Protective cover for bus air conditioner

By designing evaporation and emission devices and control units in the bus air conditioning system, combining evaporator fans, air return channels and sealing components, the problems of large energy consumption, uneven air flow and safety hazards of traditional air conditioning systems are solved, and the more Efficient, safe and comfortable ride environment.

CN222246770UActive Publication Date: 2024-12-27LUOYANG SHUJUN NEW ENERGY TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421210483.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-30
Publication Date
2024-12-27
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-30

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Technical Problem

Traditional bus air conditioning systems have problems such as large energy consumption, slow temperature control response, uneven distribution of internal airflow, difficulty in maintenance, and potential safety hazards, such as environmental pollution and equipment damage caused by refrigerant leakage.

Method used

A protective cover for air conditioning for buses is designed, including an evaporation and emission device assembly and a control unit assembly, through an evaporator fan, an air return channel, a heat dissipation window, first and second air outlets, bypass inlet pipes and seals Components and other components achieve uniform distribution of air, energy conservation, safety improvement and maintenance convenience.

Benefits of technology

It significantly improves the overall performance of the air conditioning system, creates a high-quality and environmentally friendly ride environment, ensures the rapid and even distribution of temperature in the car, reduces energy consumption, prevents refrigerant leakage, reduces potential safety hazards, and improves passengers comfort and system stability.

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Abstract

The protective cover for the bus air conditioner comprises an evaporative emission device assembly and a control unit assembly, the evaporative emission device assembly and the control unit assembly are adjacently arranged, and a first air outlet hole and a second air outlet hole are formed in the two sides of the evaporative emission device assembly; the energy efficiency, comfort, safety and maintenance convenience of the air conditioning system are comprehensively considered, the overall performance of the air conditioning system of the bus is remarkably improved, a higher-quality and environment-friendly riding environment is created for passengers, and the air conditioning system of the bus is more environment-friendly. The control unit assembly is combined with flexible application of a bypass system, the working mode of the air conditioner is adjusted according to needs, energy consumption is effectively reduced, when the external environment condition is appropriate, the energy efficiency ratio of the system is greatly increased by guiding in external air and reducing the load of the compressor, and environmental protection is facilitated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of vehicle-mounted component protection, and specifically to a protective cover for a bus air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] In the current public transportation sector, especially in long-distance bus services, the air conditioning system is not only a key factor in passenger comfort, but also an important part of energy conservation, emission reduction and vehicle safe operation. With the increasing awareness of environmental protection and technological advancement, how to improve the energy efficiency of the air conditioning system, enhance system stability and maintenance convenience while ensuring passengers enjoy a comfortable riding experience has become an important challenge facing the industry.

[0003] Traditional bus air conditioning systems often have several major problems: high energy consumption, slow temperature control response, uneven internal airflow distribution, difficult maintenance, and potential safety hazards, such as environmental pollution and equipment damage caused by refrigerant leakage. Especially during long-distance driving, the external environment is changeable and the density of people in the car varies. These factors put higher requirements on the air conditioning system. Summary of the invention

[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the present application is to overcome the existing defects and provide a protective cover for bus air conditioners, which can effectively solve the problems in the background technology.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present application provides the following technical solutions: a protective cover for a bus air conditioner, comprising an evaporative emission device assembly and a control unit assembly, the evaporative emission device assembly and the control unit assembly are arranged adjacent to each other, a first air outlet hole and a second air outlet hole are arranged on both sides of the evaporative emission device assembly, the raised end in the middle of the evaporative emission device assembly is an evaporator fan, air return ducts are arranged on both sides of the evaporator fan, and a heat dissipation window is arranged on one side of the evaporator fan.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution of the present application, a control harness hole and a high-voltage power cable hole are respectively provided at both ends of the first air outlet and the second air outlet.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution of the present application, a bypass inlet pipe and a bypass outlet pipe are provided in the middle position of the second air outlet.

[0008] As a preferred technical solution of the present application, a sealing component is provided on the inner side of the evaporative emission device assembly.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution of the present application, the control unit assembly is provided with through holes for pre-embedded top plate bolts.

[0010] Compared with the prior art: This application significantly improves the overall performance of the bus air-conditioning system by comprehensively considering the energy efficiency, comfort, safety and maintenance convenience of the air-conditioning system, creating a better quality and environmentally friendly riding environment for passengers. The control unit assembly is combined with the flexible application of the bypass system to realize on-demand adjustment of the air-conditioning working mode, effectively reducing energy consumption. When the external environmental conditions are suitable, the compressor load is reduced by introducing external air, which greatly improves the energy efficiency ratio of the system and is beneficial to environmental protection. The first air outlet and the second air outlet cooperate with the efficient operation of the evaporator fan and the air flow optimization of the air return duct to ensure the rapid and uniform distribution of temperature in the car. Passengers can enjoy a suitable temperature in any seat, which improves the riding comfort. The setting of the sealing component effectively prevents refrigerant leakage, protects the air-conditioning system and other electronic equipment from damage, and avoids potential safety hazards. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this application;

[0012] Figure 2 This is a bottom view of this application;

[0013] Figure 3 This is the right view of this application;

[0014] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of this application.

[0015] In the figure: 1. Evaporative emission device assembly, 2. Control unit assembly, 3. Through hole, 4. Control harness hole, 5. First air outlet, 6. Evaporator fan, 7. Second air outlet, 8. Bypass inlet pipe, 9. High-voltage power cable hole, 10. Heat dissipation window, 11. Sealing component, 12. Bypass outlet pipe, 13. Air return duct. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0016] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application. All other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative work are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0017] See also Figure 1-4 The present application provides a technical solution: a protective cover for a bus air conditioner, comprising an evaporative emission device assembly 1 and a control unit assembly 2, wherein the evaporative emission device assembly 1 and the control unit assembly 2 are arranged adjacent to each other, and a first air outlet 5 and a second air outlet 7 are arranged on both sides of the evaporative emission device assembly 1.

[0018] The evaporative emission device assembly 1 is responsible for handling the condensed water generated during the operation of the air conditioner. When the air is cooled in the evaporator, the moisture in the air condenses into water droplets. The evaporative emission device assembly 1 collects this moisture and guides it out of the vehicle through a specific pipe to avoid equipment corrosion, mildew or electrical short circuit caused by water accumulation, thereby protecting the air conditioning system and maintaining the sanitary environment in the vehicle.

[0019] The control unit assembly 2 integrates a variety of sensors, controllers and actuators, and can automatically adjust the air-conditioning operating mode, air volume, temperature and other parameters according to external environmental conditions (such as the temperature inside and outside the vehicle) and user settings. This ensures the intelligent operation of the air-conditioning system, improves the energy efficiency ratio, and provides passengers with a comfortable riding experience.

[0020] The first air outlet 5 and the second air outlet 7 are channels for the air conditioning system to deliver processed (heated or cooled) air into the vehicle compartment; the first air outlet 5 and the second air outlet 7 are usually distributed on both sides of the evaporative emission device assembly 1, which helps to achieve uniform distribution of airflow in the vehicle compartment, so that passengers can feel the appropriate temperature no matter which area they sit in; it helps to quickly adjust the temperature in the vehicle compartment and reduce energy consumption.

[0021] The raised end in the middle of the evaporative emission device assembly 1 is the evaporator fan 6 , air return passages 13 are arranged on both sides of the evaporator fan 6 , and a heat dissipation window 11 is arranged on one side of the evaporator fan 6 .

[0022] The evaporator fan 6 is located inside the evaporative emission device assembly 1, accelerating the air flow through the evaporator surface. The evaporator is a key part of the refrigeration cycle in the air conditioning system, responsible for absorbing the heat of the air in the cabin with low-temperature and low-pressure refrigerant and condensing the air. The operation of the evaporator fan 6 ensures the heat exchange efficiency, thereby effectively reducing the air temperature. The raised design of the evaporator fan 6 is intended to optimize the airflow direction or improve the ventilation efficiency in a limited space.

[0023] The air return channel 13 is designed to improve airflow dynamics and promote air circulation inside the cabin. When fresh cold air is cooled by the evaporator and sent into the cabin through the air outlet, the air return channel 13 helps guide the hot air in the cabin back to the vicinity of the evaporator, forming a more effective heat exchange cycle. This accelerates the temperature uniformity in the cabin, reduces energy consumption, and improves the comfort of passengers.

[0024] The heat dissipation window 11 is provided to discharge the heat generated when the evaporator fan 6 is in operation, as well as the hot air recovered from the vehicle compartment. The heat dissipation window 11 can be directly discharged outside the vehicle to avoid accumulation inside the air conditioning system, which helps to maintain the evaporator and its surrounding electronic components within a suitable operating temperature range, thereby ensuring the long-term stability and efficiency of the air conditioning system.

[0025] Furthermore, a control harness hole 4 and a high-voltage power cable hole 9 are respectively provided at both ends of the first air outlet 5 and the second air outlet 7 .

[0026] The first air outlet 5 and the second air outlet 7 are not only used to deliver processed air into the vehicle compartment to ensure the comfort of the environment in the vehicle compartment, but also a control harness hole 4 and a high-voltage power cable hole 9 are respectively provided at both ends thereof.

[0027] The control harness hole 4 is used to pass the control harness of the air conditioning system. The harness is responsible for transmitting control signals, such as instructions from the cab or the automatic temperature control system, to the air conditioning control unit assembly 2. The control signals may include temperature settings, fan speeds, and switching commands for operating modes (such as cooling, heating, dehumidification, etc.). The dedicated harness hole can ensure that the harness is arranged in an orderly and safe manner to avoid damage during air conditioning operation or vehicle vibration, and is also convenient for maintenance and replacement.

[0028] The high-voltage power cable hole 9 is used to pass the high-voltage cable for powering the air-conditioning system. For high-energy consumption components such as the electric compressor in the electric bus, high-voltage power supply support is required to prevent the risk of electric shock and electromagnetic interference. The stability and safety of the power supply are ensured, and the management and maintenance of the cables are simplified.

[0029] Furthermore, a bypass inlet pipe 8 and a bypass outlet pipe 12 are provided at the middle position of the second air outlet 7 .

[0030] The bypass inlet pipe 8 is a part of the bypass control system. The function of the bypass inlet pipe 8 is to draw air from the inside of the vehicle or the outside environment. Under specific working conditions, the efficiency of the air conditioning system is adjusted or adapted to different operating requirements. When the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the vehicle is not large, the bypass can introduce a proper amount of external air to reduce the load of the compressor, save energy consumption, and maintain appropriate air circulation in the vehicle.

[0031] The bypass outlet pipe 12 corresponds to the bypass inlet pipe 8 and is the outlet for bypass air. After necessary conditioning (such as mixing, filtering, etc.), the introduced air is sent back to the compartment or directly discharged to the outside through this pipe, which can flexibly control the air pressure balance inside the compartment, optimize air circulation, avoid excessive negative pressure or positive pressure, and improve passenger comfort.

[0032] Furthermore, a sealing component 10 is provided on the inner side of the evaporative emission device assembly 1 .

[0033] The sealing assembly 10 ensures the sealing inside the evaporative emission device to prevent the refrigerant or other working media (such as condensed water) from leaking into the external environment. Leakage will not only cause the efficiency of the air-conditioning system to decrease, but may also cause damage to the electronic components inside the vehicle and even affect the safety of passengers.

[0034] Furthermore, the control unit assembly 2 is provided with a through hole 3 for pre-embedded top plate bolts.

[0035] When in use: connect the control harness 4 to the control unit assembly 2, ensure that all control signal lines are correctly connected, including temperature sensors, wind speed control and other signals, use the high-voltage power cable hole 9 to safely pass the high-voltage cable to power components such as the electric compressor, pay attention to electrical safety, and avoid the risk of short circuit and electric shock.

[0036] The bypass inlet pipe 8 and the bypass outlet pipe 12 are adjusted according to the actual temperature and the environment in the vehicle compartment, and the control system determines whether to enable the bypass mode to save energy and optimize airflow.

[0037] According to passenger demand and external ambient temperature, the air conditioner's operating mode, temperature and air volume are set through the cab or automatic temperature control system; the control unit assembly 2 will automatically adjust the evaporator fan 6 speed, hot and cold air ratio, etc. to ensure that the temperature in the car is appropriate.

[0038] Regularly check the sealing component 10 and drainage conditions of the evaporative emission device assembly 1 to ensure smooth discharge of condensed water, avoid corrosion or mildew caused by accumulated water, and maintain hygiene in the vehicle compartment.

[0039] Clean the evaporator fan 6 and the air return duct 13 regularly to prevent dust accumulation from affecting the heat exchange efficiency and air circulation, and ensure that the heat dissipation window 11 is unobstructed to avoid heat accumulation that affects the life of the air conditioning components.

[0040] Although the embodiments of the present application have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present application, and that the scope of the present application is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A protective cover for a bus air conditioner, comprising an evaporative emission device assembly (1) and a control unit assembly (2), wherein the evaporative emission device assembly (1) and the control unit assembly (2) are arranged adjacent to each other, and characterized in that: A first air outlet (5) and a second air outlet (7) are provided on both sides of the evaporative emission device assembly (1); a raised end in the middle of the evaporative emission device assembly (1) is an evaporator fan (6); air return passages (13) are provided on both sides of the evaporator fan (6); and a heat dissipation window (11) is provided on one side of the evaporator fan (6).

2. The protective cover for bus air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that: A control harness hole (4) and a high-voltage power cable hole (9) are respectively provided at both ends of the first air outlet (5) and the second air outlet (7).

3. The protective cover for bus air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that: A bypass inlet pipe (8) and a bypass outlet pipe (12) are provided in the middle of the second air outlet hole (7).

4. The protective cover for bus air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that: A sealing component (10) is provided on the inner side surface of the evaporative emission device assembly (1).

5. The protective cover for bus air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control unit assembly (2) is provided with a through hole (3) for pre-embedded top plate bolts.