Air distribution module, air distributor and ventilation unit

The air distribution module with adjustable throttles and mixing cylinders addresses inefficiencies in existing ventilation systems by enabling tailored air distribution, enhancing comfort and energy efficiency.

DE102024137345A1Pending Publication Date: 2026-06-18STIEBEL ELTRON GMBH & CO KG
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Authority / Receiving Office
DE · DE
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
STIEBEL ELTRON GMBH & CO KG
Filing Date
2024-12-12
Publication Date
2026-06-18

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Technical Problem

Existing ventilation systems struggle to adapt to varying conditions in ventilated rooms, leading to inefficient air distribution.

Method used

An air distribution module with adjustable throttles and mixing cylinders, allowing for controlled airflow through multiple channels, and a ventilation unit comprising multiple such modules, enabling tailored air distribution based on room conditions.

Benefits of technology

Enhances air distribution efficiency by allowing for customized airflow control, improving comfort and energy efficiency in buildings.

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Abstract

An air distribution module (200) is provided with a first and second end face (201, 202), a first duct section (210) between the first and second end faces (201, 202) and with a first output connection (211), a second duct section (220) between the first and second end faces (201, 202) separate from the first duct section (201) and with a second output connection (212) and with an output (230) which is coupled to the first and / or second output connection (212, 222).
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Description

[0001] The present invention relates to an air distribution module, an air distributor and a ventilation device.

[0002] A ventilation unit is used to supply fresh air, for example in a house. Such a ventilation unit has a heat exchanger to transfer heat from the exhaust air to the fresh air. The fresh air, or warm air, is supplied to rooms in a building via ventilation ducts.

[0003] It is an object of the present invention to provide an air distribution module, an air distributor and a ventilation device which can be better adapted to the conditions in the rooms to be ventilated.

[0004] This problem is solved by an air distribution module according to claim 1, an air distributor according to claim 4 and by a ventilation device according to claim 5.

[0005] Thus, an air distribution module is provided with a first and second end face, a first channel section between the first and second end faces and with a first output connection, a second channel section between the first and second end faces separated from the first channel section and with a second output connection, and with an output which is coupled to the first and / or second output connection.

[0006] The module may have a throttle at the output for opening or closing the output. Furthermore, a first mixing cylinder may be provided in the area of ​​the first output port and / or a second mixing cylinder may be provided in the area of ​​the second output port. The first and second mixing cylinders can be used to control the airflow from the first or second duct section, respectively.

[0007] According to one aspect, the air from the first and second outlet ports can flow beyond the outlet.

[0008] The module can be designed as a foamed module.

[0009] According to one aspect, the cross-section of the first channel section is larger than the cross-section of the second channel section.

[0010] The invention also relates to an air distributor which is formed from a plurality of air distribution modules which are assembled together.

[0011] According to one aspect of the present invention, the outlet can be at least partially opened or at least partially closed by means of a throttle and in particular a throttle plug or by means of a throttle valve.

[0012] Furthermore, a ventilation unit is provided which has a plurality of air distribution modules.

[0013] Further embodiments of the invention are the subject of the dependent claims.

[0014] The advantages and embodiments of the invention are explained in more detail below with reference to the drawing. Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of a central ventilation unit according to one aspect of the present invention, Fig. Figures 2A and 2F show different views of an air distribution module according to the first example, and Fig. Figures 3A show different views of an air distribution module, while figures 3E show a second example.

[0015] Fig. Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of a central ventilation unit according to one aspect of the present invention. The central ventilation unit 100 has a housing 101 with a fresh air inlet 102, an exhaust air inlet 103, an exhaust air inlet 104, and two supply air inlets 105, 106. Furthermore, a heat exchanger 110 is provided in the housing 101, in which the fresh air, the supply air, the exhaust air, and the exhaust air meet so that the heat present in the exhaust air can be transferred to the fresh air before it can flow into the building as supply air.

[0016] The unit 100 further comprises a heat pump with an evaporator 120, a condenser 130, and a compressor 190. The heat generated by the heat pump can be transferred to the fresh air by means of a preheater 140. A fan 150 may be provided in a fresh air duct 220. Another fan 160 may be provided in the exhaust air duct. A filter 171 may be provided on the fresh air duct 220. A second filter 172 may be provided on the exhaust air duct 104. Furthermore, the unit 100 may have a cold air connection 181. A further cold air connection 182 may also be provided.

[0017] An air distributor 20 with a plurality of air distribution modules 200 can, for example, be coupled to one of the supply air connections 105, 106. Air can be distributed to different rooms in a building via the air distributor. The air distributor 200 has a first and second air duct 21, 22, which are formed by the air distribution modules 200.

[0018] Fig. Figures 2A to 2F show different views of an air distribution module according to a first example. Fig. Figure 2A shows a perspective view of the air distribution module. Fig. Figure 2B shows a partial sectional view of the air distribution module. Fig. Figure 2C shows a top view of the air distribution module. Fig. 2D and Fig. Figures 2E each show a schematic sectional view of the air distribution module. Fig. Figure 2F shows another schematic sectional view of the air distribution module.

[0019] The air distribution module 200 has a first and second end face 201, 202 and a housing 203. The air distribution module 200 also has a first channel section 210 and a second channel section 220. Furthermore, the air distribution module 200 has an output 230. A throttle (not shown) can be controlled by an actuator 242 to at least partially close or open the output 230.

[0020] The first duct section 210 has a first outlet port 211 and a first mixing cylinder 212 at the outlet port. The second duct section 220 has a second outlet port 221 and a second mixing cylinder 222 at the outlet port 221. The first and second mixing cylinders 112 and 122 serve to control the air supply through the first and second outlet ports 111 and 121.

[0021] The air flowing through the first and second mixing cylinders 112, 122 can escape to the outside via the throttle 240, for example in the form of a throttle plug 241, through the outlet 230.

[0022] The first and second mixing cylinders 112, 122 can, for example, be controlled via a drive 242. In addition, the throttle 240 can be controlled by the actuator 242.

[0023] Fig. Figures 3A to 3E each show different views of an air distribution module according to a second example. Fig. Figure 3A shows a perspective view of a distribution module according to a second example. Fig. Figure 3B shows a cross-sectional view of the distribution module and Fig. Figure 3C shows a partial section view of the distribution module. Fig. 3D and Fig. Figures 3E each show a sectional view of module 200.

[0024] The air distribution module 200 has a first and second end face 201, 202 and a housing 203. The air distribution module 200 also has a first channel section 210 and a second channel section 220. Furthermore, the air distribution module 200 has an output 230. A throttle (not shown) can be controlled by an actuator 242 to at least partially close or open the output 230.

[0025] The first duct section 210 has a first outlet port 211 and a first mixing cylinder 212 at the outlet port. The second duct section 220 has a second outlet port 221 and a second mixing cylinder 222 at the outlet port 221. The first and second mixing cylinders 112 and 122 serve to control the air supply through the first and second outlet ports 111 and 121.

[0026] The air flowing through the first and second mixing cylinders 112, 122 can escape to the outside via the throttle 240, for example in the form of a throttle plug 241, through the outlet 230.

[0027] The construction of the distribution module according to the second embodiment is essentially the same as that of the distribution module according to the first embodiment. However, a throttle valve 243 is provided instead of a throttle plug. Reference symbol list 20 air distributors 21 first air duct 22 second air duct 100 ventilation central unit 101 cases 102 Fresh air connection 103 Exhaust air connection 104 Exhaust air connection 105 Air supply connection 106 Air supply connection 110 heat exchangers 120 evaporators 130 condensers 140 Preheating 150 fan 160 fan 171 filters 172 filters 181 Cold air connection 182 Cold air connection 190 compressors 195 energy regulators 200 air distribution module 201 first front 202 second front 203 cases 210 first canal section 211 first output port 212 first mixing cylinder 220 second canal section 221 second output port 222 second mixing cylinder 240 throttle 241 Thrush chicks 242 Throttle actuator 243 Throttle valve

Claims

Air distribution module (200), with a first and second end face (201, 202), a first channel section (210) between the first and second end face (201, 202) and with a first output connection (211), a second channel section (220) between the first and second end face (201, 202) separated from the first channel section (210) and with a second output connection (221), and an output (230) which is coupled to the first and / or second output connection (211, 221). Air distribution module (200) according to claim 1, further comprising a first and / or second mixing cylinder (212, 222) at the first and second outlet port (211, 221). Air distribution module (200) according to claim 2, further comprising a throttle (241, 243) for at least partially opening and closing the outlet (230). Air distributor (20), comprising a plurality of air distribution modules (200) according to any one of claims 1 to 3 . ventilation unit (100), comprising a housing (101) which has a fresh air connection (102), an exhaust air connection 103, an exhaust air connection (104), a supply air connection (105, 106), a heat pump with an evaporator (120), a compressor (190) and a condenser (130), a heat exchanger (110), and a plurality of air distribution modules according to one of claims 1 to 3.