Control method of air conditioner, air conditioner and computer readable storage medium

Abstract

This invention discloses a control method for an air conditioner, an air conditioner, and a computer-readable storage medium, relating to the field of air conditioning equipment technology. The air conditioner includes an air outlet frame disposed at an air outlet, the air outlet frame having a circumferential air outlet side and an axial air outlet side. The control method for the air conditioner includes: acquiring an air outlet command; acquiring an air supply mode based on the air outlet command; and controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode. The technical effect of the technical solution provided by this invention is to control the opening or closing relationship between the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the air outlet frame, providing users with a variety of airflow experiences.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of air conditioning equipment technology, and in particular to a control method for an air conditioner, an air conditioner, and a computer-readable storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, air conditioner vents on the market typically have rotating air deflectors on the air outlet. By rotating the deflector, the direction of the airflow from the air conditioner can be changed, increasing the airflow angle. However, this method of rotating the air deflector limits the selectable airflow angle, thus providing users with a relatively limited range of wind comfort experiences. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The main objective of this invention is to provide a control method for an air conditioner, an air conditioner, and a computer-readable storage medium, which aims to control the opening or closing relationship between the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the air outlet frame, thereby providing users with a variety of airflow experiences.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention proposes a control method for an air conditioner, wherein the air conditioner includes an air outlet frame disposed at the air outlet, the air outlet frame having a circumferential air outlet side and an axial air outlet side, and the control method includes:

[0005] Receive air supply command;

[0006] The air supply mode is obtained according to the air supply command;

[0007] According to the air supply mode, at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the air outlet frame is controlled to open or close.

[0008] In one embodiment, the step of opening or closing at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the control air outlet frame includes:

[0009] The air outlet frame is controlled to extend and retract along the through direction of the air outlet, thereby causing the circumferential air outlet side to move between being contained and exposed in the housing; wherein the circumferential air outlet side is located on the circumferential wall of the air outlet frame.

[0010] In one embodiment, the air supply mode includes a first air supply mode, and the step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air supply side and the axial air supply side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode includes:

[0011] According to the first air supply mode, the circumferential air outlet side is opened and the axial air outlet side is closed.

[0012] In one embodiment, the air supply mode includes a second air supply mode, and the step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air supply side and the axial air supply side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode includes:

[0013] According to the second air supply mode, the axial air outlet side is opened and the circumferential air outlet side is closed.

[0014] In one embodiment, the air supply mode includes a third air supply mode, and the step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air supply side and the axial air supply side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode includes:

[0015] According to the third air supply mode, the axial air outlet side and the circumferential air outlet side are opened.

[0016] In one embodiment, the air conditioner includes two air outlets, and the step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode specifically includes:

[0017] According to the air supply mode, at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the two air outlets is controlled to open or close.

[0018] In one embodiment, the air supply mode includes a fourth air supply mode, and the two air outlets include an upper air outlet and a lower air outlet distributed vertically. The step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the two air outlet frames to switch between on and off according to the air supply mode specifically includes:

[0019] According to the fourth air supply mode, the axial and circumferential air outlets of the upper air outlet are opened, and one of the circumferential and axial air outlets of the lower air outlet is opened while the other is closed.

[0020] In one embodiment, the air supply mode includes a fifth air supply mode, and the two air outlets include an upper air outlet and a lower air outlet distributed in a vertical direction. The step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the two air outlet frames to switch between opening and closing according to the air supply mode specifically includes:

[0021] According to the fifth air supply mode, the axial and circumferential air outlets of the lower air outlet are opened, and one of the circumferential and axial air outlets of the upper air outlet is opened while the other is closed.

[0022] In one embodiment, the opening or closing step of at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the control air outlet frame includes:

[0023] The air guide on the axial air outlet side is controlled to rotate around its length, thereby causing the axial air outlet side to open or close; wherein the axial air outlet side is located on one side of the air outlet frame.

[0024] The present invention also proposes an air conditioner, the air conditioner including a processor and a memory, the memory storing a control program that can run on the processor, and when the processor executes the control program, it implements the steps of the control method described above.

[0025] The present invention also proposes a computer-readable storage medium storing a control program, which, when executed by a processor, implements the steps of the control method described above.

[0026] The technical solution of this invention, after obtaining the user's input airflow command, allows the air conditioner to select an airflow mode from a stored list of airflow modes that matches the command. Based on the selected mode, the air conditioner controls the opening and closing of the axial and circumferential airflow sides of the air outlet frame, thereby enabling the air conditioner to deliver airflow in the appropriate direction according to the user's input command, providing the user with a rich airflow experience. During this process, when the circumferential airflow side is closed, airflow can be directly delivered forward from the axial airflow side, suitable for situations requiring directional, long-distance airflow, enhancing the user's airflow experience; when the axial airflow side is closed, airflow can diffuse outwards from the circumferential airflow side, rapidly spreading along the sidewalls of the casing, thus reducing the perceived airflow; alternatively, the degree of opening of the axial and circumferential airflow sides may be positively or negatively correlated, achieving a larger airflow volume, thus adjusting the user's airflow experience between direct and indirect circumferential blowing, providing the user with a variety of airflow experiences. Attached Figure Description

[0027] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0028] Figure 1 A flowchart illustrating an embodiment of the control method for an air conditioner provided by the present invention;

[0029] Figure 2 A schematic flowchart of an embodiment of the air conditioner control method provided by the present invention in the first air supply mode;

[0030] Figure 3 A schematic flowchart of an embodiment of the air conditioner control method provided by the present invention in the second air supply mode;

[0031] Figure 4 A flowchart illustrating an embodiment of the air conditioner control method provided by the present invention in the third air supply mode;

[0032] Figure 5 A flowchart illustrating an embodiment of the air conditioner control method provided by the present invention in the fourth air supply mode;

[0033] Figure 6 A flowchart illustrating an embodiment of the air conditioner control method provided by the present invention in the fifth air supply mode;

[0034] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the air conditioner provided by the present invention in the first air supply mode;

[0035] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the air conditioner provided by the present invention in the second air supply mode;

[0036] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the air conditioner provided by the present invention in the third air supply mode;

[0037] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the air conditioner provided by the present invention in the fourth air supply mode;

[0038] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the air conditioner provided by the present invention in the fifth air supply mode;

[0039] Figure 12 A cross-sectional view of an embodiment of the air conditioner provided by the present invention;

[0040] Figure 13 for Figure 12 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0041] Figure 14 A cross-sectional view of another embodiment of the air conditioner provided by the present invention;

[0042] Figure 15 for Figure 14 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle;

[0043] Figure 16 This is a control logic diagram of an embodiment of the air conditioner of the present invention.

[0044] Explanation of icon numbers:

[0045] 100. Housing; 110. Air outlet;

[0046] 200, Air outlet frame; 201, Axial air outlet side; 202, Circumferential air outlet side; 220, Housing; 230, Connecting rod; 240, Air guide; 250, Frame body; 251, Rack; 260, Push rod; 261, Push tooth;

[0047] 301, First driving component; 302, Second driving component; 401, First output gear; 402, Second output gear; 500, Fan; 600, Heat exchanger.

[0048] The realization of the objective, functional features and advantages of the present invention will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0049] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0050] It should be noted that if the embodiments of the present invention involve directional indications (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, etc.), the directional indications are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of the components in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indications will also change accordingly.

[0051] Furthermore, if the embodiments of this invention involve descriptions such as "first" or "second," these descriptions are for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of those features. Additionally, the use of "and / or" or "and / or" throughout the text includes three parallel solutions. For example, "A and / or B" includes solution A, solution B, or a solution where both A and B are satisfied simultaneously. Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, it should be considered that such a combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this invention.

[0052] To facilitate understanding of how air conditioners are controlled, we will first introduce their structure. Please refer to... Figures 12 to 15The air conditioner includes a housing 100, a fan 500, an air outlet frame 200, and an air guide 240. The housing 100 is provided with an air outlet 110. The fan 500 is located inside the housing 100 and delivers air to the air outlet 110. The air outlet frame 200 has a circumferential air outlet side 202 and an axial air outlet side 201. The air outlet frame 200 can move relative to the housing 100 along the through direction of the air outlet 110 until the circumferential air outlet side 202 is exposed in the housing 100 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 is housed in the housing 100. When the circumferential air outlet side 202 is housed within the casing 100, the airflow can be directly delivered forward from the axial air outlet side 201, which is suitable for situations requiring directional, long-distance air delivery and improves air delivery efficiency. When the circumferential air outlet side 202 is exposed outside the casing 100, the airflow can diffuse outward from the circumferential air outlet side 202, thereby rapidly diffusing the airflow along the side wall of the casing 100, thus reducing the wind sensation felt by the user and improving the user experience.

[0053] Specifically, in one embodiment, please refer to Figure 12 and Figure 13 The air conditioner also includes a first driving component 301. The air outlet frame 200 includes a housing 220 and a frame body 250 adapted to the air outlet 110. The housing 220 is located in the middle of the frame body 250 and is connected to the frame body 250 through a connecting rod 230. The air guide 240 is rotatably connected to the frame body 250 and is spaced apart from the housing 220. The circumferential air outlet side 202 is disposed on the frame body 250. The first driving component 301 is disposed on the housing 220 and is driven and connected to the push rod 260. The push rod 260 is fixed relative to the housing 100. The first driving component 301 is provided with a first output gear 401, and the push rod 260 is provided with a plurality of push teeth 261. At least one of the first output gear 401 meshes with the push teeth 261. The first drive member 301 drives the first output gear 401 to rotate. Due to the meshing relationship between the push gear 261 and the first output gear 401, the first drive member 301 moves along the through direction of the air outlet 110, thereby causing the housing 220, i.e., the air outlet frame 200, to move along the through direction of the air outlet 110. It can be understood that the housing 220 is located at the center of the air outlet 110 to ensure that the airflow delivered by the fan 500 can be discharged relatively smoothly between the outer periphery of the housing 220 and the inner periphery of the frame body 250, reducing the wind resistance experienced by the air outlet frame 200. The housing 220 is located at the center of the air outlet 110 and is connected to the frame body 250 via the connecting rod 230. When the first driving member 301 controls the air outlet frame 200 to move along the through direction of the air outlet 110, the force between the first driving member 301 and the push rod 260 can be evenly distributed around the circumference of the air outlet frame 200, thereby improving the stability of the air outlet frame 200 during the movement.

[0054] In another embodiment, please refer to Figure 14 and Figure 15 The air conditioner also includes a second drive component 302. An air guide component 240 is rotatably connected to the inner circumference of the air outlet frame 200. A rack 251 is provided on the air outlet frame 200, and the second drive component 302 is provided with a second output gear 402, which meshes with the rack 251 on the outer circumference of the air outlet frame 200, thereby driving the air outlet frame 200 to move along the through direction of the air outlet 110. It can be understood that since the second drive component 302 and the transmission component are located on the peripheral wall of the air outlet frame 200, they will not interfere with the airflow path from the fan 500 to the air outlet 110, helping to ensure that the airflow can pass smoothly through the air outlet frame 200. Without loss of generality, the air conditioner is equipped with two second drive components 302, which are distributed on opposite sides of the periphery of the air outlet 110. Correspondingly, racks 251 and second output gears 402 are also provided on opposite sides of the periphery of the air outlet 110. This ensures that the air outlet frame 200 is subjected to uniform force during the extension and retraction process, reducing the deformation or damage of the air outlet frame 200 due to excessive force on one side.

[0055] This invention proposes a control method for an air conditioner.

[0056] Please refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 7 and Figure 16 In one embodiment of the present invention, the air conditioner includes an air outlet frame 200 disposed at the air outlet 110, the air outlet frame 200 having a circumferential air outlet side 202 and an axial air outlet side 201, and the control method of the air conditioner includes:

[0057] Step S100: Obtain the air outlet command;

[0058] Step S200: Obtain the air supply mode according to the air supply command;

[0059] Step S300: According to the air supply mode, control at least one of the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201 of the air outlet frame 200 to open or close.

[0060] The technical solution of the present invention, after obtaining the air outlet command input by the user, enables the air conditioner to select an air supply mode that matches the air outlet command from the various stored air supply modes. Based on the selected air supply mode, the air conditioner controls the opening and closing relationship of the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the air outlet frame 200, thereby enabling the air conditioner to deliver air volume in the appropriate direction according to the air outlet command input by the user, so as to bring the user a rich airflow experience. During this process, when the circumferential air outlet side 202 is closed, the airflow can be directly sent forward from the axial air outlet side 201, which is suitable for situations requiring directional, long-distance air delivery and improves the user's sense of airflow. When the axial air outlet side 201 is closed, the airflow can diffuse outward from the circumferential air outlet side 202, thereby rapidly diffusing the airflow along the side wall of the casing 100, thus reducing the sense of airflow felt by the user. Alternatively, the degree of opening of the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 is positively or negatively correlated, achieving a larger airflow volume, thereby adjusting the user's sense of airflow between direct airflow and non-direct airflow in the circumferential direction, thus providing the user with a variety of airflow experiences.

[0061] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the circumferential air outlet side 202 disperses air around the circumference of the air outlet frame 200 along the vertical plane, while the axial air outlet side 201 concentrates air along the axial direction of the air outlet frame 200 along the horizontal plane. By controlling the opening degree of at least one of the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202, different airflow speeds in the vertical and horizontal planes can be selected, allowing the air conditioner to flexibly adapt to different usage scenarios and needs. Specifically, the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the air outlet frame 200 can provide uniform circumferential airflow or segmented circumferential airflow. Similarly, the size of each air outlet 110 along the penetrating direction of the air outlet 110 on the circumferential air outlet side 202 can be equal or different. For the axial air outlet side 201 of the air outlet frame 200, a rotatable air guide 240 can also be provided to adjust the airflow direction of the axial air outlet side 201 from the horizontal plane to the vertical plane to a certain extent.

[0062] It is understandable that the air conditioner has multiple air supply modes. Users only need to select a specific air supply command, and the air conditioner will then deliver airflow according to the corresponding mode. This is simple for users, allowing them to choose the appropriate air supply mode based on their needs. The airflow is adjusted by controlling the air outlet frame 200 along the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201, thus better meeting the user's airflow requirements in different scenarios and improving user comfort and satisfaction. For the air conditioner, it only needs to deliver airflow according to the user's command, providing precise airflow distribution in each direction and high airflow efficiency. Specifically, the control method provided in this embodiment can adapt to different indoor environments and user needs. For example, in hot summer weather, it can deliver axial direct airflow for rapid cooling; in cold winter weather, it can deliver airflow in a circumferential air curtain manner, adjusting the airflow direction to avoid direct airflow causing discomfort.

[0063] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 12 to 16 The step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201 of the air outlet frame 200 to open or close includes:

[0064] Step 301: Control the air outlet frame 200 to extend and retract along the through direction of the air outlet 110, thereby driving the circumferential air outlet side 202 to move between being contained and exposed in the housing 100; wherein, the circumferential air outlet side 202 is opposite to the inner side of the air outlet 110.

[0065] It is understandable that, regarding the adjustment of the opening degree of the circumferential air outlet side 202 between opening and closing of the air outlet frame 200, the circumferential air outlet side 202 can be extended and exposed outside the housing 100, and retracted and housed inside the housing 100, by extending and retracting along the penetrating direction of the air outlet 110. This allows for flexible and timely adjustment of the circumferential air volume, and precise control of the change in circumferential air volume based on the extension amount of the air outlet frame 200. For example, as the air outlet frame 200 extends outward along the penetrating direction of the air outlet 110, the opening degree of the circumferential air outlet side 202 gradually increases; as the air outlet frame 200 retracts inward along the penetrating direction of the air outlet 110, the opening degree of the circumferential air outlet side 202 gradually decreases. Without loss of generality, the gap between the inner wall of the air duct formed by the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the air outlet 110 is small, allowing airflow to pass through when the circumferential air outlet side 202 is exposed outside the housing 100. Alternatively, the circumferential air outlet side 202 is provided with an opening and closing structure, so that when the air outlet frame 200 extends outside the housing 100 to expose the circumferential air outlet side 202, the opening and closing structure also opens the circumferential air outlet side 202 simultaneously. Or, after the circumferential air outlet side 202 is exposed, the degree to which the opening and closing structure opens the circumferential air outlet side 202 is controlled according to the circumferential airflow demand. Of course, in other embodiments, the peripheral wall of the air outlet frame 200 is always exposed outside the housing 100, and the air outlet frame 200 is fixedly set relative to the housing 100. The opening degree of the circumferential air outlet side 202 is adjusted by controlling the opening and closing structure on the peripheral wall of the air outlet frame 200.

[0066] In one embodiment, please refer to Figures 12 to 16 The step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201 of the air outlet frame 200 to open or close includes:

[0067] Step 302: Control the air guide 240 of the axial air outlet side 201 to rotate around the length direction, thereby driving the axial air outlet side 201 to open or close; wherein, the axial air outlet side 201 is located on one side of the air outlet frame 200.

[0068] It is understandable that, regarding the adjustment of the opening degree of the axial air outlet side 201 between opening and closing of the air outlet frame 200, by controlling the rotation of the air guide 240 around its length direction, the axial air outlet side 201 is at its maximum opening when the width direction of the air guide 240 is parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, and at its minimum opening when the width direction of the air guide 240 is perpendicular to the through direction of the air outlet 110. This achieves flexible control of the air volume along the axial direction of the air outlet frame 200. For example, as the air guide 240 is moved from being perpendicular to the through direction of the air outlet 110 in the width direction to being parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, the opening degree of the axial air outlet side 201 gradually increases; as the air guide 240 is moved from being parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110 in the width direction to being perpendicular to the through direction of the air outlet 110, the opening degree of the axial air outlet side 201 gradually decreases. It should be noted that during the rotation of the air guide 240 along its length, the airflow is output to the outside from the width direction of the air guide 240. That is, the airflow direction output to the outside along the axial outlet side 201 is not always parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, but can switch flow directions along the width direction of the air guide 240 in a plane perpendicular to the length direction of the air guide 240. However, at a certain moment of air outlet, it will still maintain a relatively concentrated airflow direction, unlike the circumferential outlet side 202 which always outlets air in all directions of the vertical plane. Therefore, the axial outlet side 201 can achieve a longer air delivery distance and increase the coverage area. Of course, in other embodiments, a push-opening and closing structure perpendicular to the through direction of the air outlet 110 can also be provided on the axial outlet side 201 to adjust the opening degree of the axial outlet 110.

[0069] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 2 , Figure 7 and Figure 16 The air supply mode includes the first air supply mode, and step S300 includes:

[0070] Step S310: In the first air supply mode, open the circumferential air outlet side 202 and close the axial air outlet side 201.

[0071] By closing the axial air outlet side 201, allowing airflow only from the open circumferential air outlet side 202, the air conditioner forms an air curtain around the perimeter of the air outlet 110. This air curtain can quickly cover the current environment vertically, with a large air outlet angle and large air volume, resulting in a more uniform airflow distribution within the room. Specifically, it can form an air wall that blocks airflow, such as preventing outside air from entering the room or preventing cool indoor air from escaping to the outside, thus creating a relatively enclosed and temperature-constant environment. Simultaneously, it reduces the probability of direct airflow onto the user, providing a windless first-stage air supply mode, especially effective in reducing user discomfort when hot or cold air is being blown out. The circumferential air outlet side 202 can be opened at different degrees to output different air volumes along the circumference, creating air curtains of varying degrees.

[0072] The following description uses steps S301 and S302 as examples. In this embodiment, step S310 involves: following the first air supply mode, pushing the air outlet frame 200 outward along the through direction of the air outlet 110 outside the housing 100 until the circumferential air outlet side 202 is exposed outside the housing 100, thus opening the circumferential air outlet side 202, and rotating the air guide 240 so that the width direction of the air guide 240 is perpendicular to the through direction of the air outlet 110. This ensures that airflow can only be output to the external environment from the circumferential air outlet side 202, thereby forming an air curtain, avoiding direct airflow to the user, and effectively dispersing the airflow direction. This reduces the user's wind sensation and improves the airflow's ability to quickly cover the current environment in the vertical plane, making the airflow distribution in the room more uniform. This helps reduce temperature dead zones and improves the overall comfort of the room.

[0073] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 8 and Figure 16 The air supply mode includes a second air supply mode, and step S300 includes:

[0074] Step S320: In the second air supply mode, open the axial air outlet side 201 and close the circumferential air outlet side 202.

[0075] By closing the circumferential air outlet side 202, allowing airflow only from the open axial air outlet side 201, the airflow direction of the air conditioner becomes more concentrated, the airflow distance increases, and directional airflow is achieved. This is particularly useful for situations requiring rapid cooling or heating of a specific area, such as directing airflow towards the human body to quickly adjust the perceived temperature. Simultaneously, in the second airflow mode, the more concentrated airflow direction makes the airflow more precise and targeted, accelerating air circulation in the environment and significantly improving airflow efficiency. The air conditioner can reach the set temperature more quickly, thereby shortening operating time and reducing energy consumption. Furthermore, opening the axial air outlet side 201 allows for different opening degrees, enabling different air volumes to be output along the axial direction of the air outlet 110, creating varying degrees of air curtain.

[0076] The following description uses steps S301 and S302 as examples. In this embodiment, step S320 involves rotating the air guide 240 according to the second air supply mode until its width is parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, thereby opening the axial air outlet side 201. The air outlet frame 200 then retracts into the housing 100 along the through direction of the air outlet 110 until the circumferential air outlet side 202 is housed within the housing 100. This ensures that airflow can only be output to the external environment from the axial air outlet side 201, resulting in more concentrated airflow and increased wind speed. This provides a rapid sensory adjustment effect and accelerates air circulation within the environment. Simultaneously, the air guide 240 guides the airflow on the axial air outlet side 201, helping to optimize the airflow path, making the air supply more precise, and reducing unnecessary energy loss.

[0077] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 4 , Figure 9 and Figure 16 The air supply mode includes the third air supply mode, and step S300 includes:

[0078] Step S330: According to the third air supply mode, open the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202.

[0079] By opening the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201, airflow can be directed from both sides to the external environment, increasing the air volume of the air conditioner and more effectively circulating indoor air, thus improving air circulation and overall indoor air quality. Similarly, the multi-directional airflow formed by the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 ensures that air is more evenly distributed throughout the room, improving air delivery efficiency and resulting in a more uniform indoor temperature. Therefore, this third air delivery mode is suitable for various indoor environments, such as conference rooms and large living rooms where extensive air delivery is required. Furthermore, depending on the different levels of demand for circumferential multi-angle airflow and axial directional airflow, the opening ratio of the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 can be selectively allocated when both are simultaneously open, thereby expanding the application scenarios of the air conditioner and reducing energy consumption.

[0080] Similarly, the above steps S301 and S302 will be described as examples. In this embodiment, step S330 is as follows: According to the third air supply mode, the air outlet frame 200 is pushed out along the through direction of the air outlet 110 outside the housing 100 until the circumferential air outlet side 202 is exposed outside the housing 100, thereby opening the circumferential air outlet side 202. The air guide 240 is then rotated until its width direction is parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, thereby opening the axial air outlet side 201. This allows airflow to be output to the external environment from both the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202, increasing the air volume of the air conditioner and achieving the purpose of quickly adjusting indoor air parameters. This design not only directs airflow along the axial outlet side 201, concentrating the airflow direction, but also utilizes the airflow along the circumferential outlet side 202 to form an air curtain. This reduces the speed and volume of direct airflow to the user and effectively disperses the airflow direction, reducing the user's perceived draft and making the airflow distribution more even in the room, thus improving user comfort. Furthermore, the extension degree of the outlet frame 200 and the degree to which the air guide 240 opens the outlet 110 along its length are proportionally related, thereby altering the relationship between the opening degree of the circumferential outlet side 202 and the opening degree of the axial outlet side 201. This allows the air conditioner to adapt to different user preferences regarding airflow, enhancing its versatility.

[0081] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 , Figure 6 , Figure 9 , Figure 10 and Figure 16 The air conditioner includes two air outlets 110, and step S300 includes:

[0082] Step S303: According to the air supply mode, control at least one of the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201 of the two air outlets 110 to open or close.

[0083] It is understandable that by independently controlling the opening and closing of the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201 of the two air outlets 110, multiple air supply options can be switched, such as directional air supply, all-round air supply, and vertical air supply, which enhances the air supply flexibility of the air conditioner and enables the air conditioner to better adapt to different indoor environments and user needs. For example, the circumferential air outlet sides 202 of both air outlets 110 can be opened simultaneously while the axial air outlet sides 201 are closed simultaneously; or the circumferential air outlet sides 202 of both air outlets 110 can be closed simultaneously while the axial air outlet sides 201 are open simultaneously; or the circumferential air outlet side 202 of one air outlet 110 can be opened while the axial air outlet side 201 is closed, and the axial air outlet side 201 of the other air outlet 110 can be opened while the circumferential air outlet side 202 is closed; or both the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 of both air outlets 110 can be opened; or both the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 of one air outlet 110 can be opened, and one of the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the other air outlet 110 can be opened while the other is closed. In this way, the two air outlets 110 can cooperate to form a richer and more refined airflow path, which can optimize the indoor airflow distribution, reduce temperature dead zones, and improve overall comfort. Meanwhile, by reasonably controlling the airflow direction and range of the two air outlets 110, unnecessary energy loss can be reduced and energy efficiency improved. Of course, in other embodiments, multiple air outlets 110 can be provided. By controlling the opening and closing of the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201 of the multiple air outlets 110, the selection of air outlet paths can be enriched, making the air supply range of the air conditioner wider.

[0084] Furthermore, in this embodiment, please refer to Figure 5 , Figure 9 and Figure 16 The air supply mode includes a fourth air supply mode. The two air outlets 110 include an upper air outlet 110 and a lower air outlet 110 distributed vertically. Step S303 is as follows:

[0085] Step S340: According to the fourth air supply mode, control the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the upper air outlet 110 to open, and control one of the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201 of the lower air outlet 110 to open and the other to close.

[0086] It is understandable that in the fourth air supply mode, the lower air outlet 110 only opens either the circumferential air outlet side 202 or the axial air outlet side 201, while the upper air outlet 110 opens both the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201. This results in a greater airflow volume at the top than at the bottom, achieving rapid adjustment of the air in the upper part of the environment. Specifically, the lower air outlet 110 can open either the axial air outlet side 201 or the circumferential air outlet side 202. In particular, when the air conditioner needs to supply air heavier than the existing air in the environment, such as cold air, the upper air outlet 110 delivers a larger airflow, while the lower air outlet 110 delivers a smaller airflow. This allows the cold air to quickly cover the upper part of the environment first, and then gravity covers the entire space, improving air supply efficiency, effectively reducing dead zones, and preventing cold air from directly blowing on the user, ensuring a comfortable airflow experience. The opening degree of the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the upper air outlet 110 can be adjusted according to the size and layout of the space. Similarly, the opening ratio between the upper air outlet 110 and the lower air outlet 110 can also be allocated according to the set requirements and the spatial characteristics of the external environment, thereby expanding the application scenarios of the air conditioner and reducing energy consumption.

[0087] Specifically, the following description is based on steps S301, S302, and S303. In this embodiment, according to the fourth air supply mode, the upper air outlet 110 pushes the air outlet frame 200 outward along the through direction of the air outlet 110 towards the outside of the housing 100, until the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the upper air outlet 110 is exposed outside the housing 100, thereby opening the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the upper air outlet 110. The air guide 240 of the upper air outlet 110 is then rotated until its width direction is parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, thereby opening the axial air outlet side. Correspondingly, the lower air outlet 110 can be pushed outward along the through direction of the air outlet 110 from the outer side of the housing 100 until the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the lower air outlet 110 is exposed outside the housing 100, thus opening the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the lower air outlet 110. Alternatively, the air guide 240 of the lower air outlet 110 can be rotated until its width is parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, thus opening the axial air outlet side 201. This increases the air volume output by the upper air outlet 110 and relatively reduces the air volume output by the lower air outlet 110, allowing the airflow to quickly cover the upper space of the environment first, and then gradually cover the lower space, thereby reducing the direct wind force on the human body and ensuring the user's airflow experience. At the same time, it is also suitable for conveying heavier gases, achieving rapid air exchange and promoting air circulation in the room. The extension degree of the air outlet frame 200 of the upper air outlet 110 and the degree to which the air guide 240 opens the air outlet 110 along the length direction are in a certain proportion to adapt to the space in the upper part of the environment. Correspondingly, the extension degree of the air outlet frame 200 of the lower air outlet 110 or the degree to which the air guide 240 opens the air outlet 110 along the length direction can adapt to the space in the lower part of the environment, or form a specific relationship with the air volume of the upper air outlet 110 to adapt to the overall spatial distribution of the environment, improve ventilation efficiency, meet the different wind feel needs of users, and be suitable for various environments, thus enhancing the applicability of the air conditioner.

[0088] Furthermore, in this embodiment, please refer to Figure 6 , Figure 10 and Figure 16 The air supply mode includes the fifth air supply mode, and the two air outlets 110 include an upper air outlet 110 and a lower air outlet 110 distributed in the vertical direction. Step S303 is as follows:

[0089] Step S350: According to the fifth air supply mode, control the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the lower air outlet 110 to open, and control one of the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201 of the upper air outlet 110 to open and the other to close.

[0090] It is understandable that in the fifth air supply mode, the upper air outlet 110 only opens either the circumferential air outlet side 202 or the axial air outlet side 201, while the lower air outlet 110 opens both the circumferential air outlet side 202 and the axial air outlet side 201. This results in a greater air volume at the lower end than at the upper end, achieving rapid adjustment of the air in the environment. Specifically, the upper air outlet 110 can open either the axial air outlet side 201 or the circumferential air outlet side 202. Specifically, when the air conditioner needs to deliver air that is lighter than the existing air in the environment, such as when delivering warm air, the lower air outlet 110 can deliver a larger volume of air, while the upper air outlet 110 delivers a smaller volume. This helps accelerate air circulation at the bottom of the environment, and then uses buoyancy to cover the entire space, improving air delivery efficiency, reducing air disturbance and stagnation in the top area, and minimizing dead zones. Simultaneously, warm air can quickly cover the user's actual spatial level, improving the user's airflow and temperature experience, and reducing the air conditioner's energy consumption. Furthermore, the opening degree of the axial air outlet side 201 and the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the lower air outlet 110 can be adjusted according to the size and layout of the space. Similarly, the opening ratio between the lower and upper air outlets 110 can also be specifically allocated according to set requirements and the spatial characteristics of the external environment, thereby expanding the application scenarios of the air conditioner and reducing energy consumption.

[0091] Specifically, the following description is based on steps S301, S302, and S303. In this embodiment, according to the fifth air supply mode, the lower air outlet 110 pushes the air outlet frame 200 outward along the through direction of the air outlet 110 towards the outside of the housing 100, until the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the lower air outlet 110 is exposed outside the housing 100, thereby opening the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the lower air outlet 110. The air guide 240 of the lower air outlet 110 is then rotated until its width direction is parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, thereby opening the axial air outlet side. Correspondingly, the upper air outlet 110 can be pushed outward along the through direction of the air outlet 110 from the outer side of the casing 100, so that the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the upper air outlet 110 is exposed outside the casing 100, thereby opening the circumferential air outlet side 202 of the upper air outlet 110. Alternatively, the air guide 240 of the upper air outlet 110 can be rotated to a position where its width is parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110, thereby opening the axial air outlet side 201. This increases the air volume output by the lower air outlet 110 and relatively reduces the air volume output by the upper air outlet 110, allowing the airflow to quickly cover the bottom space of the environment first, and then gradually cover the upper space or reduce disturbance to the top space, shortening the air exchange time of the user's space and increasing the user's perception of air exchange efficiency. At the same time, it is also suitable for conveying lighter gases to achieve rapid air exchange and promote air circulation in the room. The extension degree of the air outlet frame 200 of the lower air outlet 110 and the degree to which the air guide 240 opens the air outlet 110 along the length direction are in a certain proportion to adapt to the space at the bottom of the environment. Correspondingly, the extension degree of the air outlet frame 200 of the upper air outlet 110 or the degree to which the air guide 240 opens the air outlet 110 along the length direction can adapt to the space at the top of the environment, or form a specific relationship with the air volume of the lower air outlet 110, so as to adapt to the overall spatial distribution of the environment, improve the ventilation efficiency, meet the different wind feel needs of users, and be suitable for various environments, thereby enhancing the applicability of the air conditioner.

[0092] This invention also proposes an air conditioner, which includes a processor and a memory. The memory stores a control program that can run on the processor. When the processor executes the control program, it implements the steps of the control method described above. Since this air conditioner adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be elaborated here.

[0093] In one embodiment, please refer to Figure 12 and Figure 14The air conditioner is configured as a floor-standing unit, with an axial flow fan 500 positioned opposite the air outlet 110. The axial direction of the axial flow fan 500 is parallel to the through direction of the air outlet 110. Without loss of generality, a heat exchanger 600 is housed within the casing 100, with the heater located on the side of the axial flow fan 500 opposite to the air outlet 110. Thus, the heat exchanger 600, axial flow fan 500, and air outlet 110 are aligned, allowing the axial flow fan 500 to rapidly provide a large volume of cool / hot air, effectively improving indoor temperature. Furthermore, the axial flow fan 500 can output a larger air volume while providing the same pressure, meaning its air delivery distance is relatively longer. In floor-standing air conditioners, this feature allows cool / hot air to more effectively cover the entire room, especially in large spaces, thereby enhancing the applicability of the air conditioner. Of course, in other embodiments, the air conditioner can also be configured as a wall-mounted indoor unit.

[0094] The present invention also proposes a computer-readable storage medium storing a control program, which, when executed by a processor, implements the steps of the control method described above. The computer program product described above, such as an air conditioner, includes a non-transitory computer-readable program medium storing the computer program. The computer program is operable to cause a computer to perform some or all of the steps of any method described in the control method above. That is, the specific embodiments of the computer-readable storage medium of the present invention are basically the same as the embodiments of the control method described above, and will not be described in detail here.

[0095] The computer-readable storage medium provided by this invention may be, for example, a USB flash drive, but is not limited to, electrical, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, infrared, or semiconductor systems, devices, or any combination thereof. More specific examples of computer-readable storage media may include, but are not limited to: electrical connections having one or more wires, portable computer disks, hard disks, random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or flash memory), optical fibers, portable compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM), optical storage devices, magnetic storage devices, or any suitable combination thereof. In this embodiment, the computer-readable storage medium may be any tangible medium containing or storing a program that can be used by or in conjunction with an instruction execution system, system, or device. The program code contained on the computer-readable storage medium may be transmitted using any suitable medium, including but not limited to: wires, optical cables, RF (Radio Frequency), etc., or any suitable combination thereof.

[0096] Through the above description of the embodiments, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that the methods of the above embodiments can be implemented by means of software plus necessary general-purpose hardware platforms. Of course, they can also be implemented by hardware, but in many cases the former is a better implementation method.

[0097] The above description is merely an exemplary embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any equivalent structural transformations made using the contents of the present invention specification and drawings under the technical concept of the present invention, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A control method for an air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes an air outlet frame disposed at the air outlet, the air outlet frame having a circumferential air outlet side and an axial air outlet side, and the control method includes: Receive air supply command; The air supply mode is obtained according to the air supply command; According to the air supply mode, at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the air outlet frame is controlled to open or close.

2. The control method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The step of opening or closing at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the control air outlet frame includes: The air outlet frame is controlled to extend and retract along the through direction of the air outlet, thereby causing the circumferential air outlet side to move between a state housed inside the housing and a state exposed outside the housing; wherein the circumferential air outlet side is located on the circumferential wall of the air outlet frame.

3. The control method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The air supply mode includes a first air supply mode, and the step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air supply side and the axial air supply side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode includes: According to the first air supply mode, the circumferential air outlet side is opened and the axial air outlet side is closed.

4. The control method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The air supply mode includes a second air supply mode, and the step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air supply side and the axial air supply side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode includes: According to the second air supply mode, the axial air outlet side is opened and the circumferential air outlet side is closed.

5. The control method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The air supply mode includes a third air supply mode, and the step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air supply side and the axial air supply side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode includes: According to the third air supply mode, the axial air outlet side and the circumferential air outlet side are opened.

6. The control method as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes two air outlets, and the step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the air outlet frame to open or close according to the air supply mode is as follows: According to the air supply mode, at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the two air outlets is controlled to open or close.

7. The control method as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The air supply mode includes a fourth air supply mode, and the two air outlets include an upper air outlet and a lower air outlet distributed in a vertical direction. The step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the two air outlet frames to switch between opening and closing according to the air supply mode is as follows: According to the fourth air supply mode, the axial and circumferential air outlets of the upper air outlet are opened, and one of the circumferential and axial air outlets of the lower air outlet is opened while the other is closed.

8. The control method as described in claim 6, characterized in that, The air supply mode includes a fifth air supply mode, and the two air outlets include an upper air outlet and a lower air outlet distributed in a vertical direction. The step of controlling at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the two air outlet frames to switch between opening and closing according to the air supply mode is as follows: According to the fifth air supply mode, the axial and circumferential air outlets of the lower air outlet are opened, and one of the circumferential and axial air outlets of the upper air outlet is opened while the other is closed.

9. The control method according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The opening or closing step of at least one of the circumferential air outlet side and the axial air outlet side of the control air outlet frame includes: The air guide on the axial air outlet side is controlled to rotate around its length, thereby causing the axial air outlet side to open or close; wherein the axial air outlet side is located on one side of the air outlet frame.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, It includes a processor and a memory, the memory storing a control program that can run on the processor, and when the processor executes the control program, it implements the steps of the control method as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

11. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that, The computer-readable storage medium stores a control program that, when executed by a processor, implements the steps of the control method as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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