18243673. LIGHTING DEVICE, AIR CONDITIONER, AND CONTROL SYSTEM simplified abstract (Mitsubishi Electric Corporation)
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LIGHTING DEVICE, AIR CONDITIONER, AND CONTROL SYSTEM
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Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
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LIGHTING DEVICE, AIR CONDITIONER, AND CONTROL SYSTEM - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18243673 titled 'LIGHTING DEVICE, AIR CONDITIONER, AND CONTROL SYSTEM
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes an air conditioner that includes a housing with an illumination opening, a blower, and a light emitter. The light emitter receives light from a first light source and emits first light that simulates natural light. The air conditioner also includes at least one light extractor that emits second light, which reaches the edge of the light emitter without being emitted as the first light or second light received from a different light source. The light extractor is positioned in the airflow path of the air conditioner.
- The air conditioner has an illumination opening that allows a user to view the interior of the housing.
- A blower is included in the air conditioner to facilitate the flow of air from the inlet to the outlet.
- The light emitter in the housing receives light from a first light source and emits first light that simulates natural light.
- At least one light extractor is positioned in the airflow path of the air conditioner.
- The light extractor emits second light that reaches the edge of the light emitter without being emitted as the first light or second light received from a different light source.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Residential and commercial air conditioning systems.
- Office buildings, hotels, and other public spaces where air conditioning is required.
- Hospitals and healthcare facilities where maintaining a comfortable and visually appealing environment is important.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Provides a visually appealing illumination feature in an air conditioning system.
- Simulates natural light, creating a more comfortable and pleasant environment.
- Allows for customization of the lighting in the air conditioning system.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhances the aesthetic appeal of the air conditioning system.
- Creates a more comfortable and visually appealing environment for users.
- Provides flexibility in lighting options within the air conditioning system.
Original Abstract Submitted
An air conditioner includes a housing including an illumination opening at a position viewable by a user; a blower provided in an airflow path connecting an inlet and outlet; a light emitter provided in the housing viewable through the illumination opening and including a light incident portion to receive light emitted from a first light source and a first light emission portion to emit first light generated from the light and including light simulating natural light; and at least one light extractor emitting second light that is part of the light received by the light emitter that reaches an edge portion of the light emitter without being emitted as the first light or second light received from the first light source or a second light source different from the first light source without intervention of the light emitter. The at least one light extractor is provided in the airflow path.
