18511712. AIR CONDITIONER FOR VEHICLE simplified abstract (Kia Corporation)

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AIR CONDITIONER FOR VEHICLE

Organization Name

Kia Corporation

Inventor(s)

Eung Young Kim of Anyang-Si (KR)

Myung Hoe Kim of Seoul (KR)

Yoon Hyung Lee of Seongnam-Si (KR)

Seung Ho Lee of Daejeon (KR)

Sang Ki Lee of Daejeon (KR)

Dae Bok Keon of Daejeon (KR)

Dae Keun Park of Daejeon (KR)

Hyeon Seok Kim of Daejeon (KR)

AIR CONDITIONER FOR VEHICLE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18511712 titled 'AIR CONDITIONER FOR VEHICLE

Simplified Explanation

The patent application describes an air conditioner for a vehicle that aims to prevent an occupant's head from getting hot by improving the vertical temperature difference between a defrost vent and a floor vent. The system includes an air conditioning case with an air flow path, cooling and heating heat exchangers, and vents for defrost, face, and floor. Additionally, a hot air duct is provided to direct hot air from the heating heat exchanger to the outlet of the floor vent.

  • Air conditioner for vehicle to prevent occupant's head from getting hot
  • Improves vertical temperature difference between defrost and floor vents
  • Includes air conditioning case, air flow path, cooling and heating heat exchangers
  • Vents for defrost, face, and floor
  • Hot air duct directs hot air from heating heat exchanger to floor vent outlet

Potential Applications

The technology can be applied in various vehicles, such as cars, trucks, buses, and recreational vehicles, to enhance the comfort of occupants by maintaining a balanced temperature distribution inside the vehicle.

Problems Solved

1. Preventing occupant's head from getting hot 2. Improving vertical temperature difference between vents

Benefits

1. Enhanced comfort for vehicle occupants 2. Efficient temperature control system 3. Improved air circulation within the vehicle

Potential Commercial Applications

"Enhancing Passenger Comfort in Vehicles with Innovative Air Conditioning System"

Possible Prior Art

There may be existing patents or technologies related to vehicle air conditioning systems that aim to improve temperature distribution within the vehicle. Further research is needed to identify specific prior art in this field.

Unanswered Questions

How does this technology impact fuel efficiency in vehicles?

The article does not address the potential impact of this technology on the fuel efficiency of vehicles. It would be interesting to explore whether the improved temperature control system has any implications for fuel consumption.

What are the maintenance requirements for this advanced air conditioning system?

The maintenance requirements for the described air conditioning system are not detailed in the article. Understanding the upkeep needed for this technology would be crucial for potential users or manufacturers.


Original Abstract Submitted

An air conditioner for a vehicle capable of preventing a situation in which an occupant's head gets hot by improving a vertical temperature difference between a defrost vent and a floor vent, includes an air conditioning case in which an air flow path is formed, and a cooling heat exchanger and a heating heat exchanger provided sequentially on the air flow path of the air conditioning case in an airflow direction, wherein a defrost vent, a face vent, and a floor vent are formed on the air conditioning case, wherein a hot air duct configured to allow hot air at a downstream side of the heating heat exchanger to flow to an outlet of the floor vent is provided on the air conditioning case.