Air purifier

Abstract

An air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure comprises: a body having an inlet formed through the circumferential surface thereof and an outlet formed above the inlet; and a seat device fixedly disposed on the body or separable from the body, wherein the seat device comprises: a lower body coupled to the body; and a switching guider disposed on the lower surface of the lower body and laterally guiding air discharged upward through the outlet.

Description

air purifier

[0001] The present disclosure relates to an air purifier, and more particularly, to an air purifier having a sheet device disposed on the upper side for discharging purified air.

[0002] An air purifier is a device that creates air flow and filters the flowing air to increase the cleanliness of the air within a certain space.

[0003] The air purifier may have a configuration in which an inlet is formed on one side, an outlet is formed on the other side, and a filter is placed inside.

[0004] The air purifier can have an outlet formed at the top so that the filtered air is not delivered directly to the user.

[0005] Korean registered patent KR 10-2600644 B1 discloses an air purifier with an outlet formed at the top. Korean published patent KR 10-2022-7014516 A discloses an air purifier equipped with a pet mode and a control method thereof.

[0006] However, in households where pets such as cats live in the area where the air purifier is installed, if the pet is located above the outlet, it may obstruct the flow of clean air emitted by the air purifier.

[0007] Additionally, there is a problem that pets may become stressed due to the airflow caused by the operation of the air purifier.

[0008] The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide an air purifier that creates a space where a pet can rest without interfering with the function of the air purifier.

[0009] The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide an air purifier that minimizes air flow by the main body as a resting space for a pet.

[0010] The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide an air purifier that provides a space where pets can feel secure while also having excellent air purification performance.

[0011] The tasks of the present disclosure are not limited to the tasks mentioned above, and other tasks not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

[0012] An air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure comprises a main body having an inlet formed on a peripheral surface and an outlet formed above the inlet, and a seat device fixedly disposed on the main body or separated from the main body, thereby forming a space where a pet can rest without interfering with the function of the air purifier.

[0013] An air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure can guide air discharged upward through an outlet of the main body laterally by arranging a transition guide at the bottom of a sheet device.

[0014] An air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure can form an airflow according to a situation by driving a switching guider with a motor.

[0015] An air purifier according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a main body having an inlet formed on a peripheral surface and an outlet formed above the inlet, and a sheet device fixedly disposed on the main body or separated from the main body, wherein the sheet device includes a lower body coupled to the main body, and a diverter guide disposed on a lower surface of the lower body and guiding air discharged upward through the outlet laterally.

[0016] The outlet formed on the upper surface of the main body has a circular structure, and a lower engaging groove is formed on the upper surface of the main body so that the seat device is engaged at the center of the outlet.

[0017] The above lower body includes an insertion column inserted into the above joining groove and a lower wall extending radially from the upper end of the insertion column, and the lower wall is disposed above the outlet.

[0018] The above-mentioned conversion guide is arranged in a ring shape on the outer periphery of the lower wall.

[0019] The above-mentioned transition guide protrudes obliquely from the outer periphery of the lower wall.

[0020] The diameter of the outer circumference of the above lower wall is formed to be larger than the diameter of the above outlet.

[0021] An air purifier according to one embodiment of the present disclosure further includes a sheet cover disposed on the upper side of the lower wall.

[0022] The outer surface of the above seat cover is arranged to be inclined upwards compared to the outer surface of the lower wall.

[0023] The above-mentioned conversion guide extends downward from the outer circumference of the lower body.

[0024] The above sheet device further includes a motor that moves the switching guide in an up-and-down direction.

[0025] The above seat device further includes a weight sensor, and when a pet is detected by the weight sensor, the motor moves the switching guide downward.

[0026] An air purifier according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a main body having an inlet formed on a peripheral surface and an outlet formed above the inlet, and a seat device fixedly disposed on the main body or separated from the main body, wherein the seat device includes a seat portion, a lower body disposed on a lower side of the seat portion and coupled to the main body, a switching guide disposed on a lower portion of the lower body, and a motor for moving the switching guide in an up-and-down direction.

[0027] The above seat device further includes a weight sensor, and when a pet is detected by the weight sensor, the motor moves the switching guide downward.

[0028] The above-mentioned conversion guide has a circular structure extending downward from the lower body.

[0029] An air purifier according to one embodiment of the present disclosure includes a main body having an inlet formed on a peripheral surface and an outlet formed above the inlet, and a sheet device fixedly disposed on the main body or separated from the main body, wherein the sheet device includes a lower wall disposed above the outlet and radially guiding air flowing upward from the outlet, a transition guide disposed at an outer peripheral end of the lower wall, and a sheet portion disposed above the lower wall.

[0030] The above-mentioned transition guide extends downward from the outer circumference of the lower wall.

[0031] According to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, by providing a resting space for a pet on the upper side of the air purifier body, a space where a pet can rest can be formed without interfering with the function of the air purifier.

[0032] Additionally, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, by arranging a transition guide at the bottom of the seat device, air flow by the main body into the resting space of the pet can be minimized.

[0033] Additionally, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, a space for the pet to feel secure can be provided on the upper side of the air purifier body, and stress can be minimized.

[0034] Additionally, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, by moving the transition guide, air purification performance can be improved while providing a space where the pet can feel secure.

[0035] The effects of the present disclosure are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description of the claims.

[0036] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an air purifier according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0037] Figure 2 is an exploded side view of a sheet device and a main body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0038] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of one side of a main body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0039] Figure 4 is a plan view of a main body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0040] FIG. 5 is a side perspective view of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0041] FIG. 6 is a bottom view of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] Figure 7 is an exploded perspective view of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0043] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of one side of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0044] Fig. 9 is a cross-sectional view of the sheet device cut in a different direction from Fig. 8, and is a drawing for explaining the joint relationship between the upper part and the lower part.

[0045] FIGS. 10 to 13 are drawings for reference in the description of the switching guide and airflow of the sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0046] FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view of one side of a sheet device according to another embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0047] Figures 15 and 16 are drawings for reference in the description of the operation of the sheet device of Figure 14.

[0048] The advantages and features of the present disclosure, and methods for achieving them, will become clearer with reference to the embodiments described below in detail with the accompanying drawings. However, the present disclosure is not limited to the embodiments described below and may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided solely to ensure that the disclosure is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the disclosure of the scope of the disclosure. The present disclosure is defined solely by the scope of the claims. Like reference numerals designate like elements throughout the specification.

[0049] Meanwhile, the suffixes "module" and "part" used in the following description are given solely for the convenience of writing this specification, and do not impart any particularly significant meaning or role to them. Therefore, the terms "module" and "part" may be used interchangeably.

[0050] Additionally, while terms such as "first" and "second" may be used in this specification to describe various elements, these elements are not limited by these terms. These terms are used only to distinguish one element from another.

[0051] Hereinafter, the present disclosure will be described with reference to drawings for explaining an air purifier according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0052] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to FIG. 1, the overall configuration of the air purifier according to the embodiment will be described.

[0053] The air purifier (1) includes a main body (100) that sucks in air through an inlet (106) formed on the circumference and discharges air through an outlet (112) formed on the upper surface.

[0054] The air purifier (1) may include a sheet device (200) that is placed on the upper side of the main body (100) and forms a space (267).

[0055] The main body (100) includes a case (102) that forms an outer shape. Inside the case (102), a filter (101, see FIG. 3) that filters the inhaled air and a fan (140, see FIG. 3) that forms air flow can be placed.

[0056] The case (102) has a roughly cylindrical structure. The case (102) has an inlet (106) formed on the circumferential surface of the cylindrical structure. The case (102) has an outlet (112) formed on the upper surface of the cylindrical structure.

[0057] The case (102) has a structure in which the diameter decreases as it goes upward.

[0058] The seat device (200) is placed on the upper side of the main body (100). The seat device (200) may have a structure that is open to the upper side and the front side and forms a space (267) on the inside.

[0059] The area of ​​the lower surface of the sheet device (200) can be formed to be larger than the area formed by the outlet (112) of the main body (100). Therefore, air rising through the outlet (112) can flow outside the space (267).

[0060] A transition guide (231) is placed at the bottom of the seat device (200). The transition guide (231) can guide air discharged upward through the outlet (112) of the main body (100) laterally. Accordingly, when the main body (100) is in operation, the airflow directed directly toward the pet resting above the seat device (200) can be minimized.

[0061] The seat device (200) may include a seat cover (266) that forms an outer shape and forms a space (267) on the inside. A seat portion (252) on which a pet can sit may be placed in the space (267) formed on the inside of the seat device (200).

[0062] FIG. 2 is an exploded side view of a seat device and a main body according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to FIG. 2, the configuration of a seat device detachably positioned on the main body will be described.

[0063] The seat device (200) is positioned on the upper side of the main body (100). The seat device (200) is positioned to be fixed to the main body (100). A part of the seat device (200) can be inserted into a joining groove (168, see FIGS. 3 and 4) of the main body (100) to be described below.

[0064] The seat device (200) can be mounted on the main body (100). The seat device (200) can be electrically connected to the main body (100).

[0065] The seat device (200) forms a space (267) on the inside and includes a seat cover (266) that forms the outer shape.

[0066] The seat cover (266) may be formed with a curved exterior. The seat cover (266) may be formed with different heights at the top. The seat cover (266) may form different inclination angles at the boundary adjacent to the lower wall (230) described below.

[0067] The inclination angle (θ1) of the lower part of the outer circumference of the seat cover (266) can be formed to be greater than the inclination angle (θ2) of the upper part of the lower wall (230).

[0068] The outer surface of the seat cover (266) may be arranged to be inclined upwards relative to the outer surface of the lower wall (230). The outer surface of the seat cover (266) may form a convex curved surface toward the outside of the seat cover (266).

[0069] The thickness of the seat cover (266) can be formed to be thicker than the thickness of the seat portion (252).

[0070] The sheet device (200) includes an insertion column (212) that is inserted into a joining groove (168) of the main body (100).

[0071] The insertion column (212) includes a peripheral wall (214) inserted into the inside of the coupling cover (166) and a bottom wall (220) arranged at the lower end of the peripheral wall (214).

[0072] A fastening rib groove (218) and a guide groove (216), which will be described below, may be formed on the peripheral wall (214). A portion of a hook (236) may be positioned so as to be exposed on the peripheral wall (214).

[0073] The seat device (200) includes a lower wall (230) positioned between the seat cover (266) and the insertion column (212). The lower wall (230) can connect the insertion column (212) and the seat cover (266).

[0074] The lower wall (230) extends from the top of the insertion column (212) toward the lower side of the circumference of the seat cover (266).

[0075] The lower wall (230) is positioned above the outlet (112) of the main body (100). Therefore, air flowing upward through the outlet (112) can flow radially outward along the lower wall (230).

[0076] Additionally, a transition guide (231) is arranged on the lower wall (230). The transition guide (231) can minimize the clean air flowing radially outward along the lower wall (230) from moving upward along the seat cover (266).

[0077] Below, the external appearance of the main body (100) is described with reference to FIG. 2.

[0078] The case (102) includes an inlet cover (104) forming an inlet (106).

[0079] The inlet cover (104) may be arranged to cover the outer perimeter of the filter (101). The inlet cover (104) may be arranged to cover the outer perimeter of the fan housing (154) to be described below. The inlet (106) formed in the inlet cover (104) may be formed on the perimeter surface of the area where the filter (101) is arranged.

[0080] The inlet cover (104) may include a plurality of inlet grills (108) extending vertically and spaced apart in the circumferential direction.

[0081] The case (102) includes an outlet cover (110) forming an outlet (112).

[0082] The outlet cover (110) may have a structure extending from the upper end of the upper coupling cover (174, see FIG. 3) to be described below to the main cover (116). The upper end of the upper coupling cover (174) may be formed higher than the upper end of the main cover (116).

[0083] The outlet cover (110) may include a plurality of outlet grills (114) spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction at the upper end of the upper coupling cover (174).

[0084] Each of the plurality of outlet grills (114) may have a shape in which the inclination angle at the inner end is different from the inclination angle at the outer end.

[0085] Here, the inner end of the outlet grill (114) may be the part where the outlet grill (114) is adjacent to the upper coupling cover (174). The outer end of the outlet grill (114) may be the part where the outlet grill (114) is adjacent to the main cover (116).

[0086] Here, the slope angle may mean the angle formed between a line or plane parallel to the ground and a plane formed by the outlet grill (114).

[0087] The case (102) includes a main cover (116) positioned between the inlet cover (104) and the outlet cover (110). The main cover (116) may have a structure extending upward from the inlet cover (104).

[0088] The case (102) includes a base (118) placed at the bottom of the main body (100). The diameter of the base (118) is formed to be larger than the diameter of the inlet cover (104).

[0089] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of one side of a main body according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to FIG. 3, the internal configuration of the main body of an air purifier according to an embodiment will be described.

[0090] The air purifier includes a base (118) that is placed on the lower side of the main body (100) and is placed so as to be in contact with the ground.

[0091] A load member (120) that increases the load on the lower part of the main body (100) may be placed on the base (118) to prevent the air purifier from tipping over. The load member (120) may be placed so that multiple weight plates overlap.

[0092] The main body (100) may include a lower housing (122) that is placed on the upper side of the base (118) and forms a space in which a printed circuit board (123) that controls the electronic operation of the air purifier is placed.

[0093] The lower housing (122) is placed on the upper side of the base (118). A space in which a printed circuit board (123) or the like is placed can be formed between the lower housing (122) and the base (118).

[0094] A filter mounting plate (124) is arranged on the upper surface of the lower housing (122). The filter mounting plate (124) is arranged in the central portion of the lower housing (122). The filter mounting plate (124) is arranged to be able to move up and down on the lower housing (122).

[0095] An elastic member (not shown) that maintains the arrangement of the filter mounting plate (124) may be placed between the filter mounting plate (124) and the lower housing (122).

[0096] When the filter (101) is not placed on the upper side of the filter mounting plate (124), the filter mounting plate (124) can be protruded upward by the elastic member. When the filter (101) is placed on the upper side, the filter mounting plate (124) moves downward.

[0097] The filter mounting plate (124) can detect whether the filter (101) is mounted as the arrangement changes in the vertical direction.

[0098] The air purifier may include a filter (101) that filters air flowing into the inlet (106). The filter (101) has a cylindrical shape. The filter (101) may be placed inside the inlet cover (104). The filter (101) may filter air flowing upward through the inlet (106).

[0099] The main body (100) includes a filter supporter (126) connecting the inner suction panel (128) described below and the lower housing (122).

[0100] A plurality of filter supporters (126) can be arranged spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction. A filter (101) can be inserted into the space formed between the plurality of filter supporters (126).

[0101] The inner suction panel (128) is positioned so as to be spaced upward from the filter mounting plate (124) or the lower housing (122). Accordingly, a space in which the filter (101) is positioned is formed between the inner suction panel (128) and the filter mounting plate (124).

[0102] A filter (101) may be placed between the inner suction panel (128) and the lower housing (122). The filter (101) has a cylindrical structure. The filter (101) can filter out foreign substances in the air penetrating the peripheral surface. The filter (101) may be placed between the inner suction panel (128) and the lower housing (122).

[0103] When the filter (101) is placed between the inner suction panel (128) and the lower housing (122), the filter (101) can press the filter mounting plate (124) downward. When the filter (101) is placed between the inner suction panel (128) and the lower housing (122), the filter mounting plate (124) presses the filter (101) upward by the elastic member.

[0104] Accordingly, the filter (101) can be fixedly placed between the inner suction panel (128) and the lower housing (122).

[0105] An orifice (130) through which air flows by means of a fan (140) is formed in the central portion of the inner suction panel (128). The orifice (130) can guide air flowing through the filter (101) in the direction in which the fan (140) is positioned.

[0106] A net steel (132) may be placed in the orifice (130). The net steel (132) may prevent the user's body from entering the space where the fan (140) is placed.

[0107] An inlet cover (104) is arranged on the outer periphery of the filter (101). The inlet cover (104) includes a plurality of inlet grilles (108) extending vertically and spaced apart in the circumferential direction. A plurality of inlets (106) can be formed between the plurality of inlet grilles (108).

[0108] The inlet cover (104) may be arranged to cover the filter (101) or the lower housing (122). The inlet cover (104) may be arranged to cover the fan housing (154) described below.

[0109] The inlet (106) formed in the inlet cover (104) can be formed on the peripheral surface of the area where the filter (101) is placed.

[0110] The main body (100) includes a fan (140) rotatably positioned inside the case (102) and a fan motor (148) that rotates the fan (140).

[0111] The main body (100) includes a fan housing (154) that forms a space in which a fan (140) is placed on the upper side of the filter (101).

[0112] The fan (140) may have a diagonal fan structure that forms a fan intake port (140a) in a downward direction and a fan outlet port (140b) that is opened to face radially outward and upward.

[0113] The fan (140) may include a hub (142) connected to a fan motor (148), a shroud (144) spaced apart from the hub (142) and forming a fan intake (140a), and a plurality of blades (146) connecting the hub (142) and the shroud (144) and spaced apart in the circumferential direction.

[0114] A fan outlet (140b) can be formed between the hub (142) and the shroud (144). A plurality of blades (146) can form a flow of air discharged to the fan outlet (140b).

[0115] The fan housing (154) is positioned above the inner suction panel (128). The fan housing (154) forms a space in which the fan (140) is positioned. The fan housing (154) forms a space in which the fan motor (148) is positioned above the fan (140).

[0116] The fan housing (154) forms a path that guides air flowing by the fan (140) upward.

[0117] The fan housing (154) may have a cylindrical shape that is open from top to bottom. A motor cover (150) in which a fan motor (148) is disposed may be disposed in the center of the fan housing (154). The motor cover (150) may have a bowl shape that is recessed downward so that the fan motor (148) is disposed therein.

[0118] The fan housing (154) is placed on the upper side of the space where the fan (140) is placed, and includes a guide vane (152) that reduces the rotational component of the air flowing by the fan (140).

[0119] The guide vane (152) is arranged to connect the inner surface of the fan housing (154) and the outer surface of the motor cover (150). A plurality of guide vanes (152) may be arranged spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction.

[0120] The main body (100) includes an inner guide (160, 162) that guides air flowing upward toward the upper side of the fan housing (154). The inner guide (160, 162) is arranged on the upper side of the fan housing (154) and forms an annular airflow path (164) therein.

[0121] The inner guide (160, 162) includes a first inner guide (160) having a cylindrical shape and extending upward, and a second inner guide (162) spaced radially inward from the first inner guide (160) and extending upward.

[0122] An annular airflow path (164) is formed in the space between the first inner guide (160) and the second inner guide (162). The first inner guide (160) may extend from the outer peripheral surface of the fan housing (154). The second inner guide (162) may have a structure extending upward from the motor cover (150).

[0123] On the upper part of the second inner guide (162), a joint cover (166) into which the insertion column (212) of the sheet device (200) is inserted is placed.

[0124] The coupling cover (166) forms a space formed downward so that the insertion pillar (212) can be inserted. On the lower surface of the coupling cover (166), connection terminals (170, 172) are arranged to which the corresponding terminals (222a, 222b) of the insertion pillar (212) overlap.

[0125] The main body (100) includes a main cover (116) placed on the upper side of the inlet cover (104).

[0126] The main cover (116) is arranged to cover the perimeter of the inner guide (160, 162). The main cover (116) is arranged to extend to the upper side of the inlet grill (108).

[0127] The main body (100) includes an upper coupling cover (174) extending upward from the coupling cover (166). The coupling cover (166) and the upper coupling cover (174) may be formed as an integral structure. In addition, the coupling cover (166) may be configured to include the upper coupling cover (174).

[0128] The upper coupling cover (174) can guide the insertion pillar (212) to be inserted into the coupling cover (166). The upper coupling cover (174) can have a structure extending upward from the coupling cover (166). The upper coupling cover (174) has a roughly cylindrical shape, and the insertion pillar (212) can be placed inside.

[0129] On the inner circumferential surface of the upper coupling cover (174), fastening ribs (176a, 176b) that are coupled with the coupling cover (166) are arranged. On the inner circumferential surface of the upper coupling cover (174), a fastening hole (178) into which a hook (236) arranged on the sheet device (200) is inserted is formed.

[0130] The main cover (116), upper combination cover (174), and outlet cover (110) can also be formed as a single structure.

[0131] The outlet cover (110) may have a structure extending from the upper end of the upper coupling cover (174) to the main cover (116). The outlet cover (110) may include a plurality of outlet grills (114) spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction at the upper end of the upper coupling cover (174).

[0132] A coupling groove (168) may be formed downward from the inside of an outlet (112) formed in a ring shape in the main body (100). The coupling groove (168) may be formed on the inside of the upper coupling cover (174). The coupling groove (168) may be formed on the inside of the coupling cover (166).

[0133] A joining groove (168) may be formed on the inside of the second inner guide (162). A connecting terminal (170, 172) disposed on the joining cover (166) may be disposed in the joining groove (168).

[0134] The joining groove (168) may include a structure formed on the inner surface of the upper joining cover (174), a structure formed on the inner surface of the second inner guide (162), and a structure formed on the joining cover (166).

[0135] FIG. 4 is a plan view of a main body according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to FIG. 4, the configuration formed inside the main cover (116) and the joining groove (168) will be described.

[0136] The outlet (112) is formed in a ring shape. A joining groove (168) is formed on the inside of the outlet (112).

[0137] Connection terminals (170, 172) are arranged in the connecting groove (168). The connection terminals (170, 172) are connected to corresponding terminals (222a, 222b) of the insertion pillar (212) described below.

[0138] The connecting terminals (170, 172) may include a power terminal that supplies power and a signal terminal that transmits a signal. The connecting terminals (170, 172) include a first connecting terminal (170) that supplies power and a second connecting terminal (172) that transmits a signal.

[0139] A fastening rib (176a, 176b) that fixes the arrangement of the insertion column (212) is arranged in the joining home (168).

[0140] On the inner circumferential surface of the upper coupling cover (174), fastening ribs (176a, 176b) that are coupled with the coupling cover (166) are arranged. On the inner circumferential surface of the upper coupling cover (174), two fastening ribs (176a, 176b) that are arranged in opposite directions are arranged.

[0141] Each of the two fastening ribs (176a, 176b) may be arranged facing each other and have the same size.

[0142] A fastening hole (178, see Fig. 3) is formed on the inner circumference of the upper coupling cover (174) into which a hook (236) disposed on the sheet device (200) is inserted. A pair of fastening holes (178) may be provided, which are disposed in opposite directions. Each of the pair of fastening holes (178) may be disposed on the upper side of each of the two fastening ribs (176a, 176b).

[0143] An upper groove (180) is formed on the inner circumferential surface of the upper coupling cover (174) to guide the hook (236) to the fastening hole (178). The upper groove (180) may be formed above the fastening hole (178). The fastening hole (178) is arranged to be spaced downward from the upper end of the upper coupling cover (174).

[0144] In the joining home (168), guide ribs (182a, 182b) are arranged to guide the insertion of the insertion pillar (212).

[0145] On the inner circumferential surface of the upper coupling cover (174), two guide ribs (182a, 182b) are arranged so that the seat device (200) is mounted at the same position. Each of the two guide ribs (182a, 182b) may be arranged in opposite directions. The two guide ribs (182a, 182b) may be formed in different sizes.

[0146] FIG. 5 is a side perspective view of a sheet device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to FIG. 5, the external configuration of the sheet device will be described.

[0147] The seat device (200) includes a seat portion (252). The seat portion (252) is a portion where a pet such as a cat can sit.

[0148] The sheet portion (252) may include a mounting plate (258, see FIG. 7 or FIG. 8) to be described below. The sheet portion (252) may include a sheet (254) arranged on the upper side of the mounting plate (258).

[0149] The seat device (200) includes a seat cover (266) arranged in a form that surrounds at least one side of the outer perimeter of the seat portion (252). The seat cover (266) may have a form that protrudes upward from the outer perimeter of the seat portion (252).

[0150] Accordingly, the flow of air into the seat portion (252) can be minimized. In addition, the transmission of noise due to the operation of the main body (100) into the seat portion (252) can be minimized.

[0151] The seat cover (266) may have a shape that wraps around the perimeter of the seat portion (252). The seat cover (266) may wrap around the perimeter of the seat portion (252) and have a shape with one side open.

[0152] The height at which the upper end of the seat cover (266) is spaced apart from the seat portion (252) may form different heights depending on the circumferential direction. The height at which the upper end of the seat cover (266) is spaced apart from the seat portion (252) may have a structure in which the height increases from one direction to the opposite direction.

[0153] The seat cover (266) may include an inner cover (276) arranged to face the area where the seat portion (252) is arranged. The seat cover (266) may include an outer cover (268) arranged to face the opposite direction to the inner cover (276).

[0154] In addition, a transition guide (231) is arranged at the bottom of the seat device (200), so that the airflow directed upward along the lower wall (230) and outer cover (268) can be minimized.

[0155] The sheet device (200) includes an insertion column (212) that is coupled to the main body (100). The insertion column (212) is positioned on the lower side of the sheet portion (252). The insertion column (212) has a columnar shape and can be inserted into a coupling groove (168) formed in the main body (100).

[0156] Fig. 6 is a bottom view of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to Fig. 6, the external configuration of the sheet device will be described.

[0157] The sheet device (200) includes an insertion column (212). The sheet device (200) includes a lower wall (230) extending radially from the outer periphery of the insertion column (212).

[0158] The lower wall (230) is positioned above the outlet of the main body (100). The lower wall (230) causes air flowing upward through the outlet (112) to flow in the radial direction. The length (230D) of the outer circumferential diameter of the lower wall (230) is formed to be longer than the length (112D, see FIG. 3) of the outer circumferential diameter of the outlet (112).

[0159] An insertion column (212) is placed at the center of the lower wall (230). The insertion column (212) has a structure extending downward from the center of the lower wall (230).

[0160] A button (234) for changing the arrangement of the hook (236) is arranged on the lower wall (230). A pair of buttons (234) may be provided, arranged in opposite directions with respect to the insertion column (212).

[0161] A plurality of switches (248a, 248b, 248c) for controlling the operation of the air purifier may be arranged on the lower wall (230). The plurality of switches (248a, 248b, 248c) may have different shapes.

[0162] The plurality of switches may include a first switch (248a) having a circular outwardly convex structure, a second switch (248b) having a circular inwardly concave structure, and the plurality of switches may also include a third switch (248c) having an oval structure.

[0163] The outer cover (268) has a structure that extends radially and upwardly from the outer circumference of the lower wall (230).

[0164] Additionally, a circular transition guide (231) may be placed on the outer periphery of the lower wall (230). The transition guide (231) may extend downward from the outer periphery of the lower wall (230).

[0165] The insertion column (212) includes a peripheral wall (214) inserted into the inside of the coupling cover (166) and a bottom wall (220) arranged at the lower end of the peripheral wall (214).

[0166] On the bottom wall (220), corresponding terminals (222a, 222b) corresponding to the connection terminals (170, 172) of the coupling cover (166) are arranged.

[0167] The corresponding terminals (222a, 222b) may include a terminal that receives power from the connection terminals (170, 172) and a terminal that receives a signal. Each of the two corresponding terminals (222a, 222b) is connected to each of the two connection terminals (170, 172).

[0168] The two corresponding terminals include a first corresponding terminal (222a) connected to a first connecting terminal (170) and a second corresponding terminal (222b) connected to a second connecting terminal (172). The first connecting terminal (170) is connected to the first corresponding terminal (222a), and the second connecting terminal (172) is connected to the second corresponding terminal (222b).

[0169] When the sheet device (200) is mounted on the main body (100), the corresponding terminals (222a, 222b) are connected to the connection terminals (170, 172).

[0170] A fastening rib groove (218) into which fastening ribs (176a, 176b) are inserted is formed in the perimeter wall (214). When the sheet device (200) is mounted on the main body (100), the fastening ribs (176a, 176b) can be inserted into the fastening rib groove (218).

[0171] Two fastening rib grooves (218) are formed in the peripheral wall (214). The two fastening rib grooves (218) can be arranged in opposite directions in the peripheral wall (214).

[0172] A guide groove (216) into which a guide rib (182a, 182b) is inserted is formed in the peripheral wall (214). When the sheet device (200) is mounted on the main body (100), the guide rib (182a, 182b) can be inserted along the guide groove (216).

[0173] Two guide grooves (216) having different sizes are formed in the peripheral wall (214). Each of the two guide grooves (216) is positioned in a size corresponding to and corresponding to two guide ribs (182a, 182b) having different sizes.

[0174] Accordingly, each of the first connecting terminal (170) and the second connecting terminal (172) is connected to the corresponding first corresponding terminal (222a) and the second corresponding terminal (222b), respectively.

[0175] A hook (236) may be placed on the perimeter wall (214). The hook (236) is inserted into the perimeter wall (214) by a button (234) or protrudes outward from the perimeter wall (214).

[0176] An edge groove (224) into which the upper portion of the upper coupling cover (174) is inserted may be formed at the upper end of the insertion column (212). The edge groove (224) may form a groove in the upward direction where the lower wall (230) is arranged at the upper end of the insertion column (212).

[0177] The lower wall (230) has a structure that extends upward and radially outward from the top of the insertion column (212).

[0178] The outer cover (268) may extend outward from the outer circumference of the lower wall (230). The outer cover (268) may be arranged to extend upward from the outer circumference of the lower wall (230).

[0179] Fig. 7 is an exploded perspective view of a sheet device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to Fig. 7, the configuration of the sheet device will be described.

[0180] The sheet device (200) includes a lower part (210) coupled to the main body (100) and an upper part (250) positioned above the lower part (210).

[0181] The lower part (210) is connected to the main body (100) and includes a lower body (211) that guides air discharged to the outlet (112) of the main body (100). The lower body (211) may include an insertion column (212) and a lower wall (230).

[0182] The lower part (210) may include a button (234). The lower part (210) may include a plurality of switches (248a, 248b, 248c).

[0183] The lower part (210) may include a printed circuit board (246) that transmits and receives electrical signals to control the operation of the air conditioner. The printed circuit board (246) may be fixedly arranged on the upper side of the lower body (211).

[0184] The lower part (210) may include a plurality of weight sensors (244) that detect weight. For example, the weight sensors (244) may be load cells. Each of the plurality of weight sensors (244) may detect the weight of a companion animal located on the upper side of the upper part (250).

[0185] A plurality of weight sensors (244) may be arranged on the upper side of the lower body (211). A plurality of weight sensors (244) may be arranged on the inner side of the lower body (211). A plurality of weight sensors (244) may be arranged spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction.

[0186] The lower part (210) may have a plurality of protrusions (242) protruding upward from the upper surface of the lower body (211). The plurality of protrusions (242) protrude upward from the upper surface of the lower wall (230).

[0187] A plurality of protrusions (242) are arranged spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction on the upper surface of the lower wall (230). Each of the plurality of protrusions (242) is connected to each of the plurality of bushings (290) to be described below. Each of the plurality of protrusions (242) is coupled to each of the plurality of bushings (290) to be described below.

[0188] The lower part (210) may include a fixing device (232) that connects the seat device (200) to the main body (100) or enables the seat device (200) to be separated from the main body (100).

[0189] The fastener (232) may include a button (234) and a hook (236).

[0190] The sheet device (200) may include an upper part (250) placed above the lower part (210).

[0191] The upper part (250) can be arranged to be movable in the vertical direction above the lower part (210). Some components of the upper part (250) can be arranged to come into contact with a plurality of weight sensors (244) of the lower part (210).

[0192] The upper part (250) may include a seat (254), a mounting plate (258), and a seat cover (266).

[0193] The sheet (254) is detachably placed on the mounting plate (258). The sheet (254) can be detached upward from the mounting plate (258).

[0194] The seat cover (266) may have a shape that wraps around the perimeter of the mounting plate (258).

[0195] The upper part (250) is placed on the lower side of the mounting plate (258) and may include a heater (264) that heats the mounting plate (258). The heater (264) may be placed in contact with the lower surface of the mounting plate (258).

[0196] The upper part (250) is fixedly arranged on the seat cover (266) and includes a middle plate (280) arranged to contact the upper surface of the weight sensor (244).

[0197] The middle plate (280) may have an annular shape. The middle plate (280) includes an annular plate body (282) and a plurality of pressurizing portions (284) spaced apart from the plate body (282) in the circumferential direction and protruding radially inward.

[0198] The plate body (282) may have an annular plate-shaped structure. A plurality of bushing holes (286) into which bushings (290) to be described below are inserted may be formed in the plate body (282). Each of the plurality of bushing holes (286) is arranged spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction of the plate body (282).

[0199] Each of the plurality of bushing holes (286) can be located in the plate body (282) in an area where the plurality of pressurizing parts (284) are arranged.

[0200] The pressurizing portion (284) and the bushing hole (286) may be positioned on the same line extending radially from the center of the middle plate (280).

[0201] Each of the plurality of pressurizing parts (284) is arranged on the upper side of each of the plurality of weight sensors (244) of the lower body (211). Each of the plurality of pressurizing parts (284) can be arranged to contact each of the plurality of weight sensors (244) of the lower body (211).

[0202] The middle plate (280) includes a connecting portion (288) that protrudes radially outward from the plate body (282). The connecting portion (288) can secure the middle plate (280) to the seat cover (266).

[0203] A plurality of connecting portions (288) spaced apart in the circumferential direction and protruding radially outward may be arranged on the outer periphery of the plate body (282).

[0204] Each of the plurality of connecting portions (288) may be arranged to extend radially outwardly of the plate body (282) in an area where the plurality of pressurizing portions (284) are located. A bushing hole (286) may be located between the connecting portions (288) and the pressurizing portions (284).

[0205] The connecting portion (288), the pressurizing portion (284), and the bushing hole (286) may be positioned on the same line extending from the center of the middle plate (280).

[0206] The connecting portion (288) is positioned to be fixed to the seat cover (266). The connecting portion (288) may be fixed to the seat cover (266) via a separate bolt. The connecting portion (288) may be bonded to the seat cover (266) via a separate adhesive member or bonded to the seat cover (266) via a fusion method.

[0207] The seat device (200) may include a plurality of bushings (290) that limit the movement of the upper part (250) placed on the upper side of the lower part (210).

[0208] Fig. 8 is a cross-sectional view of one side of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to Fig. 8, the configuration and arrangement of the sheet device will be described.

[0209] The seat cover (266) may include an outer cover (268), an inner cover (276), and a mounting plate (258).

[0210] The outer cover (268) may have a structure extending upward from the outer periphery of the lower wall (230). The outer cover (268) may have a shape that surrounds the periphery of the mounting plate (258).

[0211] The upper part of the outer cover (268) may be positioned so as to be spaced upward from the mounting plate (258). The height at which the upper part of the outer cover (268) is spaced from the mounting plate (258) may vary depending on the location.

[0212] The top of the outer cover (268) may have a minimum height at a first point (269a) and a maximum height at a second point (269b) located on the opposite side to the first point (269a).

[0213] The outer cover (268) can form a space (267) where a pet is positioned on the upper side of the mounting plate (258).

[0214] The outer cover (268) may have a structure in which the upper side of the space (267) is open. The outer cover (268) may have a structure in which the upper side of the space (267) and one side in the circumferential direction are open.

[0215] The outer cover (268) may include a first outer cover (268a) extending upwardly from the mounting plate (258) and a second outer cover (268b) extending downwardly from the first outer cover (268a).

[0216] The first outer cover (268a) and the second outer cover (268b) may be formed integrally. The first outer cover (268a) and the second outer cover (268b) may be formed in a separable structure. A portion of the first outer cover (268a) and the second outer cover (268b) may be formed integrally.

[0217] The outer cover (268) can form a convex surface radially outward. The outer peripheral surfaces of each of the first outer cover (268a) and the second outer cover (268b) can form the same surface.

[0218] The second outer cover (268b) extends upward from the top of the lower wall (230). The second outer cover (268b) extends radially outward and upward. The outer surface of the second outer cover (268b) may be formed as a convex curved surface.

[0219] The second outer cover (268b) may have the same height in each circumferential direction.

[0220] The first outer cover (268a) may have a structure extending upward from the second outer cover (268b).

[0221] The first outer cover (268a) can form a space (267) where a pet is positioned on the upper side of the mounting plate (258). The first outer cover (268a) can guide air flowing upward through the outlet (112) of the main body (100) to flow outside the space (267).

[0222] The first outer cover (268a) may have a structure in which the height varies depending on the circumference. The height at which the upper end of the first outer cover (268a) is spaced upward from the mounting plate (258) may have different heights depending on the circumference of the first outer cover (268a).

[0223] For example, the height is formed to be the smallest at the first point (269a) of the first outer cover (268a), and the height is formed to be the largest at the second point (269b) of the first outer cover (268b). The upper end of the first outer cover (268a) may have a structure that becomes higher as it goes from the first point (269a) to the second point (269b).

[0224] The outer cover (268) is provided with a mounting portion (270) that protrudes in the direction in which the mounting plate (258) is positioned so that the inner cover (276) is positioned. The mounting portion (270) can form a surface parallel to the mounting plate (258).

[0225] An inner cover (276) can be placed on the upper side of the mounting portion (270).

[0226] The inner cover (276) can be mounted on the inner surface of the outer cover (268). When the inner cover (276) is placed on one side of the outer cover (268), a gap (278) can be formed between the inner cover (276) and the outer cover (268).

[0227] The inner cover (276) may be positioned so as to face the inner surface of the outer cover (268). The inner cover (276) may be positioned so as to face the inner surface of the first outer cover (268a).

[0228] The inner cover (276) is positioned so as to be in contact with the outer cover (268) at each of the upper portion (276a) and the lower portion (276b). The height at which the inner cover (276) is formed in the vertical direction may vary along the circumference.

[0229] The height at which the inner cover (276) is formed in the vertical direction can be formed to correspond to the height of the facing first outer cover (268a).

[0230] The lower portion (276b) of the inner cover (276) can be positioned at the same position along the circumference. The upper portion (276a) of the inner cover (276) can be positioned at a different position along the circumference.

[0231] The mounting plate (258) forms a flat surface. A sheet (254) is placed on the upper side of the mounting plate (258). A center hole (260) that is opened downward is formed in the center of the mounting plate (258).

[0232] The sheet (254) may be formed of a material that cushions shock and is deformable in some shape. The sheet (254) may have a plurality of perforations formed therein to transfer heat to the mounting plate (258).

[0233] The sheet (254) includes a sensing projection (256) protruding downward from the lower surface. The sensing projection (256) can be inserted into a central hole (260) formed in the mounting plate (258).

[0234] The seat device (200) may include a confirmation sensor (262) that confirms when the seat (254) is mounted on the mounting plate (258). The confirmation sensor (262) is placed on the lower side of the mounting plate (258).

[0235] When the sheet (254) is placed on the upper side of the mounting plate (258), the detection protrusion (256) can come into contact with one side of the confirmation sensor (262). Therefore, the confirmation sensor (262) can check whether the sheet (254) is placed or not by whether it comes into contact with the detection protrusion (256).

[0236] A heater (264) may be placed on the lower side of the mounting plate (258). The heater (264) is placed in contact with the mounting plate (258).

[0237] The seat device (200) may include a fixing device (232) that maintains the seat device (200) in a state of being coupled to the main body (100) or releases the coupling.

[0238] The fixing device (232) includes a hook (236) that is movably positioned on the inside of the seat device (200) and a button (234) that changes the position of the hook (236).

[0239] The fixing device (232) is arranged inside the sheet device (200) and includes a hook guider (238) that guides the movement of the hook (236), and an elastic member (240) that is arranged between the hook guider (238) and the hook (236).

[0240] Fig. 9 is a cross-sectional view of the sheet device cut in a different direction from Fig. 8, and is a drawing for explaining the joint relationship between the upper part and the lower part. With reference to Fig. 9, the structure of the upper part and the lower part will be explained.

[0241] The upper part (250) can be maintained in position above the lower part (210) by a bushing (290). The upper part (250) is positioned so as to be able to move upward and downward above the lower part (210). The bushing (290) can limit the upward movement of the upper part (250).

[0242] In a state where the upper part (250) is placed on the upper side of the lower part (210), the bushing (290) can be mounted on the protrusion (242) formed on the lower part (210). When the bushing (290) is mounted on the protrusion (242), the middle plate (280) of the upper part (250) can be placed in contact with the weight sensor (244) of the lower part (210).

[0243] The middle plate (280) is fixedly placed on the inner side of the seat cover (266).

[0244] When the upper part (250) is placed on the upper side of the lower part (210), the pressurizing part (284) of the middle plate (280) can be placed in contact with the upper side of the weight sensor (244).

[0245] The upper part (250) is positioned above the lower part (210). The positioning of the upper part (250) can be maintained by the middle plate (280), the protrusion (242), and the bushing (290). The upper part (250) is positioned so as to be able to move up and down on the upper side of the lower part (210).

[0246] The middle plate (280) is positioned apart from the printed circuit board (246). Therefore, even when the upper part (250) moves up and down, the middle plate (280) does not come into contact with the printed circuit board (246).

[0247] The pressurizing portion (284) of the middle plate (280) is arranged to be in contact with the weight sensor (244). When a pet is placed on the upper side of the upper part (250), at least one of the plurality of pressurizing portions (284) can press the corresponding weight sensor (244). Accordingly, the weight of the pet placed on the upper side of the upper part (250) can be measured.

[0248] When force is applied to one side of the upper part (250), the upper part (250) in the area where the force is applied can move downward. At this time, the middle plate (280) arranged on one side also moves downward.

[0249] The air purifier (1) can perform air purification operation even when a pet is positioned on the seat device (200) by positioning the seat device (200) on the upper side of the main body (100).

[0250] Furthermore, by placing the resting area in a high space, the possibility of pets entering the resting area was increased. In particular, reflecting the characteristic of cats who like to climb to high places, a space for cats to rest was incorporated on the upper side of the air purifier (1).

[0251] The height of the seat device (200) is similar to that of a bed, providing a resting space at eye level with the cat owner. This has the effect of enhancing the happiness and comfort of the pet.

[0252] According to the present disclosure, there is an advantage in that a single product simultaneously provides a resting space for pets and air purification functions, thereby eliminating the need for additional products.

[0253] In addition, reflecting the characteristics of cats that like to wrap themselves around the body and prefer warm spaces, the air purifier (1) provides a heating function using a heater (264).

[0254] Additionally, functions such as measuring a cat's weight and usage time are applied to the space, allowing the cat's daily life patterns to be naturally measured, and cat owners can utilize this information to manage their cat's health. The measured data can be checked and managed through the application.

[0255] The air purifier (1) features various functions, such as pet weight measurement, heating function, and usage time measurement, and can analyze the pet's condition and lifestyle patterns. Users can run the application on their mobile devices to check real-time weight measurement results, weight measurement history, and other information, and control the heating temperature.

[0256] FIGS. 10 to 13 are drawings for reference in the description of the switching guide and airflow of the sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0257] FIGS. 12 and 13 are enlarged cross-sectional views of a transition guide of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 12 illustrates an airflow that may occur when a transition guide is present, and FIG. 13 illustrates an airflow that may occur when a transition guide is not present.

[0258] Referring to FIGS. 10 to 13, clean air is discharged through the outlet (112) at the top of the main body (100). When air purification operation begins, the fan (140) inside the main body (100) rotates. Air drawn in through the inlet (106) is purified as it passes through the filter (101). The purified clean air passing through the filter (101) is discharged through the outlet (112) at the top.

[0259] A seat device (200) is positioned on the upper side of the outlet (112). A seat cover (266) may be positioned on the upper side of the lower wall (230). The outer surface of the seat cover (266) may be positioned to be inclined upward relative to the outer surface of the lower wall (230).

[0260] The seat cover (266) is arranged in a manner that surrounds at least one side of the outer circumference of the seat portion (252), thereby reducing air from flowing directly into the inside of the seat cover (266).

[0261] However, depending on the wind speed and environmental conditions, air flowing upward along the seat cover (266) may flow into the space (267) where the pet rests.

[0262] Clean air directed toward pets can disrupt their rest. Furthermore, depending on the type and temperament of your pet, airflow can be extremely stressful for them.

[0263] In order to further reduce the airflow that may be formed in the pet's resting space (267), a transition guide (231) is placed at the bottom of the seat device (200). By placing the transition guide (231) at the bottom of the seat device (200), airflow caused by the movement of the main body (100) toward the resting space (267) can be minimized.

[0264] The transition guide (231) may be placed on the lower surface of the lower body (211). The lower wall (230) of the lower body (211) is placed on the upper side of the outlet (112). The transition guide (231) may be placed on the lower wall (230).

[0265] The transition guide (231) can be arranged in a ring shape on the outer periphery of the lower wall (230).

[0266] The transition guide (231) may protrude obliquely from the outer circumference of the lower wall (230). The transition guide (231) may extend downward from the outer circumference of the lower wall (230). In addition, the transition guide (231) may extend radially from the outer circumference of the lower wall (230).

[0267] The diameter of the outer circumference of the lower wall (230) may be formed to be larger than the diameter of the outlet (112). The diameter of the transition guide (231) arranged in a ring shape on the outer circumference of the lower wall (230) may also be larger than the diameter of the outlet (112).

[0268] The transition guide (231) may be manufactured integrally with the lower wall (230) during the manufacturing process of the lower wall (230). Alternatively, the transition guide (231) may be manufactured independently so that it can be detachably attached to the lower wall (230).

[0269] The transition guide (231) can prevent airflow from forming toward the upper part of the sheet device (200) by creating a structure that can cause the Coanda effect.

[0270] The transition guide (231) may include a curved surface. The lower surface of the transition guide (231) may be formed as a curved surface.

[0271] Meanwhile, the shape of the switching guide (231) may vary within the limits of performing the function of switching the direction of the airflow.

[0272] By providing a space (267) that does not receive direct airflow to the upper side of the main body (100), the pet can feel stable and minimize stress.

[0273] Meanwhile, a weight sensor (244) may be placed in the lower part (210). The air purifier (1) can determine whether a pet is in the resting area (267) based on the sensing data of the weight sensor (244).

[0274] The weight sensor (244) may be placed on the inside of the lower body (211). Depending on the configuration and sensing method of the weight sensor (244), a gap may exist between the lower wall (230) and the mounting portion (270). The transition guide (231) may be placed on the outer periphery of the lower wall (230).

[0275] Since the transition guide (231) changes the direction of the airflow ahead of the mounting portion (270) in the airflow direction, it can prevent hair or foreign substances from entering the gap between the lower wall (230) and the mounting portion (270).

[0276] Meanwhile, the switching guide (231) can change the direction of the clean air moving upward to the side and downward. The upward movement of the clean air can help the clean air reach long distances.

[0277] Therefore, in order to improve air purification performance, it is more desirable to be able to form airflow according to the situation.

[0278] FIG. 14 is a cross-sectional view of one side of a sheet device according to another embodiment of the present disclosure, and FIGS. 15 and 16 are drawings referenced in the description of the operation of the sheet device of FIG. 14.

[0279] Referring to FIGS. 14 to 16, the sheet device (200) may include a transition guide (231a) disposed at the bottom. The transition guide (231a) may be disposed at the bottom of the lower body (211). The transition guide (231a) may have a ring-shaped structure extending downward from the lower body (211). The transition guide (231a) may be disposed on the lower surface of the lower wall (230).

[0280] The transition guide (231a) can be placed between the lower wall (230) and the mounting portion (270).

[0281] The transition guide (231a) may be arranged on the outer circumference (231) of the lower wall (230). Since the lower wall (230) has a structure extending upward and radially outward from the top of the insertion column (212), the outer circumference (231) may be formed on the upper end of the lower wall (230). The transition guide (231a) may be arranged on the outside of the outer circumference (231) of the lower wall (230). The transition guide (231a) may be arranged on the inside of the lower end (271) of the mounting portion (270).

[0282] The sheet device (200) may include a motor (1500) that moves the transition guide (231a) up and down. For example, the motor (1500) may be a step motor that is easy to control. The motor (1500) may include a motor body (1500a) that provides driving force and a gear (1500b) that rotates according to the driving of the motor body (1500a). The gear (1500b) may be coupled to the transition guide (231a).

[0283] The air purifier (1) can form an airflow according to the situation by driving a motor (1500) to move a switching guide (231a) up and down. The air purifier (1) checks the presence or absence of a pet through a weight sensor (244), and controls the switching guide (231a) with a motor (1500) accordingly to control the airflow.

[0284] The air purifier (1) can automatically control the airflow based on whether or not there is a pet in the seat section (252) by checking with a weight sensor (244).

[0285] The transition guide (231a) may include a base (231a2) coupled with a gear (1500b) and a protrusion (231a1) extending from the base (231a2). The protrusion (231a1) may protrude obliquely from the lower surface of the base (231a2). The protrusion (231a1) may extend downward from the lower surface of the base (231a2).

[0286] The height (H1) of the lower end (271) of the mounting portion (270) may be higher than the height (H2) of the outer circumference (231) of the lower wall (230). Alternatively, the height (H1) of the lower end (271) of the mounting portion (270) and the height (H2) of the outer circumference (231) of the lower wall (230) may be configured to be the same.

[0287] Referring to Fig. 15, the transition guide (231a) can be positioned so that, in the default state, the height of the protrusion (231a1) is higher than the height (H1) of the lower portion (271) and the height (H2) of the outer circumference (231).

[0288] If it is determined that the cat is not on the seat device (200), the transition guide (231a) can be positioned inside the seat device (200) in a default state.

[0289] In the default state, the transition guide (231a) is placed on the upper side, i.e., inside the sheet device (200), so that the airflow discharged from the main body (100) can be better spread to a long distance.

[0290] Referring to Fig. 15, the height of the protrusion (231a1) can be positioned higher than the height (H1) of the lower portion (271) and the height (H2) of the outer circumference (231).

[0291] In the default state, the transition guide (231a) does not protrude outside the seat device (200). Therefore, even when airflow is formed along the outer side of the lower wall (230) and the mounting portion (270), the transition guide (231a) does not obstruct the airflow.

[0292] Since the transition guide (231a) is inserted into the seat device (200), the transition guide (231a) does not block the air flow, so the discharge air flow of the air purifier (1) is better diffused and the air purification performance is improved.

[0293] Referring to Fig. 16, the transition guide (231a) can be positioned so that, in the protruding state, at least the height of the protrusion (231a1) is lower than the height (H1) of the lower part (271) and the height (H2) of the outer circumference (231).

[0294] Additionally, the transition guide (231a) may be positioned, in a protruding state, such that the height of the base (231a2) is lower than the height (H1) of the lower portion (271) and the height (H2) of the outer circumference (231). Alternatively, the transition guide (231a) may be positioned, in a protruding state, such that the height of the base (231a2) is the same as the height (H1) of the lower portion (271).

[0295] When a pet climbs onto the seat (252), the transition guide (231a) can be extended downward from the seat device (200) to prevent the exhaust airflow from being directed toward the pet.

[0296] In the protruding state, at least the protrusion (231a1) protrudes in the downward direction of the seat device (200), thereby changing the airflow direction formed along the outer side of the lower wall (230) and the mounting portion (270) into a downward airflow.

[0297] When a pet in the seat portion (252) is detected by the weight sensor (244), the motor (1500) can move the transition guide (231a) downward. As the transition guide (231a) moves downward and protrudes outward from the seat device (200), the discharged airflow is switched downward. Accordingly, the airflow is prevented from being directed toward the pet in the seat portion (252), and the pet can rest comfortably.

[0298] Additionally, if the weight sensor (244) does not detect a pet in the seat portion (252), the motor (1500) can move the transition guide (231a) upward to return it to its original position (default state). Accordingly, the transition guide (231a) does not obstruct air flow, thereby allowing clean air to travel further and improving air purification performance.

[0299] Meanwhile, users can control airflow by running an application on their mobile devices. For example, if the indoor temperature is high or the cat prefers cool air, the user can control the airflow toward the cat via the mobile device.

[0300] Although the preferred embodiments of the present disclosure have been illustrated and described above, the present disclosure is not limited to the specific embodiments described above, and it goes without saying that various modifications can be made by a person having ordinary skill in the art to which the present disclosure pertains without departing from the gist of the present disclosure as claimed in the claims.

Claims

1. A body having an inlet formed on the circumference and an outlet formed above the inlet; and A sheet device that is fixedly arranged on the main body or separated from the main body; The above sheet device, A lower body coupled to the above main body, and An air purifier including a diverter guide arranged on the lower surface of the lower body and guiding air discharged upward through the outlet laterally.

2. In paragraph 1, The outlet formed on the upper surface of the main body has a circular structure, An air purifier in which a lower-facing joining groove is formed on the upper surface of the main body so that the seat device is joined to the center of the outlet.

3. In paragraph 2, The above lower body, It includes an insertion column inserted into the above-mentioned joining groove, and a lower wall extending radially from the upper end of the insertion column, The above lower wall is an air purifier placed on the upper side of the above outlet.

4. In paragraph 3, The above conversion guide is, An air purifier arranged in a circular shape on the outer periphery of the above lower wall.

5. In paragraph 3, The above conversion guide is, An air purifier protruding obliquely from the outer periphery of the above lower wall.

6. In paragraph 3, An air purifier in which the outer diameter of the lower wall is formed to be larger than the diameter of the outlet.

7. In paragraph 3, Further comprising a seat cover disposed on the upper side of the lower wall; An air purifier in which the outer surface of the above seat cover is arranged to be inclined upwards compared to the outer surface of the above lower wall.

8. In paragraph 1, The above conversion guide is, An air purifier extending downward from the outer periphery of the above lower body.

9. In paragraph 1, The above sheet device, An air purifier further comprising a motor for moving the above-mentioned conversion guide in an up-and-down direction.

10. In paragraph 9, The above sheet device further includes a weight sensor, When a pet is detected by the above weight sensor, An air purifier in which the above motor moves the above switching guide downward.

11. A body having an inlet formed on the circumference and an outlet formed above the inlet; and A sheet device that is fixedly arranged on the main body or separated from the main body; The above sheet device, Sheet, A lower body positioned on the lower side of the above sheet portion and connected to the main body, A transition guide arranged at the lower part of the above lower body, and An air purifier including a motor that moves the above-mentioned conversion guide in an up-and-down direction.

12. In paragraph 11, The above sheet device further includes a weight sensor, When a pet is detected in the seat section by the above weight sensor, An air purifier in which the above motor moves the above switching guide downward.

13. In paragraph 11, The above conversion guide is An air purifier having a circular structure extending downward from the lower body.

14. A body having an inlet formed on the circumference and an outlet formed above the inlet; and A sheet device that is fixedly arranged on the main body or separated from the main body; The above sheet device, A lower wall positioned above the outlet and radially guiding air flowing upward from the outlet; A transition guide placed on the outer periphery of the above lower wall, and An air purifier including a sheet portion arranged on the upper side of the lower wall.

15. In paragraph 14, The above-mentioned switching guide is an air purifier that extends downward from the outer periphery of the lower wall.

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