the fan if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

[0104] In one embodiment, the first air outlet is an air outlet, the second air outlet is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air outlet; the control module 132 is specifically used to turn on the fan if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and blows away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0105] In one embodiment, the first air outlet is an air outlet, the second air outlet is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air outlet; the control module 132 is specifically used to turn on the fan if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and blows away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0106] In one embodiment, the area of ​​the first air vent is smaller than the area of ​​the second air vent.

[0107] In one embodiment, the first air inlet is an air inlet, the second air inlet is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air inlet; the control module 132 is specifically used to turn on the fan if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air inlet to the second air inlet through the air duct and carries out the water vapor around the detection element.

[0108] In one embodiment, the first air inlet is an air inlet, the second air outlet is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air inlet; the control module 132 is specifically used to turn on the fan if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air inlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries out the water vapor around the detection element.

[0109] In one embodiment, the control module 132 is further configured to, in response to the user's water-taking operation, control the water outlet component to dispense water when the detection element detects that the user has placed the water container on the water-collecting platform; and to control the water outlet component to stop dispensing water when the detection element detects that the water level in the water container and the container height of the water container meet preset conditions.

[0110] This application embodiment also provides an anti-fog control device, which can be a terminal, and its internal structure diagram can be as shown below. Figure 14 As shown, the anti-fog control device includes a processor, memory, input / output interface, communication interface, display unit, and input device. The processor, memory, and input / output interface are connected via a system bus, and the communication interface, display unit, and input device are also connected to the system bus via the input / output interface. The processor provides computing and control capabilities. The memory includes a non-volatile storage medium and internal memory. The non-volatile storage medium stores the operating system and computer programs. The internal memory provides an environment for the operation of the operating system and computer programs in the non-volatile storage medium. The input / output interface is used for exchanging information between the processor and external devices. The communication interface is used for wired or wireless communication with external terminals; wireless communication can be achieved through Wi-Fi, mobile cellular networks, NFC (Near Field Communication), or other technologies. When the computer program is executed by the processor, it implements an anti-fog control method. The display unit is used to form a visually visible image and can be a display screen, projection device, or virtual reality imaging device. The display screen can be an LCD screen or an e-ink screen. The input device of the anti-fog control device can be a touch layer covering the display screen, or a button, trackball, or touchpad set on the housing of the anti-fog control device, or an external keyboard, touchpad, or mouse, etc.

[0111] Those skilled in the art will understand that Figure 14 The structure shown is merely a block diagram of a portion of the structure related to the present application and does not constitute a limitation on the computer device to which the present application is applied. Specific computer devices may include more or fewer components than those shown in the figure, or combine certain components, or have different component arrangements.

[0112] In one embodiment, an anti-fog control device is provided, including a memory and a processor. The memory stores a computer program, and the processor executes the computer program to perform the following steps:

[0113] Determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component;

[0114] If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan will be turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

[0115] In one embodiment, when the processor executes the computer program, it also performs the following steps: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element.

[0116] In one embodiment, when the processor executes the computer program, it also performs the following steps: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element.

[0117] In one embodiment, when the processor executes the computer program, it also performs the following steps: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0118] In one embodiment, when the processor executes the computer program, it also performs the following steps: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0119] In one embodiment, when the processor executes the computer program, it further implements the following steps: when the detection element detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform, in response to the user's water intake operation, it controls the water dispensing component to dispense water; when the detection element detects that the water level in the water receiving container and the container height of the water receiving container meet preset conditions, it controls the water dispensing component to stop dispensing water.

[0120] This application also provides a computer storage medium storing instructions that, when run on a computer or processor, cause the computer or processor to perform one or more steps in the above embodiments. If the constituent modules of the above-described anti-fog control device are implemented as software functional units and sold or used as independent products, they can be stored in the aforementioned computer-readable storage medium.

[0121] In one embodiment, a computer storage medium is provided having a computer program stored thereon, which, when executed by a processor, performs the following steps:

[0122] Determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component;

[0123] If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan will be turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

[0124] In one embodiment, when the computer program is executed by the processor, it further performs the following steps: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element.

[0125] In one embodiment, when the computer program is executed by the processor, it further performs the following steps: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element.

[0126] In one embodiment, when the computer program is executed by the processor, it further implements the following steps: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0127] In one embodiment, when the computer program is executed by the processor, it further implements the following steps: if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

[0128] In one embodiment, when the computer program is executed by the processor, it further performs the following steps: when the detection element detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform, in response to the user's water-taking operation, it controls the water dispensing component to dispense water; when the detection element detects that the water level in the water receiving container and the container height of the water receiving container meet preset conditions, it controls the water dispensing component to stop dispensing water.

[0129] In the above embodiments, implementation can be achieved entirely or partially through software, hardware, firmware, or any combination thereof. When implemented using software, it can be implemented entirely or partially as a computer program product. The computer program product includes one or more computer instructions. When the computer program instructions are loaded and executed on a computer, all or part of the processes or functions described in the embodiments of this application are generated. The computer can be a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, a computer network, or other programmable device. The computer instructions can be stored in a computer storage medium or transmitted through the computer storage medium. The computer instructions can be transmitted from one website, computer, server, or data center to another website, computer, server, or data center via wired (e.g., coaxial cable, fiber optic, Digital Subscriber Line (DSL)) or wireless (e.g., infrared, wireless, microwave, etc.) means. The computer storage medium can be any available medium that a computer can access or a data storage device such as a server or data center that integrates one or more available media. The available media may be magnetic media (e.g., floppy disks, hard disks, magnetic tapes), optical media (e.g., digital versatile discs (DVDs)), or semiconductor media (e.g., solid-state drives (SSDs)).

[0130] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or part of the processes in the methods of the above embodiments can be implemented by a computer program instructing related hardware. This program can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, and when executed, it can include the processes of the embodiments of the methods described above. The aforementioned storage medium includes various media capable of storing program code, such as ROM, RAM, magnetic disks, or optical disks. Unless otherwise specified, the technical features of this embodiment and its implementation can be combined arbitrarily.

[0131] The embodiments described above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Any modifications and improvements made by those skilled in the art to the technical solutions of this application without departing from the spirit of this application should fall within the protection scope defined by the claims.

[0132] The foregoing has described specific embodiments of this application. Other embodiments are within the scope of the appended claims. In some cases, the actions or steps recited in the claims may be performed in a different order than that shown in the embodiments and may still achieve the desired results. Furthermore, the processes depicted in the drawings do not necessarily require the specific or sequential order shown to achieve the desired results. In some embodiments, multitasking and parallel processing are also possible or may be advantageous.

Claims

1. A method for controlling fog, characterized in that, An application is made in a water dispenser. The dispenser body includes a head, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head, and the lower end of the back panel is connected to the water receiving platform. The head includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water spout located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is located above the water receiving platform and is used to detect the water level in a water receiving container located below the water spout and the height of the water receiving container. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the dispenser body is provided between the first air vent and the second air vent. A fan is provided on the first air vent side or the second air vent side of the air duct. The method includes: Determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component; If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

2. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first air vent is an air outlet, the second air vent is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air vent; If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on to remove water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, including: If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element.

3. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first air vent is an air outlet, the second air vent is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air vent; If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on to remove water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, including: If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the second air outlet to the first air outlet through the air duct and disperses the water vapor around the detection element.

4. The method as described in claim 2 or 3, characterized in that, The area of ​​the first air vent is smaller than the area of ​​the second air vent.

5. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The first air vent is an air inlet, the second air vent is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air vent; If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on to remove water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, including: If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

6. The method as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The first air vent is an air inlet, the second air vent is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air vent; If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on to remove water vapor around the detection element through the air duct, including: If the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to the preset outlet water temperature, the fan is turned on so that the airflow generated by the fan flows from the first air outlet to the second air outlet through the air duct and carries away the water vapor around the detection element.

7. The method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The method further includes: When the detection element detects that a user has placed a water container on the water receiving platform, the system controls the water dispensing component to dispense water in response to the user's water dispensing operation. When the detection element detects that the water level in the water receiving container and the container height of the water receiving container meet preset conditions, the water outlet component is controlled to stop discharging water.

8. An anti-fog control device, characterized in that, An application is made in a water dispenser. The dispenser body includes a head, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head, and the lower end of the back panel is connected to the water receiving platform. The head includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water spout located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is located above the water receiving platform and is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container below the water spout and the height of the water receiving container. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the dispenser body is provided between the first air vent and the second air vent. A fan is provided on the first air vent side or the second air vent side of the air duct. The device includes: A determining module is used to determine the outlet water temperature of the water outlet component; The control module is used to turn on the fan if the outlet water temperature is greater than or equal to a preset outlet water temperature, so that the fan removes water vapor around the detection element through the air duct.

9. A water dispenser, characterized in that, The water dispenser's body includes a head unit, a back panel, and a water receiving platform. The upper end of the back panel is connected to the head unit, and the lower end of the back panel is connected to the water receiving platform. The head unit includes a water outlet assembly and a detection element. The water outlet assembly has a water spout located above the water receiving platform. The detection element is located above the water receiving platform and is used to detect the water level in the water receiving container below the water spout and the container height of the water receiving container. The front side of the back panel has a first air vent near the detection element, and the rear side of the back panel has a second air vent. An air duct communicating with the outside of the body is provided between the first air vent and the second air vent. A fan is provided on the first air vent side or the second air vent side of the air duct.

10. The method as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The first air vent is an air outlet, the second air vent is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air vent.

11. The method as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The first air vent is an air outlet, the second air vent is an air inlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air vent.

12. The method as described in claim 10 or 11, characterized in that, The area of ​​the first air vent is smaller than the area of ​​the second air vent.

13. The method as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The first air vent is an air inlet, the second air vent is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the second air vent.

14. The method as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The first air vent is an air inlet, the second air vent is an air outlet, and a fan is provided on the side of the first air vent.

15. An anti-fog control device, characterized in that, include: A processor and a memory; the memory stores a computer program, and the processor executes the computer program to implement the method steps of any one of claims 1-7.

16. A computer storage medium, characterized in that, The computer storage medium stores a plurality of instructions adapted for loading by a processor and executing the method steps as claimed in any one of claims 1-7.

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