Air guide assembly and air treatment apparatus
By using the adjustment and drive components in the air guide structure, the air delivery angle and range can be flexibly adjusted, solving the problems of limited air delivery area and blind spots in traditional air conditioning equipment. This achieves large-area air delivery and improved temperature uniformity, while reducing energy consumption.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- DREAM INNOVATION TECH (SUZHOU) CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-07
AI Technical Summary
Traditional air conditioning equipment has a limited air supply area, a small air supply coverage area, and blind spots, resulting in significant indoor temperature differences and a need to improve comfort.
The system employs an air guide structure, including an adjustment component and a drive component. The drive component can drive the carrier and air guide blades to move. By changing the deflection angle of the air guide blades and the position of the carrier, the air delivery angle can be flexibly adjusted to expand the air delivery coverage area and avoid air delivery blind spots.
It achieves large-area air supply, improves indoor temperature uniformity and comfort, reduces energy consumption, and simplifies the number of drive components and the space occupied.
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Abstract
Description
Air guide components and air handling equipment
[0001] This application claims priority to Chinese Patent Application No. 202411514814.7, filed on October 28, 2024, entitled "Air Guide Component and Air Handling Equipment", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field
[0002] This application relates to the field of air handling equipment technology, and in particular to an air guide assembly and an air handling device. Background Technology
[0003] Air handling equipment, such as air conditioning units, typically includes an air outlet and an air guide plate located outside the outlet. One end of the air guide plate is rotatably connected to the bottom of the air outlet. By changing the angle at which the air guide plate opens relative to the air outlet, the direction of airflow from the outlet is altered. However, this method of adjusting the airflow direction results in a relatively small area covered by the airflow from the air conditioning unit. Summary of the Invention
[0004] This application provides an air guide structure, an indoor unit, and an air handling equipment. The air guide structure can flexibly adjust the air delivery angle of the air handling equipment, thereby expanding the air delivery coverage area. Furthermore, the driving method of the air guide structure is simpler, which helps to save space and reduce energy consumption.
[0005] One aspect of this application provides an air guide structure installed at the air outlet of an air handling equipment. The air guide structure includes: an adjustment component, which includes a carrier and a plurality of air guide blades movably connected to the carrier; the carrier extends along the length direction of the air outlet, and each air guide blade is arranged sequentially along the plate surface of the carrier; and a drive component, which drives the carrier to change position relative to the air outlet, and drives each air guide blade to change position relative to the carrier.
[0006] The air guide structure provided in this application is installed at the air outlet of an air handling unit. The air guide structure includes an adjustment component and a drive component, the drive component driving the adjustment component to move. Specifically, the drive component can drive the movement of each air guide blade on the support component, causing a change in the position of each air guide blade relative to the support component, thereby adjusting the air delivery angle by changing the deflection angle of the air guide blades. Furthermore, the drive component can also drive a change in the position of the support component relative to the air outlet to increase the deflection angle range of the air guide blades to expand the air delivery area, or change the deflection angle of the support component to adjust the air delivery angle. This allows for flexible adjustment of the air delivery angle of the air handling unit, expanding the air delivery coverage area of the air handling unit, achieving large-area air delivery, avoiding air delivery blind spots, improving indoor temperature uniformity, and enhancing indoor comfort.
[0007] Furthermore, by using a single drive component to drive both the air guide vanes and the load-bearing components, the driving method of the air guide structure is simplified, which can reduce the number of drive components and the space occupied, thus helping to reduce the energy consumption of the air guide structure.
[0008] Another aspect of this application provides an indoor unit, including a device body and an air guide structure as described above, the air guide structure being disposed at the air outlet of the device body. The indoor unit provided by this application, because it includes the aforementioned air guide structure, possesses all the technical effects of an air guide structure, which will not be elaborated further here.
[0009] Another aspect of this application provides an air handling device, including a device body and an air guiding structure as described above, the air guiding structure being disposed at the air outlet of the device body. The air handling device provided by this application, because it includes the aforementioned air guiding structure, possesses all the technical effects of an air guiding structure, which will not be elaborated further here. Attached Figure Description
[0010] Figure 1 is a structural schematic diagram of an air handling device provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0011] Figure 2 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0012] Figure 3 is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of another air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0013] Figure 4 is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of another air guiding structure provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0014] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure provided in the embodiment of this application in its initial state;
[0015] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure provided in the embodiment of this application in a working state;
[0016] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure provided in the embodiment of this application in another working state;
[0017] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the driving method of the air guide structure provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0018] Figure 9 is a cross-sectional structural diagram of the transmission component provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0019] Figure 10 is a plan perspective view of the transmission component in Figure 9;
[0020] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of the operation of a gear set provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0021] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the operation of a gear set and an air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0022] Figure 13 is a schematic diagram of another operation of the gear set provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0023] Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of another operation of the gear set and the air guide structure provided in the embodiment of this application;
[0024] Figure 15 is an exploded structural diagram of an adjustment component provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0025] Figure 16 is an exploded structural diagram of another adjustment component provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0026] Figure 17 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the guide vanes in the adjustment assembly in Figure 16;
[0027] Figure 18 is a cross-sectional view of the guide vanes in Figure 17;
[0028] Figure 19 is a schematic diagram of another air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0029] Figure 20 is a front view of the air guide structure in Figure 19;
[0030] Figure 21 is a partial enlarged view of the air guide blades in Figure 20 when they are in a vertical position;
[0031] Figure 22 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure when the adjustment component provided in the embodiment of this application is in the first position;
[0032] Figure 23 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure when the adjustment component provided in the embodiment of this application is in the second position;
[0033] Figure 24 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure from another perspective when the adjustment component is in the first position, according to an embodiment of this application.
[0034] Figure 25 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure from another perspective when the adjustment component is in the second position, according to an embodiment of this application.
[0035] Figure 26 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0036] Figure 27 is a schematic diagram of the air guiding structure in Figure 26 in another state;
[0037] Figure 28 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure in Figure 26 from another perspective;
[0038] Figure 29 is a schematic diagram of the air guiding structure in Figure 28 in another state;
[0039] Figure 30 is an exploded view of the air guide structure in Figure 29;
[0040] Figure 31 is a schematic diagram showing the positions of the gear and the arc rack in the load-bearing component of the air guide structure;
[0041] Figure 32 is a schematic diagram showing the gear and arc-shaped rack in another position in the load-bearing component of the air guide structure;
[0042] Figure 33 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the second transmission component and the lower housing in Figure 30;
[0043] Figure 34 is a schematic diagram of another air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0044] Figure 35 is a structural schematic diagram of the indoor unit provided in an embodiment of this application;
[0045] Figure 36 is a structural schematic diagram of the indoor unit in Figure 35 in another state. Detailed Implementation
[0046] As described in the background section, traditional air conditioning equipment uses swingable air guide vanes within the duct to adjust the airflow angle. For example, horizontally positioned air guide vanes swing up and down to achieve vertical airflow, while vertically positioned air guide vanes swing left and right to achieve horizontal airflow. The swing angle of all air guide vanes is uniformly controlled by linkages, thereby adjusting the overall airflow area of the air conditioning equipment.
[0047] However, the aforementioned method of adjusting the air supply area results in a direct correlation between the size of the air supply area and the size of the air outlet. This leads to a relatively limited air supply area for the air conditioning unit, with a small coverage area, making it impossible to supply air to a large area. Furthermore, because the air guide plate is located inside the air duct and can only deflect at the same rotation angle, blind spots will appear when adjusting the air supply angle, resulting in significant indoor temperature differences and room for improvement in comfort.
[0048] In view of this, this application provides an air guiding structure and an air handling device, wherein the air guiding structure is installed at the air outlet of the air handling device. The air guiding structure includes an adjustment component and a drive component, and the drive component can drive the adjustment component to move. Specifically, the drive component can drive the movement of each air guide blade on the support member, causing the position of each air guide blade relative to the support member to change, thereby adjusting the air delivery angle by changing the deflection angle of the air guide blades. Furthermore, the drive component can also drive the position of the support member relative to the air outlet to increase the deflection angle range of the air guide blades to expand the air delivery area, or change the deflection angle of the support member to adjust the air delivery angle. In this way, the air delivery angle of the air handling device can be flexibly adjusted, expanding the air delivery coverage area of the air handling device, achieving large-area air delivery, avoiding air delivery blind spots, improving indoor temperature uniformity, and enhancing indoor comfort.
[0049] Furthermore, by using a single drive component to drive both the air guide vanes and the load-bearing components, the driving method of the air guide structure is simplified, which can reduce the number of drive components and the space occupied, thus helping to reduce the energy consumption of the air guide structure.
[0050] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0051] This application provides an air handling device, which includes, but is not limited to, air conditioning equipment, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, ventilation equipment, heat recovery ventilation systems, air purifiers, and fresh air systems. In this application embodiment, an air conditioning unit is used as an example for description. The air conditioning unit may include wall-mounted air conditioners, floor-standing air conditioners, central air conditioning systems, ducted air conditioners, etc.
[0052] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of an air handling device according to an embodiment of this application. Referring to Figure 1, the air handling device 1 includes a device body 10, which has an air outlet 11 through which the air handling device 1 supplies air to the outside. Taking a wall-mounted air conditioner as an example, the air handling device 1 is installed on an indoor wall, and the air outlet 11 can be located on the front (the side facing away from the wall) of the device body 10 and near the lower part. For example, the air outlet 11 can be tilted downwards, making the air supply area of the air handling device 1 more appropriate.
[0053] An air guide structure 20 is provided at the air outlet 11 of the equipment body 10. The air guide structure 20 is used to adjust the air supply direction and air supply area of the air handling equipment 1 so as to achieve flexible air supply of the air handling equipment 1.
[0054] Figure 2 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of an air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application.
[0055] Referring to Figure 2, the air guiding structure 20 includes an adjustment component 100, which is disposed within the air duct of the device body 10. The air duct has a mounting base for the adjustment component 100, on which the adjustment component 100 can be installed. For ease of explanation, this embodiment defines a basic air duct wall 12, which may be, for example, the side wall of the air duct closest to a wall. The adjustment component 100 can be installed on the basic air duct wall 12. The adjustment component 100 can be directly installed on the basic air duct wall 12, or it can be installed on the basic air duct wall 12 via other supporting components. Furthermore, the adjustment component 100 can be located at the air outlet 11 of the device body 10. For example, the adjustment component 100 can cover most of the area of the air outlet 11, so that the air delivery direction and air delivery area of the device body 10 can be adjusted by the adjustment component 100.
[0056] The adjustment assembly 100 may include a carrier 110 and a plurality of guide vanes 120. The carrier 110 may be mounted on the base duct wall 12, and the surface of the carrier 110 may be parallel to the surface of the base duct wall 12, for example. Furthermore, the carrier 110 may extend along the length of the air outlet 11 so that the adjustment assembly 100 can cover the air outlet 11. Each guide vane 120 is sequentially arranged along the surface of the carrier 110, and each guide vane 120 is movably connected to the carrier 110.
[0057] The support member 110 is located close to the base duct wall 12 to facilitate the installation of the adjustment assembly 100 onto the base duct wall 12. The guide vane 120 can be located on the side of the support member 110 facing away from the base duct wall 12, with the guide vane 120 facing the air outlet 11 and extending towards the air outlet 11. In this way, the airflow within the duct can pass through the guide vane 120 before being blown out from the air outlet 11, thus guiding the airflow through the guide vane 120.
[0058] Referring again to Figure 2, the air guide structure 20 also includes a drive assembly 200, which is connected to the adjustment assembly 100. The drive assembly 200 drives the adjustment assembly 100 to move, thereby adjusting the air delivery direction and air delivery area.
[0059] In this embodiment, the carrier 110 is also movably connected to the basic air duct wall 12. The drive assembly 200 can both drive the movement of each guide vane 120 on the carrier 110 and drive the carrier 110 itself. When the drive assembly 200 drives the carrier 110 to move, each guide vane 120 on the carrier 110 moves together with the carrier 110. At the same time, each guide vane 120 can also move relative to the carrier 110.
[0060] The guide vanes 120 on the support member 110 move together with the support member 110, which can change the position of the guide vanes 120 relative to the air outlet 11. The support member 110 can move outward toward the air outlet 11, and some or even all of the guide vanes 120 on the support member 110 can extend beyond the air outlet 11. In this way, the interference between the guide vanes 120 and the air duct is significantly improved, and the limitation of the air duct on the deflection angle of the guide vanes 120 can be weakened or even eliminated, and the deflection angle range of the guide vanes 120 can be further expanded.
[0061] With this configuration, the drive mechanism 200 both drives the individual air guide vanes 120 on the support member 110 and drives the air guide vanes 120 together with the support member 110, making the drive mechanism 200's driving method for the adjustment component 100 more flexible. This allows for flexible adjustment of the air delivery angle of the air guide structure 20, expanding its air delivery area and achieving a larger air delivery coverage area. It also enables faster adjustment of indoor temperature, improves indoor temperature uniformity, and enhances indoor comfort.
[0062] The drive assembly 200 can be positioned on the side of the support member 110 facing the base duct wall 12. That is, the guide vanes 120 and the drive assembly 200 can be located on opposite sides of the thickness of the support member 110. This allows the drive assembly 200 to be directly connected to the support member 110, facilitating the drive assembly 200's movement of the support member 110 and the guide vanes 120 on it. Furthermore, the drive assembly 200 does not occupy space on the side of the support member 110 where the guide vanes 120 are located, increasing the space available for the guide vanes 120 and improving the airflow guiding effect of the airflow guiding structure 20. Simultaneously, the side of the support member 110 facing the base duct wall 12 also has sufficient space for the drive assembly 200, which is beneficial for its design and installation. Additionally, the support member 110 can shield the drive assembly 200, improving the appearance of the air handling equipment 1.
[0063] The air guide structure 20 may also include a control component, which is electrically connected to the drive assembly 200. For example, the control component and the drive assembly 200 may be connected via a signal line, or they may be wirelessly connected. By controlling the operation of the drive assembly 200 through the control component, the swing direction and deflection angle of the air guide blades 120 and the swing direction and deflection angle of the carrier 110 may be controlled, thereby achieving precise control of the air delivery direction and air delivery area of the adjustment assembly 100.
[0064] Specifically, the drive assembly 200 drives the movement of each guide vane 120 on the carrier 110, causing the position of each guide vane 120 relative to the carrier 110 to change. The angle between each guide vane 120 and the surface of the carrier 110 changes in a certain direction, and each guide vane 120 deflects uniformly toward one side of the air outlet 11 to adjust the air delivery angle of the air guiding structure 20.
[0065] The drive assembly 200 drives the carrier 110 to move, causing a change in the position of the carrier 110 relative to the air outlet 11, and altering the distance between the carrier 110 and the foundation duct wall 12. The carrier 110, along with its guide vanes 120, moves together, changing the position of the guide vanes 120 relative to the air outlet 11, thus weakening or even eliminating the duct's restriction on the deflection angle of the guide vanes 120. This increases the range of deflection angles of the guide vanes 120 relative to the carrier 110. When the deflection angle of the carrier 110 relative to the air outlet 11 is adjustable, adjusting the deflection angle of the guide vanes 120 relative to the carrier 110, based on changing the deflection angle of the carrier 110, can further increase the range of deflection angles of the guide vanes 120 relative to the air outlet 11.
[0066] This configuration allows the drive component 200 to move both the guide vanes 120 on the carrier 110 and the carrier 110 together with the guide vanes 120, making the drive method of the drive component 200 more flexible in controlling the adjustment component 100. This allows for flexible adjustment of the air delivery angle of the air guide structure 20, expanding its air delivery area and achieving greater coverage, thus enabling larger-area air delivery. It also allows for faster adjustment of indoor temperature, improved temperature uniformity, and enhanced indoor comfort.
[0067] Furthermore, since the drive assembly 200 can drive both the individual air guide vanes 120 and the carrier 110, it enhances the flexibility of adjusting the air guide structure 20. The air guide structure 20 can direct airflow towards a wider area, improving the accuracy of its airflow area adjustment. Thus, by adjusting the airflow angle of the air guide structure 20 through the drive assembly 200, the airflow area can be directed away from the user's activity area, preventing discomfort or health problems caused by direct cold air blowing on the user. The drive assembly 200 can also continuously change the airflow angle of the air guide structure 20, preventing it from blowing directly onto a specific area for extended periods and improving the uniformity of the overall indoor temperature.
[0068] Furthermore, since this embodiment only requires a single drive component 200 to drive both the air guide vanes 120 and the support component 110, the driving method of the air guide structure 20 is simpler, reducing the number of drive components 200 and the space occupied by them, resulting in a smaller overall size of the air guide structure 20. The drive component 200 also consumes less energy, which helps to reduce the energy consumption of the air guide structure 20 and improve the overall energy efficiency of the air handling equipment 1.
[0069] In this embodiment, the movement of the drive component 200 driving the carrier 110 can be a swinging motion, whereby the carrier 110 can swing (or rotate) around its own rotation axis on the base duct wall 12. This changes the position of the carrier 110 relative to the air outlet 11, altering the angle between the carrier 110 and the plane of the air outlet 11. Using a point on the carrier 110 away from its own rotation axis as a reference, that point can swing towards the air outlet 11 (e.g., the point extends beyond the air outlet 11), or it can swing away from the air outlet 11 (e.g., the point retracts into the air outlet 11).
[0070] In this way, the drive assembly 200 not only drives the guide vane 120 to swing relative to the carrier 110, changing the angle between the guide vane 120 and the carrier 110 in a certain direction, but also adjusts the air delivery direction by swinging the guide vane 120 itself. Furthermore, the drive assembly 200 also drives the carrier 110 to swing relative to the air outlet 11, superimposing the deflection angle of the carrier 110 on top of the deflection angle of the guide vane 120, thus achieving adjustment of the air delivery direction. This increases the air delivery angle range of the adjustment assembly 100, expands the air delivery area of the adjustment assembly 100, and results in a larger air delivery coverage area for the air handling unit 1.
[0071] Of course, in other embodiments, the movement of the drive assembly 200 driving the carrier 110 can also be translational, with the length direction of the carrier 110 always consistent with the length direction of the air outlet 11, and the carrier 110 translating along the width direction of the base duct wall 12. This changes the position of the carrier 110 relative to the air outlet 11. For example, the carrier 110 moves from a position housed within the duct towards the air outlet 11; for instance, the carrier 110 moves to the plane of the air outlet 11, or even extends entirely outside the air outlet 11. Alternatively, the carrier 110 moves from a position located on the plane of the air outlet 11 or outside the air outlet 11 towards the duct, so that the carrier 110 is retracted into the duct.
[0072] In this way, the drive assembly 200 can drive the carrier 110 to move towards the air outlet 11, making the guide vanes 120 on the carrier 110 closer to the air outlet 11, or even extend beyond the air outlet 11. This avoids the limitation caused by the swing range of the multiple guide vanes 120 in the air duct, and increases the deflection angle of the guide vanes 120. Furthermore, it expands the air delivery area of the adjustment assembly 100 and the air delivery coverage area of the air handling equipment 1. When the deflection angle of the guide vanes 120 is too large, and the air delivery area of the air guide structure 20 faces the edge of the air outlet 11, it can also avoid the air duct obstructing the air delivery of the air guide structure 20 and avoid causing airflow turbulence.
[0073] The following explanation will take the example of the drive assembly 200 driving the carrier 110 to swing on the basic air duct wall 12.
[0074] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure provided in the embodiment of this application in its initial state. Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure provided in the embodiment of this application in one working state. Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the air guide structure provided in the embodiment of this application in another working state.
[0075] It should be noted that Figures 5 to 7 only show the installation structure of the air guide structure 20. The figures illustrate the air guide structure 20 from its main viewpoint, with the plane of its mounting base (base duct wall 12) as the plane of the paper. Therefore, the plane of the paper can also correspond to the plane of the support member 110, while the blades of the air guide blades 120 are perpendicular to the plane of the paper. This does not limit the installation orientation of the air guide structure 20 within the entire air handling unit 1.
[0076] Referring to any one of Figures 5 to 7, taking the paper orientation shown in the figures as an example, in some embodiments, the air guide structure 20 can be used to achieve left and right sweeping. In this case, the air guide blades 120 installed on the support member 110 can be arranged sequentially at intervals along the length of the support member 110, guiding the airflow blown out of the duct through the air guide channel formed between two adjacent left and right air guide blades 120. Each air guide blade 120 can swing towards both ends of the length direction of the air outlet 11, or in other words, each air guide blade 120 swings towards the left and right ends of the air outlet 11, thereby guiding the airflow to the left or right side of the air outlet 11.
[0077] For example, each guide vane 120 can be rotatably connected to the support member 110 (see Figure 2). The rotation axis of each guide vane 120 can be perpendicular to the plate surface of the support member 110, and the blade surface of each guide vane 120 can also be perpendicular to the plate surface of the support member 110. The drive assembly 200 can drive each guide vane 120 to rotate along its own rotation axis, so that all guide vanes 120 can swing uniformly towards the left and right ends of the air outlet 11.
[0078] In other embodiments, the air guide structure 20 can also be used to achieve vertical air sweeping. In this case, the air guide blades 120 installed on the support member 110 can be arranged sequentially at intervals along the width direction of the support member 110, and the airflow blown out of the air duct is guided through the air guide channel formed between two adjacent air guide blades 120. Each air guide blade 120 can swing to both ends in the height direction (or width direction) of the air outlet 11, or in other words, each air guide blade 120 swings to both the upper and lower ends of the air outlet 11, so as to guide the airflow to the top or bottom of the air outlet 11.
[0079] For example, each guide vane 120 can also be rotatably connected to the support member 110. The rotation axis of each guide vane 120 can be parallel to the surface of the support member 110, and the guide vane 120 can be connected to the support member 110 via a support member. For instance, the two ends of the extending direction of the guide vane 120 are its rotation axes, and the rotation axes at both ends of the guide vane 120 are rotatably connected to the support member 110 via a support member, with a gap between the guide vane 120 and the surface of the support member 110. The drive assembly 200 can drive each guide vane 120 to rotate along its own rotation axis, so that all guide vanes 120 swing uniformly towards the upper and lower ends of the air outlet 11.
[0080] In other embodiments, the air guide structure 20 can also be used to achieve air sweeping in different directions. For example, the air guide structure 20 can achieve both left-right sweeping and up-down sweeping. That is, each air guide blade 120 can swing towards both ends (left and right ends) in the length direction of the air outlet 11, and each air guide blade 120 can also swing towards both ends (up and down ends) in the height direction of the air outlet 11.
[0081] For example, each guide vane 120 can also be rotatably connected to the support member 110. Since the air guiding structure 20 can achieve air sweeping in different directions, each guide vane 120 can have a rotation axis with different directions. For example, each guide vane 120 has a rotation axis perpendicular to the plate surface of the support member 110, and each guide vane 120 has a rotation axis parallel to the plate surface of the support member 110. All guide vanes 120 are mounted on the support member 110, for example, in the form of an air guiding assembly. Each air guiding assembly includes multiple guide vanes 120, and each air guiding assembly is rotatably connected to the support member 110 via a rotation axis perpendicular to the plate surface of the support member 110. Each guide vane 120 in each air guiding assembly is provided with a rotation axis parallel to the plate surface of the support member 110.
[0082] The following description uses the air guide structure 20 shown in Figures 5 to 7 as an example. Each air guide blade 120 is arranged sequentially along the length of the support member 110. Each air guide blade 120 is rotatably connected to the support member 110, and the rotation axis of each air guide blade 120 is perpendicular to the plate surface of the support member 110.
[0083] Regarding the design of the number of adjusting components 100 in the air guide structure 20, referring to Figures 5 to 7, as one embodiment, the number of adjusting components 100 can be two, and the two adjusting components 100 can be spaced apart along the length direction of the air outlet 11. Matching the number of adjusting components 100, the number of driving components 200 can also be two. The two driving components 200 are respectively connected to the two adjusting components 100, and each driving component 200 drives the corresponding adjusting component 100 to move.
[0084] By arranging two regulating components 100 at intervals along the length of the air outlet 11, and providing two driving components 200 to independently drive the two regulating components 100, the two regulating components 100 can deliver air to different areas, each with a different air delivery area, thereby expanding the air delivery area of the air guide structure 20 and increasing the air delivery coverage area of the air handling equipment 1.
[0085] Taking the orientation of the paper in Figures 5 to 7 as an example, for instance, if the adjustment component 100 on the left is driven by the corresponding drive component 200, causing the guide vane 120 of the adjustment component 100 to deflect to the left, and the adjustment component 100 on the right is driven by the corresponding drive component 200, causing the guide vane 120 of the adjustment component 100 to deflect to the right, then the overall air delivery area of the air delivery structure 20 will be expanded. Furthermore, if the two drive components 200 respectively drive the support member 110 in the left adjustment component 100 to deflect to the left and the support member 110 in the right adjustment component 100 to deflect to the right, the overall air delivery area of the air delivery structure 20 will be further expanded.
[0086] Taking air handling unit 1 as a wall-mounted air conditioner as an example, the air conditioner has a larger air supply coverage area, which can more evenly regulate the temperature of the entire indoor space, reduce indoor temperature differences, and improve overall indoor comfort. Furthermore, the larger air supply coverage area allows the air conditioner to reach the set temperature target more quickly, achieving cooling or heating goals in a shorter time, resulting in higher energy efficiency. In addition, the larger air supply coverage area results in a wider airflow distribution area and a gentler airflow velocity, reducing discomfort caused by strong winds in certain areas and providing a softer airflow effect, giving users a more natural and comfortable experience in the air-conditioned environment.
[0087] Furthermore, the two driving components 200 independently drive the two regulating components 100, allowing for independent adjustment of the air delivery areas of each component 100 without any linkage between them. This makes the air handling unit 1 suitable for different indoor layouts and usage needs, allowing users to flexibly adjust the air delivery areas of the two regulating components 100 according to actual conditions. This satisfies the different air delivery area requirements of various environments, ensuring that the airflow from the air handling unit 1 is fully and effectively utilized, avoiding waste.
[0088] The two drive components 200 can be symmetrically arranged, specifically symmetrically about the center line between the two adjustment components 100. This results in better structural symmetry for the overall air guide structure 20, more balanced overall force distribution, and improved stability and reliability. Furthermore, with identical driving capabilities for the drive components 200, the air delivery areas of the two adjustment components 100 remain symmetrical, with no significant difference in their air delivery coverage. This enhances the versatility of the air guide structure 20 and broadens the application scenarios for the air handling unit 1. Additionally, the air guide structure 20 is easier to assemble, eliminating the need to distinguish the installation positions of the two adjustment components 100, thus increasing assembly efficiency.
[0089] Based on this, the drive component 200 can be positioned closer to the end of the corresponding adjustment component 100 that is furthest from the other adjustment component 100. That is, the position of the drive component 200 is closer to the end of the air outlet 11 along its length. For the two adjustment components 100, the two drive components 200 are respectively located near the two ends of the air outlet 11 along its length.
[0090] The rotation center of the adjusting component 100 is located at the location of the driving component 200. By bringing the driving component 200 closer to one end of the adjusting component 100, the rotation arm between the rotation center of the adjusting component 100 and the other end of the adjusting component 100 is longer. When the driving component 200 is away from the opposing ends of the two adjusting components 100, the rotation arm between the rotation center of the adjusting component 100 and the end of the adjusting component 100 near the central region of the air outlet 11 is longer. With the same driving efficiency, when the driving component 200 is closer to the opposing ends of the two adjusting components 100, the opposing ends of the two adjusting components 100 can extend a greater distance beyond the air outlet 11 compared to when the driving component 200 is closer to the opposing ends of the two adjusting components 100.
[0091] When the opposing ends of both regulating components 100 extend beyond the air outlet 11, the supporting members 110 of the two regulating components 100 deflect towards their respective sides, and the two regulating components 100 are in an outward-expanding posture, resulting in a larger overall air delivery area for the air guide structure 20. The farther the opposing ends of the two regulating components 100 extend beyond the air outlet 11, the more of the regulating components 100 are exposed outside the air outlet 11 when they are in an outward-expanding posture. Thus, the air delivery area of the two regulating components 100 is larger, and the overall air delivery coverage area of the air guide structure 20 is wider. At the same time, when the two regulating components 100 are in an outward-expanding posture, less of the regulating components 100 are located within the air duct, and the air duct obstructs the regulating components 100 less, thus avoiding air delivery blind spots. Furthermore, since the portion of the adjustment component 100 located within the air duct is small, the required movement space for the adjustment component 100 within the air duct is also smaller, which can prevent interference between the adjustment component 100 and the air duct wall, thus helping to reduce the overall size of the air handling equipment 1.
[0092] For example, the two drive components 200 can be located at opposite ends of the two adjustment components 100. This achieves an optimized design for the position of the drive components 200, with almost the entire adjustment component 100 exposed when the two adjustment components 100 are in a fully extended position (the deflection angle of the support member 110 reaches its limit). This avoids interference and restriction of the air duct on the guide vane 120, prevents blind spots in air delivery, and allows for maximizing the design of the guide vane 120's maximum deflection angle, further expanding the air delivery area of the adjustment component 100 and increasing the overall air delivery coverage of the air guide structure 20.
[0093] In another implementation, the air guide structure 20 may include only one adjustment component 100, and correspondingly, only one drive component 200 may be provided to drive the adjustment component 100. Under the drive of the drive component 200, the air guide vanes 120 of the adjustment component 100 can deflect relative to the support member 110, and the support member 110 can also deflect relative to the air outlet 11. Therefore, one adjustment component 100 also has a sufficiently large air supply area to meet the needs of typical indoor spaces.
[0094] For example, when the air handling unit 1 is used in a residential space, where the indoor space is small, a single regulating component 100 can meet the indoor space requirements. Alternatively, when the deflection angle range of the guide vanes 120 of the regulating component 100 is large, and the deflection angle range of the support member 110 is also large, and the superposition of the guide vanes 120 and the support member 110 gives the regulating component 100 a large air supply area, a single regulating component 100 can also meet the air supply requirements of a large space. In this case, the air guiding structure 20 can be equipped with only one regulating component 100.
[0095] When the air guide structure 20 includes only one adjusting component 100, the drive component 200 can be connected to the middle region along the length of the adjusting component 100. This results in a more balanced force distribution and higher reliability for the air guide structure 20. Furthermore, the consistent deflection of the adjusting component 100 to both sides further enhances the airflow balance and versatility of the air guide structure 20.
[0096] Alternatively, the drive assembly 200 can be connected to one end of the regulating assembly 100 along its length, allowing the regulating assembly 100 to rotate around that end. This allows the regulating assembly 100 to extend further beyond the air outlet 11, almost entirely exposing itself. This avoids interference and restriction of the air duct on the guide vanes 120, prevents blind spots in air delivery, and maximizes the design of the guide vanes 120's maximum deflection angle, thereby maximizing the air delivery area of the regulating assembly 100.
[0097] Of course, in other embodiments, the air guide structure 20 may also include three or more adjustment components 100, each adjustment component 100 being arranged sequentially along the length of the air outlet 11. The drive mechanism 200 drives the air guide blades 120 of each adjustment component 100 to deflect relative to their respective carriers 110, and the drive mechanism 200 also drives the carriers 110 of each adjustment component 100 to deflect relative to the air outlet 11.
[0098] Of course, in other embodiments, the air guiding structure 20 may also include three or more adjusting components 100, and the number of driving components 200 may also be three or more, with each driving component 200 corresponding to one another with the air guiding structure 20. For example, when the air handling unit is large in size and has a long air outlet 11, multiple adjusting components 100 can be sequentially and spaced apart along the length of the air outlet 11, with each adjusting component 100 maintaining a suitable length to meet the stability and reliability requirements of the adjusting component 100. Alternatively, when the air handling unit 1 is used in large spaces such as offices or factories, multiple adjusting components 100 can be set to give the air guiding structure 20 a larger air supply coverage area to meet the air supply needs of large spaces.
[0099] In this embodiment, the drive assembly 200 is designed to drive the guide vane 120 to rotate continuously, and when the support member 110 needs to swing, the drive assembly 200 also drives the support member 110 to swing. Therefore, the drive assembly 200 can drive the adjustment assembly 100 to move in two modes: a first mode and a second mode.
[0100] The first motion mode involves the guide vane 120 oscillating while the carrier 110 moves. That is, when the drive assembly 200 operates, it drives the guide vane 120 to oscillate on the carrier 110, and simultaneously drives the carrier 110 to move. The second motion mode involves the guide vane 120 oscillating while the carrier 110 remains stationary. That is, when the drive assembly 200 operates, it only drives the guide vane 120 to move on the carrier 110, while the carrier 110 remains stationary.
[0101] It should be noted that the drive assembly 200 can drive the carrier 110 to move between an initial position and an extreme position. When the carrier 110 is in the initial position, it is completely contained within the air outlet 11 (or the air duct), and its length direction can be parallel to the length direction of the air outlet 11. When the carrier 110 is in the extreme position, it can extend at least partially beyond the air outlet 11. Taking the drive assembly 200 driving the carrier 110 to swing as an example, the extreme position of the carrier 110 is its extreme deflection position. When the carrier 110 is in the extreme deflection position, one side of the carrier 110 located at a certain point in the drive assembly 200 (this point being the rotation center of the carrier 110) can extend beyond the air outlet 11.
[0102] The carrier 110 can remain stationary in its initial position or in its extreme position. Therefore, when the adjusting assembly 100 is in the first motion mode, the carrier 110 can move between the initial and extreme positions, while the guide vane 120 rotates around its own axis on the carrier 110. When the adjusting assembly 100 is in the second motion mode, the carrier 110 can remain in either the initial or extreme position, with only the guide vane 120 rotating around its own axis on the carrier 110.
[0103] Specifically, when the controller does not receive a demand signal for the air delivery angle, the adjustment component 100 can be in its initial state. When the controller receives a demand signal for the air delivery angle γ sent by the user, the controller controls the drive component 200 to operate. Furthermore, depending on the specific size of the air delivery angle γ, the drive component 200 drives the adjustment component 100 to operate in a first motion mode or in a second motion mode.
[0104] Referring to Figure 4, in order to enable the drive mechanism 200 to both drive the guide vanes in the adjustment assembly to deflect relative to the carrier and drive the carrier to deflect relative to the air outlet, the drive mechanism 200 may include a first drive assembly 210. The first drive assembly 210 is connected to the adjustment assembly, and the first drive assembly 210 is at least used to drive the guide vanes in the adjustment assembly to deflect relative to the carrier.
[0105] The first drive component 210 and the adjustment component can be configured in a one-to-one correspondence. When the air guide structure includes two or more adjustment components, the drive mechanism 200 can also include two or more first drive components 210, with each first drive component 210 correspondingly connected to each adjustment component. This allows the first drive component 210 to drive the corresponding adjustment component to move.
[0106] Referring to Figure 4, in some embodiments, when the air guide structure includes two or more adjustment components, the drive mechanism 200 may further include at least one second drive component 220, which may be connected between two adjacent adjustment components. In this case, the first drive component 210 may only be used to drive each air guide blade to deflect relative to the carrier, and the second drive component 220 drives the carrier in the two adjustment components connected on both sides of it to move.
[0107] When the air guide structure includes two adjustment components, the drive mechanism 200 may be provided with only one second drive component 220. The second drive component 220 is connected between the two adjustment components and can drive the carriers of the two adjustment components to move relative to each other.
[0108] When the air guide structure includes three or more adjusting components, a second drive component 220 can be provided between each pair of adjacent adjusting components. The second drive component 220 drives the carrier of the adjacent adjusting components to move relative to each other. Alternatively, only one second drive component 220 can be provided between each pair of adjacent adjusting components, and the other adjacent adjusting components are connected by a transmission structure. The driving force of the second drive component 220 is transmitted through the transmission structure, so that the carrier of all adjusting components can move.
[0109] By setting the first drive assembly 210 to drive the guide vanes and the second drive assembly 220 to drive the carrier component, each drive a moving object, the driving method is relatively simple, and the structural design of the first drive assembly 210 and the second drive assembly 220 can also be relatively simplified. This reduces the design difficulty of the first drive assembly 210 and the second drive assembly 220, thus lowering their design costs. Furthermore, the first drive assembly 210 and the second drive assembly 220 do not affect each other; even if one fails, it will not affect the other's operation. The probability of both the guide vanes and the carrier component failing to move is low, resulting in higher operational reliability of the airflow guiding structure.
[0110] In other embodiments, the drive mechanism 200 may include only the first drive component 210, which drives the deflection of each guide vane of the adjustment component relative to the carrier, and also drives the carrier component to deflect relative to the air outlet. In this case, regardless of how many adjustment components the air guide structure includes, only one first drive component 210 needs to be provided for each adjustment component.
[0111] When the air guiding structure includes two or more adjusting components, each adjusting component is independently driven by the first drive component 210, and there is no linkage between the adjusting components. The air delivery area of each adjusting component can be adjusted independently. In this way, the air handling unit can be adapted to different indoor layouts and usage needs. Users can flexibly adjust the air delivery area of the two adjusting components according to actual conditions to meet the needs of different environments for different air delivery areas, so that the airflow blown by the air handling unit is fully and effectively utilized, avoiding waste.
[0112] Regarding the architecture design of the first drive assembly 210, as shown in Figure 4, when the first drive assembly 210 only drives the movement of each guide vane on the carrier, the first drive assembly 210 may include only one drive motor 201. The output shaft of the drive motor 201 can directly transmit power to the guide vanes, or the output shaft of the drive motor 201 can be reduced in speed and increased in torque by a reduction gear before transmitting power to the guide vanes.
[0113] When the first drive assembly 210 simultaneously drives the guide vanes and the carrier, in one implementation, the first drive assembly 210 can be equipped with two drive motors 201, one drive motor 201 driving the guide vanes and the other drive motor 201 driving the carrier. In this way, the two drive motors 201 do not affect each other, and even if one of them fails to work, it will not affect the operation of the other. The probability of both the guide vanes and the carrier failing to move is low, and the operational reliability of the adjustment assembly is higher.
[0114] In another implementation, when the first drive assembly 210 simultaneously drives both the guide vanes and the carrier, the first drive assembly 210 may also consist of only one drive motor 201. The output shaft of this drive motor 201 can directly transmit power to the guide vanes, and the output shaft of the drive motor 201 is transmitted to the carrier via a transmission structure, so that one drive motor 201 can simultaneously drive the movement of both the guide vanes and the carrier. For example, the transmission structure can be a gear set, where the drive motor 201 directly drives the guide vanes to rotate, and the drive motor 201 drives the carrier to oscillate via the gear set.
[0115] Regarding the architecture of the second drive assembly 220, as shown in Figures 3 and 4, the second drive assembly 220 may include a drive motor 201 and a transmission component 221. The drive motor 201 is connected to the transmission component 221, and the transmission component 221 is connected between the carrier components of two adjacent adjustment assemblies. The drive motor 201 drives the transmission component 221 to move, and the transmission component 221 drives the two carrier components to move relative to each other.
[0116] For example, the transmission component 221 may include a push-pull rod 2211 and two connecting rods 2212. The drive motor 201 is connected to the push-pull rod 2211. One end of each of the two connecting rods 2212 is connected to the push-pull rod 2211, and the other end of each connecting rod 2212 is connected to two carrier components. The drive motor 201 drives the push-pull rod 2211 to move in the plane direction of the carrier component, causing the push-pull rod 2211 to drive the two connecting rods 2212 to move relative to each other, thereby causing the two carrier components to swing relative to each other.
[0117] Referring to Figure 5, the air guide structure 20 is shown in its initial state. When the adjusting assembly 100 is in its initial state, both the carrier 110 and the air guide blades 120 are in their initial positions. Specifically, when the carrier 110 is in its initial position, it is completely housed within the air outlet 11, and the length direction of the carrier 110 is parallel to the length direction of the air outlet 11. When the air guide blades 120 are in their initial position, they are parallel to the length direction of the carrier 110 (at this time, the blade surfaces of all air guide blades 120 are in the same plane). That is, when the adjusting assembly 100 is in its initial state, the air guide blades 120 are parallel to the length direction of the air outlet 11, and the angle between the air guide blades 120 and the long side of the air outlet 11 is 0°.
[0118] To facilitate the explanation of the working principle of the air guide structure 20, this embodiment defines the limiting deflection angle of the air guide blade 120 as α. The limiting deflection angle of the air guide blade 120 is the maximum deflection angle of the air guide blade 120 relative to its initial position. The limiting deflection angle α of the air guide blade 120 is the angle between the air guide blade 120 and the length direction of the support member 110 when the air guide blade 120 is in the limiting deflection position.
[0119] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the limiting deflection angle of the carrier 110 is defined as β. The limiting deflection angle of the carrier 110 is the maximum deflection angle of the carrier 110 relative to its initial position. The limiting deflection angle β of the carrier 110 is the angle between the carrier 110 and the length direction of the air outlet 11 when the carrier 110 is in the limiting deflection position.
[0120] Referring to Figure 6, the figure shows the air guide structure 20 in its first working state. When the air delivery angle θ is greater than the limit deflection angle α of the air guide blade 120, the drive assembly 200 drives the air guide blade 120 to rotate relative to the carrier 110. At the same time, the drive assembly 200 also drives the carrier 110 to swing relative to the air outlet 11.
[0121] At this time, the drive assembly 200 first drives the adjustment assembly 100 to move in the first motion mode. The drive assembly 200 drives the carrier 110 to rotate around a certain point of the drive assembly 200 as the center. The carrier 110 swings to its limit deflection position, and the rotation angle of the carrier 110 relative to its initial position is the limit deflection angle β. During this period, the drive assembly 200 also drives the guide vane 120 to rotate around its own rotation axis on the carrier 110 by an angle γ. Thus, the rotation angle of the guide vane 120 relative to its initial position is β+γ.
[0122] If the required air delivery angle θ is still not met, the drive assembly 200 continues to drive the adjustment assembly 100 to move in the second motion mode. The drive assembly 200 confines the carrier 110 to its extreme deflection position, and the carrier 110 no longer rotates. At the same time, the drive assembly 200 drives the guide vane 120 to rotate around its own rotation axis on the carrier 110 by an angle δ. Thus, the rotation angle of the guide vane 120 relative to its initial position is β+γ+δ, and θ=β+γ+δ.
[0123] Referring to Figure 7, the air guide structure 20 is shown in its second working state. When the air delivery angle θ is less than the limit deflection angle α of the air guide blade 120, the drive assembly 200 only needs to drive the air guide blade 120 to rotate relative to the carrier 110, while the carrier 110 can remain stationary in its initial position.
[0124] At this time, the drive assembly 200 drives the adjustment assembly 100 to move in the second motion mode. The drive assembly 200 confines the carrier 110 to the initial position, and the carrier 110 does not rotate. Furthermore, the drive assembly 200 only drives the guide vane 120 to rotate about its own rotation axis on the carrier 110 by an angle δ. Thus, the rotation angle of the guide vane 120 relative to the initial position is δ, θ = δ.
[0125] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the driving method of the air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application. Referring to Figure 8, in this embodiment, the driving component 200 used to drive the adjustment component 100 includes a drive motor 210 and a transmission component 220, which is drively connected between the drive motor 210 and the adjustment component 100. The drive motor 210 is used to provide driving force, and the drive motor 210 can be electrically connected to a control component to control the operation of the drive motor 210. The transmission component 220 is used to transmit the power of the drive motor 210 to the adjustment component 100 to drive the adjustment component 100 to move.
[0126] The carrier component 110 can be connected to the transmission component 220. The drive assembly 200 transmits driving force to the transmission component 220, which in turn drives the carrier component 110 to move. Each guide vane 120 on the carrier component 110 can be directly connected to the output end of the drive motor 210, which directly drives the guide vane 120 to rotate. Alternatively, each guide vane 120 can also be connected to the transmission component 220, which drives the guide vane 120 to rotate.
[0127] This configuration utilizes only one drive motor 210 in conjunction with the transmission component 220 to both rotate the guide vanes 120 on the support component 110 and drive the support component 110 itself. The drive assembly 200 has a simpler structure, simplifying the driving method of the adjustment assembly 100. Furthermore, since the drive assembly 200 contains no other driving components, it occupies less space and is lighter, saving space in the air guide structure 20 and facilitating the layout design of other components in the air handling unit 1, thus contributing to the overall lightweight design of the air handling unit 1. Additionally, by using only one drive motor 210 to drive the adjustment assembly 100, the number of drive motors 210 used is minimized, reducing the energy consumption of the air guide structure 20.
[0128] In the drive assembly 200, the transmission component 220 may include a first transmission section 221 and a second transmission section 222 (see Figure 9). The first transmission section 221 is connected to the drive motor 210, and the second transmission section 222 is connected between the first transmission section 221 and the carrier 110. The drive motor 210 can directly drive each guide vane 120 to rotate, or the drive motor 210 can drive each guide vane 120 to rotate via the first transmission section 221. Furthermore, the drive motor 210 can transmit power to the first transmission section 221, and the first transmission section 221 and the second transmission section 222 mutually drive each other, ultimately driving the carrier 110 to move via the second transmission section 222.
[0129] The first transmission unit 221 is directly connected to the drive motor 210. While the drive motor 210 is running continuously, the first transmission unit 221 can also run continuously. In this way, whether the drive motor 210 directly drives each guide vane 120 to rotate, or the drive motor 210 drives each guide vane 120 to rotate through the first transmission unit 221, the guide vane 120 can rotate continuously.
[0130] By designing the architecture of the first transmission unit 221 and the second transmission unit 222, the first transmission unit 221 can transmit power to the second transmission unit 222, or it can choose not to transmit power to the second transmission unit 222. When the first transmission unit 221 transmits power to the second transmission unit 222, the second transmission unit 222 operates, driving the carrier member 110 to move. At this time, each guide vane 120 rotates relative to the carrier member 110, and the carrier member 110 also moves relative to the air outlet 11. When the first transmission unit 221 does not transmit power to the second transmission unit 222, the second transmission unit 222 stops operating, and the second transmission unit 222 confines the carrier member 110 to its current position (e.g., initial position or extreme position). At this time, only each guide vane 120 rotates relative to the carrier member 110, while the carrier member 110 remains stationary.
[0131] For example, the second transmission section 222 can be located on the side of the first transmission section 221 closer to the support member 110. In this way, the first transmission section 221 and the second transmission section 222 are adjacent to each other, facilitating the transmission of power between them. The second transmission section 222 is also closer to the support member 110, facilitating the connection between the second transmission section 222 and the support member 110. Furthermore, the first transmission section 221 and the second transmission section 222 are stacked, resulting in a smaller volume of the transmission member 220, a smaller overall space occupied by the drive assembly 200, and a higher degree of integration.
[0132] It should be noted that, in this embodiment, the second transmission part 222 is located on the side of the first transmission part 221 closer to the support member 110, but this does not mean that the second transmission part 222 is entirely located on one side of the first transmission part 221. The second transmission part 222 and the first transmission part 221 may also have portions located in the same space to facilitate the transmission cooperation between the second transmission part 222 and the first transmission part 221.
[0133] Figure 9 is a cross-sectional structural view of the transmission component provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 10 is a plan perspective view of the transmission component in Figure 9.
[0134] Referring to Figures 9 and 10, in this embodiment, the transmission component 220 connecting the drive assembly 200 and the carrier 110 can be a gear set 220a. Using the gear set 220a as the transmission component 220, transmission between the drive motor 210 and the carrier 110 is achieved through gear transmission.
[0135] The gear set 220a primarily achieves transmission through meshing, coaxial gears, mainly used to drive the target structural component to rotate. In this way, the gear set 220a can drive the carrier 110 to swing, thereby changing the angle between the carrier 110 and the air outlet 11 along its length. Furthermore, the gear set 220a has a tight fit, with the gears meshing, overlapping, and connecting. The overall size of the gear set 220a is small, which helps to reduce the overall space occupied by the drive assembly 200. In addition, the gear set 220a can achieve precision transmission, with high transmission efficiency and accuracy, which can improve the driving precision of the drive assembly 200 and further enhance the precision of the airflow adjustment angle of the air guide structure 20.
[0136] Of course, in other embodiments, the transmission component 220 can also have other structural forms, and the transmission component 220 can transmit power through other transmission methods. For example, the transmission component 220 can be a linkage 130a transmission, a telescopic rod transmission, a gear and rack transmission, or other transmission structures. The transmission component 220 can drive the carrier component 110 to swing, or the transmission component 220 can also drive the carrier component 110 to translate. This embodiment does not limit this.
[0137] Referring again to Figures 9 and 10, the gear set 220a may specifically include a first gear pair 221a and a second gear pair 222a, which correspond to the aforementioned first transmission part 221 and second transmission part 222, respectively. The first gear pair 221a is connected to the drive motor 210, for example, it may be connected to the output shaft of the drive motor 210. The second gear pair 222a is connected between the first gear pair 221a and the carrier member 110.
[0138] The second gear pair 222a can be located on the side of the first gear pair 221a closer to the support member 110, facilitating the transmission connection between the first gear pair 221a and the second gear pair 222a, and also facilitating the connection between the second gear pair 222a and the support member 110. In the thickness direction of the support member 110, the second gear pair 222a and the first gear pair 221a can have portions located within the same thickness space, facilitating the transmission engagement between the second gear pair 222a and the first gear pair 221a. Further details are omitted here.
[0139] In this configuration, gear set 220a can avoid the output shaft of drive motor 210, whose output shaft is directly connected to each guide vane 120, causing the drive motor 210 to drive each guide vane 120 to rotate continuously. Alternatively, first gear pair 221a is connected to the output shaft of drive motor 210, and is connected to each guide vane 120, causing the first gear pair 221a to drive each guide vane 120 to rotate continuously. Second gear pair 222a is connected to the support member 110. When the first gear pair 221a drives the second gear pair 222a, the second gear pair 222a causes the support member 110 to swing; when the first gear pair 221a does not drive the second gear pair 222a, the support member 110 remains stationary.
[0140] Referring to Figures 9 and 10, the first gear pair 221a may include a driving gear 2211, which is connected to the output shaft of the drive motor 210. The second gear pair 222a may include a first transmission gear 2221, which is disposed on the side of the driving gear 2211 near the support member 110. The first transmission gear 2221 and the driving gear 2211 are in a driving engagement, and the first transmission gear 2221 is drivingly connected to the support member 110.
[0141] After the drive motor 210 starts, it can drive the drive wheel 2211 to rotate continuously. Through the transmission design of the drive wheel 2211 and the first transmission wheel 2221, during the rotation of the drive wheel 2211, the drive wheel 2211 can either transmit power to the first transmission wheel 2221, causing it to rotate, or it can choose not to transmit power to the first transmission wheel 2221, leaving the first transmission wheel 2221 stationary. For example, when the drive wheel 2211 rotates to a certain angle range, it drives the first transmission wheel 2221 to rotate; when the drive wheel 2211 rotates to other angle ranges, the first transmission wheel 2221 remains stationary.
[0142] In other words, through the transmission cooperation between the drive wheel 2211 and the first transmission wheel 2221, the adjusting component 100 can move in either the aforementioned first or second movement mode. Specifically, when the drive wheel 2211 drives the first transmission wheel 2221 to rotate synchronously, the guide vane 120 oscillates and the support member 110 moves, and the adjusting component 100 moves in the first movement mode. When the drive wheel 2211 rotates and the first transmission wheel 2221 remains stationary, the guide vane 120 oscillates and the support member 110 remains stationary, and the adjusting component 100 moves in the second movement mode.
[0143] Referring again to Figures 9 and 10, in one embodiment, the first transmission wheel 2221 and the driving wheel 2211 can partially overlap, and a transmission rod 22111 can be provided on the side of the driving wheel 2211 facing the first transmission wheel 2221. A transmission groove 22211 can be formed on the first transmission wheel 2221, and the transmission groove 22211 can communicate with the side wall of the first transmission wheel 2221. When installing the first transmission wheel 2221, the transmission groove 22211 on the first transmission wheel 2221 is positioned facing the driving wheel 2211, so that the opening of the transmission groove 22211 is within the coverage area of the driving wheel 2211, and the opening of the transmission groove 22211 is located on the circumference of the rotation trajectory of the transmission rod 22111 on the driving wheel 2211.
[0144] During the rotation of the drive wheel 2211 driven by the drive motor 210, the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 performs circular motion. When the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 rotates to the opening of the transmission groove 22211 on the first transmission wheel 2221, the transmission rod 22111 will enter the transmission groove 22211 as the drive wheel 2211 continues to rotate. Furthermore, the transmission rod 22111 will slide along the transmission groove 22211. During this period, the first transmission wheel 2221 is subjected to an external force applied by the transmission rod 22111, and the first transmission wheel 2221 will rotate synchronously with the drive wheel 2211. Thus, the drive motor 210 or the drive wheel 2211 drives the guide vane 120 to oscillate, and simultaneously, the first transmission wheel 2221 drives the support member 110 to oscillate, causing the adjustment component 100 to move in the first motion mode.
[0145] As the drive wheel 2211 continues to rotate, the transmission rod 22111 will disengage from the transmission groove 22211. After the transmission rod 22111 disengages from the transmission groove 22211, the first transmission wheel 2221 is no longer subjected to external force and will stop rotating, remaining at its current position (at this time, the support member 110 can remain at its limit position). From this point onward, if the drive wheel 2211 continues to rotate in its original direction, the transmission rod 22111 will move away from the first transmission wheel 2221, and the opening of the transmission groove 22211 will no longer correspond to the transmission rod 22111, so the drive wheel 2211 will no longer drive the first transmission wheel 2221 to rotate. During this period, the adjustment component 100 operates in the second motion mode.
[0146] To enable the drive wheel 2211 to drive the first transmission wheel 2221 to rotate again, the drive motor 210 can be rotated in the opposite direction, causing the drive wheel 2211 to rotate in the opposite direction. During the reverse rotation of the drive wheel 2211, the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 moves towards the first transmission wheel 2221, and the transmission rod 22111 can rotate to correspond to the opening of the transmission groove 22211. After the transmission rod 22111 enters the transmission groove 22211, as the transmission rod 22111 slides along the transmission groove 22211, it can drive the first transmission wheel 2221 to rotate again. At this time, the first transmission wheel 2221 also rotates in the opposite direction, causing the bearing member 110 to swing in the opposite direction, so that the bearing member 110 returns to its initial position.
[0147] The transmission groove 22211 extends radially along the first transmission wheel 2221. During the rotation of the first transmission wheel 2221 driven by the drive wheel 2211, the movement trajectory of the transmission groove 22211 always matches the circumferential trajectory of the transmission rod 22111. In other words, the centerline of the width direction of the transmission groove 22211 is always tangent to the circumferential trajectory of the transmission rod 22111. This ensures that the transmission rod 22111 slides smoothly along the transmission groove 22211 without interference or jamming, allowing the drive wheel 2211 to smoothly drive the first transmission wheel 2221 to rotate.
[0148] Referring again to Figures 9 and 10, the first gear pair 221a may further include a first driven gear 2212, which is coaxially disposed on the side of the driving gear 2211 near the support member 110. In other words, the first driven gear 2212 and the first transmission gear 2221 can be arranged side by side in the same space. Thus, with only partial overlap between the first transmission gear 2221 and the driving gear 2211, the first driven gear 2212 allows the gear set 220a to have more overlapping parts, and the first driven gear 2212 increases the counterweight of the gear set 220a, resulting in higher stability and reliability of the gear set 220a.
[0149] The first driven wheel 2212 and the first transmission wheel 2221 should not interfere with each other, and there should be no overlap or joint between them. In this way, the first driven wheel 2212 will not affect the rotation of the first transmission wheel 2221, so as to ensure that the driving wheel 2211 can smoothly drive the first transmission wheel 2221 to rotate.
[0150] In one implementation, the outer peripheral wall of the first transmission wheel 2221 may have at least one concave arc surface 22212, which matches the outer circular surface of the first driven wheel 2212. In other words, the center of the circumference of the concave arc surface 22212 of the first transmission wheel 2221 should coincide with the center of the outer circular surface of the first driven wheel 2212. When assembling the gear set 220a, the transmission groove 22211 on the first transmission wheel 2221 faces the first driven wheel 2212, and the portion of the outer peripheral wall of the first transmission wheel 2221 facing the first driven wheel 2212 should also be a concave arc surface 22212. While ensuring that the transmission rod 22111 can enter the transmission groove 22211, the concave arc surface 22212 of the first transmission wheel 2221 can cooperate with the outer circular surface of the first driven wheel 2212.
[0151] During the rotation of the first transmission wheel 2221 driven by the driving wheel 2211, the outer surface of the first driven wheel 2212 slides along the concave arc surface 22212 of the first transmission wheel 2221. In this way, the first driven wheel 2212 and the first transmission wheel 2221 do not interfere with each other and do not affect the rotation of the first transmission wheel 2221. Furthermore, the first driven wheel 2212 and the second transmission wheel 2223 have mutually engaging friction surfaces, generating a certain amount of friction between them, which makes the movement of the first transmission wheel 2221 smoother and more reliable.
[0152] For example, the outer peripheral wall of the first transmission wheel 2221 may have two or more concave arc surfaces 22212, and each concave arc surface 22212 is evenly spaced along the circumference of the first transmission wheel 2221. This makes the contour of the first transmission wheel 2221 more regular and its symmetry better. It facilitates the manufacturing of the first transmission wheel 2221, allowing the transmission groove 22211 to be positioned corresponding to any one of the concave arc surfaces 22212, reducing the manufacturing difficulty of the first transmission wheel 2221 and improving its manufacturing efficiency. Furthermore, the first transmission wheel 2221 has a more regular structure and better stability; the volume of the first transmission wheel 2221 extending outside the driving wheel 2211 is smaller, and the overall operational reliability of the gear set 220a is higher.
[0153] Of course, provided that the operational reliability of the gear set 220a can be guaranteed, a concave arc surface 22212 can be provided only on the outer peripheral wall of the first transmission wheel 2221, and the rest of the outer peripheral wall of the first transmission wheel 2221 can be an outer circular surface. This embodiment does not impose specific limitations on this.
[0154] Since a transmission rod 22111 is provided on the surface of the driving wheel 2211 facing the first driven wheel 2212, a clearance recess 22121 can also be provided on the outer peripheral wall of the first driven wheel 2212 to ensure that the transmission rod 22111 can reliably cooperate with the transmission groove 22211 of the first transmission wheel 2221. The clearance recess 22121 is used to avoid the transmission rod 22111 on the driving wheel 2211. The transmission rod 22111 is located to the side of the clearance recess 22121 to leave a certain space on the outer periphery of the transmission rod 22111 and avoid interference with the cooperation between the transmission rod 22111 and the clearance groove.
[0155] For example, the clearance recess 22121 can be an arc-shaped concave surface, and the axis of the transmission rod 22111 can be located on the radial line of the arc-shaped concave surface, with the distance from the axis of the transmission rod 22111 to both ends of the arc-shaped concave surface being equal. In this way, the transmission rod 22111 can be used as a positioning reference to position the first driven wheel 2212 during assembly with the driving wheel 2211. Furthermore, the first driven wheel 2212 and the driving wheel 2211 form a symmetrical structure after assembly, resulting in a better aesthetic appearance.
[0156] Referring again to Figures 9 and 10, the second gear pair 222a may further include a second driven wheel 2222. The second driven wheel 2222 is coaxially disposed on the side of the first transmission wheel 2221 near the support member 110, and the support member 110 is connected to the second driven wheel 2222 in a transmission connection. In this way, the second driven wheel 2222 is closer to the support member 110, which facilitates the connection between the second gear pair 222a and the support member 110.
[0157] Furthermore, since the second driven wheel 2222 is coaxially arranged with the first transmission wheel 2221, the second driven wheel 2222 rotates synchronously with the first transmission wheel 2221. When the second driven wheel 2222 rotates synchronously with the first transmission wheel 2221, it drives the bearing member 110 to swing. When the second driven wheel 2222 is stationary with the first transmission wheel 2221, the bearing member 110 is limited to the initial position or the limit position, and the bearing member 110 remains stationary.
[0158] Based on this, the second gear pair 222a may further include a second transmission wheel 2223, which is disposed on the side of the first driven wheel 2212 near the support member 110. Furthermore, the second transmission wheel 2223 meshes with the second driven wheel 2222, and the support member 110 is connected to the second transmission wheel 2223, thereby driving the support member 110 to rotate.
[0159] The transmission ratio between the second drive wheel 2223 and the second driven wheel 2222 can be different. In other words, the outer diameters of the second drive wheel 2223 and the second driven wheel 2222 can be different. Thus, by setting the second drive wheel 2223 to mesh with the second driven wheel 2222, the second driven wheel 2222 maintains the same rotational speed as the first drive wheel 2221, but the rotational speeds of the second drive wheel 2223 and the second driven wheel 2222 are different. This allows the size of the second driven wheel 2222 to be selected according to the required swing speed of the support member 110, maintaining an appropriate transmission ratio between the second driven wheel 2222 and the second drive wheel 2223, controlling the rotational speed of the second drive wheel 2223 within a suitable range, and ensuring the smooth swing of the support member 110.
[0160] Since the drive motor 210 typically outputs a high speed, when transmitting power to structural components, it is often necessary to reduce the speed of the drive motor 210 and increase its torque to meet the rotational requirements of the structural components. To address this, the outer diameter of the second transmission wheel 2223 can be larger than the outer diameter of the second driven wheel 2222. The second transmission wheel 2223 can thus reduce speed and increase torque, allowing the support component 110 to maintain a suitable oscillation speed. Furthermore, the greater torque between the second transmission wheel 2223 and the support component 110 makes the movement of the support component 110 more stable and reliable.
[0161] In addition to adjusting the output speed of the second gear pair 222a, the second transmission wheel 2223, positioned above the first driven wheel 2212, also helps to adjust the overall center of gravity of the gear set 220a, making it more stable and reliable. The second transmission wheel 2223 and the first transmission wheel 2221 can partially overlap, with the driving wheel 2211 and the second transmission wheel 2223 supporting both sides of the first transmission wheel 2221, further strengthening the overall structure of the gear set 220a.
[0162] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of the operation of a gear set provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the operation of a gear set and a wind guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application.
[0163] As shown in Figures 11 and 12, the figures illustrate the action of the drive assembly 200 driving the adjustment assembly 100 to move when the air supply angle θ is greater than the limit deflection angle α of the guide vane 120.
[0164] Referring to Figures 11(a) and 12(a), the adjusting assembly 100 is in its initial state when the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 is exactly located at the opening of the transmission groove 22211 on the first transmission wheel 2221. At this time, both the carrier 110 and the guide vane 120 are in their initial positions. The length direction of the carrier 110 can be parallel to the length direction of the air outlet 11, and the guide vane 120 can be parallel to the length direction of the carrier 110.
[0165] Referring to Figures 11(b) and 12(b), the drive motor 210 drives the drive wheel 2211 to rotate. When the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 slides along the transmission groove 22211 on the first transmission wheel 2221 to the bottom of the groove, the guide vane 120 rotates a certain angle around its own rotation axis on the support member 110. At the same time, the support member 110 swings a certain angle around its own rotation axis relative to the length direction of the air outlet 11. At this time, the support member 110 can partially extend outside the air outlet 11.
[0166] Referring to Figures 11(c) and 12(c), when the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 slides from the bottom of the transmission groove 22211 on the first transmission wheel 2221 to the opening of the transmission groove 22211, the guide vane 120 continues to rotate around its own rotation axis by a certain angle, increasing the angle between the guide vane 120 and the carrier 110 along its length. Simultaneously, the carrier 110 continues to swing around its own transmission axis by a certain angle, increasing the angle between the carrier 110 and the air outlet 11 along its length. At this point, the carrier 110 swings to its limit deflection position, reaching its limit deflection angle. More of the carrier 110 extends beyond the air outlet 11.
[0167] Referring to Figures 11(d) and 12(d), when the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 disengages from the transmission groove 22211 on the first transmission wheel 2221, as the drive motor 210 continues to operate, the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 moves away from the first transmission groove 22211. At this time, the support member 110 remains at its limit deflection position and no longer rotates. The guide vane 120 continues to rotate around its own rotation axis, and the angle between the guide vane 120 and the length direction of the support member 110 increases.
[0168] Figure 13 is a schematic diagram of another operation of the gear set provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 14 is a schematic diagram of another operation of the gear set and the air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application.
[0169] Referring to Figure 13, the operation of the gear set 220a is illustrated when the air delivery angle θ is less than the limit deflection angle α of the guide vane 120. At this time, the drive assembly 200 only needs to drive the guide vane 120 to rotate, while the carrier 110 can remain stationary in its initial position.
[0170] Referring to Figures 13(a) and 14(a), the adjusting assembly 100 is in its initial state when the transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 is exactly located at the opening of the transmission groove 22211 on the first transmission wheel 2221. At this time, both the carrier 110 and the guide vane 120 are in their initial positions. The length direction of the carrier 110 can be parallel to the length direction of the air outlet 11, and the guide vane 120 can be parallel to the length direction of the carrier 110.
[0171] Referring to Figures 13(b) and 14(b), the drive motor 210 drives the drive wheel 2211 to rotate in the opposite direction. The transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 moves away from the first transmission wheel 2221, and the guide vane 120 rotates around its own rotation axis on the support member 110 at a certain angle. At this time, the guide vane 120 can deflect to one end of the air outlet 11 along its length, and this end of the air outlet 11 can correspond to the adjustment assembly 100 where the guide vane 120 is located. Taking the adjustment assembly 100 located on the left side of the air outlet 11 as an example, the guide vane 120 can deflect to the left side of the air outlet 11.
[0172] Referring to Figure 14(c), the drive motor 210 continues to drive the drive wheel 2211 to rotate in the opposite direction. The transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 continues to move away from the first transmission wheel 2221. The guide vane 120 continues to rotate around its own rotation axis on the support member 110 at a certain angle. At this time, the guide vane 120 can be perpendicular to the length direction of the support member 110, and the guide vane 120 remains vertically extended towards the air outlet 11.
[0173] Referring to (d) in Figure 14, the drive motor 210 continues to drive the drive wheel 2211 to rotate in the opposite direction. The transmission rod 22111 on the drive wheel 2211 continues to move away from the first transmission wheel 2221, and the guide vane 120 continues to rotate around its own rotation axis on the support member 110 at a certain angle. At this time, the guide vane 120 can deflect to the other end of the length direction of the air outlet 11, which can be the end of the adjustment assembly 100 where the guide vane 120 is located that is furthest away. Taking the adjustment assembly 100 located on the left side of the air outlet 11 as an example, the guide vane 120 can deflect to the right side of the air outlet 11.
[0174] Figure 15 is an exploded structural diagram of the adjustment assembly provided in an embodiment of this application. Referring to Figure 15, as for how the drive assembly 200 drives all the guide vanes 120 on the support member 110 to swing, in one embodiment, the adjustment assembly 100 may further include a linkage member 130, and all the guide vanes 120 are connected to the linkage member 130. When the drive assembly 200 operates, it can drive the linkage member 130 to move. When the linkage member 130 moves, it can drive all the guide vanes 120 to move synchronously, so as to drive all the guide vanes 120 to swing synchronously through the linkage member 130.
[0175] The drive assembly 200 can be connected to one of the guide vanes 120, for example, the drive assembly 200 can be connected to the guide vane 120 located at the end of the support member 110. The drive assembly 200 drives the guide vane 120 to rotate, and the guide vane 120 drives the linkage member 130 connected to it to move. In turn, the movement of the linkage member 130 causes all the guide vanes 120 to swing synchronously.
[0176] Alternatively, the drive assembly 200 can be connected to the linkage 130, for example, the drive assembly 200 can be connected to the linkage 130 at the position between the two guide vanes 120. The drive assembly 200 drives the linkage 130 to move, and the linkage 130 drives all the guide vanes 120 to swing synchronously.
[0177] Referring again to Figure 15, the linkage 130 can be housed within the support member 110. This facilitates the connection of the linkage 130 with all the guide vanes 120. Furthermore, the linkage 130 is concealed within the support member 110, resulting in a cleaner appearance for the air guide structure 20. Additionally, the linkage 130 does not occupy any additional space and has no impact on the volume of the air guide structure 20, thus contributing to its miniaturization.
[0178] To accommodate the linkage 130 within the support member 110 and facilitate its connection with each guide vane 120, the support member 110 can be divided into a panel 111 and a base plate 112. All guide vanes 120 can be mounted on the panel 111, and the drive assembly 200 can be mounted on the base plate 112, passing through the base plate 112 to connect with the guide vanes 120 or the linkage 130. The panel 111 and the base plate 112 together form a receiving cavity, within which the linkage 130 is disposed.
[0179] As shown in Figure 15, as an example, the linkage 130 can be a connecting rod 130a, which extends along the extension direction of the bearing 110 and is connected to all the guide vanes 120. The drive motor 210 can drive one of the guide vanes 120 to rotate, and the guide vane 120 drives the connecting rod 130a to reciprocate with a small swing amplitude. Through the swing and reciprocating motion of the connecting rod 130a, all the guide vanes 120 swing. Alternatively, the output shaft of the drive motor 210 is connected to the connecting rod 130a, and the rotation of the drive motor 210 drives the connecting rod 130a to reciprocate with a small swing amplitude, thereby driving all the guide vanes 120 to swing.
[0180] By setting the linkage 130 as a connecting rod 130a, the structure of the linkage 130 can be simplified. The linkage 130 has a simple processing technology and low production cost, making it suitable for mass production and application. Furthermore, the connecting rod 130a is a simple and reliable transmission structure that can effectively convert the rotational motion of the drive motor 210 into the linear reciprocating oscillation of the connecting rod 130a itself, helping to improve the reliability and durability of the adjustment assembly 100. In addition, the geometric characteristics of the connecting rod 130a determine that it can provide precise motion control, enabling the guide vanes 120 to make precise angle adjustments within a set range, thus providing users with more precise airflow control.
[0181] As another example, the linkage can be a rack (not shown in the figure), which can extend along the extension direction of the carrier 110. Each guide vane 120 includes a gear (not shown in the figure), which can be positioned, for example, on the central axis of the guide vane 120. The output shaft of the drive motor 201 in the first drive assembly 210 can also be connected to a gear (e.g., the output shaft of the drive motor 201 is connected to a gear on one of the guide vanes 120). The drive motor 201 drives the rack to move along the extension direction of the carrier 110 via the gear, and the movement of the rack drives the gears on each guide vane 120 to rotate, thereby driving all guide vanes 120 to rotate.
[0182] Compared to connecting rod 130a, the transmission via rack and pinion gears allows for a more flexible rotation angle. Since the gear's rotation is not limited by its length and continuous movement, it can drive the gear to rotate 360°. This allows the gear to drive the guide vanes 120 to rotate within a 0°–360° range, enabling omnidirectional airflow. Furthermore, the rack's linear motion simplifies the transmission, provides a more precise trajectory, and increases the reliability of the guide vanes 120, allowing for more accurate control of their rotation angle.
[0183] Figure 16 is another exploded structural diagram of the adjustment component provided in this application embodiment. Referring to Figure 16, the guide vane 120 includes a vane body 121, which is the main structure of the guide vane 120. An air guiding channel is formed between the vane bodies 121 of adjacent guide vanes 120 to guide the airflow blown out of the air outlet 11. The guide vane 120 is driven to move by the first drive component 210, changing the orientation of the vane body 121 of the guide vane 120, thereby changing the air delivery direction of the adjustment component 100.
[0184] The thickness of the blade body 121 can be between 2mm and 3mm. This thickness satisfies the requirements for the machinability of the blade body 121 while ensuring the necessary structural strength. Simultaneously, the relatively small thickness of the blade body 121 results in a smaller space occupied by it, and sufficient spacing between adjacent blades allows for smooth airflow within the duct, preventing any impact on the air outlet of the air handling unit 1.
[0185] For example, the thickness of the blade body 121 can be 2.0mm, 2.1mm, 2.2mm, 2.3mm, 2.4mm, 2.5mm, 2.6mm, 2.7mm, 2.8mm, 2.9mm, 3.0mm, etc.
[0186] When the guide vane 120 is rotatably connected to the support member 110, the guide vane 120 may also include a rotating shaft 122. The rotating shaft 122 is connected to the blade body 121, and the rotating shaft 122 may be integrally formed on the blade body 121 to form an integrally formed guide vane 120. The rotating shaft 122 may be connected to the end of the blade body 121 facing the support member 110, and the rotating shaft 122 is rotatably connected to the support member 110, and the blade body 121 rotates around the rotating shaft 122.
[0187] For example, the rotation shaft 122 can be located on the central axis of the blade body 121. This results in better force balance for the guide vanes 120, leading to improved stability and reliability during rotation. Furthermore, the consistent width of the blade body 121 on both sides of the central axis facilitates the layout and installation of the guide vanes 120. The spacing between adjacent blades can be designed based on the width of the blade body 121, ensuring even spacing between the guide vanes 120. Additionally, the guide vanes 120 are better suited for 360° rotation scenarios, minimizing their range of motion and the required space, thus reducing the space occupied by the air handling structure 20 and contributing to the miniaturization of the air handling equipment 1.
[0188] For example, the rotating shaft 122 may include a disc structure (not shown in the figure), and the carrier 110 may be provided with a mounting groove (not shown in the figure). The disc structure can rotate within the mounting groove to allow the guide vane 120 to rotate on the carrier 110. The disc structure can be completely accommodated within the mounting groove. For example, the disc structure is flush with the front surface of the carrier 110 (the side of the carrier 110 facing the blade body 121). This prevents the disc structure from protruding from the surface of the carrier 110, helping to reduce the wind resistance of the adjustment assembly 100. Furthermore, the adjustment assembly 100 has better flatness and is more aesthetically pleasing.
[0189] Figure 17 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the guide vanes in the adjustment assembly in Figure 16. Figure 17 shows the structure of one of the guide vanes 120 on the adjustment assembly 100.
[0190] Referring to Figure 17, a plurality of air outlet holes 1211 may be distributed on the blade body 121 of the air guide vane 120, and the air outlet holes 1211 penetrate both sides of the blade body 121 in the thickness direction. By opening a plurality of air outlet holes 1211 on the blade body 121, when the air handling equipment 1 is in working condition, the airflow blown out of the air duct can flow outward through the air outlet holes 1211 on the blade body 121.
[0191] Specifically, when the guide vanes 120 are in the open state, there is an angle between the guide vanes 120 and the plane containing the air outlet 11, forming an airflow channel between adjacent guide vanes 120. At this time, part of the airflow blown out of the duct will flow outward along the airflow channel, and another part can flow outward through the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121. In this way, the air supply effect of the air handling equipment 1 is improved by utilizing the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121.
[0192] When the air handling unit 1 supplies air outward through the regulating component 100, in addition to generating a first airflow flowing outward along the air guide channel, a second airflow also flows outward through the air outlet 1211. The direction of the second airflow is different from that of the first airflow. Under the counteracting effect of the second airflow on the first airflow, the flow rate of the first airflow can be slowed down, preventing strong winds from being blown out of the air outlet 11. This makes the air supply effect of the air handling unit 1 gentler and improves the user comfort of the air handling unit 1.
[0193] It should be noted that the diameter of the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121 is small, and the airflow in the duct will still preferentially flow outward through the air guide channel between adjacent guide blades 120. Therefore, most of the airflow in the duct will flow out through the air guide channel between adjacent guide blades 120, and only a small portion of the airflow will flow out through the air outlet 1211. This small portion of airflow passing through the air outlet 1211 can play a good role in counteracting and mixing the airflow, thereby reducing the outlet airflow velocity. At the same time, it will not have a significant impact on the overall air supply direction and air supply area of the regulating component 100, thus ensuring the air supply regulation effect of the regulating component 100.
[0194] When the guide vanes 120 are closed, they are generally parallel to the plane of the air outlet 11. All guide vanes 120 of the adjusting assembly 100 can be located on the same straight line, with only a small installation gap between adjacent guide vanes 120. At this time, the airflow blown out of the duct flows outward primarily through the air outlet holes 1211 on the vane body 121. Because the diameter of the air outlet holes 1211 is small and the opening area of the vane body 121 is limited, the airflow rate from the air outlet holes 1211 of each guide vane 120 is relatively small, resulting in a smaller air volume and lower air velocity in the air handling unit 1.
[0195] For example, when the air handling unit 1 is heating, the air guide vanes 120 can be closed, and hot air is delivered outward solely through the air outlets 1211 on each air guide vane 120. Because the hot air velocity is low, the air resistance of the vane body 121 to the hot air is small, and the hot air can be stably output outward through the air outlets 1211 on the vane body 121. Furthermore, by outputting hot air outward solely through the air outlets 1211 on the vane body 121, the flow rate of the hot air can be limited, maintaining the indoor space at a suitable temperature and reducing the energy consumption of the air handling unit 1.
[0196] The plurality of air outlet holes 1211 are evenly distributed on the surface of the blade body 121. This ensures sufficient opening area on the blade body, allowing the second airflow passing through the air outlet holes 1211 to have sufficient air volume, effectively reducing the velocity of the first airflow and softening the airflow from the air handling unit 1. Furthermore, because the air outlet holes 1211 are evenly distributed across the blade body 121, the pressure exerted by the second airflow on the blade body 121 is evenly distributed across it, resulting in good stress uniformity and improving the reliability and service life of the blade body 121.
[0197] For example, the air outlets 1211 can be arrayed on the surface of the blade body 121. Multiple rows of air outlets 1211 are arranged sequentially along the height direction of the blade body 121 (the height direction of the blade body 121 is, for example, the width direction of the air outlets 1211), with each row including multiple air outlets 1211 arranged sequentially along the width direction of the blade body 121. Adjacent rows of air outlets 1211 can be staggered, wherein each air outlet 1211 in one row can be located between two adjacent air outlets 1211 in another row.
[0198] The area occupied by the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121 can be 45%-85% of the total area of the blade body 121, that is, the opening rate of the blade body 121 can be 45%-85%. In this way, the blade body 121 has a sufficient opening area to ensure that the flow area of the blade body 121 itself is sufficient, and the airflow flowing out through the air outlet 1211 of the blade body 121 reaches a certain flow rate, which can achieve an effective air softening effect.
[0199] For example, the opening ratio of the blade body 121 can be between 50% and 60%. In this way, more than half of the area of the blade body 121 is occupied by the air outlet 1211, ensuring sufficient airflow through the air outlet 1211. Furthermore, this avoids an excessively large opening ratio in the blade body 121, meeting the requirements for the opening processing of the blade body 121 and guaranteeing the structural strength and reliability of the blade body 121.
[0200] Figure 18 is a cross-sectional view of the guide vane in Figure 17. Referring to Figure 18, the guide vane 120 is cut off in the middle region of a row of air outlets 1211 along the width direction of the guide vane 120. Based on the air outlets 1211 on the blade body 121, this embodiment also designs the extension direction of the air outlets 1211. The air outlets 1211 do not extend along the thickness direction of the blade body 121, but are designed to extend at an angle.
[0201] Figure 20 is a front view of the air guide structure in Figure 3. Figure 21 is a partial enlarged view of the air guide blade at point A in Figure 20 when it is in a vertical position. In conjunction with Figures 20 and 21, this embodiment also designs the shape of the air guide blade 120 in the adjustment assembly 100. The air guide blade 120 further adjusts the air delivery direction, enhancing the flexibility of the adjustment assembly 100 in adjusting the air delivery area, thereby further expanding the air delivery coverage area of the air guide structure 20.
[0202] For ease of explanation, in this embodiment, the opposite sides of the blade body 121 of the guide vane 120 are defined as the first guide side 1212 and the second guide side 1213, respectively. The first guide side 1212 and the second guide side 1213 are located on both sides of the central axis of the blade body 121. When the air handling equipment 1 is in operation and the guide vane 120 is in the open air outlet 11 state, the first guide side 1212 of the blade body 121 is located at the outer position of the air outlet 11, and the second guide side 1213 of the blade body is located at the inner position of the air outlet 11.
[0203] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the two side surfaces of the blade body 121 in the thickness direction are defined as the first surface 1214 and the second surface 1215, respectively. When the guide vane 120 is in the open state and the guide vane 120 is tilted to the same side as the air outlet 11, the first surface 1214 of the blade body 121 faces the inside of the air outlet 11, while the second surface 1215 of the blade body 121 faces the outside of the air outlet 11 (see Figure 3).
[0204] In addition, this embodiment defines a reference plane A for the blade body (see Figure 21). The reference plane A is the orthographic projection plane of the blade body 121, which is a projection plane formed by orthographically projecting the blade body 121. Furthermore, the reference plane A of the blade body 121 includes the central axis of the blade body 121, or in other words, the central axis of the blade body 121 passes through the reference plane A.
[0205] It is understandable that, taking the blade body 121 shown in Figures 17 and 18 as an example of a flat plate, the first surface 1214 and the second surface 1215 of the blade body 121 are both planes, and the thickness of the blade body 121 is uniform. In this case, the center plane in the thickness direction of the blade body 121 is the reference plane A, and the first surface 1214 and the second surface 1215 of the blade body 121 are both parallel to the reference plane A.
[0206] Taking the guide vane 120 located on the left side of the air outlet 11 along its length as an example, when the guide vane 120 is in the open state and tilted to the left of the air outlet 11, the air delivery angle of the guide vane 120 is tilted to the left of the air outlet 11. At this time, the first guide side 1212 of the blade body 121 faces the outside of the air outlet 11, the second guide side 1213 of the blade body 121 faces the inside of the air outlet 11, the first surface 1214 of the blade body 121 faces the inside of the air outlet 11, and the second surface 1215 of the blade body 121 faces the outside of the air outlet 11.
[0207] In this embodiment, from the first surface 1214 to the second surface 1215 of the blade body 121, the air outlet 1211 can be tilted toward the side where the first air guide side 1212 of the blade body 121 is located. That is, the central axis of the air outlet 1211 extends tilted toward the first air guide side 1212, the angle between the central axis of the air outlet 1211 and the reference plane A of the blade body 121 on the side where the first air guide side 1212 is located is less than 90°, while the angle between the central axis of the air outlet 1211 and the reference plane A of the blade body 121 on the side where the second air guide side 1213 is located is greater than 90°.
[0208] Thus, when the guide vanes 120 are in the open state, in the air supply direction of the adjusting assembly 100, the angle between the extending direction of the air outlet 1211 and the side of the blade body 121 near the air outlet 11 is an acute angle, and the air outlet direction of the air outlet 1211 tends to be in the guiding direction of the blade body 121. The directional difference between the direction of the first airflow flowing outward along the air guide channel between adjacent guide vanes 120 and the direction of the second airflow flowing outward through the air outlet 1211 is less than 90°.
[0209] When the guide vanes 120 deflect towards the same side of the outlet 11, and the first airflow from the guide channel between adjacent guide vanes 120 deflects towards the same side of the outlet 11, the second airflow from the outlet holes 1211 of the blade body 121, while not significantly deflected towards the same side of the outlet 11, also does not significantly deflect towards the other side of the outlet 11. Simultaneously, the flow rate of the second airflow is significantly less than that of the first airflow. Therefore, the second airflow has a smaller impact on the overall airflow direction of the regulating component 100, ensuring the accuracy of the regulating component 100 in adjusting the airflow direction and airflow area.
[0210] Taking the guide vane 120 on the left side near the air outlet 11 as an example, when the guide vane 120 deflects to the left side of the air outlet 11, the first airflow flowing out from the air guide channel between adjacent guide vanes 120 deflects to the left side of the air outlet 11, and the flow direction of the second airflow flowing out from the air outlet hole 1211 of the blade body 121 can be roughly towards the front of the air outlet 11, or the flow direction of the second airflow can also be slightly deflected to the left side of the air outlet 11.
[0211] Therefore, by tilting the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121 towards the first air guide side 1212 from the first surface 1214 to the second surface 1215, the second airflow flowing out of the air outlet 1211 can counteract the first airflow flowing out along the air guide channel, making the air delivery of the regulating component 100 more gentle. At the same time, it can also reduce the interference of the second airflow on the overall air delivery direction of the regulating component 100, ensuring the air delivery regulation accuracy of the regulating component 100.
[0212] Specifically, the angle between the extension direction of the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121 and the reference plane A is in the range of 30°-60°.
[0213] Using a deflection angle of 45° between the blade body 121 and the same side of the air outlet 11 as a reference, the angle between the blade body 121 and the perpendicular direction of the air outlet 11 (the direction perpendicular to the plane where the air outlet 11 is located) is 45°, and the angle between the blade body 121 and the plane direction of the air outlet 11 is also 45°. At this time, the degree of deflection of the blade body 121 is moderate, and the air supply angle of the adjusting component 100 is significantly deflected to the same side of the air outlet 11. Using this deflection angle to judge whether the air outlet direction of the air outlet 1211 is appropriate is more suitable.
[0214] Taking the guide vane 120 on the left side near the air outlet 11 as an example, when the angle between the extension direction of the air outlet 1211 and the reference plane A is 60°, the deflection angle of the vane body 121 towards the left side of the air outlet 11 is 45°, and the airflow blown out of the air outlet 1211 deflects 15 degrees to the right side of the air outlet 1211. When the angle between the extension direction of the air outlet 1211 and the reference plane A is 30°, the deflection angle of the vane body 121 towards the left side of the air outlet 11 is 45°, and the airflow blown out of the air outlet 1211 deflects 15 degrees to the left side of the air outlet 1211.
[0215] Therefore, the smaller the angle between the extension direction of the air outlet 1211 and the reference plane A, the closer the air outlet direction of the air outlet 1211 is to the overall air supply direction of the regulating component 100. Furthermore, when the deflection angle of the blade body 121 towards the same side of the air outlet 11 is greater than 45°, it indicates that the regulating component 100 has a more significant effect on guiding airflow towards the same side of the air outlet 11. Therefore, by designing the angle between the extension direction of the air outlet 1211 and the reference plane A to be less than or equal to 60°, when the regulating component 100 guides airflow towards the same side of the air outlet 11, the airflow from the air outlet 1211 will not be significantly directed towards the other side of the air outlet 11, resulting in a better overall regulating effect of the regulating component 100.
[0216] For example, the angle between the extending direction of the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121 and the reference plane A ranges from 40° to 50°. Continuing with the example of the guide blade 120 near the left side of the air outlet 11, when the angle between the extending direction of the air outlet 121 and the reference plane A is 50°, the deflection angle of the blade body 121 towards the left side of the air outlet 11 is 45°, and the second airflow blown from the air outlet 1211 deflects 5 degrees to the right side of the air outlet 1211. When the angle between the extending direction of the air outlet 1211 and the reference plane A is 30°, the deflection angle of the blade body 121 towards the left side of the air outlet 11 is 45°, and the second airflow blown from the air outlet 1211 deflects 15 degrees to the left side of the air outlet 1211.
[0217] Thus, when the air supply angle of the regulating component 100 is significantly deflected to the same side as the air outlet 11, the second airflow blown from the air outlet 1211 of the blade body 121 is roughly directed towards the front of the air outlet 11, or the second airflow blown from the air outlet 1211 is also deflected to the same side as the air outlet 11. This prevents the air outlet 1211 from affecting the overall air supply direction of the regulating component 100. Furthermore, the tilt of the air outlet 1211 is not too large, facilitating the machining of the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121. In addition, the space occupied by the air outlet 1211 in the planar direction of the blade body 121 is moderate, allowing for the machining of a sufficient number of air outlets 1211 on the blade body 121 to ensure the air supply volume of the air outlets 1211 of the blade body 121.
[0218] For example, the angle between the extension direction of the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121 and the reference plane A is 45°. Continuing with the example of the guide vane 120 near the left side of the air outlet 11, when the angle between the extension direction of the air outlet 121 and the reference plane A is 45°, the deflection angle of the blade body 121 towards the left side of the air outlet 11 is 45°. Therefore, the angle between the second airflow blown out of the air outlet 1211 and the perpendicular direction of the air outlet 11 is 0°, and the second airflow blows directly in front of the air outlet 11. Thus, when the air delivery angle of the adjusting assembly 100 is significantly deflected towards the same side as the air outlet 11, the airflow blown out of the air outlet 1211 is also deflected towards the same side of the air outlet 11.
[0219] Regarding the shape of the air outlet 1211 on the blade body 121, this embodiment does not impose specific limitations. The air outlet 1211 can have a relatively regular shape, as long as stress concentration is avoided. For example, the cross-sectional shape of the air outlet 1211 can be circular, elliptical, or regular polygonal. When the cross-sectional shape of the air outlet 1211 is a regular polygon, the cross-sectional shape of the air outlet 1211 can be, for example, a regular pentagon, a regular hexagon, or a regular octagon.
[0220] Air outlet holes 1211 of appropriate size can be machined on the blade body 121 according to its size. Taking a circular air outlet hole 1211 as an example, the diameter of the air outlet hole 1211 can be between 4mm and 9mm. In this way, the air outlet hole 1211 has a sufficient cross-sectional area to meet the air supply requirements and ensure that the air outlet holes 1211 on the blade body 121 have a certain air supply volume. Furthermore, the cross-sectional area of the air outlet hole 1211 is not too large, and a sufficient number of air outlet holes 1211 can be made on the blade body 121 to avoid the air outlet holes 1211 affecting the structural strength and reliability of the blade body 121.
[0221] For example, the diameter of the air outlet 1211 can be 4.5mm, 5.0mm, 5.5mm, 6.0mm, 6.5mm, 7.0mm, 7.5mm, 8.0mm, 8.5mm, etc.
[0222] Figure 19 is a schematic diagram of another air guide structure provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 20 is a front view of the air guide structure in Figure 19.
[0223] Referring to Figures 19 and 20, this embodiment also designs the shape of the air guide blade 120 in the adjustment component 100. The air guide blade 120 is used to further adjust the air delivery direction, enhance the flexibility of the adjustment component 100 in adjusting the air delivery area, and further expand the air delivery coverage area of the air guide structure 20.
[0224] Specifically, in this embodiment, at least a portion of the guide vanes 120 in the adjustment assembly 100 are configured with curved blade bodies 121. For these curved blade bodies 121, the central axis of the blade body 121 is used as the dividing line, and the blade body 121 has a first curved portion 1216 on one side of its central axis.
[0225] Figure 21 is a partially enlarged view of the guide vane in Figure 20 when it is in a vertical position. Referring to Figure 21, in some embodiments, when the guide vane 120 is in the open state, the first curved portion 1216 in the vane body 121 can be located outside the air outlet. At this time, the first guide side 1212 is the side of the first curved portion 1216 away from the central axis of the vane body 121, and the first curved portion 1216 causes the first guide side 1212 to be tilted towards one side of the vane body 121. Taking the reference plane A of the vane body 121 as a reference, the extension direction of the first guide side 1212 deviates from the reference plane A, and the extension line of the first guide side 1212 has an angle α with the reference plane A.
[0226] When the air handling unit 1 is in operation, an air guide channel is formed between the blade bodies 121 of adjacent guide vanes 120, and the airflow at the outlet 11 is blown to the outside along the air guide channel. Since one side of the blade body 121 is a first bend 1216, the first bend 1216 can generate a Coanda effect in the airflow passing through the air guide channel, changing the direction of the airflow. In turn, the air delivery direction of the regulating component 100 is changed, and the air delivery area of the air guide structure 20 is adjusted.
[0227] The Coanda effect, also known as the wall adhesion effect or Coanda effect, is a phenomenon in fluid mechanics. Specifically, it manifests as a fluid (water or air) deviating from its original flow direction and instead flowing along a convex surface. When surface friction (or fluid viscosity) exists between the fluid and the surface it flows over, the fluid will flow along that surface as long as the curvature is not too large.
[0228] Therefore, when the airflow in the duct flows towards the outlet 11, it passes over the surface of the first bend 1216, and friction occurs between the airflow and the surface of the first bend 1216. This changes the direction of the airflow, causing it to flow along the surface of the first bend 1216. Finally, when the airflow is blown to the outside through the blade body 121, it can flow along the extension direction of the first guide side 1212. In other words, the extension direction of the first guide side 1212 can be considered as the air delivery direction of the guide blade 120.
[0229] This configuration guides the airflow direction of the outlet 11 via the first guide side 1212, causing the airflow to flow along the extension direction of the first guide side 1212. The extension line of the first guide side 1212 forms an angle with the reference plane A where the blade body 121 is located, effectively changing the direction of the airflow that would normally flow along the extension direction of the reference plane A. Furthermore, the air delivery angle of the adjustment component 100 can be changed, making the air delivery structure 20 more flexible in adjusting the air delivery area and further expanding the air delivery coverage area of the air handling unit 1.
[0230] When the air handling unit 1 is in operation, since the first air guide side 1212 is the side from which the airflow exits the air guide channel, the first curved portion 1216 in the blade body 121 can be located on the outer side of the air outlet 11, on the first air guide side 1212. In this way, the airflow flows along the surface of the first curved portion 1216, and when the airflow is blown to the outside, it can flow along the extension direction of the first air guide side 1212, thereby changing the air delivery direction of the regulating component 100.
[0231] Furthermore, in order to expand the air delivery area of the adjustment component 100, the first curved portion 1216 can deflect the first guide side 1212 toward the same side as the air outlet 11. Referring to FIG21, with the guide blade 120 in a vertical state as a reference, when the guide blade 120 is perpendicular to the plane where the air outlet 11 is located, the extension line of the first guide side 1212 can extend toward the same side as the air outlet 11. Taking the position of the guide blade 120 closer to the left side of the length direction of the air outlet 11 as an example, the first guide side 1212 can deflect toward the left side of the air outlet 11. When the guide blade 120 is perpendicular to the plane where the air outlet 11 is located, the extension line of the first guide side 1212 can extend toward the left side of the air outlet 11.
[0232] To ensure the regulating assembly 100 has a large air supply coverage area, the guide vanes 120 are typically directed to the same side as the air outlet 11. For example, the guide vanes 120 on the left side of the length direction of the air outlet 11 direct airflow to the left side of the air outlet 11, and the guide vanes 120 on the right side of the length direction of the air outlet 11 direct airflow to the right side of the air outlet 11. By extending the extension line of the first guide side 1212 to the same side of the air outlet 11, the first guide side 1212 can further increase the air supply deflection angle of the guide vanes 120 when the guide vanes 120 direct airflow to the same side of the air outlet 11. This, in turn, expands the air supply area of the regulating assembly 100.
[0233] The airflow guidance of the aforementioned guide vanes to the same side of the air outlet is illustrated by the following two examples: For the guide vane 120 on the left side of the length direction near the air outlet 11, when the guide vane 120 guides air to the left side of the air outlet 11, the first guide side 1212 can further deflect the airflow angle of the guide vane 120 to the left side of the air outlet 11. For the guide vane 120 on the right side of the length direction near the air outlet 11, when the guide vane 120 guides air to the right side of the air outlet 11, the first guide side 1212 can further deflect the airflow angle of the guide vane 120 to the right side of the air outlet 11. This increases the airflow deflection angle of the airflow guidance structure 20 to both sides of the air outlet 11, expanding the airflow area and coverage of the airflow guidance structure 20.
[0234] Of course, in some embodiments, when the air handling device 1 is in operation, the first curved portion 1216 in the blade body 121 may also be located inside the air outlet 11. In this case, the second guide side 1213 is the side of the first curved portion 1216 away from the central axis of the blade body 121. Since the second guide side 1213 is the side where the airflow enters the guide channel, the airflow direction can be changed when the airflow enters the guide channel. After the airflow flows along the surface of the first curved portion 1216 in the guide channel, the airflow direction is changed. Furthermore, the airflow direction after exiting the guide blade 120 is also changed, thereby changing the air delivery direction of the regulating assembly 100.
[0235] At this time, in order to expand the air supply area of the adjustment component 100, the first curved portion 1216 can also deflect the second guide side 1213 toward the same side of the air outlet 11. When the guide blade 120 is perpendicular to the plane where the air outlet 11 is located, the extension line of the second guide side 1213 can extend toward the same side inside the air outlet 11. In this way, when the guide blade 120 needs to guide air toward the same side of the air outlet 11, the extension line of the first guide side 1212 of the guide blade 120 is made perpendicular to the plane where the air outlet 11 is located, or the extension line of the first guide side 1212 of the guide blade 120 is deflected toward the other side of the air outlet 11, so as to ensure that when the airflow flows outward from the air outlet 11, the whole flow is biased toward the same side of the air outlet 11.
[0236] Taking the guide vane 120 located on the left side of the air outlet 11 along its length as an example, when the guide vane 120 guides air to the left side of the air outlet 11, the extension line of the second guide side 1213 of the guide vane 120 located inside the air outlet 11 can be perpendicular to the plane where the air outlet 11 is located. Alternatively, the extension line of the second guide side 1213 of the guide vane 120 extends inward to the air outlet 11 and deflects to the right side of the air outlet 11. In this way, the guide vane 120 as a whole is deflected to the left side of the air outlet 11, which can achieve air guidance to the left side of the air outlet 11.
[0237] Thus, using the centerline along the length of the air outlet 11 as a boundary, when the air handling unit 1 is operating, the guide vane 120 located on the left side of the air outlet 11 can deflect to the left (for example, the guide vane 120 in the left adjustment component 100 of the two adjustment components 100 deflects to the left). Through the guiding effect of the first bending portion 1216, the air delivery angle and air delivery area to the left side of the air outlet 11 are expanded. Simultaneously, the guide vane 120 located on the right side of the air outlet 11 can deflect to the right (for example, the guide vane 120 in the right adjustment component 100 of the two adjustment components 100 deflects to the right). Through the guiding effect of the first bending portion 1216, the air delivery angle and air delivery area to the right side of the air outlet 11 are expanded. Therefore, the air delivery coverage area of the air handling unit 1 is significantly expanded.
[0238] Alternatively, the guide vanes 120 on both sides of the air outlet 11 can be deflected to the left (for example, the guide vanes 120 in both adjustment components 100 are deflected to the left). In this case, the angle at which all the guide vanes 120 on the left side of the air outlet deflect to the left is increased. Furthermore, the support member 110 in the right adjustment component 100 can be deflected to the left, causing the guide vanes 120 on it to deflect to the left by an increased angle. Even the support member 110 in the left adjustment component 100 can be deflected to the left, causing the guide vanes 120 on it to deflect to the left by an increased angle. Therefore, the angle at which the air handling unit 1 directs air to the left has a significant increase.
[0239] Similarly, the guide vanes 120 on both sides of the air outlet 11 can all deflect to the right (for example, the guide vanes 120 in both adjustment components 100 deflect to the right). At this time, the angle at which all the guide vanes 120 on the right side of the air outlet deflect to the right is increased. Furthermore, the support member 110 in the left adjustment component 100 can also deflect to the right, causing the guide vanes 120 on it to deflect to the right at an increased angle. Even the support member 110 in the right adjustment component 100 can deflect to the right, causing the guide vanes 120 on it to deflect to the right at an increased angle. Therefore, the angle at which the air handling unit 1 directs air to the right has a significant increase.
[0240] The following description will be based on the example that when the air handling equipment 1 is in operation, the first curved part 1216 of the blade body 121 of the air guide blade 120 is located outside the air outlet 11, and the first air guide side 1212 is deflected to the same side of the air outlet 11.
[0241] Specifically, taking a guide vane 120 located on the left side of the air outlet 11 along its length as an example, if the angle between the extension line of the first guide side 1212 of the guide vane 120 and its reference plane A is 30°, when the guide vane 120 is perpendicular to the plane of the air outlet 11, the angle between the extension line of its first guide side 1212 and the perpendicular line of the air outlet 11 (the line perpendicular to the plane of the air outlet 11) is 30°, thus achieving a 30° leftward deflection of the air delivery angle of the guide vane 120. When the guide vane 120 deflects 15° to the left, the angle between the extension line of its first guide side 1212 and the perpendicular line of the air outlet 11 is 45°, thus achieving a 45° leftward deflection of the air delivery angle of the guide vane 120.
[0242] Thus, when the guide vane 120 directs airflow to the same side of the outlet 11, the blade body 121 of the guide vane 120 deflects at a certain angle to the same side of the outlet 11. Combined with the angle between the first guide side 1212 of the blade body 121 and the reference plane A, this results in a larger deflection angle of the first guide side 1212 towards the same side of the outlet 11. This increases the airflow angle of the blade body 121, resulting in a larger airflow area and wider airflow coverage of the adjustment assembly 100.
[0243] Meanwhile, with a fixed air delivery angle for the guide vane 120, the deflection angle of the blade body 121 is the required air delivery angle minus the angle between the first guide side 1212 of the blade body 121 and the reference plane A, resulting in a smaller required deflection angle for the blade body 121. This reduces the rotation angle required by the drive motor 201 to rotate the blade body 121, thus reducing energy consumption of the drive motor 201, which helps save energy in the adjustment component 100 and lowers the overall energy consumption of the air handling unit 1.
[0244] Referring again to Figure 21, in some embodiments, in addition to designing one side of the blade body 121 as a first curved portion 1216, the other side of the blade body 121 can also be designed as a second curved portion 1217. That is, both sides of the central axis of the blade body 121 are designed as curved portions. Among them, the side of the second curved portion 1217 away from the central axis of the blade body 121 is the second air guide side 1213 of the blade body 121. The extension direction of the second air guide side 1213 also deviates from the reference plane A, and the extension line of the second air guide side 1213 has an angle with the reference plane A.
[0245] With the guide vane 120 in a vertical position as a reference, the guide vane 120 is perpendicular to the plane of the air outlet 11. The first guide side 1212 is located outside the air outlet 11, and its extension line extends to the same side of the air outlet 11. The second guide side 1213 is located inside the air outlet 11, and its extension line extends to the opposite side of the air outlet 11. Again, taking the guide vane 120 near the left side of the air outlet 11 as an example, when the guide vane 120 is perpendicular to the plane of the air outlet 11, the extension line of the first guide side 1212 located outside the air outlet 11 can extend to the left side of the air outlet 11, and the extension line of the second guide side 1213 located inside the air outlet 11 can extend to the right side of the air outlet 11.
[0246] With this configuration, for the guide vane 120 capable of 360° rotation, when the guide vane 120 rotates to the position where the second guide side 1213 of the vane body 121 is outside the air outlet 11, similar to when the first guide side 1212 is outside the air outlet 11, the second guide side 1213 also deflects to the left of the air outlet 11. In this way, the guide vane 120 can also rotate to the position where the second guide side 1213 is outside the air outlet 11. The guide vane 120 uses the second guide side 1213 to guide the airflow from the air outlet 11, increasing the airflow deflection angle of the guide vane 120.
[0247] When the air handling unit 1 is operating, the first guide side 1212 of the air guide vane 120 can be oriented towards the outside of the air outlet 11, or the second guide side 1213 of the air guide vane 120 can be oriented towards the outside of the air outlet 11. The air guide vane 120 can increase the airflow deflection angle using both the first and second guide sides 1212 and 1213. This eliminates limitations on the rotation angle of the air guide vane 120, making its control more flexible and its operation simpler. Furthermore, when installing the air guide vane 120, there is no need to distinguish between the first and second guide sides 1212 and 1213, reducing the positioning requirements and facilitating its installation. This improves assembly efficiency and reduces the probability of installation failure.
[0248] For example, the bending shape of the second bending portion 1217 can be completely consistent with the bending shape of the first bending portion 1216, and the blade body 121 of the guide vane 120 has a centrally symmetrical structure. When the rotation axis 122 of the guide vane 120 is located on the central axis of the blade body 121, the guide vane 120 as a whole has a centrally symmetrical structure.
[0249] In this way, whether the first air guide side 1212 is located outside the air outlet 11 or the second air guide side 1213 is located outside the air outlet 11, when the blade body 121 is deflected to a certain angle, the air delivery deflection angle of the air guide blade 120 is the same, which allows the air guide blade 120 to have the same air delivery adjustment effect. Furthermore, the air guide blade 120 has good structural symmetry, balanced force, better stability, and higher reliability. In addition, because the air guide blade 120 has a symmetrical structure, it is more operable during installation, eliminating the need to differentiate the positioning of the two sides of the air guide blade 120, resulting in higher installation efficiency and a better appearance of the adjustment assembly 100.
[0250] In other embodiments, only one side of the blade body 121 may be designed as the first curved portion 1216, while the other side of the blade body 121 may be designed as a straight portion. The extension direction of the straight portion may be designed based on the reference plane A of the blade body 121. The straight portion may extend along the extension direction of the reference plane A, and the center plane of the straight portion in the thickness direction may be located within the reference plane A.
[0251] When one side of the blade body 121 is a first curved portion 1216 and the other side is a straight portion, when installing the guide vane 120, the first curved portion 1216 and the first guide side 1212 of the blade body 121 can be oriented towards the outside of the air outlet 11. Furthermore, the rotation angle range of the guide vane 120 can be controlled so that the first curved portion 1216 of the blade body 121 is always located outside the air outlet 11, while the straight portion of the blade body 121 is always located inside the air outlet 11. This allows the first guide side 1212 to guide the airflow and change the air delivery angle of the guide vane 120.
[0252] Of course, as mentioned above, the straight portion of the blade body 121 can also be located outside the air outlet 11, while the first curved portion 1216 of the blade body 121 can be located inside the air outlet 11, using the first curved portion 1216 to adjust the flow direction of the airflow entering the air guide channel. This changes the air delivery angle of the guide blade 120. Further details will not be elaborated here.
[0253] Regarding the architectural design of all the guide vanes 120 in the entire regulating assembly 100, all the guide vanes 120 can be designed as curved surfaces. In this way, the air delivery deflection angle of the first air delivery side 1212 of all the guide vanes 120 can be increased. This can change the air delivery angle of the entire regulating assembly 100, thereby increasing the deflection angle of the entire air delivery area of the regulating assembly 100.
[0254] Alternatively, some of the guide vanes 120 can be designed as curved surfaces, while the rest remain flat. The curved guide vanes 120 can increase the airflow deflection angle of the corresponding area of the regulating component 100. The remaining flat guide vanes 120, on the other hand, allow the corresponding area of the regulating component 100 to maintain its original airflow deflection angle.
[0255] At this point, the guide vanes 120 closer to the end of the air outlet 11 can be designed as curved, while the guide vanes 120 closer to the center of the air outlet 11 can be designed as flat. The air deflection angle of the guide vanes 120 closer to the center of the air outlet 11 is smaller, while the air deflection angle of the guide vanes 120 closer to the end of the air outlet 11 is larger. From the center to the end of the air outlet 11, the air deflection angle of the regulating component 100 increases. In this way, the air delivery area of the regulating component 100 is larger, the air delivery coverage is wider, and the airflow is softer.
[0256] In the regulating component 100, whether only some of the guide vanes 120 are designed with a curved shape or all of the guide vanes 120 are designed with a curved shape, all the guide vanes 120 with curved shapes can maintain a consistent shape. In this way, the curved guide vanes 120 have a consistent air supply regulating effect on the corresponding area of the regulating component 100.
[0257] Alternatively, along the direction near the end of the air outlet 11, that is, from the center of the air outlet 11 to the end of the air outlet 11, the angle between the extension line of the first air guiding side 1212 of each of the curved air guide blades 120 and the reference plane A can gradually increase. In this way, from the center of the air outlet 11 to the end of the air outlet 11, the air delivery deflection angle of the regulating component 100 gradually increases, the air delivery area of the regulating component 100 is larger, the air delivery coverage is wider, and the air delivery area gradually expands outward, resulting in more dispersed airflow and gentler air delivery.
[0258] Referring to Figure 20, taking an air guide structure 20 with two adjusting components 100 as an example, when the air handling unit 1 is working, in the adjusting component 100 located on the left side of the outlet 11 along its length, the first guiding side 1212 of the curved guide blade 120 is deflected to the left side of the outlet 11. In the adjusting component 100 located on the right side of the outlet 11 along its length, the first guiding side 1212 of the curved guide blade 120 is deflected to the right side of the outlet 11. This expands the air delivery area of the air guide structure 20 to the left and right, increasing its air delivery coverage. Furthermore, by having the support members 110 of the two adjusting components 100 swing outwards relative to each other, the air delivery coverage of the air guide structure 20 can be further expanded.
[0259] The curved guide vane 120 will be described in detail below, specifically with regard to the first curved portion 1216 of the guide vane 120. It is understood that when the other side of the guide vane 120 is designed as a second curved portion 1217, and the shape of the second curved portion 1217 is exactly the same as that of the first curved portion 1216, the second curved portion 1217 also has the same characteristics.
[0260] Referring to Figure 21, the angle α between the extension line of the first guide side 1212 of the guide vane 120 and its reference plane A can range from 5° to 45°. Taking the plane direction of the guide vane 120 perpendicular to the air outlet 11 as a reference, when the angle α between the extension line of the first guide side 1212 and the reference plane A is 5°, the air delivery direction of the guide vane 120 deflects 5° towards the same side of the air outlet 11; if the guide vane 120 continues to deflect 85° towards the same side of the air outlet 11, the extension line of the first guide side 1212 will be parallel to the plane direction of the air outlet 11. When the angle α between the extension line of the first air guide side 1212 and the reference plane A is 45°, the air delivery direction of the air guide blade 120 deflects 45° to the same side as the air outlet 11; the air guide blade 120 continues to deflect 45° to the same side as the air outlet 11, so that the extension line of the first air guide side 1212 is parallel to the plane direction of the air outlet 11.
[0261] In this way, the guide vane 120 only needs to rotate within a small angle range to achieve a large air delivery area. The guide vane 120 can flexibly adjust the air delivery angle, changing the air delivery area of the adjustment assembly 100. Furthermore, the angle between the extension line of the first guide side 1212 and the reference plane A is not too large, the curvature of the first curved portion 1216 is appropriate, and the guide vane 120 does not obstruct the airflow. The overall wind resistance of the adjustment assembly 100 is very small, and it will not affect the air delivery volume of the air handling unit 1.
[0262] For example, the angle α between the extension line of the first air guide side 1212 and its reference plane A can be between 25° and 45°. By making the angle α between the extension line of the first air guide side 1212 and its reference plane A greater than or equal to 25°, when the air guide blade 120 is perpendicular to the plane of the air outlet 11, the deflection angle of the air delivery direction of the air guide blade 120 toward the same side of the air outlet 11 is greater than or equal to 25°. The first air guide side 1212 can significantly increase the air delivery deflection angle of the air guide blade 120, which can better expand the air delivery area of the adjustment assembly 100.
[0263] For example, the angle α between the extension line of the first air guide side 1212 and its reference plane A can be 25°, 28°, 30°, 32°, 35°, 38°, 40°, 42°, etc.
[0264] Referring again to Figure 21, the first curved portion 1216 of the blade body 121 can be a smooth curved portion, with a relatively gentle overall curvature. The first curved portion 1216 allows airflow to flow smoothly along its surface, changing the direction of airflow without obstructing it. The airflow flows smoothly out of the air guide channel along the first curved portion 1216, enabling the air handling equipment 1 to stably blow airflow to the outside.
[0265] Furthermore, the first curved portion 1216 may have only one curved apex 12161. That is, the first curved portion 1216 bends only once on one side of the thickness direction of the blade body 121. In order to achieve the first air guide side 1212 deflecting to the same side of the air outlet 11, the first curved portion 1216 may be slightly convex on the other side of the air outlet 11. In this way, the first curved portion 1216 avoids forming a continuously undulating wave surface, so as to prevent the first curved portion 1216 from changing the airflow direction multiple times, thus avoiding affecting the air delivery direction of the air guide blade 120 and ensuring the adjustment effect of the first curved portion 1216 on the air delivery deflection angle of the air guide blade 120. It can also prevent the airflow from becoming turbulent when flowing through the first curved portion 1216, so as to ensure that the airflow can flow out of the air guide blade 120 smoothly and orderly, so as not to lose the air delivery volume of the air handling equipment 1.
[0266] When the first curved portion 1216 has only one curved vertex 12161, the extension line of the first guide side 1212 extends toward one side of the reference plane A, while the curved vertex 12161 can be located on the other side of the reference plane A. Taking the guide blade 120 on the left side near the length direction of the air outlet 11 as an example, specifically taking the plane where the guide blade 120 is perpendicular to the air outlet 11 as a reference, the extension direction of the first guide side 1212 of the guide blade 120 can extend toward the left side of the reference plane A, while the curved vertex 12161 can be located on the right side of the reference plane A.
[0267] This avoids the extension line of the first guide vane 1212 and the bending apex 12161 of the first bending portion 1216 being located on the same side of the reference plane A, and prevents the first bending portion 1216 from being excessively skewed to one side of the guide vane 120. The guide vane 120 is generally flat with a small degree of curvature, resulting in less wind resistance. During long-term use, the guide vane 120 experiences less pressure from the airflow, resulting in higher reliability and a longer service life. Furthermore, the guide vane 120 remains generally flat, occupying less space and facilitating its placement on the support member 110.
[0268] For example, the first guide side 1212 of the first curved portion 1216, which is away from the central axis of the blade body 121, can have its centerline in the thickness direction located on the reference plane A. In this way, the bending shape of the first curved portion 1216 is constrained, and the first curved portion 1216 is limited to a smaller bending amplitude. This results in a smoother blade body 121, less obstruction to the fluid, and better meets the high-efficiency air delivery requirements of the air handling equipment 1.
[0269] When the other side of the blade body 121 is configured as a second curved portion 1217, and the second curved portion 1217 has the same shape as the first curved portion 1216, or when the other side of the blade body 121 is configured as a straight portion, the centerline of the second guide side 1213 of the blade body 121 in the thickness direction can also be located on the reference plane A. In this way, both sides of the guide blade body 121 are located on its reference plane A, and the overall design of the blade body 121 is more inclined to a planar shape, with a more regular shape, good air guiding effect, good stability, and high reliability.
[0270] In some embodiments, the number of adjustment components 100 is multiple, including a first adjustment component 100 and a second adjustment component 100. The multiple adjustment components 100 may also include a third adjustment component and a fourth adjustment component, etc. The number of adjustment components can be determined according to actual needs. The following description uses the first adjustment component and the second adjustment component as examples.
[0271] When the first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100 are in the first position, the length directions of the first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100 are on the same straight line; when the first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100 are in the second position, the ends of the first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100 that are close to each other extend forward toward the mounting bracket 300.
[0272] In the first position, the first and second adjustment components 100 are aligned along their length, forming a straight line. This alignment provides a basic airflow pattern, which can be used for standard or default airflow requirements. By aligning the two components, the airflow can be distributed along a uniform direction, ensuring airflow stability and consistency in the basic state.
[0273] In the second position, the adjacent ends of the first and second adjustment components 100 extend forward from the mounting bracket 300. This arrangement allows the adjustment components 100 to change the direction and coverage of the airflow in the second position. By allowing the adjacent ends to extend forward, the airflow guide structure can direct the airflow to a specific area, increasing the flexibility and coverage of the air supply. This configuration helps reduce blind spots and provides a more concentrated airflow distribution.
[0274] Specifically, through the coordinated operation of multiple adjustment components 100, the air guide structure can adapt to more complex air supply requirements and provide diverse airflow direction options. The configuration of adjustment components 100 in different positions ensures that the adjustment of airflow direction is more precise and controllable, and can be flexibly adjusted according to specific needs.
[0275] In some embodiments, the first adjustment component 100 has a first positioning portion 113, which is close to the second adjustment component 100; the second adjustment component 100 has a second positioning portion 114, which is close to the first adjustment component 100; the distance between the first positioning portion 113 and the second positioning portion 114 gradually increases in the front-to-back direction of the mounting bracket 300.
[0276] The first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100 each have a positioning part, which are located on adjacent sides of the two components. The positioning part helps to establish a reference point between the two adjustment components 100, which can ensure that the two components maintain a certain relative positional relationship when moving or adjusting.
[0277] In the front-to-back direction of the mounting bracket 300, the distance between the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 gradually increases, which can prevent interference between the first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100 during their movement.
[0278] In some embodiments, when the first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100 are in the first position, the front sides of the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 are close to each other; when the first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100 are in the second position, the rear sides of the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 are close to each other.
[0279] Understandably, in the first position, the front sides of the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 are close to each other, which can realize the symmetrical state of the first adjustment component 100 and the second adjustment component 100. Their positions correspond to each other to form a relatively closed structure, which can be used to concentrate airflow or reduce airflow dispersion.
[0280] In the second position, the rear sides of the first positioning part 113 and the second positioning part 114 are close to each other, and the positions of the two are also corresponding to each other, which can change the flow pattern of the airflow, so that the airflow changes its direction or gradually diffuses.
[0281] In some embodiments, the adjustment assembly 100 includes a carrier 110 and a plurality of guide vanes 120 disposed on the carrier 110.
[0282] By setting up the carrier 110, it is only necessary to control the movement of the carrier 110 relative to the mounting bracket 300 to drive the multiple air guide blades 120 to move synchronously, which can reduce the control difficulty of the adjustment component 100.
[0283] By adjusting the angle and position of the blades, precise control of airflow can be achieved to meet different air supply needs. This design helps reduce blind spots in air supply, optimize air distribution, and improve indoor comfort.
[0284] In some embodiments, the air guide vane 120 is disposed on the front side of the carrier 110.
[0285] By positioning the air guide vane 120 on the front side of the carrier 110, closer to the air outlet area, the air guide vane 120 can guide and adjust the airflow just as it leaves the air outlet area, thereby achieving more timely and effective airflow control.
[0286] In addition, the air guide blade 120 is located on the front side of the support member 110, making it less likely to be blocked by other components. The length of the air guide blade 120 can be set to be longer to improve the air guiding effect.
[0287] In some embodiments, as the adjustment component 100 moves along a set path between a first position and a second position, the adjustment component 100 moves toward the front center of the mounting bracket 300.
[0288] When the regulating component 100 moves along a set path between the first and second positions, its movement towards the front center ensures that the airflow is effectively guided and concentrated as it leaves the outlet area, reducing airflow scattering and dispersion. This configuration helps achieve more focused airflow control, improving the efficiency and effectiveness of air delivery.
[0289] In some embodiments, a third position is provided between the first position and the second position; when the adjustment component 100 is in the third position, the limiting member can restrict the movement of the adjustment component 100, and the length direction of the adjustment component 100 forms a second angle with the length direction of the mounting bracket 300, the second angle being smaller than the first angle.
[0290] An intermediate position, namely the third position, is added between the first and second positions. This provides an intermediate state for the adjustment component 100, making airflow control more flexible and precise to adapt to more diverse air supply needs.
[0291] When the adjusting component 100 is in the third position, the limiting member can restrict its further movement, ensuring the stability and safety of the adjusting component 100 in the third position and preventing it from moving accidentally or deviating from the predetermined position.
[0292] In the third position, the angle formed between the adjustment component 100 and the mounting bracket 300 is smaller than the angle in the second position. The fact that the second angle is smaller than the first angle means that in the third position, the adjustment component 100 deflects less. This smaller deflection angle provides a gentler airflow adjustment method, suitable for scenarios requiring slight adjustments to the airflow direction.
[0293] Referring to Figures 24 and 25, in some possible embodiments, the limiting member may include a cooperating second limiting shaft 1122 and a second limiting groove 320. One of the second limiting shaft 1122 and the second limiting groove 320 may be disposed on the mounting bracket 300, and the other of the second limiting shaft 1122 and the second limiting groove 320 may be disposed on the adjusting assembly 100.
[0294] When the adjustment component 100 is in the first position, the adjustment component 100 is in the retracted state, and the carrier 110 and the air guide vane 120 in the adjustment component 100 can be located inside the equipment body, and the equipment body can be in the standby state.
[0295] When the adjustment component 100 is in the second position, the adjustment component 100 is in the extended state. The carrier 110 and the air guide vane 120 in the adjustment component 100 can be located outside the equipment body. The equipment body can be in the working state, so that the equipment body can discharge air through the air guide vane 120 of the adjustment component 100, so as to regulate the air discharge process of the equipment body through the air guide vane 120.
[0296] When the adjusting component 100 moves relative to the mounting bracket 300 between the first position and the second position, the adjusting component 100 can slide to connect with the mounting bracket 300 through the cooperating second limiting shaft 1122 and the second limiting groove 320, making the movement of the adjusting component 100 relative to the mounting bracket 300 more stable and reducing the possibility of the adjusting component 100 disengaging from the mounting bracket 300.
[0297] For example, the second limiting shaft 1122 can be disposed on the adjusting assembly 100, such as at the bottom of the support member 110. The second limiting groove 320 can be disposed on the mounting bracket 300, so that the second limiting shaft 1122 located on the bottom plate of the support member 110 can pass through the second limiting groove 320, thereby enabling the adjusting assembly 100 to slide in connection with the mounting bracket 300 through the cooperating second limiting shaft 1122 and the second limiting groove 320.
[0298] In some possible implementations, the second limiting groove 320 may have a first limiting portion 321 and a second limiting portion 322, with the first limiting portion 321 located near the rear side of the mounting bracket 300 and the second limiting portion 322 located near the front side of the mounting bracket 300. The second limiting shaft 1122 is movable between the first limiting portion 321 and the second limiting portion 322 along the extending direction of the second limiting groove 320.
[0299] For example, when the second limiting shaft 1122 is located at the first limiting part 321, the first limiting part 321 can restrict the movement of the second limiting shaft 1122, so that the adjusting component 100 can be in the first position. The cooperating first limiting part 321 and second limiting shaft 1122 can at least restrict the movement of the adjusting component 100, so that the adjusting component 100 will not detach from the mounting bracket 300.
[0300] When the second limiting shaft 1122 is located at the second limiting part 322, the second limiting part 322 can restrict the movement of the second limiting shaft 1122, so that the adjusting component 100 can be in the second position. The cooperating second limiting part 322 and the second limiting shaft 1122 can at least restrict the movement of the adjusting component 100, so that the adjusting component 100 will not detach from the mounting bracket 300.
[0301] It should be noted that the first limiting part 321 can be located at the first end of the second limiting groove 320. The first limiting part 321 can be set as part of the inner wall of the end of the second limiting groove 320, so that it can abut against the second limiting shaft 1122 through part of the inner wall of the first end of the second limiting groove 320, so that the second limiting shaft 1122 will not disengage from the second limiting groove 320.
[0302] The second limiting part 322 can be located at the second end of the second limiting groove 320. The second limiting part 322 can be set as a part of the inner wall of the end of the second limiting groove 320, so that it can abut against the second limiting shaft 1122 through the part of the inner wall of the second end of the second limiting groove 320, so that the second limiting shaft 1122 will not disengage from the second limiting groove 320.
[0303] Referring to Figures 22-25, in some possible embodiments, the limiting member further includes a cooperating first limiting shaft 1123 and a first limiting groove 310, one of the first limiting shaft 1123 and the first limiting groove 310 being disposed on the mounting bracket 300, and the other of the first limiting shaft 1123 and the first limiting groove 310 being disposed on the adjusting assembly 100.
[0304] For example, the first limiting shaft 1123 can be disposed at the bottom of the support member 110. The first limiting groove 310 can be disposed on the mounting bracket 300, so that the first limiting shaft 1123 located on the bottom plate of the support member 110 can pass through the first limiting groove 310, thereby enabling the adjustment component 100 to be slidably connected to the mounting bracket 300 through the cooperating first limiting shaft 1123 and the first limiting groove 310.
[0305] In the extending direction of the mounting bracket 300, compared with the first limiting shaft 1123 and the first limiting groove 310, the second limiting shaft 1122 and the second limiting groove 320 can be closer to the middle of the mounting bracket 300, so that the second limiting shaft 1122 and the second limiting groove 320 can better restrict the movement of the adjustment component 100 relative to the mounting bracket 300.
[0306] In some possible implementations, the first end of the first limiting groove 310 may be close to the edge of the mounting bracket 300, and the second end of the first limiting groove 310 may be close to the middle of the mounting bracket 300.
[0307] For example, when the adjusting component 100 moves from the first position to the second position, the first limiting shaft 1123 can move toward the second end of the first limiting groove 310; when the adjusting component 100 moves from the second position to the first position, the first limiting shaft 1123 can move toward the first end of the first limiting groove 310.
[0308] When the adjustment component 100 moves from the first position to the second position, the first limiting shaft 1123 can move toward the second end of the first limiting groove 310, and the second limiting shaft 1122 can move toward the second limiting part 322 within the second limiting groove 320, so that the adjustment component 100 can move toward the front middle of the mounting bracket 300, and the air guide vane 120 in the adjustment component 100 can more easily blow air into the room, thereby improving the air outlet effect of the air guide vane 120 in the adjustment component 100.
[0309] When the adjustment component 100 moves from the second position toward the first position, the first limiting shaft 1123 can move toward the first end of the first limiting groove 310, and the second limiting shaft 1122 can move toward the first limiting part 321 within the second limiting groove 320, so that the adjustment component 100 can move toward the rear side of the mounting bracket 300, thereby realizing the retraction process of the adjustment component 100.
[0310] For example, in the front-rear direction of the mounting bracket 300, the first limiting groove 310 can be close to the rear side of the mounting bracket 300, so that the rotation direction of the adjusting component 100 can be closer to the front side of the mounting bracket 300, and the adjusting component 100 can be more easily extended from the front side of the mounting bracket 300.
[0311] The first limiting groove 310 can extend circumferentially along the output shaft of the drive motor 210, making it easier for the drive motor 210 to control the rotation of the carrier 110 relative to the mounting bracket 300. This reduces the distance between the output shaft of the drive motor 210 and the first limiting shaft 1123 in the first limiting groove 310. The drive motor 210 can drive the carrier 110 to rotate relative to the mounting bracket 300 through the transmission component 220, making the arrangement of the transmission component 220 more convenient.
[0312] In some possible implementations, the second limiting groove 320 may also be provided with a third limiting part 323, which is located between the first limiting part 321 and the second limiting part 322 in the extending direction of the second limiting groove 320.
[0313] When the second limiting shaft 1122 is located at the third limiting part 323, the adjusting component 100 is in the third position, and the cooperating third limiting part 323 and second limiting shaft 1122 can restrict the movement of the adjusting component 100. In the length direction of the mounting bracket 300, the third limiting part 323 is closer to the middle of the mounting bracket 300 than the first limiting part 321 and the second limiting part 322.
[0314] When the adjusting component 100 is in the third position, the limiting member can restrict its further movement, ensuring the stability and safety of the adjusting component 100 in the third position and preventing it from moving accidentally or deviating from the predetermined position.
[0315] In the third position, the angle formed between the adjustment component 100 and the mounting bracket 300 is smaller than the angle in the second position. The fact that the second angle is smaller than the first angle means that in the third position, the adjustment component 100 deflects less. This smaller deflection angle provides a gentler airflow adjustment method, suitable for scenarios requiring slight adjustments to the airflow direction.
[0316] The air guide structure 20 also includes a first motor 600 and a second motor 400, which are connected to the adjustment assembly 100. The first motor 600 and the second motor 400 drive the adjustment assembly 100 to move, thereby enabling the adjustment assembly 100 to adjust the air delivery angle.
[0317] In this application, when the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 drive the adjustment assembly 100 to move, they can drive both the carrier 110 and the guide vanes 120 on the carrier 110 to move. Of course, they can also drive the carrier 110 and the guide vanes 120 to move simultaneously.
[0318] It is understandable that by driving the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 to move each guide vane 120 on the support member 110, the position of each guide vane 120 relative to the support member 110 can be changed. At this time, the angle between each guide vane 120 and the plate surface of the support member 110 in a certain direction changes, so that each guide vane 120 deflects towards one side of the air outlet, thereby achieving the effect of adjusting the air delivery angle of the air guiding structure 20.
[0319] It is also understandable that the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 drive the carrier 110 to move. At this time, the position of the carrier 110 relative to the air outlet changes, and the distance between the carrier 110 and the basic air duct wall changes. Furthermore, since the guide vanes 120 are set on the carrier 110, each guide vane 120 on the carrier 110 also moves with the carrier 110. At this time, even if the position of the guide vanes 120 relative to the carrier does not change, the position of the guide vanes 120 relative to the air outlet is changed, which can also achieve the effect of adjusting the air delivery angle of the air guiding structure 20.
[0320] Of course, if the position of the support component 110 relative to the air outlet changes, and the position of the guide vane 120 also changes relative to the support component 110, this positional change can weaken or even eliminate the limitation of the air duct on the deflection angle of the guide vane 120. This increases the range of deflection angles of the guide vane 120 relative to the support component 110. When the deflection angle of the support component 110 relative to the air outlet is adjustable, adjusting the deflection angle of the guide vane 120 relative to the support component 110, based on changing the deflection angle of the support component 110, can further increase the range of deflection angles of the guide vane 120 relative to the air outlet, thereby increasing the air delivery angle of the air guiding structure 20. This expands the range of air delivery angles of the air guiding structure 20, allowing the air handling equipment to cover a larger air delivery area.
[0321] The number of air guide structures 20 in the device body can be two or more. As an optional implementation, there can be two air guide structures 20, which can be spaced apart along the length of the air outlet. Matching the air guide structures 20, there can also be two first motors 600 and two second motors 400. The two first motors 600 and two second motors 400 are respectively connected to the adjustment components 100 in the two air guide structures 20, and the first motors 600 and second motors 400 drive the corresponding adjustment components 100 to move.
[0322] In this way, the two regulating components 100 can deliver air to different areas respectively, and the two regulating components 100 have different air delivery areas, which can expand the air delivery area of the air guide structure 20 and expand the air delivery coverage area of the indoor unit 10 of the air handling equipment.
[0323] Two sets of motors, the first 600 and the second 400, independently drive the two regulating components 100. The air delivery areas of the two regulating components 100 can be adjusted independently, without any linkage between them. This allows the air handling unit to be adapted to different indoor layouts and usage needs. Users can flexibly adjust the air delivery areas of the two regulating components 100 according to actual conditions to meet the needs of different environments for different air delivery areas, ensuring that the airflow blown by the air handling unit is fully and effectively utilized and avoiding waste.
[0324] In some possible implementations, the first motor 600 may be directly mounted on the housing of the indoor unit 10, or the first motor 600 may be disposed on the mounting bracket 300. The first motor 600 is at least used to drive the carrier 110 to move relative to the mounting bracket 300 so as to adjust the position of the carrier 110 by means of the first motor 600.
[0325] The second motor 400 can be directly installed on the housing of the indoor unit 10, or the second motor 400 can be installed on the mounting bracket 300. The second motor 400 is at least used to drive the air guide blade 120 to move relative to the carrier 110, so as to adjust the position of the air guide blade 120 by the second motor 400, thereby increasing the range of movement of the air guide blade 120.
[0326] It should be noted that the air guide structure 20 may include a mounting bracket 300, which allows the mounting bracket 300 to be used to mount the carrier 110, the first motor 600, and the second motor 400, etc. Alternatively, the air guide structure 20 may not include the mounting bracket 300, and the carrier 110, the first motor 600, and the second motor 400 may be directly mounted on the housing of the indoor unit 10, thereby reducing the number of components required for the air guide structure 20 and simplifying the structure of the indoor unit 10.
[0327] The following embodiments use the air guide structure 20 including the mounting bracket 300 as an example to describe the specific components of the air guide structure 20. It should be noted that the housing of the indoor unit 10 can be reused as the mounting bracket 300, so that the carrier 110, the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 can be directly installed on the housing of the indoor unit 10.
[0328] When it is necessary to guide the airflow of the indoor unit 10 through the air guide structure 20, the first motor 600 can drive the carrier 110 to move relative to the mounting bracket 300, and the second motor 400 can drive the air guide blade 120 to move relative to the carrier 110. This increases the range of movement of the air guide blade 120 relative to the mounting bracket 300, thereby controlling the air supply angle of the indoor unit 10. This allows the air guide structure 20 to adapt to different room layouts and user needs, helping to reduce blind spots in air supply and optimize airflow distribution.
[0329] The first motor 600 and the second motor 400 independently drive the carrier 110 and the guide vane 120, so that the guide vane 120 can move together with the carrier 110 to the outside of the air outlet, and the rotation angle of the guide vane 120 can be increased, thereby increasing the angle change of the guide vane 120 to the air outlet direction, improving the air guiding effect of the guide vane 120, and increasing the air supply area of the air handling equipment.
[0330] By independently controlling the air guide vane 120 and the carrier 110 with the first motor 600 and the second motor 400, the accuracy of airflow regulation is improved. Users can adjust the air delivery angle range of the air guide vane 120 or the carrier 110 as needed, reducing the possibility of interference between the first motor 600 and the second motor 400. The combination of the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 provides a wider adjustment range and flexibility to achieve complex airflow patterns to adapt to different room layouts and usage scenarios.
[0331] By adjusting the angles of the guide vanes 120 and the support member 110 respectively, a more uniform and effective airflow distribution can be achieved. Precise airflow control can reduce the operating time and energy consumption of air handling equipment (e.g., air conditioning equipment) using this guide structure 20, thereby improving overall energy efficiency. Since the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 are independently configured, individual motors can be replaced or adjusted as needed during later maintenance without requiring large-scale adjustments to the entire system, thus reducing maintenance costs. In some possible embodiments, the support member 110 may include an upper housing 211 and a lower housing 212 connected to each other. The upper housing 211 and the lower housing 212 form a receiving cavity 2101, which can provide a mounting base for other structures (e.g., the subsequent second transmission assembly 700, etc.) to provide a certain degree of support and protection for other structures.
[0332] It should be noted that the mounting bracket 300 can be used to install at the air outlet of the indoor unit 10. The mounting bracket 300 can be fixedly connected to the outer casing of the indoor unit 10. The top surface of the mounting bracket 300 can be used as the mounting base for the support member 110, so that the support member 110 can move relative to the mounting bracket 300, so that at least a part of the support member 110 can extend out of the air outlet of the indoor unit 10.
[0333] For example, the lower housing 212 of the carrier 110 can be used to mount the carrier 300, so that the carrier 110 can rotate relative to the carrier 300 via the lower housing 212. The upper housing 211 of the carrier 110 can be used to mount the air guide vane 120, so that the air guide vane 120 can rotate relative to the upper housing 211 of the carrier 110.
[0334] In some possible implementations, the first motor 600 can drive the carrier 110 to rotate about a preset axis 900 relative to the mounting bracket 300, and the output shaft of the first motor 600 can be spaced apart from the preset axis 900.
[0335] For example, the second motor 400 can drive the air guide blade 120 to rotate relative to the carrier 110, and the output shaft of the second motor 400 can be coaxially set with the preset shaft 900.
[0336] In other words, the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 can be set at intervals, and the output shafts of the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 do not overlap. This allows both the first motor 600 and the second motor 400 to be mounted on the surface of the mounting bracket 300 away from the support member 110, thereby reducing the required mounting thickness of the first motor 600 and the second motor 400, and thus reducing the overall height of the air guide structure 20 and the assembly space required for the air guide structure 20.
[0337] It should be noted that the preset shaft 900 of the carrier 110 can be used to represent the connecting shaft between the carrier 110 and the mounting bracket 300. For example, when there are two carriers 110 and the two carriers 110 are arranged side by side, the preset shaft 900 of the carrier 110 can be located at the edge of the carrier 110 (i.e., the side of the two carriers 110 that are far apart from each other), so that the end of the carriers 110 that is close to each other can extend out of the air outlet of the indoor unit 10.
[0338] When the carrier 110 rotates relative to the mounting bracket 300 around the preset axis 900, the first motor 600 can drive the carrier 110 to rotate, and one end of the carrier 110 near the middle of the air outlet can extend out of the air outlet, so that at least part of the guide vanes 120 on the carrier 110 can move to the outside of the air outlet.
[0339] In some possible implementations, the air guide structure 20 may also include a first transmission component 500, the output end of the first motor 600 being able to drive the carrier 110 to rotate relative to the mounting bracket 300 around a preset axis 900 via the first transmission component 500, so as to realize the adjustment process of the position of the carrier 110.
[0340] For example, the first transmission component 500 may include a cooperating gear 510 and an arc-shaped rack 520. The gear 510 is coaxially and fixedly connected to the output shaft of the first motor 600, and the output shaft of the first electrode can drive the gear 510 to rotate. The arc-shaped rack 520 is disposed on the support member 110, and the central axis of the arc-shaped rack 520 coincides with the preset shaft 900. The arc-shaped rack 520 meshes with the gear 510, so that the rotation of the gear 510 can drive the arc-shaped rack 520 to move around the preset shaft 900.
[0341] By adopting the above technical solution, when the first motor 600 drives the carrier 110 to rotate relative to the mounting bracket 300, the output end of the first motor 600 can drive the gear 510 to rotate, so that the gear 510 meshes with the arc-shaped rack 520 to drive the arc-shaped rack 520 to rotate around the preset axis, and the central axis of the arc of the arc-shaped rack 520 coincides with the preset axis 900, so that the arc-shaped rack 520 can rotate around the preset axis 900, and the gear 510 can rotate around the output shaft of the first motor 600, thereby realizing the rotation of the carrier 110.
[0342] Furthermore, since the first motor 600 drives the carrier 110 to move through the gear 510, the overall structure of the first motor 600 is fixed relative to the mounting bracket 300, allowing the first motor 600 to be directly mounted on the mounting bracket 300. The output shaft of the first motor 600 can pass through the mounting bracket 300, and the output shaft of the first motor 600 can be coaxially connected with the gear 510 located on the carrier 110, thereby providing a foundation for the installation and support of the first motor 600 through the mounting bracket 300.
[0343] For example, the arc-shaped rack 520 can be fixedly connected to the lower housing 212 of the support member 110. For instance, the support member 110 can be provided with a mounting groove 2121, and the arc-shaped rack 520 can be fixedly disposed in the mounting groove 2121 to reduce the thickness of the arc-shaped rack 520 extending out of the lower housing 212 and reduce the overall thickness of the support member 110.
[0344] The output shaft of the first motor 600 can pass through the mounting bracket 300, allowing the output shaft of the first motor 600 to extend to the lower housing 212 of the support member 110. The gear 510 is movably disposed within the mounting groove 2121, and the gear 510 meshes with the arc-shaped rack 520. When the gear 510 meshes with the arc-shaped rack 520 and drives the arc-shaped rack 520 to rotate around a preset axis, the gear 510 can move within the mounting groove 2121, ensuring that the gear 510 is always meshed with the arc-shaped rack 520.
[0345] It should be noted that the arc-shaped rack 520 has opposing inner and outer surfaces. The inner surface of the arc-shaped rack 520 faces the preset rotating axis, while the outer surface of the arc-shaped rack 520 faces away from the preset rotating axis.
[0346] The teeth of the arc-shaped rack 520 can be located on the outer surface of the arc-shaped rack 520, and the gear 510 can be located on the outer surface of the arc-shaped rack 520 and mesh with the teeth of the arc-shaped rack 520. Alternatively, the teeth of the arc-shaped rack 520 can be located on the inner surface of the arc-shaped rack 520, and the gear 510 can be located on the inner surface of the arc-shaped rack 520 and mesh with the teeth of the arc-shaped rack 520.
[0347] The central angle of the arc rack 520 is equal to the maximum rotation angle of the bearing 110 relative to the mounting bracket 300. The central angle of the arc rack 520 can be greater than or equal to 25 degrees, so that the maximum rotation angle of the bearing 110 relative to the mounting bracket 300 can be greater than or equal to 25 degrees.
[0348] In some possible implementations, the carrier 110 may be provided with a guide 1122. The guide 1122 can guide the carrier 110 to rotate about a preset axis 900 relative to the housing of the indoor unit 10.
[0349] It should be noted that the guide member 1122 can be used to guide and limit the rotation process of the carrier member 110, so that the force between the carrier member 110 and the mounting bracket 300 is more uniform, thereby making the rotation process of the carrier member 110 relative to the mounting bracket 300 more stable.
[0350] The guide member 1122 can guide the carrier member 110 to rotate around the preset axis 900 relative to the housing of the indoor unit 10. It can be understood that when the carrier member 110 is provided with the guide member 1122, the guide member 1122 can contact the mounting bracket 300 or the housing of the indoor unit 10, and the movement trajectory of the guide member 1122 is coaxially set with the carrier member 110.
[0351] For example, the mounting bracket 300 or the housing of the indoor unit 10 may be provided with a guide groove 320. The guide groove 320 can extend around a preset axis 900, so that the guide member 1122 can move around the preset axis 900 in the guide groove 320, thereby making the rotation process of the carrier member 110 more stable through the cooperating guide member 1122 and the guide groove 320.
[0352] The guide member 1122 can be located on the outer side of the arc-shaped rack 520. The guide member 1122 can face the outer side of the arc-shaped rack 520, and the guide member 1122 is away from the preset axis 900 relative to the arc-shaped rack 520. When the gear 510 meshes with the arc-shaped rack 520, so that the carrier member 110 can rotate around the preset axis relative to the housing of the indoor unit 10, the second motor 400 located on the inner side of the arc-shaped rack 520 and the guide member 1122 located on the outer side of the arc-shaped rack 520 can provide a certain support for the gear 510 and the arc-shaped rack 520 respectively, so that the force on the inner and outer sides of the arc-shaped rack 520 is more even, thereby improving the stability of the carrier member 110 during rotation relative to the mounting bracket 300.
[0353] In some possible implementations, the lower housing 212 is rotatably mounted on the mounting bracket 300, and the lower housing 212 is connected to the output shaft of the first motor 600, so that the lower housing 212 can be driven by the first motor 600 to rotate relative to the mounting bracket 300 around a preset axis.
[0354] The upper housing 211 of the support member 110 may be provided with air guide blades 120. There are multiple air guide blades 120, which are arranged sequentially at intervals along a first direction. The first direction may be parallel to the extension direction of the air outlet of the indoor unit 10, and the arrangement direction of the multiple air guide blades 120 may be parallel to the extension direction of the air outlet of the indoor unit 10.
[0355] The air guide structure 20 also includes a second transmission assembly 700, which is located within the receiving cavity 2101. The input end of the second transmission assembly 700 is connected to the second motor 400, and the output end of the second transmission assembly 700 is connected to the air guide blades 120, so that the second motor 400 can drive multiple air guide blades 120 to rotate relative to the carrier 110 through the second transmission assembly 700.
[0356] In some possible implementations, the second transmission assembly 700 includes a transmission link 710, an input link 720, and a plurality of output links 730. The output shaft of the second motor 400 may be connected to a guide vane 120.
[0357] The first end of the input link 720 is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor 400, and the second end of the input link 720 is rotatably connected to the transmission link 710, which extends along the first direction.
[0358] The output link 730 is arranged in parallel with the input link 720. The first end of the output link 730 is rotatably connected to the transmission link 710, and the second end of the output link 730 is fixedly connected to the corresponding guide vane 120.
[0359] The second motor 400 is used to drive the air guide blade 120 to change position. For example, the second motor 400 is used to drive the air guide blade 120 to change position relative to the carrier 110, such as driving the air guide blade 120 to translate and / or rotate relative to the carrier 110, so that the air guide blade 120 can swing.
[0360] In the extending direction of the support member 110, the transmission link 710 is movably connected to the support member 110. When the transmission link 710 moves along the extending direction of the adjustment assembly 100, it drives the guide vane 120 connected to the transmission link 710 to rotate relative to the support member 110, so that the guide vane 120 connected to the transmission link 710 can rotate relative to the support member 110, so that the guide vane 120 can adjust the air delivery angle, thereby changing the air delivery direction of the air guide assembly.
[0361] By setting up a transmission link 710 and connecting all the air guide vanes 120 on the adjusting assembly 100 to the transmission link 710, the air guide vanes 120 can be rotated relative to the support member 110 through the transmission link 710, ensuring the flexibility, smoothness, and efficiency of the air guide assembly's movement. The design of the transmission link 710 optimizes torque transmission and reduces energy loss. The design of the transmission link 710 further reduces friction and wear, improving the system's reliability.
[0362] In one possible implementation, the second motor 400 drives the guide vanes 120, which are connected to the second motor 400, to rotate relative to the support member 110, thereby causing the transmission link 710 connected to the guide vanes 120 to move along the extension direction of the adjustment assembly 100. When the transmission link 710 moves along the extension direction of the adjustment assembly 100, it can drive all the guide vanes 120 connected to the transmission link 710 to rotate relative to the support member 110, thereby adjusting the air delivery angle and changing the air delivery direction of the air guide assembly.
[0363] For example, the second motor 400 can be drivenly connected to the guide vane 120 located at the end of the adjustment assembly 100. This allows the second motor 400 to be located at one end of the adjustment assembly 100, reducing assembly difficulty.
[0364] Of course, in some other embodiments, the second motor 400 can also be connected to the guide vane 120 located near the center of the adjustment component 100. This allows the second motor 400 to have a portion of guide vane 120 on both sides of the extension direction of the adjustment component 100, which can optimize the distribution of driving force and reduce energy consumption. In the embodiments of this application, the setting position of the second motor 400 is not further limited.
[0365] By setting a second motor 400 and connecting it to one of the guide vanes 120, the rotation of the guide vanes 120 can drive the transmission link 710 connected to the guide vanes 120 to move, and drive the other guide vanes 120 connected to the transmission link 710 to rotate together. This reduces the assembly difficulty of the second motor 400 and provides precise motion control capabilities, thereby allowing for precise adjustment of the angle of the guide vanes 120 as needed, making airflow management more efficient and accurate.
[0366] In some other embodiments, the second motor 400 may also be connected to the transmission link 710, and the second motor 400 is used to drive the transmission link 710 to move along the extension direction of the adjustment assembly 100. This, in turn, drives the plurality of guide vanes 120 connected to the transmission link 710 to rotate.
[0367] By incorporating a second motor 400, precise motion control is provided, allowing for accurate adjustment of the angle of the guide vanes 120 as needed, resulting in more efficient and accurate airflow management. Connecting the second motor 400 to the transmission link 710 ensures that the transmission link effectively transmits the rotational motion of the second motor 400 to the guide vanes 120, guaranteeing flexibility, smoothness, and efficiency in motion.
[0368] In one possible implementation, the transmission link 710 is arranged along the extension direction of the adjustment assembly 100 and is connected to all the guide vanes 120 of the adjustment assembly 100.
[0369] By setting the transmission link 710 as a connecting rod, its structure can be simplified, its manufacturing process is simple, its cost is low, and it is suitable for mass production and application. Furthermore, the transmission link 710 is a simple and reliable mechanical structure that can effectively convert the rotational motion of the motor into the linear or oscillating motion of the guide vanes 120, contributing to improved system reliability and durability. Due to the geometric characteristics of the transmission link 710, it can provide precise motion control, allowing the guide vanes 120 to make precise angle adjustments within a set range, thereby achieving more precise airflow management.
[0370] Of course, in other embodiments, the transmission link 710 may also be a crank-connecting rod mechanism, a gear 510 rack mechanism, a cam mechanism, an eccentric wheel mechanism, an electric push rod, a stepper motor or servo motor drive, a pneumatic or hydraulic cylinder gear 510, a universal joint or ball joint, etc. In the embodiments of this application, the specific structure of the transmission link 710 is not further limited.
[0371] In some possible implementations, the first motor 600 may be fixedly mounted on the side of the mounting bracket 300 away from the carrier 110, the output end of the first motor 600 passes through the mounting bracket 300, and the output end of the first motor 600 is connected to the carrier 110.
[0372] The second motor 400 is movably mounted on the side of the mounting bracket 300 away from the carrier 110. The mounting bracket 300 is provided with a clearance opening 330, through which the second motor 400 is connected to the carrier 110.
[0373] It should be noted that by setting the first motor 600 in the middle of the support member 110 (the second motor 400 is located at the end of the support member 110), the second motor 400 can be fixed relative to the mounting bracket 300. The mounting bracket 300 will not interfere with the use of the second motor 400, making the rotation process of the support member 110 more stable. Therefore, there is no need to open the clearance opening 330 or other structures in the mounting bracket 300, making the structure of the mounting bracket 300 simpler.
[0374] In summary, the air guide structure 20 includes an adjustment component 100, a first motor 600, and a second motor 400. The following description uses an example where the air guide structure 20 includes a mounting bracket 300: the mounting bracket 300 is installed inside the housing of the indoor unit 10 and can be located near the air outlet of the indoor unit 10. The adjustment component 100 includes a support member 110 and air guide blades 120. The support member 110 is movably mounted on the mounting bracket 300, and the air guide blades 120 are movably mounted on the support member 110, thereby allowing the support member 110 to move relative to the mounting bracket 300 and the air guide blades 120 to move relative to the support member 110.
[0375] A first motor 600 is mounted on the mounting bracket 300. The first motor 600 is at least used to drive the carrier 110 to move relative to the mounting bracket 300, so as to adjust the position of the carrier 110. A second motor 400 is mounted on the mounting bracket 300. The second motor 400 is at least used to drive the guide vane 120 to move relative to the carrier 110, so as to adjust the position of the guide vane 120, thereby increasing the range of motion of the guide vane 120.
[0376] When it is necessary to guide the airflow of the indoor unit 10 through the air guide structure 20, the first motor 600 can drive the carrier 110 to move relative to the mounting bracket 300, and the second motor 400 can drive the air guide blade 120 to move relative to the carrier 110. This increases the range of movement of the air guide blade 120 relative to the mounting bracket 300, thereby controlling the air supply angle of the indoor unit 10. This allows the air guide structure 20 to adapt to different room layouts and user needs, helping to reduce blind spots in air supply and optimize airflow distribution.
[0377] For example, when it is necessary to guide the airflow of the indoor unit 10 through the air guide structure 20, the first motor 600 can drive the carrier 110 to move relative to the mounting bracket 300, so that at least part of the carrier 110 can extend out of the air outlet, thereby driving part of the air guide blades 120 on the carrier 110 to extend out of the air outlet. The second motor 400 drives the air guide blades 120 to move relative to the carrier 110, so as to further change the rotation angle of the air guide blades 120.
[0378] The first motor 600 and the second motor 400 independently drive the carrier 110 and the guide vane 120, so that the guide vane 120 can move together with the carrier 110 to the outside of the air outlet, and the rotation angle of the guide vane 120 can be increased, thereby increasing the angle change of the guide vane 120 to the air outlet direction, improving the air guiding effect of the guide vane 120, and increasing the air supply area of the air handling equipment.
[0379] This application provides an indoor unit 10, including an air guide structure 20 and a first heat exchanger, wherein the air guide structure 20 is disposed on the air outlet side of the first heat exchanger.
[0380] In some possible implementations, the indoor unit 10 is provided with an air outlet; the air outlet is provided with an air guide plate that can move relative to the air outlet; and the air guide structure 20 is provided on the inner side of the air guide plate.
[0381] This application provides an indoor unit, including a first heat exchanger and an air guiding structure as described in any of the above embodiments.
[0382] In some possible implementations, the indoor unit is provided with an air outlet; the air outlet is provided with an air guide plate, the air guide plate being movable relative to the air outlet; the air guiding structure is disposed on the inner side of the air guide plate.
[0383] The air handling unit includes a compressor and a second heat exchanger, both of which are connected to the compressor.
[0384] This application provides an air handling device, which includes, but is not limited to, air conditioning equipment, humidifiers, dehumidifiers, ventilation equipment, heat recovery ventilation systems, air purifiers, and fresh air systems. In this application embodiment, an air conditioning unit is used as an example for description. Since air conditioning equipment can include wall-mounted air conditioners, floor-standing air conditioners, central air conditioning systems, ducted air conditioners, etc.
[0385] It should be noted that in some other embodiments, the adjusting component 10 can rotate around the base point 13 and can also translate relative to the mounting surface m in a direction away from the mounting surface m. Rotation and translation can be performed simultaneously, or translation can be performed first followed by rotation, or vice versa. In the embodiments of this application, the order of rotation and translation of the adjusting component 10 is not further limited. The embodiments or implementation methods in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to mutually. The above descriptions are merely specific embodiments of this application, but the protection scope of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this application should be included within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this application should be determined by the protection scope of the claims.
Claims
1. An air guiding structure, installed at the air outlet of an air handling unit, characterized in that, The air guiding structure includes: An adjustment assembly includes a support member and air guide vanes movably connected to the support member; the support member extends along the length direction of the air outlet, and each of the air guide vanes is arranged sequentially along the plate surface of the support member; A drive assembly that drives the carrier to change position relative to the air outlet, and the drive assembly also drives each of the air guide blades to change position relative to the carrier.
2. The air guiding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The driving component includes: A drive motor, used to provide driving force; A transmission component is connected between the drive motor and the adjustment assembly. The transmission component drives the carrier component to move, and one of the drive motor and the transmission component drives each of the guide vanes to swing.
3. The air guiding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The transmission component includes: The first transmission unit is connected to the drive motor in a transmission manner; The second transmission unit is connected between the first transmission unit and the carrier member, and drives the carrier member to move; The drive motor drives each of the air guide blades to swing.
4. The air guiding structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second transmission unit is located on the side of the first transmission unit closer to the carrier.
5. The air guiding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The motion modes in which the driving component drives the adjustment component to move include a first motion mode and a second motion mode. The first motion mode is: the carrier moves and the guide vanes oscillate; The second motion mode is: the carrier remains stationary while the air guide blades oscillate.
6. The air guiding structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, When in the second motion mode, the carrier is located in the initial position or the extreme position; In the initial position, the support member is completely contained within the air outlet; in the extreme position, the support member extends at least partially beyond the air outlet.
7. The air guiding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The drive assembly drives the carrier to swing, thereby changing the angle between the carrier and the length direction of the air outlet.
8. The air guiding structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The air guide structure includes an adjustment component; The driving component is connected to the middle part of the length direction of the adjusting component, or the driving component is connected to one end of the length direction of the adjusting component.
9. The air guiding structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The number of the adjustment components is two, and the two adjustment components are spaced apart along the length direction of the air outlet. The number of drive components is two, and the two drive components are respectively connected to the two adjustment components.
10. The air guiding structure according to claim 9, characterized in that, The two drive components are symmetrically arranged about the center line between the two adjustment components as an axis of symmetry.
11. The air guiding structure according to claim 10, characterized in that, The two drive components are located at opposite ends of the two adjustment components.
12. The air guiding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The adjustment component also includes a linkage, and all the air guide blades are connected to the linkage. The drive component drives all the air guide blades to swing through the linkage.
13. The air guiding structure according to claim 12, characterized in that, The drive assembly is connected to one of the air guide blades, or the drive assembly is connected to the linkage.
14. The air guiding structure according to claim 12, characterized in that, The linkage is a connecting rod that extends along the extension direction of the bearing member and is connected to all the guide vanes.
15. The air guiding structure according to claim 14, characterized in that, The linkage component is disposed within the bearing component.
16. The air guiding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The air guide vane is located on the side of the carrier facing outward from the air outlet, and the drive assembly is located on the side of the carrier facing away from the air guide vane.
17. The air guiding structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, Also includes: A control unit, which is electrically connected to the drive assembly, controls the operation of the drive assembly.
18. The air guiding structure according to claim 17, characterized in that, The air guide structure further includes at least one second drive component, which is connected between two adjacent adjustment components and simultaneously drives the carriers in the two adjustment components to move.
19. The air guiding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Includes mounting brackets and limiting components: The adjustment component is movably mounted on the mounting bracket; When the adjustment component is in the first position, the adjustment component is located inside the mounting bracket; when the adjustment component is in the second position, at least a portion of the adjustment component extends out of the mounting bracket. The limiting member is disposed on the mounting bracket, and the limiting member can restrict the adjustment component from moving relative to the mounting bracket along a set path between the first position and the second position.
20. The air guiding structure according to claim 19, characterized in that, The adjustment component is rotatably mounted on the mounting bracket; When the adjustment component is in the first position, the limiting member can restrict the movement of the adjustment component, and the length direction of the adjustment component is parallel or approximately parallel to the length direction of the mounting bracket; When the adjustment component is in the second position, the limiting member can restrict the movement of the adjustment component, the length direction of the adjustment component forms a first angle with the length direction of the mounting bracket, and at least a portion of the adjustment component extends forward out of the mounting bracket.
21. The air guiding structure according to claim 19, characterized in that, The number of adjustment components is multiple, and the multiple adjustment components include a first adjustment component and a second adjustment component; When the first adjustment component and the second adjustment component are in the first position, the length directions of the first adjustment component and the second adjustment component are on the same straight line. When the first adjustment component and the second adjustment component are in the second position, the ends of the first adjustment component and the second adjustment component that are close to each other extend forward from the mounting bracket.
22. The air guiding structure according to claim 21, characterized in that, The first adjustment component has a first positioning part, which is close to the second adjustment component; the second adjustment component has a second positioning part, which is close to the first adjustment component. In the front-to-back direction of the mounting bracket, the distance between the first positioning part and the second positioning part gradually increases.
23. The air guiding structure according to claim 22, characterized in that, When the first adjustment component and the second adjustment component are in the first position, the front sides of the first positioning part and the second positioning part are close to each other; When the first adjustment component and the second adjustment component are in the second position, the rear sides of the first positioning part and the second positioning part are close to each other.
24. The air guiding structure according to claim 23, characterized in that, The number of the air guide blades is multiple.
25. The air guiding structure according to claim 24, characterized in that, The air guide vanes are located on the front side of the carrier.
26. The air guiding structure according to claim 19, characterized in that, As the adjustment component moves along a set path between the first position and the second position, the adjustment component moves toward the front center of the mounting bracket.
27. The air guiding structure according to claim 20, characterized in that, A third position is provided between the first position and the second position; When the adjustment component is in the third position, the limiting member can restrict the movement of the adjustment component, and the length direction of the adjustment component forms a second angle with the length direction of the mounting bracket, the second angle being smaller than the first angle.
28. The air guiding structure according to claim 19, characterized in that, The limiting component includes a cooperating second limiting shaft and a second limiting groove, one of the second limiting shaft and the second limiting groove is disposed on the mounting bracket, and the other of the second limiting shaft and the second limiting groove is disposed on the adjusting component; The second limiting groove has a first limiting part and a second limiting part, the first limiting part being close to the rear side of the mounting bracket and the second limiting part being close to the front side of the mounting bracket; the second limiting shaft can move between the first limiting part and the second limiting part along the extending direction of the second limiting groove; When the second limiting shaft is located at the first limiting part, the adjusting component is in the first position, and the cooperating first limiting part and second limiting shaft can restrict the movement of the adjusting component; When the second limiting shaft is located at the second limiting part, the adjusting component is in the second position, and the cooperating second limiting part and the second limiting shaft can restrict the movement of the adjusting component.
29. The air guiding structure according to claim 28, characterized in that, The limiting component also includes a cooperating first limiting shaft and a first limiting groove, one of the first limiting shaft and the first limiting groove being disposed on the mounting bracket, and the other of the first limiting shaft and the first limiting groove being disposed on the adjusting component; In the extending direction of the mounting bracket, the second limiting shaft and the second limiting groove are closer to the middle of the mounting bracket than the first limiting shaft and the first limiting groove.
30. The air guiding structure according to claim 29, characterized in that, The first end of the first limiting groove is close to the edge of the mounting bracket, and the second end of the first limiting groove is close to the middle of the mounting bracket; When the adjusting component moves from the first position toward the second position, the first limiting shaft moves toward the second end of the first limiting groove; when the adjusting component moves from the second position toward the first position, the first limiting shaft moves toward the first end of the first limiting groove.
31. The air guiding structure according to claim 29, characterized in that, In the front-rear direction of the mounting bracket, the first limiting groove is close to the rear side of the mounting bracket; the first limiting groove extends circumferentially along the output shaft of the drive motor.
32. The air guiding structure according to claim 28, characterized in that, The second limiting groove is provided with a third limiting part, and in the extending direction of the second limiting groove, the third limiting part is located between the first limiting part and the second limiting part; When the second limiting shaft is located at the third limiting part, the adjusting component is in the third position, and the cooperating third limiting part and the second limiting shaft can restrict the movement of the adjusting component.
33. The air guiding structure according to claim 32, characterized in that, Along the length of the mounting bracket, the third limiting portion is located near the middle of the mounting bracket relative to the first limiting portion and the second limiting portion.
34. The air guiding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drive assembly includes a first motor for mounting on the housing of the indoor unit; the first motor is at least used to drive the carrier to move relative to the housing of the indoor unit. A second motor is installed in the housing of the indoor unit; The second motor is used at least to drive the air guide blades to rotate relative to the carrier.
35. The air guiding structure according to claim 34, characterized in that, The first motor can drive the carrier to rotate around a preset rotating shaft relative to the housing of the indoor unit, and the output shaft of the first motor is spaced apart from the preset rotating shaft; The second motor can drive the air guide blades to rotate relative to the carrier, and the output shaft of the second motor is coaxially arranged with the preset rotating shaft.
36. The air guiding structure according to claim 35, characterized in that, The air guide structure also includes a first transmission component, which includes a cooperating gear and an arc-shaped rack; The gear is coaxially and fixedly connected to the output shaft of the first motor, the arc-shaped rack is disposed on the bearing member, and the central axis corresponding to the arc-shaped rack coincides with the preset rotating shaft.
37. The air guiding structure according to claim 36, characterized in that, The support member is provided with a mounting groove, and the arc-shaped rack is fixedly installed in the mounting groove; The gear is movably disposed within the mounting slot, and the gear meshes with the arc-shaped gear.
38. The air guiding structure according to claim 34, characterized in that, The carrier is provided with a guide member, which can guide the carrier to rotate relative to the housing of the indoor unit around a preset pivot axis.
39. The air guiding structure according to claim 38, characterized in that, The air guiding structure also includes a first transmission component; The guide member is movable relative to the guide groove around the preset rotating shaft, and the guide member is located outside the first transmission assembly.
40. The air guiding structure according to claim 34, characterized in that, The air guide structure includes a mounting bracket, which is installed on the housing of the indoor unit, and the support member is movably mounted on the mounting bracket.
41. The air guiding structure according to claim 40, characterized in that, The support member includes an upper shell and a lower shell connected together, the upper shell and the lower shell forming a receiving cavity; The lower housing is rotatably mounted on the mounting bracket and is connected to the output shaft of the first motor; the upper housing is provided with the air guide blades.
42. The air guiding structure according to claim 41, characterized in that, The air guiding structure also includes a second transmission component, which is located within the receiving cavity; The input end of the second transmission component is connected to the second motor, and the output end of the second transmission component is connected to the guide vane.
43. The air guiding structure according to claim 42, characterized in that, The number of the air guide blades is multiple, and the multiple air guide blades are arranged at intervals along the first direction; The second transmission assembly includes a transmission link, an input link, and multiple output links; The first end of the input link is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor, and the second end of the input link is rotatably connected to the transmission link, which extends along the first direction; The output link is arranged parallel to the input link, the first end of the output link is rotatably connected to the transmission link, and the second end of the output link is fixedly connected to the corresponding air guide blade.
44. The air guiding structure according to claim 40, characterized in that, The first motor is fixedly mounted on the side of the mounting bracket away from the carrier, the output end of the first motor passes through the mounting bracket, and the output end of the first motor is connected to the carrier. The second motor is movably mounted on the side of the mounting bracket away from the carrier. The mounting bracket is provided with a clearance opening, through which the second motor is connected to the carrier.
45. The air guiding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The air guide blade includes a blade body, on which a plurality of air outlet holes are distributed, and the air outlet holes penetrate both sides of the blade body in the thickness direction. The blade body includes a first air guide side and a second air guide side arranged opposite to each other; when the air guide blade is in the open state, the first air guide side is located outside the air outlet, and the second air guide side is located inside the air outlet.
46. The air guiding structure according to claim 45, characterized in that, From the first surface of the blade body to the second surface of the blade body, the air outlet extends obliquely toward the first air guide side; Wherein, the first surface and the second surface are the two sides of the blade body in the thickness direction; when the air guide blade is tilted to the same side of the air outlet, the first surface faces the inside of the air outlet and the second surface faces the outside of the air outlet.
47. The air guiding structure according to claim 46, characterized in that, The angle between the extension direction of the air outlet and the reference plane is in the range of 30°-60°. The reference plane is the orthographic projection of the blade body, and the reference plane passes through the central axis of the blade body.
48. The air guiding structure according to claim 47, characterized in that, The angle between the extension direction of the air outlet and the reference plane is in the range of 40°-50°.
49. The air guiding structure according to claim 48, characterized in that, The angle between the extension direction of the air outlet and the reference plane is 45°.
50. The air guiding structure according to claim 45, characterized in that, The cross-sectional shape of the air outlet includes at least one of the following: circular, elliptical, and regular polygonal.
51. The air guiding structure according to claim 50, characterized in that, When the air outlet is a circular hole, the diameter of the air outlet is 4mm-9mm.
52. The air guiding structure according to claim 45, characterized in that, The air outlet holes are evenly distributed on the surface of the blade body.
53. The air guiding structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the aforementioned air guide blades is arranged sequentially along the length of the carrier.
54. The adjustment assembly according to claim 53, characterized in that, When the air guide blades are perpendicular to the plane where the air outlet is located, the extension lines of the first air guide side of each air guide blade extend toward the same end of the air outlet. Furthermore, along the direction near the end of the air outlet, the angle between the extension line of the first air guiding side of each air guide blade and the reference plane gradually increases.
55. An indoor unit, characterized in that, It includes the air guiding structure as described in any one of claims 1-54, and a first heat exchanger, wherein the air guiding structure is disposed on the air outlet side of the first heat exchanger.
56. The indoor unit according to claim 55, characterized in that, The indoor unit is equipped with an air outlet; The air outlet is provided with an air guide plate, which can move relative to the air outlet; the air guide structure is disposed on the inner side of the air guide plate.
57. An air handling device, characterized in that, It includes an indoor unit as described in claim 56, a compressor, and a second heat exchanger, both of which are connected to the compressor.
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