Refrigerating apparatus and refrigerator

Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of refrigeration device and refrigerator.The refrigeration device includes compressor;Evaporator, the evaporator is connected with the compressor by return air pipe;Water suction mechanism, the water suction mechanism is movably arranged on the return air pipe;Driving mechanism, the driving mechanism is connected with the water suction mechanism, and the driving mechanism can drive the water suction mechanism moves on the return air pipe.The refrigeration device and refrigerator provided by the utility model move on the outer wall of return air pipe using water suction mechanism, absorb the condensation generated on return air pipe, effectively improve the neatness of the internal environment of refrigerator, also can avoid the influence of other electrical components normal work of dripping condensation, and because return air pipe is located in compressor cavity, the temperature in compressor cavity can dry the condensation absorbed in water suction mechanism, so that water suction mechanism can be prepared for next time to the condensation on return air pipe absorption, improve the use experience of refrigerator.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of refrigerator technology, and in particular to a refrigeration device and a refrigerator. Background Technology

[0002] In a refrigerator's refrigeration system, the return pipe is a crucial component connecting the evaporator and the compressor. In low-temperature environments, condensation easily forms on the surface of the return pipe, causing water droplets to drip down the pipe. This not only affects the cleanliness of the refrigerator's interior but may also cause short circuits in electrical components.

[0003] In existing technologies, insulation materials are usually used to wrap the return air pipe to reduce condensation, but this method cannot completely solve the problem, especially in high humidity environments where condensation is still quite serious. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve the technical problem of condensation on the return pipe of refrigerators in the prior art, a refrigeration device and refrigerator are provided that uses a water suction mechanism to move and absorb water from the outer wall of the return pipe to prevent condensation from dripping from the return pipe.

[0005] A refrigeration device, comprising:

[0006] compressor;

[0007] An evaporator, which is connected to the compressor via a return gas pipe;

[0008] A water-absorbing mechanism is movably mounted on the air return pipe;

[0009] A driving mechanism is provided, which is connected to the water absorption mechanism and is capable of driving the water absorption mechanism to move on the air return pipe.

[0010] The water absorption mechanism includes a water absorption part and a driving part. The water absorption part is located on the driving part and has a mounting hole. The water absorption part is sleeved on the air return pipe through the mounting hole. The driving mechanism is connected to the driving part.

[0011] The driving mechanism includes a first magnetic part and a second magnetic part. The first magnetic part is located at one end of the air return pipe, and the second magnetic part is located at the second end of the air return pipe. The water absorption mechanism can move between the first magnetic part and the second magnetic part, and both the first magnetic part and the second magnetic part can magnetically engage with the driving part.

[0012] The refrigeration device also includes a limiting structure, which is disposed on the portion of the return pipe near the compressor, and the limiting structure can limit the water absorption mechanism.

[0013] The return gas pipe is welded to the compressor, and the welding position between the return gas pipe and the compressor constitutes the limiting structure.

[0014] The driving mechanism includes a driving component and a pull rope. One end of the pull rope is connected to the water absorption mechanism, and the other end is connected to the driving component. The driving component can drive the water absorption mechanism to move through the pull rope.

[0015] The refrigeration device also includes a control mechanism, which is electrically connected to the drive mechanism and can control the drive mechanism according to a preset anti-condensation program.

[0016] The refrigeration device also includes a detection mechanism, which is capable of acquiring the ambient temperature and / or ambient humidity of the space where the refrigeration device is located. The detection mechanism is electrically connected to the control mechanism, which is capable of determining whether to activate the preset anti-condensation program based on the ambient temperature and / or ambient humidity.

[0017] The refrigeration device also includes a timing mechanism, which is capable of acquiring the time interval between two adjacent movements of the water absorption mechanism, and the timing mechanism is electrically connected to the control mechanism.

[0018] A refrigerator includes the aforementioned refrigeration device.

[0019] The refrigeration device and refrigerator provided by this utility model utilize a water suction mechanism that moves on the outer wall of the return gas pipe to absorb the condensation generated on the return gas pipe. This avoids the problem of condensation accumulating and dripping on the outer wall of the return gas pipe, effectively improving the cleanliness of the refrigerator's internal environment. It also prevents dripping condensation from affecting the normal operation of other electrical components. Furthermore, since the return gas pipe is located inside the compressor cavity, the temperature inside the compressor cavity can dry the condensation absorbed by the water suction mechanism, allowing the water suction mechanism to prepare for the next absorption of condensation on the return gas pipe, thus improving the user experience of the refrigerator. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the water absorption mechanism and the driving mechanism provided in the embodiment of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the water absorption mechanism and compressor provided in the embodiments of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the magnetic field lines generated by the drive mechanism provided in this embodiment of the utility model;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the water absorption mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] In the picture:

[0025] 1. Compressor; 2. Return pipe; 3. Water suction mechanism; 4. Drive mechanism; 31. Water suction part; 32. Drive part; 41. First magnetic part; 42. Second magnetic part. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only for explaining this utility model and are not intended to limit this utility model.

[0027] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0028] It should be noted that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this utility model are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such terms can be used interchangeably where appropriate for the embodiments of the utility model described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion; for example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not necessarily limited to those steps or units explicitly listed, but may include other steps or units not explicitly listed or inherent to such processes, methods, products, or apparatus.

[0029] It should be noted that in the description of this utility model, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," which indicate directional or positional relationships, are based on the directional or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These are merely for ease of description and do not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0030] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "setting," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0031] In a refrigerator's refrigeration system, the return pipe is a crucial component connecting the evaporator and compressor. In low-temperature environments, condensation easily forms on the surface of the return pipe, causing water droplets to drip down the pipe. This not only affects the cleanliness of the refrigerator's interior but can also potentially cause short circuits in electrical components. Current technology typically uses insulation material to wrap the return pipe to reduce condensation, but this method does not completely solve the problem, especially in high-humidity environments where condensation remains a significant issue.

[0032] Therefore, this application provides a method such as Figures 1 to 4The refrigeration device shown includes: a compressor 1; an evaporator connected to the compressor 1 via a return pipe 2; a water-absorbing mechanism 3 movably mounted on the return pipe 2; and a drive mechanism 4 connected to the water-absorbing mechanism 3, which can move the water-absorbing mechanism 3 along the return pipe 2. By moving the water-absorbing mechanism 3 along the outer wall of the return pipe 2, it absorbs the condensation generated on the return pipe 2, thus preventing the condensation from accumulating and dripping onto the outer wall of the return pipe 2. This effectively improves the cleanliness of the refrigerator's interior and prevents dripping condensation from affecting the normal operation of other electrical components. Furthermore, since the return pipe 2 is located inside the compressor 1, the temperature inside the compressor 1 can dry the condensation absorbed by the water-absorbing mechanism 3, preparing it for the next absorption of condensation on the return pipe 2, thus improving the user experience of the refrigerator. It is important to emphasize that although the return pipe 2 is located inside the compressor 1 cavity, the temperature inside the compressor 1 cavity is not high when the refrigerator starts up, while the refrigerant temperature inside the return pipe 2 is also low. This still causes condensation to form on the outer wall of the return pipe 2. As the refrigerant continues to flow within the return pipe 2, the condensation on its outer wall will collect and drip. This is especially true when there is a height difference in the shape of the return pipe 2; condensation at higher levels will flow to lower levels, again causing condensation to collect and drip. Therefore, as the temperature inside the compressor 1 cavity rises to a certain level, the water suction mechanism 3 is needed to clean the outer wall of the return pipe 2. Wiping and absorbing water prevents condensation from dripping onto the return pipe 2. In other words, existing technologies use insulation material to wrap the return pipe 2 to block the conditions that cause condensation. However, this application does not directly prevent condensation from forming on the return pipe 2. Instead, it absorbs and treats the condensation promptly after it forms, using a method of guiding and consuming the condensation. This is completely opposite to the technical means in existing technologies. It also avoids the problem of condensation still occurring even after the insulation material is damaged, further ensuring the reliability of the refrigeration device and the user experience.

[0033] In one specific implementation, the water absorption mechanism 3 includes a water absorption part 31 and a driving part 32. The water absorption part 31 is located on the driving part 32, and the water absorption part 31 is provided with a mounting hole. The water absorption part 31 is sleeved on the return air pipe 2 through the mounting hole. The driving mechanism 4 is connected to the driving part 32. By using the driving part 32 to drive the water absorption part 31 to move, the water absorption part 31 can absorb and wipe water at all positions on the return air pipe 2, thereby removing condensation generated at any position on the return air pipe 2. This avoids the problem of condensation accumulating and dripping on the outer wall of the return air pipe 2, effectively improving the cleanliness of the refrigerator's internal environment and preventing dripping condensation from affecting the normal operation of other electrical components.

[0034] Specifically, the driving mechanism 4 includes a first magnetic part 41 and a second magnetic part 42. The first magnetic part 41 is located at one end of the return air pipe 2, and the second magnetic part 42 is located at the second end of the return air pipe 2. The water absorption mechanism 3 can move between the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42, and both the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42 can magnetically engage with the driving part 32. The magnetic field generated by the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42 magnetically attracts the driving part 32, thereby forcing the driving part 32 to move. The first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42 generate a controllable magnetic field surrounding the entire return air pipe 2. By adjusting the direction of the magnetic field, the water absorption mechanism 3 can be controlled to move in different directions. Figure 3 As shown in the figure, the lines on the outside of the return air pipe are the magnetic lines of force generated by the drive mechanism.

[0035] In one implementation, when the first magnetic part 41 generates magnetic force, the second magnetic part 42 stops generating magnetic force. The driving part 32 is attracted by the magnetic force of the first magnetic part 41 and moves towards the first magnetic part 41. The movement of the driving part 32 can drive the movement of the water-absorbing part 31, thereby wiping the air return pipe 2 in the first direction. When the water-absorbing part 31 reaches a preset position close to the first magnetic part 41, the first magnetic part 41 stops generating magnetic force, and the second magnetic part 42 starts generating magnetic force. The driving part 32 is attracted by the magnetic force of the second magnetic part 42 and moves towards the second magnetic part 42. The movement of the driving part 32 can drive the movement of the water-absorbing part 31, thereby wiping the air return pipe 2 in the second direction. By alternating the operation of the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42, the reciprocating movement of the water-absorbing part 31 on the air return pipe 2 is realized, ensuring the wiping effect of the air return pipe 2. Furthermore, by utilizing the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42, the shape of the return air pipe 2 can be disregarded. In particular, when the shape of the return air pipe 2 is not a straight pipe, the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42 can still act on the drive part 32 through the generated magnetic field, thereby ensuring the reliability of the movement of the water suction mechanism 3.

[0036] The water-absorbing part 31 is made of a highly absorbent material, such as a sponge, which can absorb a large amount of condensation and store it inside. Alternatively, it can be made of a material with fast drainage and low residue, such as absorbent resin. The absorbent resin can absorb the condensation and discharge and collect it at a set location using fast drainage, thereby avoiding the problem of water dripping at random locations in the return pipe 2 and ensuring the reliability of the refrigeration device.

[0037] The drive unit 32 is made of a high magnetic permeability material, which can ensure its reliable cooperation with the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42. At the same time, the drive unit 32 and the water absorption part 31 are tightly connected to ensure the structural reliability of the water absorption mechanism 3.

[0038] Both the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42 are formed by winding coils, preferably copper wires. The generation of a magnetic field is controlled by energizing and de-energizing the coils. The magnetic field strength can also be adjusted according to the number of coil turns, so that the first magnetic part 41 and the second magnetic part 42 can generate a magnetic field in a controllable manner, thereby making the movement of the water absorption mechanism 3 controllable.

[0039] In order to enable the water absorption mechanism 3 to be reused, the condensation inside the water absorption mechanism 3 needs to be consumed. Although the return pipe 2 is located inside the compressor 1 cavity, that is, the water absorption mechanism 3 is located inside the compressor 1 cavity, the temperature inside the compressor 1 cavity needs to gradually rise as the compressor 1 operates. The timing of condensation on the return pipe 2 is in the early stage of refrigerator startup, and the temperature inside the compressor 1 cavity is insufficient to dry the water absorption mechanism 3. Therefore, the refrigeration device also includes a limiting structure. The limiting structure is set on the part of the return pipe 2 near the compressor 1, and the limiting structure can limit the water absorption mechanism 3. The limiting structure restricts the water absorption mechanism 3 to stay in the position close to the compressor 1. The waste heat of the compressor 1 during operation is used to dry the water absorption mechanism 3, thereby improving the drying effect of the water absorption mechanism 3, so that the water absorption mechanism 3 can return to the state of being able to absorb water more quickly, which facilitates the next condensation removal of the return pipe 2.

[0040] Optionally, the return air pipe 2 is welded to the compressor 1, and the welding position between the return air pipe 2 and the compressor 1 constitutes the limiting structure. When connecting the return air pipe 2 and the compressor 1, the return air pipe 2 needs to be welded to the air inlet of the compressor 1. At this time, the maximum outer diameter of the weld formed during the welding process will inevitably exceed the return air pipe 2, while the inner diameter of the water suction mechanism 3 is approximately equal to the outer diameter of the return air pipe 2, so that the weld can achieve the effect of limiting the water suction mechanism 3.

[0041] When the water suction mechanism 3 removes the condensation on the return pipe 2, the water suction mechanism 3 can start from the limiting structure, slide along the end of the return pipe 2 away from the compressor 1, and then slide back along the return pipe 2 to the limiting structure. At this time, the condensation removal of the entire return pipe 2 has been completed. At the same time, the water suction mechanism 3 can also continue to be dried by the waste heat of the compressor 1 at the limiting structure, preparing for the next condensation removal.

[0042] In another embodiment (not shown in the figure), the driving mechanism 4 includes a driving component and a pull rope. One end of the pull rope is connected to the water absorption mechanism 3, and the other end is connected to the driving component. The driving component can drive the water absorption mechanism 3 to move via the pull rope. By pulling the pull rope with the driving component, the water absorption mechanism 3 is moved on the air return pipe 2. Taking a stepper motor as the driving component, there are two stepper motors, which are respectively arranged at both ends of the air return pipe 2. Each stepper motor is connected to the water absorption mechanism 3 via a pull rope. According to the movement requirements of the water absorption mechanism 3, one of the two stepper motors can work while the other follows. Compared with the previous embodiment, the reliability of the direct mechanical connection is higher than that of magnetic drive. However, for the complex-shaped air return pipe 2, the pull rope is easy to get tangled, while magnetic drive has higher reliability.

[0043] The refrigeration device also includes a control mechanism electrically connected to the drive mechanism 4, which can control the drive mechanism 4 according to a preset anti-condensation program. The control mechanism enables automated operation of the refrigeration device without manual intervention, improving the user experience. The anti-condensation program is pre-stored in the control mechanism, allowing the drive mechanism 4 to drive the water suction mechanism 3 to wipe the return air pipe 2 according to the program, thereby preventing dripping and reducing the energy consumption of the refrigeration device.

[0044] Optionally, the refrigeration device further includes a detection mechanism. This detection mechanism is capable of acquiring the ambient temperature of the space where the refrigeration device is located. The detection mechanism is electrically connected to the control mechanism, which can determine whether to activate the preset anti-condensation program based on the ambient temperature. By acquiring the ambient temperature, it can be determined whether condensation will occur on the outer wall of the return pipe 2. For example, if the ambient temperature is lower than a preset temperature value or if the temperature difference between the ambient temperature and the refrigerant inside the return pipe 2 exceeds a preset difference value, condensation may occur. If condensation is likely, the preset anti-condensation program is activated, and the return pipe 2 is wiped using the water absorption mechanism 3. If condensation does not occur, the preset anti-condensation program is not activated, reducing the energy consumption of the refrigeration device.

[0045] The refrigeration device also includes a detection mechanism, which can acquire the ambient humidity of the space where the refrigeration device is located. The detection mechanism is electrically connected to the control mechanism, which can determine whether to activate the preset anti-condensation program based on the ambient humidity. By acquiring the ambient humidity, it can be determined whether condensation will occur on the outer wall of the return pipe 2, for example, when the ambient humidity exceeds a preset humidity value. If it does, condensation may occur. When condensation is likely, the preset anti-condensation program is activated, and the water absorption mechanism 3 wipes the return pipe 2. If condensation does not occur, the preset anti-condensation program is not activated, reducing the energy consumption of the refrigeration device.

[0046] Ideally, the testing agency should simultaneously test the ambient temperature and humidity. If the ambient temperature is lower than the preset temperature value and the ambient humidity reaches the preset humidity value, condensation will occur, and the preset anti-condensation program will be activated. The water absorption mechanism 3 will be used to wipe the return air pipe 2. Otherwise, the preset anti-condensation program will not be activated to reduce the energy consumption of the refrigeration unit.

[0047] To ensure that the water-absorbing mechanism 3 can reliably wipe away condensation during its movement, and to prevent the water-absorbing mechanism 3 from being unable to completely absorb the condensation on the return air pipe 2, especially if the drying time of the water-absorbing mechanism 3 is short and the condensation absorbed in its previous movement is not completely dried and removed, the refrigeration device also includes a timing mechanism. This timing mechanism can acquire the time interval between two adjacent movements of the water-absorbing mechanism 3, and is electrically connected to the control mechanism. By controlling the time interval between two movements of the water-absorbing mechanism 3, it is ensured that the water-absorbing mechanism 3 is dried to a preset degree, thus ensuring the reliability of the wiping of the return air pipe 2 by the water-absorbing mechanism 3.

[0048] The timing mechanism needs to have a preset time interval t0, and the time interval t1 between two movements of the water absorption mechanism 3 needs to be greater than or equal to t0. This ensures the drying degree of the water absorption mechanism 3. The preset time interval t0 needs to be determined based on parameters such as the maximum length of the return air pipe 2 and the distance between the limit position of the water absorption mechanism 3 and the compressor 1.

[0049] A refrigerator, comprising the aforementioned refrigeration device.

[0050] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A refrigeration device, characterized in that: include: Compressor (1); An evaporator, which is connected to the compressor (1) via a return pipe (2); A water-absorbing mechanism (3) is movably mounted on the air return pipe (2); The driving mechanism (4) is connected to the water absorption mechanism (3), and the driving mechanism (4) can drive the water absorption mechanism (3) to move on the air return pipe (2).

2. The refrigeration device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water absorption mechanism (3) includes a water absorption part (31) and a driving part (32). The water absorption part (31) is located on the driving part (32), and the water absorption part (31) is provided with an installation hole. The water absorption part (31) is sleeved on the air return pipe (2) through the installation hole. The driving mechanism (4) is connected to the driving part (32).

3. The refrigeration device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The driving mechanism (4) includes a first magnetic part (41) and a second magnetic part (42). The first magnetic part (41) is located at one end of the return air pipe (2), and the second magnetic part (42) is located at the second end of the return air pipe (2). The water absorption mechanism (3) can move between the first magnetic part (41) and the second magnetic part (42), and both the first magnetic part (41) and the second magnetic part (42) can magnetically cooperate with the driving part (32).

4. The refrigeration device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The refrigeration device also includes a limiting structure, which is disposed on the part of the return pipe (2) near the compressor (1), and the limiting structure can limit the water absorption mechanism (3).

5. The refrigeration device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The return gas pipe (2) is welded to the compressor (1), and the welding position between the return gas pipe (2) and the compressor (1) constitutes the limiting structure.

6. The refrigeration device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving mechanism (4) includes a driving component and a pull rope. One end of the pull rope is connected to the water absorption mechanism (3), and the other end is connected to the driving component. The driving component can drive the water absorption mechanism (3) to move through the pull rope.

7. The refrigeration device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The refrigeration device also includes a control mechanism, which is electrically connected to the drive mechanism (4), and the control mechanism can control the drive mechanism (4) according to a preset anti-condensation program.

8. The refrigeration device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The refrigeration device also includes a detection mechanism, which is capable of acquiring the ambient temperature and / or ambient humidity of the space where the refrigeration device is located. The detection mechanism is electrically connected to the control mechanism, which is capable of determining whether to activate the preset anti-condensation program based on the ambient temperature and / or ambient humidity.

9. The refrigeration device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The refrigeration device also includes a timing mechanism, which is capable of obtaining the time interval between two adjacent movements of the water absorption mechanism (3), and the timing mechanism is electrically connected to the control mechanism.

10. A refrigerator, characterized in that: The refrigeration device includes any one of claims 1 to 9.

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