Air conditioner suit, air conditioner and air conditioner filter screen dust detection device thereof

Abstract

The utility model discloses an air conditioner suit, an air conditioner and an air conditioner filter screen dust detection device, the air conditioner and the air conditioner filter screen dust detection device comprise two parts of a first image sensor and a controller, the first image sensor is connected with the controller, the first image sensor is arranged on one side of an air conditioner filter screen, and the controller is connected with the controller. The controller can transmit a shooting signal to the first image sensor, the first image sensor is used for shooting the air conditioner filter screen to obtain a first image of the air conditioner filter screen and transmitting the first image to the controller, and the controller can analyze the first image so as to output the dust state of the air conditioner filter screen. A user can conveniently know the dust state of the air conditioner filter screen. By means of the air conditioner filter screen dust detection device, the effects of protecting an air conditioner, improving the efficiency of the air conditioner, improving the indoor air quality, prolonging the service life of the air conditioner, saving energy and reducing noise are achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of air conditioner manufacturing, specifically to an air conditioner set, an air conditioner, and a dust detection device for its air conditioner filter. Background Technology

[0002] In the structure of an air conditioner's indoor unit, the air filter is a crucial component. Its main function is to filter dust, bacteria, and other impurities from the air, ensuring fresh indoor air. Keeping the air filter clean helps improve air conditioning efficiency, indoor air quality, extend the air conditioner's lifespan, save energy, and reduce noise. At the same time, timely replacement or cleaning of the air filter can reduce the maintenance costs of the air conditioning system. A clean and effective filter can reduce the burden on the air conditioning equipment and decrease the likelihood of malfunctions.

[0003] However, the inventors discovered that currently available wall-mounted air conditioners do not have an automatic detection function for the amount of dust accumulation on the filter. Usually, it is necessary to manually disassemble the air conditioner and check the dust condition of the filter to determine whether it needs to be cleaned or replaced. Ordinary users do not pay much attention to the dust condition of the filter, and therefore do not clean the filter for a long time. This leads to environmental pollution, dust clogging the air intake of the air conditioner, and poor cooling effect when the air conditioner is working. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problems mentioned in the background art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an air conditioner filter dust detection device, so as to solve the problems that manual filter inspection is cumbersome and that users cannot easily understand the dust status of the air conditioner filter.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: an air conditioner filter dust detection device for detecting the dust status of an air conditioner filter, comprising: a first image sensor and a controller, the first image sensor being connected to the controller, the first image sensor being disposed on one side of the air conditioner filter, the controller being able to transmit a shooting signal to the first image sensor, the first image sensor being used to take a picture of the air conditioner filter to obtain a first image of the air conditioner filter and transmit it to the controller, and the controller outputting the dust status based on the first image.

[0006] In some embodiments, the controller presets an initial state image of the air conditioning filter and a threshold for the dust state. The controller can compare the first image with the initial state image and output the dust state. When the dust state exceeds the threshold, the controller issues an alarm signal.

[0007] In some embodiments, the air conditioner filter dust detection device further includes a display screen, which is disposed on the outer surface of the air conditioner and connected to the controller. The display screen is used to receive and display the dust status and alarm signals.

[0008] In some embodiments, the air conditioning filter dust detection device further includes a wireless communication module, which is connected to the controller and wirelessly connected to the user's electronic device. The wireless communication module is used to receive and transmit dust status and alarm signals to the electronic device.

[0009] In some embodiments, the air conditioning filter dust detection device further includes a second image sensor, which is disposed on the other side of the air conditioning filter and connected to a controller. The controller can transmit an image capture signal to the second image sensor, which is used to capture an image of the air conditioning filter to obtain a second image of the air conditioning filter and transmit it to the controller. The controller outputs the dust status based on the first and second images.

[0010] In some embodiments, the number of first image sensors is one or more.

[0011] In some embodiments, the number of second image sensors is one or more.

[0012] Furthermore, this utility model also provides an air conditioner, which includes: an air conditioner body and the aforementioned air conditioner filter dust detection device.

[0013] Furthermore, this utility model also provides an air conditioning kit, which includes: a remote control and the aforementioned air conditioner. The remote control is connected to the controller and can control the air conditioner filter dust detection device to take pictures of the air conditioner filter.

[0014] In some embodiments, the remote controller includes a display unit for displaying dust status and alarm signals transmitted from the controller.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: The air conditioner filter dust detection device is configured as a first image sensor and a controller, wherein the first image sensor and the controller are connected. The first image sensor is located on one side of the air conditioner filter, and the controller can transmit an image capture signal to the first image sensor. The first image sensor is used to capture an image of the air conditioner filter to obtain a first image of the filter and transmit it to the controller. Since the controller can analyze the first image, it outputs the dust status of the air conditioner filter, allowing users to easily understand the dust status of the filter, thereby protecting the air conditioner, improving air conditioner efficiency, improving indoor air quality, extending the lifespan of the air conditioner, saving energy, and reducing noise. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an embodiment of the air conditioner filter dust detection device of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an embodiment of the air conditioner of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows a three-dimensional structure of an air conditioner without its front cover.

[0019] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of another embodiment of the air conditioner of this utility model with its front cover removed;

[0020] Figure 5 for Figure 4 The diagram shows the three-dimensional structure of an air conditioner with its front cover and air filter removed. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To facilitate understanding of this utility model, a more detailed description is provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. The accompanying drawings show preferred embodiments of this utility model. However, this utility model can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of this utility model.

[0022] In this document, the term "embodiment" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. The appearance of this phrase in various places throughout the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a separate or alternative embodiment mutually exclusive with other embodiments. It will be explicitly and implicitly understood by those skilled in the art that the embodiments described herein can be combined with other embodiments.

[0023] It should be noted that, unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used in this specification have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used in this specification is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0024] Example 1

[0025] Please see Figure 1 The dust detection device 110 for the air conditioning filter 140 includes: a first image sensor 111 and a controller (not shown in the figure). The first image sensor 111 is connected to the controller and is disposed on either side of the air conditioning filter 140. The controller can transmit an image capture signal to the first image sensor 111. The first image sensor 111 is used to capture an image of the air conditioning filter 140 to obtain a first image of the air conditioning filter 140 and transmit it to the controller. The controller analyzes the first image based on an internal algorithm and then outputs the dust status.

[0026] Example 2

[0027] Based on Embodiment 1, the controller has preset an initial state image of the air conditioning filter 140 and a threshold for the dust state. The controller can compare the first image with the initial state image and output the dust state. When the dust state exceeds the threshold, the controller issues an alarm signal.

[0028] Example 3

[0029] Based on Embodiment 1, the dust detection device 110 for the air conditioning filter 140 also includes a second image sensor (not shown in the figure). The second image sensor is disposed on the other side of the air conditioning filter 140 and is connected to the controller. The controller can transmit a shooting signal to the second image sensor. The second image sensor is used to take a picture of the air conditioning filter 140 to obtain a second image of the air conditioning filter 140 and transmit it to the controller. The controller analyzes the first image and the second image based on an internal algorithm and then outputs the dust status.

[0030] Example 4

[0031] Based on embodiments one to three, the controller has a preset threshold for the dust state. The controller can compare the dust state with the threshold. When the dust state exceeds the threshold, the controller issues an alarm signal.

[0032] Example 5

[0033] The air conditioner filter 140 dust detection device 110 also includes a display screen (not shown in the figure), which is set on the outer surface of the air conditioner 100 and connected to the controller. The display screen is used to receive and display the dust status and alarm signals.

[0034] Example 6

[0035] The air conditioner filter 140 dust detection device 110 also includes a wireless communication module (not shown in the figure). The wireless communication module is connected to the controller and wirelessly connected to the user's electronic device. The wireless communication module is used to receive and transmit dust status and alarm signals to the electronic device for the user's convenience.

[0036] It should be noted that this invention does not limit the number of the first image sensor 111 and the second image sensor; they can be flexibly configured according to system requirements and accuracy. Therefore, the number of transmitters and receivers is at least one. The connection mentioned in this invention can be a wired connection or a wireless connection.

[0037] Example 7

[0038] Please see Figure 2 and Figure 3Furthermore, this utility model also provides an air conditioner 100, which includes an air conditioner body 130, a front cover 120, an air conditioner filter 140, and the aforementioned dust detection device 110 for the air conditioner filter 140. In this embodiment, the first image sensor 111 of the dust detection device 110 for the air conditioner filter 140 can also be fixed to the inner surface of the front cover 120.

[0039] Example 8

[0040] Please see Figure 4 and Figure 5 The present invention also provides an air conditioner 100, which includes an air conditioner body 130, a front cover 120, an air conditioner filter 140, and the aforementioned air conditioner filter 140 dust detection device 110. In this embodiment, the first image sensor 111 in the air conditioner filter 140 dust detection device 110 is fixed to the air conditioner body 130, and the position of the first image sensor 111 is different from that of the air conditioner filter 140 in the first embodiment.

[0041] Furthermore, this utility model also provides an air conditioning kit, which includes at least the aforementioned air conditioner and a remote control. The remote control is connected to a controller and can control the dust detection device 110 of the air conditioning filter 140 to take pictures of the air conditioning filter 140. The remote control also includes a display unit for displaying the dust status and alarm signals transmitted from the controller, for the user's convenience.

[0042] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: The air conditioner filter dust detection device is configured as a first image sensor and a controller, wherein the first image sensor and the controller are connected. The first image sensor is located on one side of the air conditioner filter, and the controller can transmit an image capture signal to the first image sensor. The first image sensor is used to capture an image of the air conditioner filter to obtain a first image of the filter and transmit it to the controller. Since the controller can analyze the first image, it outputs the dust status of the air conditioner filter, allowing users to easily understand the dust status of the filter, thereby protecting the air conditioner, improving air conditioner efficiency, improving indoor air quality, extending the lifespan of the air conditioner, saving energy, and reducing noise.

[0043] The above are merely embodiments of this utility model and do not limit the patent scope of this utility model. Any equivalent structural transformations made based on the description and drawings of this utility model, or direct or indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An air conditioner filter dust detection device, used to detect the dust status of an air conditioner filter, characterized in that, include: A first image sensor and a controller are connected. The first image sensor is disposed on one side of the air conditioning filter. The controller can transmit an image capture signal to the first image sensor. The first image sensor is used to capture an image of the air conditioning filter to obtain a first image of the air conditioning filter and transmit it to the controller. The controller outputs the dust status based on the first image.

2. The air conditioner filter dust detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The controller is preset with an initial state image of the air conditioner filter and a threshold for the dust state. The controller can compare the first image with the initial state image and output the dust state. When the dust state exceeds the threshold, the controller issues an alarm signal.

3. The air conditioner filter dust detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air conditioner filter dust detection device also includes a display screen, which is disposed on the outer surface of the air conditioner and connected to the controller. The display screen is used to receive and display the dust status and the alarm signal.

4. The air conditioner filter dust detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air conditioner filter dust detection device also includes a wireless communication module, which is connected to the controller and wirelessly connected to the user's electronic device. The wireless communication module is used to receive and transmit the dust status and the alarm signal to the electronic device.

5. The air conditioner filter dust detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air conditioning filter dust detection device further includes a second image sensor, which is disposed on the other side of the air conditioning filter. The second image sensor is connected to the controller, which can transmit a shooting signal to the second image sensor. The second image sensor is used to take a picture of the air conditioning filter to obtain a second image of the air conditioning filter and transmit it to the controller. The controller outputs the dust status based on the first image and the second image.

6. The air conditioner filter dust detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The number of the first image sensors is one or more.

7. The air conditioner filter dust detection device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The number of the second image sensors is one or more.

8. An air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes: an air conditioner body and an air conditioner filter dust detection device as described in any one of claims 1-7.

9. An air conditioning set, characterized in that, The air conditioning kit includes: a remote control and an air conditioner as described in claim 8, wherein the remote control is connected to a controller and can control the air conditioner filter dust detection device to take pictures of the air conditioner filter.

10. The air conditioning unit according to claim 9, characterized in that, The remote control includes a display unit, which is used to display the dust status and alarm signals transmitted from the controller.

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