Air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model provides an air conditioner which comprises an indoor unit, the indoor unit comprises a shell and an air deflector assembly, and an air outlet is formed in the shell; the air guide plate assembly comprises a main air guide plate, an auxiliary air guide plate and a driving structure. The main air guide plate is rotationally arranged at the air outlet; the auxiliary air guide plate is a flexible air guide plate, and the auxiliary air guide plate is provided with a first end and a second end in the length direction of the auxiliary air guide plate; the driving structure comprises a first driving part and a second driving part which are arranged on the main air guide plate, a driving shaft of the first driving part is connected with the first end and used for driving the first end to rotate, a driving shaft of the second driving part is connected with the second end, and the second driving part is used for driving the second end to rotate. When the first driving piece drives the first end to rotate upwards by a certain angle, the second driving piece can drive the second end to rotate downwards, so that the auxiliary air guide plate is twisted to form a curved air guide face, and multi-angle air outlet is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of air conditioning technology, and more particularly to an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Air conditioning, or air conditioner, refers to equipment that uses artificial means to regulate and control parameters such as temperature, humidity, and airflow rate of the air in a building or structure.

[0003] An air conditioner consists of an indoor unit and an outdoor unit. It regulates the indoor temperature by exchanging heat with the indoor air through a refrigerant that flows between the indoor and outdoor units.

[0004] However, in existing air conditioning technology, when the indoor unit delivers air to the indoor space, due to certain limitations in the design of the air outlet and the air delivery method, it is often difficult to achieve a comprehensive and uniform air delivery effect. For example, the air delivery angle of some air outlets is fixed and cannot be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs, resulting in insufficient air delivery in some areas and excessive airflow in other areas. This fails to effectively distribute air evenly to all corners of the room, leading to uneven indoor temperature distribution, which in turn affects indoor air circulation and user comfort. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application discloses an air conditioner that can improve indoor air circulation and user comfort.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this application discloses an air conditioner, comprising:

[0007] Indoor unit, the indoor unit includes:

[0008] A housing, on which an air outlet is provided;

[0009] Air guide plate assembly, the air guide plate assembly comprising:

[0010] A main air deflector, which is rotatably mounted at the air outlet;

[0011] A secondary air guide plate, wherein the secondary air guide plate is a flexible air guide plate, and the secondary air guide plate has a first end and a second end along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate;

[0012] The driving structure includes:

[0013] A first driving member is disposed on the main airflow plate, and the driving shaft of the first driving member is connected to the first end. The first driving member is used to drive the first end to rotate.

[0014] The second driving component is disposed on the main airflow plate, and the driving shaft of the second driving component is connected to the second end. The second driving component is used to drive the second end to rotate.

[0015] Thus, when the first driving member drives the first end to rotate upward at a certain angle, the second driving member can drive the second end to rotate downward, so that the secondary air guide plate is twisted to form a curved air guide surface, thereby realizing multi-angle air outlet. Unlike the planar air guide plate in related technologies, which can only simply change the direction of airflow up and down or left and right, the twisted secondary air guide plate can disperse the air to multiple directions, thereby enabling the secondary air guide plate to focus the air to a specific area of ​​the room. This prevents uneven indoor temperature distribution and avoids the airflow blowing directly on the user, reducing the discomfort caused to the user due to a uniform air outlet direction, and improving indoor air circulation and user comfort.

[0016] In some embodiments, the indoor unit further includes a control unit, which is capable of controlling the first drive member and the second drive member respectively, so that the first drive member and the second drive member drive the first end and the second end to rotate to different angles.

[0017] In this way, the control unit can comprehensively control the first and second drive components based on factors such as indoor temperature distribution and user-set airflow mode. For example, in cooling mode, in order to distribute the cold air more evenly in the room, the control system may first use the first drive component to rotate the first end of the auxiliary air guide plate upward by a certain angle, and then use the second drive component to rotate the second end downward by a suitable angle, so that the cold air can be blown upward at a suitable tilt angle and then naturally sink, thereby improving the comfort and temperature uniformity of the indoor air.

[0018] In some embodiments, the air guide plate assembly includes:

[0019] A first drive connector has a first connecting portion and a second connecting portion. The first connecting portion is connected to the drive shaft of the first drive member along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate. The first drive member can drive the first drive connector to rotate around the drive shaft of the first drive member, and the drive shaft of the first drive member extends along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate.

[0020] The first driven connector is connected to the first end and is connected to the second connecting part along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate.

[0021] Thus, the first driven connector is connected to the first end in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate, providing additional support for the rotation of the first end. This support makes the secondary air guide plate more stable when adjusting the angle, reducing the shaking and swaying during the rotation of the first end. Compared with the case without the driven connector, this embodiment can more accurately control the position and angle of the first end of the secondary air guide plate, thereby guiding the airflow more accurately. Furthermore, the presence of the first driven connector optimizes the connection method between the first drive connector and the secondary air guide plate. The first driven connector can share some of the force on the connection part, reducing the friction and wear between components caused by frequent angle adjustments.

[0022] In some embodiments, the air guide plate assembly further includes:

[0023] The second drive connector has a third connection part and a fourth connection part. The third connection part is connected to the drive shaft of the second drive member along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate. The second drive member can drive the second drive connector to rotate around the drive shaft of the second drive member, and the drive shaft of the second drive member extends along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate.

[0024] The second driven connector is connected to the second end and is connected to the second connecting part along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate.

[0025] Thus, the second driven connector is connected in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate, providing additional support for the rotation of the second end of the secondary air guide plate. This support makes the secondary air guide plate more stable when adjusting the angle, reducing the shaking and swaying during the rotation of the second end. Compared with the case without the driven connector, this embodiment can more accurately control the position and angle of the second end of the secondary air guide plate, thereby guiding the airflow more accurately. Furthermore, the presence of the second driven connector optimizes the connection method between the second drive connector and the secondary air guide plate. The second driven connector can share some of the force on the connection part, reducing the friction and wear between components caused by frequent angle adjustments.

[0026] In some embodiments, the first driven connector is rotatably connected to the second connecting part about the width direction of the secondary air guide plate, so that when the first end and the second end rotate to different angles, the secondary air guide plate can drive the first driven connector to rotate about the width direction of the secondary air guide plate.

[0027] The second driven connector is rotatably connected to the fourth connecting part about the width direction of the secondary air guide plate, so that when the first end and the second end rotate to different angles, the secondary air guide plate can drive the second driven connector to rotate about the width direction of the secondary air guide plate.

[0028] Thus, the rotation of the first driven connector around the width direction of the secondary air guide plate increases the degree of freedom in adjusting the secondary air guide plate, and the rotation of the second driven connector around the width direction of the secondary air guide plate increases the degree of freedom in adjusting the secondary air guide plate. This allows the shape and angle of the secondary air guide plate to be controlled more precisely, which helps to adjust the airflow direction more accurately under various complex indoor environments and user needs, reduce dead angles in airflow, and improve indoor air quality and comfort.

[0029] In some embodiments, the second connecting portion is a first plug-in hole;

[0030] The fourth connecting part is the second insertion hole;

[0031] The first driven connector includes:

[0032] The first link is a plate-shaped structure extending along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate;

[0033] The first insertion shaft extends along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate and is connected to the first connecting rod. The first insertion shaft is inserted into the first insertion hole along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate and can rotate relative to the first insertion hole.

[0034] The second driven connector includes:

[0035] The second link is a plate-shaped structure extending along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate;

[0036] The second insertion shaft extends along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate and is connected to the second connecting rod. The second insertion shaft is inserted into the second insertion hole along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate and is rotatable relative to the second insertion hole.

[0037] Thus, as the first and second links swing, the secondary air guide plate changes shape due to the different rotations at both ends. During this change, the first and second links play an auxiliary and stabilizing role. Because they are plate-like structures, they can provide a certain supporting force in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate, making the secondary air guide plate more stable when twisted or bent. Furthermore, this rotating connection method of the plug shaft and plug hole allows the first and second driven connectors to flexibly adapt to the angle changes at both ends of the secondary air guide plate. The first and second links can rotate freely about the width direction of the secondary air guide plate according to different driving requirements, realizing the adjustment of the secondary air guide plate at multiple angles and in multiple shapes.

[0038] In some embodiments, the first end is provided with a first insertion slot, and the first connecting rod is inserted into the first insertion hole along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate.

[0039] The second end is provided with a second insertion slot, and the second connecting rod is inserted into the second insertion hole along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate.

[0040] Thus, by inserting the first and second links along the width of the secondary air guide plate, the first and second links can withstand a certain amount of tension and pressure, reducing the possibility of loosening at the connection points during the adjustment of the secondary air guide plate. For example, when the secondary air guide plate is impacted by strong winds from the air outlet or when the angle is frequently adjusted under the drive of the first and second drive components, the stable insertion structure can ensure a tight connection between the first and second links and the secondary air guide plate, maintaining the structural integrity of the entire air guide plate assembly.

[0041] In some embodiments, along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate, the length of the first connecting rod matches the width of the secondary air guide plate, and the length of the second connecting rod matches the width of the secondary air guide plate.

[0042] Thus, since the lengths of the first and second links match the width of the secondary air guide plate, they can provide uniform support across the entire width of the secondary air guide plate. When the secondary air guide plate is subjected to air pressure or undergoes shape changes under the action of the driving component, this uniform support can prevent excessive local deformation of the secondary air guide plate in the width direction. For example, when hot or cold air is blown out from the air outlet and acts on the secondary air guide plate, the first and second links can act like two balanced supports, keeping the secondary air guide plate in a relatively stable shape in the width direction and avoiding uneven deformation such as central depression or edge warping.

[0043] In some embodiments, the first connecting portion is a third plug-in slot;

[0044] The third connecting part is a fourth insertion slot;

[0045] The drive shaft of the first drive member is inserted into the third insertion slot along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate, and is anti-rotationally engaged with the third insertion slot;

[0046] The drive shaft of the second drive component is inserted into the fourth insertion slot along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate, and is anti-rotationally engaged with the fourth insertion slot.

[0047] In this way, the anti-rotation fit between the drive shaft and the insertion slot provides a stable connection method, which can withstand large torque and force. This ensures that there will be no relative sliding or rotation between the drive shaft and the drive connector during the rotation of the secondary air guide plate, thus guaranteeing the stability of the entire air guide plate assembly. It also allows the rotation of the drive shaft to be accurately transmitted to the drive connector, thereby precisely controlling the rotation angle of the first and second ends of the secondary air guide plate. This helps to achieve precise adjustment of the airflow direction and improve the effect of indoor air conditioning.

[0048] In some embodiments, the surface of the main air guide plate facing outward from the housing is provided with a receiving groove, and the first driving member and the second driving member can drive the first end and the second end to rotate synchronously so that the secondary air guide plate is received in the receiving groove.

[0049] Thus, when the indoor unit is working, if the auxiliary air guide plate is not needed, the first and second driving components can drive the first and second ends to rotate synchronously and enter the storage groove, thereby increasing the thickness of the main air guide plate and improving the heat insulation effect of the air guide plate assembly. When the auxiliary air guide plate is stored in the storage groove of the main air guide plate, there is no extra protruding part of the auxiliary air guide plate, and the overall lines of the indoor unit are smoother, which can better integrate with the interior decoration style and enhance the aesthetics of the entire indoor environment. Attached Figure Description

[0050] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0051] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an air conditioner provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0052] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the indoor unit in operation according to an embodiment of this application;

[0053] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the air guide plate assembly provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0054] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the main airflow deflector provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0055] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the first and second ends of the auxiliary air guide plate provided in the embodiment of this application when they are rotated by the same angle.

[0056] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram showing the first and second ends of the auxiliary air guide plate provided in the embodiment of this application rotated at different angles;

[0057] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the first driving member, the first driving connector, and the first driven connector provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0058] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the first driven connector connected to the first driving connector according to an embodiment of this application;

[0059] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram showing the first driven connector rotating at a certain angle relative to the main air deflector provided in the embodiment of this application;

[0060] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the first end and the first driven connector being installed according to an embodiment of this application;

[0061] Figure 11 This is a front view of the secondary air guide plate provided in the embodiment of this application;

[0062] Figure 12 yes Figure 11 A schematic diagram at point AA;

[0063] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram from another perspective of the main airflow plate provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0064] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the auxiliary air guide plate rotating out of the storage position according to an embodiment of this application;

[0065] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the secondary air guide plate provided in the embodiment of this application when it is located in the storage position.

[0066] Explanation of main figure symbols

[0067] 1-Air conditioner;

[0068] 10-Indoor unit;

[0069] 100 - Housing; 110 - Air outlet;

[0070] 200-Air guide plate assembly;

[0071] 210 - Main air intake plate; 210a - First wiring channel; 210b - Second wiring channel; 210c - Storage slot; 210d - First drive component mounting position; 210e - Second drive component mounting position; 210f - First drive connector mounting notch; 210g - Second drive connector mounting notch; 2101 - Rotating shaft; 2101a - Drive hole;

[0072] 220 - Secondary air guide plate; 2201 - First end; 2201a - First insertion slot; 2202 - Second end; 2202a - Second insertion slot;

[0073] 230 - Drive structure; 2301 - First drive component; 2302 - Second drive component;

[0074] 240 - First drive connector; 240a - First connecting part; 240b - Second connecting part;

[0075] 250 - First driven connector; 250a - First connecting rod; 250b - First insertion shaft;

[0076] 260 - Second drive connector;

[0077] 270 - Second driven connector. Detailed Implementation

[0078] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0079] In this application, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "middle," "vertical," "horizontal," "lateral," and "longitudinal" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are primarily for the purpose of better describing this application and its embodiments, and are not intended to limit the indicated device, element, or component to having a specific orientation, or to be constructed and operated in a specific orientation.

[0080] Furthermore, in addition to indicating location or positional relationship, some of the aforementioned terms may also have other meanings. For example, the term "above" may also be used in some cases to indicate a certain dependency or connection relationship. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0081] Furthermore, the terms "installation," "setup," "equipped with," "connection," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral structure; 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, or an internal connection between two devices, components, or parts. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0082] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are primarily used to distinguish different devices, elements, or components whose specific types and structures may be the same or different, and are not intended to indicate or imply the relative importance or quantity of the indicated devices, elements, or components. Unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0083] As mentioned in the background section, in existing air conditioning technology, when the indoor unit delivers air to the indoor space, due to certain limitations in the design of the air outlet and the air delivery method, it is often difficult to achieve a comprehensive and uniform air delivery effect. For example, the air delivery angle of some air outlets is fixed and cannot be flexibly adjusted according to actual needs, resulting in insufficient air delivery in some areas and excessive airflow in other areas. This fails to effectively distribute air evenly to all corners of the room, leading to uneven indoor temperature distribution, which in turn affects indoor air circulation and user comfort.

[0084] To address the aforementioned issues, this application provides an air conditioner in which a secondary air guide plate can disperse air in multiple directions, thereby enabling the secondary air guide plate to focus the air onto a specific area of ​​the room. This prevents uneven indoor temperature distribution and avoids the air blowing directly onto the user, reducing discomfort caused by a uniform airflow direction and improving indoor air circulation and user comfort.

[0085] The following will describe specific embodiments and appendices. Figure 1-14 The technical solution of the air conditioner in this application will be further explained.

[0086] like Figure 1 As shown, air conditioner 1 includes indoor unit 10. Indoor unit 10 is an important component of air conditioner 1 system, mainly responsible for regulating the air in the room, and it is usually rectangular in shape.

[0087] like Figure 2 As shown, the indoor unit 10 includes a housing 100, on which an air outlet 110 is provided. The air outlet 110 is a channel for the air processed by the indoor unit 10 (such as after heating, cooling, filtration, etc.) to be discharged into the indoor environment.

[0088] like Figure 2 As shown, the indoor unit 10 includes an air guide plate assembly 200. The air guide plate assembly 200 is used to guide the airflow at the air outlet 110 of the indoor unit 10, so as to direct the air at the air outlet 110 toward the indoor space.

[0089] like Figure 3As shown, the air guide plate assembly 200 may include a main air guide plate 210, which is rotatably mounted at the air outlet 110. A rotating shaft 2101 may be provided on the main air guide plate 210. This rotating shaft 2101 cooperates with a structure on the mounting base inside the housing 100 for support. A drive hole 2101a is provided on the rotating shaft 2101. The drive end of the stepper motor of the main air guide plate 210 is inserted into the drive hole 2101a to drive the main air guide plate 210 to rotate relative to the mounting base, thereby closing or opening the air outlet 110.

[0090] The main air deflector 210 is primarily used to guide airflow. For example, in cooling mode, rotating the main air deflector 210 upwards allows cold air to be blown upwards and naturally sinks under gravity, resulting in more uniform indoor cooling. Conversely, in heating mode, rotating the main air deflector 210 downwards allows hot air to be blown downwards and naturally rises, quickly increasing the overall indoor temperature. Furthermore, adjusting the angle of the main air deflector 210 controls the airflow distance. For instance, a flatter angle allows the air to be blown further, suitable for larger rooms or scenarios requiring rapid air conditioning; while a steeper angle allows the air to fall within a shorter distance, suitable for fine-tuning in localized areas.

[0091] like Figure 3 As shown, the air guide plate assembly 200 may further include a secondary air guide plate 220, which is a flexible air guide plate. Along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, the secondary air guide plate 220 has a first end 2201 and a second end 2202. The length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 is... Figure 3 The direction indicated by the middle arrow X, the secondary air guide plate 220 can be made of soft plastic, rubber or fabric, and there is no limitation here.

[0092] like Figure 4 As shown, the air guide plate assembly 200 may also include a drive structure 230.

[0093] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the drive structure 230 may include a first drive member 2301, which is disposed on the main air plate 210. The drive shaft of the first drive member 2301 is connected to the first end 2201, and the first drive member 2301 is used to drive the first end 2201 to rotate.

[0094] like Figure 4 As shown, the drive structure 230 may also include a second drive member 2302, which is disposed on the main air vane 210. The drive shaft of the second drive member 2302 is connected to the second end 2202, and the second drive member 2302 is used to drive the second end 2202 to rotate.

[0095] The first driving component 2301 and the second driving component 2302 can be stepper motors, servo motors, micro motors, etc., and are not limited here.

[0096] When the first drive unit 2301 is working, it drives the first end 2201 of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 to rotate around its drive shaft. For example, if it is necessary to adjust the upward angle of the auxiliary air guide plate 220, the first drive unit 2301 will cause the first end 2201 to rotate upward around the drive shaft, thereby affecting the direction of air flowing out from the first end 2201 of the auxiliary air guide plate 220.

[0097] When the first driving member 2301 drives the first end 2201 to rotate, the second driving member 2302 can synchronously drive the second end 2202 to rotate at the same angle as the first end 2201. For example, the first driving member 2301 and the second driving member 2302 simultaneously drive the auxiliary air guide plate 220 to rotate to an angle parallel to the main air guide plate 210 (e.g., Figure 5 As shown, Figure 5 The middle arrow indicates the wind direction, so that the secondary air guide plate 220 can extend the length of the main air guide plate 210, thereby increasing the air outlet distance. Alternatively, the secondary air guide plate 220 can be rotated to be parallel to the main air guide plate 210 and tilted downward at a certain angle (such as 30 degrees to the horizontal direction), thereby achieving a secondary adjustment of the air outlet direction.

[0098] In other cases, assuming the first driving member 2301 has already adjusted the angle of the first end 2201, the second driving member 2302 can further adjust the angle of the second end 2202 as needed. For example, after the first end 2201 rotates upward by a certain angle, the second end 2202 can rotate downward by the drive of the second driving member 2302, so that the auxiliary air guide plate 220 is twisted to form a curved air guide surface (such as...). Figure 6 As shown, Figure 6 (The middle arrow indicates the wind direction), thus achieving multi-angle air outlet. Unlike the planar air guide plate in related technologies, which can only simply change the wind direction up and down or left and right, the twisted secondary air guide plate 220 can disperse the air to multiple directions, thereby enabling the secondary air guide plate 220 to focus the air to a specific area of ​​the room. This prevents uneven indoor temperature distribution and avoids the wind blowing directly on the user, reducing the discomfort caused to the user due to a uniform air outlet direction, and improving indoor air circulation and user comfort.

[0099] In some embodiments, the indoor unit 10 may further include a control unit, which can control the first drive member 2301 and the second drive member 2302 respectively, so that the first drive member 2301 and the second drive member 2302 drive the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 to rotate to different angles.

[0100] The main air intake plate 210 may be provided with a first wiring groove 210a and a second wiring groove 210b. The first wiring groove 210a is located near the first end 2201, and the second wiring groove 210b is located near the second end 2202. The first wiring groove 210a is used to provide an electrical connection path between the first drive unit 2301 and the control unit to guide the wires of the first drive unit 2301 and ensure that the wires are arranged in an orderly manner on the main air intake plate 210 to avoid safety hazards caused by messy and disordered wires. Similarly, the second wiring groove 210b is used to provide an electrical connection path between the second drive unit 2302 and the control unit.

[0101] The control unit can comprehensively control the first drive component 2301 and the second drive component 2302 based on factors such as indoor temperature distribution and user-set airflow mode. For example, in cooling mode, in order to distribute cold air more evenly in the room, the control system may first use the first drive component 2301 to rotate the first end 2201 of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 upward by a certain angle, and then use the second drive component 2302 to rotate the second end 2202 downward by a suitable angle, so that the cold air can be blown upward at a suitable tilt angle and then naturally sink, thereby improving the comfort and temperature uniformity of the indoor air.

[0102] The control unit can use differential control to drive the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 to rotate to different angles. For example, the first drive 2301 can make the first end 2201 of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 rotate clockwise at a relatively slow speed, while the second drive 2302 can simultaneously make the second end 2202 rotate counterclockwise at a relatively fast speed, so that the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 rotate to different angles, thereby causing the auxiliary air guide plate 220 to be twisted and deformed along its length. Unlike a planar air guide plate, which can only simply change the direction of the wind up or down or left or right, the curved auxiliary air guide plate 220 can disperse the wind in various directions along the curvature of the surface.

[0103] The control unit can also simultaneously control the first drive member 2301 and the second drive member 2302 to drive the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 to rotate in opposite directions. For example, the control unit controls the first drive member 2301 to drive the first end 2201 to rotate clockwise and controls the second drive member 2302 to drive the second end 2202 to rotate counterclockwise, so that the auxiliary air guide plate 220 will be twisted and deformed along its length.

[0104] Of course, the control unit can also control the first driving member 2301 to drive the first end 2201 to rotate, but the second driving member 2302 does not work at this time, or the control unit can control the second driving member 2302 to drive the second end 2202 to rotate, but the first driving member 2301 does not work at this time, so that the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 rotate to different angles.

[0105] In some embodiments, see Figure 3 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 as well as Figure 9 The air guide plate assembly 200 may include a first drive connector 240, which has a first connecting portion 240a and a second connecting portion 240b. The first connecting portion 240a is connected to the drive shaft of the first drive member 2301 along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220. The first drive member 2301 can drive the first drive connector 240 to rotate around the drive shaft of the first drive member 2301, which extends along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0106] See Figure 3 , Figure 7 , Figure 8 as well as Figure 9 The air guide plate assembly 200 may also include a first driven connector 250, which is connected to the first end 2201 and connected to the second connecting portion 240b along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0107] Among them, the width direction of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 is Figure 3 The direction indicated by the middle arrow Y.

[0108] When the drive shaft of the first drive member 2301 rotates, since it is tightly connected to the first connecting part 240a of the first drive connector 240 along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, this rotational motion is directly transmitted to the first drive connector 240. The first drive connector 240 rotates around the drive shaft of the first drive member 2301. During the rotation of the first drive connector 240, since the first driven connector 250 is connected to the second connecting part 240b of the first drive connector 240 along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, the rotation of the first drive connector 240 will cause the first driven connector 250 to move accordingly, thereby driving the first end 2201 of the secondary air guide plate 220 to rotate around the drive shaft of the first drive member 2301, causing the secondary air guide plate 220 to twist and deform.

[0109] Thus, the first driven connector 250 is connected to the first end 2201 in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, providing additional support for the rotation of the first end 2201. This support makes the secondary air guide plate 220 more stable when adjusting the angle, reducing the shaking and swaying of the first end 2201 during rotation. Compared with the case without the driven connector, this embodiment can more accurately control the position and angle of the first end 2201 of the secondary air guide plate 220, thereby guiding the airflow more accurately. Furthermore, the presence of the first driven connector 250 optimizes the connection method between the first drive connector 240 and the secondary air guide plate 220. The first driven connector 250 can share some of the force on the connection part, reducing the friction and wear between components caused by frequent angle adjustments.

[0110] In some embodiments, see Figure 3 The air guide plate assembly 200 may further include a second drive connector 260, which has a third connection portion and a fourth connection portion (not shown in the figure, and has the same structure as the first drive connector 240). The third connection portion is connected to the drive shaft of the second drive member 2302 along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220. The second drive member 2302 can drive the second drive connector 260 to rotate around the drive shaft of the second drive member 2302, which extends along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0111] See Figure 3 The air guide plate assembly 200 may also include a second driven connector 270, which is connected to the second end 2202 and connected to the second connecting portion 240b along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0112] When the drive shaft of the second drive member 2302 rotates, since it is tightly connected to the third connecting part of the second drive connector 260 along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, this rotational motion is directly transmitted to the second drive connector 260. The second drive connector 260 rotates around the drive shaft of the second drive member 2302. During the rotation of the second drive connector 260, since the second driven connector 270 is connected to the fourth connecting part of the second drive connector 260 along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, the rotation of the second drive connector 260 will cause the second driven connector 270 to move accordingly, thereby driving the second end 2202 of the secondary air guide plate 220 to rotate around the drive shaft of the second drive member 2302, causing the secondary air guide plate 220 to twist and deform.

[0113] Thus, the second driven connector 270 is connected in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, providing additional support for the rotation of the second end 2202 of the secondary air guide plate 220. This support makes the secondary air guide plate 220 more stable when adjusting the angle, reducing the shaking and swaying of the second end 2202 during rotation. Compared with the case without the driven connector, this embodiment can more accurately control the position and angle of the second end 2202 of the secondary air guide plate 220, thereby guiding the airflow more accurately. Furthermore, the presence of the second driven connector 270 optimizes the connection method between the second drive connector 260 and the secondary air guide plate 220. The second driven connector 270 can share some of the force on the connection part, reducing the friction and wear between components caused by frequent angle adjustments.

[0114] In some embodiments, the first driven connector 250 is rotatably connected to the second connecting portion 240b about the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, so that when the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 are rotated to different angles, the secondary air guide plate 220 can drive the first driven connector 250 to rotate about the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0115] When the first driving member 2301 and the second driving member 2302 drive the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 to rotate around their respective driving shafts to different angles, the auxiliary air guide plate 220 will deform. As the shape of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 changes, especially when the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 begin to show an angular difference, the auxiliary air guide plate 220 will exert a force on the first driven connector 250, because the first driven connector 250 is driven by the auxiliary air guide plate. The width direction of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 is rotatably connected to the second connecting part 240b. This force will cause the first driven connecting member 250 to rotate about the width direction of the auxiliary air guide plate 220. For example, when the first end 2201 rotates upward and the second end 2202 rotates downward, the auxiliary air guide plate 220 will undergo torsional deformation in the length direction. This deformation will push the first driven connecting member 250 to rotate about its connecting axis (width direction of the auxiliary air guide plate 220) to adapt to the shape change of the auxiliary air guide plate 220.

[0116] Thus, the rotation of the first driven connector 250 around the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 increases the degree of freedom in adjusting the secondary air guide plate 220. It works in conjunction with the angle adjustment of the first end 2201 and the second end 2202, so that the shape and angle of the secondary air guide plate 220 can be controlled more precisely. This helps to adjust the airflow direction more accurately under various complex indoor environments and user needs, reduce dead angles in airflow, and improve indoor air quality and comfort.

[0117] The second driven connector 270 is rotatably connected to the fourth connecting part about the width direction of the auxiliary air guide plate 220, so that when the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 are rotated to different angles, the auxiliary air guide plate 220 can drive the second driven connector 270 to rotate about the width direction of the auxiliary air guide plate 220.

[0118] Similarly, the rotation of the second driven connector 270 around the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 increases the degree of freedom of adjustment of the secondary air guide plate 220. It works in conjunction with the angle adjustment of the first end 2201 and the second end 2202, so that the shape and angle of the secondary air guide plate 220 can be controlled more precisely. This helps to adjust the airflow direction more accurately under various complex indoor environments and user needs, reduce dead angles in airflow, and improve indoor air quality and comfort.

[0119] In some embodiments, see Figure 7 The second connecting part 240b is the first insertion hole.

[0120] See Figure 7 The fourth connecting part is the second insertion hole.

[0121] See Figure 7 The first driven connector 250 may include a first link 250a, which is a plate-shaped structure extending along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0122] See Figure 7 The first driven connector 250 may further include a first insertion shaft 250b, which extends along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 and is connected to the first connecting rod 250a. The first insertion shaft 250b is inserted into the first insertion hole along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 and is rotatable relative to the first insertion hole.

[0123] The second driven connector 270 may include a second link, which is a plate-like structure extending along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0124] The second driven connector 270 may further include a second insertion shaft that extends along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 and is connected to the second connecting rod. The second insertion shaft is inserted into the second insertion hole along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 and is rotatable relative to the second insertion hole.

[0125] During the assembly of the air guide plate assembly 200, the first insertion shaft 250b of the first driven connector 250 is inserted into the first insertion hole (second connecting part 240b) along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220. Similarly, the second insertion shaft of the second driven connector 270 is inserted into the second insertion hole (fourth connecting part) along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220. At this time, the first connecting rod 250a and the second connecting rod extend along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 as plate-like structures, forming an initial connection state. When the first driving member 2301 and the second driving member 2302 start working and drive the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 of the secondary air guide plate 220 to rotate, since the first insertion shaft 250b can rotate relative to the first insertion hole and the second insertion shaft can rotate relative to the second insertion hole, the first connecting rod 250a and the second connecting rod will produce corresponding actions as the two ends of the secondary air guide plate 220 rotate.

[0126] As the first link 250a and the second link swing, the secondary air guide plate 220 will change shape due to the different rotations at both ends. During this change, the first link 250a and the second link play an auxiliary and stabilizing role. Since they are plate-shaped structures, they can provide a certain support force in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, making the secondary air guide plate 220 more stable when twisted or bent. In addition, this rotational connection method of the plug shaft and the plug hole allows the first driven connector 250 and the second driven connector 270 to flexibly adapt to the angle changes at both ends of the secondary air guide plate 220. The first link 250a and the second link can rotate freely about the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 according to different driving requirements, realizing the adjustment of the secondary air guide plate 220 in multiple angles and shapes.

[0127] Of course, in addition to the above-mentioned plug-in connection, the first driven connector 250 and the first driving connector 240, and the second driven connector 270 and the second driving connector 260 can also be threaded connections, welded connections, key connections, etc.

[0128] In some embodiments, see Figure 10 and Figure 11 The first end 2201 has a first insertion groove 2201a. Along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, the first connecting rod 250a is inserted into the first insertion hole along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0129] See Figure 11 and Figure 12 The second end 2202 has a second insertion groove 2202a. Along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, the second connecting rod is inserted into the second insertion hole.

[0130] Thus, by inserting the first link 250a and the second link along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, the first link 250a and the second link can withstand a certain amount of tension and pressure, reducing the possibility of loosening at the connection point during the adjustment of the secondary air guide plate 220. For example, when the secondary air guide plate 220 is impacted by strong winds from the air outlet 110 or when the angle is frequently adjusted under the drive of the first drive member 2301 and the second drive member 2302, the stable insertion structure can ensure the tight connection between the first link 250a and the second link and the secondary air guide plate 220, maintaining the structural integrity of the entire air guide plate assembly 200.

[0131] Furthermore, when the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 of the secondary air guide plate 220 rotate under the action of the driving member, the first link 250a and the second link can better sense and respond to this change in motion. For example, when the first driving member 2301 drives the first end 2201 of the secondary air guide plate 220 to rotate, the tight connection between the first insertion slot 2201a and the first link 250a can ensure that the force is accurately transmitted from the first end 2201 of the secondary air guide plate 220 to the first link 250a, and then the movement of the first link 250a guides the deformation of the secondary air guide plate 220, making the adjustment of the airflow direction more precise.

[0132] In addition, from an installation perspective, this plug-in structure is simple and intuitive. During the production and assembly process, workers can easily insert the first connecting rod 250a into the first plug-in slot 2201a of the first end 2201 and the second connecting rod into the second plug-in slot 2202a of the second end 2202, which improves production efficiency.

[0133] It is worth noting that, in order to ensure connection strength, the first connecting rod 250a and the first insertion slot 2201a, and the second connecting rod and the second insertion slot 2202a can be interference-fitted.

[0134] Of course, the connection between the first link 250a and the first end 2201 and the connection between the second link and the second end 2202 are not limited to the above forms. For example, the ends of the first link 250a and the second link can be designed with external threads, while internal threads are provided at the corresponding first insertion hole and second insertion hole positions to achieve threaded connection and other forms.

[0135] In some embodiments, along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, the length of the first link 250a matches the width of the secondary air guide plate 220, and the length of the second link matches the width of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0136] In this context, along the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, the length of the first connecting rod 250a matches the width of the secondary air guide plate 220, and the length of the second connecting rod also matches the width of the secondary air guide plate 220. This should be understood as the lengths of the first connecting rod 250a and the second connecting rod in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220 being approximately equal to or in a suitable proportional relationship with the width of the secondary air guide plate 220 itself. For example, if the width of the secondary air guide plate 220 is 30 centimeters, then the lengths of the first connecting rod 250a and the second connecting rod in this width direction will also be close to 30 centimeters, or close to this width according to a certain proportion (such as 90%-110%) according to design requirements, to ensure that the connecting rods can provide relatively comprehensive support and connection in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220.

[0137] Thus, since the lengths of the first link 250a and the second link match the width of the secondary air guide plate 220, they can provide uniform support across the entire width of the secondary air guide plate 220. When the secondary air guide plate 220 is subjected to air pressure or undergoes shape changes under the action of the driving component, this uniform support can prevent excessive local deformation of the secondary air guide plate 220 in the width direction. For example, when hot or cold air is blown out from the air outlet 110 and acts on the secondary air guide plate 220, the first link 250a and the second link can act like two balanced supports, keeping the secondary air guide plate 220 in a relatively stable shape in the width direction, avoiding uneven deformation such as central depression or edge warping.

[0138] Furthermore, it helps to achieve stable force transmission in the width direction of the secondary air guide plate 220. When the first end 2201 or the second end 2202 of the secondary air guide plate 220 is driven by the driving force of the driving component, the connecting rod can effectively distribute this force evenly within the width range of the secondary air guide plate 220. Taking the first connecting rod 250a as an example, when the first end 2201 of the secondary air guide plate 220 rotates, since the length of the first connecting rod 250a matches the width of the secondary air guide plate 220, it can evenly transmit this rotational force to various parts of the secondary air guide plate 220 in the width direction, so that the secondary air guide plate 220 can deform in a more coordinated manner, thereby improving the accuracy of airflow control.

[0139] In some embodiments, see Figure 7 The first connecting part 240a is the third insertion slot.

[0140] The third connecting part is the fourth insertion slot.

[0141] The drive shaft of the first drive component 2301 is inserted into the third insertion slot along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, and is anti-rotationally engaged with the third insertion slot.

[0142] The drive shaft of the second drive component 2302 is inserted into the fourth insertion slot along the length of the secondary air guide plate 220, and is anti-rotationally engaged with the fourth insertion slot.

[0143] During the installation of the air guide plate assembly 200, the drive shaft of the first drive member 2301 is inserted into the third insertion slot along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220, and the drive shaft of the second drive member 2302 is inserted into the fourth insertion slot along the length direction of the secondary air guide plate 220. Due to the anti-rotation fit between the drive shaft and the insertion slot, a stable connection between the drive shaft and the first drive connector 240 and the second drive connector 260 is ensured. When the first drive member 2301 is started, its drive shaft rotates in the third insertion slot. Due to the anti-rotation fit, the first drive connector 240 rotates around the drive shaft as the drive shaft rotates. The rotation of the first drive connector 240 drives the first end 2201 of the secondary air guide plate 220 to rotate around the drive shaft of the first drive member 2301.

[0144] Similarly, when the second drive component 2302 is started, its drive shaft rotates in the fourth insertion slot, and the second drive connector 260 rotates around the drive shaft, causing the second end 2202 of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 to rotate around the drive shaft of the second drive component 2302. The first drive component 2301 and the second drive component 2302 can independently control the rotation angle of the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 of the auxiliary air guide plate 220, thereby realizing the adjustment of different angles of the auxiliary air guide plate 220 to adapt to different airflow requirements.

[0145] The anti-rotation fit between the drive shaft and the insertion slot provides a stable connection method, which can withstand large torque and force. This ensures that there will be no relative sliding or rotation between the drive shaft and the drive connector during the rotation of the secondary air guide plate 220, thus guaranteeing the stability of the entire air guide plate assembly 200. It also enables the rotation of the drive shaft to be accurately transmitted to the drive connector, thereby precisely controlling the rotation angle of the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 of the secondary air guide plate 220. This helps to achieve precise adjustment of the airflow direction and improve the effect of indoor air conditioning.

[0146] In some embodiments, see Figure 13 , Figures 14 to 15 The main air guide plate 210 has a storage groove 210c on its surface facing the outside of the housing 100. The first driving member 2301 and the second driving member 2302 can drive the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 to rotate synchronously so that the secondary air guide plate 220 is stored in the storage groove 210c.

[0147] When the indoor unit 10 is working, if the auxiliary air guide plate 220 is not required to play its role, the first driving component 2301 and the second driving component 2302 can drive the first end 2201 and the second end 2202 to rotate synchronously and enter the storage groove 210c, thereby thickening the main air guide plate 210 and improving the heat insulation effect of the air guide plate assembly 200.

[0148] Furthermore, when the secondary air guide plate 220 is stored in the storage slot 210c of the primary air guide plate 210, the secondary air guide plate 220 does not have any extra protruding parts, and the overall lines of the indoor unit 10 are smoother, which can better integrate with the interior decoration style and improve the aesthetics of the entire indoor environment.

[0149] See Figure 3 and Figure 4 The main air guide plate 210 may also be provided with a first drive component mounting position 210d, a second drive component 2302 mounting position 210e, a first drive connector mounting notch 210f, and a second drive connector mounting notch 210g, so as to facilitate the installation and positioning of each component when assembling the air guide plate assembly 200.

[0150] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this application, and are not intended to limit them. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features therein. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. An air conditioner characterized by comprising: The air conditioner comprises: an indoor unit, the indoor unit comprising: a housing, the housing being provided with an air outlet; a damper assembly, the damper assembly comprising: a main damper, the main damper being rotatably arranged at the air outlet; a sub-damper, the sub-damper being a flexible damper, the sub-damper having a first end and a second end along a length direction of the sub-damper; a driving structure, the driving structure comprising: a first driving member, the first driving member being arranged on the main damper, a driving shaft of the first driving member being connected with the first end, the first driving member being configured to drive the first end to rotate; a second driving member, the second driving member being arranged on the main damper, a driving shaft of the second driving member being connected with the second end, the second driving member being configured to drive the second end to rotate.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein The indoor unit further comprises a control unit, the control unit being capable of respectively controlling the first driving member and the second driving member, so that the first driving member and the second driving member drive the first end and the second end to rotate to different angles.

3. The air conditioner according to claim 2, wherein The damper assembly comprises: a first driving connecting member, the first driving connecting member having a first connecting portion and a second connecting portion, the first connecting portion being connected with the driving shaft of the first driving member along the length direction of the sub-damper, the first driving member being capable of driving the first driving connecting member to rotate about the driving shaft of the first driving member, the driving shaft of the first driving member extending along the length direction of the sub-damper; a first driven connecting member, the first driven connecting member being connected with the first end and connected with the second connecting portion along a width direction of the sub-damper.

4. The air conditioner according to claim 3, wherein The damper assembly further comprises: a second driving connecting member, the second driving connecting member having a third connecting portion and a fourth connecting portion, the third connecting portion being connected with the driving shaft of the second driving member along the length direction of the sub-damper, the second driving member being capable of driving the second driving connecting member to rotate about the driving shaft of the second driving member, the driving shaft of the second driving member extending along the length direction of the sub-damper; a second driven connecting member, the second driven connecting member being connected with the second end and connected with the fourth connecting portion along the width direction of the sub-damper.

5. The air conditioner according to claim 4, wherein: the first driven connecting member is rotatably connected with the second connecting portion along the width direction of the sub-damper, so that the sub-damper can drive the first driven connecting member to rotate along the width direction of the sub-damper when the first end and the second end rotate to different angles; the second driven connecting member is rotatably connected with the fourth connecting portion along the width direction of the sub-damper, so that the sub-damper can drive the second driven connecting member to rotate along the width direction of the sub-damper when the first end and the second end rotate to different angles.

6. The air conditioner according to claim 4, wherein: the second connecting portion is a first insertion hole; the fourth connecting portion is a second insertion hole; the first driven connecting member comprises: a first connecting rod, the first connecting rod being a plate-shaped structure extending along the width direction of the sub-damper; A first insertion shaft extends along the width direction of the sub-guide panel and is connected to the first connecting rod. The first insertion shaft is inserted into the first insertion hole along the width direction of the sub-guide panel and is rotatable relative to the first insertion hole. The second driven connecting member includes: A second connecting rod is a plate-shaped structure extending along the width direction of the sub-guide panel. A second insertion shaft extends along the width direction of the sub-guide panel and is connected to the second connecting rod. The second insertion shaft is inserted into the second insertion hole along the width direction of the sub-guide panel and is rotatable relative to the second insertion hole.

7. The air conditioner of claim 6, wherein The first end is provided with a first insertion slot along the width direction of the sub-guide panel. The first connecting rod is inserted into the first insertion hole along the width direction of the sub-guide panel. The second end is provided with a second insertion slot along the width direction of the sub-guide panel. The second connecting rod is inserted into the second insertion hole along the width direction of the sub-guide panel.

8. The air conditioner according to claim 7, wherein Along the width direction of the sub-guide panel, the length of the first connecting rod matches the width of the sub-guide panel, and the length of the second connecting rod matches the width of the sub-guide panel.

9. The air conditioner of claim 4, wherein The first connecting portion is a third insertion slot. The second connecting portion is a fourth insertion slot. The driving shaft of the first driving member is inserted into the third insertion slot along the length direction of the sub-guide panel and is rotationally stopped by the third insertion slot. The driving shaft of the second driving member is inserted into the fourth insertion slot along the length direction of the sub-guide panel and is rotationally stopped by the fourth insertion slot.

10. The air conditioner according to claim 1, wherein The surface of the main guide panel facing outside the shell is provided with a receiving slot. The first driving member and the second driving member can drive the first end and the second end to rotate synchronously, so that the sub-guide panel is received in the receiving slot.

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