Mounting device and air conditioning apparatus including same

Abstract

This air conditioning apparatus may comprise an air conditioner and a mounting device provided to attach the air conditioner to a window frame. The mounting device comprises: a fixed frame provided to hold the air conditioner; a movable frame which is movable relative to the fixed frame in the vertical direction; an opening which is surrounded by the fixed frame and the movable frame and is provided to be in communication with indoor and outdoor spaces; a screen provided to correspond to the opening and comprising a cover panel which opens or covers at least part of the opening; and a motor driving the cover panel.

Description

Mounting device and air conditioning device including same

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a mounting device having an improved structure and an air conditioning device including the same.

[0002] An air conditioner is a device that performs functions such as air purification, ventilation, humidity control, cooling or heating in an air-conditioned space, and means a device equipped with at least one of these functions.

[0003] An air conditioner can perform cooling or heating using a refrigeration cycle. An air conditioner may include a compressor, a condenser, an expansion device, an evaporator, and piping. A refrigerant may circulate through the piping between the compressor, condenser, expansion device, and evaporator.

[0004] Air conditioners can be categorized into separate air conditioners and integrated air conditioners. Separate air conditioners may include an indoor unit located indoors and an outdoor unit located outdoors. Integrated air conditioners may include both indoor and outdoor units within a single housing.

[0005] For example, a mounting device may be required to mount an air conditioner to a structure. The mounting device may be mounted to the structure, and the air conditioner may be mounted to the mounting device.

[0006] One aspect of the present disclosure provides a mounting device with improved ease of use and an air conditioning device including the same.

[0007] One aspect of the present disclosure provides a mounting device that enables indoor ventilation and an air conditioning device including the same.

[0008] One aspect of the present disclosure provides a mounting device that operates using information received from an air conditioner and an air conditioner including the same.

[0009] The technical problems to be achieved in this document are not limited to the technical problems mentioned above, and other technical problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the technical field to which the present invention belongs from the description below.

[0010] An air conditioning device according to the invention may include an air conditioner; and a mounting device configured to mount the air conditioner on a window frame. The mounting device may include a fixed frame configured to hold the air conditioner; a movable frame movable in a vertical direction with respect to the fixed frame; an opening formed by being surrounded by the fixed frame and the movable frame and configured to communicate with the interior and the exterior; a screen configured to correspond to the opening, the screen including a cover panel configured to open or cover at least a portion of the opening; and a motor configured to drive the cover panel.

[0011] A mounting device for mounting an air conditioner according to the invention on a window frame may include: a fixed frame for mounting the air conditioner and fixable to a lower portion of the window frame; a movable frame capable of moving relative to the fixed frame and fixable to an upper portion of the window frame; a screen for covering an opening surrounded by the fixed frame and the movable frame and fixable to the movable frame; and a motor for providing driving force to the screen. The screen may include a first cover panel movable to open at least a portion of the opening by the motor, and a second cover panel for interlocking with the first cover panel.

[0012] FIG. 1 illustrates an air conditioning apparatus according to one embodiment.

[0013] Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view of an air conditioner according to one embodiment.

[0014] Figure 3 is a perspective view of a mounting device according to one embodiment.

[0015] Figure 4 is a perspective view of the mounting device illustrated in Figure 3 from another direction.

[0016] Figure 5 is a perspective view showing the mounting device illustrated in Figure 3 from the rear.

[0017] Figure 6 is a perspective view of a fixed frame according to one embodiment.

[0018] Figure 7 is a perspective view of a moving frame according to one embodiment.

[0019] Figure 8 is a perspective view of a screen according to one embodiment.

[0020] FIG. 9 illustrates a state in which a screen is separated from a mounting device according to one embodiment.

[0021] FIG. 10 illustrates a state in which a portion of a screen is disassembled according to one embodiment.

[0022] Fig. 11 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0023] FIG. 12 illustrates an example of a cover panel and a configuration for driving the cover panel according to one embodiment.

[0024] Fig. 13 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0025] FIG. 14 illustrates an example of a cover panel and configurations for driving the cover panel according to one embodiment.

[0026] Fig. 15 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0027] FIG. 16 illustrates an example of a cover panel and configurations for driving the cover panel according to one embodiment.

[0028] Fig. 17 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0029] Fig. 18 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0030] Fig. 19 illustrates the configuration of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0031] Fig. 20 illustrates the configuration of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0032] Figure 21 is a conceptual diagram of an air conditioning device and an external device according to one embodiment.

[0033] Fig. 22 is a flowchart showing a control method of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0034] Fig. 23 is a flowchart showing a control method of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0035] Fig. 24 is a flowchart showing a control method of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0036] It should be understood that the various embodiments and terms used in this document are not intended to limit the technical features described in this document to specific embodiments, but rather to include various modifications, equivalents, or substitutes of the embodiments.

[0037] In connection with the description of the drawings, similar reference numerals may be used for similar or related components.

[0038] The singular form of a noun corresponding to an item may include one or more of said items, unless the relevant context clearly indicates otherwise.

[0039] In this document, each of the phrases "A or B", "at least one of A and B", "at least one of A or B", "A, B, or C", "at least one of A, B, and C", and "at least one of A, B, or C" may include any one of the items listed together in that phrase, or all possible combinations thereof.

[0040] The term "and / or" includes any combination of a plurality of related described elements or any one of a plurality of related described elements.

[0041] The terms "part," "module," and "member" may be implemented in hardware or software. Depending on the embodiments, multiple "parts," "modules," or "members" may be implemented as a single component, or a single "part," "module," or "member" may include multiple components.

[0042] Terms such as "first," "second," or "first" or "second" may be used simply to distinguish one component from another and do not qualify the components in any other respect (e.g., importance or order).

[0043] When a component (e.g., a first component) is referred to as being "coupled" or "connected" to another component (e.g., a second component), with or without the terms "functionally" or "communicatively," it means that the component can be connected to the other component directly (e.g., wired), wirelessly, or through a third component.

[0044] The terms "include" or "have" are intended to specify the presence of a feature, number, step, operation, component, part or combination thereof described in this document, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts or combinations thereof.

[0045] When a component is said to be “connected,” “coupled,” “supported,” or “in contact with” another component, this includes not only cases where the components are directly connected, coupled, supported, or in contact, but also cases where the components are indirectly connected, coupled, supported, or in contact through a third component.

[0046] When we say that a component is "on" another component, this includes not only cases where the component is in contact with the other component, but also cases where there is another component between the two components.

[0047] An air conditioner according to various embodiments is a device that performs functions such as air purification, ventilation, humidity control, cooling or heating in an air-conditioned space (hereinafter referred to as “indoor”), and means a device equipped with at least one of these functions.

[0048] In one embodiment, an air conditioner may include a heat pump device to perform a cooling function or a heating function. The heat pump device may include a refrigeration cycle in which a refrigerant circulates along a compressor, a first heat exchanger, an expansion device, and a second heat exchanger. All components of the heat pump device may be housed in a single housing forming the exterior of the air conditioner, such as a window air conditioner or a portable air conditioner. On the other hand, some components of the heat pump device may be housed separately in multiple housings forming a single air conditioner, such as a wall-mounted air conditioner, a stand-alone air conditioner, and a system air conditioner.

[0049] An air conditioner including a plurality of housings may include at least one outdoor unit installed outdoors and at least one indoor unit installed indoors. For example, the air conditioner may be configured such that one outdoor unit and one indoor unit are connected via a refrigerant pipe. For example, the air conditioner may be configured such that one outdoor unit is connected to two or more indoor units via refrigerant pipes. For example, the air conditioner may be configured such that two or more outdoor units and two or more indoor units are connected via a plurality of refrigerant pipes.

[0050] The outdoor unit can be electrically connected to the indoor unit. For example, information (or commands) for controlling the air conditioner can be input through an input interface provided on the outdoor or indoor unit, and the outdoor and indoor units can operate simultaneously or sequentially in response to user input.

[0051] The air conditioner may include an outdoor heat exchanger provided in the outdoor unit, an indoor heat exchanger provided in the indoor unit, and a refrigerant pipe connecting the outdoor heat exchanger and the indoor heat exchanger.

[0052] An outdoor heat exchanger can utilize a phase change (e.g., evaporation or condensation) of the refrigerant to exchange heat between the refrigerant and the outdoor air. For example, while the refrigerant condenses in the outdoor heat exchanger, it releases heat to the outdoor air, and while the refrigerant flowing in the outdoor heat exchanger evaporates, it absorbs heat from the outdoor air.

[0053] Indoor units are installed indoors. For example, indoor units can be categorized into ceiling-mounted, stand-alone, and wall-mounted types depending on their placement. For example, ceiling-mounted indoor units can be categorized into four-way, one-way, and duct-type indoor units depending on how air is discharged.

[0054] Similarly, an indoor heat exchanger can utilize the phase change of the refrigerant (e.g., evaporation or condensation) to exchange heat between the refrigerant and indoor air. For example, while the refrigerant evaporates in the indoor unit, the refrigerant can absorb heat from the indoor air. The cooled indoor air can then be blown through the cooled indoor heat exchanger, thereby cooling the room. Furthermore, while the refrigerant condenses in the indoor heat exchanger, the refrigerant can release heat to the indoor air. By blowing the heated indoor air through the high-temperature indoor heat exchanger, the room can be heated.

[0055] That is, the air conditioner performs a cooling or heating function through a phase change process of the refrigerant circulating between the outdoor heat exchanger and the indoor heat exchanger. To circulate the refrigerant, the air conditioner may include a compressor that compresses the refrigerant. The compressor can suck in refrigerant gas through the suction port and compress the refrigerant gas. The compressor can discharge the high-temperature and high-pressure refrigerant gas through the discharge port. The compressor may be placed inside the outdoor unit.

[0056] The refrigerant may circulate through the refrigerant pipe in the order of a compressor, an outdoor heat exchanger, an expansion device, and an indoor heat exchanger, or in the order of a compressor, an indoor heat exchanger, an expansion device, and an outdoor heat exchanger.

[0057] For example, if an air conditioner has one outdoor unit and one indoor unit directly connected through a refrigerant pipe, the refrigerant may be arranged to circulate between one outdoor unit and one indoor unit through the refrigerant pipe.

[0058] For example, in an air conditioner, if one outdoor unit is connected to two or more indoor units via refrigerant pipes, the refrigerant can flow to multiple indoor units via refrigerant pipes branching from the outdoor unit. The refrigerant discharged from the multiple indoor units can be combined and circulated to the outdoor unit. For example, multiple indoor units can be directly connected in parallel to a single outdoor unit via separate refrigerant pipes.

[0059] Multiple indoor units can operate independently, each according to a user-defined operating mode. That is, some indoor units can operate in cooling mode, while others operate in heating mode. In this case, the refrigerant can be selectively introduced into each indoor unit at either high or low pressure along a designated circulation path via a flow-through valve, described later, and then discharged to the outdoor unit for circulation.

[0060] For example, when an air conditioner has two or more outdoor units and two or more indoor units connected through multiple refrigerant pipes, the refrigerant discharged from the multiple outdoor units may join and flow through a single refrigerant pipe, then branch off again at some point and flow into multiple indoor units.

[0061] Multiple outdoor units may all be operated, or at least some may not be operated, depending on the operating load of the multiple indoor units. In this case, the refrigerant may be introduced into the outdoor unit, which is selectively operated, through a flow switching valve and circulated there. The air conditioner may include an expansion device to reduce the pressure of the refrigerant flowing into the heat exchanger. For example, the expansion device may be located within the indoor unit, the outdoor unit, or both.

[0062] An expansion device can, for example, utilize a throttling effect to lower the temperature and pressure of the refrigerant. The expansion device may include an orifice capable of reducing the cross-sectional area of ​​the flow path. Refrigerant passing through the orifice may experience a decrease in temperature and pressure.

[0063] The expansion device may be implemented as, for example, an electronic expansion valve capable of controlling the opening ratio (the ratio of the cross-sectional area of ​​the valve's flow path when partially open to the cross-sectional area of ​​the valve's flow path when fully open). Depending on the opening ratio of the electronic expansion valve, the amount of refrigerant passing through the expansion device can be controlled.

[0064] The air conditioner may further include a flow diverter valve positioned on the refrigerant circulation path. The flow diverter valve may include, for example, a four-way valve. The flow diverter valve may determine the refrigerant circulation path depending on the operating mode of the indoor unit (e.g., cooling operation or heating operation). The flow diverter valve may be connected to the discharge port of the compressor.

[0065] The air conditioner may include an accumulator. The accumulator may be connected to the suction port of the compressor. The accumulator may receive low-temperature, low-pressure refrigerant vaporized in an indoor heat exchanger or an outdoor heat exchanger.

[0066] The accumulator can separate the refrigerant liquid from the refrigerant gas when a refrigerant mixture of refrigerant liquid and refrigerant gas is introduced, and provide the refrigerant gas from which the refrigerant liquid has been separated to the compressor.

[0067] An outdoor fan may be installed near the outdoor heat exchanger. The outdoor fan may blow outdoor air to the outdoor heat exchanger to promote heat exchange between the refrigerant and the outdoor air.

[0068] The outdoor unit of the air conditioner may include at least one sensor. For example, the sensor of the outdoor unit may be provided as an environmental sensor. The outdoor unit sensor may be positioned at any location inside or outside the outdoor unit. For example, the outdoor unit sensor may include a temperature sensor for detecting the air temperature around the outdoor unit, a humidity sensor for detecting the air humidity around the outdoor unit, a refrigerant temperature sensor for detecting the refrigerant temperature of a refrigerant pipe passing through the outdoor unit, or a refrigerant pressure sensor for detecting the refrigerant pressure of a refrigerant pipe passing through the outdoor unit.

[0069] An outdoor unit of an air conditioner may include an outdoor unit communication unit. The outdoor unit communication unit may be configured to receive a control signal from a control unit of an indoor unit of the air conditioner, which will be described later. The outdoor unit may control the operation of a compressor, an outdoor heat exchanger, an expansion device, a flow switching valve, an accumulator, or an outdoor fan based on the control signal received through the outdoor unit communication unit. The outdoor unit may transmit a sensing value detected by an outdoor unit sensor to the control unit of the indoor unit through the outdoor unit communication unit.

[0070] The indoor unit of the air conditioner may include a housing, a blower for circulating air into or out of the housing, and an indoor heat exchanger for exchanging heat with air flowing into the interior of the housing.

[0071] The housing may include an intake port through which indoor air may be drawn into the interior of the housing.

[0072] The indoor unit of the air conditioner may include a filter that is provided to filter foreign substances in the air that flows into the housing through the intake port.

[0073] The housing may include an exhaust port. Air flowing within the housing may be discharged to the exterior of the housing through the exhaust port.

[0074] The housing of the indoor unit may be provided with an airflow guide that guides the direction of air discharged through the exhaust port. For example, the airflow guide may include blades positioned above the exhaust port. For example, the airflow guide may include an auxiliary fan for controlling the exhaust airflow. However, the airflow guide is not limited thereto and may be omitted.

[0075] An indoor heat exchanger and a blower may be provided inside the housing of the indoor unit, which are arranged on a path connecting the intake and exhaust ports.

[0076] Blowers may include indoor fans and fan motors. For example, indoor fans may include axial fans, diffusion fans, crossflow fans, and centrifugal fans.

[0077] An indoor heat exchanger may be positioned between the blower and the exhaust, or between the intake and the blower. The indoor heat exchanger may absorb heat from air drawn in through the intake or transfer heat to the air drawn in through the intake. The indoor heat exchanger may include heat exchange tubes through which refrigerant flows, and heat exchange fins in contact with the heat exchange tubes to increase the heat transfer surface area.

[0078] The indoor unit of the air conditioner may include a drain tray positioned below the indoor heat exchanger to collect condensate generated in the indoor heat exchanger. The condensate collected in the drain tray may be drained to the outside through a drain hose. The drain tray may be provided to support the indoor heat exchanger.

[0079] The indoor unit of the air conditioner may include an input interface. The input interface may include any type of user input means, including buttons, switches, a touch screen, and / or a touch pad. The user can directly input setting data (e.g., desired indoor temperature, operating mode settings for cooling / heating / dehumidification / air purification, outlet selection settings, and / or air flow settings) through the input interface.

[0080] The input interface may also be connected to an external input device. For example, the input interface may be electrically connected to a wired remote controller. The wired remote controller may be installed at a specific location in an indoor space (e.g., a portion of a wall). A user may input configuration data regarding the operation of the air conditioner by operating the wired remote controller. Electrical signals corresponding to the configuration data obtained through the wired remote controller may be transmitted to the input interface. In addition, the input interface may include an infrared sensor. A user may remotely input configuration data regarding the operation of the air conditioner using a wireless remote controller. The configuration data input through the wireless remote controller may be transmitted to the input interface as an infrared signal.

[0081] Additionally, the input interface may include a microphone. A user's voice command may be acquired through the microphone. The microphone may convert the user's voice command into an electrical signal and transmit the converted electrical signal to an indoor unit control unit. The indoor unit control unit may control components of the air conditioner to execute a function corresponding to the user's voice command. Setting data acquired through the input interface (e.g., desired indoor temperature, operation mode settings for cooling / heating / dehumidification / air purification, outlet selection settings, and / or air volume settings) may be transmitted to the indoor unit control unit, which will be described later. In one example, the setting data acquired through the input interface may be transmitted externally, i.e., to an outdoor unit or a server, through an indoor unit communication unit, which will be described later.

[0082] The indoor unit of the air conditioner may include a power module. The power module may be connected to an external power source to supply power to the components of the indoor unit.

[0083] An indoor unit of an air conditioner may include an indoor unit sensor. The indoor unit sensor may be an environmental sensor positioned in a space inside or outside the housing. For example, the indoor unit sensor may include one or more temperature sensors and / or humidity sensors positioned in a predetermined space inside or outside the housing of the indoor unit. For example, the indoor unit sensor may include a refrigerant temperature sensor for detecting a refrigerant temperature of a refrigerant pipe passing through the indoor unit. For example, the indoor unit sensor may include respective refrigerant temperature sensors for detecting the inlet, middle, and / or outlet temperatures of the refrigerant pipe passing through the indoor heat exchanger.

[0084] For example, each environmental information detected by an indoor unit sensor can be transmitted to the indoor unit control unit described later or transmitted externally through the indoor unit communication unit described later.

[0085] The indoor unit of the air conditioner may include an indoor unit communication unit. The indoor unit communication unit may include at least one of a short-range communication module and a long-range communication module. The indoor unit communication unit may include at least one antenna for wireless communication with other devices. The outdoor unit may include an outdoor unit communication unit. The outdoor unit communication unit may also include at least one of a short-range communication module and a long-range communication module.

[0086] The short-range wireless communication module may include, but is not limited to, a Bluetooth communication module, a BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) communication module, a near field communication module, a WLAN (Wi-Fi) communication module, a Zigbee communication module, an infrared (IrDA, infrared Data Association) communication module, a WFD (Wi-Fi Direct) communication module, an UWB (ultrawideband) communication module, an Ant+ communication module, a microwave (uWave) communication module, etc.

[0087] The remote communication module may include a communication module that performs various types of remote communication and may include a mobile communication unit. The mobile communication unit transmits and receives wireless signals with at least one of a base station, an external terminal, and a server on a mobile communication network.

[0088] The indoor unit communication unit can communicate with external devices such as servers, mobile devices, and other home appliances through a nearby access point (AP). The access point (AP) can connect a local area network (LAN) to which the air conditioner or user device is connected to a wide area network (WAN) to which the server is connected. The air conditioner or user device can be connected to the server through the wide area network (WAN). The indoor unit of the air conditioner may include an indoor unit control unit that controls components of the indoor unit, including a blower, etc. The outdoor unit of the air conditioner may include an outdoor unit control unit that controls components of the outdoor unit, including a compressor, etc. The indoor unit control unit can communicate with the outdoor unit control unit through the indoor unit communication unit and the outdoor unit communication unit. The outdoor unit communication unit can transmit control signals generated by the outdoor unit control unit to the indoor unit communication unit, or transmit control signals transmitted from the indoor unit communication unit to the outdoor unit control unit. In other words, the outdoor unit and the indoor unit can communicate bidirectionally. The outdoor unit and the indoor unit can transmit and receive various signals generated during the operation of the air conditioner.

[0089] The outdoor unit control unit can be electrically connected to components of the outdoor unit and can control the operation of each component. For example, the outdoor unit control unit can adjust the frequency of the compressor and control the flow switching valve to change the circulation direction of the refrigerant. The outdoor unit control unit can adjust the rotation speed of the outdoor fan. In addition, the outdoor unit control unit can generate a control signal to adjust the opening degree of the expansion valve. Under the control of the outdoor unit control unit, the refrigerant can circulate along a refrigerant circulation circuit including the compressor, the flow switching valve, the outdoor heat exchanger, the expansion valve, and the indoor heat exchanger.

[0090] The various temperature sensors included in the outdoor and indoor units can transmit electrical signals corresponding to the detected temperatures to the outdoor unit control unit and / or the indoor unit control unit. For example, the humidity sensors included in the outdoor and indoor units can transmit electrical signals corresponding to the detected humidity to the outdoor unit control unit and / or the indoor unit control unit.

[0091] The indoor unit control unit can obtain user input from a user device, including a mobile device, via the indoor unit communication unit, and can obtain user input directly through the input interface or via a remote controller. The indoor unit control unit can control components of the indoor unit, including a blower, in response to the received user input. The indoor unit control unit can transmit information regarding the received user input to the outdoor unit control unit of the outdoor unit.

[0092] The outdoor unit control unit can control the components of the outdoor unit, including the compressor, based on information regarding user input received from the indoor unit. For example, when a control signal corresponding to a user input for selecting an operation mode, such as cooling operation, heating operation, ventilation operation, defrosting operation, or dehumidification operation, is received from the indoor unit, the outdoor unit control unit can control the components of the outdoor unit so that the air conditioner performs an operation corresponding to the selected operation mode.

[0093] The outdoor unit control unit and the indoor unit control unit may each include a processor and a memory. The indoor unit control unit may include at least one first processor and at least one first memory, and the outdoor unit control unit may include at least one second processor and at least one second memory.

[0094] The memory can store / remember various information necessary for the operation of the air conditioner. The memory can store instructions, applications, data, and / or programs necessary for the operation of the air conditioner. For example, the memory can store various programs for cooling, heating, dehumidifying, and / or defrosting operations of the air conditioner. The memory can include volatile memory, such as Static Random Access Memory (S-RAM) and Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM), for temporarily storing data. In addition, the memory can include nonvolatile memory, such as Read Only Memory (ROM), Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EPROM), and Electrically Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory (EEPROM), for storing data for a long period of time.

[0095] The processor can generate control signals for controlling the operation of the air conditioner based on instructions, applications, data, and / or programs stored in memory. The processor, as hardware, may include logic circuits and arithmetic circuits. The processor can process data according to programs and / or instructions provided from the memory and generate control signals based on the processing results. The memory and the processor may be implemented as a single control circuit or as multiple circuits.

[0096] An indoor unit of an air conditioner may include an output interface. The output interface is electrically connected to the indoor unit control unit and can output information related to the operation of the air conditioner under the control of the indoor unit control unit. For example, information such as an operating mode selected by a user input, wind direction, wind volume, and temperature may be output. Additionally, the output interface may output sensing information obtained from an indoor unit sensor or an outdoor unit sensor, as well as warning / error messages.

[0097] The output interface may include a display and a speaker. The speaker, as an audio device, can output various sounds. The display may display information input by the user or information provided to the user using various graphic elements. For example, operation information of an air conditioner may be displayed as at least an image or text. The display may also include an indicator that provides specific information. The display may include a liquid crystal display panel (LCD), a light emitting diode panel (LED), an organic light emitting diode panel (OLED), a micro LED panel, and / or a plurality of LEDs.

[0098] Hereinafter, embodiments according to the present disclosure will be described with reference to the attached drawings.

[0099] For convenience of explanation, the following description will be given as an example a window-type air conditioner (3) mounted on a window and / or window frame. However, the contents of the present disclosure may also be applied to other types of air conditioners. For example, the contents of the present disclosure may also be applied to portable air conditioners, wall-mounted air conditioners, ceiling-type air conditioners, and floor-mounted air conditioners. For example, the contents of the present disclosure may also be applied to indoor or outdoor units of a split-type air conditioning system.

[0100] For example, referring to Fig. 1, the direction in which the air conditioner (3) faces the room (I) can be defined as forward (+X direction), and the direction in which the air conditioner (3) faces the outdoors (O) can be defined as backward (-X direction). For example, the height direction of the air conditioner (3) can be defined as vertical direction (or up-down direction) (Z direction). However, this is defined based on the drawing, and the shape and position of each component are not limited by this term.

[0101] FIG. 1 illustrates an air conditioning apparatus according to one embodiment.

[0102] The air conditioning device (1) may include a mounting device (2).

[0103] The mounting device (2) may be provided to mount the air conditioner (3) to the structure (A). The mounting device (2) may be provided to hold the air conditioner (3). The mounting device (2) may enable the air conditioner (3) to be installed to the structure (A).

[0104] The mounting device (2) may be provided so as to be mountable to the structure (A). The mounting device (2) may be provided so as to be fixed to the structure (A). The mounting device (2) may be provided so as to be installable to the structure (A).

[0105] The mounting device (2) may be provided to seal between the air conditioner (3) and the structure (A). The mounting device (2) may be provided to block between the indoor (I) and the outdoor (O).

[0106] The mounting device (2) may be referred to as a mounting assembly (2), a mounting unit (2), a mounting kit (2), a mounting assembly (2), a mounting unit (2), a mounting kit (2), a mounting device (2), an installation assembly (2), an installation unit (2), an installation kit (2), an installation device (2), etc.

[0107] For example, the structure (A) may include a window frame and / or a window. However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto. The structure (A) may be provided in various ways depending on the type of the air conditioner (3). For example, the structure (A) may include at least one of a wall, a ceiling, or a floor. The drawing illustrates an example in which the structure (A) is a window frame (A). Hereinafter, for convenience of explanation, the structure (A) may also be referred to as a window frame (A). However, the present disclosure is not limited to what is shown in the drawing, and it is sufficient for the structure (A) to include a configuration in which the air conditioner (3) is mounted.

[0108] The air conditioning device (1) may include an air conditioner (3).

[0109] The air conditioner (3) may be arranged to be mounted on a mounting device (2). The air conditioner (3) may be arranged to be mounted on the mounting device (2). The air conditioner (3) may be arranged to be mounted on the structure (A) by being mounted on the mounting device (2). The air conditioner (3) may be installed on the structure (A) via the mounting device (2).

[0110] The air conditioning device (1) may include an air conditioner (3) and a mounting device (2) provided to mount the air conditioner (3) to a structure (A).

[0111] Figure 2 is a cross-sectional view of an air conditioner according to one embodiment.

[0112] The air conditioner (3) may include a housing (10). The housing (10) may be provided to form the overall appearance of the air conditioner (3). For example, the housing (10) may have a roughly box shape.

[0113] The front portion of the housing (10) may be arranged to face the interior (I, see FIG. 1). The front portion of the housing (10) may be arranged to be exposed to the interior (I).

[0114] The rear portion of the housing (10) may be arranged to face the outdoors (O, see FIG. 1). The rear portion of the housing (10) may be arranged to be exposed to the outdoors (O).

[0115] The housing (10) may include a first inlet (31) through which outdoor air is introduced. Outdoor air may be introduced into the housing (10) through the first inlet (31). The first inlet (31) may be arranged to face the outdoors (O, see FIG. 1). The first inlet (31) may be in communication with the outdoors (O).

[0116] The housing (10) may include a first outlet (32) through which outdoor air passing through the first heat exchanger (40) is discharged. Outdoor air introduced into the housing (10) through the first inlet (31) may be discharged to the outdoors (O) through the first outlet (32) after heat exchange with the first heat exchanger (40). The first outlet (32) may be arranged to face the outdoors (O, see FIG. 1). The first outlet (32) may be in communication with the outdoors (O).

[0117] The first outlet (32) can be distinguished from the first inlet (31). The first outlet (32) can be formed spaced apart from the first inlet (31).

[0118] A first flow path (F1) may be formed inside the housing (10). Outdoor air may flow in the first flow path (F1). The first flow path (F1) may be formed between a first inlet (31) and a first outlet (32). The first flow path (F1) may be provided to connect the first inlet (31) and the first outlet (32). For example, a first heat exchanger (40) may be provided in the first flow path (F1). For example, a first fan (70) may be provided in the first flow path (F1).

[0119] The housing (10) may include a second inlet (51) through which indoor air is introduced. Indoor air may be introduced into the housing (10) through the second inlet (51). The second inlet (51) may be arranged to face the indoor space (I, see FIG. 1). The second inlet (51) may be in communication with the indoor space (I).

[0120] The housing (10) may include a second outlet (52) through which indoor air passing through the second heat exchanger (60) is discharged. Indoor air introduced into the housing (10) through the second inlet (51) may be discharged to the outdoors (O) through the second outlet (52) after heat exchange with the second heat exchanger (60). The second outlet (52) may be arranged to face the indoors (I, see FIG. 1). The second outlet (52) may be in communication with the indoors (I).

[0121] The second outlet (52) can be distinguished from the second inlet (51). The second outlet (52) can be formed spaced apart from the second inlet (51).

[0122] A second flow path (F2) may be formed inside the housing (10). Indoor air may flow in the second flow path (F2). The second flow path (F2) may be formed between the second inlet (51) and the second outlet (52). The second flow path (F2) may be provided to connect the second inlet (51) and the second outlet (52). For example, a second heat exchanger (60) may be provided in the second flow path (F2). For example, a second fan (80) may be provided in the second flow path (F2).

[0123] The first flow path (F1) and the second flow path (F2) may be arranged to be separated from each other. Outdoor air flowing through the first flow path (F1) and indoor air flowing through the second flow path (F2) may not mix inside the housing (10).

[0124] The air conditioner (3) may include a blade (20). The blade (20) may be provided to guide indoor air discharged through the second outlet (52). The blade (20) may be provided to control the discharge direction of air discharged into the indoor space through the second outlet (52).

[0125] The blade (20) may be configured to open or cover the second outlet (52). The blade (20) may have a shape corresponding to the second outlet (52).

[0126] The blade (20) can be detachably coupled to the housing (10). The blade (20) can be rotatably coupled to the housing (10).

[0127] For example, the blade (20) may include a plurality of exhaust holes (21). For example, when the blade (20) covers the second outlet (52), indoor air passing through the second heat exchanger (60) may be exhausted through the plurality of exhaust holes (21).

[0128] The air conditioner (3) may include a first heat exchanger (40). The first heat exchanger (40) may be configured to exchange heat with outdoor air introduced through the first inlet (31). The first heat exchanger (40) may be disposed inside the housing (10). The first heat exchanger (40) may be disposed on the first flow path (F1). The first heat exchanger (40) may be disposed to face the first inlet (31).

[0129] The air conditioner (3) may include a second heat exchanger (60). The second heat exchanger (60) may be arranged to exchange heat with indoor air introduced through the second inlet (51). The second heat exchanger (60) may be arranged inside the housing (10). The second heat exchanger (60) may be arranged on the second flow path (F2). At least a portion of the second heat exchanger (60) may be arranged to face the second inlet (51). For example, the second heat exchanger (60) may be arranged to surround at least a portion of the second fan (80).

[0130] For example, the first heat exchanger (40) may be provided as a condenser, and the second heat exchanger (60) may be provided as an evaporator. In this case, the air conditioner (3) may be provided to cool the interior. However, the present disclosure is not limited thereto. For example, the first heat exchanger (40) may be provided as an evaporator, and the second heat exchanger (60) may be provided as a condenser. In this case, the air conditioner (3) may be provided to heat the interior.

[0131] The air conditioner (3) may include a first fan (70). The first fan (70) may generate a blowing force. The first fan (70) may be arranged to blow outdoor air. The first fan (70) may be arranged to cause outdoor air to flow within the housing (10). The first fan (70) may be arranged to cause outdoor air to flow between the first inlet (31) and the first outlet (32). The first fan (70) may be arranged on the first flow path (F1). The first fan (70) may be arranged to face at least a portion of the first heat exchanger (40).

[0132] The air conditioner (3) may include a second fan (80). The second fan (80) may generate a blowing force. The second fan (80) may be provided to blow indoor air. The second fan (80) may be provided to circulate indoor air within the housing (10). The second fan (80) may be provided to circulate indoor air between the second inlet (51) and the second outlet (52). The second fan (80) may be disposed on the second flow path (F2). The second fan (80) may be disposed to face at least a portion of the second heat exchanger (60).

[0133] FIG. 3 is a perspective view of a mounting device according to one embodiment. FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the mounting device illustrated in FIG. 3 from another direction. FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the mounting device illustrated in FIG. 3 from the rear. FIG. 6 is a perspective view of a fixed frame according to one embodiment. FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a movable frame according to one embodiment. FIG. 8 is a perspective view of a screen according to one embodiment. FIG. 9 illustrates a state in which a screen is separated from a mounting device according to one embodiment. FIG. 10 illustrates a state in which a portion of a screen is disassembled according to one embodiment.

[0134] The mounting device (2) may include at least one frame (100; 200) that can be mounted on the structure (A).

[0135] The mounting device (2) may include a fixed frame (100). The mounting device (2) may include a movable frame (200). The mounting device (2) may include the fixed frame (100) and / or the movable frame (200). Unlike shown in the drawing, the mounting device (2) may also include a single frame.

[0136] The fixed frame (100) can be mounted on the structure (A). The fixed frame (100) can be fixed to the structure (A). The fixed frame (100) can be provided so as to be fixed to the lower part (5) of the structure (A).

[0137] The fixed frame (100) may be provided to hold the air conditioner (3). The fixed frame (100) may be provided to hold the housing (10) of the air conditioner (3). For example, when the air conditioner (3) is mounted on the mounting device (2), the fixed frame (100) may be provided to surround the housing (10) of the air conditioner (3). For example, the fixed frame (100) may have a shape corresponding to the housing (10) of the air conditioner (3). For example, the fixed frame (100) may have an approximately rectangular shape.

[0138] The fixed frame (100) may include a first frame portion (110). The first frame portion (110) may be provided to support the air conditioner (3). The first frame portion (110) may support the lower surface of the air conditioner (3). The first frame portion (110) may be fixed to the lower portion (5) of the structure (A). The first frame portion (110) may be mounted to the lower portion (5) of the structure (A). The first frame portion (110) may be supported by the lower portion (5) of the structure (A). The first frame portion (110) may have a shape extending approximately along the horizontal direction (Y direction). The first frame portion (110) of the fixed frame (100) may be referred to as a lower frame portion (110) of the fixed frame (100).

[0139] The fixed frame (100) may include a second frame portion (120). The second frame portion (120) may extend upward from one side of the first frame portion (110). The second frame portion (120) may have a shape extending approximately along a vertical direction (Z direction). For example, the second frame portion (120) may be provided to be in contact with the right side of the air conditioner (3). The second frame portion (120) of the fixed frame (100) may be referred to as a first side frame portion (120) of the fixed frame (100).

[0140] The fixed frame (100) may include a third frame portion (130). The third frame portion (130) may be provided to be parallel to the second frame portion (120). The third frame portion (130) may extend upward from the other side of the first frame portion (120). The third frame portion (130) may have a shape extending approximately along a vertical direction (Z direction). For example, the third frame portion (130) may be provided to be in contact with the left side of the air conditioner (3). The third frame portion (130) of the fixed frame (100) may be referred to as a second side frame portion (130) of the fixed frame (100).

[0141] The fixed frame (100) may include a fourth frame portion (140). The fourth frame portion (140) may connect the second frame portion (120) and the third frame portion (130). The fourth frame portion (140) may connect the upper end of the second frame portion (120) and the upper end of the third frame portion (130). The fourth frame portion (140) may have a shape extending approximately along the horizontal direction (Y direction). For example, the fourth frame portion (140) may be provided to be in contact with the upper surface of the air conditioner (3). The fourth frame portion (140) of the fixed frame (100) may be referred to as an upper frame portion (140) of the fixed frame (100).

[0142] The fixed frame (100) may include a first opening (150). The air conditioner (3) may be mounted to the fixed frame (100) through the first opening (150). The housing (10) of the air conditioner (3) may be placed in the first opening (150). The first opening (150) may be formed by a first frame portion (110), a second frame portion (120), a third frame portion (130), and a fourth frame portion (140). The first opening (150) may be defined by the first frame portion (110), the second frame portion (120), the third frame portion (130), and the fourth frame portion (140). The first opening (150) can be surrounded by the first frame portion (110), the second frame portion (120), the third frame portion (130), and the fourth frame portion (140).

[0143] The fixed frame (100) may include a guide portion (160) for guiding the movement of the movable frame (200). The guide portion (160) may include a first movable rail (161) formed on a second frame portion (120). The first movable rail (161) may extend along an extension direction of the second frame portion (120). The first movable rail (161) may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction). The guide portion (160) may include a second movable rail (162) formed on a third frame portion (130). The second movable rail (162) may extend along an extension direction of the third frame portion (130). The second movable rail (162) may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction).

[0144] The moving frame (200) can be mounted on the structure (A). The moving frame (200) can be fixed to the structure (A). The moving frame (200) can be provided so as to be fixed to the upper part (4) of the structure (A).

[0145] The movable frame (200) can move relative to the fixed frame (100). The movable frame (200) can move in a substantially vertical direction (Z direction) with respect to the fixed frame (100). The movable frame (200) can be arranged to move up and down with respect to the fixed frame (100). The movable frame (200) can be arranged to move up and down with respect to the fixed frame (100). The movable frame (200) can be arranged to be withdrawable from the fixed frame (100). The movable frame (200) can be arranged to be insertable into the fixed frame (100).

[0146] The movable frame (200) may include a fifth frame portion (220). The fifth frame portion (220) may extend along the movement direction of the movable frame (200). The fifth frame portion (220) may be provided to be relatively movable with respect to the second frame portion (120) of the fixed frame (100). The fifth frame portion (220) may be provided to be able to move up and down with respect to the second frame portion (120) of the fixed frame (100). The fifth frame portion (220) may be provided to move along a first movable rail (161) formed on the second frame portion (120). The fifth frame portion (220) may be provided to slide along the first movable rail (161). The fifth frame portion (220) may be provided to be able to be withdrawn from the first movable rail (161) and introduced into the first movable rail (161). The fifth frame portion (220) of the moving frame (200) may be referred to as the first side frame portion (220) of the moving frame (200).

[0147] The movable frame (200) may include a sixth frame portion (230). The sixth frame portion (230) may extend along the movement direction of the movable frame (200). The sixth frame portion (230) may be provided to be parallel to the fifth frame portion (220). The sixth frame portion (230) may be provided to be relatively movable with respect to the third frame portion (130) of the fixed frame (100). The sixth frame portion (230) may be provided to be able to move up and down with respect to the third frame portion (130) of the fixed frame (100). The sixth frame portion (230) may be provided to move along a second movable rail (162) formed on the third frame portion (130). The sixth frame portion (230) may be provided to slide along the second movable rail (162). The sixth frame portion (230) may be provided so as to be withdrawn from the second moving rail (162) and introduced into the second moving rail (162). The sixth frame portion (230) of the moving frame (200) may be referred to as the second side frame portion (230) of the moving frame (200).

[0148] The moving frame (200) may include a seventh frame portion (240). The seventh frame portion (240) may be provided to be fixed to the upper portion (4) of the structure (A). The seventh frame portion (240) may connect the fifth frame portion (220) and the sixth frame portion (230). The seventh frame portion (240) may connect the upper end of the fifth frame portion (220) and the upper end of the sixth frame portion (230). The seventh frame portion (240) may have a shape extending approximately along the horizontal direction (Y direction). The seventh frame portion (240) of the moving frame (200) may be referred to as the upper frame portion (240) of the moving frame (200).

[0149] The moving frame (200) may include a panel rail (260) extending along the moving direction of the moving frame (200). The panel rail (260) may be provided to guide a screen (300) to be described later. The panel rail (260) may be referred to as a panel guide unit (260).

[0150] For example, the moving frame (200) may include a first panel rail (261) formed on a fifth frame portion (220). The first panel rail (261) may extend along an extension direction of the fifth frame portion (220). The first panel rail (261) may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction). The screen (300) is movable along the first panel rail (261). One side of the screen (300) is coupleable to the first panel rail (261).

[0151] For example, the moving frame (200) may include a second panel rail (262) formed on the sixth frame portion (230). The second panel rail (262) may extend along the extension direction of the sixth frame portion (230). The second panel rail (262) may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction). The screen (300) is movable along the second panel rail (262). The other side of the screen (300) is coupleable to the second panel rail (262).

[0152] The mounting device (2) may include a second opening (250). The second opening (250) may be formed by a fixed frame (100) and a movable frame (200). The second opening (250) may be surrounded by the fixed frame (100) and the movable frame (200). For example, the second opening (250) may be defined by a fourth frame portion (140), a fifth frame portion (220), a sixth frame portion (230), and a seventh frame portion (240). The second opening (250) may be provided to communicate with the interior (I) and the exterior (O). The second opening (250) may be distinct from the first opening (150). For example, the fourth frame portion (140) may partition the first opening (150) and the second opening (250).

[0153] The second opening (250) may vary depending on the structure (A). The second opening (250) may vary depending on the shape and / or size of the structure (A). For example, the size of the second opening (250) may be proportional to the distance between the upper part (4) of the structure (A) and the lower part (5) of the structure (A). For example, when the fixed frame (100) is fixed to the lower part (5) of the structure (A), the size of the second opening (250) may be determined as the movable frame (200) is moved up and down relative to the fixed frame (100) and fixed to the upper part (4) of the structure (A).

[0154] The mounting device (2) may include an indicator (400, see FIGS. 19 and 20). The indicator (400) may be provided to indicate whether the mounting device (2) is mounted on the structure (A). The indicator (400) may visually inform the user of whether the mounting device (2) is properly mounted on the structure (A). The user may visually confirm whether the mounting device (2) is properly assembled on the structure (A) through the indicator (400).

[0155] The mounting device (2) may include a screen (300). The screen (300) may be provided to correspond to the second opening (250). The screen (300) may be provided to cover the second opening (250). By covering the second opening (250), the screen (300) may prevent indoor air and outdoor air from mixing. The screen (300) may be provided to block the indoor (I) and the outdoor (O).

[0156] The screen (300) may be provided to be mountable to the movable frame (200) so as to cover the second opening (250) surrounded by the fixed frame (100) and the movable frame (200). One side of the screen (300) may be coupled to the first panel rail (261), and the other side of the screen (300) may be coupled to the second panel rail (261). For example, the screen (300) may be coupled to or detached from the movable frame (200) by moving along the panel rail (260) of the movable frame (200). For example, the screen (300) may be coupled to the movable frame (200) by moving upward along the panel rail (260). For example, the screen (300) may be detached from the movable frame (200) by moving downward along the panel rail (260).

[0157] The screen (300) may include at least one panel (310; 320; 330).

[0158] The screen (300) may include an upper panel (310). The upper panel (310) may be configured to accommodate an indicator (400). For example, the upper panel (310) may include a receiving portion (311) that is partially open to accommodate the indicator (400). While the screen (300) is mounted on the moving frame (200), the upper panel (310) may be configured to be adjacent to the seventh frame portion (240) of the moving frame (200). The upper panel (310) may form an upper exterior of the screen (300).

[0159] The screen (300) may include a lower panel (320). The lower panel (320) may be spaced downward from the upper panel (310). While the screen (300) is mounted on the movable frame (200), the lower panel (320) may be arranged to be adjacent to the fourth frame portion (140) of the fixed frame (100). The lower panel (320) may form the lower exterior of the screen (300).

[0160] The screen (300) may include a cover panel (330). The cover panel (330) may be configured to open or cover at least a portion of the second opening (250). While the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250), the indoor space (I) and the outdoor space (O) may be in communication. While the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250), indoor ventilation may occur. While the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250), indoor air and outdoor air may be mixed.

[0161] The cover panel (330) can be moved to open or cover at least a portion of the second opening (250). For example, the cover panel (330) may be configured to be rotatable or slidable. The cover panel (330) may be configured to be driven by a motor (340) to be described later. A detailed description of the operation of the cover panel (330) will be described later.

[0162] The cover panel (330) may be provided in plurality. The plurality of cover panels (330) may be provided to be arranged along the moving direction of the moving frame (200). The plurality of cover panels (330) may be provided to be arranged along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction). The plurality of cover panels (330) may be provided to be arranged along a substantially horizontal direction (Y direction). For example, the plurality of cover panels (330) may be arranged in a matrix form of M * N. In the drawing, ten cover panels (330A-330J) are illustrated as being arranged in a 5 * 2 form, but there is no limitation on the number and arrangement method of the plurality of cover panels (330). For example, the plurality of cover panels (330) may be provided in a row (see FIGS. 15 to 17). For example, the screen (300) may include one cover panel (330).

[0163] Meanwhile, although the drawing illustrates the screen (300) as including an upper panel (310), a lower panel (320), and a cover panel (330), the present disclosure is not limited thereto. For example, the screen (300) may not include the upper panel (310). For example, the lower panel (320) may be provided as a component of the cover panel (330) to open or cover the second opening (250).

[0164] Referring to FIG. 10, an example of a coupling relationship between two adjacent cover panels (330A, 330B) among a plurality of cover panels (330) can be described. The cover panel (330A) may correspond to one cover panel among the plurality of cover panels (330). The cover panel (330B) may correspond to another cover panel among the plurality of cover panels (330) and may be a cover panel adjacent to the cover panel (330B). For convenience of explanation, the cover panel (330A) may be referred to as a first cover panel (330A), and the cover panel (330B) may be referred to as a second cover panel (330B). The description of the first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) may be applied to two adjacent cover panels among the plurality of cover panels (330).

[0165] The first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) may be arranged to be adjacent to each other in the vertical direction (Z direction). The first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) may be detachably coupled. The first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) may be directly coupled or indirectly coupled through at least one configuration provided between the first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B). For example, the first cover panel (330A) may be vertically coupled to the second cover panel (330B). For example, the second cover panel (330B) may be vertically coupled to the first cover panel (330A). For example, the second cover panel (330B) may be arranged to be linked to the first cover panel (330A) while the first cover panel (330A) is coupled.

[0166] The first cover panel (330A) may include a first panel body (331). For example, the first panel body (331) may have a shape extending along the seventh frame portion (240) of the moving frame (200). For example, the first panel body (331) may have a shape extending approximately along the horizontal direction (Y direction).

[0167] The first cover panel (330A) may include an opening (332). The opening (332) may be formed by opening the lower portion of the first panel body (331).

[0168] The first cover panel (330A) may include a joining hole (333). The joining hole (333) may be formed by cutting a portion of the first cover panel (330A). For example, the joining hole (333) may be formed by penetrating a portion of the front surface of the first panel body (331). In the drawing, the joining hole (333) is depicted as having a roughly rectangular shape, but there is no limitation on the shape of the joining hole (333).

[0169] The second cover panel (330B) may include a second panel body (334). For example, the second panel body (334) may have a shape extending along the seventh frame portion (240) of the moving frame (200). For example, the second panel body (334) may have a shape extending approximately along the horizontal direction (Y direction).

[0170] The second cover panel (330B) may include an insertion portion (335). The insertion portion (335) may extend from the upper portion of the second panel body (334). The insertion portion (335) may be inserted into the first cover panel (330A). The insertion portion (335) may be configured to be inserted into the first panel body (331) through the opening portion (332).

[0171] The second cover panel (330B) may include a coupling protrusion (336). The coupling protrusion (336) may be provided to correspond to the coupling hole (333). The coupling protrusion (336) may be detachably coupled to the coupling hole (333). The coupling protrusion (336) may be formed in the insertion portion (335). As the insertion portion (335) is inserted into the first panel body (331), the coupling protrusion (336) may be coupled to the coupling hole (333).

[0172] Fig. 11 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment. Fig. 12 illustrates an example of a cover panel and a configuration for driving the cover panel according to one embodiment.

[0173] Referring to FIGS. 11 and 12, an example (300a) of a screen (300) will be described. The screen (300) may include at least one cover panel (330) rotatable to open or cover at least a portion of the second opening (250). In the drawings, the screen (300) is illustrated as including ten cover panels (330A-330J), but there is no limitation on the number of cover panels (330).

[0174] The screen (300) may include a plurality of cover panels (330).

[0175] The screen (300) may include a first cover (301) that includes some of a plurality of cover panels (330). Although the first cover (301) is illustrated in the drawing as including five cover panels (330A-330E), it is sufficient for the first cover (301) to include at least one cover panel (330). For example, the first cover (301) may include four or fewer cover panels, or six or more cover panels. For example, the first cover (301) may include one cover panel. For example, the cover panels (330A-330E) constituting the first cover (301) may be arranged to be approximately vertical (Z-direction).

[0176] The first cover (301) can be mounted on the moving frame (200). The first cover (301) can be provided so as to be coupled to the fifth frame portion (220).

[0177] The first cover (301) can be rotated to open the second opening (250). As the first cover (301) opens the second opening (250), the indoor space (I) and the outdoor space (O) can be connected. As a result, the mounting device (2) can ventilate the indoor space.

[0178] The first cover (301) may include a first side portion (3011) provided to be adjacent to a second cover (302) to be described later. The first cover (301) may include a second side portion provided on an opposite side of the first side portion (3011). For example, the first side portion (3011) and the second side portion may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction). For example, the second side portion may be coupled to a moving frame (200). For example, the second side portion may be coupled to a fifth frame portion (220). For example, the second side portion may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction).

[0179] The first side (3011) can rotate around the second side. The second side is provided to be fixed to the movable frame (200), and the first side (3011) can be provided to be pulled or pushed by the user. As a result, the first side (3011) can rotate, and the first cover (301) can open and close the second opening (250).

[0180] The screen (300) may include a second cover (302) that includes another portion of a plurality of cover panels (330). The second cover (302) may be disposed on the side of the first cover (301). The second cover (302) may be disposed parallel to the first cover (301). For example, the first cover (301) and the second cover (302) may be arranged to be approximately horizontal (Y-direction). For example, the second cover (302) may be arranged symmetrically with the first cover (301). Although the drawing illustrates the second cover (302) as including five cover panels (330F-330J), it is sufficient for the second cover (302) to include at least one cover panel (330). For example, the second cover (302) may include four or fewer cover panels, or six or more cover panels. For example, the second cover (302) may include one cover panel. For example, the cover panels (330F-330J) constituting the second cover (302) may be arranged to be approximately vertical (Z-direction).

[0181] The second cover (302) can be mounted on the moving frame (200). The second cover (302) can be provided so as to be coupled to the sixth frame portion (230).

[0182] The second cover (302) can be rotated to open the second opening (250). As the second cover (302) opens the second opening (250), the indoor space (I) and the outdoor space (O) can be connected. As a result, the mounting device (2) can ventilate the indoor space.

[0183] The second cover (302) may include a third side portion (3021) provided to be adjacent to the first cover (301). The second cover (302) may include a fourth side portion (3022) provided on an opposite side of the third side portion (3021). For example, the third side portion (3021) and the fourth side portion (3022) may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction). For example, the fourth side portion (3022) may be coupled to the moving frame (200). For example, the fourth side portion (3022) may be coupled to the sixth frame portion (230). For example, the fourth side portion (3022) may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction).

[0184] The third side (3021) may be configured to rotate around the fourth side (3022). The fourth side (3022) may be configured to be fixed to the movable frame (200), and the third side (3021) may be configured to be pulled or pushed. As a result, the third side (3021) may be rotated, and the second cover (302) may open and close the second opening (250).

[0185] Although the drawing illustrates the screen (300) as including both the first cover (301) and the second cover (302), the present disclosure is not limited thereto. The screen (300) may include the first cover (301) and / or the second cover (302). The screen (300) may include a third cover (not shown) other than the first cover (301) and the second cover (302). In addition, although the drawing illustrates that both the first cover (301) and the second cover (302) are rotatable to open the second opening (250), the present disclosure is not limited thereto. Either one of the first cover (301) and the second cover (302) may be provided to be rotatable.

[0186] The mounting device (2) may include a motor (340). The motor (340) may be provided to provide driving force to the screen (300). The motor (340) may be provided to drive at least one cover panel (330). The motor (340) may be provided to operate at least one cover panel (330) to cover or open the second opening (250). For example, the mounting device (2) may include a motor (340) connected to a first cover (301) to rotate the first cover (301), and a motor (340) connected to a second cover (302) to rotate the first cover (302).

[0187] One of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be rotated by a motor (340), and another of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be coupled to the one cover panel. One of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be rotated by the motor (340), and the remaining of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be arranged to rotate together with the one cover panel. For example, the cover panels (330B-330E) may be coupled to the cover panel (330A) and may be coupled to the cover panel (330J). For example, the cover panels (330G-330J) may be coupled to the cover panel (330F) and may be coupled to the cover panel (330F).

[0188] Next, an example in which two adjacent cover panels (330A, 300B) among a plurality of cover panels (330) operate will be described. The first cover panel (330A) may be connected to a motor (340) to rotate. For example, a motor shaft (341) of the motor (340) may extend along a substantially vertical direction (Z direction) and be coupled to the first cover panel (330A) (see FIG. 12). For example, the motor shaft (341) may be provided to form a rotational axis of the first cover panel (330A). The second cover panel (330B) may be connected to the first cover panel (330A) in a substantially vertical direction (Z direction) and may be coupled to the rotation of the first cover panel (330A). The first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) may be arranged to rotate together about a rotation axis (S1) in a substantially vertical direction (Z direction) with respect to the moving frame (200). However, unlike as shown in the drawing, the second cover panel (330B) may be arranged to rotate by being connected to a motor (340), and the first cover panel (330A) may rotate in conjunction with the second cover panel (330B). The description of the first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) described above may be applied to two adjacent cover panels (330) among a plurality of cover panels (330). For example, the cover panel (330F) may be connected to a motor (340) to rotate, and the cover panel (330G) may be connected to the cover panel (330F) in a direction approximately vertical to the cover panel (330G) to be coupled to the rotation of the cover panel (330F).

[0189] Meanwhile, while the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250), the upper panel (310) may be fixed to the movable frame (200) to accommodate the indicator (400). While the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250), the lower panel (320) may be fixed to the movable frame (200) so as not to interfere with the fourth frame (140) of the fixed frame (100). However, the present disclosure is not limited to the above. For example, the mounting device (2) may not include the indicator (400) and the upper panel (310). For example, the upper panel (310) may be arranged to rotate together with the cover panel (330) while accommodating the indicator (400). For example, the lower panel (320) may be arranged to rotate together with the cover panel (330) within a range that does not interfere with the fixed frame (100). For example, the mounting device (2) may be arranged to include only the cover panel (330).

[0190] Fig. 13 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment. Fig. 14 illustrates an example of a cover panel and components for driving the cover panel according to one embodiment.

[0191] Referring to FIGS. 13 and 14, an example (300b) of a screen (300) will be described. In describing the screen (300) illustrated in FIGS. 13 and 14, components that are substantially identical to the configuration of the screen (300) illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 12 are assigned the same reference numerals, and a detailed description thereof may be omitted.

[0192] One of the first cover (301) and the second cover (302) may be arranged to move relative to the other of the first cover (301) and the second cover (302). Either of the first cover (301) and the second cover (302) may be arranged to slide relative to the other of the first cover (301) and the second cover (302). For example, referring to FIG. 13, the first cover (301) may be arranged to slide in a substantially horizontal direction (Y direction) relative to the second cover (302) by a motor (340). At this time, the first cover (301) may be separated from the fifth frame portion (220) of the moving frame (200). For example, although not shown in the drawing, the second cover (302) may be arranged to slide in a substantially horizontal direction (Y direction) relative to the first cover (301) by a motor (340). At this time, the second cover (302) can be separated from the sixth frame part (230) of the moving frame (200).

[0193] In addition, as will be described later, the mounting device (2) may include a pinion (351) and a rack (352) for the operation of the first cover (301) and / or the second cover (302). For example, the rack (352) may be formed on the cover (301) and / or the second cover (302). For example, the rack (352) may be formed on the upper portion of the cover panel (330). For example, the pinion (351) may transmit the driving force of the motor (340) to the rack (352). A detailed description thereof will be described later.

[0194] One of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be slidable by a motor (340), and another of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be linked to the one cover panel. One of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be slidable by a motor (340), and the remaining of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be arranged to move together with the one cover panel. For example, the cover panels (330B-330E) may be linked to the cover panel (330A) and may move. For example, the cover panels (330G-330J) may be linked to the cover panel (330F) and may move.

[0195] Next, an example in which two adjacent cover panels (330A, 330B) among a plurality of cover panels (330) operate will be described. The first cover panel (330A) may be arranged to move approximately in a horizontal direction (Y direction) by a motor (340). The motor shaft (341) of the motor (340) may extend in a direction perpendicular to the moving direction of the first cover panel (330A). For example, the motor shaft (341) of the motor (340) may extend approximately in a front-back direction (X direction) (see FIG. 14). A pinion (351) may be arranged to be connected to the motor (340) and rotate. The motor shaft (341) of the motor (340) may be coupled to the pinion (351). The rack (352) may be arranged to mesh with the pinion (351). The rack (352) can receive the rotational power of the motor (340) through the pinion (351). The rack (352) can be arranged to move approximately in the horizontal direction (Y direction) as the pinion (351) rotates. For example, the pinion (351) can be arranged to rotate around a rotation axis (S2) that is approximately perpendicular to the movement direction of the rack (352). The rack (351) can be formed on the first cover panel (330A). The second cover panel (330B) can be arranged to be coupled to the first cover panel (330A) in the approximately vertical direction (Z direction) so as to be linked to the movement of the first cover panel (330A). The first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) can be arranged to move together in the horizontal direction (Y direction) with respect to the moving frame (200). However, unlike what is shown in the drawing, the second cover panel (330B) may be connected to the motor (340) to move, and the first cover panel (330A) may move in conjunction with the second cover panel (330B). The description of the first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) described above may be applied to two adjacent cover panels (330) among the plurality of cover panels (330).For example, the cover panel (330F) may be connected to the motor (340) and arranged to move in a substantially horizontal direction (Y direction), and the cover panel (330G) may be connected to the cover panel (330F) in a substantially vertical direction (Z direction) and arranged to be linked to the cover panel (330F).

[0196] Fig. 15 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment. Fig. 16 illustrates an example of a cover panel and components for driving the cover panel according to one embodiment.

[0197] Referring to FIGS. 15 and 16, an example (300c) of a screen (300) will be described. In describing the screen (300) illustrated in FIGS. 15 and 16, components that are substantially identical to the configuration of the screen (300) illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 14 are assigned the same reference numerals, and a detailed description thereof may be omitted.

[0198] The screen (300) may include at least one cover panel (330) that is rotatable to open or cover the second opening (250). Although the drawing illustrates the screen (300) as including five cover panels (330K-330O), the present disclosure is not limited thereto. For example, the screen (300) may include four or fewer cover panels, or six or more cover panels. For example, the screen (300) may include one cover panel. For example, the cover panels (330K-330O) may be arranged to be arranged approximately along a vertical direction (Z direction).

[0199] For example, the screen (300) may include a plurality of cover panels (330K-330O), each of which may be rotated to open the second opening (250). For example, each of the plurality of cover panels (330K-330O) may be arranged to rotate about a rotation axis that is approximately horizontal (Y direction) with respect to the moving frame (200).

[0200] One of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be rotated by a motor (340), and another of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be coupled to the one cover panel. One of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be rotated by a motor (340), and the remaining of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be arranged to rotate together with the one cover panel. For example, the cover panels (330L-330O) may be coupled to the cover panel (330K) and rotate.

[0201] Next, an example of operation of a plurality of cover panels (330) will be described with reference to FIG. 16. A cover panel (330K) may correspond to one cover panel among the plurality of cover panels (330). A cover panel (330L) may correspond to another cover panel among the plurality of cover panels (330) and may be a cover panel adjacent to the cover panel (330K). For convenience of explanation, the cover panel (330K) may be referred to as a third cover panel (330K), and the cover panel (330L) may be referred to as a fourth cover panel (330L). The description of the third cover panel (330K) and the fourth cover panel (330L) may be applied to both adjacent cover panels among the plurality of cover panels (330).

[0202] Referring to FIG. 16, the third cover panel (330K) may be arranged to be connected to a motor (340) and rotate. For example, the cover panel (330K) may be arranged to be connected to the motor (340) and rotate around a rotation axis in a horizontal direction. For example, a motor shaft (341) of the motor (340) may extend approximately along a horizontal direction (Y direction) and be coupled to the third cover panel (330K). For example, the motor shaft (341) may be arranged to form a rotation axis of the third cover panel (330K). The fourth cover panel (330L) may be arranged to be adjacent to the third cover panel (330K). The fourth cover panel (330L) may be arranged in a vertical direction (Z direction) relative to the third cover panel (330K). The mounting device (2) may include a link (360) connecting the third cover panel (330K) and the fourth cover panel (330L). The link (360) may be coupled to each of the third cover panel (330K) and the fourth cover panel (330L). The link (360) may allow the fourth cover panel (330L) to rotate in conjunction with the rotation of the third cover panel (330K). The link (360) may transmit the rotational force of the third cover panel (330K) to the fourth cover panel (330L). Accordingly, each of the third cover panel (330K) and the fourth cover panel (330L) may rotate about a rotation axis in the horizontal direction (Y direction) with respect to the moving frame (200). The fourth cover panel (330L) may be arranged to rotate together with the third cover panel (330K) by the link (360). The cover panels (330M-330O) may also be arranged to rotate together with the third cover panel (330K) by a link (360). Meanwhile, unlike what is shown in the drawing, a motor (340) may be connected to any one of the cover panels (330L-330O) other than the cover panel (330K).For example, each of the plurality of cover panels (330K-330O) includes a motor coupling portion (337), and the motor (340) can be coupled to the motor coupling portion (337) of any one of the plurality of cover panels (330K-330O).

[0203] The link (360) may include a link body (361). For example, the link body (361) may have a shape extending along the arrangement direction of the plurality of cover panels (330K-330O). For example, the link body (361) may extend approximately along the vertical direction (Z direction).

[0204] A link (360) is formed on a link body (361) and may include a panel coupling portion (362) corresponding to a cover panel (330). For example, each of the plurality of cover panels (330K-330O) may include a link coupling portion (338), and the link (360) may include a panel coupling portion (362) coupled to each of the link coupling portions (338).

[0205] Fig. 17 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0206] Referring to FIG. 17, an example (300d) of a screen (300) will be described. In describing the screen (300) illustrated in FIG. 17, components that are substantially the same as those illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 16 are assigned the same reference numerals, and detailed descriptions thereof may be omitted. The screen (300) illustrated in FIG. 17 may differ from the screen (300) illustrated in FIG. 16 in that some of the plurality of cover panels (330) are rotatable. In addition, the screen (300) illustrated in FIG. 17 may be substantially the same as the screen (300) illustrated in FIG. 16.

[0207] The screen (300) may include a plurality of cover panels (330), each of which may rotate to open the second opening (250). Some of the plurality of cover panels (330) may rotate together, or each of the plurality of cover panels (330) may be arranged to rotate independently. While one of the plurality of cover panels (330) rotates, another of the plurality of cover panels (330) may not rotate. The rotation of one of the plurality of cover panels (330) may not affect another of the plurality of cover panels (330). For example, although not clearly shown in the drawing, a plurality of motors (340) may be arranged to correspond to each of the plurality of cover panels (330). Each of the plurality of motors (340) may be arranged to rotate each of the plurality of cover panels (330). However, the present disclosure is not limited to the above-described examples, and the mounting device (2) can of course operate the cover panel (330) by including various known driving devices.

[0208] Typically, if an air conditioner is mounted on a window (or window frame) via a mounting device, the window cannot be opened, making it impossible to ventilate the room. To ventilate the room, both the air conditioner and the mounting device must be removed from the window (or window frame). This can reduce the usability of the air conditioner.

[0209] In contrast, the mounting device (2) according to the present disclosure may be provided with a structure capable of indoor ventilation. As described above, the mounting device (2) may include at least one cover panel (330) provided to open a second opening (250) that connects the indoor space (I) and the outdoor space (O). Accordingly, in order to ventilate the indoor space, there is no need to separate the mounting device (2) and the air conditioner (3) from the window (or window frame). By simply operating the cover panel (330), indoor air can be discharged outdoors or outdoor air can be introduced indoors. Consequently, the usability of the air conditioner can be improved.

[0210] Fig. 18 illustrates an example of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0211] In describing an example of an air conditioning device (1) illustrated in Fig. 18, the same reference numerals are assigned to components that are substantially the same as those described in Figs. 1 to 17, and detailed descriptions thereof may be omitted.

[0212] The motor (340) of the mounting device (2) may be provided to receive power from the air conditioner (3). The air conditioner (3) may receive power from an external source. The motor (340) may be electrically connected to the air conditioner (3). For example, a wire (342) of the motor (340) and a wire (99a) of the air conditioner (3) may be electrically connected. For example, a connector (343) provided at one end of the wire (342) may be electrically connected to a connector (99b) provided at one end of the wire (99a). Accordingly, the mounting device (2) may not be separately supplied with power from an external source. In addition, the mounting device (2) may receive various information, control signals, and / or control commands, data, etc. from the air conditioner (3).

[0213] Fig. 19 illustrates the configuration of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0214] Referring to FIG. 19, the air conditioner (3) may include a control unit (90). The air conditioner (3) may include at least one temperature sensor (93). The air conditioner (3) may include at least one humidity sensor (94). The air conditioner (3) may include at least one dust sensor (95). The air conditioner (3) may include a communication unit (96). The air conditioner (3) may include a user interface (97). The air conditioner (3) may include a power supply unit (98). The air conditioner (3) may further include components not shown in FIG. 19 according to embodiments. The air conditioner (3) may not include some of the components shown in FIG. 19 according to embodiments.

[0215] At least one temperature sensor (93) may be provided to detect temperature. The at least one temperature sensor (93) may be provided to obtain information regarding temperature. For example, the air conditioner (3) may include an indoor temperature sensor that obtains information regarding indoor temperature. For example, the air conditioner (3) may include an outdoor temperature sensor that obtains information regarding outdoor temperature. Data and / or information obtained by the at least one temperature sensor (93) may be transmitted to the control unit (90).

[0216] At least one humidity sensor (94) may be configured to detect humidity. The at least one humidity sensor (94) may be configured to obtain information regarding humidity. For example, the air conditioner (3) may include an indoor humidity sensor that obtains information regarding indoor humidity. For example, the air conditioner (3) may include an outdoor humidity sensor that obtains information regarding outdoor humidity. Data and / or information obtained by the at least one humidity sensor (94) may be transmitted to the control unit (90).

[0217] At least one dust sensor (95) may be provided to acquire information about dust. At least one dust sensor (95) may be provided to detect the concentration of dust contained in the air. At least one dust sensor (95) may be provided to detect the amount of dust contained in the air. For example, the air conditioner (3) may include an indoor dust sensor that acquires information about dust contained in indoor air. For example, the air conditioner (3) may include an outdoor dust sensor that acquires information about dust contained in outdoor air. Data and / or information acquired by at least one dust sensor (95) may be transmitted to the control unit (90).

[0218] The communication unit (96) may be configured to communicate with an external device (e.g., a server, a user terminal device, and / or other home appliance) (see 6, FIG. 21). The communication unit (96) may transmit data and / or information to the external device (6) based on a control signal from the control unit (90), or may receive data from the external device.

[0219] The communication unit (96) can support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between external devices, and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. According to one embodiment, the communication unit (96) can include a wireless communication module (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Any of these communication modules can communicate with the external device through a first network (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These different types of communication modules may be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips).

[0220] The short-range wireless communication module may include, but is not limited to, a Bluetooth communication module, a BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) communication module, a near field communication module, a WLAN (Wi-Fi) communication module, a Zigbee communication module, an infrared (IrDA, infrared Data Association) communication module, a WFD (Wi-Fi Direct) communication module, an UWB (ultrawideband) communication module, an Ant+ communication module, a microwave (uWave) communication module, etc.

[0221] The remote communication module may include a communication module that performs various types of remote communication and may include a mobile communication unit. The mobile communication unit transmits and receives wireless signals with at least one of a base station, an external terminal, and a server on a mobile communication network.

[0222] A user interface (97) may be provided for interaction between a user and an air conditioner (3).

[0223] The user interface (97) may include at least one input unit (971). The user interface (97) may include at least one output unit (972).

[0224] At least one input unit (971) can convert sensory information received from a user into an electrical signal. That is, at least one input unit (971) can receive a command for operating the air conditioner (3) from the user. For example, at least one input unit (971) can include a button, a tact switch, a push switch, a slide switch, a toggle switch, a micro switch, a touch switch, a touch pad, a touch screen, a jog dial, and / or a microphone.

[0225] At least one output unit (972) can transmit various information related to the operation of the air conditioner (3) to the user by generating sensory information. At least one output unit (972) can transmit information about the operation of the air conditioner (3) to the user visually or audibly. For example, information about the operation of the air conditioner (3) can be output through a screen, an indicator, a voice, etc. At least one output unit (972) can include, for example, a liquid crystal display (LCD) panel, a light emitting diode (LED) panel, a light emitting diode (LED) module, a speaker, etc.

[0226] The power supply unit (98) can supply power to each component of the air conditioner (3). The power supply unit (98) can supply power to each component of the air conditioner (3). The power supply unit (98) can receive power from an external source. For example, the power supply unit (98) can include a printed circuit board and a power circuit mounted on the printed circuit board.

[0227] The control unit (90) may be provided to control the operation of each component of the air conditioner (3). The control unit (90) may control the operation of the air conditioner (3) according to user input. For example, the control unit (90) may control the blade (20) to open or cover the second outlet (52, see FIG. 2). For example, the control unit (90) may control the rotation speed of the first fan (70, see FIG. 2). For example, the control unit (90) may control the rotation speed of the second fan (80, see FIG. 2).

[0228] The control unit (90) can control the motor (340) of the mounting device (2) for indoor ventilation. The control unit (90) can transmit a control signal to the motor (340). The control unit (90) can transmit a control command to the motor (340). The control unit (90) can control the motor (340) based on information of the air conditioner (3). The information of the air conditioner (3) can include information having conditions for ventilating the indoor space. For example, the information of the air conditioner (3) can include at least one of information on the operation mode of the air conditioner (3), information acquired by at least one sensor (93, 94, and / or 95), information received by the air conditioner (3) from a user, or information received by the air conditioner (3) from an external device (6).

[0229] The control unit (90) may include hardware such as a CPU, Micom, or memory, and software such as a control program. For example, the control unit (90) may include at least one memory (92) storing data in the form of a program and an algorithm for controlling the operation of components within the air conditioner (3), and at least one processor (91) that performs the operations described above and operations to be described later using data stored in the at least one memory (92). The memory (92) and the processor (91) may each be implemented as separate chips. The processor (91) may include one or more processor chips or one or more processing cores. The memory (92) may include one or more memory chips or one or more memory blocks. In addition, the memory (92) and the processor (91) may be implemented as a single chip.

[0230] Referring to FIG. 19, the mounting device (2) may include a power receiver (370). The mounting device (2) may include a motor (340). The mounting device (2) may include a cover panel (330). The mounting device (2) may include an indicator (400). The mounting device (2) may further include configurations not shown in FIG. 19 according to embodiments. The mounting device (2) may not include some of the configurations shown in FIG. 19 according to embodiments.

[0231] The power receiver (370) can receive power from the power supply unit (380). The power receiver (370) can be electrically connected to the power supply unit (380). The power receiver (370) can provide the power received from the power supply unit (380) to the motor (340). However, this is merely exemplary, and the motor (340) can of course receive power from various power supply sources.

[0232] The motor (340) can operate the cover panel (330) to cover or open the second opening (250). For example, the motor (340) can be configured to rotate or slide the cover panel (330).

[0233] The motor (340) may be configured to be electrically connected to the air conditioner (3). The motor (340) may receive information from the air conditioner (3). The motor (340) may operate based on information received from the air conditioner (3). The motor (340) may operate based on a control signal and / or control command from the control unit (90).

[0234] Fig. 20 illustrates a configuration of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment. Descriptions of the components of the air conditioner (3) that overlap with the descriptions given above may be omitted. Descriptions of the components of the mounting device (2) that overlap with the descriptions given above may be omitted. The air conditioner (3) may further include components not shown in Fig. 20 according to embodiments. The air conditioner (3) may not include some of the components shown in Fig. 20 according to embodiments. The mounting device (2) may further include components not shown in Fig. 20 according to embodiments. The mounting device (2) may not include some of the components shown in Fig. 20 according to embodiments.

[0235] The communication unit (380) may be configured to communicate with the air conditioner (3). The communication unit (380) may receive information from the air conditioner (3). The communication unit (380) may transmit information from the air conditioner (3) to the control unit (390). The communication unit (380) may be configured to communicate with the communication unit (96) via wired and / or wireless communication.

[0236] The communication unit (380) may be configured to communicate with an external device (e.g., a server, a user terminal device, and / or other home appliance) (see 6, FIG. 21). The communication unit (380) may transmit data and / or information to the external device or receive data from the external device based on a control signal from the control unit (390).

[0237] The communication unit (380) may support the establishment of a direct (e.g., wired) communication channel or a wireless communication channel between external devices, and the performance of communication through the established communication channel. According to one embodiment, the communication unit (380) may include a wireless communication module (e.g., a cellular communication module, a short-range wireless communication module, or a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) communication module) or a wired communication module (e.g., a local area network (LAN) communication module, or a power line communication module). Any of these communication modules may communicate with the external device through a first network (e.g., a short-range communication network such as Bluetooth, wireless fidelity (WiFi) direct, or infrared data association (IrDA)) or a second network (e.g., a long-range communication network such as a legacy cellular network, a 5G network, a next-generation communication network, the Internet, or a computer network (e.g., a LAN or WAN)). These different types of communication modules may be integrated into a single component (e.g., a single chip) or implemented as multiple separate components (e.g., multiple chips).

[0238] The short-range wireless communication module may include, but is not limited to, a Bluetooth communication module, a BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy) communication module, a near field communication module, a WLAN (Wi-Fi) communication module, a Zigbee communication module, an infrared (IrDA, infrared Data Association) communication module, a WFD (Wi-Fi Direct) communication module, an UWB (ultrawideband) communication module, an Ant+ communication module, a microwave (uWave) communication module, etc.

[0239] The remote communication module may include a communication module that performs various types of remote communication and may include a mobile communication unit. The mobile communication unit transmits and receives wireless signals with at least one of a base station, an external terminal, and a server on a mobile communication network.

[0240] The control unit (390) can control the motor (340) of the mounting device (2) for indoor ventilation. The control unit (390) can transmit a control signal to the motor (340). The control unit (390) can transmit a control command to the motor (340). The control unit (390) can control the motor (340) based on information from the air conditioner (3). For example, the control unit (390) can receive information from the air conditioner (3) through the communication unit (380).

[0241] The control unit (390) may include hardware such as a CPU, Micom, or memory, and software such as a control program. For example, the control unit (390) may include at least one memory (392) that stores data in the form of a program, an algorithm for controlling the operation of components within the mounting device (2), and at least one processor (391) that performs the operations described above and operations to be described below using data stored in the at least one memory (392). The memory (392) and the processor (391) may each be implemented as separate chips. The processor (391) may include one or more processor chips or one or more processing cores. The memory (392) may include one or more memory chips or one or more memory blocks. In addition, the memory (392) and the processor (391) may be implemented as a single chip.

[0242] Figure 21 is a conceptual diagram of an air conditioning device and an external device according to one embodiment. Each component of the air conditioner (3) has been described above, and thus a detailed description thereof may be omitted. Each component of the mounting device (2) has been described above, and thus a detailed description thereof may be omitted.

[0243] Referring to Fig. 21, the air conditioner (3), the mounting device (2), and the external device (6) can each be connected to a network (7) via a wired or wireless connection. The air conditioner (3), the mounting device (2), and the external device (6) can each transmit and receive information among themselves. However, for example, the air conditioner (3) and the mounting device (2) can communicate directly without going through the network (7).

[0244] The external device (6) may include a communication unit (630). The communication unit (630) may transmit and receive information with the air conditioner (3) via the network (7). The communication unit (630) may transmit and receive information with the mounting device (2) via the network (7). The communication unit (630) may include at least one wireless communication module of a known type. The communication unit (630) may include at least one wired communication module of a known type.

[0245] The external device (6) may include a control unit (600). The control unit (600) may control the operation of the external device (6). The control unit (600) may control the motor (340) of the mounting device (2) based on information received from the air conditioner (3). The air conditioner (3) may transmit information of the air conditioner (3) to the external device (6), and the external device (6) may transmit a control signal to the motor (340) of the mounting device (2). The air conditioner (3) may transmit information of the air conditioner (3) to the external device (6), and the external device (6) may transmit a control command to the motor (340) of the mounting device (2). The control unit (600) may control the communication unit (630) to transmit information received from the air conditioner (3) to the mounting device (2).

[0246] The control unit (600) may include hardware such as a CPU, Micom, or memory, and software such as a control program. For example, the control unit (600) may include at least one memory (620) that stores data in the form of a program, an algorithm for controlling the operation of an external device (6), and at least one processor (610) that performs the operations described above and operations to be described below using data stored in the at least one memory (620). The memory (620) and the processor (610) may each be implemented as separate chips. The processor (610) may include one or more processor chips or one or more processing cores. The memory (620) may include one or more memory chips or one or more memory blocks. In addition, the memory (620) and the processor (610) may be implemented as a single chip.

[0247] Fig. 22 is a flowchart showing a control method of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0248] The control unit (90, 390, or 600) can receive information about the air conditioner (3) (1100). For example, the control unit (90) can be electrically connected to each component of the air conditioner (3) and can receive information about the air conditioner (3) from each component of the air conditioner (3). For example, the control unit (390) of the mounting device (2) can receive information about the air conditioner (3) from the air conditioner (3). For example, the control unit (600) of the external device (6) can receive information about the air conditioner (3) from the air conditioner (3).

[0249] The control unit (90, 390 or 600) can operate the motor (340) to cause the cover panel (330) to open or cover the second opening (250) based on information from the air conditioner (3) (1200).

[0250] The control unit (90, 390, or 600) can control the motor (340) based on the operation mode of the air conditioner (3). The control unit (90, 390, or 600) can control the motor (340) based on the operating state of the air conditioner (3). The control unit (90, 390, or 600) can control the motor (340) in response to the termination or start of the operation of the air conditioner (3). For example, the operation of the air conditioner (3) can include an operation for cooling or heating the room (I). For example, the operation of the air conditioner (3) can include a cooling operation or a heating operation.

[0251] For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) may operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) opens at least a portion of the second opening (250) based on the termination of the operation of the air conditioner (3). For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) may control the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250) for a predetermined period of time after the termination of the operation of the air conditioner (3). When the cooling operation of the air conditioner (3) or the heating operation of the air conditioner (3) is terminated, indoor ventilation may be performed automatically.

[0252] For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) may operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) covers at least a portion of the second opening (250) based on the start of the operation of the air conditioner (3). When the cooling operation of the air conditioner (3) or the heating operation of the air conditioner (3) is started, the cover panel (330) covers the second opening (250), thereby preventing indoor air and outdoor air from mixing. As a result, the air conditioning performance of the air conditioner (3) may be improved.

[0253] The control unit (90, 390, or 600) may operate the motor (340) to cause the cover panel (330) to open or cover the second opening (250) based on user input. For example, the user input may include a command to ventilate the room.

[0254] The control unit (90, 390 or 600) can operate the motor (340) to cause the cover panel (330) to open at least a portion of the second opening (250) based on a value detected by at least one sensor (93, 94 and / or 95) being outside a preset range.

[0255] For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) may operate the motor (340) to cause the cover panel (330) to open at least a portion of the second opening (250) based on the temperature detected by the indoor temperature sensor being higher than the temperature detected by the outdoor temperature sensor. This may lower the indoor temperature.

[0256] For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) may determine that it is raining outdoors based on the humidity detected by the outdoor humidity sensor being higher than a preset reference humidity, and may operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) covers at least a portion of the second opening (250). As a result, outdoor moisture may not flow into the indoor space.

[0257] For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) may operate the motor (340) to cause the cover panel (330) to open at least a portion of the second opening (250) based on a value detected by the indoor dust sensor being greater than a reference value. As a result, dust contained in the indoor air can be discharged outdoors.

[0258] Fig. 23 is a flowchart showing a control method of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0259] The control unit (90, 390, or 600) can receive user input (2100). For example, a user can input information about the operating mode of the air conditioner (3) through the user interface (97) of the air conditioner (3). For example, user input input through the user interface (97) can be transmitted to the control unit (90, 390, or 600).

[0260] Based on the user input indicating that the ventilation mode is (example of 2200), the control unit (90, 390, or 600) can operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) opens at least a portion of the second opening (250) (2300). For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) can determine whether the user input is in the ventilation mode. For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) can operate the motor (340) so that the second opening (250) opens at least a portion of the second opening (250) based on determining that the user input is in the ventilation mode. The ventilation mode may include a mode for ventilation of the room (I). In the ventilation mode, at least a portion of the second opening (250) of the mounting device (2) may be opened by the cover panel (330). In the ventilation mode, outdoor air may be introduced into the room. In the ventilation mode, indoor air may be discharged to the outside.

[0261] The ventilation mode can be performed independently of the operation of the air conditioner (3). For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) can control the motor (340) to cause the cover panel (330) to open at least a portion of the second opening (250) based on the air conditioner (3) receiving a user input for the ventilation mode, regardless of the operating state of the air conditioner (3). For example, the control unit (90, 390, or 600) can control the motor (340) to cause the cover panel (330) to open at least a portion of the second opening (250), in response to the air conditioner (3) receiving a user command for the ventilation mode, regardless of whether the air conditioner (3) is in cooling mode or heating operation.

[0262] For example, the ventilation mode may proceed for a predetermined period of time. The control unit (90, 390, or 600) may operate the motor (340) to open at least a portion of the second opening (250) for a predetermined period of time based on the user input determining that the ventilation mode is in progress. The control unit (90, 390, or 600) may operate the motor (340) to cover the second opening (250) after the predetermined period of time has elapsed. The duration of the ventilation mode may be determined by user input. The user may input the duration of the ventilation mode through the user interface (97).

[0263] Fig. 24 is a flowchart showing a control method of an air conditioning device according to one embodiment.

[0264] Based on the air conditioner (3) being in cooling operation (example of 3100), the control unit (90, 390 or 600) can receive information about the indoor temperature and information about the outdoor temperature (3200).

[0265] Information about the indoor temperature can be obtained by an indoor temperature sensor. The indoor temperature sensor can transmit information about the indoor temperature to the control unit (90, 390, or 600). Information about the outdoor temperature can be obtained by an outdoor temperature sensor. The outdoor temperature sensor can transmit information about the outdoor temperature to the control unit (90, 390, or 600).

[0266] The control unit (90, 390, or 600) can compare the indoor temperature with the outdoor temperature. Based on the indoor temperature being higher than the outdoor temperature (example of 3300), the control unit (90, 390, or 600) can stop the cooling operation of the air conditioner (3) (3400) and operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250) (3500). However, unlike as shown in the drawing, based on the indoor temperature being higher than the outdoor temperature (example of 3300), the control unit (90, 390, or 600) can stop the cooling operation of the air conditioner (3) (3400) so that the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250) (3500). Unlike the drawing, when the indoor temperature is higher than the outdoor temperature (example 3300), the control unit (90, 390, or 600) can stop the cooling operation of the air conditioner (3) (3400) and simultaneously operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) opens the second opening (250) (3500). This allows unnecessary cooling operation to be terminated. The indoor temperature can be lowered more effectively. Abnormal operation of the air conditioner can be identified.

[0267] An air conditioning device (1) according to one embodiment may include an air conditioner (3) and a mounting device (2) provided to mount the air conditioner (3) on a window frame (A). The mounting device (2) may include a fixed frame (100) provided to hold the air conditioner. The mounting device (2) may include a movable frame (200) that is movable in a vertical direction with respect to the fixed frame (100). The mounting device (2) may include an opening (250) formed by being surrounded by the fixed frame (100) and the movable frame (200) and provided to communicate with the indoor space (I) and the outdoor space (O). The mounting device (2) may include a screen (300) provided to correspond to the opening (250). The above screen (300) may include a cover panel (330) provided to open or cover at least a portion of the opening (250). The mounting device (2) may include a motor (340) provided to drive the cover panel (330).

[0268] The air conditioning device (1) may further include a control unit (90, 390 or 600) that controls the motor (340) based on information from the air conditioner (3).

[0269] The above cover panel may be a first cover panel (330A) that is connected to the motor (340) and arranged to rotate. The screen (300) may further include a second cover panel (330B) that is vertically connected to the first cover panel and arranged to be linked to the rotation of the first cover panel.

[0270] The above cover panel (330) may be provided in multiple forms. The screen (300) may further include a first cover (301) including some of the plurality of cover panels; and a second cover (302) disposed on the side of the first cover (301) and including other some of the plurality of cover panels.

[0271] The first cover (301) may include a first side portion (3011) provided adjacent to the second cover (302), and a second side portion provided on the opposite side to the first side portion (3011) and capable of being coupled to the moving frame. The first side portion (3011) may be provided to rotate around the second side portion by the motor (340).

[0272] The second cover (302) may include a first side (3021) provided adjacent to the first cover, and a second side (3022) provided on the opposite side to the first side (3021) and capable of being coupled to the moving frame. The first side (3021) may be provided to rotate around the second side (3022) by the motor (340).

[0273] Either one of the first cover (301) and the second cover (302) may be arranged to slide horizontally with respect to the other one of the first cover (301) and the second cover (302) by the motor (340).

[0274] The mounting device (2) may further include a pinion (351) that is connected to the motor and configured to rotate. The mounting device (2) may further include a rack (352) formed on one of the first cover and the second cover so as to engage with the pinion (351). The rack (352) may be configured to move in a horizontal direction as the pinion (351) rotates.

[0275] The above-described moving frame (200) may include a first frame portion (220) extending in a vertical direction; a second frame portion (230) arranged to be parallel to the first frame portion; and a third frame portion (240) connected to the first frame portion and the second frame portion and arranged to be fixed to the upper portion of the window frame. The first cover (301) can be coupled to the first frame portion (220). The second cover (302) can be coupled to the second frame portion (230).

[0276] The cover panel (330) may be a first cover panel (330K) that is connected to the motor and configured to rotate around a rotation axis in a horizontal direction. The screen (300) may further include a second cover panel (330L) that is arranged in a vertical direction with respect to the first cover panel. The mounting device (2) may further include a link (360) that connects the first cover panel and the second cover panel so that the second cover panel is coupled with the rotation of the first cover panel.

[0277] The control unit (90, 390 or 600) may operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) opens at least a portion of the opening (250) based on the termination of the operation of the air conditioner (3).

[0278] The control unit (90, 390 or 600) may operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) covers at least a portion of the opening (250) based on the start of operation of the air conditioner (3).

[0279] The control unit (90, 390 or 600) may operate the motor (340) to cause the cover panel (330) to open at least a portion of the opening (250) based on user input.

[0280] The air conditioner (3) may include a sensor (93, 94 or 95) configured to detect temperature, humidity or dust. The control unit (90, 390 or 600) may operate the motor (340) so that the cover panel (330) opens at least a portion of the opening (250) based on a value detected by the sensor (93, 94 or 95) being outside a preset range.

[0281] The motor (340) of the above mounting device (2) may be arranged to receive power from the air conditioner (3).

[0282] A mounting device (2) provided to mount an air conditioner (3) according to one embodiment on a window frame (A) may include: a fixed frame (100) provided to hold the air conditioner (3) and fixed to a lower portion (5) of the window frame; a movable frame (200) capable of moving relative to the fixed frame (100) and fixed to an upper portion (4) of the window frame; a screen (300) mountable to the movable frame (200) to cover an opening (250) surrounded by the fixed frame (100) and the movable frame (200); and a motor (340) provided to provide driving force to the screen (300). The screen (300) may include a first cover panel movable to open at least a portion of the opening (250) by the motor (340), and a second cover panel provided to be linked to the first cover panel.

[0283] The first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) may be arranged to rotate together about a rotation axis (S1) in a vertical direction with respect to the moving frame.

[0284] The first cover panel (330A) and the second cover panel (330B) may be arranged to move together in a horizontal direction with respect to the moving frame.

[0285] The mounting device (2) may further include a link (360) coupled to each of the first cover panel (330K) and the second cover panel (330L) so as to transmit the rotational force of the first cover panel (330K) to the second cover panel (330L). Each of the first cover panel (330K) and the second cover panel (330L) may be arranged to rotate about a rotation axis in a horizontal direction with respect to the moving frame.

[0286] The first cover panel (330A) may include a first panel body (331); an opening (332) in which the lower portion of the first panel body is open; and a joining hole (333) formed by cutting a portion of the first panel body. The second cover panel (330B) may include a second panel body (334); an insertion portion (335) extending from the upper portion of the second panel body and provided to be inserted into the first panel body through the opening portion; and a joining protrusion (336) formed in the insertion portion and provided to be coupled to the joining hole when the insertion portion is inserted into the first panel body.

[0287] According to the idea of ​​the present disclosure, the usability of an air conditioning device can be improved.

[0288] According to the present disclosure, the mounting device can ventilate a room. The user does not need to disassemble the mounting device and / or the air conditioner from the structure to ventilate the room.

[0289] According to the invention of the present disclosure, the mounting device can automatically ventilate a room based on various information of the air conditioner.

[0290] The effects that can be obtained from the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects that are not mentioned will be clearly understood by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure pertains.

[0291] The above illustrates and describes specific embodiments. However, the invention is not limited to the above-described embodiments, and those skilled in the art will readily appreciate that various modifications and implementations can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the claims below.

Claims

1. Air conditioner; and A mounting device is provided for mounting the air conditioner on a window frame; The above mounting device, A fixed frame provided to hold the above air conditioner; A movable frame capable of moving along a vertical direction with respect to the above fixed frame; An opening formed by being surrounded by the fixed frame and the movable frame and provided to communicate with the interior and exterior; A screen provided to correspond to the above opening, the screen including a cover panel provided to open or cover at least a part of the opening; and An air conditioning device comprising a motor configured to drive the cover panel.

2. In paragraph 1, An air conditioning device further comprising a control unit that controls the motor based on information of the air conditioner.

3. In paragraph 1, The above cover panel is a first cover panel that is connected to the motor and arranged to rotate, The above screen is, An air conditioning device further comprising a second cover panel that is vertically coupled to the first cover panel and arranged to be linked to the rotation of the first cover panel.

4. In paragraph 1, The above cover panels are provided in multiples, The above screen is, a first cover comprising some of the plurality of cover panels; and An air conditioning device further comprising a second cover disposed on a side of the first cover and including another portion of the plurality of cover panels.

5. In paragraph 4, The above first cover, A first side provided adjacent to the second cover, A second side is provided on the opposite side to the first side and is connectable to the moving frame, An air conditioning device in which the first side is arranged to rotate around the second side by the motor.

6. In paragraph 4, The above second cover, A first side provided adjacent to the first cover, A second side is provided on the opposite side to the first side and is connectable to the moving frame, An air conditioning device in which the first side is arranged to rotate around the second side by the motor.

7. In paragraph 4, An air conditioning device wherein one of the first cover and the second cover is arranged to slide horizontally with respect to the other of the first cover and the second cover by the motor.

8. In paragraph 7, The above mounting device, A pinion connected to the above motor and arranged to rotate; and An air conditioning device further comprising a rack formed on one of the first cover and the second cover to mesh with the pinion and configured to move in a horizontal direction as the pinion rotates.

9. In paragraph 4, The above moving frame is, A first frame portion extending along a vertical direction; A second frame portion arranged to be parallel to the first frame portion; A third frame part is provided to connect the first frame part and the second frame part and to be fixed to the upper part of the window frame; The above first cover is connectable to the first frame portion, The above second cover is an air conditioning device that can be connected to the second frame part.

10. In paragraph 1, The above cover panel is a first cover panel that is connected to the motor and arranged to rotate around a rotation axis in the horizontal direction, The above screen is, Further comprising a second cover panel arranged in a vertical direction with respect to the first cover panel; The above mounting device, An air conditioning device further comprising a link connecting the first cover panel and the second cover panel so that the second cover panel is rotated in conjunction with the rotation of the first cover panel.

11. In paragraph 2, An air conditioning device in which the control unit operates the motor so that the cover panel opens at least a portion of the opening based on the termination of the operation of the air conditioner.

12. In paragraph 2, An air conditioning device wherein the control unit operates the motor so that the cover panel covers at least a portion of the opening based on the start of operation of the air conditioner.

13. In paragraph 2, An air conditioning device wherein the control unit operates the motor to cause the cover panel to open at least a portion of the opening based on user input.

14. In paragraph 2, The air conditioner comprises a sensor configured to detect temperature, humidity or dust; An air conditioning device in which the control unit operates the motor so that the cover panel opens at least a portion of the opening based on a value detected by the sensor being outside a preset range.

15. In paragraph 1, An air conditioning device in which the motor of the above mounting device is provided to receive power from the air conditioner.

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