Air purifier

Abstract

An air purifier, according to one embodiment of the present disclosure, comprises: a main body having an inlet formed on a circumferential surface thereof and an outlet formed above the inlet; a seat device fixedly disposed on the main body or separable from the main body; a base supporter coupled to a lower surface of the main body; and an auxiliary panel coupled to one side of the base supporter, wherein the base supporter includes a base connector, and is electrically connected to another device via the base connector.

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, there is a risk that the pets will climb up to the upper area of ​​the air purifier and cause the air purifier to tip over.

[0007] Additionally, if a pet is located above where the outlet is formed, it may obstruct the flow of clean air emitted by the air purifier.

[0008] Additionally, there is a problem that pets may become stressed due to vibrations or noise caused by the operation of the air purifier.

[0009] Previous literature failed to prevent air purifiers from tipping over due to pet movements. Furthermore, these studies did not provide adequate resting spaces or services for pets.

[0010] 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.

[0011] The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide an air purifier that can prevent a pet from tipping over when moving around the air purifier.

[0012] The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide an air purifier that allows a pet to easily get on or off a resting area.

[0013] The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide an air purifier that can utilize various accessory modules.

[0014] The purpose of the present disclosure is to provide an air purifier capable of effectively supplying power to an accessory module.

[0015] An object of the present disclosure is to provide an air purifier capable of supplying power to multiple devices using a single electrical cord.

[0016] 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.

[0017] An air purifier according to an 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 on the upper side of the main body, thereby forming a space where a pet can rest without interfering with the function of the air purifier.

[0018] An air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure can prevent the main body from overturning by including a base supporter coupled to a lower surface of the main body and an auxiliary panel coupled to one side of the base supporter.

[0019] An air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure has an auxiliary groove formed downward on the upper surface of an auxiliary panel, and an accessory module can be mounted in or detached from the auxiliary groove, so that various accessory modules can be conveniently used.

[0020] An air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure can effectively supply power to each device by connecting the connectors of the base supporter and the auxiliary panel, such that the base supporter and the auxiliary panel are connected.

[0021] An air purifier according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is such that a joining rib of an auxiliary panel is joined to a groove formed at the bottom of a base supporter, so that the auxiliary panel can support the base supporter.

[0022] 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, a sheet device fixedly disposed on the main body or separated from the main body, a base supporter coupled to a lower surface of the main body, and an auxiliary panel coupled to one side of the base supporter.

[0023] The above base supporter includes a base connector and is electrically connected to another device through the base connector.

[0024] The above auxiliary panel includes an auxiliary connector.

[0025] When the above base connector and the above auxiliary connector are connected, the base supporter and the above auxiliary panel are electrically connected.

[0026] The above auxiliary panel further includes a pair of coupling ribs spaced apart in different directions with respect to the above auxiliary connector.

[0027] The above pair of connecting ribs protrude in a direction toward the base supporter.

[0028] The above base supporter has a pair of grooves formed on the lower surface that are combined with the pair of connecting ribs.

[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, a sheet device fixedly disposed on the main body or separated from the main body, a base supporter coupled to a lower surface of the main body, and an auxiliary panel coupled to one side of the base supporter, wherein the auxiliary panel includes a pair of coupling ribs protruding in a direction toward the base supporter and spaced apart from each other, and a pair of grooves coupled to the pair of coupling ribs are formed at a lower portion of the base supporter.

[0030] The above pair of connecting ribs includes an extension portion protruding from the auxiliary panel in a direction toward the base supporter, and a projection portion protruding upward from an end of the extension portion.

[0031] The above pair of grooves has one side opened to allow the extension to pass through.

[0032] The above base supporter has a mounting groove formed on the lower surface so that a part of the main body can be inserted.

[0033] The above base supporter includes a connector protruding upward from the upper surface so as to be inserted into the lower surface of the main body.

[0034] The above connector and the above base connector include a pogo pin.

[0035] The above base supporter includes a plurality of fastening devices arranged on the inner surface forming the mounting groove, and the plurality of fastening devices are arranged spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction.

[0036] The above base supporter further includes a power socket connected to an external power source via an electric cord.

[0037] The above base supporter is a circular plate shape having a larger diameter than the main body.

[0038] The above auxiliary panel includes a corresponding surface formed with a structure corresponding to the circumference of the base supporter, and the corresponding surface is arranged to be in contact with the circumference of the base supporter.

[0039] 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.

[0040] In addition, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, a base supporter for preventing tipping over can be combined with the air purifier, thereby minimizing shaking and preventing tipping over when a pet moves around the air purifier.

[0041] Additionally, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the stepping member is effectively arranged so that the pet can easily get on or off the resting space.

[0042] In addition, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, the accessory module can be conveniently mounted or detached, and various services for companion animals can be provided using various accessory modules.

[0043] Additionally, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, power can be effectively supplied to an accessory module.

[0044] Additionally, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, by electrically connecting the air purifier body and other devices, power can be supplied to multiple devices using a single electrical cord.

[0045] In addition, according to at least one of the embodiments of the present disclosure, it is possible to have various functions such as measuring the weight of the pet, heating function, measuring usage time, and analyzing the condition and lifestyle pattern of the pet.

[0046] 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.

[0047] FIG. 1 is a perspective view of an air purifier according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0048] Figure 2 is an exploded side view of a sheet device and a main body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0049] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of one side of a main body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0050] Figure 4 is a plan view of a main body according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0051] FIG. 5 is a side perspective view of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0052] FIG. 6 is a bottom view of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0053] Figure 7 is an exploded perspective view of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0054] FIG. 8 is a cross-sectional view of one side of a sheet device according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0055] 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.

[0056] FIG. 10 is a perspective view of an air purifier equipped with a base supporter and an auxiliary panel according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0057] FIG. 11 is a perspective view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel combined according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0058] Fig. 12 is a front view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel combined according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0059] FIG. 13 is a side view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel combined according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0060] Fig. 14 is a bottom view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel combined according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0061] FIG. 15 is a perspective view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel separated according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0062] FIG. 16 is a perspective view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel separated according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0063] FIG. 17 is an enlarged view of a joint between a base supporter and an auxiliary panel according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0064] FIGS. 18 to 20 are drawings for reference in the description of power connection of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0065] FIGS. 21 to 23 are drawings for reference in the description of mounting a step member of an auxiliary panel according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0066] FIGS. 24A to 24F are drawings for reference in the description of accessories mounted on an auxiliary panel according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0067] FIGS. 25 to 28 are drawings for reference in the description of accessory mounting using a connection kit according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0068] 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.

[0069] 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.

[0070] 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.

[0071] Hereinafter, the present disclosure will be described with reference to drawings for explaining an air purifier according to embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0072] 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.

[0073] 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.

[0074] 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).

[0075] 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.

[0076] 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.

[0077] The case (102) has a structure in which the diameter decreases as it goes upward.

[0078] 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.

[0079] 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).

[0080] 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).

[0081] 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.

[0082] 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.

[0083] 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).

[0084] The seat device (200) forms a space (267) on the inside and includes a seat cover (266) that forms the outer shape.

[0085] 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.

[0086] 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).

[0087] 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).

[0088] The thickness of the seat cover (266) can be formed to be thicker than the thickness of the seat portion (252).

[0089] The sheet device (200) includes an insertion column (212) that is inserted into a joining groove (168) of the main body (100).

[0090] 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).

[0091] 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).

[0092] 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).

[0093] 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).

[0094] 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).

[0095] Below, the external appearance of the main body (100) is described with reference to FIG. 2.

[0096] The case (102) includes an inlet cover (104) forming an inlet (106).

[0097] 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.

[0098] The inlet cover (104) may include a plurality of inlet grills (108) extending vertically and spaced apart in the circumferential direction.

[0099] The case (102) includes an outlet cover (110) forming an outlet (112).

[0100] 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).

[0101] 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).

[0102] 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.

[0103] 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).

[0104] 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).

[0105] 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).

[0106] 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).

[0107] 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.

[0108] 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.

[0109] 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.

[0110] 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.

[0111] 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).

[0112] 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).

[0113] 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).

[0114] When a filter (not shown) is not placed on the upper side of the filter mounting plate (124), the filter mounting plate (124) can be protruded upward by an elastic member. When a filter is placed on the upper side, the filter mounting plate (124) moves downward.

[0115] The filter mounting plate (124) can detect whether a filter is mounted by changing the arrangement in the vertical direction.

[0116] 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.

[0117] The filter mounting plate (124) can detect whether the filter (101) is mounted as the arrangement changes in the vertical direction.

[0118] 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).

[0119] The main body (100) includes a filter supporter (126) connecting the inner suction panel (128) described below and the lower housing (122).

[0120] 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).

[0121] 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).

[0122] 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).

[0123] 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.

[0124] Accordingly, the filter (101) can be fixedly placed between the inner suction panel (128) and the lower housing (122).

[0125] 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.

[0126] 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.

[0127] 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).

[0128] 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.

[0129] 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.

[0130] The main body (100) includes a fan (140) rotatably positioned inside the case (102) and a fan motor (148) that rotates the fan (140).

[0131] 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).

[0132] 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.

[0133] 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.

[0134] 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).

[0135] 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).

[0136] The fan housing (154) forms a path that guides air flowing by the fan (140) upward.

[0137] 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.

[0138] 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).

[0139] 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.

[0140] 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.

[0141] 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.

[0142] 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).

[0143] 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.

[0144] 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.

[0145] The main body (100) includes a main cover (116) placed on the upper side of the inlet cover (104).

[0146] 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).

[0147] 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).

[0148] 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.

[0149] 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.

[0150] The main cover (116), upper combination cover (174), and outlet cover (110) can also be formed as a single structure.

[0151] 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).

[0152] 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).

[0153] 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).

[0154] 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).

[0155] 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.

[0156] The outlet (112) is formed in a ring shape. A joining groove (168) is formed on the inside of the outlet (112).

[0157] 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.

[0158] 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.

[0159] A fastening rib (176a, 176b) that fixes the arrangement of the insertion column (212) is arranged in the joining home (168).

[0160] 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.

[0161] Each of the two fastening ribs (176a, 176b) may be arranged facing each other and have the same size.

[0162] 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).

[0163] 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).

[0164] In the joining home (168), guide ribs (182a, 182b) are arranged to guide the insertion of the insertion pillar (212).

[0165] 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.

[0166] 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.

[0167] 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.

[0168] 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).

[0169] 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).

[0170] 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.

[0171] 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.

[0172] 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.

[0173] 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).

[0174] 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).

[0175] 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.

[0176] 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).

[0177] 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).

[0178] 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).

[0179] 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).

[0180] 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.

[0181] 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.

[0182] The outer cover (268) has a structure that extends radially and upwardly from the outer circumference of the lower wall (230).

[0183] 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).

[0184] On the bottom wall (220), corresponding terminals (222a, 222b) corresponding to the connection terminals (170, 172) of the coupling cover (166) are arranged.

[0185] 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).

[0186] 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).

[0187] 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).

[0188] 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).

[0189] 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).

[0190] 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).

[0191] 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.

[0192] 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.

[0193] 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).

[0194] 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).

[0195] The lower wall (230) has a structure that extends upward and radially outward from the top of the insertion column (212).

[0196] 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).

[0197] 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.

[0198] 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).

[0199] 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).

[0200] The lower part (210) may include a button (234). The lower part (210) may include a plurality of switches (248a, 248b, 248c).

[0201] 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).

[0202] 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).

[0203] 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.

[0204] 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).

[0205] 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.

[0206] 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).

[0207] The fastener (232) may include a button (234) and a hook (236).

[0208] The sheet device (200) may include an upper part (250) placed above the lower part (210).

[0209] 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).

[0210] The upper part (250) may include a seat (254), a mounting plate (258), and a seat cover (266).

[0211] The sheet (254) is detachably placed on the mounting plate (258). The sheet (254) can be detached upward from the mounting plate (258).

[0212] The seat cover (266) may have a shape that wraps around the perimeter of the mounting plate (258).

[0213] 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).

[0214] 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).

[0215] 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.

[0216] 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).

[0217] 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.

[0218] 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).

[0219] 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).

[0220] 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).

[0221] 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).

[0222] 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).

[0223] 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).

[0224] 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.

[0225] 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).

[0226] 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.

[0227] The seat cover (266) may include an outer cover (268), an inner cover (276), and a mounting plate (258).

[0228] 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).

[0229] 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.

[0230] 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).

[0231] The outer cover (268) can form a space (267) where a pet is positioned on the upper side of the mounting plate (258).

[0232] 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.

[0233] 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).

[0234] 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.

[0235] 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.

[0236] 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.

[0237] The second outer cover (268b) may have the same height in each circumferential direction.

[0238] The first outer cover (268a) may have a structure extending upward from the second outer cover (268b).

[0239] 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).

[0240] 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).

[0241] 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).

[0242] 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).

[0243] An inner cover (276) can be placed on the upper side of the mounting portion (270).

[0244] 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).

[0245] 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).

[0246] 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.

[0247] 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).

[0248] 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.

[0249] 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).

[0250] 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).

[0251] 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).

[0252] 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).

[0253] 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).

[0254] 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).

[0255] 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.

[0256] 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).

[0257] 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).

[0258] 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.

[0259] 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).

[0260] 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).

[0261] The middle plate (280) is fixedly placed on the inner side of the seat cover (266).

[0262] 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).

[0263] 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).

[0264] 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).

[0265] 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.

[0266] 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.

[0267] 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).

[0268] Furthermore, by placing the resting area in a high space, we increased the possibility of pets entering the resting area. In particular, reflecting the characteristic of cats who like to climb to high places, we incorporated a space for cats to rest on top of the air purifier (1).

[0269] 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.

[0270] 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.

[0271] 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).

[0272] 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.

[0273] 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.

[0274] FIG. 10 is a perspective view of an air purifier equipped with a base supporter and an auxiliary panel according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Referring to FIG. 10, an air purifier including a base supporter and an auxiliary panel will be described.

[0275] The air purifier further includes a base supporter (300) coupled to the base (118). The base supporter (300) is coupled to the lower surface of the main body (100). The base supporter (300) is coupled to the base (118) to prevent the air purifier from tipping over.

[0276] The base supporter (300) is placed on the lower side of the base (118) and may have a larger diameter than the base (118). The base (118) may be placed so as to be fixed on the upper side of the base supporter (300).

[0277] The air purifier includes an auxiliary panel (310) coupled to a base supporter (300). The auxiliary panel (310) is coupled to one side of the base supporter (300). The auxiliary panel (310) has a structure extending in one direction from the base supporter (300).

[0278] The air purifier may include a stepping member (320) arranged on one side of the auxiliary panel (310). The stepping member (320) may be mounted on one side of the auxiliary panel (310). The stepping member (320) may also be formed integrally with the auxiliary panel (310).

[0279] The stepping member (320) is placed apart from the main body (100).

[0280] The step member (320) includes a step plate (322) that is spaced upward from the auxiliary panel (310), and a step plate pillar (324) that connects the auxiliary panel (310) and the step plate (322). The step member (320) may further include a bottom plate (326). The bottom plate (326) may be positioned at the bottom of the step plate (322). The bottom plate (326) may be coupled to the auxiliary panel (310). The bottom plate (326) may also be formed integrally with the step plate pillar (324).

[0281] The base supporter (300) can prevent the main body (100) from shaking or falling over. The base supporter (300) is coupled to the main body (100) and can prevent the main body (100) from falling over when a cat jumps up or down.

[0282] In addition, the base supporter (300) is combined with an auxiliary panel (310), and accessories such as a stepping member (320) can be combined with the auxiliary panel (310). Even cats with short legs or old cats with poor joints can easily climb onto the stepping member (320). In addition, the cat can easily climb onto a higher seat device (200) via the stepping member (320).

[0283] Fig. 11 is a perspective view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel combined according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. 12 is a front view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel combined according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. 13 is a side view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel combined according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. 14 is a bottom view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel combined according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0284] Figures 11 to 14 illustrate an embodiment in which a base supporter and an auxiliary panel are combined, and a stepping member (320) is placed as an accessory module on the auxiliary panel.

[0285] Referring to FIGS. 11 to 14, the base supporter and auxiliary panel are described.

[0286] The base supporter (300) may be formed in a circular plate shape. A mounting groove (302) is formed on the upper surface of the base supporter (300) with a downward recess so that a portion of the main body (100) may be inserted. The base (118) of the main body (100) may be placed in the mounting groove (302).

[0287] The upper surface of the base supporter (300) includes a connector (304) that protrudes upward to be inserted into the lower surface of the main body (100). The connector (304) can be positioned to protrude upward from the center of the mounting groove (302).

[0288] The base supporter (300) is provided with a fastening device (306) that secures the main body (100) mounted in the mounting groove (302). The fastening device (306) is provided on the inner surface of the base supporter (300) forming the mounting groove (302).

[0289] The base supporter (300) has a plurality of fastening devices (306) spaced apart in the circumferential direction arranged on the inner surface forming the mounting groove (302). When the base (118) of the main body (100) is mounted in the mounting groove (302), the plurality of fastening devices (306) can secure the base (118).

[0290] The auxiliary panel (310) is placed on one side of the base supporter (300). The auxiliary panel (310) is coupled to the base supporter (300). The auxiliary panel (310) extends in one direction from the base supporter (300).

[0291] A stepping member (320) is arranged on the upper surface of the auxiliary panel (310).

[0292] The stepping member (320) is one of the accessory modules that can be connected to the auxiliary panel (310), and the user can replace the stepping member (320) with another accessory module (see 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450 of FIGS. 24a to 24f) having a desired function.

[0293] At least one of a plurality of accessory modules (320, 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450) can be connected to the auxiliary panel (310).

[0294] The auxiliary panel (310) includes an auxiliary connector (312) for electrical connection.

[0295] In addition, the auxiliary connector (312) is electrically connected to the auxiliary power supply unit (311). The auxiliary power supply unit (311) protrudes upward and is electrically connected to the accessory modules (320, 2440, 2450) that require power supply. Accordingly, power can be supplied to the auxiliary panel (310) in the following order: the auxiliary connector (312), the auxiliary power supply unit (311), and the accessory modules (320, 2440, 2450).

[0296] The auxiliary panel (310) includes a pair of connecting ribs (314) spaced apart in different directions with respect to the auxiliary connector (312). Each of the pair of connecting ribs (314) may protrude in a direction toward the base supporter (300).

[0297] The base supporter (300) includes a power socket (301) that is connected to an external power source via an electric cord. When the electric cord is connected to the power socket (301), power from the external power source can be supplied to the base supporter (300) via the electric cord.

[0298] Meanwhile, the main body (100) can be used alone without connecting the base supporter (300), and can also be connected to an external power source directly from the main body (100) via an electric cord.

[0299] The height (h1) of the base supporter (300) may be higher than the height (h2) of the auxiliary panel (310). The base supporter (300) supports the main body (100) which is larger than the stepping member (200). If the height (h1) of the base supporter (300) is formed higher, the mounting groove (302) can be formed deeper, and the main body (100) can be supported more stably.

[0300] When the auxiliary panel (310) is combined with the base supporter (300), the auxiliary panel (310) supports the base supporter (300) from the side, and the ground contact area of ​​the auxiliary panel (310) and the base supporter (300) is expanded, thereby further reducing the possibility of overturning.

[0301] Fig. 15 is a perspective view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel separated according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. 16 is a perspective view of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel separated according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Fig. 17 is an enlarged view of a joint portion of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0302] Referring to FIGS. 15 to 17, the coupling relationship between the base supporter (300) and the auxiliary panel (310) is described.

[0303] The connector (304) of the base supporter (300) may be electrically connected to the main body (100). Therefore, when the main body (100) is mounted in the mounting groove (302), the connector (304) of the base supporter (300) may be electrically connected to the main body (100).

[0304] The auxiliary panel (310) includes a corresponding surface (316) formed with a structure corresponding to the circumference of the base supporter (300). The corresponding surface (316) can be arranged to contact the circumference of the base supporter (300) in the shape of a disc.

[0305] The auxiliary panel (310) includes an auxiliary connector (312) that is electrically connected to the base supporter (300). The auxiliary connector (312) can electrically connect the base supporter (300), which is electrically connected to the main body (100), to the auxiliary panel (310).

[0306] The auxiliary connector (312) can be placed on the corresponding surface (316).

[0307] A base connector (see 305 in Fig. 18) electrically connected to an auxiliary connector (312) may be arranged on the base supporter (300). When the base supporter (300) and the auxiliary panel (310) are combined, the auxiliary connector (312) and the base connector (305) may be electrically connected.

[0308] The auxiliary panel (310) includes a joining rib (314) that guides the joining of the auxiliary panel (310) and the base supporter (300). The joining rib (314) protrudes from the corresponding surface (316).

[0309] A pair of coupling ribs (314) spaced apart in different directions based on the auxiliary connector (312) are arranged on the corresponding surface (316). Each of the pair of coupling ribs (314) protrudes in a direction parallel to each other.

[0310] A pair of joining ribs (314) can guide the joining of the auxiliary panel (310) and the base supporter (300). A pair of joining ribs (314) allows the base supporter (300) and the auxiliary panel (310) to be joined in the same direction.

[0311] The base supporter (300) is formed with a pair of grooves (303) that are coupled with a pair of connecting ribs (314) on the lower surface. The pair of grooves (303) can be spaced apart in different directions with respect to the base connector (305).

[0312] The joining rib (314) of the auxiliary panel (310) is joined to the groove (303) formed at the bottom of the base supporter (300), so that the auxiliary panel (310) can support the base supporter (300) from the side.

[0313] According to an embodiment, the base supporter (300) may include a lower cover and an upper cover coupled to the upper side of the lower cover. A groove (303) for coupling with a coupling rib (314) may be formed in the lower cover, and a mounting groove (302) may be formed in the upper cover.

[0314] The connecting rib (314) may include an extension portion (314a) protruding from the auxiliary panel (310) in a direction toward the base supporter (300), and a protrusion portion (314b) protruding upward from the end of the extension portion (314a).

[0315] The groove (303) may be formed to surround the protrusion (314b). In addition, one side of the groove (303) may be opened to allow the extension (314a) to pass through. Between the protrusion (314b) and the corresponding surface (316), the groove (303) may be formed to press the extension (314a) from above and the protrusion (314b) from the side. Accordingly, the groove (303) may restrict the movement of the coupling rib (314).

[0316] According to an embodiment, the home (303) may further include a hole (not shown) through which the protrusion (314b) passes, thereby fixing the protrusion (314b).

[0317] The user can position the base supporter (300) on the upper side of the auxiliary panel (310) so that the position of the home (303) corresponds to the position of the joining rib (314), and then lower the base supporter (300) to join the home (303) and the joining rib (314).

[0318] Additionally, a pair of coupling ribs (314) can allow the auxiliary connector (312) and the base connector (305) to be coupled to each other.

[0319] FIGS. 18 to 20 are drawings for reference in the description of power connection of a base supporter and an auxiliary panel according to one embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0320] Referring to FIGS. 18 to 20, a printed circuit board (PCB) (309) for power management is placed inside the base supporter (300).

[0321] A power socket (301) is placed on one side of the base supporter (300). Through an electric cord, the power socket (301) can be connected to an external power source through an electric cord (1900).

[0322] An external power source connected to the power socket (301) can be used as the main power source.

[0323] Meanwhile, the power socket (301) and the printed circuit board (309) may be connected by a power line (1910). The power socket (301) and the connector (304) may be connected by the power line (1910). The connector (304) may be placed on the printed circuit board (309). The power socket (301) and the connector (304) may be connected via the printed circuit board (309).

[0324] The base supporter (300) may include a base connector (305) for transmitting power to the auxiliary panel (310). The base connector (305) may be positioned between a pair of grooves (303). The base connector (305) may be connected to a printed circuit board (309) via a power line (1920).

[0325] The auxiliary connector (312) is connected to the auxiliary power supply (311) and the power line (1930).

[0326] When the base connector (305) and the auxiliary connector (312) of the auxiliary panel (310) are connected, the base supporter (300) and the auxiliary panel (310) are electrically connected. Accordingly, accessory modules requiring power supply can also be conveniently used.

[0327] Meanwhile, the signal line can connect the base connector (305) and the auxiliary panel (310) in the same manner as the power line (1920, 1930). Accordingly, signal transmission between the base supporter (300) and the auxiliary panel (310) is possible.

[0328] The connector (304) may include a pogo pin. In addition, the base connector (305) may include a pogo pin. The pogo pin method has the advantages of being simple to assemble and easy to maintain stable contact.

[0329] Through the power socket (301), the main power can be connected to the PCB (309) and connected to the auxiliary connector (312) of the auxiliary panel (310) with the pogo pin (305).

[0330] FIGS. 21 to 23 are drawings for reference in the description of the mounting of the step member of the auxiliary panel according to one embodiment of the present disclosure. Hereinafter, the mounting of the accessory module will be described with reference to FIGS. 21 to 23. FIGS. 21 to 23 describe the mounting of the accessory module using the step member as an example, but other accessory modules can also be mounted on the auxiliary panel in the same manner.

[0331] An auxiliary groove (315) is formed on the upper surface of the auxiliary panel (310) toward the lower side.

[0332] The accessory modules (320, 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450) can be mounted on or detached from the auxiliary home (315). Accordingly, various additional functions can be mounted on the auxiliary panel (310).

[0333] Users can use the accessory module (320, 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450) with the desired function and conveniently replace it with another accessory module (320, 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450).

[0334] Meanwhile, a part of the accessory module (320, 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450) may be inserted into the auxiliary groove (315). The accessory module (320, 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450) may include a bottom plate (326) inserted into the auxiliary groove (315). A fastening hole (329) may be formed on the outer circumferential surface of the bottom plate (326). A plurality of fastening holes (329) may be arranged on the outer circumferential surface of the bottom plate (326) spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction.

[0335] The auxiliary panel (300) may include a peripheral wall (317) forming an auxiliary groove (315), and a hook (313) arranged on the inner surface of the peripheral wall (317) and coupled to a fastening hole (329). A plurality of hooks (313) may be provided corresponding to a plurality of fastening holes (329). The plurality of fastening holes (329) may be arranged on the inner surface of the peripheral wall (317) spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction.

[0336] The auxiliary panel (300) may include an auxiliary power supply unit (311) that protrudes upward from the bottom surface (318) of the auxiliary groove (315) and is electrically connected to the accessory module (320, 2440, 2450). The auxiliary power supply unit (311) may be arranged to protrude upward from the center of the bottom surface (318) of the auxiliary groove (315).

[0337] The auxiliary power supply (311) may include a pogo pin. At least a portion of the auxiliary power supply (311) may be inserted into the lower surface of the accessory module (320, 2440, 2450).

[0338] The accessory module (320, 2440, 2450) may also include a pogo pin (328). The pogo pin of the auxiliary power supply (311) may be electrically connected to the pogo pin (328) of the accessory module (320, 2440, 2450).

[0339] Meanwhile, the accessory module (320, 2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450) may be a stepping member (320) including a stepping plate (322) spaced upward from the auxiliary panel (310), and a stepping plate pillar (324) connecting the auxiliary panel (310) and the stepping plate (322).

[0340] FIGS. 24A to 24F are drawings for reference in the description of accessories mounted on an auxiliary panel according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIGS. 24A to 24F illustrate other accessory modules (2410, 2420, 2425, 2430, 2440, 2450) in addition to the stepping member (320).

[0341] Figure 24a illustrates a dish (2410, 2415), and Figures 24b and 24c illustrate a cat scratcher (2420, 2425).

[0342] Figure 24d illustrates a pet toy (2430).

[0343] Figure 24e illustrates a water purifier (2440), and Figure 24f illustrates a feeder (2450).

[0344] The accessory module (2410, 2420, 2425, 430, 2440, 2450) may be a non-powered accessory module (2410, 2420, 2425, 2430) that does not require power supply, or a powered accessory module (2440, 2450) that is electrically connected to the auxiliary panel (310).

[0345] In addition to the stepping member (320), other accessories such as dishes (2410, 2415), cat scratchers (2420, 2425), play toys (2430), water purifiers requiring power (2440), and feeders (2450) can be installed and used on the auxiliary panel (310).

[0346] Therefore, you can provide toys or food for your cat near its resting area.

[0347] The use of power for the accessory modules (2410, 2420, 2425, 430, 2440, 2450) may vary. For example, the dish (2410) may be manufactured as a power accessory module to provide a heating function. Alternatively, although the present specification describes a case where the stepping member (320) is a power accessory module, the stepping member (320) may also be manufactured as a non-powered accessory module.

[0348] FIGS. 25 to 28 are drawings for reference in the description of accessory mounting using a connection kit according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0349] According to one embodiment of the present disclosure, by using the connection kit (2600), various products whose bottoms are not designed to fit the auxiliary home (315) can be used together with the auxiliary panel (310).

[0350] Figures 25 to 28 illustrate a case in which a pet water purifier (2500) that cannot be mounted on an auxiliary home (315) is used as an accessory module.

[0351] The connection kit (2600) is connected to the bottom of the pet water purifier (2500), and a portion of it is inserted into the auxiliary groove (315). The shape of the bottom of the connection kit (2600) can correspond to the shape of the auxiliary groove (315).

[0352] The connection kit (2600) may include a first part (2610) including a groove (2601) in which a pet water purifier (2500) is installed, and a second part (2620) connected to the lower side of the first part (2610) and inserted into an auxiliary groove (315).

[0353] A power outlet (2615) connected to the electric cord of the pet water purifier (2500) can be placed on one side of the first part (2610).

[0354] Meanwhile, the second part (2620) can be electrically connected to the auxiliary power supply (311) in the same manner as the bottom plate (326). The second part (2620) can include a pogo pin, and the pogo pin of the second part (2620) can be electrically connected to the pogo pin of the auxiliary power supply (311).

[0355] When the electric cord of the pet water purifier (2500) is connected to the power outlet (2615), power can be supplied to the pet water purifier (2500) from the auxiliary power supply (311) of the auxiliary panel (310).

[0356] A fastening hole (2625) is formed on the outer surface of the second part (2620). A plurality of fastening holes (2625) may be spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction and arranged on the outer surface of the second part (2620). The fastening holes (2625) may be coupled with the hook (313) of the auxiliary panel (300).

[0357] 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; A sheet device fixedly arranged on the main body or separated from the main body; A base supporter coupled to the lower surface of the main body; and Including an auxiliary panel coupled to one side of the above base supporter; The above base supporter is, Includes base connector, An air purifier that is electrically connected to another device through the above base connector.

2. In paragraph 1, The above auxiliary panel includes an auxiliary connector, An air purifier in which the base connector and the auxiliary connector are connected, and the base supporter and the auxiliary panel are electrically connected.

3. In paragraph 2, The above auxiliary panel is, An air purifier further comprising a pair of coupling ribs spaced apart in different directions based on the auxiliary connector.

4. In paragraph 3, An air purifier in which the above pair of connecting ribs protrude in a direction toward the base supporter.

5. In paragraph 3, On the lower surface of the above base supporter, An air purifier in which a pair of grooves are formed to be combined with the above pair of connecting ribs.

6. In paragraph 5, The above pair of connecting ribs, An extension protruding from the auxiliary panel in a direction toward the base supporter, and An air purifier including a protrusion protruding upward from the end of the extension.

7. In paragraph 6, An air purifier in which one side of the above pair of grooves is opened to allow the above extension to pass through.

8. In paragraph 5, The above base supporter is, An air purifier having a mounting groove formed downward so that a portion of the main body can be inserted into the upper surface.

9. In paragraph 8, The above base supporter is, An air purifier including a connector protruding upward from the upper surface so as to be inserted into the lower surface of the main body.

10. In paragraph 9, The above connector and the above base connector, Air purifier including pogo pin.

11. In paragraph 8, The above base supporter is, It includes a plurality of fastening devices arranged on the inner surface forming the above mounting groove, An air purifier in which the above plurality of fastening devices are spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction.

12. In paragraph 1, The above base supporter is, An air purifier further comprising a power socket for connecting to an external power source via an electric cord.

13. In paragraph 1, The above base supporter is, An air purifier having a circular plate shape with a larger diameter than the main body.

14. In paragraph 13, The above auxiliary panel is, Including a corresponding surface formed with a structure corresponding to the circumference of the above base supporter, An air purifier wherein the above-mentioned corresponding surface is arranged to be in contact with the periphery of the above-mentioned base supporter.

15. A body having an inlet formed on the circumference and an outlet formed above the inlet; A sheet device fixedly arranged on the main body or separated from the main body; A base supporter coupled to the lower surface of the main body; and Including an auxiliary panel coupled to one side of the above base supporter; The above auxiliary panel is, It includes a pair of connecting ribs that protrude in the direction toward the above base supporter and are spaced apart from each other, At the bottom of the above base supporter, An air purifier in which a pair of grooves are formed to be combined with the above pair of connecting ribs.

16. In paragraph 15, The above pair of connecting ribs, An extension protruding from the auxiliary panel in a direction toward the base supporter, and An air purifier including a protrusion protruding upward from the end of the extension.

17. In paragraph 16, An air purifier in which one side of the above pair of grooves is opened to allow the above extension to pass through.

18. In paragraph 15, The above base supporter is, An air purifier having a mounting groove formed downward so that a portion of the main body can be inserted into the upper surface.

19. In paragraph 18, The above base supporter is, It includes a plurality of fastening devices arranged on the inner surface forming the above mounting groove, An air purifier in which the above plurality of fastening devices are spaced apart from each other in the circumferential direction.

20. In paragraph 15, The above base supporter is, An air purifier having a circular plate shape with a larger diameter than the main body.

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