JPH04126940A - Air conditioner - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To get a comfortable environment capable of providing a high quality sleeping to an occupant by a method wherein a set temperature is changed after a specified time elapses from a going-to-bed time to a getting up time in such a way as the temperature becomes a set temperature of a getting-up time when the occupant gets up. CONSTITUTION:A room temperature is controlled to a set temperature when an occupant goes to bed. Upon elapsing of a specified period of time, a range of variation of the room temperature up to a getting-up time is calculated. A range of variation of the room temperature and a room temperature set value at the time are calculated for every time of a certain period (some minutes to some tens minutes) and if the present time is before the getting-up time, the set room temperature is changed to the set getting-up time temperature at the time of getting-up. As a well-sleeping mode is turned on at the time t1, the set temperature is changed to the set temperature of going-to-bed time and then a room temperature is controlled to the set temperature of going-to-bed time until the time t2. At the time t2, a temperature variation range from t2 to t3 is calculated in reference to a time up to the getting-up time t3 and a temperature difference between the set temperature of going-to-bed time and the set temperature of getting-up time. The set temperature is gradually changed for every time interval in such a way the temperature becomes the temperature of getting-up time at the time t3. At the getting-up time t3, the temperature at the getting-up time is attained and the room temperature is controlled to the temperature of the getting-up time until the well-sleeping mode is turned off at the time t4.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION [Industrial Application Field] The present invention relates to an air conditioner that provides a comfortable environment for residents to enjoy good quality sleep.

[Prior art] Figures 25 and 26 are disclosed in Japanese Patent Application Laid-Open No. 62-225841.
FIG. 2 is a plan view of an operation section and a configuration diagram of a control circuit of an air conditioner as shown in the above publication. The conventional technology will now be explained with reference to figures.

As shown in FIG. 25, a thermosetting switch (16) is provided in the operation section (4) as an indoor temperature setting device. This thermo setting switch (16) is located at the position where the knob is sandwiched.
A normal temperature 1'' level of 2 to 32°C and a shift temperature L1 level of 12 to 22°C are provided facing each other. Lamps (light emitting diodes) (20a) and (20b) are provided at positions corresponding to these temperature scales, respectively. Furthermore, a shift switch (21) is provided above the thermosetting switch (16) in the operation section (4).

A timer time setting switch (13) and a timer changeover switch (14) are connected to the timer (6). This timer (6) counts the time set by the timer time setting switch (13) in accordance with the setting mode of the timer changeover switch (14). In addition, the thermo setting switch (2
9) and shift switch (21) to the temperature setting section (25).
). This temperature setting section (25) takes in the knob position of the thermo setting switch (29) as a set temperature corresponding to the normal temperature scale, and one of them is used as the operating state of the shift switch 21) and the timer (6). The selection is based on the count value. Note that the temperature setting section (25) lights up the lamp (20a) when the set temperature corresponding to the normal temperature 1'' is selected, and turns on the lamp (20b) when the set temperature corresponding to the shift temperature ITI is selected. ) has the function of lighting up.

On the other hand, (2) is a temperature sensor, and this indoor temperature sensor (2) is a temperature sensor.
) is connected to the indoor reading section (26). This indoor reading section (
26) supplies information corresponding to the temperature detected by the indoor temperature sensor (2) to the temperature comparison section (27). The temperature comparison section (27) compares the temperature set by the temperature setting section (25) and the temperature detected by the indoor temperature sensor (2).

Further, (28) is an operation control unit consisting of a microcomputer and its peripheral circuits, and for this operation control unit (28), a timer (6), a temperature comparison unit (27), a cold/warm selector switch (15), Run/stop switch (18), operation indicator lamp (19), fan motor (23M) (
24M), compressor motor (12M), four-way valve (22)
Connect.

In such a control circuit, the control operation when the 4-person timer mode is set is shown in Figures 27, 28, and 2.
This will be explained using FIG.

When performing heating operation in continuous mode at a set temperature of 23°C, for example, set the timer mode to ``1 person'' with the timer changeover switch (14), and then press the timer time setting switch (14).
3) to set an arbitrary time t, and shift switch (2).
1) Turn on. Then, the operation control unit (28) controls the compressor motor (12M) and fan motor (16M).
(17M) and completely stop heating operation. At the same time, the timer (6) starts counting. In other words, the heating operation is on standby.

During this standby, the temperature setting section (25) is switched to the shift switch (2
1) is in the on state, so the thermo setting switch (16)
A value 10 degrees lower than the thermo set value Ts (the knob position relative to the normal temperature scale on the right side), that is, "13°C" is taken as the new set temperature. This new set temperature corresponds to shift 1'' on the left. Note that the temperature setting section (25) turns on the lamp (20b).

During standby, the temperature comparison section (27) compares the temperature detected by the indoor temperature sensor (2) and the new set temperature.

Based on this comparison result, the operation control section (28) performs on/off control of the heating operation.

That is, as shown by the dashed line in FIG. 29, when the indoor temperature cools down to 13° C. or lower, the heating operation is turned on. Therefore, the indoor temperature can be maintained at a comfortable level of about 13°C.

After that, when the timer (6) finishes counting the set time, the temperature setting section (25) returns to the initial set temperature (236C
) again. In this way, the on/off control of the heating operation based on the comparison between the normal set temperature and the indoor temperature is restarted.

[Problems to be Solved by the Invention] As explained in the conventional example, when a conventional air conditioner is set to sleep mode during heating, for example, the set temperature is lowered by Qdeg from the previous set temperature to the set temperature for sleep. I was doing it. For this reason, the set temperature at bedtime is determined by the set temperature at waking up.

The temperature at which humans feel comfortable is determined by the amount of physical activity and amount of clothing worn. In other words, the comfortable temperature for the same user when awake varies depending on the situation.

However, when sleeping, unlike when awake, the amount of physical activity and amount of clothing of the same user remains almost constant.

In other words, the comfortable temperature at bedtime is not significantly different from the set temperature at bedtime the previous day. That is, the comfortable temperature when awake and the comfortable temperature when sleeping are independent.

In addition, room temperature conditions are important for obtaining quality sleep, but unlike when waking up, the set temperature during sleep can only be set when going to bed, so the quality of sleep depends on the temperature setting when going to bed. It has the characteristic of being determined.

Conventional air conditioners have the problem of not being able to get good quality sleep because the set temperature at bedtime is determined by the set temperature when awake. In addition, if you are exposed to the airflow from an air conditioner, you may feel uncomfortable when you go to bed or wake up, and you may not be able to get a good night's sleep. Another problem is that the humidity is high, especially when going to bed, making it uncomfortable to sleep. Another problem is that once the air conditioner is turned off, it takes time to create an environment when it is turned on again. Furthermore, even for the same user, the wake-up time may vary from day to day, and the temperature conditions that are comfortable to the user may change, and conventional air conditioners cannot cope with these changes.

This invention was made in order to solve the above-mentioned problems, and aims to provide an air conditioner that can provide a comfortable environment in which quality sleep can be obtained.

"Means for Solving the Problems" The air conditioner in the first invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector that detects room temperature, and a set temperature at the time of going to bed and a temperature at the time of waking up that are stored in advance. It has a set temperature and a wake-up time, and has means for changing the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up so that the set temperature is reached at the time of waking up.

The air conditioner in the second invention has a heating and cooling capacity variable device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector that detects the room temperature, and a preset wake-up temperature and wake-up time that are stored in advance. The dehumidification operation is performed until the time of waking up, and the set temperature is changed from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up so that the set temperature is reached at the time of waking up.

The air conditioner in the third invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector that detects the room temperature, and a preset temperature when entering the bed, a preset temperature when waking up, and a wake-up time. It has a means to change the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up so that it will reach the set temperature at the time of waking up. It has means for changing and re-memorizing the set temperature.

The air conditioner in the fourth invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device whose capacity can be varied, a first temperature detector that detects the room temperature, a second temperature sensor that detects the air outlet temperature, and a pre-stored bed entry time. It has a means to change the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed to the time of waking up, based on the set temperature, the set temperature at waking up, and the time of waking up, so that the set temperature is set at the time of waking up. This device has means for repeating blowout temperature control and room temperature control until the time of waking up.

The air conditioner in the fifth invention includes a variable heating/cooling capacity device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector that detects room temperature, and a preset temperature when entering the bed, a preset temperature when waking up, and a wake-up time. It has a means to change the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up so that it becomes the set temperature when waking up, and if there is sensory input from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up, the set temperature at that time will be changed This device has means for changing the set temperature at wake-up and re-memorizing the set temperature at wake-up.

The air conditioner in the sixth invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector that detects room temperature, and a preset temperature when entering the bed, a preset temperature when waking up, and a wake-up time. It has a means to change the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed to the time of waking up so that it becomes the set temperature at the time of waking up, and means to change and rememorize the set temperature at waking up if there is a sensory input after the time of waking up. It is something that has.

The air conditioner in the seventh invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector that detects the room temperature, and a wake-up time based on a pre-stored set temperature at bedtime, set temperature at wake-up, and wake-up time. The device has means for changing the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed to a certain time before the wake-up time so that the temperature reaches the setting temperature at the time of waking up a certain time before.

The air conditioner in the first invention includes a variable heating/cooling capacity device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector that detects room temperature, and a preset temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wakeup, and a wakeup time that are stored in advance. It has a means to change the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed to the time when you wake up so that it will be the set temperature when you wake up. It has a means to set the wake-up time.

The air conditioner according to the ninth invention includes a variable cooling/heating capacity device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector which detects room temperature, a drive circuit which can vary the direction of the blowout airflow, and a drive circuit which can vary the air volume of the blowout airflow. , having a means for changing the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed to the time of waking up so that the set temperature at waking up becomes the set temperature at waking up from the pre-stored set temperature at bedtime, set temperature at wake up, and wake up time, From the time you go to bed until a certain period of time and from the time you wake up until the time when sleep mode is turned off, the air conditioner's air outlet angle is closer to horizontal than normal and the air volume is reduced. After that, until the time of getting up, the blowing angle is made closer to horizontal than when going to bed and getting up, and the blowing air volume is reduced.

The air conditioner in the tenth invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device whose capacity can be varied, a temperature detector that detects room temperature, and a preset temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wakeup, and a wakeup time that are stored in advance. It has a means to change the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed to the time of waking up so that the set temperature is reached when waking up, and if the room temperature does not reach the set temperature even if the minimum capacity is reached during operation, the compressor is stopped. The airflow volume is set at a minimum angle at which the airflow is blown out into the non-residential area, and a means for monitoring the room temperature is provided.

[Function] The air conditioner in the first invention has a heating and cooling capacity variable device, a set temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wake-up, and a wake-up time that are stored in advance, and a temperature at the time of bed so that the set temperature at wake-up is reached at the time of waking up. Since the device has a set temperature change means that changes the set temperature after a certain period of time and when you wake up, you can set the set temperature during sleep that is independent of the set temperature when awake, and matches the amount of physical activity and amount of clothing during sleep. This creates a comfortable sleeping environment for the user.

The air conditioner in the second invention has a heating and cooling capacity variable device, a pre-stored wake-up temperature and a wake-up time, and performs a dehumidifying operation until a certain period of time after going to bed, so that the temperature reaches the wake-up set temperature when waking up. Since the device has a set temperature changing means for changing the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed to when waking up, a comfortable sleeping environment with low humidity is created from going to bed to sleeping.

The air conditioner in the third invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device, a set temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wake up, and a wake up time that are stored in advance, and a fixed time at the time of bed so that the set temperature at wake up is reached at the time of waking up. It has a set temperature change means that changes the set temperature later and when you wake up, and a means that changes the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up if there is sensory input after a certain period of time after going to bed. This creates a more comfortable sleeping environment for people.

The air conditioner in the fourth invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device, a set temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wake up, and a wake up time that are stored in advance, and a fixed time at the time of bed so that the set temperature at wake up is reached at the time of waking up. It has a set temperature change means that changes the set temperature after waking up, and a means that repeats the air outlet temperature control and room temperature control from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up, creating a more comfortable sleeping environment for the occupants. It's something you make.

The air conditioner in the fifth invention has a cooling/heating capacity control device, a set temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wake-up, and a wake-up time that are stored in advance, and a set temperature at the time of bed at the time of waking up. A set temperature changing means for changing the set temperature from after a certain period of time until the time of waking up, and a means for changing the set temperature at that time and the set temperature at the time of waking up when there is a sensory input from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up. This creates a more comfortable sleeping environment for residents.

The air conditioner in the sixth invention includes a cooling/heating capacity nJ variable device, a set temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wake up, and a wake up time that are stored in advance, and a constant temperature at the time of bed so that the set temperature at wake up is reached at the time of waking up. If there is a set temperature change means that changes the set temperature from after the time to when you wake up, and if there is sensory input after the time when you wake up,
Since it has a means to change the temperature set at the time of waking up, it creates a more comfortable environment for the occupants when they wake up.

The air conditioner in the seventh invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device, a preset temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wakeup, a wakeup time, and a fixed time at the time of bedtime to reach the set temperature at wakeup. A set temperature changing means is provided to change the set temperature after the time of waking up, and a set temperature changing means is set a certain time before the wake-up time so that the set temperature is set at the time of waking up, thereby creating a more comfortable environment for residents when they wake up. It is something that creates

The air conditioner in the first invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device, a set temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wake up, and a wake up time that are stored in advance, and a fixed time at the time of bed so that the set temperature at wake up is reached at the time of waking up. It has a set temperature changing means that changes the set temperature later when the resident wakes up, and a means that rememorizes the time when the air conditioner is stopped or the time when sleep mode is canceled as the wake-up time. This allows you to drive with the amount of sleep you need.

The air conditioner in the ninth invention includes a heating and cooling capacity variable device, a set temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wake up, and a wake up time that are stored in advance, and a fixed time at the time of bed so that the set temperature at wake up is reached at the time of waking up. The set temperature change means changes the set temperature after waking up, and the blowing angle of the air conditioner is set at an angle closer to horizontal than usual for a certain period of time after going to bed and when the sleep mode is turned off from the time of waking up. Reduce the blowout air volume,
From a certain time after going to bed to when you wake up, the air outlet angle is made closer to horizontal than when you go to bed and when you wake up, and the airflow volume is reduced. ,
The airflow from the air conditioner does not hit the occupants, creating a comfortable sleeping environment for the occupants.

The air conditioner in the seventh invention has a cooling/heating capacity r+J disguise, a preset temperature at bedtime, a set temperature at wakeup, and a wakeup time that are stored, and a constant temperature at the time of bedtime so that the temperature is set at the time of wakeup. A set temperature change means that changes the set temperature after hours or when you wake up, and when the room temperature does not reach the set temperature even if the minimum capacity is reached during operation, the compressor is stopped and the blowout air volume is set to the minimum. Since the device has a means for monitoring the room temperature based on the angle at which the air is blown into the non-inhabited area, it creates a comfortable sleeping environment that corresponds to the environment at that time.

[Example] Embodiments of the first invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 1 is an electrical circuit diagram showing an embodiment of an air conditioner according to the present invention. In the figure, (1) is the power switch,
(2) is a temperature detector, (3) is an A/D converter, (4)
1 is a switch unit for operating modes, etc., (5) is a microcomputer as a cooling/heating capacity calculation means that has cooling/heating capacity setting/changing means, a timer (6) for calculating the time from mode switching, and an input circuit (7). ,CPU
(8), a memory (9), and an output circuit (]O).

The heating and cooling capacity variable device (11) changes the rotation speed of the compressor 12) based on the output from the output circuit (10), thereby controlling the heating and cooling capacity.

The operation of the above embodiment will be explained using FIG. 2 and FIG. 3, taking cooling operation as an example. Figure 2 shows a microcomputer (5
) is a flowchart diagram showing operations based on a program stored in the computer. This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In step (101), the cumulative time of the timer (6) is reset and a new cumulative time is started. Step (102
), the set temperature is changed from the previous set temperature to the pre-stored set temperature upon entering the bed, and in step (103), the room temperature is controlled to the set temperature upon entering the bed. Stella Step (104)
It is determined whether a certain period of time (for example, 2 hours) has elapsed. When the certain period of time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step (105) to calculate the time until the wake-up time. In step (106), the change in room temperature until the wake-up time is calculated. Calculate the width. Step (107)
Now, take the timing to set the room temperature and wait for a certain period of time (several minutes to
every few minutes), proceed to the following steps. Step (1
In step 08), the room temperature setting value at that time is determined from the range of change in room temperature and the time at that time, and in step (109), room temperature control is performed. In step (110), if the current time is before the wake-up time, the process proceeds to step (107), and the room temperature set value is changed to the wake-up time set temperature at the wake-up time. When it is time to wake up, this step is exited and the room temperature is controlled to the set temperature at the time of waking up until the sleep mode is turned off.

FIG. 3 is a control characteristic diagram showing changes in the set temperature when cooling operation is performed based on this embodiment. The horizontal axis is time, and the vertical axis is set temperature.

When the sleep mode is turned on at time t1, the set temperature is changed to the temperature set at bedtime, and the room temperature is controlled to the set temperature at bedtime until time t2. At time t2, the temperature change width from t2 to t3 is calculated from the time up to wake-up time t3 and the temperature difference between the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake-up. The set temperature is gradually changed so that the temperature is reached at the same time. At wake-up time t3, the room temperature is set to the wake-up temperature, and the room temperature is controlled to the wake-up temperature until the sleep mode is turned off at time t4.

In this way, the temperature at the time of going to bed and at the time of waking up can be set regardless of the set temperature at the time of waking up, so that the room temperature can be maintained from the time of going to bed to the time of waking up, matching the amount of human body activity and amount of clothing at the time of sleeping.

Next, the operation of an embodiment of the second invention will be described using FIGS. 4 and 5, taking cooling operation as an example. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing operations based on a program stored in the microcomputer (5). This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In this embodiment, step (101) and step (104)
) is characteristic, and the other parts are the same as the operation of the first invention shown in FIG. 2, so the explanation will be omitted.

In step (202), until a certain period of time has elapsed,
Enters low humidity operation mode to keep humidity low.

FIG. 5 is a control characteristic diagram showing changes in the set temperature when cooling operation is performed based on this embodiment. The horizontal axis is time, and the vertical axis is set temperature.

When the sleep mode is turned on at time t1, the low humidity operation mode is entered and low humidity operation is performed until time t2.

At time t2, the temperature change range from t2 to t13 is calculated from the time up to wake-up time t3 and the temperature difference between the temperature at that time and the temperature at wake-up, and at time t3, the temperature change range is calculated from t2 to 13. Gradually change the temperature setting until the

At wake-up time t3, the room temperature is set to the wake-up temperature, and the room temperature is controlled to the wake-up temperature until the sleep mode is turned off at time t4.

In this way, the temperature when you wake up can be set regardless of the set temperature when you wake up, and since the operation keeps the humidity low from the time you go to bed until after a certain period of time, the temperature of the human body during sleep can be adjusted from the time you go to bed until the time you wake up. You can maintain a room temperature that matches your activity level and amount of clothing.

Next, the operation of an embodiment of the third invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7, taking cooling operation as an example. FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing operations based on a program stored in the microcomputer (5). This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In this embodiment, step (103) and step (104)
) between step (301) and step (302)
Since the other parts are the same as the operation of the first invention shown in FIG. 2, the explanation will be omitted.

When the sensory input is performed in step (301), the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake up are newly set in step (302), and the process proceeds to step (104). If there is no sensory input in step (301), step (104)
Step (103) continues until a certain period of time has elapsed.
Branch into.

FIG. 7 is a control characteristic diagram showing changes in the set temperature when cooling operation is performed based on this embodiment. The horizontal axis is time, and the vertical axis is set temperature.

When the sleep mode is turned on at time t1, the set temperature is changed to the set temperature at bedtime. If there is a sensory input at time tl-, the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake up are changed, and time t
The room temperature is controlled to the new temperature set at the time of admission until 2. time t
2, the temperature change range from t2 to 13 is calculated from the time up to wake-up time t3 and the temperature difference between the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake-up, and the temperature is set at time t3. The set temperature is changed at certain time intervals.

At wake-up time t3, the temperature reaches the wake-up setting temperature, and at time t4
The room temperature is controlled to the temperature you set when you wake up until you turn off sleep mode.

As mentioned above, if there is sensory input within a certain period of time after going to bed, the set temperature when going to bed and the set temperature when waking up are changed accordingly, so you can sleep comfortably according to your sensations at that time. You can create an environment.

Next, an embodiment of the fourth invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 8 is an electrical circuit diagram showing an embodiment of the air conditioner according to the fourth invention. (13) is a second temperature detector attached to the air outlet of the air conditioner to detect the air outlet temperature, and (14) is an A/D converter. The other parts are the same as those of the first invention shown in FIG. 1, so the explanation will be omitted.

The operation of this embodiment is shown in FIGS. 9 and 10, taking cooling operation as an example.
This will be explained using figures. Figure 9 shows the microcomputer (
5) is a flow chart diagram showing the operation based on the program stored in FIG. This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In this embodiment, step (106) and subsequent steps (4)
01) to step (413), and the other parts are the same as the operation of the first invention shown in FIG. 2, so the explanation will be omitted.

The room temperature control mode is set in step (401), and if it is not time to change the set temperature in step (402), the process proceeds to step (403). Step (40
The mode switching timer is reset in step 3), and step (
If the room temperature control mode is set in step (404), room temperature control operation is performed in step (405) so that the room temperature becomes the set temperature. If the certain period of time has not elapsed in step (406), room temperature control operation is performed again, and step (406)
406), when a certain period of time has elapsed, the step (,'
Proceeding to step 1.07), the blowout temperature control mode is set.

If it is determined in step (413) that it is not the wake-up time, the process branches to step (402) again. Step (404)
If the blowout temperature control mode is set in step (
Proceeding to step 408), a blowout temperature control operation is performed while detecting the blowout temperature with the second temperature detector so that the blowout airflow has a temperature comfortable for the occupant. Step (409
), if the predetermined time has not elapsed, the blowout temperature control operation is performed again, and if the predetermined time has elapsed in step (409), the process proceeds to step (410), where the room temperature control mode is set. If it is determined in step (413) that it is not the wake-up time, the process branches to step (402) again. When it is determined in step (402) that it is time to change the set temperature, the process proceeds to step (411), where the room temperature set value is calculated, and the room temperature control mode is set in step (412). If it is determined in step (413) that it is not the wake-up time, the process branches to step (402) again. If it is the wake-up time in step (413), this step is skipped and the room temperature is controlled to be the wake-up temperature until the sleep mode is turned off.

FIG. 10 is a control characteristic diagram showing changes in set temperature when cooling operation is performed based on this embodiment. The horizontal axis is time, and the vertical axis is set temperature.

When the sleep mode is turned on at time t1, the set temperature changes to the bedtime setting d9. will be changed from time to time. At time [2, the temperature change range from [2 to [3] is calculated from the time up to wake-up time t3 and the temperature difference between the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake-up, and the range of temperature change from [2 to [3] is calculated at time t3 at certain time intervals. Gradually change the temperature setting so that the temperature is the same as when you wake up. Further, from time t2 to time [3], a room temperature control operation in which the room temperature reaches the set temperature and a blowout temperature control operation in which the blowout airflow has a temperature comfortable for the occupants are alternately performed. At wake-up time t3, the temperature reaches the temperature at wake-up, and the room temperature is controlled to the temperature at wake-up until the sleep mode is turned off at time t4.

In this way, the room temperature control operation and the blowout temperature control operation are performed alternately from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up, so that a comfortable room temperature and a comfortable airflow temperature can be achieved.

Next, the operation of an embodiment of the fifth invention will be described using FIG. 11 and FIG. 12, taking cooling operation as an example. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing operations based on a program stored in the microcomputer (5). This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In this embodiment, the step (106) and the step (10
7) between step (501,) and step (50
2), and the other parts are the same as the operation of the first invention shown in FIG. 2, so the explanation will be omitted.

If there is sensory input in step (501), step (501)
In Step 02), the room temperature set temperature and the wake-up time set temperature are newly set, and the process proceeds to Step (107). Chip (40
If there is no sensory input in 1), proceed to step (107).

FIG. 12 is a control characteristic diagram showing changes in the set temperature when cooling operation is performed based on this embodiment. The horizontal axis is time, and the vertical axis is set temperature.

When the sleep mode is turned on at time t1, the set temperature is changed to the set temperature at bedtime. At time [2, wake-up time t
From the time up to t3 and the temperature difference between the set temperature when going to bed and the set temperature when waking up, [calculate the temperature change range from 2 to t3,
The set temperature is changed at certain time intervals so that the set temperature at wake-up is reached at time t3. If there is a sensory input at wake-up time t2-, for example, it is "hot", the room temperature set value and the wake-up temperature set value are changed, and after time t2-, the operation is performed by sliding as shown in the figure.

As mentioned above, if there is sensory input during sleep mode after a certain period of time after going to bed, the room temperature set value and wake-up temperature set value are changed accordingly, creating a comfortable sleep environment according to the sensation at that time. can be made.

Next, the operation of an embodiment of the sixth invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 11 and 12, taking cooling operation as an example. 1st
FIG. 1 is a flowchart showing operations based on a program stored in a microcomputer (5). This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In this embodiment, step (6) after step (110)
01) and step (602), and the other parts are the same as the operation of the first invention shown in FIG.
Explanation will be omitted.

If it is time to wake up in step (110), proceed to step (601), and if there is a sensory input, step (60
2) Change the temperature setting when you wake up.

If there is no sensory input in step (601,), no changes are made and this step is exited.

FIG. 14 is a control characteristic diagram showing changes in the set temperature when cooling operation is performed based on this embodiment. The horizontal axis is time, and the vertical axis is set temperature.

When the sleep mode is turned on at time t1, the set temperature is changed to the set temperature at bedtime. At time t2, wake-up time t
Calculate the temperature change range from t2 to t3 from the time up to 3 and the temperature difference between the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake up,
The set temperature is changed at certain time intervals so that the set temperature at wake-up is reached at time t3. At wake-up time t3,
The room temperature is controlled to the waking temperature until the temperature reaches the waking temperature and the sleep mode is turned off at time t4. Time t3 - When the sensory input is performed, the set temperature at wake-up is changed, and the room temperature is controlled to the set temperature.

In this way, if sensory input is performed between the time of waking up and the time when the sleep mode is turned off, the wake-up temperature setting is changed, making it possible to create a comfortable sleep environment suitable for the resident at the time of wake-up.

The operation of the seventh embodiment of the invention will now be described with reference to FIGS. 15 and 16, taking cooling operation as an example. 1st
FIG. 5 is a flowchart showing operations based on a program stored in the microcomputer (5). This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In this embodiment, step (7) after step (104)
01) to step (708), and the other parts are the same as the operation of the first invention shown in FIG.
Explanation will be omitted.

If a certain period of time has elapsed in step (104), the process proceeds to step (701). In step (701), the time up to the wake-up temperature setting time that is a certain fixed time before the wake-up time is calculated, and in step (702), the temperature change width up to this wake-up temperature setting time is calculated. In step 703), the timing for setting the room temperature is determined, and the process proceeds to the following steps at certain time intervals. In step (704), the room temperature setting value at that time is determined from the range of change in room temperature and the time at that time, and room temperature control is performed in step (705). Step (
In step 706), if the current time is before the wake-up temperature setting time, the process branches to step (703), and if the wake-up temperature setting time has come, the process proceeds to step (707) to perform room temperature control. If the current time is before the wake-up time in step (708), the process branches to step (707) again, and if the wake-up time has arrived, this step is exited.

FIG. 16 is a control characteristic diagram showing changes in the set temperature when cooling operation is performed based on this embodiment. The horizontal axis is time, and the vertical axis is set temperature.

When the sleep mode is turned on at time t1, the set temperature is changed to the set temperature at bedtime. At time t2, the temperature change width from t2 to t3 is calculated from the time up to the wake-up temperature setting time t3 and the temperature difference between the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake-up, and at time intervals at time t3. gradually changes the set temperature so that the temperature is the same as when you wake up. At the wake-up temperature setting time t3, the room temperature becomes the wake-up temperature, and the room temperature is controlled to the wake-up temperature until the sleep mode is turned off at time [5].

In this way, the set temperature is set to the wake-up temperature at the wake-up temperature setting time, which is a certain period of time before the wake-up time, so that the temperature is already at the wake-up temperature when you wake up, and a comfortable sleeping environment can be created.

The operation of the second embodiment of the invention will be described below with reference to FIG. 17, taking cooling operation as an example. FIG. 17 is a flowchart showing operations based on a program stored in the microcomputer (5). This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In this embodiment, step (102) and step (103)
) between step (801) and step (110
) The following steps (802) to (803) are distinctive, and the other parts are the same as the operation of the first invention shown in FIG. 2, so the explanation will be omitted.

In step (801), the wake-up time is read from the memory (9). If it is time to wake up in step 110), the process proceeds to step (802), and if the air conditioner is input to stop or the sleep mode is canceled, the process proceeds to step (803).
The time at that time is stored in the memory (9) as the wake-up time, and this step is completed.

In this way, the time when the air conditioner is turned off or sleep mode is canceled is stored in memory as the wake-up time, allowing the user to set a wake-up time that suits them and create a comfortable sleeping environment. .

Next, an embodiment of the ninth invention will be described with reference to the drawings.

FIG. 18 is an electric circuit diagram showing an embodiment of the air conditioner according to the ninth invention, and FIG. 19 is an exploded perspective view of the wind direction deflection device of this air conditioner. In the figure, from (1) to (
The steps up to 12) are the same as those in the electrical circuit diagram of the first invention shown in FIG. 1, so the explanation will be omitted. (15) is a drive circuit that controls a motor (16), such as a servo motor, which is equipped with a lower deflection looper (17) that changes the blowing direction of the blowing airflow according to the output of the output circuit (10). (18)
is a drive circuit that controls a motor (19) such as a servo motor equipped with a blower fan (20) that changes the volume of the blown air flow using the output of the output circuit (10).

The operation of the above embodiment is shown in FIGS. 20 and 2, taking cooling operation as an example.
This will be explained using Figure 1. FIG. 20 is a flowchart showing operations based on a program stored in the microcomputer (5). This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In step (901), the accumulated time of the timer is reset, and in step (902), the set temperature is changed from the previously set temperature to the previously stored set temperature at bedtime. In step 903), [Angle ■], which is closer to horizontal than the angle of the louver during normal operation, and [Angle ■], which is even more horizontal than [Angle ■], are determined.
Angle ■] and smaller air volume than during normal operation [Air volume ■
], and set [Air volume ■] which is even smaller than Air volume ■].

In step (904), the angle of the vertical deflection louver (17) is set to [angle ■], the blowout air volume is set to [air volume I],
Controls air conditioners. In step (905), the room temperature is controlled to the set temperature upon entering the bed, and in step (906), the room temperature is controlled for a certain period of time (
For example, it is determined whether a certain period of time (for example, 2 hours) has elapsed, and when a certain period of time has elapsed, the process proceeds to step (907). Step (90
In 7), the time until the wake-up time is calculated, and step 908
) to calculate the range of change in room temperature up to the wake-up time, and step (
909) to adjust the angle of the vertical deflection louver (17) to [Angle■
], set the blowout air volume to [air volume ■] and control the air conditioner. In step (910), the timing of setting the room temperature is determined, and the process proceeds to the next step every certain period of time (several minutes to several tens of minutes). In step (911), the room temperature setting value at that time is determined from the range of change in room temperature and the time at that time, and room temperature control is performed in step (912). If the current time is before the wake-up time in step (913), step (910)
If it is time to wake up, go to step (91/1
．． ). In step (914), the angle of the deflection louver (17) is set to [angle ■], and the blowout air volume is set to [wind i
I], the air conditioner is controlled, and the room temperature is controlled to the wake-up temperature until this step is passed and the sleep mode is turned off.

FIG. 21 is a control characteristic diagram showing changes in the set temperature when cooling is performed based on this embodiment. The horizontal axis is time and the vertical axis is settings/! +, 'L degrees, air volume, and louver angle. When the sleep mode is turned on at time t1, the set temperature is changed to the set temperature at bedtime, and the blowing air volume is changed to "Wind J".
u■], the angle is changed to [angle I]. At time t2, the blowout air volume is changed to [air volume ■] and the angle is changed to [angle ■].

Furthermore, the temperature change width from t2 to t3 is calculated from the time up to wake-up time t3 and the temperature difference between the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake-up, and the temperature is adjusted to reach the set temperature at wake-up at time t3. The set temperature is changed at certain time intervals. At wake-up time t3, the blowout air volume becomes [air volume ■1] and the angle becomes "
The angle is changed to 11, and the set temperature becomes the wake-up temperature, and the room temperature is controlled to the wake-up temperature until the sleep mode is turned off at time t4.

As described above, by controlling the volume and angle of the airflow so that the airflow does not hit the occupant too much when going to bed and waking up, and by reducing the airflow even more during sleep, the air conditioner can reduce the airflow. A comfortable sleeping environment can be created without discomfort caused by blowing air.

Next, an embodiment of the strategist's invention will be described with reference to figures.

FIG. 22 is an electric circuit diagram showing an embodiment of an air conditioner according to the present invention, and FIG. 23 is an exploded perspective view of a wind direction deflection device of this air conditioner. 22 and 23 are similar to those of the ninth invention shown in FIGS. 18 and 19, and therefore their explanation will be omitted.

The operation of the above embodiment will be explained using FIG. 24, taking cooling operation as an example. FIG. 24 is a flowchart showing operations based on a program stored in the microcomputer (5). This flowchart starts when the sleep switch is turned on.

In this embodiment, step (109) and step (11,
0) between step (1001) and step (1
003), and the other parts are the same as the operation of the first invention shown in FIG. 2, so the explanation will be omitted.

If the capacity of the air conditioner is not the minimum in step (1001), the process branches to step (110), and if the capacity is the minimum, the process proceeds to step (1002). If the room temperature is higher than the room temperature set value in step (1002), the process branches to step (110), and if the room temperature is lower than the room temperature set value, the process branches to step (1002).
Proceed to step 03).

In step (1003), the compressor (12) is turned off, the air volume is minimized by the drive circuit (18), and the drive circuit (
1-
, controls the lower deflection louver (17). This step (
Step 1003) enters the room temperature monitoring state, and step 110
).

If the difference between the room temperature and the set temperature does not disappear even at the lowest capacity during sleep mode, where the set temperature changes over time, as shown in "-", the air conditioner will not stop completely, but only the compressor will be turned off. Since the system automatically monitors the room temperature, there are few changes in the environment even when the device is restarted, allowing you to create a comfortable sleeping environment.

[Effects of the Invention] As described in 2 below, according to the first invention, the room temperature can be maintained at a temperature that matches the amount of human activity and the amount of clothing worn while sleeping, regardless of the set temperature when awake, so it is comfortable for the user. You can create a comfortable sleep environment.

According to the second aspect of the invention, low humidity operation is performed from the time the user goes to bed to the time he sleeps, so a comfortable environment can be created for the user when he goes to bed.

According to the third aspect of the invention, the set temperature at bedtime and the set temperature at wake-up are changed based on sensory input from the human body during sleep, so the user can always have a comfortable sleep.

In addition, according to the fourth invention, the room temperature control that maintains a comfortable room temperature and the air outlet temperature control that maintains a comfortable air flow temperature are repeated from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up, so that the user can always sleep comfortably. Obtainable.

Further, according to the fifth invention, the set temperature at that time and the set temperature at the time of waking up are changed based on sensory input from a certain time after going to bed until the time of waking up, thereby creating a comfortable environment for the user. I can do it.

According to the sixth invention, the set temperature at that time and the set temperature at the time of waking up are changed based on sensory input after the wake-up time.
A comfortable environment can be created for the user when waking up.

Further, according to the seventh aspect of the invention, since the temperature reaches the set temperature at the time of waking up a certain period of time before the wake-up time, it is possible to create a comfortable environment for the user at the time of waking up.

Further, according to the third aspect of the invention, the wake-up time is set to the time when an input to stop the air conditioner or an input to cancel the sleep mode is made, so that a comfortable environment can be created for the user when waking up.

According to the ninth aspect of the invention, the blowing airflow is controlled so as not to hit the user from the time he goes to bed to the time he wakes up, so the user can always have a comfortable sleep.

Furthermore, according to the invention by the tactician, even if the air conditioner stops during operation, the room temperature monitoring state is entered, so the user can always have a comfortable sleep.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is an electric circuit diagram of an embodiment of the air conditioner according to the first invention, FIG. 2 is a flowchart showing the operation of the air conditioner shown in FIG. 1, and FIG. 3 is a control characteristic diagram thereof. FIG. 4 is a flowchart showing the operation of the air conditioner according to the second invention, FIG. 5 is a control characteristic diagram thereof, FIG. 6 is a flowchart showing the operation of the air conditioner according to the third invention, and FIG. 8 is an electric circuit diagram of an embodiment of the air conditioner according to the fourth invention, FIG. 9 is a flowchart showing the operation of the air conditioner shown in FIG. 8, and FIG. 10 is the control characteristic diagram. Control characteristic diagram, FIG. 11 is a flowchart diagram showing the operation of the air conditioner according to the fifth invention, FIG. 12 is a control characteristic diagram thereof, and FIG. 13 is a flowchart diagram showing the operation of the air conditioner according to the sixth invention. , FIG. 14 is the control characteristic diagram, the first
5 is a flowchart 1 diagram showing the operation of the air conditioner according to the seventh invention, FIG. 16 is a control characteristic diagram thereof, and FIG. 17 is a flowchart diagram showing the operation of the air conditioner according to the seventh invention. Fig. 18 is an electric circuit diagram of an embodiment of the air conditioner according to the ninth invention, Fig. 19 is an exploded perspective view of the wind direction deflection device of this air conditioner, and Fig. 20 is an electric circuit diagram of an embodiment of the air conditioner shown in Fig. 18. A flowchart diagram showing the operation, FIG. 21 is a control characteristic diagram thereof, FIG. 22 is an electric circuit diagram of an embodiment of the air conditioner invented by the strategist, and FIG. 23 is an exploded perspective view of the wind direction deflection device of this air conditioner. 24 is a flowchart showing the operation of the air conditioner shown in FIG. 22, FIG. 25 is a plan view of the operating section of the conventional air conditioner, and FIG. 26 is the control circuit of the conventional air conditioner. Fig. 27 is a characteristic diagram showing the relationship between the setting value of the thermosetting switch and the actual temperature setting in a conventional air conditioner; Fig. 28 is a flowchart showing the operation of the conventional air conditioner; FIG. 29 is a diagram showing changes in indoor temperature in a conventional air conditioner. In the figure, (2) is a temperature detector that detects room temperature, (4
) is the switch section, (5) is the microcomputer, (1
2) is a compressor. Note that the same reference numerals in each figure indicate the same or corresponding parts.

Claims (10)

[Claims] (1) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; It has a set temperature when you go to bed, a set temperature when you wake up, and a wake-up time. It has a set temperature changing means that changes the set temperature from the time of waking up to the time of waking up, and according to the output from the heating and cooling capacity calculation means and the output from the set temperature changing means,
An air conditioner comprising a heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the capacity of the heating and cooling capacity generating device. (2) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; The set temperature when you go to bed, the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up. It has a set temperature changing means that changes the set temperature over time, a heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the cooling and heating capacity using a heating and cooling capacity calculation means and a set temperature changing means, and means that performs dehumidification operation from the time of entering the bed until after a certain period of time. Air conditioner equipped. (3) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; The set temperature when you go to bed, the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up. It has a set temperature changing means that changes the set temperature until the time of waking up, and a heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the heating and cooling capacity using a heating and cooling capacity calculation means and a set temperature changing means, and sensory input is received after a certain period of time from the time of going to bed. and an air conditioner equipped with means for changing the set temperature when going to bed and the set temperature when waking up. (4) a heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; and a first temperature detector that detects room temperature;
a second temperature detector that detects the blowout temperature; a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on inputs from the first and second temperature detectors; and a pre-stored temperature when entering the bed; Change the set temperature from a certain time after going to bed until the time you wake up, so that the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed, and the set temperature when you wake up. means for repeating blowout temperature control and room temperature control from a certain time after entering the bed until the time of waking up, comprising: a set temperature changing means for changing the heating and cooling capacity; Air conditioner with. (5) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; The set temperature when you go to bed, the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up. It has a set temperature changing means that changes the set temperature until the time you wake up, and a heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the heating and cooling capacity using a heating and cooling capacity calculation means and a set temperature changing means. An air conditioner equipped with a means to change the set temperature at that time and the set temperature at wake-up when input is received. (6) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; The set temperature when you go to bed, the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up. It has a set temperature changing means that changes the set temperature until the time of waking up, and a heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the cooling and heating capacity by means of a heating and cooling capacity calculation means and a set temperature changing means, and when there is a sensory input after the wake-up time, the set temperature at the time of waking up is changed. air conditioner equipped with means for changing the (7) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; The set temperature when you go to bed, the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up. It has a set temperature changing means that changes the set temperature until the time of waking up, and a heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the heating and cooling capacity by means of a heating and cooling capacity calculating means and a set temperature changing means, and the set temperature at the time of waking is reached a certain period of time before the waking time. An air conditioner equipped with a means to change the set temperature. (8) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; The set temperature when you go to bed, the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up. It has a set temperature changing means that changes the set temperature until the time of waking up, and a heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the cooling and heating capacity by means of a heating and cooling capacity calculation means and a set temperature changing means, and the wake-up time is set to the time when the air conditioner stop input is made. or an air conditioner equipped with a means for changing the time when the above control method is released. (9) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; The set temperature when you go to bed, the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up. A heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the heating and cooling capacity by means of a heating and cooling capacity calculating means and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means, and a blowing angle changing means that changes the angle of the blowing airflow, towards the time of waking up. The blowout air volume changing means changes the airflow volume of the blowout airflow, and when going to bed and when waking up, the blowing angle of the air conditioner is set at an angle closer to horizontal than usual, and the blowing air volume is smaller than when going to bed and when waking up. This is an air conditioner equipped with a means to make the blowing angle nearly horizontal and to reduce the blowing air volume. (10) A heating and cooling capacity generating device that generates heating and cooling capacity and whose capacity can be varied; a temperature detector that detects room temperature; and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means that determines the heating and cooling capacity based on input from the temperature detector; The set temperature when you go to bed, the set temperature when you wake up, the time you wake up, and the set temperature when you go to bed and the set temperature when you wake up. A heating and cooling capacity variable device that changes the heating and cooling capacity by means of a heating and cooling capacity calculating means and a heating and cooling capacity calculation means, and a blowing angle changing means that changes the angle of the blowing airflow, towards the time of waking up. A blowout air volume changing means changes the blowout airflow volume, and when the room temperature does not reach the set temperature even when the minimum capacity is reached during sleep, the compressor is stopped, the blowout airflow is set to the minimum, and the blowout airflow is blown out to a non-residential area. Air conditioner with outlet angle and means for monitoring room temperature.