Ceiling fan including a communication module and a controller and method for controlling the same
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional ceiling fans lack the ability to enhance air circulation performance, particularly in partial room spaces, and do not effectively integrate with air conditioning products for unified temperature control, leading to inefficiencies in cooling and warming.
Innovation Solution
A ceiling fan design that includes a motor assembly, blades, and an electronic device with a communication module for internetworking with air conditioning products, allowing real-time control and coordination of airflow based on temperature, humidity, and dust levels, enabling improved air circulation and energy management.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Temperature
If a ceiling fan operates independently without internetworking, then the device complexity is low, but the air circulation performance and temperature uniformity are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The ceiling fan is merged with air conditioning products through internetworking, allowing coordinated operation to achieve uniform temperature distribution. The control unit receives information from air conditioning products and adjusts fan operation accordingly, combining the functions of multiple devices for integrated temperature control.
Solution Approach 2:
The ceiling fan system achieves multi-functionality by internetworking with air conditioning products, enabling it to not only provide basic air circulation but also contribute to integrated temperature control and energy management across multiple devices.
2Productivity
If the ceiling fan operates alone, then the ease of operation is high, but the cooling and warming efficiency are insufficient
Solution Approach 1:
The ceiling fan system performs self-service through automated control based on information received from air conditioning products. The control unit automatically adjusts fan operation according to temperature data and operational status of connected air conditioning devices, eliminating the need for manual intervention while improving cooling and warming efficiency.
Solution Approach 2:
The system implements feedback control by receiving information from air conditioning products about temperature and operational status, then using this feedback to adjust fan operation for optimized cooling and warming efficiency.
3Loss of energy
If multiple air conditioning products operate independently, then the device complexity is low, but the energy consumption is high
Solution Approach 1:
Multiple air conditioning products are merged into a coordinated system through the ceiling fan's control unit, which receives information from all connected devices and manages their operation collectively. This integration enables energy optimization by coordinating the operation of multiple devices rather than having them operate independently.
Solution Approach 2:
The ceiling fan control system achieves multi-functionality by managing not only the fan itself but also coordinating multiple air conditioning products, enabling integrated energy management across the entire system.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution enhances air circulation, minimizes stagnation, and improves cooling/warming efficiency by integrating with air conditioning products, providing a more comfortable and uniform room environment while reducing energy consumption and user operation complexity.
Implementation Method 1
a motor assembly connected with the shaft to provide rotational power
Implementation Method 2
a plurality of blades coupled to the motor assembly to rotate... The ceiling fan may circulate air in a room by using wind generated by the rotation of the blades
Data Source
AI summary
A ceiling fan according to an embodiment of the present disclosure comprises: a shaft coupled onto a ceiling or a wall surface of an indoor space; a motor assembly connected to the shaft to provide rotational power; a plurality of blades coupled to the motor assembly to be rotated; and an electronic component unit coupled to the shaft and positioned in an inner space of the motor assembly, wherein the electronic component unit includes a communication module for interworking with an air conditioning product installed in the indoor space, and a control unit for controlling the air conditioning product and the for assembly.