Wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model provides a wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit and an air conditioner, and belongs to the technical field of air conditioners. According to the air conditioner indoor unit, the radar module is detachably installed on an existing rat guard structure of the air conditioner indoor unit, a structure matched with the radar module does not need to be independently arranged, the radar module is more convenient to install, meanwhile, the rat guard structure of the existing air conditioner indoor unit is located on one side of the air outlet of the air conditioner indoor unit, and the radar module is more convenient to install. In this way, when the radar module is installed on the rat guard structure, the radar module can have a large detection range.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioner technology, and more specifically, to a wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] In modern air conditioning technology, wall-mounted air conditioner indoor units are widely used in homes and commercial spaces due to their advantages such as convenient installation and space saving. To enhance the user experience and the intelligence of air conditioners, many indoor units are now equipped with radar modules to detect the activity of people indoors, thereby enabling functions such as automatic adjustment of fan speed and direction, and energy saving when no one is using them.

[0003] However, the current installation method of radar modules in wall-mounted air conditioner indoor units has some problems. Typically, the radar module is installed on the air conditioner panel. While this installation location is convenient for installation and maintenance, it has a large detection blind spot, especially in the bottom area of ​​the air conditioner. Because the detection range of the radar module is limited, it cannot accurately detect human activity directly below or near the bottom of the air conditioner. This causes the air conditioner to fail to respond promptly to the presence of people in certain situations, affecting the intelligent control effect and energy-saving function of the air conditioner. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit and air conditioner. By detachably installing the radar module onto the existing rodent-proof panel structure of the indoor unit, a separate structure for the radar module is not required, making installation more convenient. Furthermore, since the existing rodent-proof panels of indoor units are located on one side of the air outlet, the radar module has a wider detection range when installed on the rodent-proof panel structure. Specifically:

[0005] The first aspect of this application provides a wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit, which includes a casing and a rodent-proof panel structure on the casing.

[0006] The indoor unit also includes a radar module, which is detachably mounted on the rodent-proof panel structure.

[0007] In the above technical solution, the rodent-proof plate structure is inclined forward from bottom to top, and the radar module is detachably installed on the rodent-proof plate structure that is inclined forward.

[0008] The radar module is installed at an angle that matches the tilt angle of the rodent-proof plate structure and is supported and limited on the rodent-proof plate structure so that the transmission centerline of the radar module can extend downward at an angle.

[0009] In the above technical solution, the housing includes an air conditioner bottom housing, an air outlet extending along the length direction of the air conditioner bottom housing is formed on the front side of the air conditioner bottom housing, and a rodent-proof plate structure that avoids the air outlet is formed on at least one side of the air outlet length direction of the air conditioner bottom housing, the rodent-proof plate structure includes a first mating surface that extends from top to bottom and tilts forward.

[0010] The radar module includes a radar box having a second mating surface and a radar transmitting plate disposed inside the radar box with its transmission centerline perpendicular to the second mating surface. The second mating surface of the radar box is at least partially mated with the first mating surface of the rodent-proof plate structure so that the radar module can be installed on the rodent-proof plate structure in a forward-tilted manner.

[0011] In the above technical solution, the second mating surface of the radar module, which is tilted and installed on the rodent-proof plate structure, forms an angle α between 0° and 60° with the vertical direction.

[0012] In the above technical solution, the first mating surface of the rodent-proof panel structure includes a first plane and a plurality of first protrusions protruding from the first plane, and the second mating surface of the radar box is mated with the plurality of first protrusions.

[0013] The protrusion height of multiple first protrusions is designed such that when the radar module mates with the first protrusion of the rodent-proof plate structure through the second mating surface, the second mating surface of the radar module can form an angle α between the second mating surface and the vertical direction, ranging from 0° to 60°.

[0014] In the above technical solution, the first protruding surface includes a first protruding surface A and a first protruding surface B with different protrusion heights;

[0015] The first protruding surface A and the first protruding surface B, which have different protrusion heights, can support the radar box in different orientations.

[0016] In the above technical solution, the first protruding surface A and the first protruding surface B are distributed vertically on the first plane of the rodent-proof plate structure, and the protrusion height of the first protruding surface A is less than the protrusion height of the first protruding surface B.

[0017] The radar box also includes a lower mating surface that connects with the second mating surface;

[0018] The second mating surface of the radar module is mated with the first protruding surface A of the rodent-proof plate structure, and the lower mating surface of the radar module is mated with the first protruding surface B of the rodent-proof plate structure.

[0019] In the above technical solution, both the first protruding surface A and the first protruding surface B extend along the length direction of the bottom shell of the air conditioner.

[0020] In the above technical solution, the bottom shell of the air conditioner is provided with a screw post extending along the length direction of the bottom shell of the air conditioner, and a first screw hole extending along the length direction of the bottom shell of the air conditioner is formed on the screw post, and a second screw hole is provided on the radar box.

[0021] When the radar module is combined with the rodent-proof plate structure, the second screw hole can be fitted onto the outer periphery of the screw post.

[0022] The indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes:

[0023] A locking element is provided, which is used to pass through the first screw hole and the second screw hole to fix the radar module, which is fitted on the rodent-proof structure, to the bottom shell of the air conditioner.

[0024] In the above technical solution, the screw post is also provided with a limiting rib (101), and a notch-shaped limiting groove (304) is formed around the outer periphery of the second screw hole on the radar box.

[0025] When the second screw hole of the radar box is fitted onto the outer periphery of the screw post, the limiting rib can be inserted into the limiting groove to restrict the rotation of the radar module in the circumferential direction.

[0026] In the above technical solution, the radar box also includes an upper mating surface and a lower mating surface that are connected to the second mating surface, and a locking part with a limiting groove and a second screw hole is formed on the upper mating surface;

[0027] The first mating surface of the rodent-proof panel structure includes a first flat surface and a plurality of first protruding surfaces protruding from the first flat surface. The first protruding surfaces include a first protruding surface A for mating with the second mating surface of the radar box, and a first protruding surface B for mating with the lower mating surface of the radar box.

[0028] When the second mating surface of the radar box mates with the first protruding surface A of the rodent-proof plate structure, and the lower mating surface of the radar box mates with the first protruding surface B of the rodent-proof plate structure, the second screw hole on the upper mating surface of the radar box corresponds to and is connected to the first screw hole on the bottom shell of the air conditioner.

[0029] In the above technical solution, the rodent-proof panel structure is integrally formed with the bottom shell of the air conditioner;

[0030] The housing also includes an outer cover, which is used to house the air conditioner's bottom casing, rodent-proof panel structure, and radar module inside the indoor unit.

[0031] A second aspect of this application provides an air conditioner, which includes an outdoor unit and the aforementioned indoor unit.

[0032] By adopting the above technical solution, this utility model has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0033] In this embodiment, the radar module is detachably installed on the existing rodent-proof panel structure of the air conditioner indoor unit, eliminating the need for a separate structure to work with the radar module. This makes the installation of the radar module more convenient. In addition, the existing rodent-proof panels of the air conditioner indoor unit are located on one side of the air outlet. Therefore, when the radar module is installed on the rodent-proof panel structure, the radar module can have a larger detection range. Attached Figure Description

[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the indoor unit of the air conditioner in an embodiment of this application. The position of the rodent-proof panel structure and the radar module are shown in perspective.

[0035] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the indoor unit of the air conditioner in this embodiment after removing the outer cover;

[0036] Figure 3 This is a side view of the indoor unit of the air conditioner in this embodiment after removing the outer cover and heat exchanger.

[0037] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the indoor unit of the air conditioner in this embodiment after removing the outer cover and heat exchanger.

[0038] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged structural diagram at point A;

[0039] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the indoor unit of the air conditioner in this embodiment after removing the outer cover and heat exchanger;

[0040] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged structural diagram at point B;

[0041] Figure 8 This is a side cross-sectional view of the indoor unit of the air conditioner in this embodiment after removing the outer cover and heat exchanger.

[0042] Figure 9 for Figure 8 A magnified structural diagram at point C.

[0043] in:

[0044] 10-Air conditioner bottom casing; 101-Limiting rib; 102-Screw post;

[0045] 20 - Rodent-proof panel structure; 201 - First mating surface; 2011 - First flat surface; 2012 - First raised surface; 20121 - First raised surface A; 20122 - First raised surface B;

[0046] 30-Radar module; 30a-Radar box; 30b-Radar transmitter plate; 301-Second mating surface; 302-Lower mating surface; 303-Upper mating surface; 304-Limiting groove;

[0047] 40 - Locking element;

[0048] 50-Outer cover. Detailed Implementation

[0049] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0050] Throughout the specification and claims, the following terms will have at least the meaning explicitly associated herein, unless the context otherwise requires. The meanings defined below are not intended to limit the terms, but are merely illustrative examples.

[0051] In the description of this utility model, the phrase "in one embodiment" does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, although it may refer to the same embodiment. Similarly, the phrase "in some embodiments" as used herein, when used multiple times, does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, although it may refer to the same embodiment. As used herein, the term "or" is an inclusive "or" operator and is equivalent to the term "and / or" unless the context clearly specifies otherwise. The term "based on" is not exclusive and allows for reliance on additional factors not described, unless the context clearly specifies otherwise. The word "exemplary" herein means "serving as an example, instance, or illustration." Any embodiment described herein as "exemplary" is not necessarily to be construed as superior to or better than other embodiments. The scope of this utility model is limited only by the scope of the appended claims, and any examples set forth in this specification are not intended to be limiting, but merely to illustrate some of the many possible embodiments of the claimed utility model. The various embodiments provided by this utility model should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0052] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0053] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0054] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0055] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0056] Background Introduction

[0057] In modern air conditioning technology, wall-mounted air conditioner indoor units are widely used in homes and commercial spaces due to their advantages such as convenient installation and space saving. To enhance the user experience and the intelligence of air conditioners, many indoor units are now equipped with radar modules to detect the activity of people indoors, thereby enabling functions such as automatic adjustment of fan speed and direction, and energy saving when no one is using them.

[0058] However, the current installation method of radar modules in wall-mounted air conditioner indoor units has some problems. Typically, the radar module is installed on the air conditioner panel. While this installation location is convenient for installation and maintenance, it has a large detection blind spot, especially in the bottom area of ​​the air conditioner. Because the detection range of the radar module is limited, it cannot accurately detect human activity directly below or near the bottom of the air conditioner. This causes the air conditioner to fail to respond promptly to the presence of people in certain situations, affecting the intelligent control effect and energy-saving function of the air conditioner.

[0059] Furthermore, the installation structure of radar modules in existing technologies is relatively complex, requiring multiple fixing components and complicated assembly steps. This not only increases production costs but also reduces assembly efficiency. Additionally, because the radar module does not fit tightly enough with the overall structure of the air conditioner, it may loosen or shift position during use, further affecting the detection accuracy and stability of the radar module.

[0060] Based on this, such as Figures 1-9 As shown, the first aspect of this application provides a wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit, which includes a casing and a rodent-proof plate structure 20 on the casing;

[0061] The indoor unit also includes a radar module 30, which is detachably mounted on the rodent-proof panel structure 20.

[0062] In this embodiment, the radar module 30 is detachably installed on the existing rodent-proof plate structure 20 of the air conditioner indoor unit, eliminating the need for a separate structure to cooperate with the radar module 30. This makes the installation of the radar module more convenient. At the same time, the existing rodent-proof plates of the air conditioner indoor unit are all located on one side of the air outlet of the air conditioner indoor unit. Thus, when the radar module 30 is installed on the rodent-proof plate structure 20, the radar module 30 can have a larger detection range.

[0063] Furthermore, in some possible embodiments, the rodent-proof barrier structure 20 is arranged to extend forward at an angle from bottom to top, and the radar module 30 is detachably mounted on the rodent-proof barrier structure 20 that extends forward at an angle.

[0064] The installation angle of the radar module 30 is adapted to the tilt angle of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, and it is supported and limited on the rodent-proof plate structure 20 so that the transmission centerline of the radar module 30 can extend downward at an angle. Figure 3 As shown.

[0065] Furthermore, in some possible implementations,

[0066] The aforementioned housing includes an air conditioner bottom housing 10. An air outlet extending along the length of the air conditioner bottom housing 10 is formed on the front side of the air conditioner bottom housing 10. At least one side of the air outlet in the length direction of the air outlet is formed with a rodent-proof plate structure 20 that avoids the air outlet. The rodent-proof plate structure 20 includes a first mating surface 201 that extends from top to bottom and is inclined forward.

[0067] Radar module 30 includes a radar box 30a having a second mating surface 301, and a radar emitting plate 30b disposed within the radar box 30a with its transmission centerline perpendicular to the second mating surface 301. The second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a at least partially mates with the first mating surface 201 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, allowing the radar module 30 to be mounted on the rodent-proof plate structure 20 in a forward-tilted manner. Figure 3 As shown.

[0068] It should be noted that, as Figure 3 As shown, the aforementioned transmission centerline is perpendicular to the radar transmitter plate 30b of the second mating surface 301. It is not required to be perfectly perpendicular; it only needs to be approximately perpendicular. The specific angular deviation range within ±15° can be understood as the approximately perpendicularity mentioned in the embodiments of this application.

[0069] It is worth noting that in the prior art, radar modules are usually installed on the air conditioner panel, resulting in a large blind spot at the bottom of the air conditioner, making it impossible to accurately detect human activity near the bottom of the air conditioner. In this embodiment, the radar module 30 is installed on the air outlet side of the air conditioner bottom shell 10, and the first mating surface 201 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20 is used to mate with the second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a, so that the radar module 30 can be installed in a forward-tilted manner as shown in the attached figure. Figure 2 As shown, this expands the radar's detection range, effectively covering the bottom area of ​​the air conditioner and solving the detection blind spot problem existing in the prior art.

[0070] Specifically, the radar module 30 mates with the first mating surface 201 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20 via the second mating surface 301 of its radar box 30a, requiring only one screw for fixation, as shown in the attached diagram. Figure 5 As shown, this greatly simplifies the installation process, improves assembly efficiency, and reduces production costs.

[0071] More specifically, the design of the radar module 30 and the rodent-proof plate structure 20 allows the radar module 30 to be firmly installed on the air conditioner bottom shell 10, improving the installation stability of the radar module and thus ensuring the detection accuracy and reliability of the radar module.

[0072] More specifically, by integrating the radar module 30 into the air outlet side of the air conditioner's bottom shell 10 and using the rodent-proof plate structure 20 for installation, not only is the installation position of the radar module optimized, but the overall integration of the radar module and the air conditioner is also improved, making the air conditioner's appearance more concise and aesthetically pleasing.

[0073] In this embodiment, by addressing the detection blind zone problem of the radar module and optimizing the installation structure, the radar module 30 can more accurately detect the activity of people indoors, providing more reliable technical support for the intelligent control of the air conditioner. For example, the radar module can more accurately detect when no one is indoors and activate the unattended energy-saving function, as shown in the attached figure. Figure 1 and attached Figure 3 As shown, this improves the intelligent control level and energy-saving effect of the air conditioner.

[0074] It is worth noting that the aforementioned rodent-proof panel structure 20 and radar module 30 are preferably installed on the right side of the air outlet of the indoor unit of the air conditioner, while the fresh air module is installed on the left side of the indoor unit of the air conditioner.

[0075] It is worth noting that, in order to facilitate the production and manufacturing of the air conditioner bottom shell 10 and the rodent-proof plate structure 20, the air conditioner bottom shell 10 and the rodent-proof plate structure 20 are preferably integrally formed. On this basis, in order to facilitate the demolding of the integrally formed air conditioner bottom shell and rodent-proof plate structure during production, the rodent-proof plate structure is set to be inclined in this embodiment. This facilitates the demolding of the air conditioner bottom shell and rodent-proof plate structure. On the other hand, by detachably installing the radar module on the rodent-proof plate structure, the installed radar module can be directly installed on the air conditioner bottom shell 10 with the rodent-proof plate structure 20 in a forward-tilted manner, so that there is no need to set other structures separately to adjust the tilt angle of the radar module 30 to give the radar module 30 a larger detection range.

[0076] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, the second mating surface 301 of the radar module 30, which is tilted and mounted on the rodent-proof plate structure 20, forms an angle α of 0°-60° with the vertical direction.

[0077] Specifically, in this embodiment, by tilting the radar module 30 onto the rodent-proof panel structure 20, and making it form an angle α of 0°-60° with the vertical direction (i.e., an angle of 0°-60° with the wall where the wall-mounted unit is installed), the detection range of the radar module can be significantly optimized. This tilt angle design allows the radar module to better cover the bottom area of ​​the air conditioner, reducing blind spots and thus more accurately detecting human activity near the bottom of the air conditioner.

[0078] It is worth noting that, as shown in the attached document... Figure 1 and attached Figure 3As shown, when the second mating surface 301 of the radar module forms an angle of 0°-60° with the wall, the detection range of the radar module 30 is ±60 degrees to the left and right in the direction of the radar module's transmission center line, and ±45 degrees to the right and left in the direction of the radar module's transmission center line. This angle is the design angle that covers the largest area of ​​the room after multiple verifications with the radar module supplier, and it can also effectively solve the problem of a large blind spot under the air conditioner.

[0079] Preferably, the detection range is widest and the detection effect is best when the radar module 30 forms an angle α of 30° with the vertical direction.

[0080] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, such as Figure 5 , Figure 7 and Figure 9 As shown, the first mating surface 201 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20 includes a first plane 2011 and a plurality of first protruding surfaces 2012 protruding from the first plane 2011. The second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a is mated with the plurality of first protruding surfaces 2012.

[0081] The protrusion height of the multiple first protrusions 2012 is designed such that when the radar module 30 mates with the first protrusion 2012 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20 through the second mating surface 301, the second mating surface 301 of the radar module 30 can form an angle α of 0°-60° with the vertical direction.

[0082] Specifically, by adjusting the height of one or more first protrusions 2012 on the rodent-proof plate structure 20, the tilt angle of the radar module 30 after installation can be adjusted.

[0083] For example, such as Figure 3 As shown, the height of the upper first protrusion 2012 among the multiple first protrusions 2012 can be set to be larger, while the height of the lower first protrusion 2012 can be set to be smaller. The tilt angle of the radar module 30 can be adjusted by the difference in the protrusion height of the different first protrusions 2012.

[0084] In this embodiment, multiple first protruding surfaces 2012 are designed on the first mating surface 201 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, and the second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a mates with these first protruding surfaces 2012. By designing the protrusion height of the first protruding surfaces 2012, the installation tilt angle of the radar module 30 can be precisely controlled. This design ensures that the radar module 30 can automatically form the required tilt angle during installation without additional adjustment steps, thus improving the accuracy and consistency of installation.

[0085] More specifically, in this embodiment, multiple first protruding surfaces 2012 cooperate with the second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a to form multiple support points, enhancing the installation stability of the radar module 30. This multi-point support structure can effectively prevent the radar module from loosening or shifting position during use, thereby ensuring the detection accuracy and long-term reliability of the radar module.

[0086] More specifically, by designing multiple first protruding surfaces 2012, the radar module 30 can be pre-positioned during installation, allowing it to be quickly and accurately installed on the rodent-proof plate structure 20. In some possible implementations, only one screw is needed to secure the radar module 30. This design simplifies the installation process, reduces assembly steps, improves assembly efficiency, and lowers production costs.

[0087] More specifically, by designing the first protruding surface 2012 on the first mating surface 201 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, not only is the precise tilt installation of the radar module 30 achieved, but the overall structural design of the radar module and the air conditioner is also optimized. This design makes the integration of the radar module 30 with the air conditioner's bottom shell 10 more natural, improving the overall appearance design of the air conditioner.

[0088] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, by precisely controlling the tilt angle of the radar module 30, the transmission center line of the radar transmitter plate 30b in the radar module 30 can better cover the bottom area of ​​the air conditioner, reducing the detection blind spot of the radar module 30. This design improves the detection accuracy and coverage of the radar module, ensuring that the air conditioner can respond more accurately to the activities of people and achieve more intelligent control functions.

[0089] Specifically,

[0090] Appendix Figure 1 Appendix Figure 2 and attached Figure 5 The installation position of the radar module 30 on the bottom shell 10 of the air conditioner is shown, as well as the method of fixing it with screws.

[0091] Appendix Figure 3 The interaction between the radar module 30 and the rodent-proof plate structure 20 is shown. The second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a interacts with multiple first protruding surfaces 2012 to form the required tilt angle α.

[0092] Appendix Figure 3 The detection range of radar module 30 is shown. The transmission center line of radar transmitter plate 30b is perpendicular to the second mating surface 301. Through the design of the first protruding surface 2012, the radar module can better cover the bottom area of ​​the air conditioner.

[0093] Appendix Figure 1The detection range of radar module 30 is further demonstrated. The tilt angle of radar module 30 optimizes the detection range, ensuring that the radar detection range is ±60 degrees to the left and right sides of the radar module centerline and ±45 degrees to the right and left sides of the radar module centerline in the vertical direction, thereby achieving more comprehensive coverage.

[0094] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the first protruding surface 2012 includes a first protruding surface A20121 and a first protruding surface B20122 with different protrusion heights;

[0095] The first protruding surface A20121 and the first protruding surface B20122, which have different protrusion heights, can support the radar box 30a in different orientations.

[0096] Specifically, in this embodiment, by designing first protruding surfaces A20121 and B20122 with different protrusion heights, the radar box 30a can be supported in different directions. This multi-directional support structure can more evenly distribute the weight of the radar module 30, reduce local stress concentration, thereby further improving the installation stability of the radar module, preventing the radar module from becoming loose or shifting position during use, and also avoiding direct contact between the second mating surface 301 of the radar module 30 and the first plane 2011 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20 due to the thermal expansion and contraction of the air conditioner, thus effectively reducing noise problems caused by direct contact.

[0097] More specifically, the embodiments of this application summarize that by using first protruding surfaces A20121 and B20122 with different protrusion heights, the tilt angle of the radar module 30 can be adjusted more precisely, ensuring that the radar module can form an angle α between 0° and 60° with the vertical direction. This design not only improves the installation accuracy of the radar module, but also ensures the consistency of the radar module's detection range and accuracy.

[0098] More specifically, by designing first protrusion surfaces A20121 and B20122 with different protrusion heights, it is possible to better accommodate manufacturing and assembly errors, thereby improving the adaptability and flexibility of radar module 30 installation. This design allows the radar module to maintain a stable installation state under different conditions, improving the overall quality of the product.

[0099] More specifically, in this embodiment, the radar box 30a is supported at different orientations by first protruding surfaces A20121 and B20122 with different protrusion heights, ensuring that the radar module 30 maintains a stable and accurate tilt angle after installation. This design optimizes the detection performance of the radar module, enabling it to more accurately cover the bottom area of ​​the air conditioner, reduce blind spots, and improve detection accuracy.

[0100] For example, such as Figure 3 As shown, the first protrusion A20121 is used to support the side of the radar module 30, and the first protrusion B20122 is used to support the bottom of the radar module 30.

[0101] In this embodiment, by optimizing the design of the rodent-proof panel structure 20 and the radar box 30a, not only is the installation stability of the radar module 30 improved, but the overall design reliability is also enhanced. This design allows the air conditioner to maintain stable performance during long-term use, reducing performance degradation caused by loosening or misalignment of the radar module, thereby improving the user experience.

[0102] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, such as Figure 8 and Figure 9 As shown, the first protruding surface A20121 and the first protruding surface B20122 are distributed vertically on the first plane 2011 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, and the protrusion height of the first protruding surface A20121 is less than the protrusion height of the first protruding surface B20122.

[0103] Radar box 30a also includes a lower mating surface 302 that is connected to the second mating surface 301;

[0104] The second mating surface 301 of the radar module 30 is mated with the first protruding surface A20121 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, and the lower mating surface 302 of the radar module 30 is mated with the first protruding surface B20122 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20.

[0105] Specifically, in this embodiment, by distributing the first protruding surface A20121 and the first protruding surface B20122 vertically on the first plane 2011 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, and making the protrusion height of the first protruding surface A20121 less than the protrusion height of the first protruding surface B20122, stable support for the radar module 30 can be achieved in both the front-back and vertical directions. This multi-dimensional support structure can more evenly distribute the weight of the radar module, reduce local stress concentration, and thus further improve the installation stability of the radar module.

[0106] More specifically, by having the second mating surface 301 of the radar module 30 engage with the first protruding surface A20121 in a front-to-back manner, and by having the lower mating surface 302 of the radar module 30 engage with the first protruding surface B20122 in a vertical manner, the tilt angle and position of the radar module can be precisely controlled. This design ensures that the radar module can maintain a stable tilt angle of 0°-60° after installation, and maintain a precise position in both the front-to-back and vertical directions, thereby optimizing the detection range and accuracy of the radar module.

[0107] More specifically, the design of the first raised surface A20121 and the first raised surface B20122 distributed vertically, as well as the lower mating surface 302 of the radar box 30a, better accommodates manufacturing and assembly errors. This design ensures that the radar module maintains a stable installation state under different conditions, improving the overall quality of the product.

[0108] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, both the first protrusion A20121 and the first protrusion B20122 extend along the length of the air conditioner bottom shell 10.

[0109] Specifically, in this embodiment, by designing the first protruding surface A20121 and the first protruding surface B20122 to extend along the length of the air conditioner's bottom shell 10, a longer support surface can be provided, thereby enhancing the stability of the radar module 30 in the length direction. This design can effectively prevent the radar module from swaying back and forth due to external forces or vibrations during use, further improving the installation stability of the radar module.

[0110] More specifically, by extending the first protruding surfaces A20121 and B20122 along the length of the air conditioner's bottom casing 10, the radar module 30 maintains a consistent tilt angle throughout its length. This design allows the radar module to more evenly cover the bottom area of ​​the air conditioner, optimizing the detection range, reducing blind spots, and improving detection accuracy.

[0111] More specifically, by extending the first protruding surfaces A20121 and B20122 along the length of the air conditioner's bottom casing 10, manufacturing and assembly errors can be better accommodated. This design allows the radar module to maintain a stable installation state under different conditions, improving the overall quality of the product.

[0112] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, such as Figure 5 and Figure 7As shown, the air conditioner bottom shell 10 is provided with a screw post 102 extending along the length direction of the air conditioner bottom shell 10. The screw post 102 is formed with a first screw hole extending along the length direction of the air conditioner bottom shell 10. The radar box 30a is provided with a second screw hole. The second screw hole also extends along the length direction of the air conditioner bottom shell 10 after the radar module and the rodent-proof plate structure are fitted together.

[0113] In this way, when the radar module 30 is combined with the rodent-proof plate structure 20, the second screw hole can correspond to the first screw hole on the screw post 102 while being sleeved on the outer periphery of the screw post 102.

[0114] Furthermore, the indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes:

[0115] Locking member 40 is used to pass through corresponding first screw holes and second screw holes to fix the radar module 30, which is fitted on the rodent-proof structure 20, to the air conditioner bottom shell 10.

[0116] In this embodiment, a screw post 102 extending along the length direction and having a first screw hole is provided on the air conditioner base shell 10, and a second screw hole extending along the length direction of the air conditioner base shell is provided on the radar box 30a. The radar module 30 is then fixed to the air conditioner base shell 10 using a locking member 40, ensuring a more secure installation of the radar module. This design effectively prevents the radar module from loosening or shifting due to external forces or vibrations during use, further improving the installation stability of the radar module.

[0117] Specifically, in this embodiment, the design of the screw post 102 on the bottom shell of the air conditioner allows the radar module 30 to be quickly positioned during installation. At the same time, the use of the locking member 40 further fixes the position of the radar module, ensuring that the radar module maintains a precise position in the front-back, up-down, and left-right directions, thereby optimizing the detection range and accuracy of the radar module.

[0118] For example, such as Figure 5 As shown, in this embodiment, a screw post 102 extending along the length of the air conditioner's bottom casing 10 is designed. When the second screw hole on the radar module 30 is fitted onto the screw post 102, the screw post 102 can limit the forward, backward, up, and down movement of the radar module 30. (Please refer to the relevant documentation for the orientation.) Figure 3 The first screw hole on the screw post 102 corresponds directly to the second screw hole on the radar module 30, which eliminates the tedious and complicated radar module positioning operation. This makes it easier to use the locking part 40 to lock and fix the radar module, effectively simplifying the installation process of the radar module 30. This allows the radar module to be quickly aligned and fixed during installation, reducing assembly steps, improving assembly efficiency, and reducing production costs.

[0119] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, such as Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, the screw post 102 is also provided with a limiting rib 101, and a notch-shaped limiting groove 304 is formed around the outer periphery of the second screw hole on the radar box.

[0120] When the second screw hole of the radar box 30a is fitted onto the outer periphery of the screw post 102, the limiting rib 101 on the screw post 102 can be inserted into the notched limiting groove 304 to limit the rotation of the radar module 30 in the circumferential direction.

[0121] In this embodiment, by providing a limiting rib 101 on the screw post 102 of the air conditioner bottom shell 10 and a limiting groove 304 on the radar box 30a, when the second screw hole of the radar module 30 is fitted onto the outer periphery of the screw post 102 of the air conditioner bottom shell 10, the first screw hole on the screw post 102 corresponds to and communicates with the second screw hole of the radar module. At the same time, the limiting rib 101 on the screw post 102 can be inserted into the limiting groove 304 of the radar module 30, thereby restricting the movement of the radar module 30 in the circumferential direction and in the front-back and up-down directions. This effectively prevents the radar module 30 from rotating circumferentially or moving in the front-back and up-down directions due to external forces or vibrations during use, thereby further improving the installation stability of the radar module 30.

[0122] Specifically, the engagement of the screw post 102 on the air conditioner base 10 and the second screw hole on the radar module ensures that the radar module 30 can be accurately and quickly aligned and positioned during installation. This ensures that the radar module 30 maintains a precise position in the front-back, up-down, and left-right directions, thereby optimizing the detection range and accuracy of the radar module 30.

[0123] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, such as Figure 5 and Figure 9 As shown, the radar box 30a also includes an upper mating surface 303 and a lower mating surface 302 that are connected to the second mating surface 301. A locking part with a limiting groove 304 and a second screw hole is formed on the upper mating surface 303.

[0124] The first mating surface 201 of the rodent-proof panel structure 20 includes a first plane 2011 and a plurality of first protruding surfaces 2012 protruding from the first plane 2011. The first protruding surfaces 2012 include a first protruding surface A20121 for mating with the second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a, and a first protruding surface B20122 for mating with the lower mating surface 302 of the radar box 30a.

[0125] When the second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a mates with the first protruding surface A20121 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, and the lower mating surface 302 of the radar box 30a mates with the first protruding surface B20122 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, the second screw hole on the upper mating surface 303 of the radar box 30a and the first screw hole on the bottom shell 10 of the air conditioner correspond to and are connected.

[0126] In this embodiment, by designing an upper mating surface 303 and a lower mating surface 302 on the radar box 30a, and having them mate with the first protruding surface A20121 and the first protruding surface B20122 of the rodent-proof plate structure 20, precise mating of the radar module 30 in multiple directions can be achieved. This multi-directional mating design ensures that the radar module can be precisely aligned during installation, further improving installation accuracy.

[0127] Furthermore, through the engagement of the second mating surface 301 of the radar box 30a with the first protruding surface A20121, and the engagement of the lower mating surface 302 with the first protruding surface B20122, the tilt angle and position of the radar module 30 can be precisely controlled. This design ensures that the radar module can maintain a stable tilt angle of 0°-60° after installation, and maintain a precise position in the front-back, up-down, and left-right directions, thereby optimizing the detection range and accuracy of the radar module.

[0128] Furthermore, by designing the upper mating surface 303 and the lower mating surface 302, as well as their mating relationship with the rodent-proof plate structure 20, the installation process of the radar module can be simplified. This design allows the radar module to be quickly aligned and fixed during installation, reducing assembly steps, improving assembly efficiency, and lowering production costs. Through multi-directional mating design, the radar module 30 can be more firmly fixed to the air conditioner's bottom shell 10 after installation. This design not only improves the installation stability of the radar module but also enhances the reliability of the overall structure, enabling the air conditioner to maintain stable performance during long-term use and reducing performance degradation caused by radar module loosening or misalignment.

[0129] Specifically, when installing the radar module, the first protruding surface A20121 and the first protruding surface B20122 on the rodent-proof plate structure 20 can effectively limit the radar module, thereby making it easier to align the second screw hole on the radar module 30 with the first screw hole on the screw post of the air conditioner bottom shell 10. This also makes it easier to align the limiting groove on the radar module 30 with the limiting rib 101 on the air conditioner bottom shell 10, thus facilitating the installation and positioning of the radar module 30.

[0130] Furthermore, in some possible implementations, such as Figure 1 As shown, the rodent-proof panel structure 20 is integrally formed with the air conditioner bottom shell 10;

[0131] Furthermore, the aforementioned housing also includes an outer cover 50, which is used to cover the air conditioner bottom shell 10, the rodent-proof plate structure 20, and the radar module 30 inside the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0132] In this embodiment, by designing the rodent-proof panel structure 20 and the air conditioner bottom shell 10 as an integrally molded structure, the connection strength and overall integrity of the two can be significantly enhanced. This design avoids the problems of loosening or weak connection that may occur due to a split structure, thereby improving the structural stability of the entire air conditioner indoor unit.

[0133] Furthermore, through a one-piece molding design, the rodent-proof panel structure 20 and the air conditioner base shell 10 can be molded in one piece during manufacturing, reducing assembly steps and the use of connecting parts. This design simplifies the assembly process, improves production efficiency, and reduces production costs. Moreover, the one-piece molding design ensures a tighter connection between the rodent-proof panel structure 20 and the air conditioner base shell 10, reducing gaps and splicing marks and enhancing the product's aesthetics. Simultaneously, this design also helps improve the airtightness of the air conditioner indoor unit, preventing dust and small animals from entering and extending the product's lifespan. By designing the outer cover 50, the air conditioner base shell 10, rodent-proof panel structure 20, and radar module 30 are enclosed inside the air conditioner indoor unit, effectively protecting the radar module from external environmental influences such as dust, moisture, and mechanical impact. At the same time, this design also optimizes the integration of the radar module, making it more harmonious with the overall design of the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0134] In summary, the air conditioner indoor unit provided in this application embodiment has a bottom shell structure that facilitates the assembly of the radar module. Furthermore, the air conditioner bottom shell structure provided in this application embodiment enables the radar module to have a larger detection range after the radar module is assembled, thereby improving the detection effect of the air conditioner indoor unit.

[0135] Furthermore, a second aspect of the embodiments of this application also provides an air conditioner, which includes an outdoor unit and the aforementioned indoor unit.

[0136] In the above embodiments of this application, the descriptions of each embodiment have their own emphasis. Parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment can be referred to in the relevant descriptions of other embodiments. The steps illustrated in the related flowcharts can be executed in a computer system such as a set of computer-executable instructions. Furthermore, although a logical order is shown in the flowcharts, in some cases, the steps shown or described may be performed in a different order than that shown here. In other words, the order of steps described in the foregoing embodiments is merely an example. Reasonable adjustments to the order of steps based on the content of the embodiments of this application are also within the protection scope of the embodiments of this application.

[0137] The sequence numbers or order of description of the embodiments in this application are for descriptive purposes only and do not represent the superiority or inferiority of the embodiments.

[0138] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above 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 one or more embodiments or examples. In addition, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification.

[0139] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A wall-mounted air conditioner indoor unit, the indoor unit comprising a casing, the casing being provided with a rodent-proof panel structure (20); characterized in that, The indoor unit also includes a radar module (30), which is detachably mounted on the rodent-proof panel structure (20).

2. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rodent-proof board structure (20) extends forward at an angle from bottom to top, and the radar module (30) is detachably mounted on the rodent-proof board structure (20) that extends forward at an angle. The installation angle of the radar module (30) is adapted to the tilt angle of the rodent-proof plate structure (20) and is supported and limited on the rodent-proof plate structure (20) so that the transmission center line of the radar module (30) can extend downward at an angle.

3. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 2, characterized in that, The housing includes an air conditioner bottom shell (10), and an air outlet extending along the length direction of the air conditioner bottom shell (10) is formed on the front side of the air conditioner bottom shell (10). The air conditioner bottom shell (10) has a rodent-proof plate structure (20) that avoids the air outlet on at least one side of the air outlet along the length direction. The rodent-proof plate structure (20) includes a first mating surface (201) that extends from top to bottom and is inclined forward. The radar module (30) includes a radar box (30a) having a second mating surface (301) and a radar transmitting plate (30b) disposed inside the radar box (30a) with its transmission center line perpendicular to the second mating surface (301). The second mating surface (301) of the radar box (30a) is at least partially mated with the first mating surface (201) of the rodent-proof plate structure (20) so that the radar module (30) can be installed on the rodent-proof plate structure (20) in a forward-tilted manner.

4. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second mating surface (301) of the radar module (30) that is inclinedly installed on the rodent-proof plate structure (20) forms an angle α of 0°-60° with the vertical direction.

5. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first mating surface (201) of the rodent-proof panel structure (20) includes a first plane (2011) and a plurality of first protruding surfaces (2012) protruding from the first plane (2011), and the second mating surface (301) of the radar box (30a) is mated with the plurality of first protruding surfaces (2012); The protrusion height of the plurality of the first protrusions (2012) is designed such that when the radar module (30) is engaged with the first protrusion (2012) of the rodent-proof plate structure (20) through the second mating surface (301), the second mating surface (301) of the radar module (30) can form an angle α of 0°-60° with the vertical direction.

6. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 5, characterized in that, The first protruding surface (2012) includes a first protruding surface A (20121) and a first protruding surface B (20122) with different protrusion heights; The first protruding surface A (20121) and the first protruding surface B (20122), which have different protrusion heights, can support the radar box (30a) in different orientations.

7. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first protruding surface A (20121) and the first protruding surface B (20122) are distributed vertically on the first plane (2011) of the rodent-proof plate structure (20), and the protrusion height of the first protruding surface A (20121) is less than the protrusion height of the first protruding surface B (20122). The radar box (30a) also includes a lower mating surface (302) that is connected to the second mating surface (301); The second mating surface (301) of the radar module (30) is mated with the first protruding surface A (20121) of the rodent-proof plate structure (20) from front to back, and the lower mating surface (302) of the radar module (30) is mated with the first protruding surface B (20122) of the rodent-proof plate structure (20) from top to bottom.

8. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 6, characterized in that, The first protruding surface A (20121) and the first protruding surface B (20122) both extend along the length direction of the bottom shell (10) of the air conditioner.

9. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to any one of claims 3-8, characterized in that, The air conditioner bottom shell (10) is provided with a screw post (102) extending along the length direction of the air conditioner bottom shell (10), and a first screw hole extending along the length direction of the air conditioner bottom shell (10) is formed on the screw post (102), and a second screw hole is provided on the radar box (30a). When the radar module (30) is combined with the rodent-proof plate structure (20), the second screw hole can be fitted onto the outer periphery of the screw post (102); The indoor unit of the air conditioner also includes: A locking member (40) is provided for passing through the first screw hole and the second screw hole to fix the radar module (30) mated on the rodent-proof plate structure (20) onto the air conditioner bottom shell (10).

10. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, The screw post (102) is also provided with a limiting rib (101), and a limiting groove (304) is formed on the second screw hole; When the second screw hole of the radar box is fitted around the outer periphery of the screw post (102), the limiting rib (101) can be inserted into the limiting groove (304) to limit the rotation of the radar module (30) in the circumferential direction.

11. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 10, characterized in that, The radar box (30a) also includes an upper mating surface (303) and a lower mating surface (302) that are connected to the second mating surface (301). A locking part with the limiting groove (304) and the second screw hole is formed on the upper mating surface (303). The first mating surface (201) of the rodent-proof panel structure (20) includes a first plane (2011) and a plurality of first protruding surfaces (2012) protruding from the first plane (2011). The first protruding surfaces (2012) include a first protruding surface A (20121) for mating with the second mating surface (301) of the radar box (30a) and a first protruding surface B (20122) for mating with the lower mating surface (302) of the radar box (30a). When the second mating surface (301) of the radar box (30a) is mated with the first protruding surface A (20121) of the rodent-proof plate structure (20), and the lower mating surface (302) of the radar box (30a) is mated with the first protruding surface B (20122) of the rodent-proof plate structure (20), the second screw hole on the upper mating surface (303) of the radar box (30a) and the first screw hole on the bottom shell (10) of the air conditioner correspond to and are connected.

12. The indoor unit of the air conditioner according to claim 3, characterized in that, The rodent-proof panel structure (20) is integrally formed with the bottom shell (10) of the air conditioner; The housing also includes an outer cover (50), which is used to cover the air conditioner bottom shell (10), the rodent-proof plate structure (20) and the radar module (30) inside the air conditioner indoor unit.

13. An air conditioner, characterized in that, It includes an outdoor air conditioning unit and an indoor air conditioning unit as described in any one of claims 1-12.

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