Disinfection equipment and refrigerator

Abstract

The utility model discloses disinfection equipment and a refrigerator, the disinfection equipment is used for disinfecting air in the refrigerator, and the disinfection equipment comprises a power supply module, a communication module, an air detection module, a plasma disinfection module, a fan and a microprocessor module; the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module and the fan are connected to the microprocessor module, and the power supply module is used for supplying power; the communication module is used for being in remote communication connection with external terminal equipment, the air detection module is used for detecting air quality data in the refrigerator, the plasma disinfection module is used for conducting disinfection operation and comprises an air outlet, and the draught fan is arranged at the air outlet. The disinfection equipment in the embodiment of the utility model can automatically realize circulating disinfection operation on air in the refrigerator, does not generate negative effects on human bodies, can effectively reduce the probability of peculiar smell in the refrigerator, and improves the disinfection effect, so that the refrigerator use experience of a user is improved. The disinfection device can be widely applied to the technical field of disinfection.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of disinfection technology, in particular to a disinfection device and a refrigerator. Background Art

[0002] Refrigerators are common household appliances used primarily for refrigerating and freezing food to prolong its shelf life. Their refrigeration system lowers the internal temperature to a suitable low temperature for preserving food, thereby slowing the growth of microorganisms and reducing the risk of food spoilage. However, even at low temperatures, some bacteria and mold can still survive, making regular cleaning and disinfection of refrigerators essential.

[0003] In the prior art, ozone or ultraviolet disinfection is often used to disinfect refrigerators. However, in practice, ozone disinfection can easily produce an unbearable odor, while ultraviolet disinfection can cause radiation damage to users. Furthermore, current disinfection strategies only inhibit the growth of bacteria or microorganisms, but are ineffective in removing odors. The resulting disinfection effectiveness is limited, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0004] In summary, the problems existing in related technologies need to be solved urgently. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this application is to solve one of the technical problems existing in the related art to at least a certain extent.

[0006] To this end, one purpose of an embodiment of the present application is to provide a disinfection device and a refrigerator.

[0007] In order to achieve the above technical objectives, the technical solutions adopted in the embodiments of the present application include:

[0008] In one aspect, an embodiment of the present application provides a disinfection device for disinfecting air in a refrigerator, the disinfection device comprising:

[0009] Power module, communication module, air detection module, plasma disinfection module, fan and microprocessor module;

[0010] Wherein, the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module, and the fan are connected to the microprocessor module, and the power supply module is used to power the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module, the fan, and the microprocessor module;

[0011] The communication module is used for remote communication connection with an external terminal device, the air detection module is used to detect the air quality data in the refrigerator, the plasma disinfection module is used to perform disinfection operations, the plasma disinfection module includes an air outlet, and the fan is arranged at the air outlet.

[0012] In addition, the disinfection equipment according to the above embodiment of the present application may also have the following additional technical features:

[0013] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present application, the disinfection device further includes a wireless charging module;

[0014] The wireless charging module is connected to the power module.

[0015] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present application, the communication module includes at least one of a cellular network module, a Wi-Fi module, a Zigbee module or a Bluetooth module.

[0016] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present application, the air detection module includes multiple gas sensors.

[0017] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present application, the air detection module includes a carbon dioxide sensor, an ozone concentration sensor, a volatile organic compound sensor, an oxygen sensor, and an ammonia sensor.

[0018] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present application, the plasma disinfection module includes a plasma generating unit and a control unit;

[0019] The control unit includes a power tube gate drive circuit and a step-up transformer;

[0020] The plasma generating unit includes a plurality of positive electrode sheets and negative electrode sheets, and the positive electrode sheets and the negative electrode sheets are alternately arranged;

[0021] The input end of the power tube gate drive circuit is connected to the microprocessor module, the output end of the power tube gate drive circuit is connected to the primary port of the boost transformer, the first secondary port of the boost transformer is connected to the positive electrode sheet, and the second secondary port of the boost transformer is connected to the negative electrode sheet.

[0022] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present application, the microprocessor module includes a single-chip microcomputer chip, a reset circuit, a crystal oscillator source circuit, and a power-off detection circuit.

[0023] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present application, the single-chip microcomputer chip adopts an STC12 series single-chip microcomputer chip or an STM32 series single-chip microcomputer chip.

[0024] Furthermore, in one embodiment of the present application, the disinfection equipment also includes a temperature detection module, a status display module and a protection detection circuit.

[0025] In an embodiment of the present application, a power supply device is also provided, including the aforementioned disinfection device.

[0026] The advantages and benefits of this application will be partially given in the following description, and partially become apparent from the following description, or learned through practice of this application:

[0027] The embodiment of the present application discloses a disinfection device and a refrigerator, which is used to disinfect the air in the refrigerator and includes a power module, a communication module, an air detection module, a plasma disinfection module, a fan and a microprocessor module; wherein the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module and the fan are connected to the microprocessor module, and the power module is used to power the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module, the fan and the microprocessor module; the communication module is used to remotely communicate with an external terminal device, the air detection module is used to detect the air quality data in the refrigerator, the plasma disinfection module is used to perform disinfection operations, the plasma disinfection module includes an air outlet, and the fan is arranged at the air outlet. The disinfection device in the embodiment of the present application can automatically realize the circulation disinfection operation of the air in the refrigerator, has no negative impact on the human body, can effectively reduce the probability of odor in the refrigerator, improve the disinfection effect, and thus improve the user's refrigerator usage experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following introduction is made to the drawings of the embodiments of the present application or the related technical solutions in the prior art. It should be understood that the drawings introduced below are only for the convenience of clearly describing some embodiments of the technical solutions of the present utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0029] Figure 1 A structural schematic diagram of a disinfection device provided in an embodiment of the present application is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0030] The present application is further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The described embodiments should not be considered as limiting the present application. All other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0031] In the following description, reference is made to “some embodiments”, which describes a subset of all possible embodiments, but it will be understood that “some embodiments” may be the same subset or different subsets of all possible embodiments and may be combined with each other without conflict.

[0032] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "length", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "top", "inside", "outside", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the present application. In addition, features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of the present application, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.

[0033] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "disposed," "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0034] Refrigerators are common household appliances used primarily for refrigerating and freezing food to prolong its shelf life. Their refrigeration system lowers the internal temperature to a suitable low temperature for preserving food, thereby slowing the growth of microorganisms and reducing the risk of food spoilage. However, even at low temperatures, some bacteria and mold can still survive, making regular cleaning and disinfection of refrigerators essential.

[0035] In the prior art, ozone or ultraviolet disinfection is often used to disinfect refrigerators. However, in practice, ozone disinfection can easily produce an unbearable odor, while ultraviolet disinfection can cause radiation damage to users. Furthermore, current disinfection strategies only inhibit the growth of bacteria or microorganisms, but are ineffective in removing odors. The resulting disinfection effectiveness is limited, resulting in a poor user experience.

[0036] In view of this, a disinfection device and a refrigerator are provided in an embodiment of the present application. The disinfection device is used to disinfect the air in the refrigerator, and includes a power module, a communication module, an air detection module, a plasma disinfection module, a fan and a microprocessor module; wherein the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module and the fan are connected to the microprocessor module, and the power module is used to power the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module, the fan and the microprocessor module; the communication module is used for remote communication connection with an external terminal device, the air detection module is used to detect the air quality data in the refrigerator, the plasma disinfection module is used to perform disinfection operations, the plasma disinfection module includes an air outlet, and the fan is arranged at the air outlet. The disinfection device in the embodiment of the present application can automatically realize the circulation disinfection operation of the air in the refrigerator, has no negative impact on the human body, can effectively reduce the probability of odor in the refrigerator, improve the disinfection effect, and thus improve the user's refrigerator usage experience.

[0037] Below, in conjunction with specific drawings, a disinfection device provided in an embodiment of the present application is described in detail.

[0038] The present application provides a disinfection device that can be used in the field of disinfection technology. Specifically, the disinfection device can be used to disinfect the air in the refrigerator. Figure 1 , a disinfection device provided in the embodiment of the present application mainly includes:

[0039] Power module, communication module, air detection module, plasma disinfection module, fan and microprocessor module;

[0040] Wherein, the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module, and the fan are connected to the microprocessor module, and the power supply module is used to power the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module, the fan, and the microprocessor module;

[0041] The communication module is used for remote communication connection with an external terminal device, the air detection module is used to detect the air quality data in the refrigerator, the plasma disinfection module is used to perform disinfection operations, the plasma disinfection module includes an air outlet, and the fan is arranged at the air outlet.

[0042] In an embodiment of the present application, a disinfection device is provided, which may include a power module, a communication module, an air detection module, a plasma disinfection module, a blower, and a microprocessor module. The power module can be used to power the other modules and devices. A power switch can be provided on the power module to start and shut down the disinfection device. In an embodiment of the present application, the output voltage level of the power module can be set according to actual needs, for example, it can output a voltage of 5V, 12V, or 24V, etc., and this application does not limit this.

[0043] In an embodiment of the present application, the communication module in the disinfection device can be used for remote communication connection with an external terminal device, that is, when the disinfection device is placed in a refrigerator for use, it can be connected to the disinfection device through other terminal devices (such as the user's mobile phone), thereby transmitting relevant instructions to the disinfection device and reading and monitoring the working condition of the disinfection device. Specifically, in an embodiment of the present application, the type of communication module can be set according to actual needs. For example, it can be set to a cellular network module, such as using 3G / 4G / 5G technology; in some embodiments, it can also be set to a wifi module, a Zigbee module or a Bluetooth module. These modules have many applications in the prior art. This application can directly use mature components to build a communication module, and specifically can adopt one or more of the communication technologies.

[0044] In an embodiment of the present application, the air detection module is used to detect the air quality data in the refrigerator. It may include a variety of gas sensors, such as a carbon dioxide sensor, an ozone concentration sensor, a volatile organic compound sensor, an oxygen sensor, an ammonia sensor, etc. The concentration data of various gases obtained by detection can facilitate the microprocessor module to determine whether disinfection operations are currently required in the refrigerator. For example, in some scenarios, a comparator can be provided in the microprocessor module, and the concentration data of volatile organic compounds detected can be transmitted to the microprocessor module. By comparing it with a set threshold value, it can be determined whether a disinfection operation is currently being performed. In addition, in an embodiment of the present application, the detected air quality data can also be transmitted to the terminal device through the communication module for display, so that the user can understand the situation in the refrigerator in a timely manner.

[0045] The plasma disinfection module can be used to perform disinfection operations. In the embodiment of the present application, the plasma disinfection module utilizes dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) technology, which is a plasma technology that is generally used to generate non-thermal plasma. This technology generates a local discharge phenomenon in the dielectric layer between the electrodes by applying a high voltage between two electrodes. These discharges can produce a large amount of active substances, including positive and negative ions. These positive and negative ions have strong chemical activity and can inactivate microorganisms through various mechanisms, thereby achieving disinfection operations. In the embodiment of the present application, a relatively low temperature plasma can be used. Compared with chemical disinfectants, the plasma disinfection method is safer for the human body and does not produce harmful residues. Moreover, the energy consumption of the module is relatively low, and it is suitable for long-term continuous operation.

[0046] Specifically, in some embodiments, the plasma disinfection module may include a plasma generating unit and a control unit. The plasma generating unit includes a plurality of positive electrode sheets and negative electrode sheets, and the positive electrode sheets and the negative electrode sheets are alternately arranged. For example, in some embodiments, 5 positive electrode sheets and 4 negative electrode sheets may be provided, and the present application does not limit their specific number. The control unit may be used to realize the drive of the plasma generating unit. Specifically, it may include a power tube gate drive circuit and a step-up transformer. The input end of the power tube gate drive circuit may be connected to a microprocessor module. When a disinfection operation is required, the microprocessor module may output a signal of a certain frequency. The output end of the power tube gate drive circuit is connected to a step-up transformer. The step-up transformer has a step-up capability and can increase the output voltage. After being stepped up by the step-up transformer, a higher voltage square wave is produced. The first secondary port of the step-up transformer is the positive output, which can be connected to the positive electrode sheet. The second secondary port is the negative output, which can be connected to the negative electrode sheet, thereby generating a voltage difference between them, which can achieve uniform discharge of the air between the media under atmospheric pressure. The discharge process produces a large number of positive and negative ions, thereby achieving air disinfection.

[0047] In the embodiment of the present application, the plasma disinfection module includes an air outlet, and a fan can be installed at the air outlet. When the disinfection equipment is activated, if the plasma disinfection module performs a disinfection operation, the microprocessor module can synchronously control the fan to discharge the purified air. The fan speed of the fan can also be adjusted to a certain extent to adjust the disinfection intensity. In the embodiment of the present application, an air volume detection module can be provided to facilitate the microprocessor module to adjust the fan speed of the fan.

[0048] For the microprocessor module, it may include a single-chip microcomputer chip, a reset circuit, a crystal oscillator source circuit and a power-down detection circuit, wherein the single-chip microcomputer chip can be set to an STC12 series single-chip microcomputer chip or an STM32 series single-chip microcomputer chip. Of course, the specific chip selection can be flexibly adjusted as needed, and this is not limited in the embodiment of the present application. Specific related circuits can be realized with reference to prior art, and the application will not go into details about this.

[0049] In some embodiments, the disinfection device of the present application may also include a wireless charging module, which can be connected to the power module. The disinfection device can be charged through a wireless magnetic charging mode without the need for a related wiring harness, making it convenient for use in a refrigerator. In addition, in the embodiments of the present application, a battery management module can also be provided to manage the battery charging process, monitor the transition from constant current charging to constant voltage charging, and fully charge the battery. The module has a protection circuit to ensure battery overvoltage protection, overcurrent protection, reverse connection protection, over-discharge protection, overcharge protection, etc. This application does not limit this.

[0050] In some embodiments, the disinfection equipment of the present application may also include a temperature detection module, a status display module and a protection detection circuit. Among them, the temperature detection module can detect the operating temperature of the disinfection equipment in the refrigerator and during charging, and feed it back to the terminal device, thereby monitoring the operation of the disinfection equipment. The status display module can be used to display the real-time status of the on and off status, disinfection operation status, sleep status, battery power, disinfection intensity level, and fault status display to achieve human-computer interactive display. The protection detection circuit can suspend the operation of the disinfection equipment after detecting a fault state in which the plasma disinfection module does not work, is disconnected, the electrode current is too large, the voltage is too high, or there is a foreign object discharge, thereby reducing possible losses.

[0051] A disinfection device provided in the embodiments of the present application has at least the following advantages:

[0052] 1. This application mainly solves the problem of different disinfection capabilities: with traditional refrigerator-type ozone disinfection and ultraviolet disinfection, users may smell the ozone or be harmed by ultraviolet radiation. Moreover, ordinary refrigerator-type disinfection equipment only inhibits the growth of bacteria and may not be able to effectively treat different types of pollutants, such as bacteria, viruses, odors, etc. This may lead to inadequate local cleaning and inadequate air disinfection effect in the refrigerator. Using plasma disinfection, the disinfection range is between the electrode plates, and the fan is used to circulate the air, continuously flowing the air through the electrode plate area, which can achieve full coverage of the refrigerator.

[0053] 2. This application significantly reduces consumables: Disinfection products on the market often use large amounts of consumables and are rarely used in many applications. The disinfection effect is limited in larger refrigerators, and batteries, filters, and cleaning equipment consumables often require replacement, significantly reducing disinfection efficiency. This application, however, produces no consumables or hazardous substances.

[0054] 3. Repair and replacement costs: Refrigerator-type disinfection products on the market have relatively low stability and functionality, and are extremely prone to failure. If they break, the cost of repair is almost the same as replacing a new one. This not only increases costs but also creates a burden on the environment. This application has undergone aging testing, stability testing, and charge-discharge testing before leaving the factory.

[0055] 4. Low-temperature effect and battery life quality: Traditional ozone disinfection, ultraviolet and other air disinfection devices may have greatly reduced battery life and efficacy in low-temperature environments. They do not consider the hardware and usage environment of the equipment. Some devices in low-temperature environments have not undergone strict certification and there is a risk of substandard performance, making it difficult for consumers to distinguish the authenticity.

[0056] 5. Insufficient stability in low-temperature environments: Refrigerator-type disinfection equipment on the market is set to operate in a suitable temperature environment, and does not take into account the temperature environment changes and refrigerator equipment failure sensitivity of the refrigerator. As long as the temperature setting of the refrigerator equipment is adjusted incorrectly, the temperature will drop to a low level and the equipment will freeze and malfunction. The application of this application can withstand a wider temperature range and improve operational stability.

[0057] In an embodiment of the present application, a refrigerator is provided, comprising the aforementioned disinfection device. The refrigerator can be used in the following scenarios:

[0058] 1. Medical and health field: It can be used in hospitals, clinics, laboratories, pharmacies and other places as a medicine fresh-keeping cabinet. It has a very good disinfection and sterilization effect for some spaces that need to be sealed and absolutely fresh.

[0059] 2. Home environment: It can be used in homes, offices, schools and other places as a food preservation cabinet. It has a good preservation function for some foods that are quickly oxidized and easily corroded, and can eliminate the breeding of pathogens to a large extent. It has a good preservation and anti-corrosion effect on bananas, strawberries, cut apples, etc.

[0060] Of course, the actual application scenarios are not limited to the examples given above, and this application does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0061] Throughout this specification, references to terms such as "one embodiment," "another embodiment," or "certain embodiments" indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in conjunction with an embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, schematic representations of these terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0062] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will appreciate that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to the embodiments without departing from the principles and purpose of the present invention, and that the scope of the present invention is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A disinfection device, characterized in that: Used to disinfect the air in the refrigerator, the disinfection equipment includes: Power module, communication module, air detection module, plasma disinfection module, fan and microprocessor module; Wherein, the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module, and the fan are connected to the microprocessor module, and the power supply module is used to power the communication module, the air detection module, the plasma disinfection module, the fan, and the microprocessor module; The communication module is used for remote communication connection with an external terminal device, the air detection module is used to detect the air quality data in the refrigerator, the plasma disinfection module is used to perform disinfection operations, the plasma disinfection module includes an air outlet, and the fan is arranged at the air outlet.

2. A disinfection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The disinfection device also includes a wireless charging module; The wireless charging module is connected to the power module.

3. A disinfection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The communication module includes at least one of a cellular network module, a Wi-Fi module, a Zigbee module or a Bluetooth module.

4. A disinfection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air detection module includes multiple gas sensors.

5. A disinfection device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The air detection module includes a carbon dioxide sensor, an ozone concentration sensor, a volatile organic compound sensor, an oxygen sensor, and an ammonia sensor.

6. A disinfection device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The plasma disinfection module includes a plasma generating unit and a control unit; The control unit includes a power tube gate drive circuit and a step-up transformer; The plasma generating unit includes a plurality of positive electrode sheets and negative electrode sheets, and the positive electrode sheets and the negative electrode sheets are alternately arranged; The input end of the power tube gate drive circuit is connected to the microprocessor module, the output end of the power tube gate drive circuit is connected to the primary port of the boost transformer, the first secondary port of the boost transformer is connected to the positive electrode sheet, and the second secondary port of the boost transformer is connected to the negative electrode sheet.

7. A disinfection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The microprocessor module includes a single chip microcomputer chip, a reset circuit, a crystal oscillator source circuit and a power failure detection circuit.

8. A disinfection device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The single-chip microcomputer chip adopts an STC12 series single-chip microcomputer chip or an STM32 series single-chip microcomputer chip.

9. A disinfection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The disinfection equipment also includes a temperature detection module, a status display module and a protection detection circuit.

10. A refrigerator, characterized in that: The invention comprises a disinfection device as claimed in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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