20240085039.AIR CONDITIONER AND ELECTROSTATIC PRECIPITATOR simplified abstract (samsung electronics co., ltd.)

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AIR CONDITIONER AND ELECTROSTATIC PRECIPITATOR

Organization Name

samsung electronics co., ltd.

Inventor(s)

Myungsoo Kang of Suwon-si (KR)

Hyongsoo Noh of Suwon-si (KR)

Myungseob Song of Suwon-si (KR)

Kyuho Shin of Suwon-si (KR)

Joonoh Shin of Suwon-si (KR)

AIR CONDITIONER AND ELECTROSTATIC PRECIPITATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240085039 titled 'AIR CONDITIONER AND ELECTROSTATIC PRECIPITATOR

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an air conditioner with an electrostatic precipitator that charges aerosols in the air to improve air quality.

  • The housing of the air conditioner includes a suction panel, a fan, and an electrostatic precipitator.
  • The fan generates an airflow that is sucked into the housing through the suction panel.
  • The electrostatic precipitator includes a discharge electrode and an upstream electrode that create an electric field to charge aerosols in the air.
  • The ions generated by the discharge electrode pass through the suction panel to charge the aerosols outside the housing.

Potential Applications

The technology can be used in residential, commercial, and industrial air conditioning systems to improve indoor air quality by removing airborne particles and pollutants.

Problems Solved

This technology helps to reduce the presence of allergens, dust, and other harmful particles in the air, creating a healthier indoor environment for occupants.

Benefits

- Improved air quality - Reduction of allergens and pollutants in the air - Healthier indoor environment for occupants

Potential Commercial Applications

"Electrostatic Precipitator Air Conditioner Technology for Enhanced Indoor Air Quality"

Possible Prior Art

One possible prior art for this technology is the use of electrostatic precipitators in air purifiers to remove particles from the air.

Unanswered Questions

How does the electrostatic precipitator affect the energy consumption of the air conditioner?

The patent application does not provide information on how the electrostatic precipitator may impact the energy efficiency of the air conditioner. Further research or testing may be needed to determine the energy consumption of the system with this technology.

What maintenance is required for the electrostatic precipitator in the air conditioner?

The patent application does not detail the maintenance requirements for the electrostatic precipitator. Understanding the maintenance needs of this component is crucial for ensuring the long-term effectiveness of the air conditioner.


Original Abstract Submitted

an air conditioner including a housing including a suction panel; a fan disposed inside the housing and configured to generate an air flow which is sucked into the housing through the suction panel to flow in a first direction from upstream to downstream, the suction panel being perpendicular to the first direction; and an electrostatic precipitator disposed inside the housing and including a discharge electrode configured to receive a voltage and to generate ions toward the suction panel, and an upstream electrode disposed upstream of the discharge electrode with respect to the first direction, grounded to form an electric field with the discharge electrode, and disposed between the discharge electrode and the suction panel, wherein at least a portion of the ions generated from the discharge electrode are passed through the suction panel so as to charge aerosols in air outside the housing.