Air conditioner

Abstract

The air conditioner comprises a water ion generating device and a water supplementing device, the water supplementing device is used for providing water for ionization of an electrode part and comprises a water tank and a driving part arranged on one side of the water tank, and the driving part can drive the water tank to rotate in the first direction with one side edge of the bottom face of the water tank as the center axis. The first opening of the water tank is exposed on the outer surface of the indoor shell; a user can conveniently add water through the first opening, and the operation difficulty of disassembly and assembly of the water tank is reduced; and the driving part can drive the water tank to rotate in the direction opposite to the first direction so that the water tank can return to the original position, and the problem of water leakage or humidification faults of the water tank caused by the fact that the water tank is not put back in place after water is added into the water tank is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of air conditioners, and in particular relates to an air conditioner. Background Art

[0002] Currently, air conditioners and air purification products use ion sterilization and purification technology to clean the interior of the air conditioner and the indoor environment. Water ion generators discharge electricity at the tip of the fiber on the emitter electrode, breaking the water ions apart to form water ions and reactive oxygen species such as hydroxyl radicals. These are then dispersed by the air conditioning airflow, reducing dust, killing indoor microorganisms, and degrading gaseous pollutants.

[0003] However, current water ionizers require a certain level of air humidity to provide the water needed for ionization at the emitter electrode. Under low humidity conditions (generally less than 40%), the emitter electrode absorbs insufficient water and struggles to ionize sufficient water molecules for air purification. One solution is to add a water tank and, when the air is dry, humidify it to provide the water needed for ionization at the emitter electrode. However, current water tanks often require users to remove them when adding water, which is cumbersome. Furthermore, after filling, the tank may not be properly replaced, leading to leaks or humidification failures.

[0004] In view of this, this application is filed. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In the present application, a water replenishing device is provided to provide water for the ionization of the electrode components, and the water replenishing device includes a water tank and a driving component for driving the water tank to tilt and return to its original position. The driving component can drive the water tank to rotate on one side of the bottom surface of the water tank so that the first opening of the water tank is exposed on the outer surface of the shell, making it convenient for users to add water through the first opening, thereby reducing the difficulty of disassembly and assembly of the water tank.

[0006] The present application provides an air conditioner, which includes:

[0007] An indoor housing is used to form the outer contour of the indoor unit, and the indoor housing is formed with an air inlet and an air outlet;

[0008] The heat exchange duct is formed in the indoor shell; the heat exchange duct is connected to the air inlet and the air outlet. After the indoor air enters the heat exchange duct through the air inlet, it flows back to the room through the air outlet.

[0009] An indoor fan is provided in the heat exchange duct to accelerate the air flow rate;

[0010] An indoor heat exchanger is provided in the heat exchange air duct for exchanging heat with the air flow;

[0011] A water ion generator is provided in the heat exchange air duct or the air outlet, and is used to generate water ions. The water ion generator includes:

[0012] a voltage output component for outputting a first voltage;

[0013] an electrode component connected to the voltage output component to receive a first voltage and ionize the absorbed moisture;

[0014] A water supply device for providing water for ionization of the electrode components, the water supply device comprising;

[0015] A water tank comprising a first opening, the first opening being at least for water intake; the water tank is used to store water for ionization;

[0016] The drive component is disposed on one side of the water tank. The drive component can drive the water tank to rotate in a first direction about a side of the bottom surface of the water tank as a central axis, so that the first opening of the water tank is exposed on the outer surface of the indoor shell. The drive component can also drive the water tank to rotate in a direction opposite to the first direction to return the water tank to its original position. This facilitates water addition through the first opening. During the water addition process, the water tank does not need to be disassembled and automatically returns to its original position, avoiding problems such as water tank leakage or humidification failure caused by the water tank not being properly returned.

[0017] In some embodiments, the water replenishment device includes:

[0018] an atomizing component, the atomizing component having at least a second opening, the second opening being in communication with at least the heat exchange air duct;

[0019] The base is installed inside the indoor shell, and a cavity is formed inside the base. When the bottom surface of the water tank is installed on the base, the water in the water tank flows through the cavity to the atomizing component to provide moisture for atomization;

[0020] The indoor air flows through the second opening and carries the atomized molecules diffused through the second opening to flow through the heat exchange air duct and the air outlet to provide moisture to the electrode components.

[0021] By setting up the atomizing component, the water in the water tank can be atomized, and the large molecule water can be atomized into small molecule water, so that the electrode component can absorb and ionize it.

[0022] In some embodiments, the water replenishment device includes:

[0023] A first magnetic element is provided on an end surface of the water tank away from the atomizing element;

[0024] A second magnetic member is provided on one end surface of the indoor housing near the water tank installation position;

[0025] When the bottom surface of the water tank is mounted on the base, the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component are connected to locate the position of the water tank; when the driving component drives the water tank to rotate, the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component are separated.

[0026] By providing the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component, it can be determined whether the water tank is completely returned to its position when the water tank is returned, thereby avoiding problems such as water tank leakage or humidification failure due to the water tank not being returned to its position properly.

[0027] In some embodiments, a side of the bottom surface of the water tank adjacent to the outer surface of the indoor shell is connected to the base, and the side is defined as a first side. A side of the bottom surface opposite to the first side is defined as a second side. The driving component includes:

[0028] A driving member, which is disposed in the indoor housing and is used to provide power;

[0029] A gear assembly connected to the driving end of the driving member, the gear assembly being capable of rotating along with the driving member;

[0030] A prying rod, one end of which is connected to the gear assembly; the other end of the prying rod is connected to the second side, the gear assembly rotates with the driving member, and the prying rod follows the movement of the gear assembly to lift the second side of the water tank, so that the second side is higher than the first side, and the first opening is exposed to the outer surface of the indoor shell.

[0031] In some embodiments, the water tank includes a water inlet located at its bottom, and the water replenishing device further includes a water inlet assembly, which is installed at the water inlet and is used to open or close the water inlet.

[0032] The water inlet assembly includes a water inlet cover covering the water inlet, an elastic member arranged at the water inlet, a push rod and a fixing member, one end of the elastic member is connected to the water inlet cover or the side wall of the water inlet, one end of the push rod is connected to the other end of the elastic member, and the fixing member is installed in the cavity and arranged opposite to the water inlet.

[0033] When the water tank is installed on the base, the push rod contacts the fixing part and moves upward under the action of the fixing part. The elastic part is compressed at this time, and the push rod contacts the water inlet cover and lifts the water inlet cover. The water in the water tank flows into the cavity through the water inlet.

[0034] When the water tank is driven to rotate by the driving component, the push rod leaves the fixing member, and the push rod leaves the water inlet cover under the action of the rebound force of the elastic member, and the water inlet cover closes the water inlet.

[0035] In some embodiments, the water inlet assembly further includes a sealing ring installed between the water inlet cover and the bottom surface of the water tank to prevent water leakage from the water inlet.

[0036] In some embodiments, the water replenishing device further includes a filter structure, which is disposed at the water inlet and is used to filter the water flowing out of the water tank.

[0037] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes an ultraviolet lamp, which is disposed near the first opening for sterilizing the water tank.

[0038] In some embodiments, the atomizing component includes an atomizing shell and an atomizing element. An atomizing cavity is formed inside the atomizing shell, and the atomizing cavity is connected to the cavity of the base; the atomizing element is used to atomize the moisture entering the atomizing cavity and enter the atomized molecules into the heat exchange air duct through the second opening.

[0039] The present application also proposes an air conditioner, comprising:

[0040] An indoor shell, which forms the outer contour of the air conditioner, and is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet;

[0041] The heat exchange duct is formed in the indoor shell and is connected to the air inlet and the air outlet. The indoor air enters the heat exchange duct through the air inlet and flows back to the room through the air outlet.

[0042] The fresh air module is installed in the indoor housing and is used to transport outdoor air into the room. The fresh air module includes:

[0043] A fresh air housing is formed with a fresh air channel therein, the fresh air channel being connected to the air outlet;

[0044] A fresh air fan is provided in the fresh air passage to provide power for air flow transmission;

[0045] A water ion generator is provided at the air outlet and is used to generate water ions. The water ion generator includes:

[0046] a voltage output component for outputting a first voltage;

[0047] an electrode component connected to the voltage output component to receive a first voltage and ionize the absorbed moisture;

[0048] A water supply device is used to provide water for ionization of the electrode components. The water supply device includes:

[0049] A water tank is provided on one side of the fresh air blower, and includes a first opening, the opening being at least for water intake;

[0050] A driving component is provided on one side of the water tank. The driving component can drive the water tank to rotate along a first direction with one side of the bottom surface of the water tank as the central axis so that the first opening of the water tank is exposed to the outer surface of the indoor shell; and the driving component can drive the water tank to rotate in a direction opposite to the first direction to return the water tank to its original position.

[0051] Under the action of the fresh air fan, the water vapor provided by the water tank flows through the fresh air channel and the air outlet to provide moisture to the electrode components.

[0052] Thereby, it is convenient for users to add water through the first opening. During the water adding process, there is no need to disassemble the water tank, and the water tank is automatically returned to its original position, thereby avoiding problems such as water tank leakage or humidification failure caused by the water tank not being properly returned to its original position. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0053] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of this application. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0054] Figure 1 is a structural diagram of an air conditioner in an embodiment of the present application;

[0055] Figure 2 is another structural schematic diagram of the air conditioner in the embodiment of the present application;

[0056] Figure 3 It is a left side view of the air conditioner in the embodiment of the present application;

[0057] Figure 4 is a front view of an air conditioner in an embodiment of the present application;

[0058] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Cross-section at the middle EE position;

[0059] Figure 6 It is a structural diagram of the water replenishing device in an embodiment of the present application;

[0060] Figure 7 is a front view of the water replenishing device in an embodiment of the present application;

[0061] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Cross-section at the middle AA position;

[0062] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 Middle partial enlarged view;

[0063] Figure 10 is an exploded view of the water replenishment device in an embodiment of the present application;

[0064] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the state of the water tank when it is tilted in the embodiment of the present application;

[0065] Figure 12 yes Figure 11 Cross-section at the middle AA position;

[0066] Figure 13 yes Figure 12 A partial enlarged view of

[0067] In the above picture:

[0068] Air conditioner 100; indoor housing 1; air inlet 2; air outlet 3; heat exchange duct 5;

[0069] Water ion generator 6; water replenishing device 7; water tank 71; first opening 711; water inlet 712;

[0070] Driving component 72; atomizing component 73; second opening 731; base 74; first magnetic member 75;

[0071] First side 713; second side 714; driving member 721; gear assembly 722; prying rod 723;

[0072] Water inlet assembly 76; water inlet cover 761; elastic member 762; top rod 763; fixing member 764;

[0073] Sealing ring 765; atomizing housing 731; atomizing element 732. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0074] The following will provide a clear and complete description of the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making any creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0075] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "transverse", "longitudinal", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operate in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present invention.

[0076] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood broadly. For example, they may refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they may refer to direct connections, indirect connections through an intermediary, or internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0077] The embodiment of the present application proposes an air conditioner 100, referring to Figure 1 , the air conditioner 100 includes an indoor unit.

[0078] The air conditioner 100 further includes an outdoor unit.

[0079] The outdoor unit is installed outdoors. The indoor and outdoor units are connected by pipes for the flow of refrigerant.

[0080] The indoor unit includes an indoor casing 1. The indoor casing 1 is used to form the outer contour of the indoor unit and accommodate internal components of the indoor unit.

[0081] An indoor air inlet 2 is formed on the indoor shell 1. The indoor air inlet 2 is used to allow indoor air to enter the indoor shell 1. The indoor air inlet 2 is provided with an air inlet grille for filtering the air to prevent larger impurities from entering the heat exchange air duct 5.

[0082] An indoor air outlet 3 is formed on the indoor shell 1. The indoor air outlet 3 is used to discharge the air in the indoor shell 1. The indoor air enters the indoor shell 1 through the indoor air inlet 2 and is then blown out from the indoor air outlet 3.

[0083] Reference Figure 1 In the embodiment, the indoor air outlet 3 is arranged at the front side of the indoor unit. This improves the aesthetics of the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100 and improves the overall integrity of the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100. Of course, in other embodiments of the present application, the positions of the indoor air inlet 2 and the indoor air outlet 3 can also be arranged at other locations as long as the air inlet and outlet requirements are met.

[0084] An air guide plate is provided at the indoor air outlet 3. The air guide plate is movably provided at the indoor air outlet 3 and is used to open and close the indoor air outlet 3. When the air guide plate opens the indoor air outlet 3, the air guide plate can also be configured to guide the heat-exchanged air discharged from the indoor unit through the indoor air outlet 3.

[0085] A plurality of components constituting a refrigeration cycle or a heating cycle are installed in the indoor casing 1 .

[0086] In this application, the indoor unit includes but is not limited to a wall-mounted air conditioner 100, a cabinet air conditioner 100, and a duct unit.

[0087] In the embodiment of the present application, a cabinet air conditioner 100 is used as an example for explanation. Other types of air conditioners 100 can adjust the structural position of the water ion generator 6 and the water replenishing device 7 based on the technical solution of the embodiment of the present application.

[0088] In some embodiments, the indoor housing 1 is substantially cylindrical.

[0089] It should be noted that the directions described in the article are based on the direction in which the user faces the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100, wherein the side of the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100 facing the user when in use is defined as the front side, and the opposite side is defined as the rear side. The left and right sides are distinguished by the direction in which the user faces the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100, and the upper and lower sides of the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100 when generally working normally are defined to distinguish the up and down.

[0090] The indoor unit includes an indoor heat exchanger. The indoor heat exchanger is installed within an indoor housing 1. The indoor heat exchanger is used to exchange heat with air entering the indoor housing 1. Indoor air enters the indoor housing 1 through the indoor air inlet 2, exchanges heat with the indoor heat exchanger, and then flows out of the indoor housing 1 through the indoor air outlet 3.

[0091] The indoor unit includes an indoor fan. The indoor fan is installed in an indoor housing 1. The indoor fan rotates to allow indoor air to enter the indoor housing 1. The indoor air exchanges heat with the indoor heat exchanger and flows out of the indoor housing 1.

[0092] In some embodiments, the indoor fan is configured as a cross-flow fan, and the indoor heat exchanger is disposed above the indoor fan.

[0093] In some embodiments, the indoor unit includes a heat exchange duct 5. The heat exchange duct 5 is used to provide a channel for air circulation. The indoor heat exchanger and the indoor fan are arranged in the heat exchange duct 5.

[0094] In some embodiments, the air conditioner 100 system in the present application includes a compressor, which can compress a gaseous refrigerant at a high temperature and high pressure and discharge the compressed gaseous refrigerant.

[0095] The compressor includes an air intake port. Refrigerant flows into the compressor from the air intake port to be compressed.

[0096] The compressor includes an exhaust port. Refrigerant enters the compressor from the intake port and is compressed by the compressor before being discharged from the exhaust port.

[0097] The air conditioner 100 system includes an indoor heat exchanger for exchanging heat with indoor air.

[0098] The air conditioner 100 system includes an outdoor heat exchanger for exchanging heat with outdoor air.

[0099] The air conditioner system 100 further includes a four-way valve. A first port of the four-way valve is connected to the exhaust port of the compressor. A second port of the four-way valve is connected to the intake port of the compressor. A third port of the four-way valve is connected to the indoor heat exchanger. A fourth port of the four-way valve is connected to the outdoor heat exchanger.

[0100] The air conditioner 100 system also includes an electronic expansion valve. This valve is located between the outdoor heat exchanger and the indoor heat exchanger. It is used for throttling. It expands the high-temperature, high-pressure liquid refrigerant condensed in the condenser into a low-pressure liquid refrigerant.

[0101] The indoor heat exchanger and the outdoor heat exchanger function as a condenser or an evaporator. When the indoor heat exchanger functions as a condenser, the air conditioner 100 functions as a heater in a heating mode. When the indoor heat exchanger functions as an evaporator, the air conditioner 100 functions as a cooler in a cooling mode.

[0102] The multi-split air conditioner 100 uses the refrigerant flow to blow out air conditioned air that is higher than the indoor temperature, lower than the indoor temperature, or the same as the indoor temperature to adjust the temperature and humidity of the indoor environment; or uses the speed of the indoor fan to adjust the air flow rate of the indoor environment.

[0103] When the air conditioner 100 is operating in cooling mode, the refrigerant from the compressor condenses through the outdoor heat exchanger. The condensed refrigerant then expands through the electronic expansion valve. The expanded condensate evaporates through the indoor heat exchanger. The evaporated refrigerant then circulates back into the compressor.

[0104] When the air conditioner 100 is operating in heating mode, the refrigerant from the compressor flows through the indoor heat exchanger, condenses, and then expands by flowing through the electronic expansion valve. The expanded condensed refrigerant evaporates through the outdoor heat exchanger. The evaporated refrigerant then circulates back to the compressor.

[0105] Reference Figure 4-5 The indoor unit also includes a water ion generator 6, which is installed at the air outlet 3 to generate ions with sterilizing and deodorizing air purification effects. The generated ions are directly blown into the room, improving the air purification effect. In some embodiments, the water ion generator 6 can also be installed in the heat exchange duct 5 near the air outlet 3.

[0106] In some embodiments, the water ion generator 6 includes a voltage output component (not shown in the figure). The voltage output component is used to output a stable first voltage to ensure the stability and amount of ions released by the water ion generator 6.

[0107] The water ion generating device 6 includes an electrode component. The electrode component is used to absorb moisture in the air and release ions using the received first voltage.

[0108] In some embodiments, the water ion generator 6 is installed at the air outlet 3. At least the electrode component is installed at the air outlet 3 so that the ions generated by the electrode component can enter the room along with the air flow of the air outlet 3.

[0109] In some embodiments, the electrode component includes a solidified matrix.

[0110] In some embodiments, the curable matrix may be formed by combining a cross-linking agent and an initiator in a certain ratio.

[0111] In the above, the crosslinking agent is a substance that can play a bridging role when the linear structure molecules are condensed and connect the groups in the molecules to each other to form an insoluble and infusible network.

[0112] An initiator is a substance that can initiate polymerization reactions of monomers. The active polymerization centers of unsaturated monomers include free radicals, anions, cations, and coordination compounds. Free radicals are the most widely used in the adhesive industry. They exhibit unique chemical activity, generating two free radicals through homolytic cleavage of covalent bonds under the influence of heat or light, which can initiate polymerization reactions.

[0113] In some embodiments, a cross-linking agent is first added to the mold to allow a cross-linking reaction to occur to form a cross-linked structure; then an initiator is added to initiate a monomer polymerization reaction, causing the monomers in the cross-linked structure to polymerize, ultimately obtaining a polymer material with a cross-linked structure.

[0114] The electrode component includes conductive fibers that can conduct electricity and form a local electric field at the ends of the conductive fibers.

[0115] The conductive fibers are arranged in a plurality and dispersed in the solidified matrix. The solidified matrix and the conductive fibers constitute the main structure of the electrode component.

[0116] In some embodiments, the emitting tip of the conductive fiber extends to the outside of the solidified matrix, so that one end of the electrode component forms an emitting end having an exposed multi-fiber structure.

[0117] In this embodiment, the conductive fibers are formed into a rod-shaped structure using a solidified matrix. In some embodiments, the main structure formed by the conductive fibers and the solidified matrix can also be configured as a cylindrical structure, a cubic column structure, or a flat sheet structure. It should be noted that the main structure only needs to be able to generate an electric field when connected to the first voltage and the emitter.

[0118] In some embodiments, the electrode component 52 can be configured as a solid structure. In some embodiments, the electrode component 52 can also be configured as a cylindrical structure, a hollow structure, a mesh structure, etc.

[0119] In some embodiments, the conductive fibers are regularly installed in the solidified matrix and form the main structure of the electrode component together with the solidified matrix.

[0120] In some embodiments, the conductive fibers are distributed within the interior and exterior surfaces of the solidified matrix.

[0121] In some embodiments, the conductive fibers are configured as carbon fibers.

[0122] Carbon fibers are composed of carbon atoms and, like metals, have excellent electrical conductivity. They can rapidly transfer electrons at low voltages. Furthermore, carbon fibers possess high strength and stiffness per unit mass or volume. The diameter of a carbon fiber bundle can range from a few microns to tens of microns, enabling it to achieve a curvature radius that is one-tenth or even one-hundredth of the radius of curvature of a pointed structure.

[0123] Compared with pointed structure electrodes, carbon fiber can generate a higher intensity local electric field under the same supply voltage, frequency and other conditions, and ionize to produce a higher concentration of negative air ions or water ions.

[0124] Therefore, the electrode component in this embodiment is equivalent to a superimposed combination of multiple sharp-pointed discharge electrodes, and its effective electric field strength and range are several times, hundreds of times, or even thousands of times greater than those of a single sharp-pointed discharge electrode.

[0125] The solidified matrix and the conductive fibers together constitute the main body of the electrode component. The emission tips of the plurality of conductive fibers extend to the outside of the solidified matrix.

[0126] In some embodiments, the electrode component includes a water-absorbing material disposed on a solidified matrix or conductive fibers for absorbing moisture from the air to meet ionization requirements.

[0127] It can be known that in this embodiment, an important source of ionized target product water ions is water. Part of this water comes from the air, and more comes from the supply from the inside of the electrode component to the tip electric field. The water inside the electrode component can be guided to the end of the conductive fiber through the internal channel, similar to the effect of capillaries. This part of water is used to generate water ions using the first voltage.

[0128] However, when the air conditioner is in a low humidity condition, generally refers to an air humidity of less than 40%, the electrode components do not absorb enough water at this time, and it is difficult to ionize sufficient water ions for air purification. In some embodiments, a water tank 71 is added inside the air conditioner, which is turned on to humidify the air when it is dry, and can provide moisture for ionization to the electrode components.

[0129] In order to reduce the difficulty of the user in adding water to the water tank 71, a water replenishing device 7 is proposed in this embodiment to provide water for the ionization of the electrode components.

[0130] In some embodiments, reference Figure 6-13 The water replenishing device 7 includes a water tank 71 for storing water for ionization. This water comes from water added by the user. The water tank 71 includes a first opening 711. The first opening 711 is at least used for water inlet.

[0131] In some embodiments, reference Figure 6 The water replenishing device 7 includes a driving component 72, which is provided on one side of the water tank 71. The driving component 72 can drive the water tank 71 to rotate along a first direction with one side of the bottom surface of the water tank 71 as the central axis, so that the first opening 711 of the water tank 71 is exposed to the outer surface of the indoor shell, and the driving component 72 can drive the water tank 71 to rotate in a direction opposite to the first direction to return the water tank 71 to its original position.

[0132] In this embodiment, by adding a water tank 71, the water tank 71 can be turned on for atomization and humidification when the air humidity is low, and the water is transferred to the water ion emission device and the surrounding air through the heat exchange air duct 5, which can solve the problem of insufficient water supply to the electrode components under low humidity. Figure 11-13 By adding a driving structure on one side of the water tank 71, the water tank 71 can automatically tilt to a predetermined position when water needs to be added. It should be noted that the predetermined position refers to the position where the first opening 711 is not affected by water addition. This makes it easier for users to add water through the first opening 711.

[0133] Reference Figure 6-9 The driving component 72 drives the water tank 71 to automatically return to its original position after the water is added. The user can operate conveniently without having to take the water tank 71, which can solve the problem of the water tank 71 being placed in an improper position.

[0134] It should be noted that, in the embodiment shown in the figure, a cabinet air conditioner is taken as an example, and the water replenishing device 7 is installed at a position slightly below the indoor shell. By driving the water tank 71 to rotate, the first opening 711 can be protruded from the front side of the indoor shell.

[0135] In some embodiments, a water replenishment device 7 is installed in the lower center of the air conditioner, below the air outlet 3. In some embodiments, a water ion generator 6 is installed at the air outlet 3. The atomization chamber of the water replenishment device 7 and the water ion generator 6 are located on the same side. The atomized molecules are blown toward the water ion generator 6 through the heat exchange air duct 5, providing moisture for the electrode components.

[0136] In some embodiments, a water replenishment opening is provided at the location where the water replenishment device 7 is mounted on the indoor housing. A removable cover is provided at the water replenishment opening. When water replenishment is required, the cover is removed and reinstalled after water replenishment is completed. This ensures that the overall appearance of the air conditioner is met.

[0137] In some embodiments, the structure of the water replenishing device 7 may also be designed to improve its appearance so as to maintain the overall aesthetics of the air conditioner.

[0138] In some embodiments, reference Figure 6 The water replenishing device 7 includes an atomizing component 73. The atomizing component 73 includes at least a second opening 731. The second opening 731 is at least connected to the heat exchange air duct 5 to facilitate the atomized molecules to enter the heat exchange air duct 5.

[0139] In some embodiments, reference Figure 10 The water replenishing device 7 includes a base 74. The base 74 is mounted inside the indoor housing. A cavity is formed inside the base 74. When the bottom surface of the water tank 71 is mounted on the base 74, water in the water tank 71 flows through the cavity to the atomizing component 73 to provide moisture for atomization.

[0140] The indoor air flows through the second opening 731 and carries the atomized molecules diffused through the second opening 731 to flow through the heat exchange air duct 5 and the air outlet 3 to provide moisture for the electrode components.

[0141] By providing the atomizing component 73 , the water in the water tank 71 can be atomized, and the large molecule water can be atomized into small molecule water, so as to facilitate absorption and ionization by the electrode component.

[0142] In some embodiments, by turning on the atomizing component 73 under low humidity conditions, the atomized molecules are blown toward the water ion generating device 6 through the heat exchange air duct 5, while humidifying the environment, thereby solving the problem that the electrode components do not absorb enough water under low humidity conditions and it is difficult to ionize sufficient water molecules.

[0143] In some embodiments, reference Figure 8 The atomizing component 73 includes an atomizing shell 731 and an atomizing element 732. An atomizing cavity is formed inside the atomizing shell 731, and the atomizing cavity is connected to the cavity of the base 74; the atomizing element 732 is installed in the atomizing cavity, and is used to atomize the moisture entering the atomizing cavity and let the atomized molecules enter the heat exchange air duct 5 through the second opening 731.

[0144] In some embodiments, reference Figure 6 The water replenishing device 7 includes a first magnetic component 75. The first magnetic component 75 is arranged on an end surface of the water tank 71 away from the atomizing component 73.

[0145] In this embodiment, the water replenishing device 7 further includes a second magnetic component, which is provided on an end surface of the indoor shell near the installation position of the water tank 71.

[0146] When the bottom surface of the water tank 71 is mounted on the base 74, the second magnetic element is powered on to generate magnetic attraction, and the first magnetic element 75 and the second magnetic element are connected to locate the position of the water tank 71. When the second magnetic element is powered off and no magnetic attraction is generated, the driving component 72 drives the water tank 71 to rotate, and the first magnetic element 75 and the second magnetic element are separated.

[0147] After water is added, the drive component 72 automatically rotates the water tank 71 back into position. The first and second magnetic components 75 are electrically controlled to magnetically secure the water tank 71 in place, ensuring its complete return. This facilitates user operation without the need to remove the water tank 71, preventing issues such as water tank 71 being improperly placed. This prevents problems such as water tank 71 leaking or humidification failures caused by improperly placed water tank 71.

[0148] In some embodiments, the water replenishing device 7 is installed on one side of the electric control box, which facilitates the power supply to the second magnetic element and the driving component 72 and reduces the wiring layout problem.

[0149] In some embodiments, a side edge of the bottom surface of the water tank 71 close to the outer surface of the indoor shell is connected to the base 74, and this side edge is defined as the first side edge 713, and a side edge of the bottom surface opposite to the first side edge 713 is defined as the second side edge 714.

[0150] Reference Figure 11 The driving component 72 includes a driving member 721, which is installed in the indoor housing. The driving member 721 is used to provide power to rotate the water tank 71.

[0151] The driving component 72 includes a gear assembly 722. The gear assembly 722 is connected to the driving end of the driving member 721, and the gear assembly 722 can rotate along with the driving member 721.

[0152] The driving component 72 includes a prying rod 723. One end of the prying rod 723 is connected to the gear assembly 722; the other end of the prying rod 723 is connected to the second side 714. The gear assembly 722 rotates with the driving member 721, and the prying rod 723 follows the movement of the gear assembly 722 to lift the second side 714 of the water tank 71, so that the second side 714 is higher than the first side 713, and the first opening 711 is exposed on the outer surface of the indoor housing.

[0153] In the above embodiment, the driving member 721 is operated through the gear assembly 722, driving the prying rod 723 to raise and tilt the water tank 71, making it easier for the user to add water to the water tank 71. In addition, under low humidity conditions, the water tank 71 activates the humidification function and provides the water required for ionization for the water ion generator 6. After adding water, the driving member 721 rotates in the opposite direction by driving the gear assembly 722, and the prying rod 723 returns to its initial position, and the water tank 71 returns to its initial position.

[0154] In some embodiments, the driving member 721 includes a motor (not shown) and a rotating shaft, the rotating shaft is connected to the driving end of the motor, and the rotating shaft is connected to the gear assembly 722 to drive the gear assembly 722 to rotate.

[0155] In some embodiments, the gear assembly 722 includes a gear. The gear is sleeved on the rotating shaft and rotates with the rotating shaft, thereby driving the prying rod 723 to drive the water tank 71 to tilt or return.

[0156] Reference Figure 11 The gear can rotate 45° clockwise around the axis. One end of the prying rod 723 is fixed to the edge of the gear, and the other end is fixed to the second side 714 of the water tank 71. When the gear moves relative to the axis, the prying rod 723 fixed to the gear drives the water tank 71 to move at the same angle. By controlling the rotation angle of the gear, the tilt angle of the water tank 71 is controlled, preventing the first opening 711 from being too exposed, making it difficult to add water, and preventing the water tank 71 from tilting too much, resulting in too little water being added.

[0157] In some embodiments, reference Figure 8-9 The water tank 71 includes a water inlet 712 at its bottom, and the water replenishing device 7 also includes a water inlet assembly 76. The water inlet assembly 76 is installed at the water inlet 712 and is used to open or close the water inlet 712.

[0158] The water inlet assembly 76 includes a water inlet cover 761 covering the water inlet 712, an elastic member 762 arranged at the water inlet 712, a top rod 763 and a fixing member 764, one end of the elastic member 762 is connected to the water inlet cover 761 or the side wall of the water inlet 712, one end of the top rod 763 is connected to the other end of the elastic member 762, and the fixing member 764 is installed in the cavity and arranged opposite to the water inlet 712.

[0159] In some embodiments, the other end of the top rod 763 is connected to the water inlet cover 761. When the water tank 71 is tilted, the elastic member 762 applies a rebound force through the top rod 763 to press the water inlet cover 761 tightly to prevent water leakage from the water inlet 712.

[0160] Reference Figure 8-9 When the water tank 71 is installed on the base 74, the top rod 763 contacts the fixing part 764, and the top rod 763 moves upward under the action of the fixing part 764. The elastic part 762 is compressed at this time, and the top rod 763 contacts the water inlet cover 761 and lifts the water inlet cover 761. The water inlet 712 is opened, and the water in the water tank 71 flows into the cavity through the water inlet 712.

[0161] The base 74 communicates with the bottom surface of the atomizing component 73 and the bottom surface of the water tank 71 , wherein the atomizing element 732 is located at the bottom of the atomizing housing 731 , and the atomizing element 732 atomizes water and passes through the atomizing cavity to the heat exchange air duct 5 .

[0162] Reference Figure 12-13 When the water tank 71 is driven to rotate by the driving component 72 , the top rod 763 leaves the fixing member 764 , and the top rod 763 leaves the water inlet cover 761 under the action of the rebound force of the elastic member 762 , and the water inlet cover 761 closes the water inlet 712 .

[0163] When the user needs to add water to the water tank 71, the second magnetic element is in a power-off state, and no magnetic attraction is generated between the second magnetic element and the first magnetic element 75. At the same time, the driving component 72 is started, and the driving component 721 drives the gear to rotate 45 degrees clockwise around the rotating shaft, driving the prying rod 723 to move. The prying rod 723 pries the water tank 71, causing the water tank 71 to tilt until the first opening 711 completely exposes the air conditioner. At this time, the second side 714 of the water tank 71 is separated from the base 74, and the first side 713 of the water tank 71 is connected to the base 74. Figure 11At this time, the water inlet assembly 76 of the water tank 71 is no longer in contact with the fixing member 764 and the push rod 763, and the elastic member 762 returns to its natural state. The push rod 763 drives the water inlet cover 761 to close the water inlet 712, thereby preventing water leakage when the water tank 71 is tilted.

[0164] After the water tank 71 is filled with water, the drive unit 72 is restarted, the gear rotates 45 degrees counterclockwise, the prying rod 723 drives the water tank 71 back to its original position, and the second magnetic element is energized. The first magnetic element 75 and the second magnetic element attract each other, ensuring that the water tank 71 is correctly positioned after returning to its original position to prevent water leakage.

[0165] In some embodiments, reference Figure 9 The water inlet assembly 76 further includes a sealing ring 765, which is installed between the water inlet cover 761 and the bottom surface of the water tank 71 to prevent water leakage from the water inlet 712.

[0166] In some embodiments, the water replenishment device 7 further includes a filter structure (not shown) disposed at the water inlet 712 for filtering water flowing out of the water tank 71. In some embodiments, the filter structure covers the water inlet cover 761 of the water inlet 712 and is used to filter the water in the water tank 71 and block dust and impurities. In some embodiments, the filter structure is replaced regularly.

[0167] In some embodiments, the water replenishing device 7 is further provided with a layer of antibacterial cotton structure doped with silver ions or catalytic materials to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold in the water tank 71 .

[0168] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes a UV lamp (not shown) positioned near the first opening 711 for sterilizing the water tank 71. In some embodiments, the UV lamp is mounted on the inner wall of the air conditioner directly opposite the first opening 711 of the water tank 71. Its irradiation wavelength is 253 nm, which is used to sterilize the water tank 71. This filtration and sterilization structure ensures the cleanliness of the atomized water, ensuring that the water ions generated by the water ionizer only encapsulate water molecules without coming into contact with other impurities, thereby extending the lifespan of the water ions in the air.

[0169] In some embodiments, the air conditioner includes a fresh air module, which is installed in an indoor housing and is used to transport outdoor air into the room.

[0170] In some embodiments, the fresh air module includes a fresh air housing having a fresh air channel formed therein, the fresh air channel being in communication with the air outlet 3. In some embodiments, the fresh air channel is in communication with the heat exchange air duct 5.

[0171] In some embodiments, the fresh air module includes a fresh air blower installed in the fresh air duct to provide power for airflow transmission.

[0172] In some embodiments, the water replenishment device 7 is installed on one side of the fresh air blower. The power generated by the fresh air blower is used to assist the diffusion of water molecules or atomized molecules, so that the water molecules or atomized molecules enter the heat exchange air duct 5 or the air outlet 3, thereby increasing the indoor humidity and providing water for the ionization of the water ion generator 6, ensuring that the water ion generator 6 generates sufficient water ions.

[0173] Under the action of the fresh air blower, the water vapor provided by the water tank 71 flows through the fresh air channel and the air outlet 3 to provide moisture for the electrode components.

[0174] Thereby, it is convenient for users to add water through the first opening 711. During the water adding process, there is no need to disassemble the water tank 71, and the water tank 71 is automatically returned to its original position, thereby avoiding problems such as water leakage or humidification failure of the water tank 71 due to the water tank 71 not being properly returned to its original position.

[0175] In this application, reference is made to Figure 1-13 The water tank 71 is tilted or returned to its original position by the operation of the driving component 72. The tilting of the water tank 71 lifts the rear portion, separating the water tank 71 from the base 74 and disconnecting the water path. After the user fills the tank with water, the water tank 71 moves to a horizontal position driven by the gear assembly 722, connecting the water path.

[0176] A magnetic structure is provided on the side of the water tank 71 corresponding to the installation position of the water tank 71 of the air conditioner. When the water tank 71 is tilted, the power is cut off and there is no magnetic attraction, which facilitates the separation of the water tank 71 from the base 74. When the water tank 71 is returned to its original position, there is magnetic attraction when the power is turned on, which can ensure that the water tank 71 returns to its original position accurately.

[0177] The water tank 71 is designed to be tilted to expose the water inlet and automatically return to its original position to humidify the electrode components, ensuring that the amount of water ions generated is sufficient to maintain its air purification effect. At the same time, it solves the problem of inconvenience for users to take the water tank 71 and water leakage caused by improper return of the water tank 71.

[0178] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, rather than to limit them. Although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some or all of the technical features therein. These modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application.

[0179] For ease of explanation, the above description has been presented in conjunction with specific embodiments. However, the above exemplary discussion is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the embodiments to the specific forms disclosed above. Based on the above teachings, various modifications and variations are possible. The above embodiments have been selected and described to better explain the principles and practical applications, thereby enabling those skilled in the art to better utilize the embodiments and various variations of the embodiments suitable for specific use considerations.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, characterized in that: include: An indoor housing, which forms the outer contour of the air conditioner, and is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet; a heat exchange air duct formed in the indoor shell, the heat exchange air duct being connected to the air inlet and the air outlet, so that the indoor air enters the heat exchange air duct through the air inlet and then flows back into the room through the air outlet; An indoor fan, which is provided in the heat exchange air duct and is used to accelerate the gas flow rate; an indoor heat exchanger, which is arranged in the heat exchange air duct and is used to exchange heat with the air flow; A water ion generator is provided in the heat exchange air duct or the air outlet, and is used to generate water ions. The water ion generator includes: a voltage output component for outputting a first voltage; an electrode component connected to the voltage output component to receive a first voltage and ionize the absorbed moisture; A water replenishing device, which is used to provide water for the ionization of the electrode components, and the water replenishing device includes: a water tank, the water tank comprising a first opening, the first opening being at least for water intake; a driving component, which is provided on one side of the water tank; The driving component can drive the water tank to rotate along a first direction with one side of the bottom surface of the water tank as the central axis, so that the first opening of the water tank is exposed on the outer surface of the indoor shell; and the driving component can drive the water tank to rotate in a direction opposite to the first direction to return the water tank to its original position.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that The water replenishing device comprises: an atomizing component, having at least a second opening, wherein the second opening is in communication with at least the heat exchange air duct; a base, which is mounted inside the indoor shell, and a cavity is formed inside the base. When the bottom surface of the water tank is mounted on the base, water in the water tank flows through the cavity to the atomizing component to provide moisture for atomization; The indoor air flows through the second opening and carries the atomized molecules diffused through the second opening to flow through the heat exchange air duct and the air outlet to provide moisture to the electrode component.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that The water replenishing device comprises: A first magnetic element, which is provided on an end surface of the water tank away from the atomizing element; A second magnetic member is provided on an end surface of the indoor housing close to the water tank installation position; When the bottom surface of the water tank is mounted on the base, the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component are connected to locate the position of the water tank; when the driving component drives the water tank to rotate, the first magnetic component and the second magnetic component are separated.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that The bottom surface of the water tank is connected to the base on one side close to the outer surface of the indoor shell, and the side is defined as the first side; the side of the bottom surface opposite to the first side is defined as the second side; the driving component includes: a driving member, which is disposed in the indoor housing and is used to provide power; a gear assembly connected to the driving end of the driving member, wherein the gear assembly can rotate with the driving member; A prying rod, one end of which is connected to the gear assembly and the other end of which is connected to the second side. The gear assembly rotates with the driving member, and the prying rod follows the movement of the gear assembly to lift the second side of the water tank so that the second side is higher than the first side, and the first opening is exposed on the outer surface of the indoor shell.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that: The water tank includes a water inlet provided at its bottom, and the water replenishing device further includes a water inlet assembly provided at the water inlet for opening or closing the water inlet, the water inlet assembly including: a water inlet cover, covering the water inlet; an elastic member disposed at the water inlet, one end of the elastic member being connected to the water inlet cover or the side wall of the water inlet; a push rod, one end of which is connected to the other end of the elastic member; a fixing member disposed in the cavity and opposite to the water inlet; When the water tank is mounted on the base, the push rod contacts the fixing member, the elastic member is compressed, the push rod contacts the water inlet cover and lifts the water inlet cover, and the water in the water tank flows into the cavity through the water inlet; When the water tank is driven to rotate by the driving component, the push rod leaves the fixing member, and the push rod leaves the water inlet cover under the action of the rebound force of the elastic member, and the water inlet cover closes the water inlet.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 5, characterized in that The water inlet assembly further comprises a sealing ring which is arranged between the water inlet cover and the bottom surface of the water tank.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that The water replenishing device also includes: A filter structure is provided at the water inlet and is used for filtering water flowing out of the water tank.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein: Also includes: An ultraviolet lamp is arranged near the first opening and is used for sterilizing the water tank.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that The atomizing component includes: An atomizing housing has an atomizing cavity formed therein, the atomizing cavity being in communication with the cavity of the base; The atomizing element is used to atomize the moisture entering the atomizing chamber and to allow the atomized molecules to enter the heat exchange air duct through the second opening.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that: include: An indoor housing, which forms the outer contour of the air conditioner, and is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet; a heat exchange air duct formed in the indoor shell, the heat exchange air duct being connected to the air inlet and the air outlet, so that the indoor air enters the heat exchange air duct through the air inlet and then flows back into the room through the air outlet; A fresh air module is provided in the indoor housing and is used to transport outdoor air into the room. The fresh air module includes: A fresh air housing is formed with a fresh air channel therein, the fresh air channel being connected to the air outlet; A fresh air fan, which is provided in the fresh air channel and is used to provide power for air flow transmission; A water ion generator is provided at the air outlet and is used to generate water ions. The water ion generator comprises: a voltage output component for outputting a first voltage; an electrode component connected to the voltage output component to receive a first voltage and ionize the absorbed moisture; A water replenishing device, which is used to provide water for the ionization of the electrode components, and the water replenishing device includes: a water tank disposed on one side of the fresh air blower, the water tank comprising a first opening, the first opening being at least used for water intake; a driving component disposed on one side of the water tank, the driving component being capable of driving the water tank to rotate in a first direction with one side of the bottom surface of the water tank as a central axis so that the first opening of the water tank is exposed to the outer surface of the indoor shell; and the driving component being capable of driving the water tank to rotate in a direction opposite to the first direction so that the water tank returns to its original position; Under the action of the fresh air blower, the water vapor provided by the water tank flows through the fresh air channel and the air outlet to provide moisture for the electrode component.

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