Air conditioner

Abstract

The air conditioner comprises an ion generating device, the ion generating device comprises a high-voltage output component, an electrode component and an auxiliary water collecting device, and the auxiliary water collecting device comprises a thermoelectric element with a heat dissipation face and a heat absorption face, a cooling component installed on the heat absorption face, a fixing structure arranged on the cooling component and the electrode component installed on the fixing component. The electrode part receives high voltage from the high-voltage output part through the fixing structure, and an electric field is formed at the transmitting end of the electrode part so as to ionize absorbed condensate water to generate water ions; the electrode part can be ionized by utilizing moisture in the air condensed by the cooling part, so that insufficient ionized moisture of the electrode part caused by insufficient air humidity is made up, and the ion generation device can ensure stable ion release in different environments.

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] At present, the indoor unit of the air conditioner has an indoor shell forming its appearance, and the indoor shell is provided with an air inlet and an air outlet. The air outlet is for the heat exchange air in the air outlet duct to flow out, and the air outlet is provided with an ion generator.

[0003] The ion generating device includes a high-voltage output component and an electrode component. The high-voltage output component is used to output high-voltage electricity, and the electrode component is used to discharge high voltage to the water, causing it to gradually split into water mist and decompose into highly active nano-scale water ions, which contain a large amount of electric charge and highly active hydroxyl free radicals, and can decompose and remove bacteria, microorganisms, formaldehyde, VOCs and other components in the air.

[0004] The electrode components consist of a carbon rod with water collection function and a high-voltage electrode needle, which are fixed by structural parts, such as Figure 1 When the ion generator is located in an area with relatively dry air, it is difficult to rely on the water collection capacity of the carbon rod to ensure the stable release of water ions.

[0005] In view of this, this application is filed. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In this application, an auxiliary water collection device is proposed to condense moisture in the air. At the same time, the bottom of the electrode component is connected to the auxiliary water collection device to compensate for the moisture required for ionization in a low humidity environment to ensure the stable release of water ions.

[0007] The present application provides an air conditioner, which includes:

[0008] An indoor shell having an air inlet and an air outlet;

[0009] A water ion generator is provided at the air outlet for generating ions. The water ion generator further comprises:

[0010] A high-voltage output component, which is used to connect to an external power source and output high-voltage electricity;

[0011] an electrode component electrically connected to the high voltage output component;

[0012] An auxiliary water collection device is provided at the bottom of the electrode component and is used to condense moisture in the air. The auxiliary water collection device further comprises:

[0013] A cooling component is installed at the bottom of the electrode component, and the cooling component includes a condensation surface inclined toward the bottom of the electrode component;

[0014] a thermoelectric element electrically connected to an external power source to form a heat absorbing surface and a heat dissipating surface on both sides of the thermoelectric element;

[0015] The cooling component is connected to the heat absorbing surface to reduce the temperature of the surface of the cooling component, thereby condensing moisture in the air;

[0016] The electrode component absorbs the condensed water flowing down the condensation surface and uses the high voltage electricity received from the high voltage output component to ionize and generate water ions.

[0017] In the above technical solution, by proposing an auxiliary water collection device, the electrode component can work when the ionized water is insufficient to ensure the stability and release amount of the released water ions.

[0018] In some embodiments, the cooling component further comprises:

[0019] a fixing seat connected to the bottom of the condensing surface;

[0020] A fixing structure is arranged on a fixing seat, one end of the fixing structure is connected to the output end of the high-voltage output component, and the other end of the fixing structure is immersed in the electrode component so that the electrode component is connected to the high voltage electricity and the electrode component can contact the condensed water flowing down from the condensation surface.

[0021] In some embodiments, the auxiliary water collection device further comprises:

[0022] The surface of the boss is connected to the condensing surface, and the arc radius of the boss is r>d / 8, wherein d is the distance between the fixing structure and the outer edge of the fixing seat.

[0023] In some embodiments, the central angle of the boss is defined as α, where 25°<α<180°.

[0024] In some embodiments, the auxiliary water collecting device further includes a heat-insulating layer disposed outside the cooling component.

[0025] In some embodiments, the electrode assembly comprises:

[0026] solidifying the matrix;

[0027] A plurality of conductive fibers are dispersedly arranged on the solidifying matrix, and the emission tips of the conductive fibers extend to the outside of the solidifying matrix to form an emission end at one end of the electrode component; condensed water can reach the emission end of the electrode component along the conductive fibers for ionization.

[0028] In some embodiments, the electrode component further includes a water-absorbing material, which is disposed on the solidified matrix or the carbon fiber. The water-absorbing material contacts the air to capture moisture in the air.

[0029] In some embodiments, the high voltage output component includes:

[0030] an oscillator circuit connected to an external power supply and configured to output a PWM signal;

[0031] a switching device, electrically connected to the oscillation circuit and configured to receive a PWM signal;

[0032] The boost circuit is electrically connected to the switching device and boosts the electrical signal output by the switching device and then connects the signal to the electrode component.

[0033] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further comprises:

[0034] A humidity detection device is used to detect indoor humidity.

[0035] The present application also proposes an air conditioner, comprising:

[0036] An indoor shell having an air inlet and an air outlet;

[0037] A water ion generator is provided at the air outlet for generating ions. The water ion generator further comprises:

[0038] A high-voltage output component, which is used to connect to an external power source and output high-voltage electricity;

[0039] Auxiliary water collection device, used to condense moisture in the air, including:

[0040] A thermoelectric element electrically connected to an external power source to form a heat absorbing surface and a heat dissipating surface on both side end surfaces of the thermoelectric element;

[0041] A cooling component is provided on the heat-absorbing surface of the thermoelectric element to reduce its own surface temperature and thereby condense water in the air;

[0042] A fixed structure, which is located at the lowest point of the cooling component and is also electrically connected to the high-voltage output component;

[0043] The electrode component is mounted on a fixed structure; the electrode component receives high voltage electricity transmitted through the fixed structure and forms an electric field at its transmitting end to ionize the absorbed condensed water and generate water ions. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0044] 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:

[0045] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of an ion generating device in the related art;

[0046] Figure 2 is a schematic structural diagram of an air conditioner in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0047] Figure 3 is a schematic structural diagram of an ion generating device in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0048] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the tip discharge electric field in one embodiment of the present application;

[0049] Figure 5 is a schematic structural diagram of an electrode component in one embodiment of the present application;

[0050] Figure 6 is another structural schematic diagram of an electrode component in one embodiment of the present application;

[0051] Figure 7 Schematic diagram of a structure in which a water-absorbing material is dispersed in a solidified matrix in one embodiment of the present application;

[0052] Figure 8 is a hardware configuration diagram of an air conditioner in one embodiment of the present application;

[0053] Figure 9 is the control logic of the ion generating device in one embodiment of the present application;

[0054] Figure 10 is a cross-sectional view of an electrode component in one embodiment of the present application;

[0055] Figure 11 This is a schematic structural diagram of a water-absorbing material attached to conductive fibers in one embodiment of the present application;

[0056] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the ionization principle in one embodiment of the present application;

[0057] Figure 13 is a schematic structural diagram of an ion generating device in one embodiment of the present application;

[0058] Figure 14 is a schematic structural diagram of an electrode component in one embodiment of the present application;

[0059] Figure 15 Schematic diagram of the installation structure of the electrode component and the fixing structure in one embodiment of the present application;

[0060] Figure 16 is a schematic structural diagram of an ion generating device in one embodiment of the present application;

[0061] Figure 17 yes Figure 16 A magnified view of position A in the middle;

[0062] In the above picture:

[0063] Air conditioner 100; indoor housing 1; air inlet 2; air outlet 3; air guide plate 4;

[0064] High voltage output component 51; electrode component 52;

[0065] Solidified matrix 521; conductive fiber 522; water absorbing material 523; water guide channel 524;

[0066] Surface micropores 525; water storage structure 526; fixed structure 58;

[0067] Auxiliary water collection device 6; cooling component 61; heat absorbing surface 621; heat dissipating surface 622;

[0068] Thermoelectric element 62; boss 63; fixing seat 64; insulation layer 65; high-voltage power line 66;

[0069] External power supply 7; controller 8; humidity detection device 9; condensation surface 67. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0070] 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.

[0071] 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.

[0072] 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.

[0073] This application proposes an air conditioner 100, referring to Figure 2 , the air conditioner 100 includes an indoor unit.

[0074] The air conditioner 100 further includes an outdoor unit.

[0075] The outdoor unit is installed outdoors. The indoor and outdoor units are connected by pipes for the flow of refrigerant.

[0076] 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.

[0077] An air inlet 2 is formed on the indoor shell 1. The air inlet 2 is used to allow indoor air to enter the indoor shell 1. The 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.

[0078] An air outlet 3 is formed on the indoor shell 1. The air outlet 3 is used to discharge the air in the indoor shell 1. The indoor air enters the indoor shell 1 through the air inlet 2 and is then blown out from the air outlet 3.

[0079] The air outlet 3 can be extended along the length of the indoor unit, thereby improving the aesthetics of the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100 and improving 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 air inlet 2 and the air outlet 3 can also be set at other positions as long as the air inlet and outlet requirements can be met.

[0080] An air guide plate 4 is provided at the air outlet 3. The air guide plate 4 is movably provided at the air outlet 3 and is used to open and close the air outlet 3. When the air guide plate 4 opens the air outlet 3, the air guide plate 4 can also be configured to guide the heat-exchanged air discharged from the indoor unit through the air outlet 3.

[0081] A plurality of components constituting a refrigeration cycle or a heating cycle are installed in the indoor casing 1 .

[0082] 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.

[0083] In the embodiment of the present application, a wall-mounted air conditioner 100 is used as an example for explanation. Other types of air conditioners 100 can adjust the structural position and the installation of the ion generating device based on the technical solution of the embodiment of the present application.

[0084] In some embodiments, the indoor housing 1 is substantially in a rectangular shape.

[0085] The indoor housing 1 includes at least an outer cover, which is used to form a basic frame of the air conditioner 100 .

[0086] The indoor housing 1 further includes a front panel which is mounted on the front side of the outer cover to form the front surface of the indoor housing 1 .

[0087] 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.

[0088] The indoor housing 1 further includes a rear plate, which is mounted on the rear side of the outer cover and is used to install the air conditioner 100 on a wall of an indoor space.

[0089] The housing includes a bottom surface configured to define a bottom structure of the air conditioner 100 .

[0090] The outer cover includes side panels. The side panels are provided on both sides. The side panels are provided on both sides of the bottom surface along the length direction. The side panels are used to form the side of the air conditioner 100.

[0091] The housing includes a top surface, which is configured to define a top appearance of the air conditioner 100 .

[0092] In some embodiments, the front surface, the top surface, and a portion of the bottom surface are integrated to facilitate a stable connection with the back panel and the side panels to form a stable external structure of the air conditioner 100.

[0093] In some embodiments, the back plate and a portion of the bottom surface are integrated to facilitate the stable connection of other components to form a stable external structure of the air conditioner 100.

[0094] The indoor unit includes an indoor heat exchanger. The indoor heat exchanger is installed in an indoor casing 1. The indoor heat exchanger is used to exchange heat with the air flow entering the indoor casing 1.

[0095] 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.

[0096] The front panel, the back panel, the bottom surface, the top surface and the side panels together form a heat exchange air duct.

[0097] In some embodiments, the indoor fan is configured as a cross-flow fan.

[0098] The inner periphery of the back panel is provided with a space for installing an indoor fan.

[0099] In some embodiments, the indoor heat exchanger is disposed above the indoor fan.

[0100] 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.

[0101] The compressor includes an air intake port. Refrigerant flows into the compressor from the air intake port to be compressed.

[0102] 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.

[0103] The air conditioner 100 system includes an indoor heat exchanger for exchanging heat with indoor air.

[0104] The air conditioner 100 system includes an outdoor heat exchanger for exchanging heat with outdoor air.

[0105] 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.

[0106] 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.

[0107] 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.

[0108] 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.

[0109] 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.

[0110] 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.

[0111] The indoor unit also includes an ion generator, which is installed at the air outlet 3 to generate ions with air purification functions of sterilization and deodorization. The generated ions can be directly blown into the room and diffused, thereby improving the air purification effect.

[0112] In some embodiments, the ion generating device includes a high voltage output component 51. The high voltage output component 51 is used to output stable high voltage electricity to ensure the stability and amount of ions released by the ion generating device.

[0113] Reference Figure 3 The ion generating device includes an electrode component 52. The electrode component 52 is used to absorb moisture in the air and release ions using the received high voltage electricity.

[0114] In some embodiments, the ion generating device is installed at the air outlet 3 . At least the electrode component 52 is installed at the air outlet 3 so that the ions generated by the electrode component 52 can enter the room along with the air flow of the air outlet 3 .

[0115] In some embodiments, the ion generator is vertically installed at the air outlet 3 to prevent condensed water from flowing out of the ion generator, causing pollution or dripping from the air outlet of the air conditioner, thereby reducing the user experience.

[0116] In some embodiments, reference Figure 5 , the electrode component 52 includes a solidified matrix 521 .

[0117] In some embodiments, the solidified matrix 521 may be formed by combining a cross-linking agent (exemplarily, the cross-linking agent is N,N'-methylenebisacrylamide) and an initiator (exemplarily, the initiator is ammonium persulfate) in a certain ratio.

[0118] Reference Figure 5 The electrode component 52 includes a conductive fiber 522. The conductive fiber 522 can conduct electricity, and a local high-voltage electric field is formed at the end of the conductive fiber 522.

[0119] The conductive fibers 522 are provided in a plurality and are dispersedly arranged in the solidified matrix 521. The solidified matrix 521 and the conductive fibers 522 constitute the main structure of the electrode component 52.

[0120] In some embodiments, the emitting tip of the conductive fiber 522 extends to the outside of the solidified matrix 521, so that one end of the electrode component 52 forms an emitting end having an exposed multi-fiber structure.

[0121] In this embodiment, the conductive fibers 522 are formed into a rod-like structure using the solidified matrix 521. In some embodiments, the main structure formed by the conductive fibers 522 and the solidified matrix 521 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 connect to the high voltage and generate an electric field at the transmitter.

[0122] Reference Figure 6In the embodiment, the emitting end of the electrode component can be configured as a planar structure, wherein the conductive fibers 522 still protrude from the solidified matrix to perform discharge.

[0123] 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.

[0124] In some embodiments, the conductive fibers 522 are regularly installed in the solidified matrix 521 and form the main structure of the electrode component 52 together with the solidified matrix 521 .

[0125] In some embodiments, the conductive fibers 522 are distributed on the interior and exterior surfaces of the solidified matrix 521 .

[0126] In some embodiments, the conductive fibers 522 are configured as carbon fibers.

[0127] 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, achieving a curvature radius that is one-tenth or even one-hundredth of that of a metal needle.

[0128] Compared with metal needle 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.

[0129] In this embodiment, unidirectional carbon fibers are used as the conductive fibers 522. Selecting this carbon structure as the conductive skeleton can induce an increase in the unidirectional electron migration activity of the electrode, thereby promoting an increase in the unidirectional negative ion yield.

[0130] During the production process, carbon fiber is subjected to tension and its structure becomes oriented, so it has anisotropy in mechanical and electrical properties.

[0131] In some embodiments, the diameter of the electrode component 52 is larger than the diameter of the conductive fiber 522. The number of the conductive fibers 522 is N, and the diameter of the conductive fibers 522 is y, where N≥100 and y<0.2 mm.

[0132] This setting makes the number of conductive fibers 522 large and the diameter small, so that the high-voltage electric field generated by the electrode component 52 is equivalent to the superposition of multiple local tiny high-voltage electric fields, which can greatly increase the concentration of negative air ions and enhance the release capacity of negative ions.

[0133] At the same time, ions will repel each other due to the same charges, which will increase the diffusion capacity of negative ions in space and increase the spatial diffusion range. This will also reduce the reliance on auxiliary devices such as fans during the application of the ion generator. Figure 4 , middle is a schematic diagram of the effective electric field of single tip and multiple tip discharge.

[0134] In some embodiments, the carbon fiber is a bundle of carbon fibers between 1 and 10 microns as the electrode material. The fiber bundle in one electrode component 52 comprises N carbon fibers, forming a multi-tip discharge electric field. Where N is less than 500,000.

[0135] If the number of carbon fibers is too large, the overall size of the electrode component 52 will be too large, making it difficult to complete the installation of the ion generator. Therefore, the number of carbon fibers should be less than 500,000.

[0136] Therefore, the electrode component 52 in this embodiment is equivalent to a superposition of multiple sharp discharge electrodes, and its effective electric field strength and range are several times, hundreds of times, or even thousands of times greater than that of a single sharp discharge electrode, thereby ensuring the electric field strength required for ionization.

[0137] The solidified matrix 521 and the conductive fibers 522 together constitute the main body of the electrode component 52. The emission tips of the conductive fibers 522 extend to the outside of the solidified matrix 521.

[0138] In some embodiments, reference Figure 5-6 The conductive fibers 522 and the solidified matrix 521 together form a rod shape, and a conductive fiber bundle is exposed at the top of the electrode rod. The height of the exposed conductive fiber bundle is defined as h, where 0.01 mm ≤ h.

[0139] In order to ensure that the electrode tip can generate an effective electric field, the conductive fiber bundle is exposed at the tip of the electrode rod. The conductive fiber bundle is exposed for a minimum of 0.01 mm, so that the electrode component 52 can generate an effective electric field of negative air ions or water ions.

[0140] In some embodiments, a conductive fiber bundle is exposed at the top of the electrode rod, and the height of the exposed conductive fiber bundle is defined as h, where h≤10 mm.

[0141] In this embodiment, the height of the exposed conductive fiber bundle should not be too large. If the height is too large, multiple conductive fibers 522 may overlap, become entangled, or have inconsistent directions, which may affect the formation of the high-voltage electric field.

[0142] Meanwhile, in this embodiment, water is a major source of the target ionized product, water ions. Some of this water originates from the air, but more originates from the supply of high-voltage electric fields from the interior of the electrode component 52 to the tip. Water within the electrode component 52 can be directed to the ends of the conductive fibers 522 through internal channels, similar to the action of capillaries. This water is used to generate water ions using high-voltage electricity. To ensure sufficient water supply, the height of the exposed conductive fibers 522 should not be too high. Therefore, the height h of the exposed conductive fibers 522 is set to be less than 10 mm.

[0143] In some embodiments, the electrode component 52 further includes a water-absorbing material 523. The water-absorbing material 523 is disposed at least on the surface of the electrode component 52 to capture moisture in the air and use it for electrode ionization.

[0144] In some embodiments, the water-absorbing material 523 is composed of MOFs. MOFs have the advantages of high specific surface area and high active sites. By designing MOFs with ligands, they can achieve higher moisture absorption performance under low humidity conditions. This allows the electrode component 52 to stably release ions in low humidity environments.

[0145] In some embodiments, reference Figure 7 Electrode component 52 includes a water storage structure 526. Water storage structure 526 is located within the solidified matrix 521. Water storage structure 526 is formed by micron-sized pores within the solidified matrix 521 due to lateral expansion and tension during the manufacturing process of electrode component 52. When the hygroscopic material captures moisture from the air and becomes saturated, the moisture is stored in these pores as liquid water.

[0146] In some embodiments, the water storage structure 526 is a three-dimensional network structure. The water storage structure 526 is configured at the micron level to store absorbed water and can repeatedly absorb and dehydrate without damaging its own structure.

[0147] In some embodiments, the size of the water storage structure 526 is between several microns and tens of microns, and can introduce external water into the water storage structure 526 through surface tension and capillary action, and prevent internal water from flowing out due to gravity.

[0148] In some embodiments, the electrode component 52 primarily comprises conductive fibers 522 and a solid matrix 521. The conductive fibers 522 conduct electricity longitudinally, creating a localized high-voltage electric field at the ends of the conductive fibers 522. Due to a specialized manufacturing process, the electrode component 52 expands and pulls laterally, creating micron-sized pores within the solid matrix 521 between the conductive fibers 522 within the electrode component 52, forming water storage structures 526.

[0149] In some embodiments, the electrode component 52 includes surface micropores 525 , which are used to connect the water absorbing material 523 and the water storage structure 526 , and to transfer water in the air captured by the water absorbing material 523 to the water storage structure 526 for storage.

[0150] In some embodiments, reference Figure 10 The surface micropores 525 are provided on the surface of the electrode structure. Water on the surface can be transferred to the interior of the electrode component 52 through the surface micropores 525 and stored in the water storage structure 526.

[0151] In some embodiments, the electrode component 52 includes a water channel 524. The water channel 524 is disposed inside the electrode component 52. The water channel 524 is located between the solidified matrix 521 and the conductive fibers 522. The water channel 524 is configured as an elongated channel having a micron-sized width extending along the surface of the conductive fibers 522.

[0152] The water-conducting channels 524 in the solidified matrix 521 material can improve the dispersion of the MOFs in the electrode, thereby reducing the performance degradation caused by the agglomeration of the MOFs.

[0153] The water channel 524 is connected to the water storage structure 526. When the electrode component 52 is connected to a high voltage, the end of the electrode component 52 ionizes water to generate water ions, consuming the water at the end of the electrode component 52. At this time, the water stored in the electrode component 52 can be transported to the end of the electrode component 52 through the water channel 524 for ionization to generate water ions.

[0154] By providing the electrode component 52 with a water-conducting channel 524 , the emitting end of the electrode component 52 can be supplied with water during the process of generating water ions, while simultaneously limiting unnecessary loss of water.

[0155] The water channel 524 can assist in the storage and transportation of water. Water molecules are affected by surface tension and capillary action in the water channel 524, so that the water forms a stable water column in the water channel 524 and prevents the water from flowing due to gravity.

[0156] In this embodiment, micron-scale water storage structures 526 are present between the conductive fibers 522. These water storage structures 526 communicate with the surface micropores 525, facilitating water storage in the electrode component 52. The water storage structures 526 are connected to the conductive fibers 522, allowing them to conduct water along the conductive fibers 522 to the emitting tips of the conductive fibers 522.

[0157] By arranging water-absorbing material 523, water storage structure 526, and water-conducting channel 524 in coordination with each other, the electrode component 52's water absorption, storage, and conduction capabilities are effectively enhanced, eliminating the need for additional semiconductor refrigeration devices and resulting in a lower failure rate compared to related technologies. Furthermore, the ion generator operates within a wider humidity range, operating at humidity levels above 20%, broadening the applicability of the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100 and improving the overall competitiveness of the unit.

[0158] In some embodiments, reference Figure 7 The hygroscopic material 523 is dispersed within the solidified matrix 521. The hygroscopic material on the outer surface of the electrode component 52 is in contact with the air and, utilizing its highly active sites, can efficiently capture water molecules in the air, achieving highly efficient moisture absorption. The hygroscopic material within the electrode component 52 retains moisture.

[0159] The water-absorbing material 523 is incorporated into the solidified matrix 521. The introduction of the water-absorbing material 523 can absorb moisture in the air in low humidity environments, thereby providing moisture raw materials for the ionization of the conductive fibers 522.

[0160] In some embodiments, when the water-absorbing material 523 is doped into the solidified matrix 521 , the organic ligand can form hydrogen bonds with the solidified matrix 521 material and then be evenly dispersed to achieve uniform overall material performance.

[0161] In addition, the introduction of the water-absorbing material 523 can form a heterostructure with the solidified matrix 521 material, change the energy band structure of the material, improve the water utilization efficiency of the electrode component 52, and thus increase the negative ion yield.

[0162] In some embodiments, when the water-absorbing material 523 is saturated with moisture from the air, the moisture is stored in the pores as liquid water. This can further improve the hygroscopic properties of the electrode component 52, achieving a hygroscopic property greater than 10% of the mass of the electrode component 52 even in a dry environment with a humidity of 30% RH.

[0163] Moisture stored within the electrode assembly 52 diffuses longitudinally along the conductive fibers 522. Under the action of a high-voltage electric field, the emitting tips of the conductive fibers 522 generate a local negative high-voltage electric field with the air. This ionizes water molecules on the surface of the emitting tips of the conductive fibers 522 into hydroxyl radicals. Simultaneously, electrons released by the negative high-voltage electrode react with the air surrounding the electric field to form negative ions. The hydroxyl radicals and negative ions are encapsulated by the high-voltage atomized nanoparticles and diffuse into the air.

[0164] The moisture inside the electrode component 52 continuously supplies the emission tip of the conductive fiber 522 to generate water ions, and the water-absorbing material 523 on the surface of the solidified matrix 521 simultaneously captures moisture in the air to replenish the electrode component 52, forming a moisture supply and consumption cycle.

[0165] In some embodiments, the electrode component 52 includes a water-absorbing material 523. Figure 11 The water-absorbing material 523 is combined with the conductive fibers 522. The water-absorbing material 523 is attached to the conductive fibers 522. The water-absorbing material 523 on the conductive fibers 522 on the outer surface of the solidified matrix 521 is in contact with the air and, utilizing its highly active sites, captures moisture from the air, achieving efficient moisture absorption.

[0166] In some embodiments, MOFS is attached to the conductive fiber 522 using a special process, which can enhance the hydrophilicity of the surface of the conductive fiber 522 , thereby significantly enhancing the hydrophilicity of the water-conducting channel 524 located on the surface of the conductive fiber 522 , thereby significantly enhancing the water transmission performance within the water-conducting channel 524 .

[0167] In some embodiments, within a certain humidity range, moisture in the air is captured by the water-absorbing material 523 on the conductive fibers 522 and enters the surface micropores 525 before being introduced into the water storage structure 526 ;

[0168] When the electrode component 52 is connected to the high-voltage output component 51, the emission tip of the conductive fiber 522 ionizes water to generate water ions, which consume the water at the emission end of the electrode component 52, and a pressure difference is formed between the emission end and the bottom end of the electrode component 52;

[0169] The water in the water storage structure 526 is transported to the emission end of the electrode component 52 through the water guide channel 524 to replenish the water required for ionization.

[0170] In some embodiments, within a certain humidity range, moisture in the air is captured by the water-absorbing material 523 on the conductive fibers 522 and enters the surface micropores 525 before being introduced into the water-conducting channels 524 ;

[0171] When the electrode component 52 is connected to the high-voltage output component 51, the emission tip of the conductive fiber 522 ionizes water to generate water ions, which consume the water at the emission end of the electrode component 52, and a pressure difference is formed between the emission end and the bottom end of the electrode component 52;

[0172] The water in the water-conducting channel 524 is directly transported to the emission end of the electrode component 52 to replenish the water required for ionization.

[0173] In some embodiments, when the water-absorbing material 523 is saturated with moisture from the air, the moisture is stored in the pores as liquid water, further improving the hygroscopic properties of the electrode component 52. Even in a dry environment with a humidity of 30% RH, the hygroscopic properties can still be achieved at a value greater than 10% of the mass of the electrode component 52.

[0174] Moisture stored within the electrode assembly 52 diffuses longitudinally along the conductive fibers 522. Under the action of a high-voltage electric field, the emitting tips of the conductive fibers 522 generate a local negative high-voltage electric field with the air. This ionizes water molecules on the surface of the emitting tips of the conductive fibers 522 into hydroxyl radicals. Simultaneously, electrons released by the negative high-voltage electrode react with the air surrounding the electric field to form negative ions. The hydroxyl radicals and negative ions are encapsulated by the high-voltage atomized nanoparticles and diffuse into the air.

[0175] The moisture inside the electrode component 52 continuously supplies the emission tip of the conductive fiber 522 to generate water ions, and the water-absorbing material 523 on the surface of the conductive fiber 522 simultaneously captures moisture in the air to replenish the electrode component 52, forming a moisture supply and consumption cycle.

[0176] When the high-voltage output component 51 does not supply power to the electrode component 52, the ion generating device is in a water condensation state, and the water-absorbing material 523 of the electrode component 52 can adsorb moisture in the air on the surface of the electrode component 52. By utilizing the pore structure and high specific surface area of ​​the transverse pores, the water molecules on the surface of the electrode component 52 can be stored inside the electrode component 52 using the capillary principle.

[0177] When the high voltage output component 51 supplies power to the electrode component 52, the ion generating device releases ions. Figure 12 The emitting tip of the conductive fiber 522 generates a negative high-voltage electric field, and the moisture inside the electrode component 52 is atomized by high pressure and released through the transverse pores and longitudinal pores, and is ionized into hydroxyl free radicals. At the same time, the electrode released by the electrode component 52 forms negative ions with the air around the negative high-voltage electric field. The hydroxyl free radicals and negative ions are wrapped by the high-pressure atomized nano-water ions and diffuse into the air.

[0178] Specifically, some of the water inside the electrode component 52 is excited by the negative high-voltage electric field and becomes hydroxyl radicals. These radicals are then encapsulated by water particles, forming charged hydroxyl-ion microparticle water. Electrons released by the electrode component 52 react with oxygen (O2) in the air to form negative ions (O2-), which are then encapsulated by water particles, forming negatively charged O2-ion microparticle water. Both hydroxyl radicals and negatively charged O2-ion microparticle water have air purification properties, including sterilization and deodorization. Because the outer layer is encapsulated by nano-sized water particles, the water has a longer range and a more effective effect.

[0179] When the high-voltage power supply supplies power to the electrode component 52 , the water-absorbing material 523 can also absorb moisture in the air and generate charged microparticle water through the same pathway as above.

[0180] It should be noted that the principle of ionizing the condensed water generated by the auxiliary water collection device in the following text is the same as the above principle.

[0181] After ionization at the discharge tip of the conductive fiber 522, the water is consumed. The pressure difference between the interior and the tip of the conductive fiber 522 draws the water inside the conductive fiber 522 toward the discharge tip, continuously supplying it for ionization. This ensures that the electrode component 52 receives a continuous water supply and storage, eliminating the tedious need to regularly add water to the water storage component in related technologies. It also avoids the drawbacks of related technologies of requiring structural loads and the high cost of semiconductor refrigeration modules to obtain condensed water.

[0182] The indoor unit provided in this embodiment has an air purification function. By installing the ion generator at the air outlet 3, the charged microparticle water generated by the ion generator is directly blown into the room, thereby improving the air purification effect.

[0183] The water in the electrode component 52 is excited by high-voltage ionization to form charged microparticle water. The charged microparticle water carries electric charge and hydroxyl radicals generated by ionized water, thereby improving the air purification effect.

[0184] As described above, the water absorption capacity of the electrode component 52 can be enhanced by adding a water-absorbing material to the electrode component 52, allowing the electrode component 52 to continue releasing water ions even in a relatively low humidity range. However, when moisture in the air is not easily absorbed or the moisture absorbed by the water-absorbing material in the immediate vicinity is insufficient to meet ionization requirements, other moisture sources may be necessary.

[0185] Based on the above, in some embodiments, referring to Figure 3 The air conditioner further includes an auxiliary water collection device 6 for condensing moisture in the air under low humidity conditions to address the problem of insufficient ionized water in the electrode component 52 caused by insufficient air humidity. In some embodiments, the auxiliary water collection device 6 can also serve to install and fix the electrode component 52.

[0186] In some embodiments, reference Figure 3 The auxiliary water collecting device 6 includes a thermoelectric element 62. The thermoelectric element 62 is electrically connected to an external power source 7, so that a heat absorbing surface 621 and a heat dissipating surface 622 are formed on both side end surfaces of the thermoelectric element 62.

[0187] In some embodiments, the heat-absorbing surface 621 is set to an insulating material, and the heat-absorbing surface 621 is tightly fitted with the cooling component 61. When the thermoelectric element 62 is working, the temperature of the cooling component 61 is reduced, and the moisture in the air condenses on the cooling component 61 and gathers in the recessed part of the cooling component 61 through the inclined surface for absorption by the electrode component 52 to generate water ions.

[0188] In some embodiments, the heat dissipation surface 622 functions to dissipate heat sufficiently to ensure the water collection capacity of the cooling component 61 .

[0189] In some embodiments, the auxiliary water collection device 6 further includes a high-voltage power line 66. The high-voltage power line 66 is used to stably and reliably connect the cooling component 61 to the high-voltage power supply. In some embodiments, the high-voltage power line 66 is used to connect the fixing structure 58 to the high-voltage power supply so that the electrode component 52 receives high voltage electricity.

[0190] In some embodiments, reference Figure 3 The auxiliary water collection device 6 includes a cooling component 61. The cooling component 61 is mounted on the side of the heat absorbing surface 621. The heat absorbing surface 621 and the heat dissipating surface 622 are used to reduce the surface temperature of the cooling device, thereby forming at least a condensation surface 67 on the side of the cooling component 61 away from the thermoelectric element 62, thereby condensing moisture in the air.

[0191] In some embodiments, the cooling component 61 is installed at the bottom of the electrode component 52 , and the cooling component 61 includes a condensation surface 67 inclined toward the bottom of the electrode component 52 .

[0192] In some embodiments, the condensing surface is configured as an arc-shaped structure with an opening facing vertically upward to prevent moisture in the air condensed by the cooling component 61 from flowing out.

[0193] In some embodiments, reference Figure 3 , the auxiliary water collecting device 6 includes a fixing structure 58. In some embodiments, the fixing structure 58 is installed at the lowest point of the cooling component 61.

[0194] In some embodiments, the fixing structure 58 is configured to be made of a conductive material to transmit the high voltage electricity output by the high voltage output component 51 to the electrode component 52 for ionizing water or air.

[0195] In some embodiments, the electrode component 52 is mounted on a fixed structure 58. The bottom end of the electrode component 52 is connected to a cooling component 61 to absorb condensed water to the emission end of the electrode component 52.

[0196] The electrode component 52 receives high voltage electricity from the high voltage output component 51 through the fixing structure 58 and forms an electric field at the emission end of the electrode component 52 to ionize the absorbed condensed water to generate water ions.

[0197] In this embodiment, the electrode component 52 is installed on the fixed structure 58. Compared with the fixing method of a single electrode needle and a plastic structural member in the related art, the installation method of the electrode component 52 in this application is more firm and reliable, thereby improving the conductivity of the electrode component 52 and allowing the water ions to be released stably.

[0198] Each conductive fiber is equivalent to a high-voltage discharge electrode. In order to ensure the stable release of water ions, it is necessary to ensure that each conductive fiber has the same voltage.

[0199] In some embodiments, a power switch is electrically connected between the high-voltage output component 51 and the electrode component 52. The power switch is used to control the closing or opening of the circuit between the electrode component 52 and the high-voltage output component 51, thereby controlling the power on or off of the electrode component 52. This arrangement allows the ion generator to be powered on or off by controlling the power switch, which is simple and convenient.

[0200] In some embodiments, the cooling component 61 is made of a metal material with good thermal conductivity, and has the functions of generating condensed water, fixing the electrode component 52 and conducting electricity.

[0201] In some embodiments, a power switch is electrically connected between the cooling component 61 and the external power supply 7. The power switch is used to control the closing or opening of the circuit between the electrode component 52 and the high-voltage output component 51, thereby controlling the power on or off of the cooling component 61. This arrangement allows the auxiliary water collection device 6 to be powered on or off by controlling the power switch, which is simple and convenient.

[0202] In some embodiments, the cooling member 61 includes a fixing base 64 disposed in the middle of the cooling member 61. The fixing base 64 is used to fix the electrode member 52 and ensure good contact with the electrode member 52, so that each conductive fiber has the same voltage and ensures stable release of water ions.

[0203] In some embodiments, reference Figure 3 The cooling component 61 includes a fixing seat 64 connected to the bottom of the condensing surface 67 .

[0204] In some embodiments, the fixing structure 58 is mounted on the fixing base 64. One end of the fixing structure 58 is connected to the output terminal of the high-voltage output component 51, and the other end of the fixing structure 58 is immersed in the electrode component 52, so that the electrode component 52 is connected to the high voltage. At the same time, the bottom of the electrode component 52 can contact and absorb condensed water flowing down the condensation surface 67.

[0205] In this embodiment, the fixing structure 58 is used to fix the electrode component 52 and provide negative high voltage to the electrode component 52 .

[0206] In some embodiments, the fixing structure 58 is configured as a metal needle, which is used for conducting electricity and fixing the electrode component 52 .

[0207] In some embodiments, the fixing structure 58 is configured as a metal needle, and the metal needle is partially or completely immersed in the electrode component 52 so that the electrode component 52 can be connected to high voltage electricity.

[0208] In some embodiments, the metal needle is inserted from the bottom of the electrode component 52 and partially immersed in the electrode component 52 to ensure effective connection between the metal needle, the conductive fiber 522 and the solidified matrix 521 .

[0209] In some embodiments, the outer periphery of the metal needle is configured as an inclined surface to facilitate insertion into the electrode component 52 and close connection with the conductive fiber 522 and the solidified matrix 521, thereby ensuring stable input of high voltage electricity.

[0210] In this embodiment, the metal needle is partially immersed in the electrode component 52 to avoid affecting the overall strength of the electrode component 52 .

[0211] Reference Figure 14 In FIG. 5 , the diameter of the electrode component 52 is defined as D rod, and the height of the electrode component 52 is defined as H rod.

[0212] Reference Figure 15 In the figure, the height of the metal needle is defined as H. 针 , define the height of the metal needle tip as H 针尖 , define the diameter of the metal needle as D 针 , define the diameter of the conductive fiber 522 as D 纤维 , the average distance between the conductive fibers 522 is defined as l 2. Define the shortest distance between the conductive fiber 522 and the metal needle as l 1.

[0213] In some embodiments, the diameter relationship between the conductive fiber 522, the metal needle, and the electrode component 52 is: D 纤维 < D 针 < D 棒 / 3.

[0214] In some embodiments, the conductive fibers 522 are evenly dispersed longitudinally, and the average distance between each fiber and the nearest surrounding fibers is l 2, and l 2< D 针 , and the distance between more than 50% of the conductive fibers 522 and the nearest fibers should be less than 2× l2, to ensure that the solidified matrix 521 has good electrical conductivity under the action of potassium ions and the like.

[0215] In some embodiments, in order to ensure sufficient contact between the metal needle and the solidified matrix 521 and to ensure the convenience of inserting the metal needle into the solidified matrix 521, the top of the metal needle should be designed as a sharp needle tip. H 针尖 >2× D 针 Therefore, the conductive fiber 522 that is not directly connected to the metal needle is connected to the high voltage electricity through the potassium ions in the solidified matrix 521.

[0216] In some embodiments, in order to ensure the contact area between the metal needle and the solidified matrix 521 and to ensure the fixing effect of the metal needle on the electrode rod and the stability of the connection, the metal needle should be fully inserted into the solidified matrix 521. H 棒 / 5< H 针 < H 棒。

[0217] In some embodiments, the bottom end of the electrode member 52 contacts the condensation surface 67 to prevent condensed water from flowing down from the condensation surface 67 .

[0218] In some embodiments, a transition surface is provided between the bottom end of the electrode component 52 and the condensation surface 67. Condensed water flowing down from the condensation surface 67 contacts the bottom end of the electrode component 52 after passing through the transition surface.

[0219] In some embodiments, reference Figure 3 、 16 The auxiliary water collecting device 6 further includes a boss 63. The boss 63 is connected to an end of the condensation surface 67 away from the electrode component 52.

[0220] The purpose of the boss 63 is to avoid the danger of the electrode component 52 being exposed and causing personal injury. At the same time, it avoids the possibility of tip discharge and makes the discharge area concentrated on the electrode component 52.

[0221] In some embodiments, since the fixed structure 58 is electrically connected to the high-voltage output component 51, and the fixed structure 58 is electrically connected to the fixed seat 64 and the condensation surface 67, the cooling component 61 will generate a negative high-voltage electric field, which is conducive to sending the generated water ions to a farther place.

[0222] In some embodiments, reference Figure 16-17 , define the arc radius of the surface of the boss 63 as r, and define the distance between the outer edge of the fixing structure 58 and the fixing seat 64 as d, where r>d / 8.

[0223] In some embodiments, the central angle of the boss 63 is defined as α, where 25°<α.

[0224] In some embodiments, the central angle of the boss 63 is defined as α, where α is less than 180°.

[0225] In some embodiments, the auxiliary water collecting device 6 includes a heat-insulating layer 65, which is installed on the outside of the cooling component 61 to prevent condensation from forming on the outside of the cooling component 61, which would cause a bad high-voltage discharge circuit.

[0226] In some embodiments, the insulation layer 65 is provided as an insulating material.

[0227] In some embodiments, when the auxiliary water collection device 6 is used, condensed water can reach the emission end of the electrode component 52 along the conductive fibers and be ionized under the action of the high-voltage electric field at the emission end to generate water ions.

[0228] In some embodiments, reference Figure 8 The air conditioner includes a controller 8. The controller 8 is used to adjust the working state of each component of the air conditioner, and adjusts the cooling mode, heating mode, cleaning mode, etc. of the air conditioner by adjusting the compressor, indoor fan, auxiliary water collection device 6, high-pressure output component 51 and their combination.

[0229] In the present application, the amount and type of ion release can be adjusted by adjusting the power supply conditions of the high-voltage output component 51 and the auxiliary water collection device 6.

[0230] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further comprises a humidity detection device 9. The humidity detection device 9 is installed in the indoor housing and is used to detect the indoor humidity.

[0231] The humidity detection device 9 is used to detect the humidity of the environment in which the ion generator is used and feed back the humidity to the controller 8. The controller 8 is used to receive the feedback signal from the humidity detection device 9 and control the working conditions of the auxiliary water collection device 6 and the high-voltage output component 51.

[0232] In some embodiments, the humidity detection device 9 is configured as a humidity sensor.

[0233] In some embodiments, in order to simplify the circuit structure of the ion generating device, the control circuit and humidity detection device 9 of the external device can also be used.

[0234] In order to improve the release capacity of the ion generating device, in some embodiments, the electrode component 52 can be configured with one or more electrodes to improve the release capacity of negative ions. Multiple electrode components 52 are arranged in parallel. In some embodiments, two electrode components 52 are configured.

[0235] In some embodiments, the controller 8 is configured to, when the ion generating device starts working, first detect the indoor humidity RH, and the controller 8 reads the ambient humidity in real time to determine the current humidity condition.

[0236] In some embodiments, the indoor temperature is obtained in real time. When the indoor humidity is in a first humidity range, it is determined that the current ambient humidity is low and the auxiliary water collection device 6 is required to work to assist in collecting moisture in the air to supply the electrode component 52 .

[0237] The controller 8 controls the high voltage output component 51 to be electrically connected to the electrode component 52 , so that the electrode component 52 can be connected to high voltage electricity and generate a high voltage electric field at the transmitting end of the electrode component 52 for ionizing water.

[0238] In some embodiments, when the indoor humidity is within a first humidity range, the external power source 7 is electrically connected to the thermoelectric element 62 .

[0239] When the thermoelectric element 62 is connected to the external power supply 7, current is generated inside, causing the heat absorbing surface 621 to absorb heat from the cooling component 61 and the heat dissipating surface 622 to dissipate heat, thereby reducing the surface temperature of the cooling component 61 and condensing moisture in the air.

[0240] The electrode component 52 utilizes the moisture in the air condensed by the cooling component 61 to be ionized, so as to compensate for the problem of insufficient ionized water in the electrode component 52 caused by insufficient air humidity.

[0241] In the above embodiment, when the weather environment is dry, the auxiliary water collecting device 6 is controlled to work to ensure that the electrode component 52 can fully absorb water and the water ions can be released stably.

[0242] In some embodiments, when the indoor humidity is within the second humidity range, it is determined that the auxiliary water collection device 6 is no longer needed to provide moisture, and the high-voltage output component 51 is electrically connected to the electrode component 52. At this time, the moisture in the air is sufficient for the electrode component 52 to absorb and ionize.

[0243] In some embodiments, when the indoor humidity is in the second humidity range, it is determined that the current indoor environmental humidity is appropriate and the auxiliary water collection device 6 is not needed to provide moisture. The external power supply 7 is disconnected from the thermoelectric element 62 and the auxiliary water collection device 6 does not work.

[0244] When the auxiliary water collecting device 6 is not working and the electrode component 52 ionizes water, the electrode component 52 can ionize water by using the moisture in the air captured by the water absorbing material.

[0245] In some embodiments, when the indoor humidity is within the third humidity range, it is determined that the humidity is too high. At this point, condensation or an unpredictable discharge circuit is likely to form on the surface of electrode component 52, resulting in low water ion release and adverse effects on surrounding objects. Therefore, high-voltage output component 51 does not output high voltage electricity to electrode component 52. Electrode component 52 does not generate water ions.

[0246] In some embodiments, when the indoor humidity is within the third humidity range, it is determined that the humidity is too high, and the external power supply 7 does not supply power to the thermoelectric element 62 .

[0247] In some embodiments, when the indoor humidity is in the fourth humidity range, it is determined that the air humidity is too low at this time. Even if the auxiliary water collection device 6 is turned on, the effect is not obvious. The control circuit controls the auxiliary water collection device 6 not to work. At this time, the ion generating device ionizes the air to produce negative ions.

[0248] In some embodiments, when the indoor humidity is within the fourth humidity range, the external power source 7 does not supply power to the thermoelectric element 62 .

[0249] In some embodiments, when the indoor humidity is within the fourth humidity range, it is determined that the air humidity is too low, and the high-voltage output component 51 outputs high voltage electricity to the electrode component 52. At this time, the ion generator functions as a negative ion generator, ionizing the air to generate negative ions to ensure sufficient ion release.

[0250] In some embodiments, after the ion generator ionizes the air and releases electrons for a period of time, it is necessary to turn off the ion generator for a period of time and then turn it on again to reduce the impact of static electricity accumulation on other objects.

[0251] In some embodiments, the third humidity range is defined as (RH-H, 1), the second humidity range is defined as [RH-M, RH-H), the first humidity range is defined as [RH-S, RH-M), and the fourth humidity range is defined as (0, RH-S).

[0252] It should be noted that the above endpoints are only examples, and the endpoints may also be divided into other ranges. For example, in some embodiments, RH-S may be within the fourth humidity range.

[0253] Reference Figure 9 Taking the above humidity range as an example, the control logic of the ion generating device in the embodiment of the present application is explained.

[0254] Real-time detection of indoor air humidity (S101);

[0255] The controller 8 reads indoor air temperature data ( S102 );

[0256] Determine whether the air humidity is greater than a first parameter RH-H ( S103 );

[0257] In step S103, if the air humidity is greater than the first parameter RH-H, step S104 is executed, the high-voltage output component 51 does not work, and does not output high voltage electricity to the electrode component 52;

[0258] In step S103, if the air humidity is not greater than the first parameter RH-H, step S105 is executed to determine whether the air humidity is not less than the second parameter RH-M;

[0259] In step S105, if the air humidity is not less than the second parameter RH-M, step S106 is executed, and the high voltage output component 51 operates to output high voltage electricity to the electrode component 52. The electrode component 52 ionizes the moisture in the air absorbed by the water-absorbing material thereon to generate water ions.

[0260] In step S105 , if the air humidity is less than the second parameter RH-M, step S107 is executed to determine whether the air humidity is not less than the third parameter RH-S.

[0261] In step S107, if the air humidity is not less than the third parameter RH-S, step S108 is executed, the auxiliary water collecting device 6 operates to generate stable condensed water, and the high voltage output component 51 operates and supplies power to the electrode component 52 (S109).

[0262] Water ions are released stably (S110).

[0263] In step S107, if the air humidity is less than the third parameter RH-S, step S111 is executed, the auxiliary water collection device 6 is deactivated, the high-voltage output component 51 is activated, and power is supplied to the electrode component 52 (S112). The emission end of the electrode component 52 ionizes the air to produce negative ions (S113).

[0264] After executing S113, step S114 may be executed, where the ion generating module is turned off for y minutes after operating for x minutes, so as to reduce the impact of static electricity accumulation on other objects.

[0265] When the indoor unit is in normal use, the airflow after heat exchange passes through the ion generator and is blown out through the air outlet 3. The heat exchanged air can carry ions with it, which can facilitate the blowing out of negative ions on the one hand and blow the ions farther on the other.

[0266] Under the action of electric field force and heat exchange air flow force, ions diffuse into the indoor space, collide and combine with bacteria, viruses, etc. in the indoor space, and play the role of bacteria and inactivating viruses by destroying the protein structure of cells; at the same time, negative ions with negative charge can combine and settle with positively charged particles suspended in the indoor space, play the role of purifying the particles in the space and keeping the indoor air fresh and refreshing.

[0267] In some embodiments, the high-voltage output component 51 may be electrically connected to an electric control board of the indoor unit of the air conditioner 100 .

[0268] The high-voltage output component 51 has a negative high-voltage output end and a ground electrode. The negative high-voltage output end is connected to the electrode component 52 through a wire to provide a negative voltage of 0.3Kv~3.5KV, so that a negative high-voltage electric field is formed between the electrode component 52 and the ground electrode, thereby causing the electrode component 52 to produce hydroxyl charged microparticle water and negative ion charged microparticle water.

[0269] In some embodiments, the high-voltage output component 51 includes a high-voltage electricity discharge circuit for outputting high-voltage electricity.

[0270] In some embodiments, the high-voltage discharge circuit includes an oscillating circuit, the input end of which is connected to an external power supply 7 for outputting a PWM signal.

[0271] In some embodiments, the high-voltage discharge circuit includes a switching device electrically connected to the oscillation circuit for receiving a PWM signal.

[0272] In some embodiments, the high-voltage discharge circuit includes a boost circuit that is electrically connected to the switching device and boosts the voltage of the electrical signal output by the switching device before connecting it to the electrode component 52 .

[0273] In some embodiments, the output high voltage can be adjusted by adjusting the boost circuit to adjust the amount of ion release. Within a certain range, the higher the high voltage, the greater the amount of ion release.

[0274] 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.

[0275] 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 shell having an air inlet and an air outlet; A water ion generator, which is provided at the air outlet and is used to generate ions, the water ion generator further comprising: A high-voltage output component, which is used to connect to an external power source and output high-voltage electricity; an electrode component electrically connected to the high-voltage output component; An auxiliary water collection device is provided at the bottom of the electrode component and is used to condense moisture in the air. The auxiliary water collection device further comprises: a cooling component, the cooling component being mounted on the bottom of the electrode component, the cooling component comprising a condensation surface inclined toward the bottom of the electrode component; a thermoelectric element electrically connected to the external power source to form a heat absorbing surface and a heat dissipating surface on both sides of the thermoelectric element; The cooling component is connected to the heat absorbing surface to reduce the temperature of the surface of the cooling component, thereby condensing moisture in the air; The electrode component absorbs condensed water flowing down the condensation surface, and ionizes the condensed water to generate water ions by receiving the high voltage electricity from the high voltage output component.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that The cooling component further comprises: a fixing seat connected to the bottom of the condensing surface; A fixing structure is provided on the fixing seat, one end of the fixing structure is connected to the output end of the high-voltage output component, and the other end of the fixing structure is immersed in the electrode component so that the electrode component is connected to high voltage electricity and the electrode component can contact the condensed water flowing down from the condensation surface.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that The auxiliary water collection device further comprises: The surface of the boss is connected to the condensing surface, and the arc radius of the boss is r>d / 8, wherein d is the distance between the fixing structure and the outer edge of the fixing seat.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that The central angle of the boss is defined as α, where 25°<α<180°.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that The auxiliary water collecting device further includes a heat-insulating layer, which is arranged outside the cooling component.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that The electrode component comprises: solidifying the matrix; A plurality of conductive fibers are dispersedly arranged on the solidifying matrix, and the emission tips of the conductive fibers extend to the outside of the solidifying matrix to form an emission end at one end of the electrode component; condensed water can reach the emission end of the electrode component along the conductive fibers for ionization.

7. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that The electrode component further includes a water-absorbing material, which is disposed on the solidified matrix or the carbon fiber. The water-absorbing material contacts the air to capture moisture in the air.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein: The high-voltage output component includes: an oscillator circuit connected to an external power supply and configured to output a PWM signal; a switching device, electrically connected to the oscillation circuit, and configured to receive the PWM signal; A boost circuit is electrically connected to the switching device and boosts the electrical signal output by the switching device and then connects the boost circuit to the electrode component.

9. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein: Also includes: A humidity detection device is used to detect indoor humidity.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that: include: An indoor shell having an air inlet and an air outlet; A water ion generator, which is provided at the air outlet and is used to generate ions, the water ion generator further comprising: A high-voltage output component, which is used to connect to an external power source and output high-voltage electricity; Auxiliary water collection device, used to condense moisture in the air, including: a thermoelectric element electrically connected to the external power source to form a heat absorbing surface and a heat dissipating surface on both side end surfaces of the thermoelectric element; A cooling component is provided on the heat absorbing surface of the thermoelectric element to reduce the temperature of its own surface and thereby condense water in the air; a fixing structure, which is provided at the lowest point of the cooling component and is also electrically connected to the high-voltage output component; An electrode component is mounted on the fixed structure; the electrode component receives high voltage electricity transmitted through the fixed structure and forms an electric field at its transmitting end to ionize the absorbed condensed water and generate water ions.

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