Air outlet assembly and air conditioner

Abstract

The utility model discloses an air outlet assembly and air conditioner, air outlet assembly includes the casing, a plurality of air outlet units and air duct structure, a plurality of air outlet units set up in the different surface of casing, and the air duct structure is formed in the inside of casing and defines at least one air intake area, wherein, every air outlet unit includes the air outlet and the fan of driving the airflow of air outlet, and the air duct structure is configured as can distribute the airflow from air intake area to any air outlet unit. The utility model discloses a plurality of air outlet units set up in the different surface of casing, allow the airflow to send out from multiple directions, break through the limitation of single air outlet mode, and the air duct structure can distribute the airflow of air intake area to any air outlet unit flexibly, which is equivalent to enlarging effective air intake area and airflow path, improves circulating air volume and heat exchange efficiency, thereby speeds up room temperature regulation speed and improves user experience.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of air conditioner technology, and in particular to an air outlet component and an air conditioner. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional cabinet air conditioners typically use a single air outlet with a deflector to regulate airflow. This design results in a concentrated airflow direction and a limited air delivery angle, making it difficult to simultaneously meet users' comfort needs for different directions and airflow modes. More importantly, these air conditioners generally rely on the rear panel for unidirectional air intake, and their limited air intake area becomes a major bottleneck in improving air circulation and heat exchange efficiency, directly leading to slow cooling or heating speeds and poor room temperature regulation. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an innovative air conditioner structure that can overcome the limitations of a single air outlet mode and significantly improve air intake efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0003] The present invention provides an air outlet component and an air conditioner, which solves the technical problems of traditional cabinet air conditioners having a single air outlet mode and low air intake efficiency, resulting in slow temperature regulation speed.

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, according to one aspect of this application, an embodiment of the present invention provides an air outlet assembly, the air outlet assembly including a housing, a plurality of air outlet units, and an air duct structure, wherein the plurality of air outlet units are disposed on different surfaces of the housing, the air duct structure is formed inside the housing and defines at least one air inlet area; wherein each air outlet unit includes an air outlet and a fan for driving airflow from the air outlet, and the air duct structure is configured to distribute airflow from the air inlet area to any of the air outlet units.

[0005] In some embodiments, the plurality of air outlet units include three units: a first air outlet unit disposed on the top of the housing, a second air outlet unit disposed on the bottom of the housing, and a third air outlet unit disposed on the front of the housing.

[0006] In some embodiments, the first air outlet unit, the second air outlet unit, and the third air outlet unit each include an air guide plate module, which is configured to open, close, and guide the airflow of the corresponding air outlet unit.

[0007] In some embodiments, the first air outlet unit and the second air outlet unit each include a unidirectional air outlet fan, and the third air outlet unit includes a cross-flow fan.

[0008] In some embodiments, the air intake area includes a first air intake formed on one side of the housing and a second air intake formed on the other side of the housing.

[0009] In some embodiments, the air outlet assembly further includes a heat exchanger assembly, the heat exchanger assembly including a first heat exchanger disposed at the first air inlet and a second heat exchanger disposed at the second air inlet.

[0010] In some embodiments, the air outlet assembly further includes a heat exchanger assembly, which includes a third heat exchanger disposed at the first air outlet unit and a fourth heat exchanger disposed at the second air outlet unit.

[0011] In some embodiments, the air duct structure includes a common air cavity communicating with the air inlet area, and independent air supply channels branching off from the common air cavity and extending to each of the air outlet units.

[0012] In some embodiments, the individual air supply channels are separated by grilles.

[0013] According to another aspect of this application, an embodiment of the present invention provides an air conditioner that includes the air outlet assembly described above.

[0014] In some embodiments, the air conditioner further includes a mounting structure, the mounting structure including a mounting bracket and a connecting portion disposed on the back of the housing, the mounting bracket being used to fix to a vertical wall, and the connecting portion being used to cooperate with the mounting bracket to suspend the air conditioner on the vertical wall.

[0015] In some embodiments, the back surface of the housing is a flat surface for fitting against the vertical wall surface.

[0016] In some embodiments, the mounting bracket is provided with a plurality of upwardly protruding support flanges, and the connecting portion includes a plurality of support holes provided on the back of the housing, wherein the support flanges cooperate with the support holes to suspend and support the air conditioner.

[0017] In some embodiments, the lower end of the mounting bracket is provided with a support portion for supporting the housing.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the air outlet assembly of this utility model has at least the following beneficial effects: The air outlet assembly provided by this utility model includes a housing, multiple air outlet units, and an air duct structure. The multiple air outlet units are disposed on different surfaces of the housing, and the air duct structure is formed inside the housing and defines at least one air inlet area. Each air outlet unit includes an air outlet and a fan that drives the airflow at the air outlet. The air duct structure is configured to distribute the airflow from the air inlet area to any of the air outlet units.

[0019] This invention effectively solves the problems in the background technology through the integrated design of the shell, multiple air outlet units, and air duct structure. Traditional air conditioners have a single air outlet direction and a limited air inlet area, resulting in a narrow air supply range and slow adjustment speed. In this solution, multiple air outlet units are set on different surfaces of the shell, allowing airflow to be delivered from multiple directions, breaking through the limitation of a single air outlet mode. At the same time, the air duct structure can flexibly distribute the airflow in the air inlet area to any air outlet unit, which is equivalent to expanding the effective air inlet area and airflow path, improving the circulating air volume and heat exchange efficiency, thereby accelerating the room temperature adjustment speed and improving the user experience.

[0020] The air conditioner provided by this utility model is designed based on the above-mentioned air outlet component. Its beneficial effects are the same as those of the above-mentioned air outlet component, and will not be repeated here.

[0021] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of this utility model. In order to better understand the technical means of this utility model and to implement it in accordance with the contents of the specification, the preferred embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is an exploded view of an air outlet component provided in an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the first air outlet unit in an air outlet assembly provided in an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an air outlet assembly provided by this utility model, showing the cooperation between the air duct, the first air outlet unit, and the second air outlet unit. Figure 4 This is a side view of an air outlet assembly provided in this embodiment of the present invention, showing the air duct cooperating with the first air outlet unit and the second air outlet unit; Figure 5 This is a front view of an air outlet assembly provided in this embodiment of the utility model, showing the air duct cooperating with the first air outlet unit and the second air outlet unit; Figure 6 This is a side view of an air outlet assembly with air outlet in front, provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of an air outlet assembly with air outlet in front, provided in an embodiment of this utility model. Figure 8 This is a side view of an air outlet assembly when air is being discharged, according to an embodiment of this utility model. Figure 9 This is a side view of an air outlet assembly with air outlet at the bottom, provided in an embodiment of this utility model; Figure 10 This is an exploded view of the installation structure of an air outlet assembly provided in this embodiment of the present invention when it is fitted with the housing and the wall. Figure 11 yes Figure 10 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle; Figure label explanation: 1. Housing; 2. Air outlet unit; 21. First air outlet unit; 22. Second air outlet unit; 23. Third air outlet unit; 24. Air outlet; 211. Air guide plate module; 212. Unidirectional air outlet fan; 213. Air outlet frame; 231. Cross-flow fan; 3. Air duct structure; 31. Grille; 4. Air inlet area; 41. First air inlet; 42. Second air inlet; 5. Heat exchanger assembly; 6. Mounting structure; 61. Mounting bracket; 62. Connecting part; 611. Support flange; 612. Support part. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To further illustrate the technical means and effects adopted by this utility model to achieve its intended purpose, the specific implementation methods, structures, features, and effects according to this utility model application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments. In the following description, different "an embodiment" or "an embodiment" do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment. Furthermore, specific features, structures, or characteristics in one or more embodiments can be combined in any suitable form.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should be clarified that the terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and drawings of this utility model are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence; the terms "vertical," "lateral," "longitudinal," "front," "back," "left," "right," "up," "down," "horizontal," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model, and do not mean that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation or position, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] To better understand the above technical solutions, the following will provide a detailed explanation of the technical solutions in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0028] Example 1 This embodiment provides an air outlet assembly, which includes a housing 1, a plurality of air outlet units 2, and an air duct structure 3. The plurality of air outlet units 2 are disposed on different surfaces of the housing 1, and the air duct structure 3 is formed inside the housing 1 and defines at least one air inlet area 4. Each air outlet unit 2 includes an air outlet 24 and a fan that drives the airflow from the air outlet 24. The air duct structure 3 is configured to distribute the airflow from the air inlet area 4 to any of the air outlet units 2.

[0029] like Figure 1 As shown, the housing 1 serves as the main supporting structure of the air conditioner. Its design eliminates the independent top cover and chassis components found in traditional cabinet air conditioners, allowing the top and bottom of the air conditioner to directly form a simplified air outlet structure. Inside, an air duct structure 3 is formed, while multiple air outlet units 2 are distributed on different outer surfaces of the housing 1, such as the top, bottom, and front. Each air outlet unit 2 includes an air outlet 24 and a fan. The air outlet 24 is the opening for airflow discharge, and the fan is responsible for driving the airflow out of the air outlet 24. The air duct structure 3 is located inside the housing 1 and is connected to the air inlet area 4. The air inlet area 4 is the starting point for airflow entry. The air duct structure 3 guides the airflow to each air outlet unit 2 through internal channels. More specifically, the air duct structure 3 is directly connected to the fan of each air outlet unit 2, ensuring that the airflow can smoothly flow from the air inlet area 4 through the air duct structure 3 to the target air outlet unit 2, thereby achieving flexible distribution of airflow in multiple directions. The function of the housing 1 is to provide the overall structural framework and installation base, accommodate all internal components, and ensure the stability of the air conditioner; the function of multiple air outlet units 2 is to achieve air delivery in different directions through their respective air outlets 24 and fans, to meet the user's needs for diverse airflow patterns, such as top air outlet, bottom air outlet, or front air outlet; the function of the air duct structure 3 is to serve as the core of airflow distribution, which efficiently guides and switches the airflow from the air inlet area 4 to any selected air outlet unit 2, ensuring the flexibility and controllability of the airflow path, thereby improving the overall performance of the air conditioner.

[0030] The airflow first enters the air duct structure 3 from the air inlet area 4. The air duct structure 3 distributes the airflow to the corresponding air outlet unit 2 according to the air outlet mode selected by the user. For example, when air outlet is required at the top, the air duct structure 3 directs the airflow to the air outlet unit 2 at the top. The fan of this unit starts and drives the airflow to be discharged from the air outlet 24. Other air outlet units 2 may be temporarily closed or adjusted. This coordination ensures that the airflow can be quickly and accurately switched to different directions to meet the real-time comfort requirements.

[0031] This embodiment effectively solves the problems in the background technology through the integrated design of the housing 1, multiple air outlet units 2 and air duct structure 3. Traditional air conditioners have a single air outlet direction and a limited air inlet area, resulting in a narrow air supply range and slow adjustment speed. In this solution, multiple air outlet units 2 are set on different surfaces of the housing 1, allowing airflow to be sent out from multiple directions, breaking through the limitation of a single air outlet mode. At the same time, the air duct structure 3 can flexibly distribute the airflow in the air inlet area 4 to any air outlet unit 2, which is equivalent to expanding the effective air inlet area and airflow path, improving the circulating air volume and heat exchange efficiency, thereby accelerating the room temperature adjustment speed and improving the user experience.

[0032] In a specific embodiment, the plurality of air outlet units 2 include three, namely a first air outlet unit 21 disposed on the top of the housing 1, a second air outlet unit 22 disposed on the bottom of the housing 1, and a third air outlet unit 23 disposed on the front of the housing 1.

[0033] The multiple air outlet units 2 specifically include three independent units: the first air outlet unit 21 is located on the top of the housing 1, the second air outlet unit 22 is located on the bottom of the housing 1, and the third air outlet unit 23 is located on the front of the housing 1. Each air outlet unit includes its own air outlet 24 and fan.

[0034] More specifically, this arrangement allows airflow to be actively driven and exhausted from different directions, such as top, bottom, and front air outlets, thus forming a multi-directional air supply pattern. The technical effect of this design is a significant improvement in the air supply flexibility and coverage of the air conditioner. When the first air outlet unit 21 delivers airflow from the top, it promotes the natural sinking of cold air; when the second air outlet unit 22 delivers airflow from the bottom, it promotes the rising and diffusion of hot air; and when the third air outlet unit 23 delivers airflow from the front, it can achieve a direct and rapid air supply mode. Users can flexibly switch the air outlet direction according to their actual needs, avoiding the problems of dead air or insufficient comfort caused by the single air outlet of traditional air conditioners. At the same time, through the synergistic effect of multi-directional air outlets, the indoor air circulation efficiency is enhanced, thereby improving the speed of temperature regulation and overall energy efficiency.

[0035] In a specific embodiment, the first air outlet unit 21, the second air outlet unit 22, and the third air outlet unit 23 each include an air guide plate module 211, which is configured to open, close, and guide the airflow of the corresponding air outlet unit. An air outlet frame 213 is also included.

[0036] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the first air outlet unit 21, the second air outlet unit 22, and the third air outlet unit 23 are all equipped with a dedicated air guide plate module 211. This air guide plate module 211 is designed to perform two main functions: first, to control the opening or closing of the airflow of the corresponding air outlet unit. When the air outlet unit is not working, the air guide plate module 211 closes to seal the air outlet, preventing dust from entering and maintaining the overall aesthetics of the unit; second, to guide the direction of airflow, such as adjusting the air outlet angle or path to achieve more precise air delivery. More specifically, the air guide plate module 211 adjusts the opening state of the air outlet 24 through mechanical movement. When airflow is required in a certain direction, the air guide plate module 211 opens and guides the airflow in a directional manner, while in other modes it closes to prevent unnecessary airflow. The technical effect of this design is a significant enhancement to the flexibility of airflow and user comfort. The air deflector module 211 allows for quick switching between different airflow modes, such as activating only the first air outlet unit 21 for top-level airflow, or combining it with the second air outlet unit 22 for bottom-level airflow. This avoids the localized overheating or overcooling problems caused by the fixed airflow direction of traditional air conditioners. Simultaneously, by guiding airflow, the air deflector module 211 can disperse airflow over a wider area, reducing discomfort from direct airflow and improving the uniformity of indoor air circulation. This results in more efficient room temperature regulation and a more user-friendly experience while maintaining energy efficiency.

[0037] In a specific embodiment, the first air outlet unit 21 and the second air outlet unit 22 each include a unidirectional air outlet fan 212, and the third air outlet unit 23 includes a cross-flow fan 231.

[0038] The first air outlet unit 21 and the second air outlet unit 22 are both equipped with unidirectional air outlet fans 212, while the third air outlet unit 23 is equipped with a cross-flow fan 231. More specifically, the unidirectional air outlet fan 212 is designed to generate concentrated and highly penetrating airflow in a specific direction, making it ideal for top and bottom air outlet units that require directional airflow and long-distance delivery. In contrast, the cross-flow fan 231 can form a wide and uniform air curtain along the axis of the impeller when operating. This characteristic makes it particularly suitable for installation on the front of the housing 1 to achieve wide-angle air delivery and dispersed airflow. This approach of differentiating fan types for different air outlet positions and functional requirements produces comprehensive technical effects. It enables the first air outlet unit 21 and the second air outlet unit 22 to achieve powerful vertical air delivery, ensuring that hot or cold air can reach the far end of the room or the required height, while the cross-flow fan 231 of the third air outlet unit 23 can provide a wider coverage and a softer frontal airflow, avoiding the discomfort of direct airflow onto people. Furthermore, this combination fully leverages the advantages of various types of fans, enabling the air conditioner to achieve rapid temperature adjustment while also meeting multi-dimensional and diverse comfort air delivery needs, thereby improving the overall product performance and user experience.

[0039] In a specific embodiment, the air intake area 4 includes a first air inlet 41 formed on one side of the housing 1 and a second air inlet 42 formed on the other side of the housing 1.

[0040] The air intake area 4 includes two independent air inlets: a first air inlet 41 formed on one side of the casing 1, and a second air inlet 42 formed on the other side. This arrangement allows air to enter the internal air duct structure 3 simultaneously or selectively from both sides of the casing. More specifically, the first air inlet 41 and the second air inlet 42 serve as the main airflow inlets, and their symmetrical or opposite positions ensure the balance and coverage of the air intake process, avoiding localized airflow congestion that might occur with a single air intake point. This design improves the air intake efficiency and overall performance of the air conditioner because the dual air inlet structure effectively expands the total air intake area, allowing more indoor air to be quickly drawn in and delivered to the air duct structure 3, thereby increasing the circulating air volume. More specifically, this directly alleviates the problem of slow cooling or heating speed caused by the limited air intake area of ​​traditional air conditioners. By enhancing the airflow exchange rate, the air conditioner can regulate the room temperature more quickly. At the same time, multi-directional air intake also helps reduce noise and vibration, improve operational stability, and ultimately enhance user comfort and energy efficiency.

[0041] In a specific embodiment, the air outlet assembly further includes a heat exchanger assembly 5, which includes a first heat exchanger disposed at the first air inlet 41 and a second heat exchanger disposed at the second air inlet 42.

[0042] The heat exchanger assembly 5 includes a first heat exchanger located at the first air inlet 41 and a second heat exchanger located at the second air inlet 42. This means that when air is drawn in from the first air inlet 41 and the second air inlet 42 on both sides of the housing 1, it immediately flows through the first heat exchanger and the second heat exchanger respectively, thus achieving efficient temperature regulation in the initial stage of airflow entering the air duct structure 3. More specifically, this layout of simultaneous heat exchange at both air inlets allows the air entering the air conditioner to be cooled or heated quickly and evenly. This improves the heat exchange efficiency and temperature regulation speed of the air conditioner because the parallel operation of the two heat exchangers effectively doubles the effective heat exchange area and air volume handling capacity, overcoming the efficiency bottleneck caused by the single air inlet and limited heat exchange surface of traditional structures. Furthermore, this design ensures that the airflow is fully processed regardless of whether it is ultimately distributed to the first air outlet unit 21 at the top, the second air outlet unit 22 at the bottom, or the third air outlet unit 23 at the front. This enables rapid response to room temperature requirements, shortens the waiting time for cooling and heating, and improves the overall operating performance and energy efficiency of the air conditioner.

[0043] More specifically, the core of this embodiment lies in placing the heat exchangers at the inlet of the air intake path. More specifically, the first heat exchanger is located at the first air inlet 41, and the second heat exchanger is located at the second air inlet 42. This means that as air is drawn in from the left and right sides of the housing 1, it immediately exchanges heat with the heat exchangers, thus completing preliminary, large-scale temperature regulation at the very beginning of the airflow entering the duct structure 3. The technical effect of this layout focuses on improving air intake efficiency and overall heat exchange capacity. Through dual-sided air intake and simultaneous dual-sided heat exchange, it greatly increases the air handling capacity per unit time, as if widening the inlet and increasing the processing channel. This allows for rapid reduction or increase of the overall temperature of the intake air, providing a large amount of temperature-regulated air for subsequent multi-directional air supply, effectively solving the problem of small airflow and slow temperature regulation speed caused by a small air intake area.

[0044] In a specific embodiment, the air outlet assembly further includes a heat exchanger assembly 5, which includes a third heat exchanger disposed at the first air outlet unit 21 and a fourth heat exchanger disposed at the second air outlet unit 22.

[0045] The heat exchanger assembly 5 further includes a third and a fourth heat exchanger, which are directly positioned at the first air outlet unit 21 and the second air outlet unit 22, respectively. This means that when airflow is guided from the duct structure 3 to these air outlet units, it undergoes final temperature processing near the air outlet 24 via the corresponding heat exchanger. More specifically, this arrangement allows for precise temperature regulation of the airflow by the third or fourth heat exchanger just before it leaves the air conditioner, ensuring that the air delivered from the top or bottom quickly reaches the desired temperature. This design improves the temperature control accuracy and response speed of the air conditioner because the heat exchanger operates close to the air outlet, reducing heat loss or gain during internal airflow and resulting in a more stable and user-defined air outlet temperature. Furthermore, it supports the first air outlet unit 21 and the second air outlet unit 22 to operate independently or synchronously in multiple air outlet modes. For example, when cooling, the top air outlet can quickly lower the temperature while the bottom air outlet can avoid direct blowing, which enhances the flexibility of use and improves the overall energy efficiency, ultimately bringing a more comfortable and efficient indoor environment regulation experience.

[0046] More specifically, the core of this embodiment lies in configuring the heat exchangers along specific air outlet paths. Specifically, the third heat exchanger is located at the first air outlet unit 21, and the fourth heat exchanger is located at the second air outlet unit 22. This design allows for precise, localized temperature adjustment just before the airflow is delivered from the top or bottom air outlet 24 after being distributed within the duct structure 3. This layout enables rapid switching of air outlet modes and precise temperature control. It equips the upper and lower air outlet channels with independent heat exchangers. When switching to the upper air outlet mode, the third heat exchanger can operate independently to ensure the temperature of the upper airflow; when switching to the lower air outlet mode, the fourth heat exchanger can operate independently to ensure the temperature of the lower airflow. This makes the transition between different air outlet modes very rapid and allows for fine-tuning of the temperature according to the needs of different airflow directions, avoiding the temperature fluctuations and delays that exist in traditional single heat exchanger systems during mode switching, thus improving the user's immediate comfort experience.

[0047] In a specific embodiment, the air duct structure 3 includes a common air cavity connected to the air inlet area 4, and independent air supply channels branching off from the common air cavity and extending to each of the air outlet units 2.

[0048] like Figure 7As shown, the air duct structure 3 includes a common air cavity that is directly connected to the air intake area 4. This common air cavity serves as a centralized airflow gathering area, responsible for receiving air entering from the first air intake 41 and the second air intake 42. More specifically, starting from the common air cavity, the air duct structure 3 further divides into multiple independent air supply channels. These channels extend and connect to each air outlet unit 2, such as the first air outlet unit 21, the second air outlet unit 22, and the third air outlet unit 23, to ensure that the airflow can be directionally delivered to a specific air outlet 24. This layout significantly improves the flexibility and overall efficiency of airflow distribution in the air conditioner. The common air cavity can efficiently integrate airflow from different air sources, avoiding local congestion. Then, the airflow is precisely guided to the target air outlet unit 2 through independent air supply channels, thereby achieving rapid switching and independent control of multi-directional air outlet modes. Furthermore, this structure allows the air conditioner to flexibly select top, bottom, or front air supply according to user needs during operation without causing mutual airflow interference. This not only expands the air supply coverage but also improves the response speed and uniformity of room temperature regulation, ultimately enhancing user comfort and energy efficiency.

[0049] In a specific embodiment, each of the independent air supply channels is separated by a grille 31.

[0050] Each independent air supply duct is physically separated by a grille 31. This means that the grille 31, as an internal structural element, is installed in adjacent areas of different independent air supply ducts, thus forming clear boundaries between them. More specifically, the intervention of the grille 31 ensures that the airflow diverted from the common air cavity can be clearly guided to its corresponding air outlet unit 2, such as the first air outlet unit 21, the second air outlet unit 22, or the third air outlet unit 23, without unnecessary mixing or interference during transmission. This design enhances the accuracy and operational reliability of the airflow management of the air conditioner because the separation effect of the grille 31 effectively prevents airflow crosstalk between different air outlet paths, allowing each air outlet unit 2 to independently and stably receive and deliver airflow, thereby supporting rapid switching and precise control of the air outlet mode. Furthermore, this structure reduces turbulence and pressure loss of airflow within the duct, helping to maintain high air supply efficiency and energy utilization. At the same time, by maintaining the independence of the airflow path, it ensures the uniformity and consistency of multi-directional airflow, ultimately improving the overall performance of the air conditioner and user comfort.

[0051] The operation of the air outlet assembly provided in Embodiment 1 begins with air entering from the air inlet area 4, specifically through a first air inlet 41 formed on one side of the housing 1 and a second air inlet 42 formed on the other side. The airflow immediately passes through a first heat exchanger and a second heat exchanger located at these air inlets, undergoing preliminary temperature regulation to quickly lower or raise the overall air temperature. More specifically, the air after heat exchange is then collected in the common air cavity of the duct structure 3. This common air cavity serves as a centralized airflow distribution center, directly connected to the air inlet area 4 to ensure a smooth airflow transition. The air is then diverted into individual air delivery channels branched off from the common air cavity, which extend to the first air outlet unit 2. 1. The second air outlet unit 22 and the third air outlet unit 23 are physically separated by a grille 31 to prevent airflow from different paths from interfering with each other and to ensure accurate distribution. When the airflow reaches the target air outlet unit, the corresponding fan is activated according to the air outlet mode selected by the user. For example, the first air outlet unit 21 and the second air outlet unit 22 are equipped with unidirectional air outlet fans 212 to generate a strong directional airflow, while the third air outlet unit 23 uses a cross-flow fan 231 to form a wide and uniform air curtain. At the same time, the air guide plate module 211 of each air outlet unit will open or close as needed and guide the final direction of the airflow, such as sending cold air down from the upper air outlet or sending hot air up from the lower air outlet. Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, when the air conditioner is discharging air from the front, the upper and lower air guides are closed, the front air guide is open, and the cross-flow fan starts, driving the cross-flow fan blades to rotate. Indoor air is drawn into the air intake panel from the upper, lower, left, and right air inlets of the air conditioner, passes through the evaporator components for temperature regulation, enters the air duct, and is finally discharged from the front air outlet of the air conditioner. Figure 8 As shown, when the air conditioner is discharging air from the top, the upper air guide plate opens, the lower air guide plate closes, and the upper motor starts rotating forward, driving the fan blades to rotate. At this time, indoor air is drawn into the air intake panel from the left and right air inlets and the lower air inlet, respectively. After being conditioned by the evaporator components, the air enters the air duct and is finally discharged from the top air outlet. Figure 9 As shown, when the air conditioner blows air downwards, the lower air guide plate opens and the upper air guide plate closes. The lower motor reverses and starts to drive the fan blades to rotate. At this time, the indoor air is drawn into the air intake panel from the left and right air inlets and the upper air inlet of the air conditioner. After the temperature is regulated by the evaporator components, the air enters the air duct and is finally sent out from the lower air outlet of the air conditioner.

[0052] Furthermore, if the air outlet unit is equipped with additional heat exchangers, such as a third heat exchanger located at the first air outlet unit 21 and a fourth heat exchanger located at the second air outlet unit 22, the airflow can be locally and finely regulated before being delivered, ensuring the stability and comfort of the outlet air temperature. Through this collaborative mechanism, the entire working process achieves rapid airflow intake, efficient heat exchange, flexible distribution, and multi-directional precise delivery, thereby significantly improving the air conditioner's response speed, air delivery range, and overall energy efficiency.

[0053] The air outlet assembly provided in this embodiment simplifies the overall structure, reduces the number of parts and development costs by eliminating the traditional top cover and chassis structure. It also makes the top and bottom of the air conditioner cleaner and easier for users to wipe and clean. Combined with the sealing function of the air guide plate module 211, it achieves both structural simplification and improved user experience while ensuring the overall aesthetics and protection of the unit.

[0054] Example 2 This embodiment provides an air conditioner, which includes the air outlet assembly as described in Embodiment 1.

[0055] The air conditioner provided in this embodiment includes the air outlet assembly as described in Embodiment 1. This means that the air conditioner directly adopts the core technical solution consisting of a housing 1, multiple air outlet units 2, and an air duct structure 3. More specifically, this entire air outlet assembly is applied as a complete functional module in the air conditioner product, enabling the air conditioner to have multi-directional and multi-mode air supply capabilities. This integrated approach gives the final air conditioner product excellent air supply flexibility and powerful environmental regulation performance. Due to the use of the air outlet assembly of Embodiment 1, the air conditioner can flexibly select different air outlet directions for air supply according to actual needs, completely overcoming the inherent shortcomings of traditional air conditioners with single air outlet modes and limited air supply angles. Furthermore, this integrated design ensures that the airflow distribution inside the air conditioner is more reasonable and the air supply response is faster during operation, thereby significantly improving the uniformity and efficiency of room temperature regulation, ultimately bringing users a more comfortable and intelligent air conditioning experience.

[0056] In a specific embodiment, such as Figure 10 and Figure 11 As shown, the air conditioner also includes a mounting structure 6, which includes a mounting bracket 61 and a connecting part 62 disposed on the back of the housing 1. The mounting bracket 61 is used to fix to a vertical wall, and the connecting part 62 is used to cooperate with the mounting bracket 61 to suspend the air conditioner on the vertical wall.

[0057] This embodiment provides key limitations on the installation method of the air conditioner by adding a dedicated installation structure 6. This structure mainly consists of two parts: first, a mounting bracket 61, designed to be firmly fixed to a vertical wall, such as the wall of a room; second, a connecting part 62 located on the back of the casing 1, which cooperates with the fixed mounting bracket 61. More specifically, this cooperation allows the entire air conditioner to be reliably suspended from the ground and attached to the wall via the connecting part 62, thus achieving the installation effect of being detached from the ground and attached to the wall. The technical effects of this design are multifaceted and significant. First, it completely changes the traditional situation where cabinet air conditioners must stand upright on the ground, occupying valuable indoor space, allowing the air conditioner to be suspended on the wall, saving floor space for users and facilitating cleaning. Combined with the elimination of the traditional chassis design, the bottom of the air conditioner is either seamless with the ground or has ample space, making cleaning more convenient and thorough. Meanwhile, this suspended installation process is generally quite simple. First, the mounting bracket 61 is fixed to the wall, and then the air conditioner is hung on it via the connecting part 62, simplifying the after-sales installation process. Furthermore, this installation method, through the tight fit between the mounting bracket 61 and the connecting part 62, provides stable support for the air conditioner suspended in the air, effectively preventing the risk of the unit shaking or loosening, and ensuring the safety of the product for long-term use.

[0058] In a specific embodiment, the back of the housing 1 is a flat surface, which is used to fit against the vertical wall surface.

[0059] This embodiment specifically defines the shape of the back of the housing 1, specifying that it is constructed as a flat surface. This design allows it to form a large-area close fit with a similarly flat vertical wall surface, such as an interior wall. This planar fit ensures that when the air conditioner is suspended by the mounting structure 6, the back of the housing 1 can be firmly attached to the wall, greatly increasing the contact area between the two. This close fit significantly improves the overall stability and space utilization after installation. Since there is no large gap between the back and the wall, it effectively prevents the air conditioner from swaying or tilting due to center of gravity issues, enhancing safety during use. Simultaneously, this flat back design allows the air conditioner to be installed closer to the wall, further reducing the protrusion of the unit in the indoor space, saving space and making the room layout neater. Furthermore, this close fit also helps reduce the transmission of vibrations that may occur during operation, thereby reducing noise to some extent and improving user comfort.

[0060] In a specific embodiment, the mounting bracket 61 is provided with a plurality of upwardly protruding support flanges 611, and the connecting part 62 includes a plurality of support holes provided on the back of the housing 1. The support flanges 611 cooperate with the support holes to suspend and support the air conditioner.

[0061] The mounting bracket 61 has multiple upward-protruding support flanges 611, while the connecting part 62 on the back of the housing 1 has corresponding support holes. More specifically, during installation, by aligning the support holes on the back of the housing 1 with the support flanges 611 of the mounting bracket 61, the support flanges 611 can support most of the weight of the housing 1, thus achieving preliminary and reliable suspension support. This design simplifies the installation process and ensures high reliability. It provides an intuitive and labor-saving mounting procedure, allowing installers to initially position and support the air conditioner on the support flanges 611 without constantly straining to lift the entire unit during position adjustments. Furthermore, this multi-point suspension method evenly distributes the weight of the air conditioner across multiple support flanges 611, forming a stable mechanical support structure that greatly enhances suspension stability and effectively prevents the air conditioner from loosening, slipping, or even falling during use.

[0062] In a specific embodiment, the lower end of the mounting bracket 61 is provided with a support portion 612 for supporting the housing 1.

[0063] This embodiment further optimizes the structure of the mounting bracket 61 by providing a dedicated support portion 612 at its lower end. The function of the support portion 612 is clearly defined: after the air conditioner is suspended from the mounting bracket 61 via the support flange 611, it supports the lower edge or bottom structure of the housing 1 from the bottom upwards. More specifically, when the air conditioner is suspended in place, the weight of its housing 1 is not only borne by the upper support flange 611 but also rests on the lower support portion 612, thus forming an additional, crucial support point. This design greatly enhances the stability and safety redundancy of the entire suspension system. The support portion 612 effectively prevents downward displacement or slight swaying of the air conditioner during long-term use or due to external vibrations, eliminating the risk of loosening. Furthermore, it, together with the upper suspension point, forms a more stable support system, distributing the weight of the unit to more stress points, significantly improving installation reliability, giving users greater confidence in the safety of the suspension installation, and extending the service life of the installation structure.

[0064] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any person skilled in the art can easily conceive of various equivalent modifications or substitutions within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model, and these modifications or substitutions should all be covered within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. An air outlet assembly, characterized in that, The air outlet assembly includes a housing, multiple air outlet units, and an air duct structure. The multiple air outlet units are disposed on different surfaces of the housing, and the air duct structure is formed inside the housing and defines at least one air inlet area. Each air outlet unit includes an air outlet and a fan that drives the airflow at the air outlet. The air duct structure is configured to distribute the airflow from the air inlet area to any of the air outlet units.

2. The air outlet assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The plurality of air outlet units include three units: a first air outlet unit disposed on the top of the housing, a second air outlet unit disposed on the bottom of the housing, and a third air outlet unit disposed on the front of the housing.

3. The air outlet assembly according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first air outlet unit, the second air outlet unit, and the third air outlet unit each include an air guide plate module, which is configured to open, close, and guide the airflow of the corresponding air outlet unit.

4. The air outlet assembly according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first air outlet unit and the second air outlet unit each include a unidirectional air outlet fan, and the third air outlet unit includes a cross-flow fan.

5. The air outlet assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air intake area includes a first air intake formed on one side of the housing and a second air intake formed on the other side of the housing.

6. The air outlet assembly according to claim 5, characterized in that, The air outlet assembly further includes a heat exchanger assembly, which includes a first heat exchanger disposed at the first air inlet and a second heat exchanger disposed at the second air inlet.

7. The air outlet assembly according to any one of claims 2-4, characterized in that, The air outlet assembly further includes a heat exchanger assembly, which includes a third heat exchanger disposed at the first air outlet unit and a fourth heat exchanger disposed at the second air outlet unit.

8. The air outlet assembly according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air duct structure includes a common air cavity connected to the air inlet area, and independent air supply channels branching off from the common air cavity and extending to each of the air outlet units.

9. The air outlet assembly according to claim 8, characterized in that, Each of the independent air supply channels is separated by a grille.

10. An air conditioner, characterized in that, The air conditioner includes an air outlet assembly as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

11. The air conditioner according to claim 10, characterized in that, The air conditioner also includes a mounting structure, which includes a mounting bracket and a connecting portion disposed on the back of the housing. The mounting bracket is used to fix the air conditioner to a vertical wall, and the connecting portion is used to cooperate with the mounting bracket to suspend the air conditioner on the vertical wall.

12. The air conditioner according to claim 11, characterized in that, The back of the housing is flat and is designed to fit against the vertical wall.

13. The air conditioner according to claim 11, characterized in that, The mounting bracket is provided with multiple upwardly protruding support flanges, and the connecting part includes multiple support holes provided on the back of the housing. The support flanges cooperate with the support holes to suspend and support the air conditioner.

14. The air conditioner according to claim 13, characterized in that, The lower end of the mounting bracket is provided with a support portion for supporting the housing.

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