Air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of air conditioner, comprising: indoor unit body, the air outlet passage is provided in indoor unit body;Oxygen production device, at least part of oxygen production device is set on indoor unit body, and oxygen production device includes oxygen output channel, and the oxygen outlet of oxygen output channel is set towards air outlet passage, so that the airflow that oxygen output channel blows in forms mixed airflow with the airflow in air outlet passage and then blows into indoor;Sterilization component, sterilization component is set in the side of oxygen output channel and / or oxygen outlet, to sterilize the airflow blown into indoor.The present application solves the problem of unsatisfactory sterilization efficiency caused by the complete dependence of ion sterilization module in the air conditioner of the prior art on indoor air.

Description

Technical Field

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

[0002] Currently, air conditioners are indispensable appliances in homes and offices, and their functionality and comfort have always been a focus of user attention. With the increasing awareness of health, air conditioners equipped with oxygen generation and ion sterilization modules have appeared on the market, aiming to improve indoor air quality, kill bacteria and viruses in the air, and provide users with a healthier living environment.

[0003] Existing ion generators are typically located inside air ducts and are used to produce charged active particles to purify the air and sterilize it. These ion generators rely entirely on the ionization reaction of oxygen in the indoor air to generate active particles. When the indoor oxygen concentration decreases, the efficiency of the ionization reaction decreases, affecting the sterilization range and effectiveness. Utility Model Content

[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide an air conditioner that solves the problem of unsatisfactory sterilization efficiency caused by the ion sterilization module in the existing air conditioner relying entirely on indoor air.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, according to one aspect of the present invention, an air conditioner is provided, comprising: an indoor unit with an air outlet duct disposed therein; an oxygen generating device, at least partially disposed on the indoor unit, the oxygen generating device including an oxygen output duct, the oxygen outlet of the oxygen output duct being disposed toward the air outlet duct, so that the airflow blown into the oxygen output duct and the airflow in the air outlet duct are mixed and then blown into the room; and a sterilization component disposed in the oxygen output duct and / or to the side of the oxygen outlet, for sterilizing the airflow blown into the room.

[0006] Furthermore, the sterilization component includes: a first sterilization component disposed on the side of the oxygen outlet to sterilize the mixed airflow; and / or; a second sterilization component disposed within the oxygen output channel to sterilize the oxygen within the oxygen output channel.

[0007] Furthermore, the oxygen outlet and the sterilization components are respectively installed on the side wall of the air outlet duct; wherein, there are at least two sets of sterilization components, and the at least two sets of sterilization components are arranged around the oxygen outlet; or, there are at least two sets of sterilization components, and the at least two sets of sterilization components are respectively located on the side of the oxygen outlet near the air outlet of the air outlet duct.

[0008] Furthermore, the air outlet duct includes a first channel wall and a second channel wall. The first channel wall and the second channel wall are located at the same end of the indoor unit and are spaced apart along the length of the indoor unit. The first channel wall is closer to the middle of the air outlet duct than the second channel wall. The oxygen outlet is located on the second channel wall, and the sterilization component is located on the first channel wall.

[0009] Furthermore, the first channel wall and the second channel wall have a stepped structure. The air outlet channel includes: a first air guide channel and a second air guide channel that are interconnected. A sweeping component is installed in the first air guide channel, and a flow guiding component is installed in the second air guide channel. The first channel wall is located inside the first air guide channel, and the second channel wall is located inside the second air guide channel.

[0010] Furthermore, there are multiple oxygen output channels, which are spaced apart inside the indoor unit. Sterilization components are installed on the side of each oxygen outlet and / or inside each oxygen output channel.

[0011] Furthermore, the air outlet duct includes a first channel wall and a third channel wall arranged opposite to each other, and both the first channel wall and the third channel wall are provided with oxygen outlets and sterilization components.

[0012] Furthermore, the oxygen generating device also includes: a filter component disposed within the oxygen output channel for filtering the oxygen within the oxygen output channel; and a flow monitoring component, at least a portion of which is disposed within the oxygen output channel and located on the outlet side of the filter component, for monitoring the oxygen flow rate within the oxygen output channel.

[0013] Furthermore, the air conditioner also includes an outdoor unit, and the oxygen generating device also includes an oxygen generating component, which is installed inside the outdoor unit. The oxygen generating component is connected to the oxygen output channel through an oxygen delivery pipe, so that the oxygen in the oxygen generating component can be delivered to the oxygen output channel through the oxygen delivery pipe.

[0014] Furthermore, the air conditioner also includes an environmental parameter detection component, which is installed on the indoor unit and is used to detect air parameters in the indoor air. The environmental parameter detection component is connected to the oxygen generation component and the sterilization component respectively.

[0015] The air conditioner provided in this application, using the technical solution of this utility model, includes an indoor unit, an oxygen generating device, and a sterilization component. The indoor unit is provided with an air outlet channel. At least part of the oxygen generating device is disposed on the indoor unit. The oxygen generating device includes an oxygen output channel, and the oxygen outlet of the oxygen output channel is disposed facing the air outlet channel so that the airflow blown into the oxygen output channel and the airflow in the air outlet channel form a mixed airflow before being blown into the room. The sterilization component is disposed in the oxygen output channel and / or on the side of the oxygen outlet to sterilize the airflow blown into the room.

[0016] In this application, the oxygen outlet of the oxygen output channel points directly to the air conditioner's air outlet duct, ensuring that the oxygen generated by the oxygen generator can quickly and effectively mix with the indoor air. Since the sterilization component is located inside the oxygen output channel or to the side of the oxygen outlet, once the oxygen is discharged from the output channel, it can be immediately ionized by the ion generator in the sterilization component, generating a high concentration of active particles. This direct and rapid oxygen supply mechanism greatly improves ionization efficiency, thereby generating more active particles and significantly enhancing the air sterilization effect. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 A structural schematic diagram of an embodiment of an air conditioner according to the present invention is shown;

[0019] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of a first embodiment of an air conditioner according to the present invention is shown;

[0020] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a second embodiment of an air conditioner according to the present invention is shown;

[0021] Figure 4 A structural schematic diagram of a third embodiment of an air conditioner according to the present invention is shown.

[0022] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0023] 100. Indoor unit; 110. Air outlet duct; 111. First duct wall; 112. Second duct wall; 113. First air guide duct; 114. Second air guide duct; 115. Third duct wall; 120. Air swing assembly; 130. Airflow guide assembly;

[0024] 200. Oxygen generating device; 210. Oxygen output channel; 211. Oxygen outlet; 220. Oxygen generating assembly; 230. Oxygen delivery pipe;

[0025] 300. Sterilization component; 310. First sterilization part;

[0026] 400. Outdoor unit. Detailed Implementation

[0027] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] As mentioned in the background section, existing air conditioners, in order to provide a healthier living environment, have incorporated oxygen-generating and ion-sterilization modules. These modules aim to improve indoor air quality and kill bacteria and viruses in the air. The ion generator in traditional air conditioners is typically located inside the air duct, used to generate charged active particles to purify the air and sterilize it. These ion generators rely on the ionization reaction of oxygen in the air to produce active particles. However, because the oxygen concentration can be limited during the transfer between the indoor and outdoor units, especially within the closed system of the air conditioner, insufficient oxygen supply becomes a key factor affecting the ionization efficiency and sterilization effect of the ion generator. A decrease in oxygen concentration leads to a reduction in the efficiency of the ionization reaction, thereby reducing the amount of active particles generated and directly affecting the sterilization range and effect. Therefore, to address the aforementioned technical problems, the air conditioner provided in this application includes an indoor unit 100, an oxygen generator 200, and a sterilization component 300. The indoor unit 100 has an air outlet duct 110. At least a portion of the oxygen generator 200 is disposed on the indoor unit 100. The oxygen generator 200 includes an oxygen output duct 210, with its oxygen outlet 211 facing the air outlet duct 110, so that the airflow blown into the oxygen output duct 210 mixes with the airflow within the air outlet duct 110 before being blown into the room. The sterilization component 300 is disposed within the oxygen output duct 210 and / or to the side of the oxygen outlet 211 to sterilize the airflow blown into the room. By optimizing the relative positions of the oxygen generator 200 and the sterilization component 300, the ionization efficiency and sterilization effect of the ion generator are significantly improved. Specifically, the oxygen outlet 211 of the oxygen output channel 210 faces directly towards the air outlet channel 110, ensuring rapid mixing of oxygen with indoor air and creating a high-concentration oxygen environment at the air outlet. This design not only improves oxygen utilization but also provides a more abundant oxygen source for the ion sterilization module, enhancing the intensity of the ionization reaction and the generation of active particles. The sterilization component 300 is located within the oxygen output channel 210 and / or to the side of the oxygen outlet 211, allowing oxygen to be ionized immediately upon discharge. The generated active particles do not need to undergo long-distance transmission and can be directly blown into the room with the mixed airflow. This not only reduces the attenuation of active particles during transmission but also significantly expands the coverage area of ​​active particles and improves sterilization efficiency. Placing the sterilization component 300 within the oxygen output channel 210 also protects the ion generator from impurities in the indoor air, extending its service life and reducing maintenance costs. Furthermore, by placing the sterilization component 300 to the side of the oxygen outlet 211, its position can be flexibly adjusted to adapt to the design requirements of different air conditioning models, improving the versatility and feasibility of the solution.

[0029] Please refer to Figures 1 to 4This application provides an air conditioner, including: an indoor unit 100, with an air outlet duct 110 disposed therein; an oxygen generator 200, at least a portion of which is disposed on the indoor unit 100, the oxygen generator 200 including an oxygen output duct 210, the oxygen outlet 211 of which is disposed toward the air outlet duct 110, so that the airflow blown into the oxygen output duct 210 and the airflow in the air outlet duct 110 form a mixed airflow before being blown into the room; and a sterilization component 300 disposed therein and / or to the side of the oxygen outlet 210 and the oxygen outlet 211, for sterilizing the airflow blown into the room.

[0030] The air conditioner provided in this application includes an indoor unit 100, an oxygen generator 200, and a sterilization component 300. The indoor unit 100 has an air outlet duct 110. At least a portion of the oxygen generator 200 is disposed on the indoor unit 100. The oxygen generator 200 includes an oxygen output duct 210, and the oxygen outlet 211 of the oxygen output duct 210 is disposed facing the air outlet duct 110 so that the airflow blown into the oxygen output duct 210 and the airflow in the air outlet duct 110 form a mixed airflow before being blown into the room. The sterilization component 300 is disposed in the oxygen output duct 210 and / or on the side of the oxygen outlet 211 to sterilize the airflow blown into the room.

[0031] In this application, the oxygen outlet 211 of the oxygen output channel 210 points directly to the air outlet duct 110 of the air conditioner, ensuring that the oxygen generated by the oxygen generator 200 can be quickly and effectively mixed with the indoor air. Since the sterilization component 300 is located inside the oxygen output channel 210 or to the side of the oxygen outlet 211, once the oxygen is discharged from the output channel, it can be immediately ionized by the ion generator in the sterilization component, generating a high concentration of active particles. This direct and rapid oxygen supply mechanism greatly improves ionization efficiency, thereby generating more active particles and significantly enhancing the air sterilization effect.

[0032] Because the active particles are generated near the oxygen outlet 211 and directly blown into the room along with the airflow from the air conditioner, the attenuation or dilution that might occur during their transmission within the air duct is avoided. This directly results in a more uniform distribution of active particles indoors, covering a wider area, effectively killing bacteria and viruses throughout the entire indoor space, and improving the overall air hygiene level.

[0033] By placing the sterilization component 300 inside the oxygen output channel 210, a cleaner working environment is provided for the ion generator, reducing the direct damage to the ion generator from dust and impurities in the indoor air, effectively extending its service life, reducing maintenance costs, and ensuring long-term high-efficiency sterilization.

[0034] This design allows the sterilization component 300 to be installed in different positions within the oxygen output channel 210, or to be flexibly arranged on the side of the oxygen outlet 211. This means that it can be designed specifically for different indoor unit 100 structures and space requirements.

[0035] Specifically, the sterilization component 300 includes: a first sterilization component 310 disposed on the side of the oxygen outlet 211 to sterilize the mixed airflow; and / or; a second sterilization component disposed within the oxygen output channel 210 to sterilize the oxygen within the oxygen output channel 210.

[0036] By installing a second sterilization component inside the oxygen output channel 210, bacteria and viruses in the oxygen can be initially sterilized before it is fully mixed with the indoor air, ensuring that the oxygen entering the mixing stage has undergone preliminary purification. Subsequently, the first sterilization component 310 sterilizes the mixed airflow again on the side of the oxygen outlet 211, achieving a dual sterilization effect and greatly improving the overall efficiency and comprehensiveness of air purification.

[0037] The first sterilization component 310 is placed to the side of the oxygen outlet 211, so that the active particles act on the mixed airflow immediately after generation. This reduces the attenuation of the active particles during the transmission process from the generator to the indoor space and effectively avoids the situation where the active particles lose their activity before reaching the target area, thereby expanding the effective range of sterilization.

[0038] The second sterilization component sterilizes the oxygen output channel 210 first, which can specifically eliminate potential pollutants carried by the oxygen itself or generated during the oxygen production process, ensuring that the pure oxygen is thoroughly purified before entering the room, providing users with a fresher and healthier breathing environment.

[0039] In the first embodiment provided in this application, such as Figure 2 As shown, the oxygen outlet 211 and the sterilization component 300 are respectively installed on the side wall of the air outlet duct 110; wherein, there are at least two sets of sterilization components 300, and the at least two sets of sterilization components 300 are arranged around the oxygen outlet 211.

[0040] When the sterilization components 300 are arranged in at least two groups around the oxygen outlet 211, this design ensures that oxygen is immediately received by the surrounding sterilization components 300 upon release, thereby greatly improving the instantaneous ionization rate of oxygen. This means that the generation of active particles is more rapid and dense, enabling more effective purification of bacteria and viruses in the air, significantly expanding the sterilization coverage and improving the overall sterilization efficiency. Compared with traditional single-location sterilization components, the surrounding layout can ionize oxygen from multiple angles, maintaining a highly efficient ionization reaction even when the oxygen flow direction changes, enhancing the stability and reliability of the system.

[0041] The surrounding layout shortens the time it takes for oxygen to be converted into active particles because the ion generator can act immediately on fresh oxygen, reducing waiting time and potential oxygen diffusion loss.

[0042] In the second embodiment provided in the application, such as Figure 3 As shown, there are at least two sets of sterilization components 300, and the at least two sets of sterilization components 300 are located on the side of the oxygen outlet 211 near the air outlet of the air outlet channel 110.

[0043] When the sterilization components 300 are located on the side of the oxygen outlet 211 near the air outlet of the air duct 110, this layout also emphasizes close contact between oxygen and the ion generator, but focuses more on the directional delivery of active particles. Because the sterilization components 300 are adjacent to the oxygen outlet 211, the generated active particles can be directly blown into the indoor space with the airflow, reducing the residence time and loss of active particles inside the air duct and ensuring maximum sterilization effect. This design also facilitates adjustment of the mixing ratio of oxygen and active particles, dynamically adjusting the oxygen flow rate and the working status of the sterilization components according to actual needs, achieving more refined air purification management.

[0044] By placing the sterilization component 300 close to the air outlet, active particles can be concentrated and distributed in a specific area within a short period of time, forming a high-density cloud of active particles. This arrangement is beneficial for deep sterilization in localized areas.

[0045] The design of the sterilization components 300, which are arranged around or on both sides, also takes into account the principles of aerodynamics. It makes full use of the airflow distribution characteristics of the air outlet duct 110 to ensure uniform mixing of oxygen with indoor air, avoiding local over-concentration or over-sparse phenomena, and further improving the uniformity of air purification and user comfort.

[0046] In the third embodiment provided in this application, such as Figure 4 As shown, the air outlet duct 110 includes a first channel wall 111 and a second channel wall 112. The first channel wall 111 and the second channel wall 112 are located at the same end of the indoor unit 100 and are spaced apart along the length of the indoor unit 100. The first channel wall 111 is closer to the middle of the air outlet duct 110 than the second channel wall 112. The oxygen outlet 211 is located on the second channel wall 112, and the sterilization component 300 is located on the first channel wall 111.

[0047] The oxygen outlet 211 is located on the second channel wall 112, while the sterilization component 300 is located on the first channel wall 111. This design ensures that when oxygen enters the air outlet 110, it can undergo preliminary mixing with the air inside the channel, while still maintaining a high oxygen concentration. Since the first channel wall 111 is closer to the middle of the air outlet 110, this means that the sterilization component 300 is in a more favorable position for ionization reactions, because it can receive the airflow from the oxygen outlet 211 mixed with the indoor air, resulting in a relatively high oxygen concentration, which is conducive to the generation of more active particles.

[0048] This wall-mounted design allows the generated active particles to quickly diffuse into a wider area of ​​the air outlet duct 110, making more thorough contact with the indoor air passing through it, thereby improving the sterilization coverage and efficiency. The active particles originate from the first channel wall 111 near the center of the air outlet duct, maximizing the use of airflow within the channel to achieve a uniform distribution. This ensures that indoor air discharged from the air outlet duct 110 contains sufficient active particles from any direction, achieving comprehensive sterilization.

[0049] By setting an oxygen outlet 211 on the second channel wall 112, the oxygen output is made more concentrated and directional, reducing unnecessary diffusion and consumption of oxygen in the air duct. At the same time, because the transmission path of active particles in the air outlet channel 110 is shorter, the energy consumption of electrically driven airflow transmission is reduced, thereby ensuring efficient sterilization while reducing overall energy consumption and improving the economic and environmental performance of the air conditioner.

[0050] The sterilization component 300 on the first channel wall 111 is separated from the oxygen outlet 211 on the second channel wall 112 by a certain distance. This can prevent the airflow at the oxygen outlet from directly impacting the sterilization component, reduce mutual interference between internal components, and enhance the stability and reliability of the equipment operation.

[0051] In this embodiment, the first channel wall 111 and the second channel wall 112 have a stepped structure. The air outlet channel 110 includes a first air guide channel 113 and a second air guide channel 114 that are interconnected. A sweeping component 120 is provided in the first air guide channel 113, and a flow guide component 130 is provided in the second air guide channel 114. The first channel wall 111 is located in the first air guide channel 113, and the second channel wall 112 is located in the second air guide channel 114.

[0052] The stepped structure allows for a smoother transition of airflow through the first air guide channel 113 and the second air guide channel 114, avoiding the turbulence commonly found at right-angle turns. This promotes uniform airflow distribution indoors, preventing localized overcooling or overheating and providing users with a more comfortable and even air experience. Furthermore, the segmented arrangement of the air sweeping assembly 120 and the air guide assembly 130 allows for independent control of the horizontal and vertical directions of airflow, further enhancing the flexibility and precision of airflow guidance.

[0053] The sweeping assembly 120 on the first channel wall 111 evenly distributes the oxygen output from the oxygen generation module throughout the first air guide channel 113, while the flow guiding assembly 130 in the second channel wall 112 guides this oxygen and the active particles generated by the ion generator into the indoor space. This design ensures thorough mixing of oxygen and active particles, and through the natural transition of airflow, achieves uniform distribution of active particles throughout the room, improving the air purification and sterilization effect.

[0054] In the specific implementation process, there are multiple oxygen output channels 210, which are spaced apart in the indoor unit 100. Sterilization components 300 are respectively installed on the side of each oxygen outlet 211 and / or inside each oxygen output channel 210.

[0055] By setting multiple spaced oxygen output channels 210 within the indoor unit 100, and equipping each oxygen outlet 211 with a sterilization component 300 on its side and inside the channel, it is ensured that oxygen output from different directions and positions can be immediately sterilized. This layout design makes the air purification effect more uniform, maintaining a high-efficiency sterilization effect in every corner regardless of the indoor air flow pattern, thereby creating a comprehensively purified indoor environment.

[0056] The multiple oxygen output channels 210 increase the contact area and time between oxygen and the sterilization component 300, which helps to improve the generation efficiency of active particles. At the same time, since the active particles begin to sterilize immediately after generation, their transmission distance in indoor air is reduced, minimizing loss during transmission, improving utilization efficiency, and further enhancing the sterilization effect.

[0057] Multiple oxygen output channels 210 can be flexibly adjusted in position and number according to the size and layout of the indoor space and the specific needs of the user, ensuring comprehensiveness and efficiency of air treatment.

[0058] Distributing the functions of oxygen generation and sterilization to multiple oxygen output channels 210 and their corresponding sterilization components 300 can reduce the load on each component, avoid losses and failures caused by long-term high-load operation of a single component, thereby extending the service life of the entire system and reducing long-term maintenance costs.

[0059] Furthermore, the air outlet duct 110 includes a first channel wall 111 and a third channel wall 115 arranged opposite to each other, and both the first channel wall 111 and the third channel wall 115 are provided with an oxygen outlet 211 and a sterilization component 300.

[0060] By placing oxygen outlets 211 and sterilization components 300 on the opposite walls of the air conditioning system, the air conditioner can simultaneously release oxygen and active sterilization particles from two different directions, creating a bidirectional air purification and sterilization effect. This design increases the coverage of the air handling system, ensuring that every corner receives sufficient oxygen and active particles, even in large spaces or complex layouts, greatly improving the overall efficiency and uniformity of air purification and sterilization.

[0061] The oxygen outlet 211 and sterilization component 300 installed on the dual-channel wall act as a double safety net for the system. If the component on one side fails or its efficiency decreases, the component on the other side can still work normally and continue to purify and sterilize the air, ensuring that the system can provide a basic healthy air environment under any circumstances, thus improving the overall reliability and stability of the system.

[0062] The dual-wall design of the air outlet 110, combined with the relative positions of the oxygen outlet and the sterilization component, effectively utilizes aerodynamic principles to optimize airflow organization. The airflow between the oxygen outlet 211 and the sterilization component 300 on the third channel wall 115 creates a directional propulsion force, which helps enhance the mixing effect of oxygen and indoor air, while promoting the uniform distribution of active particles, providing users with a higher quality air purification experience.

[0063] The oxygen generating device 200 further includes: a filter element disposed in the oxygen output channel 210 for filtering the oxygen in the oxygen output channel 210; and a flow monitoring element, at least a portion of which is disposed in the oxygen output channel 210 and located on the outlet side of the filter element for monitoring the oxygen flow rate in the oxygen output channel 210.

[0064] The filter element, located within the oxygen output channel 210, ensures the high purity of the output oxygen. By filtering impurities, particles, and potential contaminants from the air, the oxygen generator provides a purer oxygen source. This high-purity oxygen is more conducive to the ionization reaction in the sterilization component 300, generating more and more effective active particles. The quantity and quality of active particles directly affect the sterilization effect; therefore, the addition of the filter element significantly improves the efficiency and quality of sterilization.

[0065] At least a portion of the flow monitoring component is located on the outlet side of the filter component, specifically within the oxygen output channel 210, enabling real-time monitoring and control of the oxygen flow rate through this channel. This function is crucial for the coordinated operation of the oxygen generator and the sterilization components. By monitoring the oxygen flow rate, the system can dynamically adjust the operating parameters of the oxygen generator module, ensuring that the oxygen supply matches the sterilization requirements and preventing decreased ionization efficiency or poor sterilization effects due to excessive or insufficient oxygen. The introduction of the flow monitoring component enables precise control of the oxygen supply, enhancing the overall stability and reliability of the system.

[0066] The air conditioner also includes an outdoor unit 400, and the oxygen generating device 200 also includes an oxygen generating component 220, which is installed inside the outdoor unit 400. The oxygen generating component 220 is connected to the oxygen output channel 210 through an oxygen delivery pipe 230, so that the oxygen in the oxygen generating component 220 can be delivered to the oxygen output channel 210 through the oxygen delivery pipe 230.

[0067] By placing the oxygen generating component 220 inside the outdoor unit 400, away from the indoor unit 100 where the air conditioner's air outlet duct 110 is located, this design effectively isolates the oxygen generation process from potential indoor pollutants and bacteria. The relatively clean outdoor environment is conducive to the purity and output of oxygen, ensuring that the oxygen supplied to the indoor unit 100 is of high quality, providing excellent raw materials for subsequent ion sterilization.

[0068] The oxygen generating unit 220 typically generates some noise and vibration during operation. Moving it to the outdoor unit 400, away from the user's living space, can greatly reduce these negative impacts and improve the user's quality of life.

[0069] The outdoor unit 400 generally has a stronger heat dissipation capacity and a more stable operating environment. Therefore, placing the oxygen generating component 220 outdoors can better utilize its oxygen production efficiency and reduce resource waste.

[0070] The oxygen generating component 220 of the outdoor unit 400 is less affected by the environment and is less prone to dust accumulation or moisture, which helps extend the component's lifespan and reduce maintenance frequency and costs. The indoor unit 100 avoids mechanical vibration and other interference during the oxygen generation process, further improving the overall stability and durability of the system.

[0071] The air conditioner also includes an environmental parameter detection component, which is installed on the indoor unit 100 and is used to detect air parameters in the indoor air. The environmental parameter detection component is connected to the oxygen generating component 220 and the sterilization component 300 by signal respectively.

[0072] The air conditioner integrates an environmental parameter detection component, located on the indoor unit 100, to monitor various indoor air parameters in real time, such as temperature, humidity, PM2.5 concentration, VOCs (volatile organic compounds) levels, and CO2 concentration. It also establishes signal connections with the oxygen generator 220 and the sterilization unit 300. This innovative integration not only enhances the basic functions of the air conditioner but also endows it with intelligent environmental sensing and proactive purification capabilities, creating a healthier and more comfortable living space for users.

[0073] Specifically, the environmental parameter detection component continuously collects indoor environmental data. By analyzing this data, the air conditioner can automatically determine whether to activate oxygen generation or sterilization functions, and what intensity and mode to adopt. For example, when poor air quality is detected (such as high PM2.5 concentration), the oxygen generator 220 can be automatically activated to increase oxygen output, while the sterilization component 300 is activated to operate at a higher intensity and quickly purify the air. Conversely, when air quality is good, the oxygen output and sterilization intensity can be appropriately reduced to save energy and reduce unnecessary noise.

[0074] Based on signal feedback from environmental parameter detection components, the air conditioner can intelligently identify user needs and changes in the indoor environment, providing personalized air purification services. For example, in a crowded meeting room, where CO2 concentration rises, the air conditioner can automatically increase oxygen supply and enhance sterilization functions to create a fresh and healthy breathing environment. At night or in silent mode, it automatically adjusts to the lowest energy consumption purification mode based on indoor human activity and ambient noise levels, ensuring both air quality and a quiet resting atmosphere.

[0075] By integrating environmental parameter detection components, users can view indoor air conditions in real time and understand the actual effectiveness of oxygen generation and sterilization functions, increasing transparency. Simultaneously, users can manually adjust the operating parameters of the oxygen generator 220 and sterilization unit 300 according to personal preferences or needs, such as setting timer modes and selecting specific sterilization programs, enhancing user engagement and trust in the product's functions.

[0076] Preferably, the environmental parameter detection components include a temperature and humidity sensor, an air quality sensor, and an oxygen concentration sensor: the temperature and humidity sensor is a high-precision, fast-response sensor, such as the SHT31 digital temperature and humidity sensor, which can simultaneously measure temperature and relative humidity and is suitable for various environmental conditions. The air quality sensor includes a PM2.5 particulate matter sensor and a VOC (volatile organic compound) sensor, such as the Sharp GP2Y1014AU particulate matter sensor and the SGP30 VOC sensor, which are used to monitor the concentration of particulate matter and the content of volatile organic compounds in the air, respectively.

[0077] In this application, the sterilization component 300 is an ion generator and / or an ultraviolet lamp, which generates positive and negative ions through a high-voltage electric field. These ions can come into contact with microorganisms such as bacteria and viruses in the air, destroying their cell membranes or DNA structures to achieve sterilization. Ultraviolet light in the UV-C band can effectively inactivate microorganisms. By installing ultraviolet lamps inside the air conditioning system, bacteria and viruses in the air are irradiated, destroying their nucleic acid structures and preventing their replication and spread.

[0078] Preferably, this application places the ion generator inside the oxygen output channel 210, and the ultraviolet lamp to the side of the oxygen outlet 211. By placing the ion generator inside the oxygen output channel 210, a large number of positive and negative ions can be generated immediately at the source of oxygen production, effectively neutralizing bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms in the air. The side installation of the ultraviolet lamp provides secondary sterilization protection, ensuring that even if microorganisms escape ion sterilization, they can be eliminated by ultraviolet light, significantly improving sterilization efficiency and reliability.

[0079] The air conditioner described in this application solves the problem of insufficient oxygen concentration affecting the ionization effect of the ion generator and reducing the sterilization effect by rationally arranging the positional relationship between the oxygen outlet and the ion generator. Placing the oxygen outlet and the ion generator on the same side allows for a higher oxygen concentration, which facilitates better ionization of active particles by the ion generator, ensuring ionization efficiency and improving the sterilization effect. Simultaneously, placing the ion generator at the air duct opening allows for direct blowing out of the ionized active particles, increasing the coverage area of ​​the active particles and expanding the sterilization range.

[0080] The oxygen generating component 220 of the oxygen generating device 200 is installed on the outdoor unit 400, and the sterilization component 300 is installed on the indoor unit 100. The oxygen outlet of the oxygen generating module and the ion generator are located on the left side of the indoor unit of the air conditioner, both on the bottom shell. The ion generator is installed at the outer edge of the air duct opening, roughly flush with the air sweeping blades, and its position remains unchanged. To ensure sterilization effectiveness, the relative positional relationship between the oxygen outlet and the ion generator can be one of the following three possibilities:

[0081] like Figure 4As shown, the oxygen outlet and the ion generator are located on different planes. The oxygen outlet is located in the middle of the rotating shaft of the large and small air guide plates further to the left of the ion generator. At this time, the oxygen exhaust direction of the oxygen outlet is the position of the ion generator. Afterwards, the active particles obtained by the ionization of oxygen are blown into the room through the air guide device.

[0082] like Figure 2 As shown, the oxygen outlet and the ion generator are set on the same plane, and the oxygen outlet is between the two carbon brush heads of the ion generator. At this time, the oxygen discharged through the oxygen outlet can be ionized immediately, and the active particles obtained by ionization are blown into the room through the air guide device.

[0083] like Figure 3 As shown, the oxygen outlet and the ion generator are set on the same plane. The oxygen outlet is located inside the air duct and is a certain distance away from the ion generator. At this time, oxygen is discharged into the air duct and then blown towards the ion generator by the fan blades and ionized. The active particles obtained by ionization are then blown into the room by the air guide device.

[0084] As can be seen from the above description, the embodiments of this utility model achieve the following technical effects:

[0085] The air conditioner provided in this application includes an indoor unit 100, an oxygen generator 200, and a sterilization component 300. The indoor unit 100 has an air outlet duct 110. At least a portion of the oxygen generator 200 is disposed on the indoor unit 100. The oxygen generator 200 includes an oxygen output duct 210, and the oxygen outlet 211 of the oxygen output duct 210 is disposed facing the air outlet duct 110 so that the airflow blown into the oxygen output duct 210 and the airflow in the air outlet duct 110 form a mixed airflow before being blown into the room. The sterilization component 300 is disposed in the oxygen output duct 210 and / or on the side of the oxygen outlet 211 to sterilize the airflow blown into the room.

[0086] In this application, the oxygen outlet 211 of the oxygen output channel 210 points directly to the air outlet duct 110 of the air conditioner, ensuring that the oxygen generated by the oxygen generator 200 can be quickly and effectively mixed with the indoor air. Since the sterilization component 300 is located inside the oxygen output channel 210 or to the side of the oxygen outlet 211, once the oxygen is discharged from the output channel, it can be immediately ionized by the ion generator in the sterilization component, generating a high concentration of active particles. This direct and rapid oxygen supply mechanism greatly improves ionization efficiency, thereby generating more active particles and significantly enhancing the air sterilization effect.

[0087] Because the active particles are generated near the oxygen outlet 211 and directly blown into the room along with the airflow from the air conditioner, the attenuation or dilution that might occur during their transmission within the air duct is avoided. This directly results in a more uniform distribution of active particles indoors, covering a wider area, effectively killing bacteria and viruses throughout the entire indoor space, and improving the overall air hygiene level.

[0088] By placing the sterilization component 300 inside the oxygen output channel 210, a cleaner working environment is provided for the ion generator, reducing the direct damage to the ion generator from dust and impurities in the indoor air, effectively extending its service life, reducing maintenance costs, and ensuring long-term high-efficiency sterilization.

[0089] This design allows the sterilization component 300 to be installed in different positions within the oxygen output channel 210, or to be flexibly arranged on the side of the oxygen outlet 211. This means that it can be designed specifically for different indoor unit 100 structures and space requirements.

[0090] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0091] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps described in these embodiments do not limit the scope of this application. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following drawings denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it need not be further discussed in subsequent drawings.

[0092] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0093] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0094] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of this application described herein can be implemented in sequences other than those illustrated or described herein.

[0095] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An air conditioner, characterized in that, include: An indoor unit (100) is provided with an air outlet duct (110); An oxygen generating device (200) is provided, at least a portion of which is disposed on the indoor unit (100). The oxygen generating device (200) includes an oxygen output channel (210), the oxygen outlet (211) of which is disposed toward the air outlet channel (110) so that the airflow blown into the oxygen output channel (210) and the airflow in the air outlet channel (110) form a mixed airflow and then blown into the room. A sterilization component (300) is disposed within the oxygen output channel (210) and / or on the side of the oxygen outlet (211) to sterilize the airflow blown into the room.

2. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sterilization component (300) includes: A first sterilization component (310) is disposed to the side of the oxygen outlet (211) to sterilize the mixed airflow; and / or; The second sterilization component is disposed in the oxygen output channel (210) to sterilize the oxygen in the oxygen output channel (210).

3. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The oxygen outlet (211) and the sterilization component (300) are respectively disposed on the side wall of the air outlet channel (110); The sterilization components (300) are at least two sets, and the at least two sets of sterilization components (300) are arranged around the oxygen outlet (211); Alternatively, the sterilization component (300) may be in at least two sets, with each set located on the side of the oxygen outlet (211) near the air outlet of the air outlet channel (110).

4. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air outlet duct (110) includes a first duct wall (111) and a second duct wall (112). The first duct wall (111) and the second duct wall (112) are located at the same end of the indoor unit (100) and are spaced apart along the length of the indoor unit (100). The first duct wall (111) is closer to the middle of the air outlet duct (110) than the second duct wall (112). The oxygen outlet (211) is located on the second channel wall (112), and the sterilization component (300) is located on the first channel wall (111).

5. The air conditioner according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first channel wall (111) and the second channel wall (112) have a stepped structure, and the air outlet channel (110) includes: A first air guide channel (113) and a second air guide channel (114) are interconnected. A sweeping component (120) is provided in the first air guide channel (113), and a flow guiding component (130) is provided in the second air guide channel (114). The wall surface of the first channel (111) is located in the first air guide channel (113), and the wall surface of the second channel (112) is located in the second air guide channel (114).

6. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are multiple oxygen output channels (210), and the multiple oxygen output channels (210) are spaced apart in the indoor unit (100). A sterilization component (300) is provided on the side of each oxygen outlet (211) and / or inside each oxygen output channel (210).

7. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air outlet channel (110) includes a first channel wall (111) and a third channel wall (115) arranged opposite to each other. Both the first channel wall (111) and the third channel wall (115) are provided with an oxygen outlet (211) and a sterilization component (300).

8. The air conditioner according to claim 1, characterized in that, The oxygen generating device (200) also includes: A filter element is disposed in the oxygen output channel (210) for filtering the oxygen in the oxygen output channel (210); A flow monitoring component, at least a portion of which is disposed within the oxygen output channel (210) and located on the outlet side of the filter component, for monitoring the oxygen flow rate within the oxygen output channel (210).

9. The air conditioner according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The air conditioner also includes an outdoor unit (400), and the oxygen generating device (200) further includes: An oxygen generating assembly (220) is installed inside the outdoor unit (400). The oxygen generating assembly (220) is connected to the oxygen output channel (210) through an oxygen delivery pipe (230) so that the oxygen in the oxygen generating assembly (220) can be delivered to the oxygen output channel (210) through the oxygen delivery pipe (230).

10. The air conditioner according to claim 9, characterized in that, The air conditioner also includes: An environmental parameter detection component is installed on the indoor unit (100) to detect air parameters in the indoor air. The environmental parameter detection component is connected to the oxygen generating component (220) and the sterilization component (300) respectively.

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