KR102611095B1 - Apparatus for humidification by using vaporization - Google Patents

Abstract

The evaporative humidifying device according to an embodiment of the present invention is an evaporative humidifying device that forms fine water particles and discharges them so that they evaporate naturally. A filter unit that filters out foreign substances, a humidifier unit that adds water particles to the air flowing in through the filter unit, a water tank unit that stores water to supply water particles to the humidifier unit, and air that passes through the humidifier unit is transferred to the outside of the evaporative humidifier. It includes a control unit that measures the temperature and humidity outside the blower unit and evaporative humidifier for supply, and detects and controls the status of the filter unit, humidifier unit, water tank unit, and blower unit, and the control unit includes a screen that displays the operating status. It includes a button module for inputting modules and control commands, and the mode of the evaporative humidifying device may be either "run" or "stop". According to the evaporative humidifying device according to an embodiment of the present invention, It has the effect of maintaining the humidity in the indoor space in a comfortable condition at all times.

Description

Evaporative humidification device {Apparatus for humidification by using vaporization}

The present invention relates to an evaporative humidifying device, and more specifically, to an evaporative humidifying device that can always maintain the humidity of an indoor space in a comfortable state.

In general, a humidifier is a device to increase humidity by supplying moisture to the air. A method of humidifying the air from the hot water surface by installing a hot water tank in a duct, a method of spraying steam directly into the air stream, or a method of spraying water. etc.

Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2021-0120279 relates to a self-induction type vaporization device and a humidifier thereby. The vaporization induction type vaporization device uses a liquid supply module 11 and a liquid supplied from the liquid supply module 11. A vaporization chamber 12 for vaporizing, a fixing means 141 formed on the circumferential surface of the vaporization chamber 12, and an induced magnetic field module 14 fixed to the fixing means 141 to induce the generation of an induced current in the vaporization chamber 12. ), a flow rate controller 15 that controls the amount of gas vaporized in the vaporization chamber 12, and a control module 11 that controls the power supplied to the induced magnetic field module 14. As the magnetic field is guided into the chamber in a controlled manner, heat is effectively induced into the chamber, thereby improving heating efficiency.

However, there is a lack of a humidifying device that operates while automatically controlling the humidity and efficiently provides evaporative humidification at the same time to maintain the humidity in the indoor space in a comfortable state at all times.

Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-2021-0120279

The purpose of the present invention to solve the above problems is to provide an evaporative humidification device that can always maintain the humidity in an indoor space in a comfortable state.

The evaporative humidifying device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention to solve the above problem is an evaporative humidifying device that finely forms water particles and discharges them so that they evaporate naturally. A filter unit that filters out foreign substances of a predetermined size or larger from the air flowing into the humidifying device; a humidifying unit that adds water particles to the air flowing in through the filter unit; a water tank unit storing water to supply water particles to the humidification unit; a blower for supplying air that has passed through the humidifier to the outside of the evaporative humidifier; And a control unit that measures the temperature and humidity outside the evaporative humidification device and detects and controls the states of the filter unit, humidifier unit, water tank unit, and blower unit; wherein the control unit includes a screen module that displays the operating status. and a button module for inputting a control command, and the mode of the evaporative humidification device may be either “run” or “stop.”

Here, the “Driving” mode in the control unit starts from the “Stop” mode, and when a “Run/Stop” button is clicked on the button module, operation begins, but according to a predetermined count time, the operation Start the countdown, and if the “Select” button is clicked in the button module, the countdown is stopped and operation starts immediately. If the “Select” button is not clicked in the button module, the countdown is started. After all downloads are completed, driving begins, and when the “driving” mode begins, the operating status may be displayed on the screen module.

Here, the “stop” mode in the control unit is performed in the “run” mode, and when the “run/stop” button is clicked in the button module, the stop is performed, according to a predetermined count time. Start the countdown, and if a click on the “Select” button is input in the button module, stop the countdown and perform an immediate stop, and if the “Select” button click is not input in the button module, the countdown is performed. After all downloads are completed, a stop is performed, and when the “stop” mode is performed, the operation status display on the screen module may be turned off.

Here, the desired humidity setting in the control unit starts in the “running” state, and as the “switch” button is clicked in the button module, the temperature setting, humidity setting, and time setting modes are sequentially displayed in the screen module. It blinks while moving, and when the “Select” button is clicked while the humidity setting mode is blinking on the screen module, the humidity setting begins, and when the “Up” or “Down” button of the button module is clicked, the humidity setting begins. Accordingly, after setting the humidity, if the “Select” button is clicked again, the humidity setting process may be completed.

Here, the control unit detects the status of the filter unit, humidifier unit, water tank unit, and blower unit, but if an error occurs in the status detection, all values displayed on the screen module are displayed as zero. You can.

Here, in the “operation” mode, the control unit increases the humidification intensity when the measured humidity is lower than 0.9 times the preset humidity, and when the measured humidity is higher than 1.1 times the preset humidity. In other cases, the humidification intensity may be lowered, and in other cases, the humidification intensity may be maintained.

According to the evaporative humidifying device according to an embodiment of the present invention, humidification is performed so that water particles are finely formed and evaporated naturally, thereby preventing moisture from forming around the humidifying device.

In addition, by using the desired humidification setting, it is possible to set the humidity that the user feels most comfortable, which has the effect of maintaining the humidity in the indoor space in a comfortable state at all times.

1 is a diagram for explaining the interior of an evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 2 is a diagram for explaining the exterior of an evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 3 is a diagram for explaining the button module of the control unit in the evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 is a diagram for explaining the screen module of the control unit in the evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 5 is a diagram for explaining a countdown in the operation or stop mode of an evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 is a diagram for explaining the change in humidification intensity according to desired humidity in an evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Hereinafter, with reference to the attached drawings, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. The present invention may be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.

In order to clearly explain the present invention, parts that are not relevant to the description are omitted, and identical or similar components are assigned the same reference numerals throughout the specification.

Throughout the specification, when a part is said to be "connected" to another part, this includes not only cases where it is "directly connected," but also cases where it is "electrically connected" with another element in between. . Additionally, when a part "includes" a certain component, this means that it may further include other components rather than excluding other components, unless specifically stated to the contrary.

When a part is referred to as being “on” another part, it may be directly on top of the other part or it may be accompanied by another part in between. In contrast, when a part is said to be "directly above" another part, it does not entail any other parts in between.

Terms such as first, second, and third are used to describe, but are not limited to, various parts, components, regions, layers, and/or sections. These terms are used only to distinguish one part, component, region, layer or section from another part, component, region, layer or section. Accordingly, the first part, component, region, layer or section described below may be referred to as the second part, component, region, layer or section without departing from the scope of the present invention.

The terminology used herein is only intended to refer to specific embodiments and is not intended to limit the invention. As used herein, singular forms include plural forms unless phrases clearly indicate the contrary. As used in the specification, the meaning of "comprising" refers to specifying a particular characteristic, area, integer, step, operation, element and/or ingredient, and the presence or presence of another characteristic, area, integer, step, operation, element and/or ingredient. This does not exclude addition.

Terms indicating relative space, such as “below” and “above,” can be used to more easily describe the relationship of one part shown in the drawing to another part. These terms are intended to include other meanings or operations of the device in use along with the meaning intended in the drawings. For example, if the device in the drawing is turned over, some parts described as being “below” other parts will be described as being “above” other parts. Accordingly, the exemplary term “down” includes both upward and downward directions. The device may be rotated by 90 degrees or other angles, and terms indicating relative space are interpreted accordingly.

Although not defined differently, all terms including technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as those generally understood by those skilled in the art in the technical field to which the present invention pertains. Terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are further interpreted as having meanings consistent with related technical literature and currently disclosed content, and are not interpreted in ideal or very formal meanings unless defined.

Hereinafter, with reference to the attached drawings, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. However, the present invention may be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.

1 is a diagram for explaining the interior of an evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a diagram for explaining the exterior of an evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 is a diagram for explaining the button module of the control unit in the evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 is a diagram for explaining the screen module of the control unit in the evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 is a diagram for explaining a countdown in the operation or stop mode of an evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 is a diagram for explaining the change in humidification intensity according to desired humidity in an evaporative humidification device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Referring to FIGS. 1 to 6 together, the evaporative humidifying device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is an evaporative humidifying device that forms fine water particles and discharges them so that they evaporate naturally, A filter unit 120 that filters out foreign substances of a predetermined size or larger from the air flowing into the evaporative humidification device; A humidifying unit 130 that adds water particles to the air flowing in through the filter unit 120; a water tank unit 140 that stores water to supply water particles to the humidifier 130; A blower 150 for supplying the air passing through the humidifier 130 to the outside of the evaporative humidifier; and a control unit 160 that measures the temperature and humidity outside the evaporative humidification device and detects and controls the states of the filter unit 120, humidifier 130, water tank 140, and blower unit 150. It may include ;.

In particular, the control unit 160 includes a screen module 162 that displays the operating state and a button module 164 that inputs a control command, and the mode of the evaporative humidification device is either “run” or “stop.” It could be one.

First, the housing 110 supports the exterior of the evaporative humidification device and may provide a space where internal components can be installed.

The filter unit 120 may filter foreign substances of a predetermined size or larger from the air flowing into the evaporative humidification device 100, and if necessary, a sterilization module (not shown) may be additionally installed to remove substances in the air. It will be able to perform the role of sterilizing included bacteria, etc.

The humidifier 130 adds water particles to the air flowing in through the filter unit 120, and may combine water and air and provide them to the blower 150. In particular, in order to provide evaporative humidification, water particles may be finely formed and supplied so that they evaporate naturally.

The water tank unit 140 stores water to supply water particles to the humidifier 130, and may be monitored and controlled by the control unit 160 to maintain the water level within a certain range.

The blower 150 is for supplying air that has passed through the humidifier 130 to the outside of the evaporative humidification device. Water particles are formed in fine particles and flow out of the evaporative humidification device 100 together with the air. It may be a supply. In other words, the wind intensity of the blower 150 may be adjusted to maintain indoor humidity at an appropriate level.

The control unit 160 measures the temperature and humidity outside the evaporative humidification device 100 and determines the status of the filter unit 120, humidifier 130, water tank 140, and blower unit 150. It can be sensing and controlling. Additionally, the control unit 160 may include a screen module 162 that displays the driving status and a button module 164 that inputs control commands.

Meanwhile, the evaporative humidification device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention may operate in either an “operating” mode or a “stop” mode. Referring to FIGS. 3, 4, and 5 together, in the evaporative humidification device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, the “operating” mode starts from the “stop” mode in the control unit 160, When the “Run/Stop” button is clicked on the button module 164, the operation begins, but the countdown for operation begins according to a predetermined count time, and the “Select” button is clicked on the button module 164. If is input, the countdown is stopped and driving is started immediately, and if the “Select” button is not clicked in the button module 164, driving is started after completing the countdown, and When the “driving” mode starts, the operating status may be displayed on the screen module 162.

In other words, when the "Run/Stop" button is clicked, operation begins, but if the predetermined count time is 60 seconds, the countdown starts from 60 seconds, as shown in Figure 5(a), and when the countdown reaches 0 seconds. If the “Select” button is not clicked until the countdown reaches 0 seconds, driving will begin. If the “Select” button is clicked in the middle of the countdown, driving will begin immediately.

Meanwhile, in the control unit 160, the “stop” mode is performed in the “run” mode, and when the “run/stop” button is clicked in the button module 164, the stop is performed, but at a predetermined count time. Accordingly, the countdown for stopping starts, and when a “Select” button is clicked on the button module 164, the countdown is stopped and a stop is performed immediately, and the “Select” button is input on the button module 164. "If a button click is not input, a stop is performed after the countdown is completed, and when the "stop" mode is performed, the operation status display on the screen module 162 may be turned off. .

That is, in the "Run" mode, when the "Run/Stop" button is clicked, the stop is performed, but if the predetermined count time is 30 seconds, the countdown starts from 30 seconds, as shown in FIG. 5(b), and the count If the "Select" button is not clicked until the countdown reaches 0 seconds, the stop will begin after the countdown reaches 0 seconds. If the "Select" button is clicked in the middle of the countdown, it will stop immediately. It is to carry out.

Meanwhile, in the evaporative humidification device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention, the desired humidity setting in the control unit 160 starts in the “operation” state, and the “switch” button is clicked in the button module 164. As this happens, the temperature setting, humidity setting, and time setting modes sequentially move and flash on the screen module 162, and the “select” button is pressed while the humidity setting mode is flashing on the screen module 162. When a click is input, humidity setting may begin, and after setting the humidity according to the input of clicking the “up” or “down” button of the button module 164, the “select” button is clicked again. Once entered, the humidity setting process may be completed.

In addition, the control unit 160 detects the status of the filter unit 120, humidifier 130, water tank 140, and blower unit 150, and if an error occurs in the status detection, the screen module All values displayed in (162) may be displayed as zero. This may perform the function of notifying the user of the error state by displaying abnormal content on the screen module 162 in response to the state detection error.

Referring to FIG. 6, when the evaporative humidification device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention is in the “operation” mode in the control unit 160, the measured humidity is lower than 0.9 times the preset humidity. In this case, the humidification intensity may be increased, if the measured humidity is higher than 1.1 times the preset humidity, the humidification intensity may be lowered, and in other cases, the humidification intensity may be maintained.

That is, to maintain the indoor temperature in an appropriate humidity range, when the desired humidity is input, 0.9 times the desired humidity is automatically set to the bottom, and 1.1 times the desired humidity is automatically set to the top, so that the indoor humidity The humidification intensity of the evaporative humidification device 100 may be adjusted so that is maintained within a certain range.

Although embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the attached drawings, those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without changing the technical idea or essential features. You will be able to understand it. For example, a person skilled in the art may change the material, size, etc. of each component depending on the field of application, or combine or substitute the disclosed embodiments to implement the present invention in a form not clearly disclosed in the embodiments of the present invention, but this also may be done in a form not clearly disclosed in the embodiments of the present invention. It does not go beyond the scope of the invention. Therefore, the embodiments described above are illustrative in all respects and should not be understood as limiting, and such modified embodiments should be considered to be included in the technical idea described in the claims of the present invention.

100 Evaporative humidification device
110 housing 120 filter unit
130 humidification unit 140 water tank unit
150 blowing unit 160 control unit
162 Screen module 164 Button module

Claims (6)

In an evaporative humidification device that forms fine water particles and discharges them so that they evaporate naturally,
a filter unit that filters out foreign substances of a predetermined size or larger from the air flowing into the evaporative humidification device;
a humidifying unit that adds water particles to the air flowing in through the filter unit;
a water tank unit storing water to supply water particles to the humidification unit;
a blower for supplying air that has passed through the humidifier to the outside of the evaporative humidifier; and
A control unit that measures the temperature and humidity outside the evaporative humidification device and detects and controls the states of the filter unit, humidifier unit, water tank unit, and blower unit,
The control unit includes a screen module that displays driving status and a button module that inputs control commands,
The mode of the evaporative humidification device is either “run” or “stop”,
In the control unit, the “run” mode starts from the “stop” mode,
When the "Run/Stop" button is clicked on the button module, the operation begins, and the countdown for operation begins according to a predetermined count time,
When a “select” button is clicked on the button module, the countdown is stopped and operation begins immediately,
If the “Select” button is not clicked in the button module, operation begins after completing the countdown,
An evaporative humidifier, characterized in that when the “operation” mode is started, the operating status is displayed on the screen module. delete According to paragraph 1,
In the control unit, the “stop” mode is performed in the “run” mode,
When the “Run/Stop” button is clicked in the button module, the stop is performed, and the countdown for the stop is started according to a predetermined count time,
When a “Select” button is clicked in the button module, the countdown is stopped and an immediate stop is performed,
If the “Select” button is not clicked in the button module, a stop is performed after the countdown is completed,
An evaporative humidifier, characterized in that when the “stop” mode is performed, the operation status display on the screen module is turned off. According to paragraph 3,
Setting the desired humidity in the control unit starts in the “running” state,
As the “Convert” button is clicked on the button module, the temperature setting, humidity setting, and time setting modes move sequentially and blink on the screen module,
When the “Select” button is clicked while the humidity setting mode is flashing on the screen module, humidity setting begins,
An evaporative humidifier, characterized in that after setting the humidity according to the input of clicking the “up” or “down” button of the button module, the humidity setting process is terminated when the “select” button is clicked again. . According to clause 4,
In the control unit
Evaporative humidification, characterized in that it detects the status of the filter unit, humidifier unit, water tank unit, and blower unit, but if an error occurs in the status detection, all values displayed on the screen module are displayed as zero. Device. According to clause 5,
In the case of the “driving” mode in the control unit,
If the measured humidity is lower than 0.9 times the preset humidity, increase the humidification intensity,
If the measured humidity is higher than 1.1 times the preset humidity, lower the humidification intensity,
In other cases, an evaporative humidification device characterized in that the humidification intensity is maintained.