Air purifier

Abstract

The utility model discloses air purifier, include: main part, the circumferential surface is formed with the air inlet, and the upper portion surface of air inlet is formed with the air outlet, and the seat device is detachably arranged on the main part, and the seat device includes: seat, the seat cover surrounds the outside periphery of seat, and forms the space on the upside of seat, and the annular RFID antenna surrounds the space. According to the utility model, can identify pet, and according to the pet management data of being identified, thereby provide the optimal service.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an air purifier, and more specifically, to an air purifier having a base device disposed on the upper side of the emitted purified air. Background Technology

[0002] An air purifier is a device that creates airflow, filters the flowing air, and improves the cleanliness of the air in a constant space.

[0003] An air purifier may have an air inlet on one side and an exhaust outlet on the other side, and a filter is installed inside.

[0004] Air purifiers can have their exhaust vents facing upwards so that the filtered air is not directly passed to the user.

[0005] Korean Patent Publication KR10-2022-7014516A discloses an air purifier with a pet mode and its control method. In Korean Patent Publication KR10-2022-7014516A, the airflow is increased during pet mode operation. Specifically, the airflow of the lower air purification module is increased to improve deodorization performance.

[0006] Korean patent KR10-2022-7014516A discloses a system that includes an RFID-based smart toilet that senses a pet. When the RFID chip attached to the pet is detected, the toilet lid will open to reveal the toilet seat.

[0007] However, according to Korean patent KR10-2022-7014516A, if a pet is within the RFID identification range, the toilet seat may be opened even if the pet is not defecating.

[0008] Furthermore, existing technical literature does not provide pets with adequate resting spaces and various services. Utility Model Content

[0009] Problems to be solved by utility models

[0010] The purpose of this invention is to provide an air purifier that creates a space for pets to rest without interfering with the function of the air purifier.

[0011] The purpose of this invention is to provide optimal services to pets by identifying and managing them.

[0012] The purpose of this invention is to provide a structure that can improve the accuracy of RFID identification.

[0013] The purpose of this invention is to provide an air purifier that can prevent malfunctions and improve reliability.

[0014] The purpose of this invention is to provide an air purifier with various functions such as measuring a pet's weight, heating, and measuring usage time, thereby enabling the user to monitor the pet's condition and daily routine.

[0015] The problems of this utility model are not limited to those mentioned above, and those skilled in the art will clearly understand other problems not mentioned from the following description.

[0016] means for solving problems

[0017] The air purifier of this utility model includes: a main body with an air inlet formed on its peripheral surface and an exhaust outlet formed on the upper surface of the air inlet; and a seat device on the upper side of the main body, thereby creating a space for pets to rest without hindering the function of the air purifier.

[0018] The air purifier in this embodiment of the invention can have a space formed on the upper side of the seat, and a ring-shaped RFID antenna can be arranged to surround the space, thereby improving the accuracy of RFID identification.

[0019] The air purifier of this utility model embodiment includes: a main body with an air inlet formed on its peripheral surface and an exhaust port formed on the upper surface of the air inlet; and a base device detachably disposed on the main body; the base device includes: a base; a base cover surrounding the outer periphery of the base and forming a space on the upper side of the base; and an annular RFID antenna surrounding the space.

[0020] The RFID antenna is disposed at the upper end of the seat cover.

[0021] The seat cover includes an inner cover configured to face the space and an outer cover configured around the outer side of the inner cover.

[0022] The inner cover contacts the outer cover at its upper and lower ends, respectively, and a space is formed between the inner cover and the outer cover in the region between the upper and lower ends.

[0023] The RFID antenna is configured in the partitioned space.

[0024] The RFID antenna is in contact with the inner cover and the outer cover.

[0025] The RFID antenna is positioned at the top of the space.

[0026] The seat device also includes a weight sensor.

[0027] The air purifier of this embodiment includes a memory.

[0028] The air purifier of this utility model embodiment includes a communication unit.

[0029] If the RFID antenna identifies an RFID tag and the weight sensor detects a pet on the seat, the communication unit transmits the weight information measured by the weight sensor to the server.

[0030] The communication unit transmits the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag along with the weight information.

[0031] If the RFID antenna identifies an RFID tag and the weight sensor detects a pet on the seat, the memory stores the weight information measured by the weight sensor.

[0032] The memory matches and stores the measured weight information with the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag.

[0033] The seat assembly also includes a mounting plate disposed on the lower side of the seat and a heater disposed on the lower side of the mounting plate.

[0034] If the RFID antenna detects an RFID tag, the heater operates based on the temperature set in the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag.

[0035] The memory matches and stores the heater's operating time information with the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag.

[0036] The communication unit transmits the heater's operating time information and the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag to the server.

[0037] Utility Model Effect

[0038] According to at least one embodiment of the present invention, by providing a resting space for pets on the upper side of the air purifier body, a space where pets can rest can be formed without hindering the function of the air purifier.

[0039] Furthermore, according to at least one embodiment of the plurality of embodiments of the present invention, pets can be identified and optimized services can be provided based on the identified pet management data.

[0040] Furthermore, according to at least one embodiment of the plurality of embodiments of the present invention, by configuring the RFID antenna at the optimal position of the cover, the accuracy of RFID identification can be improved.

[0041] Furthermore, according to at least one embodiment of the plurality of embodiments of the present invention, reliability can be improved by preventing malfunctions caused by pets not resting on the seat.

[0042] Furthermore, according to at least one embodiment of the plurality of embodiments of the present invention, it has various functions such as measuring the pet's weight, heating function, and measuring usage time, thereby analyzing the pet's condition and living patterns.

[0043] The effects of this utility model are not limited to those mentioned above, and those skilled in the art can clearly understand other effects not mentioned based on the description in the claims. Attached Figure Description

[0044] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an air purifier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] Figure 2 This is a side view of the seat device and main body of an embodiment of the present invention, disassembled.

[0046] Figure 3 This is a side sectional view of the main body of an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0047] Figure 4 This is a top view of the main body of an embodiment of this utility model.

[0048] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of one side of the seat device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0049] Figure 6 This is a bottom view of a seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0050] Figure 7 This is an exploded perspective view of a seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0051] Figure 8 This is a side sectional view of a seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0052] Figure 9 From and Figure 8 Cross-sectional views of the seat assembly taken from different directions are used to illustrate the connection between the upper and lower parts.

[0053] Figure 10 The figure is referenced in the description of an RFID tag according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0054] Figure 11a and Figure 11b The figure is referenced in the description of the pet management function of a mobile terminal using an embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] Figure 12 This is a block diagram of an air purifier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0056] Figure 13 This is a side sectional view of a seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0057] Figure 14 It shows the configuration in Figure 13 A diagram of the RFID antenna of the mounting device.

[0058] Figure 15 This is a flowchart illustrating the operation method of an air purifier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0059] Figure 16 and Figure 17 The figure is referred to in the description of RFID identification of an air purifier according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0060] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0061] 1: Air purifier 100: Main body

[0062] 140: Fan; 200: Base device

[0063] 252: Seat 264: Heater Detailed Implementation

[0064] The advantages, features, and methods of implementing the present invention will become clear when referred to together with the accompanying drawings and the detailed embodiments described below. However, the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments and can be implemented in various ways, different from each other. It should be noted that these embodiments are provided to fully disclose the present invention and to completely disclose the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art. The present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals denote the same constituent elements.

[0065] On the other hand, the suffixes "module" and "section" used for the constituent elements in the following description are merely for the convenience of writing the specification and are not inherently given any particularly important meaning or function. Therefore, the terms "module" and "section" can be used interchangeably.

[0066] Furthermore, in this specification, terms such as "first" and "second" may be used to describe various elements, but these elements are not limited by these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish one element from another.

[0067] The present invention will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings illustrating the air purifier, through embodiments thereof.

[0068] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of an air purifier according to an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figure 1 The overall structure of an air purifier according to one embodiment is described.

[0069] The air purifier 1 includes a main body 100, which draws in air through an air inlet 106 formed on its peripheral surface and exhausts air through an exhaust outlet 112 formed on its upper surface.

[0070] The air purifier 1 may include a base 200, which is disposed on the upper side of the main body 100 and forms a space 267.

[0071] The main body 100 includes a housing 102 forming its shape. A filter 101 for filtering the intake air (see reference) may be disposed inside the housing 102. Figure 3 ) and the fan 140 that creates airflow (see reference) Figure 3 ).

[0072] The housing 102 has a generally cylindrical structure. An air inlet 106 is formed on the circumferential surface of the cylindrical structure of the housing 102. An exhaust port 112 is formed on the upper surface of the cylindrical structure of the housing 102.

[0073] The housing 102 has a structure in which the diameter gradually decreases as it approaches the top.

[0074] The seat device 200 is disposed on the upper side of the main body 100. The seat device 200 may have an opening facing upward and forward, and a space 267 is formed on the inner side.

[0075] The area of ​​the lower surface of the seat device 200 can be made larger than the area formed by the exhaust port 112 of the main body 100. Therefore, the air rising through the exhaust port 112 can flow towards the outside of the space 267.

[0076] The seating device 200 may include a seat cover 266 that has a shape and an inner space 267. A seat portion 252 for a pet to sit on may be disposed within the inner space 267 of the seating device 200.

[0077] Figure 2 This is an exploded side view of the seat device and main body according to an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figure 2 This describes the configuration of the seat device that can be detachably mounted on the main body.

[0078] The seat device 200 is disposed on the upper side of the main body 100. The seat device 200 is fixedly disposed on the main body 100. A portion of the seat device 200 can be inserted into the mating groove 168 of the main body 100, which will be described below (see reference). Figures 3 to 4 )middle.

[0079] The base device 200 can be mounted on the main body 100. The base device 200 can be electrically connected to the main body 100.

[0080] The seat device 200 includes a seat cover 266 that forms a space 267 on the inward side and has a shape.

[0081] The exterior of the cover 266 can be formed into a curved shape. The cover 266 can be formed with different heights at its upper end. The boundaries of the cover 266, which are disposed adjacent to the lower wall 230 as described below, can form different inclination angles.

[0082] The inclination angle θ1 of the lower end of the outer periphery of the cover 266 can be formed to be greater than the inclination angle θ2 of the upper end of the lower wall 230.

[0083] The outer surface of the seat cover 266 can be configured to be more inclined upwards than the outer surface of the lower wall 230. The outer surface of the seat cover 266 can form a curved surface that protrudes outwards from the seat cover 266.

[0084] The thickness of the cover 266 can be made greater than the thickness of the seat portion 252.

[0085] The seat device 200 includes an insertion post 212 that is inserted into the engagement groove 168 of the body 100.

[0086] The insertion post 212 includes a peripheral wall 214 that is inserted into the inner side of the connecting cover 166 and a bottom wall 220 disposed at the lower end of the peripheral wall 214.

[0087] The peripheral wall 214 may have fastening rib grooves 218 and guide grooves 216, which will be described below. It may be configured to expose a portion of the hook 236 on the peripheral wall 214.

[0088] The seat assembly 200 includes a lower wall 230 disposed between the seat cover 266 and the insertion post 212. The lower wall 230 can connect the insertion post 212 and the seat cover 266.

[0089] The lower wall 230 extends from the upper end of the insertion post 212 toward the lower end of the circumferential surface of the seat cover 266.

[0090] The lower wall 230 is positioned above the exhaust port 112 of the main body 100. Therefore, air flowing upward through the exhaust port 112 can flow radially outward along the lower wall 230.

[0091] The following is for reference Figure 2 Describe the shape of the main body 100.

[0092] The housing 102 includes an air inlet cover 104 forming an air inlet 106.

[0093] The air inlet cover 104 can be configured to cover the outer periphery of the filter 101. The air inlet cover 104 can also be configured to cover the outer periphery of the fan housing 154, which will be described below. An air inlet 106 formed in the air inlet cover 104 can be formed on the periphery of the area where the filter 101 is disposed.

[0094] The air intake cover 104 may include a plurality of air intake grilles 108 that extend vertically and are spaced apart circumferentially.

[0095] The housing 102 includes an exhaust port cover 110 forming an exhaust port 112.

[0096] The exhaust port cover 110 may have an upper connecting cover 174 as described below (see reference). Figure 3 The upper end of the upper cap 174 extends toward the main cap 116. The upper end of the upper cap 174 may be formed to be higher than the upper end of the main cap 116.

[0097] The exhaust port cover 110 may include a plurality of exhaust port grilles 114 arranged circumferentially spaced from the upper end of the upper connecting cover 174.

[0098] Each of the plurality of exhaust grilles 114 may have a shape with a different inclination angle at the inner end and a different inclination angle at the outer end.

[0099] Here, the inner end of the exhaust port grille 114 can be the portion of the exhaust port grille 114 adjacent to the upper connecting cover 174. The outer end of the exhaust port grille 114 can be the portion of the exhaust port grille 114 adjacent to the main cover 116.

[0100] Here, the tilt angle can refer to the angle formed between a line or surface parallel to the ground and the surface formed by the exhaust grille 114.

[0101] The housing 102 includes a main cover 116 disposed between the air inlet cover 104 and the exhaust cover 110. The main cover 116 may have a structure extending toward the upper side of the air inlet cover 104.

[0102] The housing 102 includes a base 118 disposed at the lower part of the main body 100. The diameter of the base 118 is formed to be larger than the diameter of the air inlet cover 104.

[0103] Figure 3 This is a side sectional view of the main body of an embodiment of this utility model. (Refer to...) Figure 3 The internal structure of the main body of an air purifier according to one embodiment is described.

[0104] The air purifier includes a base 118 disposed on the underside of the main body 100 and in contact with the ground.

[0105] The base 118 may be equipped with a load-bearing section 120 to increase the load on the lower part of the main body 100, so as to prevent the air purifier from tipping over. The load-bearing section 120 may be configured as a plurality of weight plates overlapping.

[0106] The main body 100 may include a lower cover 122, which is disposed on the upper side of the base 118 and has a space inside, in which a printed circuit board 123 for controlling the electronic operation of the air purifier is disposed.

[0107] The lower cover 122 is disposed on the upper side of the base 118. A space for a printed circuit board 123 or the like can be formed between the lower cover 122 and the base 118.

[0108] A filter mounting plate 124 is disposed on the upper surface of the lower cover 122. The filter mounting plate 124 is disposed in the center of the lower cover 122. The filter mounting plate 124 is movably disposed on the lower cover 122 in the vertical direction.

[0109] An elastic member (not shown) may be disposed between the filter mounting plate 124 and the lower cover 122 to maintain the configuration position of the filter mounting plate 124.

[0110] When no filter 101 is disposed on the upper side of the filter mounting plate 124, the filter mounting plate 124 can protrude upward through the elastic member. When the filter 101 is disposed on the upper side of the filter mounting plate 124, it can move downward.

[0111] The filter mounting plate 124 can sense whether the filter 101 is installed by changing its position in the vertical direction.

[0112] The air purifier may include a filter 101 for filtering air flowing into the air inlet 106. The filter 101 has a cylindrical shape. The filter 101 may be disposed inside the air inlet cover 104. The filter 101 can filter the air flowing upward through the air inlet 106.

[0113] The main body 100 includes a filter support 126 that connects the inner intake panel 128 and the lower cover 122, which will be described below.

[0114] A plurality of filter supports 126 may be arranged spaced apart along the circumferential direction. The filter 101 may enter or exit the space formed between the plurality of filter supports 126.

[0115] The inner suction panel 128 is disposed with the filter mounting plate 124 or the lower cover 122 facing upwards. Therefore, a space for configuring the filter 101 is formed between the inner suction panel 128 and the filter mounting plate 124.

[0116] A filter 101 may be disposed between the inner intake panel 128 and the lower cover 122. The filter 101 has a cylindrical structure. The filter 101 can filter foreign objects in the air flowing through the periphery. The filter 101 may be disposed between the inner intake panel 128 and the lower cover 122.

[0117] When the filter 101 is disposed between the inner suction panel 128 and the lower cover 122, the filter 101 can press the filter mounting plate 124 downward. When the filter 101 is disposed between the inner suction panel 128 and the lower cover 122, the filter mounting plate 124 presses the filter 101 upward using an elastic member.

[0118] Therefore, the filter 101 can be fixedly configured between the inner suction panel 128 and the lower cover 122.

[0119] An orifice 130 is formed in the center of the internal intake panel 128, through which air flows toward the fan 140. The orifice 130 can guide the air flowing through the filter 101 toward the direction in which the fan 140 is located.

[0120] A protective mesh 132 can be installed on the orifice 130. The protective mesh 132 can prevent the user's body from entering the space where the fan 140 is installed.

[0121] An air inlet cover 104 is disposed around the outer periphery of the filter 101. The air inlet cover 104 includes a plurality of air inlet grilles 108 extending vertically and spaced apart circumferentially. A plurality of air inlets 106 may be formed between the plurality of air inlet grilles 108.

[0122] The air inlet cover 104 can be configured to cover the filter 101 or the lower cover 122. The air inlet cover 104 can also be configured to cover the fan cover 154, which will be described below.

[0123] The air inlet 106 formed in the air inlet cover 104 can be formed on the periphery of the area where the filter 101 is disposed.

[0124] The main body 100 includes a fan 140 rotatably disposed inside the housing 102 and a fan motor 148 for rotating the fan 140.

[0125] The main body 100 includes a fan housing 154 that forms a space for configuring the fan 140 on the upper side of the filter 101.

[0126] The fan 140 may have a diagonal flow fan structure with a fan inlet 140a forming downward and a fan outlet 140b forming radially outward and upward.

[0127] The fan 140 may include a hub 142 connected to a fan motor 148, a shroud 144 spaced apart from the hub 142 and forming a fan inlet 140a, and a plurality of blades 146 connecting the hub 142 and the shroud 144 and spaced apart in a circumferential direction.

[0128] A fan outlet 140b can be formed between the hub 142 and the shield 144. A plurality of blades 146 can create an airflow toward the fan outlet 140b.

[0129] The fan housing 154 is disposed on the upper side of the inner intake panel 128. The fan housing 154 forms a space for arranging the fan 140. The fan housing 154 forms a space for arranging the fan motor 148 on the upper side of the fan 140.

[0130] The fan housing 154 forms an upward flow path that guides the airflow from the fan 140 upward.

[0131] The fan housing 154 may have a cylindrical shape with openings along its top and bottom. A motor cover 150 for mounting the fan motor 148 may be disposed in the central portion of the fan housing 154. The motor cover 150 may have a cup shape with a downward recess to mount the fan motor 148.

[0132] The fan housing 154 includes guide vanes 152 disposed on the upper side of the space for arranging the fan 140, for reducing the rotational component of the airflow using the fan 140.

[0133] The guide vanes 152 are configured to connect the inner circumferential surface of the fan housing 154 and the outer circumferential surface of the motor cover 150. A plurality of guide vanes 152 may be arranged at intervals along the circumferential direction.

[0134] The main body 100 includes inner guides 160 and 162 that guide air flowing towards the upper side of the fan housing 154 upwards. The inner guides 160 and 162 are disposed on the upper side of the fan housing 154, forming an annular airflow path 164 inside.

[0135] The inner guides 160 and 162 include a first inner guide 160 having a cylindrical shape and extending upward, and a second inner guide 162 being disposed radially inward and extending upward.

[0136] An annular airflow path 164 is formed between the first inner guide 160 and the second inner guide 162. The first inner guide 160 can extend from the outer peripheral surface of the fan housing 154. The second inner guide 162 can have a structure that extends upward from the motor cover 150.

[0137] A connecting cover 166 is disposed on the upper part of the second inner guide 162, and the insertion post 212 of the seat device 200 is inserted into the connecting cover 166.

[0138] The cap 166 has a downward recessed space for inserting post 212 to be inserted into the space. Connecting terminals 170 and 172 are arranged on the lower surface of the cap 166, and corresponding terminals 222a and 222b of the insert post 212 are engaged with connecting terminals 170 and 172.

[0139] The main body 100 includes a main cover 116 disposed on the upper side of the air inlet cover 104.

[0140] The main cover 116 is configured to cover the periphery of the inner guides 160, 162. The main cover 116 is configured to extend toward the upper side of the air intake grille 108.

[0141] The main body 100 includes an upper connecting cover 174 extending upward toward the connecting cover 166. The connecting cover 166 and the upper connecting cover 174 can be formed as an integral unit. Alternatively, the connecting cover 166 can be configured to include the upper connecting cover 174.

[0142] The upper cap 174 can guide the insertion post 212 into the cap 166. The upper cap 174 can have a structure extending upward from the cap 166. The upper cap 174 can have a generally cylindrical shape, and the insertion post 212 can be disposed inside.

[0143] Fastening ribs 176a and 176b that engage with the connecting cover 166 are provided on the inner peripheral surface of the upper connecting cover 174. A fastening hole 178 is formed on the inner peripheral surface of the upper connecting cover 174, and a hook 236 disposed on the seat device 200 is inserted into the fastening hole 178.

[0144] The main cover 116, the upper connecting cover 174, and the exhaust port cover 110 can also form a single component.

[0145] The exhaust port cover 110 may have a structure that extends from the upper end of the upper connecting cover 174 toward the main cover 116. The exhaust port cover 110 may include a plurality of exhaust port grilles 114 arranged circumferentially at the upper end of the upper connecting cover 174.

[0146] A mating groove 168 may be formed on the main body 100, the mating groove 168 being recessed downward from the inside of the annular vent 112. The mating groove 168 may also be formed towards the inside of the upper mating cover 174. The mating groove 168 may also be formed towards the inside of the mating cover 166.

[0147] The mating groove 168 can be formed toward the inside of the second inner guide 162. The mating groove 168 can be provided with the connecting terminals 170, 172 that are disposed on the mating cover 166.

[0148] The mating groove 168 may include a structure formed on the inner side of the upper mating cover 174, a structure formed on the inner circumferential surface of the second inner guide 162, and a structure formed on the mating cover 166.

[0149] Figure 4 This is a top view of the main body of an embodiment of this utility model. (Refer to...) Figure 4 The structure formed inside the main cover 116 and the mating groove 168 is explained.

[0150] The exhaust port 112 is formed in an annular shape. The mating groove 168 is formed on the inner side of the exhaust port 112.

[0151] Connection terminals 170 and 172 are provided in the connecting groove 168. Connection terminals 170 and 172 are connected to corresponding terminals 222a and 222b of the insertion post 212, which will be described below.

[0152] The connection terminals 170 and 172 may include a power supply terminal for supplying power and a signal terminal for transmitting signals. The connection terminals 170 and 172 include a first connection terminal 170 for supplying power and a second connection terminal 172 for transmitting signals.

[0153] The groove 168 is provided with fastening ribs 176a and 176b for fixing the position of the insertion post 212.

[0154] The inner circumferential surface of the upper connecting cover 174 is provided with fastening ribs 176a and 176b that engage with the connecting cover 166. The inner circumferential surface of the upper connecting cover 174 is provided with two fastening ribs 176a and 176b arranged in opposite directions.

[0155] The two fastening ribs 176a and 176b are respectively arranged in opposite directions and may have the same size.

[0156] A fastening hole 178 is formed on the inner circumferential surface of the upper connecting cover 174 (see reference). Figure 3 The hook 236, which is disposed on the seat device 200, is inserted into the fastening hole 178. A pair of fastening holes 178 may be provided in opposite directions. Each of the pair of fastening holes 178 may be disposed on the upper side of each of the two fastening ribs 176a, 176b.

[0157] An upper groove 180 is formed on the inner circumferential surface of the upper cap 174 to guide the hook 236 toward the fastening hole 178. The upper groove 180 may be formed on the upper side of the fastening hole 178. The fastening hole 178 is spaced apart from the upper end of the upper cap 174 facing downward.

[0158] The groove 168 is equipped with guide ribs 182a and 182b for inserting the insertion post 212.

[0159] Two guide ribs 182a and 182b are arranged on the inner circumferential surface of the upper connecting cover 174 so that the seat device 200 can be installed in the same position. The two guide ribs 182a and 182b can be arranged in opposite directions. The two guide ribs 182a and 182b can be formed to have different dimensions.

[0160] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of one side of the seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figure 5 Explain the external structure of the base device.

[0161] The seating device 200 includes a seat portion 252. The seat portion 252 is the part that pets such as cats can sit on.

[0162] The seat 252 may include the mounting plate 258, which will be described below (see reference). Figure 7 or Figure 8 The seat 252 may include a seat 254 disposed on the upper side of the mounting plate 258.

[0163] The seat assembly 200 includes a seat cover 266 configured to surround at least one side of the outer periphery of the seat portion 252. The seat cover 266 may have a shape that protrudes upward from the outer periphery of the seat portion 252.

[0164] Therefore, the degree of airflow towards the seat 252 can be minimized. In addition, the degree of noise generated by the operation of the main body 100 transmitted towards the seat 252 can be minimized.

[0165] The cover 266 may have a shape that surrounds the periphery of the seat portion 252. The cover 266 may surround the periphery of the seat portion 252 and may have a shape with an opening on one side.

[0166] The height at which the upper end of the cover 266 is separated from the seat portion 252 can vary along the circumferential direction. The height at which the upper end of the cover 266 is separated from the seat portion 252 can have a structure that increases from one direction to the opposite direction.

[0167] The seat cover 266 may include an inner cover 276 configured to face the region where the seat portion 252 is disposed. The seat cover 266 may also include an outer cover 268 configured to face the opposite direction of the inner cover 276.

[0168] The seat assembly 200 includes an insertion post 212 that engages with the main body 100. The insertion post 212 is disposed on the lower side of the seat portion 252. The insertion post 212 has a column shape and can be inserted into a engagement groove 168 formed on the main body 100.

[0169] Figure 6 This is a bottom view of a seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figure 6 Explain the external structure of the base device.

[0170] The seat device 200 includes an insertion post 212. The seat device 200 includes a lower wall 230 extending radially around the outer periphery of the insertion post 212.

[0171] The lower wall 230 is disposed above the outlet of the main body 100. The lower wall 230 causes the air flowing upward through the exhaust port 112 to flow radially. The outer peripheral diameter 230D of the lower wall 230 is formed to be larger than the outer peripheral diameter 112D of the exhaust port 112 (see reference). Figure 3 )big.

[0172] An insertion post 212 is disposed at the center of the lower wall 230. The insertion post 212 has a structure that extends downward from the center of the lower wall 230.

[0173] A button 234 is provided on the lower wall 230 to change the position of the hook 236. A pair of buttons 234 can be provided in opposite directions relative to the insertion post 212.

[0174] The lower wall 230 may be equipped with a plurality of switches 248a, 248b, and 248c for adjusting the operation of the air purifier. The plurality of switches 248a, 248b, and 248c may have different forms.

[0175] The plurality of switches may include a first switch 248a having a structure that protrudes outward in a circular shape, and a second switch 248b having a structure that is recessed inward in a circular shape. Additionally, the plurality of switches may include a third switch 248c having an elliptical structure.

[0176] The outer cover 268 has a structure that extends radially and upwardly around the outer periphery of the lower wall 230.

[0177] The insertion post 212 includes a peripheral wall 214 that is inserted into the inner side of the connecting cover 166 and a bottom wall 220 disposed at the lower end of the peripheral wall 214.

[0178] The bottom wall 220 is provided with corresponding terminals 222a and 222b that correspond to the connection terminals 170 and 172 of the connecting cover 166.

[0179] The corresponding terminals 222a and 222b may include terminals for receiving power from the connection terminals 170 and 172 and terminals for receiving signals. Each of the two corresponding terminals 222a and 222b is connected to each of the two connection terminals 170 and 172.

[0180] The two corresponding terminals include a first corresponding terminal 222a connected to the first connecting terminal 170 and a second corresponding terminal 222b connected to the second connecting terminal 172. The first connecting terminal 170 is connected to the first corresponding terminal 222a, and the second connecting terminal 172 is connected to the second corresponding terminal 222b.

[0181] If the base device 200 is mounted on the main body 100, the corresponding terminals 222a and 222b are connected to the connecting terminals 170 and 172.

[0182] A fastening rib groove 218 is formed on the peripheral wall 214, and fastening ribs 176a and 176b are inserted into the fastening rib groove 218. When the seat device 200 is installed on the main body 100, the fastening ribs 176a and 176b can be inserted into the fastening rib groove 218.

[0183] Two fastening ribs 218 are formed on the peripheral wall 214. The two fastening ribs 218 can be arranged on the peripheral wall 214 in opposite directions.

[0184] A guide groove 216 is formed on the peripheral wall 214, and guide ribs 182a and 182b are inserted into the guide groove 216. When the seat device 200 is installed on the main body 100, the guide ribs 182a and 182b can be inserted along the guide groove 216.

[0185] Two guide grooves 216 with different dimensions are formed on the peripheral wall 214. The two guide grooves 216 are respectively arranged at positions corresponding to the dimensions of the two guide ribs 182a and 182b with different dimensions.

[0186] Therefore, the first connection terminal 170 and the second connection terminal 172 are each connected to the first corresponding terminal 222a and the second corresponding terminal 222b that correspond to each other.

[0187] Hooks 236 may be provided on the peripheral wall 214. Hooks 236 are introduced into the peripheral wall 214 or protrude outward from the peripheral wall 214 by means of buttons 234.

[0188] An edge groove 224 can be formed at the upper end of the insertion post 212, and the upper end of the upper connecting cover 174 can be inserted into the edge groove 224. The edge groove 224 can form a groove from the upper end of the insertion post 212 toward the upper side where the lower wall 230 is disposed.

[0189] The lower wall 230 has a structure that extends upward and radially outward from the upper end of the insertion post 212.

[0190] The outer cover 268 can extend outward from the outer periphery of the lower wall 230. The outer cover 268 can extend upward from the outer periphery of the lower wall 230.

[0191] Figure 7 This is an exploded perspective view of a seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figure 7 Explain the structure of the base device.

[0192] The seat device 200 includes a lower portion 210 attached to the main body 100 and an upper portion 250 disposed on the upper side of the lower portion 210.

[0193] The lower portion 210 includes a lower body 211 connected to the main body 100 and guiding air discharged from the exhaust port 112 of the main body 100. The lower body 211 may include an insertion post 212 and a lower wall 230.

[0194] The lower part 210 may include a button 234. The lower part 210 may include a plurality of switches 248a, 248b, 248c.

[0195] The lower part 210 may include a printed circuit board 246 for receiving and transmitting signals to regulate the operation of the air purifier. The printed circuit board 246 may be fixedly disposed on the upper side of the lower body 211.

[0196] The lower portion 210 may include a plurality of weight sensors 244 for sensing weight. For example, the weight sensors 244 may be load cells. The plurality of weight sensors 244 may each sense the weight of the pet located on the upper side of the upper portion 250.

[0197] A plurality of weight sensors 244 may be disposed on the upper side of the lower body 211. A plurality of weight sensors 244 may be disposed on the inner side of the lower body 211. A plurality of weight sensors 244 may be disposed spaced apart along the circumferential direction.

[0198] The lower part 210 may be provided with a plurality of protrusions 242 protruding upward from the upper surface of the lower body 211. The plurality of protrusions 242 protrude upward from the upper surface of the lower wall 230.

[0199] A plurality of protrusions 242 are arranged circumferentially on the upper surface of the lower wall 230. Each of the plurality of protrusions 242 is connected to each of the plurality of bushings 290, which will be described below. Each of the plurality of protrusions 242 is coupled to each of the plurality of bushings 290, which will be described below.

[0200] The lower part 210 may include a fixing device 232 that can attach the seat device 200 to the main body 100 or detach the seat device 200 from the main body 100.

[0201] The fixing device 232 may include a button 234 and a hook 236.

[0202] The seat device 200 may include an upper portion 250 disposed on the upper side of the lower portion 210.

[0203] The upper portion 250 can be configured to be movable in the vertical direction above the lower portion 210. A portion of the upper portion 250 can be configured to contact a plurality of weight sensors 244 of the lower portion 210.

[0204] The upper part 250 may include a seat 254, a mounting plate 258, and a seat cover 266.

[0205] The seat 254 is detachably mounted on the mounting plate 258. The seat 254 can be separated from the mounting plate 258 from the upward side.

[0206] The cover 266 may have a shape that surrounds the mounting plate 258.

[0207] The upper portion 250 may include a heater 264 disposed on the lower side of the mounting plate 258 and for heating the mounting plate 258. The heater 264 may be configured to contact the lower surface of the mounting plate 258.

[0208] The upper part 250 includes an intermediate plate 280 that is fixedly mounted on the seat cover 266 and contacts the upper surface of the weight sensor 244.

[0209] The intermediate plate 280 may have an annular shape. The intermediate plate 280 includes an annular plate body 282 and a plurality of pressure portions 284 that are spaced apart from the plate body 282 in the circumferential direction and protrude radially inward.

[0210] The plate body 282 may have an annular plate-like structure. A plurality of bushing holes 286 may be formed on the plate body 282 for inserting the bushing 290, which will be described below. The plurality of bushing holes 286 are each spaced apart on the plate body 282 in the circumferential direction.

[0211] Each of the plurality of bushing holes 286 may be located in the plate body 282 in the area where the plurality of pressure sections 284 are configured.

[0212] The pressure section 284 and the bushing hole 286 can be located on the same line extending radially from the center of the intermediate plate 280.

[0213] Each of the plurality of pressurizing units 284 is disposed above each of the plurality of weight sensors 244 of the lower body 211. Each of the plurality of pressurizing units 284 can be configured to contact each of the plurality of weight sensors 244 of the lower body 211.

[0214] The intermediate plate 280 includes a connecting portion 288 that protrudes radially outward toward the plate body 282. The connecting portion 288 can fix the intermediate plate 280 onto the seat cover 266.

[0215] A plurality of connecting portions 288 may be arranged around the outer side of the plate body 282, spaced apart in the circumferential direction and protruding radially outward.

[0216] Each of the plurality of connecting portions 288 can be configured to extend radially outward toward the plate body 282 in the region where the plurality of pressure portions 284 are located. A bushing hole 286 may be provided between the connecting portion 288 and the pressure portion 284.

[0217] The connecting part 288, the pressure part 284, and the bushing hole 286 can be located on the same line extending from the center of the intermediate plate 280.

[0218] The connecting part 288 is fixedly disposed on the seat cover 266. The connecting part 288 can be fixed to the seat cover 266 using additional bolts. The connecting part 288 can be glued to the seat cover 266 using additional adhesive members or glued to the seat cover 266 by welding.

[0219] The seat device 200 may include a plurality of bushings 290 that restrict the movement of an upper portion 250 disposed on the upper side of a lower portion 210.

[0220] Figure 8 This is a side sectional view of a seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figure 8 Explain the structure and configuration of the seat device.

[0221] The seat cover 266 may include an outer cover 268, an inner cover 276, and a mounting plate 258.

[0222] The outer cover 268 may have a structure that extends upward from the outer periphery of the lower wall 230. The outer cover 268 may have a shape that surrounds the periphery of the mounting plate 258.

[0223] The upper end of the outer cover 268 can be spaced apart from the upper side of the mounting plate 258. The height at which the upper end of the outer cover 268 is separated from the mounting plate 258 can vary depending on the position.

[0224] The upper end of the outer cover 268 may have a minimum height in a first position 269a and a maximum height in a second position 269b located on the opposite side of the first position 269a.

[0225] The outer cover 268 can form a space 267 for the pet on the upper side of the mounting plate 258.

[0226] The outer cover 268 may have a structure that opens to the upper side of the space 267. The outer cover 268 may have a structure that opens to the upper side and the circumferential side of the space 267.

[0227] The outer cover 268 may include a first outer cover 268a extending toward the upper side of the mounting plate 258 and a second outer cover 268b extending toward the lower side of the first outer cover 268a.

[0228] The first outer cover 268a and the second outer cover 268b can be integrally formed. The first outer cover 268a and the second outer cover 268b can be formed as separable structures. A portion of the first outer cover 268a and the second outer cover 268b can be integrally formed.

[0229] The outer cover 268 can form a curved surface that bulges outward in a radial direction. The outer peripheral surfaces of the first outer cover 268a and the second outer cover 268b can each form the same curved surface.

[0230] The second outer cover 268b extends upward from the upper end of the lower wall 230. The second outer cover 268b extends radially outward and upward. The outer peripheral surface of the second outer cover 268b may be formed by a convex curved surface.

[0231] The second outer cover 268b can have the same height in the circumferential direction.

[0232] The first outer cover 268a may have a structure that extends upward from the second outer cover 268b.

[0233] The first outer cover 268a can form a space 267 for the pet on the upper side of the mounting plate 258. The first outer cover 268a can guide the air flowing upward through the exhaust port 112 of the main body 100 to flow out of the space 267.

[0234] The first outer cover 268a may have a structure in which the height varies along the perimeter. The height at which the upper end of the first outer cover 268a is separated from the upward-facing side of the mounting plate 258 may be different from each other along the perimeter of the first outer cover 268a.

[0235] For example, the first position 269a of the first outer cover 268a is formed with the minimum height, and the second position 269b of the first outer cover 268b is formed with the maximum height. The upper end of the first outer cover 268a may have a structure that increases as it gets closer to the second position 269b from the first position 269a.

[0236] The outer cover 268 is provided with a mounting portion 270 that protrudes along the direction of the mounting plate 258 for mounting the inner cover 276. The mounting portion 270 can be formed as a surface parallel to the mounting plate 258.

[0237] An inner cover 276 may be provided on the upper side of the mounting section 270.

[0238] The inner cover 276 can be installed on the inner side of the outer cover 268. When the inner cover 276 is disposed on one side of the outer cover 268, a space 278 can be formed between the inner cover 276 and the outer cover 268.

[0239] The inner cover 276 can be configured to face the inner side of the outer cover 268. The inner cover 276 can be configured to face the inner side of the first outer cover 268a.

[0240] The inner cover 276 is configured to contact the outer cover 268 at its upper end 276a and lower end 276b, respectively. The height of the inner cover 276 along the vertical direction can be configured to vary depending on the position of the circumferential surface.

[0241] The height of the inner cover 276 along the vertical direction can be configured to correspond to the height of the first outer cover 268a facing it.

[0242] The lower end portion 276b of the inner cover 276 can be positioned at the same location along the circumferential surface. The upper end portion 276a of the inner cover 276 can be positioned at different locations along the circumferential surface.

[0243] The mounting plate 258 forms a flat surface. A seat 254 is disposed on the upper side of the mounting plate 258. A central hole 260 with a downward opening is formed in the center of the mounting plate 258.

[0244] The base 254 may be made of a material that cushions impact and is partially deformable. The base 254 may have a plurality of through holes inside to transfer heat to the mounting plate 258.

[0245] The base 254 includes a sensing protrusion 256 that protrudes downward from its lower surface. The sensing protrusion 256 can be inserted into a central hole 260 formed on the mounting plate 258.

[0246] The mounting device 200 may include a confirmation sensor 262 that confirms the mounting status when the mounting 254 is mounted on the mounting plate 258. The confirmation sensor 262 is disposed on the underside of the mounting plate 258.

[0247] When the base 254 is positioned on the upper side of the mounting plate 258, the sensing protrusion 256 can contact one side of the confirmation sensor 262. Therefore, the confirmation sensor 262 can confirm whether the base 254 is present by whether it contacts the sensing protrusion 256.

[0248] A heater 264 may be disposed on the underside of the mounting plate 258. The heater 264 is configured to contact the mounting plate 258.

[0249] The seat device 200 may include a fixing device 232, which can keep the seat device 200 engaged with the main body 100 or disengage it.

[0250] The fixing device 232 includes a hook 236 movably disposed inside the seat device 200 and a button 234 for changing the position of the hook 236.

[0251] The fixing device 232 includes a hook guide 238 disposed inside the seat device 200 and guiding the movement of the hook 236, and an elastic member 240 disposed between the hook guide 238 and the hook 236.

[0252] Figure 9 From and Figure 8 Cross-sectional views of the seat assembly taken from different directions are used to illustrate the connection relationship between the upper and lower parts. (Refer to...) Figure 9 Explain the structure of the upper and lower parts.

[0253] The upper portion 250 is held in its position above the lower portion 210 by means of a bushing 290. The upper portion 250 is configured to move vertically above the lower portion 210. The bushing 290 restricts the vertical movement of the upper portion 250.

[0254] With the upper portion 250 positioned above the lower portion 210, the bushing 290 can be mounted on the protrusion 242 formed on the lower portion 210. When the bushing 290 is mounted on the protrusion 242, the intermediate plate 280 of the upper portion 250 can be configured to contact the weight sensor 244 of the lower portion 210.

[0255] The intermediate plate 280 can be fixedly configured on the inside of the seat cover 266.

[0256] When the upper part 250 is positioned above the lower part 210, the pressure portion 284 of the intermediate plate 280 can be configured to contact the upper side of the weight sensor 244.

[0257] The upper part 250 is positioned above the lower part 210. The upper part 250 is held in place by the intermediate plate 280, the protrusion 242, and the bushing 290. The upper part 250 is positioned above the lower part 210 so that it can move vertically.

[0258] The intermediate plate 280 is configured separately from the printed circuit board 246. Therefore, even when the upper part 250 moves vertically, the intermediate plate 280 will not come into contact with the printed circuit board 246.

[0259] The pressure section 284 of the intermediate plate 280 is configured to contact the weight sensor 244. When the pet is located on the upper side of the upper portion 250, at least one of the plurality of pressure sections 284 can apply pressure to the corresponding weight sensor 244. Therefore, the weight of the pet located on the upper side of the upper portion 250 can be measured.

[0260] When a force is applied to one side of the upward portion 250, the upper portion 250 of the area to which the force is applied can move downward. At this time, the intermediate plate 280 disposed on one side also moves downward.

[0261] When the air purifier 1 is located on the upper side of the main body 100 and the pet is located on the seat 200, it can also perform air purification operation.

[0262] Furthermore, by placing the resting space at a higher elevation, the likelihood of pets entering the resting area is further increased. In particular, reflecting the characteristics of cats who like to climb to high places, the upper part of the air purifier 1 incorporates a space shape where cats can rest.

[0263] The seat 200 is at a height similar to that of a bed, providing a resting space at eye level with the pet owner. This increases the pet's happiness and comfort.

[0264] According to this utility model, a single product can provide both a resting space for pets and an air purification function, with the advantage of not requiring the use of other products.

[0265] In addition, reflecting cats' love of curling up and warm spaces, the air purifier 1 provides a heating function using the heater 264.

[0266] In addition, the device incorporates functions such as measuring cat weight and usage time, naturally tracking the cat's daily routines. Cat owners can use this information for their cat's health management. The measured data can be viewed and managed through the app.

[0267] The air purifier 1 offers various functions such as pet weight measurement, heating, and usage time measurement, and can analyze the pet's condition and lifestyle. Users can run an application on their mobile devices to check real-time weight measurement results, weight measurement history, and control the heating temperature.

[0268] In households with multiple pets, it is necessary to manage the pets separately. Air purifier 1 can use RFID to identify the pets.

[0269] RFID is a technology that uses radio frequency (RF) to identify objects. It involves storing information on an RF tag consisting of an antenna and a chip, attaching it to the object, and then using an RFID reader to identify the information. RFID tags are classified into active tags and passive tags based on whether they have a built-in battery.

[0270] Figure 10 The figure is referenced in the description of an RFID tag according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0271] Reference Figure 10 Necklaces worn by pets such as cats can have RFID tags 1000. Alternatively, clothing or harnesses worn by pets can have RFID tags 1000. Or, RFID tags 1000 can be attached to pets in various forms.

[0272] The RFID tag 1000 communicates with an RFID reader (not shown) and wirelessly transmits data to the RFID reader. The RFID reader (not shown) can be installed in the control unit 1340 described later (see reference). Figure 12 ) or Ministry of Communications 1370 (refer to) Figure 12 For signal transmission and reception, an RFID reader may include an RFID antenna 1300 (see reference 1300). Figure 13 ).

[0273] Reference Figure 10 Each cat wears a necklace-style RFID tag around its neck.

[0274] Air purifier 1 can identify RFID tag 1000 and confirm the identification (ID: Identity) information corresponding to RFID tag 1000.

[0275] In addition, Air Purifier 1 can manage data for each identification information and provide customized services.

[0276] Figure 11a and Figure 11b The figure shown is referenced in the description of the pet management function of a mobile terminal using an embodiment of the present invention, illustrating the user interface screen of an application running on the mobile terminal.

[0277] Users can use their mobile devices to run applications (such as ThinQ) or access designated websites to check and control the status of the air purifier 1. Additionally, users can use their mobile devices to control the air purifier 1's weight measurement function, heating function, and other functions.

[0278] For example, users can use their mobile devices to set the operating mode and target temperature of the heating function. Additionally, users can use their mobile devices to measure their pet's weight and check recent and current weight measurement data.

[0279] In addition, data can be stored and managed for each pet based on the identification information obtained using the RFID tag 1000.

[0280] Reference Figure 11a If an air purifier-related application is executed on a mobile device, a user interface (UI) screen 1110 is shown.

[0281] UI screen 1110 can include pet items 1111 and 1112 registered by the user. For example, a user can register their own pet.

[0282] Pet items 1111 and 1112 can include photos and / or icons of the pet. Additionally, pet items 1111 and 1112 can include user-registered information such as the pet's name and age.

[0283] Additionally, the UI screen 1110 may include items related to the pet's weight measurement function and items related to the heating function. Items related to the heating function may include the ability to set the operating mode of the heating function and the ability to set the target temperature of the heating function.

[0284] For example, items that allow setting the target temperature for the heating function can provide options such as selecting heating level 1 or heating level 2, or directly selecting the target temperature.

[0285] For example, the operating modes of the heating function can include a normal mode and a recognition mode.

[0286] The normal mode is the mode in which heating is provided according to the set target temperature if the heating function is turned on using switches 248a, 248b, 248c or the application.

[0287] The recognition mode is a mode that provides heating function only when the weight sensor 244 senses the pet, starting from the moment the pet climbs onto the seat device 200.

[0288] On the other hand, users can select one item 1111 from pet items 1111 and 1112. The selected pet item 1111 can be displayed separately from the other pet items 1112.

[0289] On the other hand, if the user performs the weight measurement function or calls the detailed menu of pet item 1111 while pet item 1111 is selected, additional information / functions related to the corresponding pet item 1111 can be obtained.

[0290] Reference Figure 11b The selected pet item 1111's detailed screen includes the pet's average weight and weight trend information over a specified period. Additionally, menu items such as "View All Data" are available to confirm further information.

[0291] Air Purifier 1 can automatically identify multiple cats or pets and measure their weight. The weight of the identified cats can be recorded and provided to the user via an app.

[0292] Air purifier 1 uses the RFID identification device 200 to identify the pet, and uses the communication unit 1330 (see reference). Figure 12The identification information of the pet to be identified, along with the data measured, is transmitted to the server. The server can store and manage the received information, and provide pet-related services through applications, websites, etc.

[0293] According to an embodiment, the air purifier 1 can communicate directly with a mobile terminal. For example, the communication unit 1330 can transmit the identification information of the identified pet and the data being measured together to the mobile terminal.

[0294] The air purifier 1 can utilize the pet on the RFID identification device 200 to map the measured data to the identification information of the identified pet and store it in the memory 1330 (see reference). Figure 12 )middle.

[0295] Figure 12 This is a block diagram of an air purifier according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0296] Reference Figure 12 An air purifier according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a control unit 1340 and a fan drive unit 1380 that drives the fan 140 according to the control of the control unit 1340.

[0297] Control unit 1340, fan drive unit 1380, etc. Figure 12 At least a portion of the internal modules of the air purifier illustrated herein may be disposed within the main body 100. For example, the control unit 1340 may be mounted on a printed circuit board 123 disposed in the space formed by a lower cover 114 disposed on the upper side of the base 110.

[0298] A fan 140 is provided inside the main body 100. The fan 140 is used to control the flow of indoor air that has been drawn in and purified by the filter 101 before being discharged into the indoor space. The fan 140 can be configured to rotate between the air inlet 106 and the exhaust outlet 112 to create an airflow from the air inlet 106 to the exhaust outlet 112.

[0299] The fan motor 148 rotates the fan 140 according to the control signal received from the fan drive unit 1380. The rotation of the fan 140 is regulated by the fan drive unit 1380, and the operation of the fan drive unit 1380 is controlled by the control unit 1340. In order to make the fan motor 148 operate, the fan drive unit 1380 may have a power conversion device such as an inverter.

[0300] Filter 101 removes foreign objects from the air flowing into the air inlet 106. Filter 101 may include a pre-filter to filter foreign objects from the air, a high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter to collect dust from airborne pollutants, and an odor-removing filter to remove odors from the air. The pre-filter has a grid formed in it to perform preliminary filtration of foreign objects in the drawn-in air. The HEPA filter can collect dust from pollutants in the drawn-in air, and the odor-removing filter can remove odors from the drawn-in air.

[0301] On the other hand, an air purifier may include a memory 1330, a sensing unit 1350, a communication unit 1370, etc.

[0302] The memory 1330 may store data for controlling the operation of the air purifier, data sensed or measured by the sensor unit 1350 during operation, and data received by the communication unit 1370. On the other hand, the air purifier may include a buffer for temporary data storage, which may be included in the control unit 1340 or the memory 1330.

[0303] The control unit 1340 can process various data received by the communication unit 1370 to update the memory 1145. For example, if the data input by the communication unit 1370 is update data about the running program already stored in the memory 1330, the program in the memory 1330 can be updated using this data; if the input data is a new running program, it can be appended to the memory 1330.

[0304] The sensing unit 1350 may include one or more sensors to measure the degree of air pollution or sense the operating status of the air purifier.

[0305] The control unit 1340 can control the data stream input to or output from the air purifier, and generate and execute control commands based on the data input from the sensor unit 1350.

[0306] On the other hand, the air purifier can use the communication unit 1370 to communicate with other devices such as servers, home appliances, and terminals to send and receive data.

[0307] The input unit 1310 can receive various user commands related to the operation of the air purifier and transmit the control signal corresponding to the input command to the control unit 1340. The input unit 1310 may include a touch pad, physical buttons, etc.

[0308] The output unit 1320 may include a display device such as a monitor (not shown) or a light-emitting diode (LED) (not shown). For example, the output unit 1320 may display the operating status of the air purifier, error occurrences, or information such as indoor temperature and target temperature.

[0309] The output unit 1320 may include audio devices such as a speaker (not shown) and a buzzer (not shown). For example, the output unit 1320 may output the operating sound of an air purifier, and may output a prescribed warning sound when an error occurs.

[0310] The control unit 1340 can be connected to each component of the air purifier. For example, the control unit 1340 can send and / or receive signals between each component of the air purifier and between them, and can control the overall operation of each component.

[0311] The control unit 1340 may include at least one processor, which can be used to control the overall operation of the air purifier. Here, the processor may be a general-purpose processor such as a central processing unit (CPU). Alternatively, the processor may be a dedicated device such as an ASIC (Application-Specific Integrated Circuit) or a processor based on other hardware.

[0312] On the other hand, the control unit 1340 can control the overall operation of the air purifier, including the intake of external air and the expulsion of purified air, among other air purification processes.

[0313] The control unit 1340 can perform the air purification process according to a preset algorithm, and the fan drive unit 1380 can drive the fan 140 according to the control of the control unit 1340. The fan motor 148 operates according to the control signal sent from the fan drive unit 1380. The fan drive unit 1380 can control the rotation speed and direction of the fan 140 based on the control signal generated to improve air characteristics.

[0314] If the fan drive unit 1380 rotates the fan motor 148 to drive the fan 140, then external air can be drawn into the air purifier through the air inlet 106. The drawn-in air can flow through the filter 101, be purified, and then be discharged to the outside through the exhaust port 112.

[0315] On the other hand, the air purifier can have a temperature regulation function for pets. For example, a heater 264 is provided inside the seat 200. The control unit 1340 can operate the heater 264 to provide heating for the pet located on the seat 200.

[0316] The control unit 1340 can receive sensing data from the weight sensor 244 from the printed circuit board 246 of the seat 200 to determine whether the pet is located in the seat 200. The control unit 1340 can control the fan 140 and the heater 264 based on whether the pet is located in the seat 200.

[0317] In addition, one or more temperature sensors (not shown) can be configured on the base device 200, and the printed circuit board 246 can transmit the sensing data of the temperature sensors to the control unit 1340.

[0318] According to an embodiment, the seat device 200 may include an additional seat control unit. The seat control unit may be mounted on a printed circuit board 246. The seat control unit may control the heater 264 of the seat device 200. The seat control unit may communicate with a control unit 1340 and operate the heater 264 based on signals received from the control unit 1340.

[0319] The seat control unit can transmit sensor data to the control unit 1340. Additionally, the seat control unit can receive sensing data from the weight sensor 244 to determine whether the pet is located in the seat assembly 200. The seat control unit can also receive sensing data from the temperature sensor to determine the temperature of the seat assembly 200 and / or the pet.

[0320] The seating device 200 includes a weight sensor 244 for sensing the presence of a pet. For example, the control unit 1340 uses the weight sensor 244 to identify whether a pet cat is resting on the seating device 200.

[0321] The weight sensor 244 can be configured on the upper side of the lower body 211. The weight sensor 244 can sense the weight on the upper side of the upper part 250.

[0322] For example, the weight sensor 244 can be a load sensor 244. The following example illustrates the use of a load sensor 244.

[0323] The load sensor 244 can sense whether the cat is on the seat 200. In addition, the load sensor 244 can measure the weight of the cat located on the seat 200.

[0324] The load sensor 244 can measure the time it takes for the cat to climb onto the seat 200 and the time it takes for the cat to get off the seat 200. In addition, the control unit 1340 can use the load sensor 244 to measure the pet's resting patterns.

[0325] The air purifier 1 can use the load sensor 244 to measure the time when the cat climbs up and the time when it comes down, and control the temperature and air volume of the heater 264 according to the logic.

[0326] The air purifier 1 may include an RFID reader, which can identify RFID tag 1000 and receive data.

[0327] The RFID reader can be included in the control unit 1340.

[0328] Alternatively, the RFID reader can be included in the communication unit 1370 or installed independently. In this case, the RFID reader can transmit the information of the identified RFID tag to the control unit 1340.

[0329] On the other hand, the air purifier 1 includes an RFID antenna 1300. The RFID antenna 1300 may be composed of an RFID reader and an RFID module or may be independently installed in the air purifier 1.

[0330] The RFID antenna 1300 can output the signal from the RFID reader to the outside in the form of radio waves. The RFID tag 1000 can receive energy using the corresponding signal.

[0331] In addition, the RFID antenna 1300 can receive signals from the FID tag 1000 and transmit the received signals to the RFID reader.

[0332] An RFID reader can receive signals containing inherent identification information emitted from an RFID tag 1000 to identify the RFID tag 1000.

[0333] The RFID tag 1000 can be mapped to each pet. Depending on the situation, in addition to identification information, the RFID tag 1000 can also include the pet's breed and other information.

[0334] Air purifier 1 can utilize information from the identified RFID tag 1000 to provide data management and customization services.

[0335] On the other hand, even if a pet such as a cat does not climb onto the seat 200, the RFID tag 1000 may still be detected if the pet is around the air purifier 1. In this case, the pet is not resting on the seat 200 and is not using any pet-related functions, thus constituting a false RFID identification.

[0336] This invention provides a structure and control method that can prevent such RFID misidentification and improve the accuracy of RFID identification.

[0337] Figure 13 This is a side sectional view of a seat device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 14 It shows the configuration in Figure 13 A diagram of the RFID antenna of the mounting device.

[0338] Reference Figure 13 and Figure 14 The seat device 200 includes a seat 254 and a seat cover 266 surrounding the outer periphery of the seat 254.

[0339] The seat cover 266 forms a resting space 267 for pets such as cats on the upper side of the seat 254. The RFID antenna 1300 is formed in a ring shape. The RFID antenna 1300 is configured to surround the space 267.

[0340] By using the loop-shaped RFID antenna 1300, the effects of the direction in which the pet enters the space 267 and the pet's location inside the space 267 can be minimized. For example, even if the cat climbs to the back of the seat cover 266 and is only located on one side of the seat 254, the RFID antenna 1300 can still receive signals from the RFID tag 1000.

[0341] If a pet wearing an RFID tag 1000 enters space 267, the RFID antenna 1300 receives a signal from the RFID tag 1000, and the air purifier 1 can identify the pet in space 267.

[0342] A portion of the seat cover 266 may be open to allow the pet to enter and exit the space 267. The seat cover 266 may open to the upper and front sides, forming the space 267 on the inside.

[0343] An RFID antenna 1300 can be configured on the upper end of the seat cover 266. The RFID antenna 1300 can be configured on the LL line connecting to the upper end of the seat cover 266. The RFID antenna 1300 can receive signals from the RFID tag 1000 of the pet passing through the LL line. The opening of the seat cover 266 can serve as the entrance / exit of the space 267. Viewed from the side, the upper surface of the opening of the seat cover 266 forms the LL line. The RFID antenna 1300 can be configured to surround the entrance / exit of the space 267.

[0344] The seat cover 266 may include an inner cover 276 configured to face the space 267 and an outer cover 268 configured around the outer side of the inner cover 276.

[0345] Space 267 is formed on the upper side of seat 254. Mounting plate 258 is disposed on the lower side of seat 254. Mounting portion 270 protruding toward mounting plate 258 is disposed on outer cover 268. Mounting portion 270 may form a surface parallel to mounting plate 258.

[0346] The inner cover 276 can be installed on the inner side of the outer cover 268. The RFID antenna 1300 can be installed in a ring between the inner cover 276 and the outer cover 268 to identify pets entering the inside of the seat cover 266.

[0347] A space 278 may be formed between the inner cover 276 and the outer cover 268. The inner cover 276 may contact the outer cover 268 at its upper end 276a and lower end 276b respectively, and a space 278 is formed between the inner cover 276 and the outer cover 268 in the area between the upper end 276a and the lower end 276b.

[0348] The RFID antenna 1300 can be configured inside the partition space 278. If the RFID antenna 1300 is in the partition space 278, it will not be exposed to the outside, thus preventing damage caused by pets.

[0349] The RFID antenna 1300 can be configured in the upper part of the partition space 278. By configuring the RFID antenna 1300 in the upper part of the partition space 278, it is possible to receive signals from the RFID tag 1000 of the pet passing through the LL line. More preferably, the RFID antenna 1300 can be configured at the uppermost end of the partition space 278.

[0350] On the other hand, the RFID antenna 1300 can contact both the inner cover 276 and the outer cover 268. The RFID antenna 1300 can be stably fixed in a position that contacts both the inner cover 276 and the outer cover 268.

[0351] The outer cover 268 may include a first outer cover 268a extending toward the upper side of the mounting plate 258 and a second outer cover 268b extending toward the lower side of the first outer cover 268a.

[0352] The first outer cover 268a may have a structure that extends upward from the second outer cover 268b. The first outer cover 268a may form a space 267 for the pet on the upper side of the mounting plate 258.

[0353] The first outer cover 268a may have a structure in which the height varies along the perimeter. The upper end of the first outer cover 268a may have a structure in which the height increases as it approaches the second position 269b from the first position 269a.

[0354] The RFID antenna 1300 can be configured along the perimeter of the first outer cover 268a. Depending on the shape of the first outer cover 268a, which varies in height, the RFID antenna 1300 can be configured to tilt when viewed from the side.

[0355] According to an embodiment, an RFID reader circuit can be mounted on a printed circuit board 246 on the underside of the base 254. Alternatively, the RFID reader circuit can be mounted on a printed circuit board 123 inside the main body 100. Alternatively, an RFID reader can be additionally provided and configured inside the base device 200 or the main body 100.

[0356] The air purifier 1 can provide a resting space 267 for pets, and can measure and manage the weight of pets located in the resting space 267. The weight measurement data can be managed according to the identified pet.

[0357] Additionally, the air purifier 1 can provide a heating function for the pet located in the resting space 267. In this case, the temperature setting optimized for the identified pet can be applied to the heating function.

[0358] In addition, the air purifier 1 can adjust the airflow to suit the pet located in the rest space 267, thereby minimizing the stress on the pet caused by the operation of the main unit 100.

[0359] On the other hand, even if the pet is not in seat 254, but is within the identification range of RFID antenna 1300, the information of RFID tag 1000 may still be detected. In this case, air purifier 1 may perform unnecessary customized service operations.

[0360] To prevent RFID misidentification, the information from the aforementioned weight sensor 244 can be further utilized.

[0361] If the RFID antenna 1300 identifies the RFID tag 1000, the control unit 1340 confirms the data from the weight sensor 244. If the pet in the seat 254 is sensed based on the data from the weight sensor 244, the communication unit 1370 can transmit the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag 1000 to the server.

[0362] Thus, the air purifier 1 and the server can provide customized services to the identified pet.

[0363] When using the heating function, if the RFID antenna 1300 identifies the RFID tag 1000, the heater 264 can operate based on the temperature set in the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag 1000.

[0364] In addition, the memory 1330 can map the operating time information of the heater 264 to the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag 1000 and store it.

[0365] In addition, the communication unit 1370 can transmit the operating time information of the heater 264 to the server along with the RFID tag 1000.

[0366] Furthermore, if the RFID antenna 1300 identifies the RFID tag 1000 and senses the pet in seat 254 based on data from the weight sensor 244, the communication unit 1370 can transmit the weight information measured by the weight sensor 244 to the server. In this case, the communication unit 1370 can transmit the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag 1000 along with the weight information. The server can map the measured weight information to the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag 1000 for storage and management.

[0367] If the RFID antenna 1300 identifies the RFID tag 1000, the control unit 1340 confirms the data from the weight sensor 244. If a pet is sensed on the seat 254 based on the data from the weight sensor 244, the memory 1330 can store the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag 1000.

[0368] The memory 1330 can map the measured weight information to the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag 1000 for storage and management.

[0369] Figure 15 This is a flowchart illustrating the operation method of an air purifier according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 16 and Figure 17 The figure is referred to in the description of RFID identification of an air purifier according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0370] First, refer to Figure 15 The RFID tag 1000 can be registered in the application (App) (S1510). For example, a user can run the application on a mobile terminal, select RFID tag 1000, and enter the information of the pet wearing the RFID tag 1000.

[0371] If RFID tag 1000 is registered, the registered pet project will be displayed in the application's UI.

[0372] If there are multiple RFID tags 1000, the user can also register other pets in the same way.

[0373] Figure 11a Example 1110 shows the user interface screen when two cats are registered. The user can select the registered pet items 1111 and 1112, confirm the details of the corresponding pet, and set up customized services.

[0374] Reference Figure 16 If a cat 1600 wearing an RFID tag 1000 climbs onto the seat 200, the RFID antenna 1300 can receive the signal from the RFID tag 1000 (S1520).

[0375] According to the embodiment, it can be further confirmed whether the signal received by the RFID antenna 1300 is an RFID signal (S1530). In addition, it can be further confirmed whether the signal received by the RFID antenna 1300 is an RFID signal that can be processed in the air purifier 1 (S1530).

[0376] Reference Figure 17 Even if it's not on the seat 200, the RFID tag 1800 may still be misidentified if it comes near the RFID antenna 1300. For example, if it moves on objects 1700 around the air purifier such as tables, chairs, or sofas, the RFID tag 1000 may be accidentally identified even if the cat 1800 does not climb onto the seat 200.

[0377] In order to determine whether the pet has climbed onto the seat 200 or is only around the seat 200, the control unit 1340 can confirm the signal of the load sensor 244 (S1540).

[0378] If the RFID antenna 1300 receives a signal from the RFID tag 1000 (S1520), the control unit 1340 can confirm the signal from the load sensor 244 (S1540). If the load sensor 244 senses weight and sends a signal (S1540), the control unit 1340 can determine that the pet has climbed onto the seat 200.

[0379] The control unit 1340 can accurately measure the weight of the pet climbing onto the seat device 200 using the load sensor 244 (S1550).

[0380] The control unit 1340 can confirm the identification information such as the ID corresponding to the RFID tag 1000 (S1560).

[0381] To prevent misidentification, if the value of the load sensor 244 is received together with the RFID signal, the control unit 1340 processes the received RFID signal and confirms the identification information of the corresponding RFID tag 1000 (S1560).

[0382] Then, the control unit 1340 can provide customized services to the identified pet. Additionally, the control unit 1340 can manage data according to the identification information.

[0383] For example, the communication unit 1370 can transmit the weight measurement value to the connected application or server (S1570). In this case, the communication unit 1370 can also transmit identification information and map it to the pet whose weight measurement value has been identified for management.

[0384] The combination and order of the illustrated steps can be different. For example, after confirming the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag 1000 (S1560), the control unit 1340 can use the load sensor 244 to measure the weight of the pet climbing onto the seat device 200 (S1550).

[0385] Alternatively, if the RFID antenna 1300 receives a signal from the RFID tag 1000 (S1520), the control unit 1340 can also determine the pet's weight based on the confirmed load sensor 244 signal (S1540). In this case, the load sensor 244 value will be confirmed again, and the step of measuring the weight will be omitted (S1550).

[0386] Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and described above, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described above. Various modifications can be made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit of the present invention as claimed in the claims.

Claims

1. An air cleaner characterized by comprising: include: The main body has an air inlet formed on its circumference and an exhaust outlet formed on the upper surface of the air inlet; as well as A seat assembly, which is detachably mounted on the main body. The seat device includes: seat; A cover, surrounding the outer periphery of the seat, forming a space on the upper side of the seat; and A ring-shaped RFID antenna surrounds the space.

2. The air purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The RFID antenna is disposed at the upper end of the seat cover.

3. The air purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The seat cover includes an inner cover configured to face the space and an outer cover configured around the outer side of the inner cover.

4. The air purifier according to claim 3, characterized in that, The inner cover contacts the outer cover at its upper and lower ends, respectively. A space is formed between the inner cover and the outer cover in the region between the upper end and the lower end.

5. The air purifier according to claim 4, characterized in that, The RFID antenna is configured in the partitioned space.

6. The air purifier according to claim 5, characterized in that, The RFID antenna is in contact with the inner cover and the outer cover.

7. The air purifier according to claim 5, characterized in that, The RFID antenna is positioned at the top of the space.

8. The air purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The seat device also includes a weight sensor. The air purifier also includes a communication unit. If the RFID antenna identifies an RFID tag and the weight sensor detects a pet on the seat, the communication unit transmits the weight information measured by the weight sensor to a server.

9. The air purifier according to claim 8, characterized in that, The communication unit transmits the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag along with the weight information.

10. The air purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The seat device also includes a weight sensor. The air purifier also includes a memory that stores the weight information measured by the weight sensor if the RFID antenna identifies an RFID tag and the weight sensor senses a pet on the seat.

11. The air purifier according to claim 10, characterized in that, The memory matches and stores the measured weight information with the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag.

12. The air purifier according to claim 1, characterized in that, The seat device further includes: A mounting plate is disposed on the underside of the seat; and A heater is disposed on the underside of the mounting plate; If the RFID antenna detects an RFID tag, the heater operates based on the temperature set in the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag.

13. The air purifier according to claim 12, characterized in that, It also includes a memory that matches and stores the heater's operating time information with the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag.

14. The air purifier according to claim 12, characterized in that, It also includes a communication unit, which transmits the heater's operating time information and the identification information corresponding to the RFID tag to the server.

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