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Космические корабли и станции, автоматические КА и методы их проектирования, бортовые комплексы управления, системы и средства жизнеобеспечения, особенности технологии производства ракетно-космических систем

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15-03-2012 дата публикации

Dispenser heater for an appliance

Номер: US20120061051A1
Автор: Alan Joseph Mitchell, Andrew Reinhard Krause, Lorina June White
Принадлежит: General Electric Co

A dispenser heater for an appliance such as a refrigerator is provided. A heating element is used to raise the temperature of a dispenser component above the dew point of ambient air so as to prevent condensation. The heating element is embedded within the dispenser component to improve heat transfer and prevent displacement during manufacture of the refrigerator.

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Номер записи: 1
26-04-2012 дата публикации

Refrigerator with water tank

Номер: US20120096888A1
Автор: Jae Koog An, Sang Min Park
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A water tank includes a long water storage part and a partition unit including partitions to partition the water storage part into a plurality of storage spaces. Communication holes are formed at the partitions to allow the storage spaces to communicate with each other. Spatial efficiency and a first in first out effect are improved.

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Номер записи: 2
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Multiple inlet dispensing apparatus and system for preparing beverages

Номер: US20120102998A1
Автор: Kevin M. Chase
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A liquid dispensing apparatus and system for controlling the delivery of liquid additives is disclosed. In one aspect, liquid additives are delivered to a beverage preparation system through a multiple inlet pump for preparing a finished beverage. In another aspect, additives from liquid additive containers are delivered to a beverage preparation system through a multiple inlet and pumping section pump for preparing a finished beverage. Other additives are communicated through the beverage dispensing system for maintaining and cleaning the system and the multiple inlet pump for ensuring the hygienical integrity of the system throughout its use.

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Номер записи: 3
03-05-2012 дата публикации

Liquid dispenser with collapsible container

Номер: US20120104020A1
Автор: Nihat Cur, Robert J. Rolek, Steven J. Kuehl
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A liquid dispenser utilizes a collapsible container that contains a supply of liquid. The collapsible container is received within a chamber that has a stationary wall. A moveable member is adjustable into contact with the collapsible container within the chamber. An indicator displays an estimated amount of liquid remaining in the collapsible container based on a position of the moveable member. The moveable member may squeeze the collapsible container against the stationary wall to thereby increase pressure within the liquid in the collapsible container to urge an outlet valve towards an open position in order to resolve any clogs in the valve.

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Номер записи: 4
10-05-2012 дата публикации

Refrigerator and method for controlling the same

Номер: US20120111031A1
Автор: Dong Hoon Lee, Donghoon Lee, Tae Hee Lee
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

The present disclosure relates to a refrigerator in which an amount of water supply to an ice maker can be controlled accurately, and a method for controlling the same. The refrigerator includes an ice maker, a dispenser for dispensing water, a flow passage control valve ( 33 ) for guiding the water to the ice maker and the dispenser selectively, a flow amount sensor ( 100 ), and a controller connected to the flow amount sensor ( 100 ) for controlling a water supply amount to the ice maker taking a water supply amount sensed by the flow amount sensor ( 100 ) into account.

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Номер записи: 5
10-05-2012 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20120111048A1
Автор: Chang-Woan Yang, Jong-Wook An, Seong-Wook Kim, Young-Nam Kim
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator includes: a cabinet formed with a plurality of storage spaces divided; a first ice maker provided in any one of the plurality of storage spaces; a dispenser provided to a door, through which ice made in the first ice maker is discharged; a second ice maker provided in the storage space different from the storage space where the first ice maker is provided; and a water feeding passage branched such that it is possible to selectively supply water to the first ice maker and the second ice maker from a water supply source.

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Номер записи: 6
30-08-2012 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20120216560A1
Автор: Sung Kyoung KIM
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

Embodiments relates to a refrigerator that makes it possible to improve water supply performance by disposing an air exhaust unit in a water supply channel connected to the output side of a pump supplying water from a water tank to an ice maker or a dispenser, and effectively return water remaining when the use of dispenser is finished, by using an opening/closing member in the water supply channel, and a water tank for a refrigerator.

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Номер записи: 7
29-11-2012 дата публикации

Refrigerator and water tank assembly for refrigerator

Номер: US20120297814A1
Автор: Jinil Hong, Sungkyoung Kim
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator and a water tank assembly for supplying water to an ice maker and a dispenser installed in a door of the refrigerator are provided. The water tank assembly may have a substantially cylindrical shape, and may include a water intake port, a water discharge port, and a switching valve all provided at one surface thereof to improve water storage space and facilitate connection of water lines.

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Номер записи: 8
21-03-2013 дата публикации

Apparatus for refrigerator dispenser recess integrated with door material

Номер: US20130068793A1
Автор: Andrew Krause, Bernhard Klaus, Christopher Bissig, David Calvert, Edward Strauss, Jarvis Ward, Joseph Wimsatt, Justin Berger, Robert Lewis, Vinayak Reddy
Принадлежит: General Electric Co

An apparatus includes a refrigerator door, comprising an inner door material and an outer door material, wherein a portion of the outer door material of the refrigerator is formed into a shape of a dispenser recess. The apparatus also includes a support structure, wherein the support structure is situated behind the dispenser recess of the outer door material and in front of the inner door material, and wherein the support structure facilitates implementation of one or more dispenser features. A refrigerator using the apparatus is also disclosed.

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Номер записи: 9
28-03-2013 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20130075424A1
Автор: Hwang Jungyeon, Jung Hanjin, Kang Jinwon, SEO Woonkyu, You Myungdong
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

Provided is a dispenser of a refrigerator. A body of the dispenser can move back and forth. Only when a water or ice dispensing command is input, the body is moved to form a container receiving space. Thus, it is difficult to discriminate the dispenser from a refrigerator door when the dispenser is not operated. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having a storage space therein;a door selectively opening and closing the storage space; anda dispenser assembly provided to the door to dispense water or ice,wherein a wall constituting the dispenser assembly moves rearward according to a water or ice dispensing command, andthe moving of the wall forms a container receiving part for receiving a container containing water or ice.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising a display that is provided to a front surface of the door corresponding to an exterior of the dispenser assembly claim 1 , and appears when the water or ice command is input.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the dispenser assembly comprises:a dispenser housing having a front opening;a water dispensing button disposed inside the dispenser housing;an ice dispensing button separated from the water dispensing button and disposed inside the dispenser housing; anda tray disposed on a bottom of the dispenser housing.4. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein the tray is moved forward or rearward according to manipulation of the water dispensing button or the ice dispensing button.5. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein the dispenser assembly comprises:a dispenser body corresponding to the wall and covering the front opening of the dispenser housing; anda dispenser head disposed over the dispenser body,wherein the water dispensing button is disposed on the dispenser head, andthe ice dispensing button is disposed on the dispenser body.6. The refrigerator according to claim 5 , wherein claim 5 , at least when the ice dispensing button is pressed claim 5 , ...

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Номер записи: 10
04-04-2013 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20130081421A1
Автор: Hangbok Lee, Hongsik Kwon, Hyokku Kwon, Sanghun Kim, Seonkyu Kim, Sungkyong Han
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator includes: a refrigerator main body having a cooling chamber; a cooling chamber door for opening and closing the cooling chamber; a shelf assembly provided within the cooling chamber such that a height thereof is adjustable; and a basket provided in any one of the refrigerator main body and the cooling chamber door such that a height thereof is adjustable. A space of the refrigerator main body or the cooling chamber door can be utilized to facilitate receiving and keeping food items.

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Номер записи: 11
30-05-2013 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20130133352A1
Автор: AN Jae Koog, Jeon Hae Ryong, Park Sang Min
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator having a water storage vessel detachably mounted thereto so that water is supplied to an ice making apparatus or a dispenser, in which includes a bracket unit installed at a rear surface of a door, a water storage vessel detachable to the bracket unit, a pump to pump the water in the water storage vessel, a second passage configured to supply the water in the water storage vessel to the ice making apparatus and the dispenser, and a valve installed at a diverging point of the second passage, in which the water storage vessel includes a body having a storage space and a first passage, at least one portion of which is fixedly installed to intake the water stored in the storage space to supply the ice making apparatus and the dispenser if the water storage vessel is mounted to the bracket unit. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a body;a storage compartment having a front surface available to be open at an inside the body;a door rotatably installed at the body to open/close the open front surface of the storage compartment;an ice making apparatus provided at an inside the body and generates ice;a dispenser configured to discharge water and ice to an outside the body; anda water supplying apparatus configured to supply water to the ice making apparatus and the dispenser,wherein the water supplying apparatus, comprises:a water storage vessel provided with a body having a storage space formed at an inside thereof and with a first passage capable of intaking the water stored at the storage space,a bracket unit installed on a rear surface of the door and having the water storage vessel mounted thereto,a second passage connected to the first passage and capable of supplying the water in the water storage vessel to the ice making apparatus and the dispenser,a valve installed at an intersection of the second passage and configured to change a passage, anda pump configured to pump the water in the water storage vessel for the water to flow to the second passage, ...

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Номер записи: 12
30-05-2013 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20130133355A1
Автор: Dong Jo Shin, Hae Ryong Jeon, Jae Koog An, Sang Min Park
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A refrigerator having a water storage vessel detachably mounted thereto, in which a supply passage configured to connect the water storage vessel, the ice making apparatus and the dispenser to supply the water in the water storage vessel to the ice making apparatus and the dispenser sage, a first check valve and a second check valve installed at a front position and a rear position of the one point of a first sub passage, to prevent water flowing backward to the water storage vessel, a third check valve and a fourth check valve installed at a front position and a rear position of the one point of a second sub passage, to prevent water flowing backward to the water storage vessel, and a pump installed at the third sub passage and configured to rotate the clockwise direction and the counter clockwise direction.

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Номер записи: 13
22-08-2013 дата публикации

Refrigeration device

Номер: US20130214070A1
Автор: Eugen Gaplikow, Gerald Schmidt, Jose Manuel Lamuela Rosano, Lhassan Ahmadi
Принадлежит: BSH BOSCH UND SIEMENS HAUSGERAETE GMBH

A refrigeration device includes an actuating element, and an ice crusher which is activated by the actuating element and configured to crush ice for a period of time during which the actuating element is actuated. The ice crusher is configured to release the crushed ice after actuation of the actuating element has concluded or after a preselectable period of time has elapsed.

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Номер записи: 14
10-10-2013 дата публикации

Refrigerator module utilities enabled via connection

Номер: US20130264439A1
Автор: Alan S. Lucas, Andrew M. Tenbarge, Douglas D. LeClear, Guolian Wu, James W. Kendall, John J. Vonderhaar, Paul B. Allard, Robert Ryan Bradley, Steven J. Kuehl
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A connection system includes a feature module that supplies various functionalities, a portable countertop stand having an upright section that selectively receives the feature module and an umbilical connecting the portable stand to an external appliance to deliver utilities to the portable countertop stand. A utility port selectively delivers at least one utility to the feature module when engaged with the upright section. A utility receiver removably engages the utility port by hand without the use of tools and selectively receives a predetermined set of utilities when the feature module engages the upright surface. A connection interface detects when the feature module is engaged with the upright section and the predetermined utility set required by the engaged feature module. After the feature module is engaged, the connection interface prompts the utility port to release the predetermined utility set to the feature module.

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Номер записи: 15
17-10-2013 дата публикации

Refrigerator having vegetable storage container

Номер: US20130270986A1
Автор: Ahreum Park, Deulre MIN, Kyongbae PARK
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

This specification relates to a vegetable storage container for a refrigerator, and more particularly, a sealing structure of a vegetable storage container for a refrigerator capable of sealing an inside of an accommodation space of a vegetable box simply by using a lever after closing the accommodation space with a cover. This specification provides a refrigerator with a vegetable storage container, which includes a vegetable box having a front part and a main body both forming an accommodation space therein as a storage space for vegetables, the vegetable box being installed to be drawn out of the refrigerator, a vegetable box cover horizontally installed on the accommodation space to selectively cover an upper opening of the vegetable box, and a pressing unit to seal the accommodation space after the accommodation space of the vegetable box is closed by the vegetable box cover.

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Номер записи: 16
09-01-2014 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20140007609A1
Автор: Seunggeun Lee
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A dispenser water supply system including a dispenser, an ice making apparatus and a splitting valve are provided. The dispenser includes an outlet and is configured to dispense water and ice. The ice making apparatus is configured to provide ice to the dispenser. The splitting valve is configured to dispense water into the outlet of the dispenser and to the ice making apparatus to produce ice, the splitting valve being mounted at the dispenser. A refrigerator having the dispenser water system is also provided.

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Номер записи: 17
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Method and apparatus for programably treating water in a water cooler

Номер: US20140034561A1
Автор: Kenneth A. Davis
Принадлежит: SIP Technologies LLC

An apparatus for a programmable self sanitizing water dispenser apparatus with a digital controller as well as a programmable method for generating ozone for cleaning the reservoir and the water contained within it. The apparatus includes an anti-spill receiver that houses the controller and that can contain a ozone generator.

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Номер записи: 18
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20140035454A1
Автор: Myeong Suk Kim
Принадлежит: Dongbu Daewoo Electronics Corp

Disclosed therein is a refrigerator. The refrigerator includes: a refrigerator main body partitioned into a freezing room and a refrigeration room; a refrigerator door for opening and closing the refrigerator main body; pockets mounted on the inner face of the refrigerator door; and a sealing room provided to the pocket for separately storing articles by stopping a flow of cold air of the refrigerator main body.

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Номер записи: 19
05-01-2017 дата публикации

REFRIGERATION APPLIANCE WITH WATER DISPENSER

Номер: US20170003069A1
Автор: LAIBLE KARL-FRIEDRICH, MOERTL FLORIAN
Принадлежит:

A refrigeration appliance includes a storage chamber enclosed by a thermally insulating wall and a water dispenser which has an outlet disposed at an inner face of the wall. The outlet is connected by a movable line segment to a line installed in a fixed position in the wall. 1. A refrigeration appliance , comprising:a thermally insulating wall having an inner face;a storage chamber enclosed by said wall;a line installed in a fixed position in said wall;a movable line segment connected to said fixed line; anda water dispenser having an outlet connected to said movable line segment and disposed at said inner face of said wall.2. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1 , wherein said movable line segment is a hose.3. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1 , wherein said movable line segment includes at least one telescopically movable pipe segment.4. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1 , which further comprises a ball joint connecting said movable line segment to said fixed line.5. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 4 , which further comprises an adapter forming a fixed part of said ball joint claim 4 , said adapter being anchored in an opening of said water dispenser by radially protruding projections engaging in latching notches.6. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1 , wherein said movable line segment and said fixed line are formed as a single part.7. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1 , which further comprises a mounting formed on said inner face of said wall claim 1 , said outlet being configured to be temporarily fastened to said mounting.8. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 7 , wherein said mounting is a recess having walls on which said outlet is held with at least one of a form-locking or a frictional connection.9. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1 , which further comprises an arm protruding at least temporarily from said wall claim 1 , said outlet being held on ...

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Номер записи: 20
07-01-2016 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH A TOP SURFACE HAVING A NOTCHED PROFILE FOR PROVIDING ADDITIONAL STORAGE CAPACITY

Номер: US20160003522A1
Автор: Shoemaker Anthony, Silverstein Jason
Принадлежит:

Various embodiments provide a refrigerator that includes a temperature-controlled storage cavity, a front surface, a rear surface opposite the front surface, and a top surface. The temperature-controlled storage cavity includes a first storage area and a second storage area. At least a portion of the front surface provides access to the temperature-controlled cavity. The top surface includes a front portion adjacent and generally perpendicular to the front surface. The top surface includes a rear portion adjacent and generally perpendicular to the rear surface. The rear portion is below the front portion. The top surface includes a central portion connecting the front portion and the rear portion. The first storage area is below the rear portion and between the front surface and the rear surface. The second storage area is above the rear portion, below the front portion, and between the front surface and the central portion. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a temperature-controlled storage cavity comprising a first storage area and a second storage area,a front surface, wherein at least a portion of the front surface provides access to the temperature-controlled storage cavity;a rear surface opposite the front surface; and a front portion adjacent and generally perpendicular to the front surface,', 'a rear portion adjacent and generally perpendicular to the rear surface, the rear portion being below the front portion, and', 'a central portion connecting the front portion and the rear portion,, 'a top surface comprisingwherein the first storage area is below the rear portion and between the front surface and the rear surface,wherein the second storage area is above the rear portion, below the front portion, and between the front surface and the central portion.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the first storage area and the second storage area are contiguous.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , comprising a bottom surface generally perpendicular to ...

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Номер записи: 21
07-01-2016 дата публикации

Apparatus For Producing Carbonated Water, And Refrigerator Including The Same And Method For Controlling The Same

Номер: US20160003523A1
Автор: AN Siyeon, KIM Sungkyoung, KIM Yonghyun, YOU Jimin
Принадлежит:

An apparatus for producing carbonated water includes a gas cylinder configured to store carbon dioxide gas, a cold water storage unit configured to store cold water, a producing tank defining a closed space where the carbonated water is produced, a water supply passage configured to connect the cold water storage unit to the producing tank, the water supply passage including a water supply valve that controls supply of the cold water, a gas supply passage connecting the gas cylinder to the producing tank, the gas supply passage including a gas valve that controls supply of the carbon dioxide, a first relief valve provided along the gas supply passage, the first relief valve configured to control the discharge of the carbon dioxide gas, a dispensing passage connecting the producing tank to a dispensing member, and the dispensing member configured to dispense the carbonated water from a front surface of a refrigerator. 1. An apparatus for producing carbonated water , the apparatus comprising:a gas cylinder configured to store carbon dioxide gas;a cold water storage unit configured to store cold water;a producing tank defining a closed space where the carbonated water is produced;a water supply passage configured to connect the cold water storage unit to the producing tank, the water supply passage comprising a water supply valve that controls supply of the cold water;a gas supply passage connecting the gas cylinder to the producing tank, the gas supply passage comprising a gas valve that controls supply of the carbon dioxide;a first relief valve provided along the gas supply passage, the first relief valve configured to control the discharge of the carbon dioxide gas;a dispensing passage connecting the producing tank to a dispensing member;the dispensing member configured to dispense the carbonated water from a front surface of a refrigerator, the dispensing passage comprising a dispensing valve that controls flow of the carbonated water;a second relief valve in ...

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Номер записи: 22
04-01-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND DISPLAY ASSEMBLY FOR REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20180003428A1
Автор: KWON Youl
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A refrigerator and a display for a refrigerator are provided. The display may include a display plate defining an outer appearance of a front surface of the display, a plurality of display portions that displays information of the refrigerator and is formed by an arrangement of a plurality of fine through-holes that pass through the display plate, a plurality of operational interfaces formed on a front surface of the display plate and operated by a touch input, a touch PCB provided on a rear surface of the display plate and including a plurality of touch sensors at positions corresponding to the plurality of operational interfaces, a display PCB on which a LED that radiates light toward the plurality of fine through-holes is mounted, and a display cover provided close to the rear surface of the display plate and on which the touch PCB and the display PCB are mounted. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a door that opens and closes a storage space;a door panel that forms an outer appearance of the door and is made of a metal material;a dispenser provided on the door and mounted to the door panel; and a display plate formed of a same metal material as the door panel to form an outer appearance of a front surface of the display, the display plate having a display portion including a plurality of fine through-holes to display the activation state and an operation portion operated by the touch input;', 'a touch printed circuit board (PCB) provided on a rear surface of the display plate and including a plurality of touch sensors provided at positions corresponding to the operation portion;', 'a display PCB on which a light emitting device (LED) that radiates light toward the plurality of through-holes of the display portion is mounted; and', 'a display cover in close contact with the rear surface of the display plate and on which the touch PCB and the display PCB are mounted., 'a display mounted on one side of the dispenser that displays an activation state of the refrigerator ...

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Номер записи: 23
13-01-2022 дата публикации

FIXED SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR EXTINGUISHING INDUSTRIAL TANK FIRES, WITH AND WITHOUT FIXED ROOF, INCLUDING AERATED FOAM PROJECTING NOZZLES AND CENTER DIRECTED NOZZLES

Номер: US20220008768A1
Автор: Spears Casey R., Williams Dwight P.
Принадлежит:

Fixed systems and method for extinguishing large scale industrial tank fires, with and without fixed roofs, and featuring aerated foam projecting nozzles and including fixed center directed nozzles. 19-. (canceled)10. A method for extinguishing fire in an industrial tank , comprising:forcefully projecting a first aerated foam, having an expansion ratio of at least 2-to-1 to 8-to-1 through an opening in a top portion of a industrial tank wall radially toward the center of the industrial tank in a substantially focused stream through a first fluid conduit having a forcefully projecting nozzle at its distal end, wherein a tapered portion is located in the first fluid conduit downstream of, and in fluid communication with, a first ambient air aeration chamber, a first end of the tapered portion is larger than a second end of the tapered portion, the second end of the tapered portion is connected to a tip portion of the forcefully projecting nozzle; andprojecting a second aerated foam, having an expansion ratio of at least 2-to-1 to 8-to-1 through two discharge nozzles located in a second fluid conduit at its distal end, in roughly opposing directions, along interior side wall portions of the industrial tank, wherein the second fluid conduit is adjacent to, and proximate to, the first fluid conduit.11. The method of claim 10 , wherein the forcefully projecting nozzle claim 10 , if set at 0 degree inclination to a horizon and at a pressure of 100 pounds per square inch (psi) claim 10 , and if a landing footprint is measured on a horizontal plane five feet below its discharge orifice claim 10 , and when projecting the first aerated foam with an expansion ratio of between 3-to-1 and 5-to-1 claim 10 , is capable of landing at least 50% of the first aerated foam greater than 50 feet from the discharge orifice.12. The method of claim 11 , wherein the forcefully projecting nozzle is capable of landing at least 50% of the first aerated foam greater than 50 feet from the ...

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Номер записи: 24
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Container apparatus and method of using same

Номер: US20190003700A1
Автор: Matthew S. BROWN
Принадлежит: Fuse LLC

A container apparatus can include a container and an insert assembly. The insert assembly can include four elongate members. The four elongate members can include light emitting devices for illuminating the interior of the container and/or temperature altering elements for cooling and/or heating the interior of the container. The container can have a rectangular base and a rectangular sidewall extending upwardly from the base. The sidewall can define four corners of the container, and four elongate recesses can be formed in the sidewall proximate the four corners of the sidewall to receive the elongate light members. The recesses can be sized and shaped to conform to the elongate insert members so that the insert members can be releasably retained within the elongate recesses.

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Номер записи: 25
03-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH TANDEM EVAPORATORS

Номер: US20190003758A1
Автор: Scalf Eric, Wilson Mark W.
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A refrigerator and method utilize a pair of tandem evaporators to provide cooling for both a compartment and an ice making system of a refrigerator. An upstream evaporator in the pair of tandem evaporators provides cooling for a compartment such as a freezer, fresh food, flexible cooling, or quick cooling compartment, while a downstream evaporator is in fluid communication with the upstream evaporator to receive a portion of the air cooled by the upstream evaporator and further cool the received portion for use in cooling one or more components of the ice making system. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet with a freezer compartment and a fresh food compartment defined therein;a door coupled to the cabinet adjacent an opening of the fresh food compartment and configured to provide access to the fresh food compartment;an ice maker mold configured to produce ice;an ice dispenser disposed on the door and configured to dispense ice produced by the ice maker mold;a first evaporator in fluid communication with one of the freezer compartment and the fresh food compartment to cool air received thereby and supply a first portion of the cooled air to the one of the freezer compartment and the fresh food compartment; anda second evaporator in fluid communication with the first evaporator to receive a second portion of the cooled air and further cool the second portion of the cooled air and supply at least a portion of the further cooled second portion of the cooled air to the ice maker mold.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the door is a first fresh food door claim 1 , and wherein the refrigerator further comprises a second fresh food door adjacent the opening of the fresh food compartment and arranged in a side-by-side relationship with the first fresh food door.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the door is a fresh food door claim 1 , wherein the fresh food compartment is disposed above the freezer compartment claim 1 , and wherein the refrigerator further ...

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Номер записи: 26
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Combined microwave oven and refrigerator appliance

Номер: US20190003763A1
Автор: Nathan Nelson
Принадлежит: Midea Group Co Ltd

An apparatus having a microwave oven pivotally coupled with a refrigerator. The microwave oven may be locked in one or more pivot positions relative to the refrigerator. The pivot axis of the microwave oven may be in a variety of positions relative to the refrigerator and microwave to result in a variety of orientations.

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Номер записи: 27
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Single Serve Beverage Dispenser for a Refrigerator Appliance

Номер: US20180008087A1
Автор: Bird Christopher Francis, Miller Charles Benjamin
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A brew module for use with a refrigerator appliance is provided. The brew module includes a brewing body and a pivotally attached lid that together define a brew chamber configured to receive a brew pod. A lower needle is positioned at the bottom of the brew chamber and an upper needle is slidably received within the lid. Pivoting the lid to the closed position forces the lower needle to pierce the brew pod first, thereby relieving any built up pressure. Thereafter, a moving water supply tube drives the upper needle downward to pierce a top cover of the brew pod along a substantially vertical direction, thus minimizing the size of the pierced hole in the top cover. The brew module thus facilitates an improved seal with the brew pod, reduces the risk of clogging the upper needle, and prevents the ejection of brew pod contents. 1. A refrigerator appliance defining a vertical direction , a lateral direction , and a transverse direction , the refrigerator appliance comprising:a cabinet defining a chilled chamber;a door being rotatably hinged to the cabinet to provide selective access to the chilled chamber, the door defining a dispenser recess;a dispensing assembly positioned within the dispenser recess and comprising a moving water delivery tube configured to move substantially along the vertical direction between a retracted position and an extended position; and a brewing body defining a brew chamber configured to receive a brew pod, the brewing body defining an outlet and comprising a lower needle;', 'a lid configured to seal the brew pod within the brew chamber, the lid defining an inlet configured to receive a flow of water from the moving water delivery tube to mix with contents of the brew pod to create a beverage; and', 'an upper needle assembly comprising an upper needle attached to a drive member, the drive member being slidably received within the lid and configured to move in a vertical direction between a retracted position and an extended position., 'a ...

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Номер записи: 28
11-01-2018 дата публикации

FILTER ASSEMBLY AND A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE

Номер: US20180008914A1
Автор: Mitchell Alan Joseph, Nuss Bart Andrew
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A filter assembly includes a manifold having an inlet and outlet port. The filter assembly further includes a filter cartridge. The filter cartridge includes a casing and a filter casing disposed within the casing. The filter cartridge also includes a gear rack, and an inlet and outlet port. The filter assembly further includes an electric motor configured to move the filter cartridge along an axial direction by rotating a gear coupled to the electric motor such that the gear meshes with the gear rack. The filter cartridge is movable between a first position in which the filter cartridge and manifold are not in fluid communication, and a second position in which the filter cartridge and the manifold are in fluid communication. A refrigerator appliance having the filter assembly is also provided. 1. A filter assembly defining an axial direction , the filter assembly comprising:a manifold having an inlet port and an outlet port;a filter cartridge comprising a casing, a gear rack, a filter medium, an inlet port and an outlet port, the gear rack coupled to the casing, the filter medium disposed within the casing; andan electric motor coupled to a gear, the electric motor configured to move the filter cartridge along the axial direction by rotating the gear such that the gear meshes with the gear rack,wherein the filter cartridge is movable with the electric motor to a first position in which the filter cartridge is spaced apart from the manifold such that the inlet port of the filter cartridge is not in fluid communication with the inlet port of the manifold, and the outlet port of the filter cartridge is not in fluid communication with the outlet port of the manifold.wherein the filter cartridge is also movable with the electric motor to a second position in which the filter cartridge is mounted to the manifold such that the inlet port of the filter cartridge is in fluid communication with the inlet port of the manifold, and the outlet port of the filter cartridge is ...

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Номер записи: 29
11-01-2018 дата публикации

PERFORMANCE INDICATION DEVICE FOR A FILTER

Номер: US20180008916A1
Автор: Chernov Gregory Sergeevich, Krause Andrew Reinhard
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A performance indication device for a filter is provided. The performance indication device includes a water metering device to convert the energy of water flowing through the filter into mechanical rotation of a drive gear. A gear reduction assembly operably couples the drive gear to a valve gear and reduces the rotational speed of the valve gear relative to the drive gear. A flow controlling device is operably coupled to the valve gear and is configured to reduce or terminate the flow of water through the performance indication device and the filter when a target flow capacity is reached. The performance indication device thus provides an accurate indication to the user as to when the filter capacity has been expended without the need for a complex control system or communication link or any modification of the appliance in which the filter is installed. 1. A performance indication device for a filter , the performance indication device comprising:an inlet and an outlet in fluid communication with the filter;a drive gear;a water metering device configured for converting the energy of water flowing through the inlet into the rotational energy of the drive gear;a gear reduction assembly operably coupling the drive gear to a valve gear, the gear reduction assembly defining a gear ratio such that the rotational speed of the valve gear is reduced relative to the rotational speed of the drive gear by the gear ratio; anda flow controlling device that is operably coupled to the valve gear, the flow controlling device configured to reduce or terminate the flow of water through the performance indication device and the filter when a target flow capacity is reached.2. The performance indication device of claim 1 , wherein the flow controlling device is a protrusion extending along a radial direction from the valve gear claim 1 , the protrusion configured to block the outlet when the target flow capacity is reached.3. The performance indication device of claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 30
11-01-2018 дата публикации

WATER FILTER ASSEMBLY AND REFRIGERATION APPLIANCE EQUIPPED THEREWITH

Номер: US20180008917A1
Автор: GAPLIKOW EUGEN, LAIBLE KARL-FRIEDRICH
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A water filter assembly for a refrigeration appliance contains an inlet connection, a filter head, on which a water filter can be mounted, a non-return valve and an outlet connection. The non-return valve is connected to the water filter by way of a hose. The hose can be attached to a connection of the filter head which is already available to feed or drain water, without adjustments to the filter head being required for this purpose. 1. A water filter assembly for a refrigeration appliance , the water filter assembly comprising:an inlet connection;a water filter;a filter head on which said water filter is mounted;a hose;a non-return valve connected to said water filter by way of said hose; andan outlet connection.2. The water filter assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising a coupling element having a through hole formed therein claim 1 , said non-return valve is introduced into said through hole of said coupling element at an end of said hose.3. The water filter assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said coupling element forms said inlet connection.4. The water filter assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said non-return valve is secured in said though hole in a form-fit manner.5. The water filter according to claim 2 , wherein said coupling element has a blocking ring and said non-return valve is secured in said through hole in a first direction by said blocking ring which is supported in a groove of said through hole.6. The water filter assembly according to claim 5 , wherein the first direction opposes a flow direction of water.7. The water filter assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said non-return valve is secured by a deformation of said coupling element.8. The water filter assembly according to claim 3 , wherein said non-return valve is held or clamped in said through hole in a frictionally engaged manner.9. The water filter assembly according to claim 2 , wherein said non-return valve is secured in said through hole in a second direction by ...

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Номер записи: 31
12-01-2017 дата публикации

Systems and methods of dispensing water or ice

Номер: US20170010034A1
Автор: Joseph Thomas Waugh, Tyler James Doering
Принадлежит: Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc

Systems and methods for dispensing water or ice are provided. In particular, a dispensing system can include a sensor configured to detect the presence of a container proximate the dispensing system. The sensor can be further configured to detect a top lip of the container and a level of contents in the container relative to the top lip. When a container is detected, the dispensing system can be configured to dispense water or ice, for instance, responsive to a user input. The dispensing system can be further configured to cease dispensing water or ice when the level of water or ice reaches a threshold level.

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Номер записи: 32
12-01-2017 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH A WATER AND ICE DISPENSER HAVING AN IMPROVED ICE CHUTE AIR SEAL

Номер: US20170010035A1
Автор: BOWEN MICHAEL A., Ertz Lawrence J., Kopf Bruce A., Leimkuehler Scott W., Martin Dean A., Rotter Chad J.
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A refrigerator having an ice and water dispenser has a seal to sealingly engage the ice compartment when the refrigerator door is closed. The seal is flexible to accommodate manufacturing tolerance. The seal may be impregnated with a friction reducing agent to increase life of the seal. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a freezer compartment;a refrigerated compartment held at a temperature above the freezing temperature of water;a door comprising an inner liner and an outer door pan and having an open position, wherein access to refrigerated compartment is available and a closed position wherein access to the refrigerated compartment is not available;an icemaker in the refrigerated compartment and comprising a dispensing aperture on a bottom side of the icemaker;a first portion of the inner liner comprising an at least substantially horizontal plane and having an aperture disposed substantially below the icemaker dispensing aperture;a chute having a first end disposed adjacent the inner liner aperture and a second end at an ice dispenser adjacent the outer door pan and accessible with the door in the closed position; anda seal operably disposed between the inner liner aperture and the icemaker dispensing aperture and configured to allow at least ice and air from the icemaker to the chute.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the seal is configured to prevent air from the icemaker from leaking into the refrigerated compartment when the door is in the closed position.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the seal is attached to the inner liner.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein the seal comprises a compressible material.5. The refrigerator of claim 4 , wherein the seal comprises an additive to reduce friction between the seal and the ice maker.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the additive comprises a polytetrafluoroethylene material.7. The refrigerator of further comprising a storage shelf disposed on the inner liner of the door and located below the ...

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Номер записи: 33
10-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR EQUIPPED WITH APPARATUS FOR PRODUCING CARBONATED WATER

Номер: US20190010040A1
Автор: HWANG Kyung Ho, Jeon Hae Ryong, KYONG Yong Soo, Lee Sang Tak
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator includes a body, a storage chamber, a door, a water tank to store clean water, a carbonated water production module mounted to a back surface of the door while including a carbon dioxide gas cylinder stored with carbon dioxide gas, and a carbonated water tank to produce carbonated water through mixing of the clean water with the carbon dioxide gas, a dispenser including a dispensation space formed at the door, a carbonated discharge line to connect the carbonated water tank and the dispensation space, so as to retrieve the carbonated water in the dispensation space, and a clean water discharge line to connect the water tank and the dispensation space without passing through the carbonated water tank, so as to retrieve the clean water in the dispensation space, and a carbonated water regulator to maintain a discharge pressure of the carbonated water at a predetermined pressure. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a body;a storage chamber defined in the body while having an opened front side;a door to open or close the opened front side of the storage chamber;a water tank to store clean water;a carbonated water production module mounted to a back surface of the door, the carbonated water production module comprising a carbon dioxide gas cylinder stored with carbon dioxide gas, and a carbonated water tank to produce carbonated water through mixing of the clean water with the carbon dioxide gas;a dispenser comprising a dispensation space formed at a front surface of the door, a carbonated discharge line to connect the carbonated water tank and the dispensation space, so as to retrieve the carbonated water in the dispensation space, and a clean water discharge line to connect the water tank and the dispensation space without passing through the carbonated water tank, so as to retrieve the clean water in the dispensation space; anda carbonated water regulator to maintain a discharge pressure of the carbonated water at a predetermined pressure or below.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 34
11-01-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH ICEMAKER CHILLED BY THERMOELECTRIC DEVICE COOLED BY FRESH FOOD COMPARTMENT AIR

Номер: US20180010828A1
Автор: Boarman Patrick J., Culley Brian K., Hortin Gregory G., Thomas Mark E.
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An icemaker is mounted remotely from a freezer compartment. The icemaker includes an ice mold. A thermoelectric device is provided and includes a warm side and an opposite cold side. A flow pathway is connected in communication between the cold side of the thermoelectric device and the icemaker. In one aspect, a fan is operatively positioned to move air from the fresh food compartment across the warm side of the thermoelectric device and a pump moves fluid from the cold side of the thermoelectric device to the icemaker. Cold air, such as from a refrigerator compartment, may be used to dissipate heat from the warm side of the thermoelectric device for providing cold fluid to and for cooling the ice mold of the icemaker. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a fresh food compartment and a freezer compartment;an icemaker mounted remotely from the freezer compartment, the icemaker further comprising an ice mold;a thermoelectric device comprising a warm side and a cold side disposed remotely from the ice mold; a liquid supply line thermally connected to the cold side and the ice mold; and', 'a liquid return line thermally connecting a fluid sink of the thermoelectric device and the ice mold; and, 'a first fluid pathway comprising an air supply line in fluid communication with a fan; and', 'an air return line in fluid communication with a controller., 'a second fluid pathway thermally connected to an air sink on the warm side of the thermoelectric device, the second fluid pathway comprising2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the air sink comprises a plurality of fins.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the fan is disposed within the second fluid pathway and configured to urge air from the fresh food compartment through the second fluid pathway to the air sink.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , further comprising a flow controller disposed downstream the air sink claim 3 , and configured to direct air to any combination of the fresh food compartment claim 3 , the freezer ...

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Номер записи: 35
10-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD OF CONTROLLING THE SAME

Номер: US20190011177A1
Автор: Lee Sang Hoon, Park Sang Min, Yoon Boo-Keun
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This disclosure is related to a refrigerator and a method of controlling the same. The refrigerator includes a dispenser passage, a water supplier for supplying sterilizing water or rinsing water to the dispenser passage, a drain for draining the sterilizing water or the rinsing water that is supplied to the dispenser passage, and a controller for performing a sterilization cycle and controlling the water supplier and the drain to perform a rinsing cycle after completing the sterilization cycle, wherein the sterilization cycle is a cycle of keeping the sterilizing water in the dispenser passage and then draining the sterilizing water, and the rinsing cycle is a cycle of supplying the rinsing water to the dispenser passage and draining the rinsing water therefrom. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a dispenser passage;a water supplier configured to supply sterilizing water or rinsing water to the dispenser passage;a drain configured to drain the sterilizing water or the rinsing water that is supplied to the dispenser passage; andat least one processor, control the water supplier to supply the sterilizing water to the dispenser passage,', 'control the drain to drain the sterilizing water after the sterilizing water is kept in the dispenser passage during a predetermined time interval, and', 'block a passage to an ice-making machine until the rinsing water is drained after the sterilizing water is supplied., 'wherein, when a dispenser cleaning signal is input, the at least one processor is configured to2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising:a user interface configured to receive the dispenser cleaning signal.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising:a flow rate detector configured to detect a flow rate of the sterilizing water being supplied, control the water supplier to supply the sterilizing water during a predetermined time interval, and', 'stop the supplying of the sterilizing water when the flow rate detected by the flow rate detector is equal to ...

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Номер записи: 36
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Perishable Storage Unit with Means for Sanitizing Food Stuffs

Номер: US20220030919A1
Автор: Bofill Peter
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A perishable storage unit with means for sanitizing food stuffs having a sanitization unit. The storage unit provides a storage body, a door, and a cooling system, wherein the cooling system is integrated with the storage body to maintain a cooling temperature when the door is in a closed position. The sanitization unit includes a light assembly and a switch, wherein the switch is integrated with a peripheral edge of the storage unit such that the door engages the switch when in the closed position. The light assembly is configured to emit sterilizing wavelengths of light, such as ultraviolet light, and is operably coupled to the switch, such that when the door is actuated from an open position to the closed position, the light assembly is switched from an off state to an on state. 1. A perishable storage unit with means for sanitizing food stuffs , the perishable storage unit with means for sanitizing food stuffs comprising:a storage unit;the storage unit comprising a storage body, a door, and a cooling system;the door being hinged to the storage body, wherein the door can be pivoted between a closed position and an open position;the cooling system being integrated with the storage body and configured to maintain a cooling temperature when the door is in the closed position;a sanitation unit being integrated within the storage body;the sanitation unit comprising a light assembly and a switch;the light assembly being electrically connected to the switch, wherein the light assembly can be toggled between an on state and an off state;the switch being integrated with a peripheral edge of the storage unit;the door engaging the switch in the closed position;the light assembly being toggled to the off state when the door is disengaged from the switch;the light assembly being toggled to the on state when the door is engaged into the switch; andthe light assembly being configured to emit ultraviolet light in the on state.2. The perishable storage unit with means for ...

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Номер записи: 37
15-01-2015 дата публикации

FOLDABLE RACK FOR A REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20150015132A1
Автор: Seeley Michael S.
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A refrigerator comprising a cabinet, a liner disposed within the cabinet and defining an interior fresh food compartment, a wine rack rotatably mounted within the fresh food compartment, the wine rack comprising a substantially planar plate having a first end and a second end with at least one aperture sized to receive a neck portion of a bottle to hold the bottle substantially horizontally in a cantilever fashion; a pair of attachment elements disposed on the first end and second end of the substantially planar plate to support the substantially planar plate and configured to secure the substantially plate to the refrigerator. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet;a liner disposed within the cabinet and defining an interior fresh food compartment; a substantially planar plate having a first end and a second end with at least one aperture sized to receive a neck portion of a bottle to hold the bottle substantially horizontally in a cantilever fashion;', 'a pair of attachment elements disposed on the first end and second end of the substantially planar plate to support the substantially planar plate and configured to secure the substantially plate to the refrigerator., 'a wine rack rotatably mounted within the fresh food compartment, the wine rack comprising2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of shelf ladders secured to the cabinet claim 1 , and a shelf configured to removably attach to one or more of the plurality of shelf ladders.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the pair of attachment elements are configured to rest on a rear portion of the shelf and hold the substantially planar plate below the shelf.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein the pair of attachment elements further comprise a hinge element configured to allow the substantially planar plate to rotate between a first position and a second position.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the liner further comprises a pair of upper liner grommets defining an axis of ...

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Номер записи: 38
18-01-2018 дата публикации

WATER PURIFYING FILTER AND REFRIGERATOR HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20180015397A1
Автор: AN Jae Koog, Park Sang Min
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A water purifying filter for a refrigerator includes a filter, an inner housing to accommodate the filter therein and an outer housing to accommodate the inner housing therein. An outer surface of the inner housing and an inner surface of the outer housing are spaced apart from each other to form an insulation space. 1. A water purifying filter , comprising:an inner housing to accommodate a filter therein; andan outer housing to accommodate the inner housing therein, such that an outer surface of the inner housing and an inner surface of the outer housing are spaced apart from each other to form an insulation space.2. The water purifying filter according to claim 1 , wherein the insulation space is maintained in a vacuum state.3. The water purifying filter according to claim 1 , further comprising an insulator to fill the insulation space.4. The water purifying filter according to claim 1 , whereinthe inner housing has a hollow substantially cylindrical shape, andthe outer housing has a hollow substantially square container shape.5. The water purifying filter according to claim 4 , whereinone side of the inner housing is open,one side of the outer housing is open, andthe water purifying filter further includes a connection cap to cover the one side of the inner housing and the one side of the outer housing.6. The water purifying filter according to claim 5 , wherein the connection cap includes:a cap portion to cover the one side of the inner housing and the one side of the outer housing;an inner fixed portion which extends in a circular ring form from the cap portion and to which the one side of the inner housing is fixed; andan outer fixed portion which extends in a square ring form from the cap portion and to which the one side of the outer housing is fixed.7. A refrigerator claim 5 , comprising:a main body including an installation hole having a substantially square shape and a connection valve disposed in the installation hole; anda water purifying filter having ...

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Номер записи: 39
18-01-2018 дата публикации

WATER PURIFYING FILTER

Номер: US20180015399A1
Автор: AN Jae Koog, Park Sang Min
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A water purifying filter has a cylindrical inner housing to receive a filter therein, and an outer housing to receive the inner housing. The inner housing and the outer housing are spaced apart from each other to form an insulation space configured to suppress heat transfer and to reduce the filter freezing inside the inner housing. 1. A water purifying filter , comprising:an inner housing having a circular tube shape, configured to accommodate a filter, and configured to guide water to the filter; andan outer housing configured to accommodate the inner housing inside the outer housing such that the inner housing and the outer housing are spaced apart from each other to form an insulation space configured to suppress heat transfer between the inner housing and the outer housing.2. The water purifying filter of claim 1 , wherein:a first gap is provided between one side of the inner housing and one side of the outer housing,a second gap is provided between another side of the inner housing and another side of the outer housing,the second gap is greater than the first gap, andthe insulation space is filled with air to form an air layer.3. The water purifying filter of claim 1 , wherein:the outer housing has a substantially rectangular tube shape, andone side of the outer housing is open to accommodate the inner housing.4. The water purifying filter of claim 3 , wherein:one side of the inner housing, corresponding to the one side of the outer housing, is open, andthe water purifying filter further includes a connecting cap configured to cover the open one side of the inner housing and the open one side of the outer housing.5. The water purifying filter of claim 4 , wherein the connecting cap includes:a cap configured to cover the open one side of the inner housing and the open one side of the outer housing;an inner fixer, having a circular tube shape, configured to extend from the cap toward the inner housing to fix the open one side of the inner housing; andan outer ...

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Номер записи: 40
18-01-2018 дата публикации

WATER PURIFYING FILTER

Номер: US20180015400A1
Автор: AN Jae Koog, Park Sang Min
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A water purifying filter has a cylindrical inner housing to receive a filter therein, and an outer housing to receive the inner housing. The inner housing and the outer housing are spaced apart from each other to form an insulation space configured to suppress heat transfer and to reduce the filter freezing inside the inner housing. 1. A water purifying filter , comprising:an inner housing having a circular tube shape, configured to accommodate a filter, and configured to guide water to the filter; andan outer housing configured to accommodate the inner housing inside the outer housing such that the inner housing and the outer housing are spaced apart from each other to form an insulation space configured to suppress heat transfer between the inner housing and the outer housing.2. The water purifying filter of claim 1 , wherein:a first gap is provided between one side of the inner housing and one side of the outer housing,a second gap is provided between another side of the inner housing and another side of the outer housing,the second gap is greater than the first gap, andthe insulation space is filled with air to form an air layer.3. The water purifying filter of claim 1 , wherein:the outer housing has a substantially rectangular tube shape, andone side of the outer housing is open to accommodate the inner housing.4. The water purifying filter of claim 3 , wherein:one side of the inner housing, corresponding to the one side of the outer housing, is open, andthe water purifying filter further includes a connecting cap configured to cover the open one side of the inner housing and the open one side of the outer housing.5. The water purifying filter of claim 4 , wherein the connecting cap includes:a cap configured to cover the open one side of the inner housing and the open one side of the outer housing;an inner fixer, having a circular tube shape, configured to extend from the cap toward the inner housing to fix the open one side of the inner housing; andan outer ...

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Номер записи: 41
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Portable Refrigerator Assembly

Номер: US20220034580A1
Автор: Smith Angela, Smith Bernard
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A portable refrigerator assembly includes a refrigerator that has a box and a door that is hingedly coupled to the box. A plurality of feet is each coupled to and extends laterally away from the refrigerator for stabilizing the refrigerator on a support surface. A cooling unit is provided and the cooling unit is positioned in the refrigerator such that the cooling unit is in thermal communication with an interior of the refrigerator. In this way the cooling unit can cool the interior of the refrigerator. A pair of warming plates is each coupled to the refrigerator and a food item can be positioned on each of the warming plates. Additionally, each of the warming plates generates heat when the warming plates are turned on to warm the food item. 1. A portable refrigerator assembly having warming plates integrated therein for either cooling or warming food items , said assembly comprising:a refrigerator having a box and a door being hingedly coupled to said box, said refrigerator being comprised of a thermally insulating material wherein said refrigerator is configured to retain food items at a preferred temperature;a plurality of feet, each of said feet being coupled to and extending laterally away from said refrigerator for stabilizing said refrigerator on a support surface, each of said feet extending laterally away from said outer wall, each of said feet being aligned with said bottom wall of said refrigerator;a cooling unit being positioned in said refrigerator such that said cooling unit is in thermal communication with an interior of said refrigerator wherein said cooling unit is configured to cool the interior of said refrigerator, said cooling unit comprising a thermoelectric cooling plate; anda pair of warming plates, each of said warming plates being coupled to said refrigerator wherein each of said warming plates is configured to have a food item positioned thereon, each of said warming plates generating heat when said warming plates are turned on wherein ...

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Номер записи: 42
03-02-2022 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20220034581A1
Автор: YOU Jimin
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A refrigerator includes a cabinet defining an upper storage space, a lower storage space and a machine room provided at a lower end of the cabinet. A dispenser is provided in an upper door of the upper storage space to dispense water or liquid, and an ice maker is provided inside the upper door to make ice. A pump assembly is provided inside the machine room to pump water through a water supply passage from a water tank to the dispenser and the ice maker. The water supply passage extends downward from the water tank after passing through a rear surface of the cabinet to connect to the pump assembly inside the machine room and extends upward from the pump assembly and passes through an upper surface of the cabinet to connect to the dispenser and the ice maker. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a first storage space and a second storage space, the first storage space provided above or below the second storage space;a machine room provided at a lower end of the cabinet and housing a compressor and a condenser;a first door configured to open or close the first storage space;a second door configured to open or close the second storage space;a device provided in the first door, the device being at least one of a liquid dispenser configured to dispense liquid or an ice maker configured to make ice;a tank provided in the first storage space and configured to store liquid;a supply passage configured to guide liquid from the tank to the device; anda pump assembly provided inside the machine room and configured to pump liquid from the tank through the supply passage to the device,wherein the supply passage extends through a rear surface of the cabinet to connect to the pump assembly inside the machine room, and extends through one of an upper surface of the cabinet to connect the pump assembly to the device.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein:the first door includes a left door and a right door that are rotatably provided at left and right sides of the ...

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Номер записи: 43
19-01-2017 дата публикации

Translating Treatment Cartridge, Fluid Dispensing System, and Method of Using

Номер: US20170016665A1
Автор: Lachermeier David W.
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A dispensing system having a treatment cartridge utilizing linear translation of the treatment cartridge within the manifold to actuate a valve to dispense a fluid. To dispense the fluid, a person pushes their glass or other container against a dispensing lever that translates the treatment cartridge within the manifold causing a cam surface on the filter's circumferential exterior to actuate a valve sending the fluid from the valve though the treatment cartridge and out a dispensing orifice in the treatment cartridge into the glass. 1. A method of dispensing a fluid comprising:positioning a translating treatment cartridge having a housing with an inlet orifice and a dispensing orifice into a manifold, the manifold having a cartridge bore surrounding a central axis of the manifold and a fluid inlet;moving the translating treatment cartridge linearly along the central axis from a first position to a dispensing position causing the fluid to flow from the fluid inlet, though the inlet orifice, through the translating treatment cartridge, and out the dispensing orifice.2. The method of comprising moving the translating treatment cartridge from the dispensing position to the first position stopping the flow of fluid from the dispensing orifice.3. The method of comprising biasing the translating treatment cartridge to return to the first position.4. The method of wherein the fluid inlet comprises an inlet bore claim 1 , a valve seat located in the inlet bore claim 1 , and a spring biased poppet valve located within the inlet bore; the translating treatment cartridge comprises a cam surface located on the housing; and wherein the spring biased poppet valve is seated against the valve seat in the first position claim 1 , and the cam surface opens the spring biased poppet valve in the dispensing position.5. The method of wherein the positioning comprises inserting an end of the translating treatment cartridge through the cartridge bore and engaging a dispensing lever with a ...

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Номер записи: 44
21-01-2016 дата публикации

Window Refrigerator

Номер: US20160018115A1
Автор: Arjomand Ray
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A refrigerator having its heat exchanger outdoors. In one embodiment, a thermos is attached to the front of a window air conditioner. In another embodiment, the refrigerator has gated conduits to allow cold outdoor air into the refrigerator. The refrigerator has a compressor that circulates refrigerant in an auxiliary evaporator adjacent to the refrigerator compartment to freeze the water in the refrigerator at night and to allow the ice to keep the refrigerator cold. In another embodiment, the refrigerator is combined with a heat pump such that the outdoor heat exchanger of the heat pump and the outdoor heat exchanger of the refrigerator are in close thermal contact. Another embodiment includes a heat pump having a second evaporator near the refrigerator compartment to cool the inside of the refrigerator compartment and heat the home simultaneously by transferring the heat from inside the refrigerator to the indoors. 1. A combination of a window in a building having an inside and an outside , a device comprising an air conditioner passing through the window and having a front side toward the inside of the building , which front side has a control panel , and a thermos attached to the front of the air conditioner , which thermos has a rear wall facing the air conditioner , which rear wall contains an opening of such size as to allow cooled air from the air conditioner to enter the thermos.2. A combination of an opening between indoors and outdoors in a building having an inside and an outside and a refrigerator device , in which the refrigerator device has a cooling compartment , a door , an evaporator coil and a condenser coil wherein the condenser coil is outdoors , and a heat pump device , which heat pump device has a compressor , an indoor heat exchanger , and an outdoor heat exchanger wherein the outdoor heat exchanger of the heat pump is in thermal contact with the condenser coil of the refrigerator device.3. The combination of claim 2 , wherein the opening is ...

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Номер записи: 45
18-01-2018 дата публикации

STAND-ALONE ICE MAKING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20180017305A1
Автор: Garces Tomas, Tarr Ronald Scott, Ward Jarvis
Принадлежит:

A stand-alone ice making appliance is provided. The stand-alone ice making appliance may include an outer casing, a water tank, a pump, an ice maker, and a container. The outer casing may define an internal cavity that includes a primary opening. The water tank may define a storage volume to receive water. The pump may be in fluid communication with the storage volume of the water tank to actively flow water therefrom. The ice maker may in fluid communication with the storage volume of the water tank to receive water therefrom. The container may be disposed within the internal cavity. The container may include an insulated sidewall positioned across the primary opening and at least partially defining a storage volume to receive ice from the ice maker. 1. A stand-alone ice making appliance defining a plurality of mutually-orthogonal directions , the mutually-orthogonal directions including a lateral direction , a transverse direction , and a vertical direction , the stand-alone ice making appliance comprising:an outer casing defining an internal cavity, the internal cavity including a primary opening through which the internal cavity may be accessed;a water tank, the water tank defining a storage volume to receive water;a pump in fluid communication with the storage volume of the water tank to actively flow water therefrom;an ice maker, the ice maker in fluid communication with the storage volume of the water tank to receive water therefrom; anda container disposed within the internal cavity, the container including an insulated sidewall positioned across the primary opening and at least partially defining a storage volume to receive ice from the ice maker, the sidewall including a front panel and a rear panel defining a transparent insulation gap therebetween.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the transparent insulation gap includes a sealed volume.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the container further comprises a base wall positioned below a portion of the ...

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Номер записи: 46
18-01-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR PROVIDED WITH ICE MAKER AND WATER SUPPLY UNIT

Номер: US20180017308A1
Автор: YANG Sung Jin
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A refrigerator with an ice maker is installed in a refrigeration compartment or a freezer. A machine compartment is located in a lower rear portion of the refrigerator and includes a valve configured to distribute water for supply to the ice maker. A water supply unit is configured to supply water from the valve to the ice maker. The water supply unit includes an ice maker tube extending to the ice maker to supply water, and a guide cap to which one end portion of the ice maker tube is fitted. The guide cap includes sealing projections inserted into the ice maker tube and spaced apart from each other along a longitudinal direction of the ice maker tube. The sealing projections are configured to make close contact with the ice maker tube to prevent water leakage from the ice maker tube. 1. A refrigerator comprising:an ice maker configured to convert water into ice for dispensing; anda water supply unit coupled to the ice maker and configured to supply water to the ice maker,wherein the water supply unit comprises:a housing;an ice maker tube inserted into the housing and coupled to the ice maker; anda guide cap comprising sealing projections inserted into the ice maker tube and spaced apart from each other along the ice maker tube, and wherein the sealing projections are configured to contact the ice maker tube and are operable to restrict water leakage from the ice maker tube.2. The refrigerator of further comprising:a main body;a refrigeration compartment disposed in a portion of the main body;a freezer disposed in another portion of the main body; anda machine compartment disposed in a lower rear portion of the main body and comprising a valve configured to control water supply.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the water supply unit further comprises a sealing washer disposed at an inner side of the guide cap claim 1 , wherein the sealing washer contacts the guide cap and is configured to prevent ambient air from entering the ice maker tube claim 1 , and ...

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Номер записи: 47
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Refrigerator and method of operating the same

Номер: US20180017313A1
Автор: Jiyoon KU, JiYoon LEE, Jiyoung Yoon, Junsoo Park
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

The present invention provides a refrigerator including a compressor for compressing refrigerant, a condenser in which the refrigerant, which has been compressed in the compressor, is condensed, an icemaker, a water supply tube, which supplies water to the icemaker and is in contact with at least one of the compressor and the condenser, an ice-making water supply valve installed in the water supply tube, a temperature sensor installed at the water supply tube, and a controller for controlling the ice-making water supply valve based on a temperature detected by the temperature sensor. Water having a temperature that is raised to a temperature range set in consideration of the Mpemba effect is supplied to the icemaker, thereby enabling rapid ice making.

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Номер записи: 48
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Household cooling appliance comprising a speech control for a dispenser unit, which is configured for dispensing liquid and/or ice, as well as method for operating a household cooling appliance

Номер: US20190017735A1
Автор: Hans Gerd Keller
Принадлежит: BSH HAUSGERAETE GMBH

A household cooling appliance has a dispenser unit for dispensing liquid and/or ice. The dispenser unit is an actuation element for starting the dispensing of liquid and/or ice. A communication unit is configured for input and recognition of speech signals. A control unit is configured for performing at least one operating function of the dispenser unit depending on the recognized speech signal, and a starting signal for starting a speech signal input mode of the communication unit. There is also described a method for operating a household cooling appliance.

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Номер записи: 49
22-01-2015 дата публикации

Cooling device comprising a dispenser

Номер: US20150020537A1
Автор: Cemalettin HASTÜRK, Murat Sogut, Ziya Arslankiray
Принадлежит: BSH BOSCH UND SIEMENS HAUSGERAETE GMBH

The invention is a cooling device, possibly a refrigerator, comprising a dispenser for distribution of ice and/or water having a housing, which is disposed on an outer wall of the cooling device and has an opening on a front face thereof for a fixing element to fix position of the housing on the outer wall; a front cover disposed on the housing as covering the front face of the housing; and that the front cover comprises an opening corresponding with the opening of the housing and providing access to the fixing element; and a cover for covering the opening of the front cover.

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Номер записи: 50
18-01-2018 дата публикации

Data Centre

Номер: US20180020576A1
Автор: Rogers Paul
Принадлежит:

A data centre () includes at least one rack room (in for example module ) having a floor and a plurality of rack storage areas on the floor, each rack storage area being arranged to accommodate a plurality of racks () in which a plurality of rack-mountable electronic components may be housed, one or more controllable air circulation systems (in for example module ), one or more cold aisles () in the rack room, each cold aisle being adjacent to a rack storage area, and one or more hot aisles () in the rack room, each hot aisle being adjacent to a rack storage area. There may be a large air duct, in the form of a personnel corridor (), for transporting, under the control of the one or more air circulation systems, cooling air, above the floor, to the one or more cold aisles. The air supply corridor/duct () may have a height greater than 1.5 m above the floor and a cross-sectional area of at least 2 mand a maximum dimension in the plane of the cross-section of less than 3 m. 121-. (canceled)22) A data centre building includinga plurality of racks arranged in a plurality of rows on a floor, each rack being arranged to house a plurality of items of rack-mountable electronic equipment, the plurality of rows defining therebetween a plurality of interleaved hot aisles and cold aisles,one or more air cooling systems,an air supply duct for transporting cooling air to the plurality of racks from the air cooling system, whereinthe air supply duct extends from said one or more air cooling systems to said plurality of racks and at least part of the air supply duct is defined by means of the space between two adjacent rows of racks,the air supply duct is located above floor level, and{'sup': '2', 'for at least 90% of the length of the air supply duct, the air supply duct has a cross-section having an area of at least 2 m.'}231) A data centre building according to claim , wherein at least part of the air supply duct is defined by means of a personnel corridor.242) A data centre ...

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Номер записи: 51
25-01-2018 дата публикации

GAS SUPPLY DEVICE AND REFRIGERATION DEVICE FOR CONTAINER PROVIDED WITH SAID GAS SUPPLY DEVICE

Номер: US20180020687A1
Автор: FUJIMOTO Yuusuke, KAMEI Noritaka, NAKANO Masataka, OZATO Atsushi, TANAKA Naohiro, Yokohara Kazuma
Принадлежит: DAIKIN INDUSTRIES, LTD.

Disclosed is a gas supply device provided for a container in which a breathing plant is housed. The device supplies nitrogen-enriched air into the container. The device is provided with a malfunction diagnosis section which checks whether each of components of the device works properly or not and specifies a malfunctioning portion if an oxygen concentration of the nitrogen-enriched air does not fall to or below a predetermined concentration. The malfunction diagnosis section checks whether each of an air pump, a motor, and a switching mechanism works properly or not, and determines that an adsorbent is not working properly when it is determined that all of the air pump, the motor, and the switching mechanism are working properly. 1. A gas supply device provided for a container in which a breathing plant is housed , the device comprising:a first adsorption portion and a second adsorption portion in each of which an adsorbent for adsorbing nitrogen in air is provided;an air pump having a first pump mechanism connected to one of the first adsorption portion and the second adsorption portion, and a second pump mechanism connected to the other one of the first adsorption portion and the second adsorption portion, the first pump mechanism supplying outside air to the first or second adsorption portion to allow the adsorbent to adsorb nitrogen in the outside air and thereby producing oxygen-enriched air having a higher oxygen concentration than the outside air, the second pump mechanism sucking air from the first or second adsorption portion and thereby producing nitrogen-enriched air containing the nitrogen desorbed from the adsorbent;a motor which drives the air pump;a switching mechanism which alternately switches between a first connection state in which the first adsorption portion is connected to the first pump mechanism and the second adsorption portion is connected to the second pump mechanism, and a second connection state in which the second adsorption portion is ...

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Номер записи: 52
25-01-2018 дата публикации

Household cooling appliance including a dispenser unit for liquid and/or free flow refrigerated goods, having an insert with a niche and a separate cover for insertion walls

Номер: US20180022598A1
Автор: Lars Dinter, Mehmet Ciyanoglu, Tanzer Yildizgoecer, Volkan Cakirca
Принадлежит: BSH HAUSGERAETE GMBH

A household cooling appliance includes a dispenser unit for dispensing a liquid and/or free flow refrigerated goods. The dispenser unit includes an insert having side walls bounding a niche into which a receptacle can be inserted for receiving the liquid and/or the free flow refrigerated goods to be dispensed. At least the side walls are partly covered at the front side by a cover which is separate from the insert. At least one side wall includes an engagement recess for engagement with a tool and for lifting the cover from the insert with the tool and/or at least one side wall is partly covered on the front side by a plate-shaped cover that is separate from the insert and the cover is held on the side wall by at least one magnet.

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Номер записи: 53
10-02-2022 дата публикации

Recreational vehicle drinking water supply systems

Номер: US20220041092A1
Автор: Christopher J. Barth, Ernest S. Miller, Mervin L. Hostetler
Принадлежит: Individual

A drinking water supply arrangement is provided for a RV, which uses fluid conduits separate from the other fresh water supply lines of the RV, separates the pump from the living RV compartment, provides independent pump controls, and stores conventional containers of drinking water in an exteriorly accessible, temperature controlled compartment, isolated from the living compartment.

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Номер записи: 54
28-01-2016 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20160025406A1
Автор: AN Jae-koog
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator includes a body configured to be equipped with a storage, a door configured to be hinge-engaged with the body to open or close the storage, a water supply line configured to respectively supply water provided from a water source to an ice maker placed in the storage and a dispenser placed outside the door. One or more filters are configured to be engaged with the water supply line, and one or more bypass valves for respective water tanks are configured to be engaged with the water supply line at a part which is lower than an engagement point of the one or more filters. The one or more water tanks are configured to be placed inside the door and to be detachably engaged with the bypass valve for water tank. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a body including a storage;a door engaged with the body to open or close the storage;a water supply line to selectively supply water provided from a water source to an ice maker and a dispenser;a filter bypass valve engaged with the water supply line and engageable with a filter; anda water tank bypass valve engaged with the water supply line at an engagement point downstream from an engagement point of the filter bypass valve, the water tank bypass valve being engageable with a water tank.2. The refrigerator as claimed in claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the water tank bypass valve is engaged with the water tank claim 1 , the water tank bypass valve leads water which passed through the filter bypass valve to the dispenser via the water tank.3. The refrigerator as claimed in claim 2 , wherein when the water tank is detached from the water tank bypass valve claim 2 , the water tank bypass valve leads water to the dispenser.4. The refrigerator as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the water tank bypass valve comprises:a valve housing including an inlet and an outlet which are respectively engaged with the water supply line;a flow path selecting member including a first flow path and a second flow path which communicate in a ...

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Номер записи: 55
28-01-2016 дата публикации

SWITCH MODULE AND REFRIGERATOR HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20160025407A1
Автор: PARK Sung Cheul Jae
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Disclosed herein are a switch module and a refrigerator having the same. The refrigerator includes with a dispenser installed on a door and a switch module to operate the dispenser. The switch module includes a push button having a front surface thereof disposed in a vertical direction and moving forwards and backwards by external force, and a link assembly allowing an upper portion and a lower portion of the push button to simultaneously move forwards and backwards while maintaining the front surface of the push button to be in a vertical direction during the forward and backward movement of the push button. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a main body provided with a storage chamber;a door to open and close the storage chamber;a dispenser installed on the door; anda switch module to operate the dispenser, a push button having a front surface thereof disposed in a vertical direction and moving forwards and backwards by external force, and', 'a link assembly allowing an upper portion and a lower portion of the push button to simultaneously move forwards and backwards while maintaining the front surface of the push button to be in a vertical direction during the forward and backward movement of the push button., 'wherein the switch module comprises2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising a switch pressed by the push button.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein the push button includes a pressure part protruding backwardly from the rear surface of the push button claim 2 , and the switch includes a switching protrusion protruding forwardly such that pressure is applied to the switching protrusion by the pressure part.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the link assembly includes an upper link provided with a front end rotatably installed on the upper portion of the rear surface of the push button claim 1 , a lower link provided with a front end rotatably installed on the lower portion of the rear surface of the push ...

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Номер записи: 56
26-01-2017 дата публикации

ICE CHEST PROVIDING RECYCLED POTABLE WATER

Номер: US20170023289A1
Автор: Anderson Joyce R.
Принадлежит:

An ice chest includes a main body and a hinged lid. The main body includes a first internal compartment, second internal compartment and third internal compartment. The first and second internal compartments are separated from one another by a barrier that is capable of thermal transfer, but prohibits liquid transfer. The third internal compartment is positioned directly below the first and second internal compartments and positioned above the bottom of the main body. The third internal compartment is also capable of retaining liquid received through the first internal compartment. A porous barrier is positioned between the first and third internal compartments and filters liquid flowing from the first to the third internal compartment. The main body also includes a filtered spout capable of providing a second filtering mechanism and a release mechanism for liquid being retained in the third internal compartment. 1. A portable ice chest , comprising:a main body, the main body comprising a bottom, two opposing elongate sides, and two opposing end sides; anda hinged lid capable of being positioned over the main body and sealing the ice chest; a first internal compartment and a second adjacent internal compartment arranged in a side-by-side manner, the first compartment being separated from the second compartment by a vertical barrier that permits thermal transfer, but prohibits liquid transfer, wherein the first and second internal compartments have open tops that are covered by the hinged lid when placed in a closed position, wherein the first compartment holds ice and the second compartment is removable;', 'a third internal compartment positioned directly below the first and second internal compartments and positioned above the bottom of the main body, the third internal compartment retaining melted ice water formed by ice melting from the first compartment;', 'a barrier disposed between the removable second compartment and the third internal compartment that ...

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Номер записи: 57
25-01-2018 дата публикации

VALVE ASSEMBLY AND REFRIGERATOR HAVING THE SAME

Номер: US20180023882A1
Автор: JEONG Jin, PARK Kyoung Ki
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator includes a main body, a dispenser configured to supply water to the outside of the main body, a water supply flow path connecting the dispenser to a water source; and a valve assembly disposed on the water supply flow path, wherein the valve assembly comprises an elastic member having an outlet whose diameter is reduced by an elastic force, when water is no longer supplied to the valve assembly, so that water remaining in the inside of the water supply flow path is kept by the surface tension of the water. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a main body;a dispenser configured to supply water to an outside of the main body;a water supply flow path connectable to a water source and configured to connect the dispenser to the water source; anda valve assembly disposed on the water supply flow path, and including an elastic member having an outlet with an inner diameter reducible by an elastic force of the elastic member, when water is not supplied to the valve assembly, so that water remaining in the inside of the water supply flow path is retained by a surface tension of the water.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the valve assembly is disposed on the water supply flow path adjacent to the dispenser.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein when water is supplied through the dispenser claim 1 , the inner diameter of the outlet is expanded by the water pressure.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the elastic member comprises an expansion groove formed in an outer circumference of the outlet.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the valve assembly further comprises a protecting member configured to accommodate the elastic member in the protecting member.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the elastic member is disposed to form an air gap between the elastic member and the protecting member.7. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the protecting member comprises a through hole penetrating an inside and an outside of the protecting member.8. ...

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Номер записи: 58
25-01-2018 дата публикации

HOUSEHOLD COOLING APPLIANCE CONTAINING A DISPENSER UNIT FOR LIQUID AND/OR FREE FLOW REFRIGERATED GOOD, WHICH CONTAINS A DRIP ELEMENT FOR LIQUID ON A COVER

Номер: US20180023883A1
Автор: CAKIRCA VOLKAN, CIYANOGLU MEHMET, YILDIZGOECER TANZER
Принадлежит:

A household cooling appliance has a dispenser unit for dispensing a liquid and/or a free flow refrigerated good. The dispenser unit has an insert with side walls and a bottom wall bounding a niche, into which a receptacle for receiving the liquid and/or the free flow refrigerated good, is inserted. The dispenser unit has a drip tray for containing liquid that is brought into the niche. The drip tray has a drip well. A cover covers the side walls towards the niche, and is arranged within the niche. On a front side of the cover facing the niche is disposed a drain element, which is configured to be elevated towards the niche and for draining a liquid running into the drip tray. The drain element is arranged in a height direction above the drip tray or in the bottom wall a slot is formed for draining liquid from the insert. 1. A household cooling appliance , comprising: an insert with side walls and a bottom wall bounding a niche;', 'a receptacle for receiving the liquid and/or the free flow refrigerated good being disposed in said niche, said receptacle having a drip tray, being separate from said insert for collecting the liquid that can be brought into said niche, said drip tray having a drip well formed therein;', 'a cover, being separate from said insert, covering said side walls at least partly towards said niche, said cover disposed in said niche and having a front side facing said niche; and', 'at least one drain element disposed on said front side facing said niche, said drain element configured to be elevated towards said niche and for draining the liquid running from said front side into said drip tray, said drain element in a height direction is disposed above said drip tray., 'a dispenser unit for dispensing a liquid and/or a free flowing refrigerated good, said dispenser unit having2. The household cooling appliance according to claim 1 , wherein said drain element is configured to be hump-shaped and in cross-section has a wave shape.3. The household ...

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Номер записи: 59
25-01-2018 дата публикации

HOUSEHOLD COOLING APPLIANCE INCLUDING A DISPENSING UNIT FOR LIQUIDS AND/OR FREE FLOW REFRIGERATED GOODS WITH A SPECIFICALLY FORMED INSERTION SLOT FOR AN ELECTRONIC MODULE AND HOUSEHOLD COOLING APPLIANCE SYSTEM

Номер: US20180023884A1
Автор: CAKIRCA VOLKAN, CIYANOGLU MEHMET, YILDIZGOECER TANZER
Принадлежит:

A household cooling appliance includes a dispensing unit for dispensing a liquid and/or free flow refrigerated goods. The dispensing unit includes an insert having walls bounding a recess in which a receiving container can be inserted for receiving the liquid and/or free flow refrigerated goods to be dispensed. A receptacle for an electronic module is formed as a slot having a slot opening bounded by bounding walls. At least one depth stop for the electronic module is formed on at least one of the bounding walls and delimits an installation depth for the electronic module in the direction of a slot axis. A household cooling appliance system is also provided. 1. A household cooling appliance , comprising:a dispensing unit for dispensing at least one of a liquid or free flow refrigerated goods, said dispensing unit including an insert;said insert having walls bounding a recess in which a receiving container can be inserted for receiving the at least one of liquid or free flow refrigerated goods to be dispensed; anda receptacle for an electronic module, said receptacle being formed as a slot having bounding walls and a slot axis, said bounding walls bounding a slot opening, and said receptacle having at least one depth stop formed on at least one of said bounding walls for delimiting an installation depth of the electronic module in a direction of said slot axis.2. The household cooling appliance according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one depth stop has one side facing said slot opening in said direction of said slot axis claim 1 , said one side ending in a set back towards an inside relative to said slot opening.3. The household cooling appliance according to claim 2 , wherein said set back is equal to a depth dimension of the electronic module.4. The household cooling appliance according to claim 1 , wherein said at least one depth stop is formed as a straight bar oriented in said direction of said slot axis.5. The household cooling appliance according to claim ...

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Номер записи: 60
24-01-2019 дата публикации

SINGLE PADDLE ICE AND WATER DISPENSER

Номер: US20190023551A1
Автор: Bertolini Nilton Carlos, McCollough Thomas W., McMahan Travis, Morgan Justin, Sanchez Jorge Carlos Montalvo
Принадлежит:

A dispensing unit is operatively associated with a refrigeration appliance for selectively dispensing water and ice at a dispensing station. The dispensing unit includes an actuator that is movable to selected positions in order to support the dispensing of the water and ice. The dispensing unit can include a passageway through which ice is dispensed, and an ice door can be provided for selectively opening and closing the passageway to the dispensing of ice. In one aspect, the ice door can be opened and closed mechanically and in another aspect, the ice door can be opened and closed electromechanically. The dispensing unit also can provide for the position of a water-dispensing nozzle to be adjusted for the purpose of dispensing water to receptacles outside a recessed area at which the nozzle is located and to provide for the activation of illuminating devices to indicate operating conditions at the refrigeration appliance. 1. A dispensing unit operatively associated with a refrigeration appliance for selectively dispensing water and ice at a dispensing station at the refrigeration appliance , the dispensing unit including:an actuator movable from a first position, at which first position the actuator supports neither the dispensing of water nor the dispensing of ice at the dispensing station, to a second position, at which second position the actuator supports the dispensing selectively of water and ice at the dispensing station, the actuator including a passageway through which ice can be selectively dispensed at the dispensing station when the actuator is in the second position and ice has been selected to be dispensed;an ice door closing off the passageway to the dispensing of ice when the actuator is in the first position and opening the passageway to the dispensing of ice when the actuator is in the second position and ice has been selected to be dispensed;a flapper coupled to the ice door and having a seating surface configured to seat against the bottom of a ...

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Номер записи: 61
23-01-2020 дата публикации

Method of controlling artificial intelligent water dispensing apparatus

Номер: US20200024120A1
Автор: Shinhyun PARK
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A method of controlling a ceiling type air conditioner including a panel located on a ceiling surface, outlets formed to correspond to four sides of the panel, and first to fourth discharge vanes for opening and closing the outlets, and each of the first to fourth discharge vanes including an upper discharge vane and a lower discharge vane located below the upper discharge vane and rotating along with the upper discharge vane includes performing first operation, performing second operation, performing third operation, and performing fourth operation in which the first discharge vane rotates in the second angle group, the second discharge vane rotates in the third angle group, the third discharge vane rotates in the fourth angle group and the fourth discharge vane rotates in the first angle group. The first to the fourth angle groups are set such that rotation angles of the discharge vanes have different ranges.

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Номер записи: 62
28-01-2021 дата публикации

WATER PREFILLING ASSEMBLY FOR USE IN A REFRIGERATING APPLIANCE

Номер: US20210025648A1
Автор: Choy Kaito, Joshi Ravi, Mruthyunjaya Vikas C., Yamaki Henrique Keiji Arai
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A fluid delivery system for an appliance includes a fluid line in selective communication with a fluid source. A shelf defines a fill zone positioned below an underside of the shelf. A shelf spigot is coupled with the fluid line and disposed proximate the underside of the shelf and over the fill zone. A fluid level sensor is positioned in communication with the fill zone. The fluid level sensor is also in communication with a controller that regulates a flow of fluid through the shelf spigot. 1. A refrigerating appliance comprising:a structural cabinet having an inner liner and an outer wrapper that define an insulating cavity, wherein the inner liner defines a refrigerating compartment;a water dispensing system having at least one fluid outlet;a shelf that is positioned within an interior of the refrigerating compartment, wherein the shelf includes a top surface for storing items within the refrigerating compartment; anda shelf spigot of the water dispensing system, the shelf spigot disposed on an underside of the shelf for delivering fluid to a fill zone below the underside of the shelf, the shelf having a retaining mechanism for securing a fluid container to the underside of the shelf and within the fill zone, wherein the retaining mechanism selectively supports the fluid container from above, wherein the retaining mechanism includes a load cell that senses a weight of the fluid container and contents of the fluid container, and wherein the load cell is in communication with the water dispensing system.2. The refrigerating appliance of claim 1 , wherein the shelf spigot extends through a portion of the retaining mechanism.3. The refrigerating appliance of claim 2 , wherein the shelf spigot extends through a portion of the load cell.4. The refrigerating appliance of claim 2 , wherein the shelf spigot includes an elongated housing that cooperatively engages a lid of the fluid container claim 2 , wherein the retaining mechanism is configured to support the fluid ...

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Номер записи: 63
01-02-2018 дата публикации

ROBOT CLEANER, REFRIGERATOR, CONTAINER TRANSFER SYSTEM, AND METHOD OF TRANSFERRING AND RETRIEVING CONTAINER USING THE ROBOT CLEANER

Номер: US20180029809A1
Автор: Choi Sang Hwa, KIM Bo Kyung, Kim Sang Hak, LEE Ho Jin, Lee Sang Tak, SEO Ji Ho
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Disclosed are a robot cleaner, a refrigerator, a container transfer system, and a method of transferring and retrieving a container using the robot cleaner. The method of transferring a container include returning a robot cleaner to a position guide device installed at a refrigerator, mounting the robot cleaner on the position guide device, transferring, by the refrigerator, a container built in the refrigerator to mount the container on the robot cleaner, and moving the robot cleaner on which the container is mounted to a target position. 1. A method of transferring a container , comprising:returning a robot cleaner to a position guide device installed at a refrigerator;mounting the robot cleaner on the position guide device;transferring, by the refrigerator, a container built in the refrigerator to mount the container on the robot cleaner; andmoving the robot cleaner on which the container is mounted to a target position.2. The method of claim 1 , further comprising moving the position guide device stored in a bottom end of the refrigerator to be exposed outside the refrigerator.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the position guide device is movable forward or backward by a position guide device transferer provided at a bottom end portion of the refrigerator.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein the position guide device transferer comprises a rack claim 3 , a rotor that moves along the rack claim 3 , and a position guide device driver that generates a driving force with respect to the rotor.5. The method of claim 1 , further comprising automatically opening a door of the refrigerator.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the transferring claim 1 , by the refrigerator claim 1 , of the container built in the refrigerator to mount the container on the robot cleaner comprises moving claim 1 , by a container transferer claim 1 , a container mounter on which the container is mounted to a top end of the robot cleaner and separating the container from the container mounter.7. ...

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Номер записи: 64
02-02-2017 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND CONTROL METHOD THEREOF

Номер: US20170030631A1
Автор: HAN Kyu Sun, KIM YOON YOUNG
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Disclosed herein are a refrigerator of sensing a degree of rancidity of fermented liquor to transmit state information of the fermented liquor to a remote user, and a method of controlling the refrigerator. The refrigerator may include a storage space configured to store fermented liquor; a cooling unit configured to cool inside air of the storage space; a rancidity sensor configured to sense a degree of rancidity of the fermented liquor; and a communication unit configured to transmit state information of the fermented liquor created based on the degree of rancidity to a predetermined external device. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a storage space configured to store fermented liquor;a cooling unit configured to cool inside air of the storage space;a rancidity sensor configured to sense a degree of rancidity of the fermented liquor; anda communication unit configured to transmit state information of the fermented liquor created based on the degree of rancidity to a predetermined external device.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the rancidity sensor senses the degree of rancidity of the fermented liquor claim 1 , based on mass of the fermented liquor in a gaseous state absorbed on a plurality of different polymers.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising a controller configured to create the state information of the fermented liquor based on the degree of rancidity of the fermented liquor claim 1 ,wherein the controller creates the state information of the fermented liquor, including at least one of a rancidity degree percentage, an expected date of rancidity, and a recommended drinkable period of the fermented liquor, based on the degree of rancidity of the fermented liquor.4. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein if a present date falls within a predetermined time period before the expected date of rancidity or if the present date passes the recommended drinkable period claim 3 , the controller controls the ...

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Номер записи: 65
30-01-2020 дата публикации

ELECTRICALLY CONNECTED SINGLE SERVE BEVERAGE DISPENSER FOR A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE

Номер: US20200029725A1
Автор: Chellappan Bagawathkumar, Wantland Louis A.
Принадлежит:

A brew module for use with a refrigerator appliance is provided. The brew module includes a brewing body removably mounted to a dispensing assembly of the refrigerator appliance. The brewing body defines a brew chamber configured to receive a brew pod and a flow of heated water from the dispensing assembly to mix with contents of the brew pod to create a beverage. Electrical contacts positioned on the brew module electrically couple the brew module and the dispensing assembly, e.g., to power a user interface panel and/or communicate data such as pod type, a desired temperature and volume of water, etc. 1. A refrigerator appliance comprising:a cabinet defining a chilled chamber;a door being rotatably hinged to the cabinet to provide selective access to the chilled chamber, the door defining a dispenser recess;a dispensing assembly positioned within the dispenser recess for providing a flow of water; and a brewing body defining a brew chamber configured to receive a brew pod and the flow of water from the dispensing assembly to mix with contents of the brew pod to create a beverage; and', 'electrical contacts positioned on the brew module to electrically couple the brew module and the dispensing assembly., 'a brew module being removably mounted to the dispensing assembly, the brew module comprising2. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , comprising:an electrical docking port mounted within the dispenser recess, the electrical docking port being configured for engaging the electrical contacts when the brew module is installed onto the dispensing assembly.3. The refrigerator appliance of claim 2 , wherein at least one of the electrical contacts and the electrical docking port comprises a spring-loaded electrical contact member.4. The refrigerator appliance of claim 2 , wherein the brew module comprises:an internal control module powered by the refrigerator appliance through the electrical docking port and the electrical contacts.5. The refrigerator appliance of claim ...

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Номер записи: 66
02-02-2017 дата публикации

USER INTERFACE ASSEMBLIES AND ELECTRODE ASSEMBLIES THEREFOR

Номер: US20170031475A1
Автор: Doering Tyler James
Принадлежит:

User interfaces and electrode assemblies are provided. A user interface includes a printed circuit board and an outer touch panel spaced from the printed circuit board. The user interface assembly further includes an electrode assembly disposed between the printed circuit board and outer touch panel. The electrode assembly includes a first conductive compressible electrode extending along a length between a first end and a second end and from the printed circuit board to the outer touch panel. The electrode assembly further includes a second conductive compressible electrode extending along a length between a first end and a second end and from the printed circuit board to the outer touch panel. The first and second electrodes are intertwined and define a gap therebetween. The gap is generally constant along the lengths of the first and second electrodes between the first ends and the second ends of the first and second electrodes. 1. A user interface assembly , comprising:a printed circuit board;an outer touch panel spaced from the printed circuit board; and a first conductive compressible electrode extending along a length between a first end and a second end and from the printed circuit board to the outer touch panel; and', 'a second conductive compressible electrode extending along a length between a first end and a second end and from the printed circuit board to the outer touch panel,', 'wherein the first and second electrodes are intertwined and define a gap therebetween, the gap generally constant along the lengths of the first and second electrodes between the first ends and the second ends of the first and second electrodes., 'an electrode assembly disposed between the printed circuit board and the outer touch panel, the electrode assembly comprising2. The user interface assembly of claim 1 , the first electrode further comprising an upper contact portion extending from the second end of the first electrode claim 1 , the upper portion comprising an arm ...

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Номер записи: 67
01-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20180031312A1
Автор: CHO Woo Chul, JOO Sun Hwan, KIM Po Cheon, KIM Sung Mo, Lee Oun Gu, Lee Sang Cheol, SHIN Youn Tae
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator includes a speaker assembly disposed on an upper side of the cabinet so as to be inclined forward, and the speaker assembly is disposed to be exposed to the outside to efficiently transmit sound to the outside of the refrigerator. Further, the cover member disposed on the upper side of the speaker assembly may prevent the penetration of water, foreign matter, etc. on the outside. The refrigerator also includes a rotatable USB port located above the door so that the user may easily connect the USB device to the USB port. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet;a storage compartment formed inside of the cabinet;a door having a recess portion and being rotatable with respect to the cabinet to open or close the storage compartment; anda USB connector rotatably coupled to the recess portion and the USB connector comprising a USB port rotatable with respect to the USB connector.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , whereinthe recess portion has an opening toward one side of the door,the USB connector further comprises a rotating member configured to rotate the USB port, andthe rotating member rotates between a first direction in which the USB port faces the opening and a second direction in which the USB port faces the other side of the door.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , whereinthe USB connector comprises an opening/closing portion extending from one side of the rotating member and configured to open or close the opening, andthe opening/closing portion opens the opening when the rotating member faces the first direction and the opening/closing portion is at a position corresponding to the opening when the rotating member rotates in the second direction to close the opening.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , whereinthe USB connector further comprises a stopper configured to limit a rotation of the rotating member, andthe stopper limits the rotation of the rotating member by more than about 100 degrees from the first direction.5. The refrigerator of claim 3 , ...

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Номер записи: 68
30-01-2020 дата публикации

HOUSEHOLD REFRIGERATION APPARATUS HAVING WATER FILTER WITH A FILTER HEAD, AT WHICH AN ELECTRICALLY SWITCHED VALVE IS DIRECTLY ARRANGED

Номер: US20200030725A1
Автор: GAPLIKOW EUGEN, LAIBLE KARL-FRIEDRICH
Принадлежит:

A household refrigeration apparatus () has a housing () with a receiving space () for food and a water line system (). The water line system includes a line device () and at least one water filter (). The water filter () has a filter head (), and the water line system () includes at least one electrically switched water valve (). The electrically switched water valve () is directly arranged at the filter head (). At least one water consumer () is connected to the water line system (). 1. A household refrigeration apparatus , comprisinga housing formed with a receiving space for food, 'the water line system includes at least one electrically switched water valve having a valve housing disposed directly at the inlet of the filter head, and the electrically switched water valve is directly arranged at the filter head, and', 'a water line system, which includes a line device, and at least one water filter, wherein the water filter includes a filter head having an inlet, and'}at least one water consumer connected to the water line system.2. The household refrigeration apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the household refrigeration apparatus comprises a water connection claim 1 , via which water can be supplied from a water network external to the household refrigeration apparatus to the household refrigeration apparatus.3. The household refrigeration apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein the valve housing is directly arranged at a housing of the filter head.4. The household refrigeration apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the valve housing and the housing of the filter head are formed as one piece.5. The household refrigeration apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein said valve housing and the housing of the filter head formed as one piece is made of plastic.6. The household refrigeration apparatus according to claim 3 , wherein the valve housing is directly arranged at the housing of the filter head by a non-destructively detachable connection.7. The ...

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Номер записи: 69
17-02-2022 дата публикации

Ergonomic Cooler

Номер: US20220049889A1
Автор: Katzman Zachary
Принадлежит:

An ergonomic cooler providing quick and easy access to ice through a side ice access. The exposure of the ice to debris is reduced. The interior compartments have modular configurations. Ice is accessed with a scoop or utensil with minimal wrist movement. 1. An ergonomic cooler comprising:a housing defined by four sides and a bottom defining an interior surface and an exterior surface;a top that fits over the four sides and is parallel to the bottom;an ice access having a door with an ice receptacle that is pulled away from the housing to reveal the ice receptacle containing ice from an. ice compartment; anda side access providing access to a compartment housing.2. The cooler of further comprising a connector on each of two sides of the cooler exterior surface.3. The cooler of further comprising a strap connected on one end to one side of the cooler exterior surface and on a second end on a second side of the cooler exterior surface.4. The cooler of wherein the strap is configured as a harness claim 3 , shoulder sling claim 3 , or cross-body sling.5. The cooler of wherein the side access has a roll-down side access door revealing a side access interior.6. The cooler of wherein the side access reveals at least one compartment housing with a compartment space for accommodating the storage and access of ingredients.7. The cooler of wherein the cooler interior surface provides an ice compartment and a large ingredient storage space.8. The cooler of wherein the ice compartment is separated from the large ingredient storage space by an ice compartment barrier.9. The cooler of wherein the ice compartment barrier is modular and removably attached to the cooler interior surface.10. The cooler of wherein the ice access door further comprises a seal at the ice access threshold.11. The cooler of wherein the ice access is on a front side of the housing.12. A method of accessing ice from an ergonomic cooler comprising a housing defined by four sides and a bottom defining an ...

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Номер записи: 70
04-02-2021 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE WITH TIMED PREHEATING FOR DISPENSED FLUIDS

Номер: US20210032089A1
Автор: Jansen Katherine Michelle, Thomas Ryan Joseph
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator appliance, as provided herein, may include a cabinet, a door, a dispensing assembly, a heating element, and a controller. The controller may be configured to initiate a dispensing operation. The dispensing operation may include providing a first time, TIME-1, by which a fluid is to be ready at a first temperature, TEMP-1, within the cabinet; ascertaining a first time period, Δt1, required to heat the fluid to at least the first temperature, TEMP-1; initiating detection of a container within a dispenser recess prior to the first time, TIME-1; and directing a heating element prior to the first time, TIME-1, based on initiating detection of the container. 1. A refrigerator appliance defining a vertical direction , a lateral direction , and a transverse direction , the refrigerator appliance comprising:a cabinet defining a chilled chamber;a door being rotatably hinged to the cabinet to provide selective access to the chilled chamber, the door defining a dispenser recess to receive a container therein;a dispensing assembly positioned within the dispenser recess, the dispensing assembly comprising an outlet conduit above the dispenser recess;a heating element mounted within the cabinet upstream of the outlet conduit to selectively heat a fluid to be dispensed by the outlet conduit; and providing a first time, TIME-1, by which the fluid is to be ready at a first temperature, TEMP-1, within the cabinet,', 'ascertaining a first time period, Δt1, required to heat the fluid to at least the first temperature, TEMP-1,', 'initiating detection of the container within the dispenser recess prior to the first time, TIME-1, and', 'directing the heating element prior to the first time, TIME-1, based on initiating detection of the container., 'a controller in operative communication with the heating element and dispensing element, the controller being configured to initiate a dispensing operation, the dispensing operation comprising'}2. The refrigerator appliance of claim ...

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Номер записи: 71
31-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH A WATER AND ICE DISPENSER HAVING AN IMPROVED ICE CHUTE AIR SEAL

Номер: US20190032983A1
Автор: BOWEN MICHAEL A., Ertz Lawrence J., Kopf Bruce A., Leimkuehler Scott W., Martin Dean A., Rotter Chad J.
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator having an ice and water dispenser has a seal to sealingly engage the ice compartment when the refrigerator door is closed. The seal is flexible to accommodate manufacturing tolerance. The seal may be impregnated with a friction reducing agent to increase life of the seal. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a fresh food compartment;an ice compartment within the fresh food compartment, the ice compartment held at a lower air temperature and a higher air pressure than the fresh food compartment;a door with an inner liner and an outer door pan and having a closed position wherein access to the fresh food compartment is not available;an icemaker in the ice compartment, the icemaker having a planar dispensing portion with a dispensing aperture on a bottom side of the icemaker, the dispensing portion on a plane that is angled with respect to a horizontal plane;a first portion of the inner liner on a complementary plane with respect to the dispensing portion and having a liner aperture disposed below the dispensing aperture;a chute having a first end disposed adjacent the liner aperture and a second end at an ice dispenser adjacent the outer door pan and accessible with the door in the closed position; anda seal between the liner aperture and the dispensing aperture to allow at least ice and air from the icemaker to the chute.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the seal is configured to prevent air from the ice compartment from leaking into the fresh food compartment when the door is in the closed position.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the seal is attached to the inner liner.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein the seal comprises a compressible material.5. The refrigerator of claim 4 , wherein the seal comprises an additive to reduce friction between the seal and the icemaker.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the additive comprises a polytetrafluoroethylene material.7. The refrigerator of further comprising a storage shelf disposed on the ...

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Номер записи: 72
31-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE HAVING A DISPENSING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190032992A1
Автор: Platts Lauren Nicole
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator appliance having a dispensing assembly is provided herein. The refrigerator appliance may include a cabinet, a door rotatably mounted to the cabinet, and the dispensing assembly. The dispensing assembly may include a dispenser recess and an outlet conduit. The dispenser recess may be defined along an outer surface of the door and extend in a lateral direction from a first side portion to a second side portion of the door. The outlet conduit may be in selective fluid communication with the dispenser recess to direct a fluid thereto. 1. A refrigerator appliance defining a vertical direction , a lateral direction , and a transverse direction , the vertical , lateral , and transverse directions being mutually perpendicular , the refrigerator appliance comprising:a cabinet extending along the lateral direction from a first side portion to a second side portion, the cabinet defining a chilled chamber between the first side portion and the second side portion;a door rotatably mounted to the cabinet to pivot between a closed position restricting access to the chilled chamber and an open position permitting access to the chilled chamber; and a dispenser recess defined along an outer surface of the door and extending in the lateral direction from the first side portion to the second side portion, and', 'an outlet conduit in selective fluid communication with the dispenser recess to direct a fluid thereto., 'a dispensing assembly comprising'}2. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , further comprising an icemaker disposed within the cabinet claim 1 , wherein the dispensing assembly further comprises an ice chute extending through the door to the dispenser recess in selective communication with the icemaker.3. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , wherein the outlet conduit is a chilled fluid conduit to direct a chilled fluid claim 1 , and wherein the dispensing assembly further comprises a heated fluid conduit spaced apart from the chilled fluid conduit in ...

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Номер записи: 73
30-01-2020 дата публикации

PASS-THROUGH SOLUTIONS FOR VACUUM INSULATED STRUCTURES

Номер: US20200033049A1
Автор: Dherde Eric J., Ekshinge Sunil S., FIORI MICHAEL A., FRATTINI GUSTAVO, Hunter Lynne F., Marinello Giulia, Pathak Sanjesh Kumar
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A vacuum insulated refrigerator structure includes a shell having a liner and a wrapper where the shell defines an internal vacuum cavity, and a refrigerator and/or freezer compartment. The vacuum insulated refrigerator structure additionally includes an elongated pass-through defining an elongated internal space having a central portion disposed in the internal vacuum cavity. The elongated pass-through has opposite end portions that are sealingly connected to the shell, each opposite end portion having an opening that permits access to the elongated internal space from the outside of the shell. The vacuum insulated refrigerator structure also includes a vacuum core material fill positioned in the internal vacuum cavity and one or more utility lines disposed in one or more elongated internal passageways extending out of the openings at the opposite end portions of the elongated pass-through. 120.-. (canceled)21. A vacuum insulated refrigerator structure comprising:a shell having a liner and a wrapper wherein the shell defines an internal vacuum cavity, a refrigerator compartment, and a freezer compartment;a serpentine elongated pass-through and a straight elongated pass-through both defining an elongated internal passageway and having a central portion disposed in the internal vacuum cavity, and opposite end portions that are sealingly connected to the shell, each opposite end portion having an opening that permits access to the elongated internal passageway from the outside of the shell;a vacuum core material fill positioned in the internal cavity; andone or more utility lines disposed in the elongated internal passageway and having opposite ends extending out of the openings at the opposite ends of the elongated pass-through;wherein the freezer compartment has one of the serpentine elongated pass-through or the straight elongated pass-through and the refrigerator compartment has the other of the serpentine elongated pass-through or the straight elongated pass- ...

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Номер записи: 74
04-02-2021 дата публикации

Refrigerator comprising an ice maker assembly

Номер: US20210033328A1
Автор: Guilherme CUMAN, Ivo Alberto Pinto TORRES
Принадлежит: Electrolux Do Brasil SA

A refrigerator ( 2 ) comprising: a cabinet ( 8 ); a compartment ( 14 ) formed inside the cabinet ( 8 ) and having an open front portion; a compartment door ( 26 ) movably connected to said cabinet ( 8 ) for closing at least partially said open front portion of said compartment ( 14 ); an ice maker assembly ( 70 ), arranged inside said compartment ( 14 ), comprising an ice maker ( 76 ), said ice maker comprising ( 76 ) an ice maker casing ( 82 ), a water tank ( 86 ) and a water filter ( 90 ), said ice maker assembly ( 70 ) being accessible inside said compartment ( 14 ) when said compartment door ( 26 ) is in open position, wherein said ice maker assembly ( 70 ) comprises a support housing ( 150 ) arranged below said ice maker casing ( 82 ) to receive said water tank ( 86 ) and water filter ( 90 ) such that said ice maker casing ( 82 ) and support housing ( 150 ) are provided as respective modules.

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Номер записи: 75
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Methods and apparatus to chill dispensed beverages in refrigerators

Номер: US20160039652A1
Автор: Eric J. Dherde
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

Example methods and apparatus to chill beverages in refrigerators at a faster rate than existing solutions, which use a tank in a refrigerating compartment for chilling, are disclosed. An example refrigerator includes a freezing compartment, a refrigerating compartment, a dispenser, a first tank in the freezing compartment fluidly coupled to a supply, and a second tank in the refrigerating compartment fluidly coupled to the first tank and to the dispenser. The refrigerator may further include a temperature sensor associated with the first tank, and a controller configured to transfer a beverage in its liquid state from the first tank to the second tank when the temperature sensor indicates the temperature of the beverage in its liquid state in the first tank meets a criterion.

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Номер записи: 76
12-02-2015 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20150040604A1
Автор: Heo Junyi, Kim Hyungki, YOU Myung Dong
Принадлежит:

The refrigerator includes a main body having a freezing compartment and a refrigerating compartment. A refrigerating compartment door opens and closes the access to the refrigerating compartment. A dispenser is disposed on a front surface of the refrigerating compartment door, and the dispenser has a cavity to dispense at least one of water and ice. An opening is defined in the front surface of the refrigerating compartment door, and the opening is disposed below the cavity. An accommodation chamber is defined in the refrigerating compartment door to communicate with the opening, and the accommodation chamber has a bottom surface inclined downward toward the opening to accommodate a plurality of beverage containers. An auxiliary door is opened and closed to allow access to the opening. An insertion hole, through which the beverage container is inserted, is provided in a rear side of the accommodation chamber, and a cover allows access to the insertion hole. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having a freezing compartment and a refrigerating compartment disposed above the freezing compartment;a refrigerating compartment door to open and close the refrigerating compartment;an opening defined on the front surface of the refrigerating compartment door;a storage chamber to store a plurality of beverage containers and defined in the refrigerating compartment door to communicate with the opening, the storage chamber having a bottom surface inclined downward toward the opening;an auxiliary door configured to open and close the opening;an insertion hole, through which the beverage container is inserted, in a rear side of the storage chamber; anda cover to open and close the insertion hole.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the beverage containers are inserted through the insertion hole in a horizontal direction.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein at least one portion of the insertion hole faces the opening.4. The refrigerator according to ...

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Номер записи: 77
11-02-2016 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20160040923A1
Автор: Hak Gyun Bae, Hee Tae Shon, Jee Hoon Lee, Jong Hoon Oh, Kun Eui Hong, Myoung Hun Kim, Sinn Bong Yoon, Sung Mo KIM
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A refrigerator includes a rotating bar configured to seal a gap between one pair of doors. The rotating bar includes a case provided with an accommodating space; a cover to cover the accommodating space, and having heat conduction blocking parts at both sides thereof; a heat insulation member accommodated in the accommodating space; a metallic plate positioned between the heat conduction blocking parts; and a heat generating member configured to be attached to a rear surface of the metallic plate. An insertion protrusion with an inclined surface is configured to be downwardly movable when the inclined surface is collided with the guide part. Sealing members made of rubber are disposed at vertical end portions of the rotating bar, the sealing members to cover gaps formed at the vertical end portions of the rotating bar when the first door is closed.

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Номер записи: 78
07-02-2019 дата публикации

WATER PURIFYING APPARATUS AND FILTER STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190039003A1
Автор: AN Siyeon, HWANG Uison, Kim Youngjae, KWEON Gyeonghwan, YOU Jimin
Принадлежит:

A water purifying apparatus including a head having a water inlet portion and a water outlet portion; a shaft provided in the head and rotatably mounted between the water inlet portion and the water outlet portion; a bypass flow path passing through a circumference of the shaft, and communicating the water inlet portion with the water outlet portion according to rotation of the shaft; a filter detachably mounted to the head, and having a filter inserting portion in which the shaft is inserted when being mounted on the head; and a filtering flow path in which an inlet port and an outlet port are formed on the circumference of the shaft in a direction intersecting the bypass flow path, and communicated between the filter, the water inlet portion and the water outlet portion with each other according to the rotation of the shaft. 137-. (canceled)38. A filter assembly , comprising:a housing body having an accommodating space formed therein that is configured to accommodate at least a portion of a filter member;a housing cap coupled to an upper portion of the housing body, the housing cap comprising a channel formed therein having opened upper and lower sides and a coupling projection having a projection guide portion with an inclined top surface;an upper supporter accommodated in the channel, the upper supporter having a first filter inlet flow path configured to allow water to flow into the filer member; anda first connecting portion recessed inward from an inner circumferential surface of an upper end of the upper supporter.39. The filter assembly of claim 38 , wherein the first connecting portion is symmetrically disposed at the left and right sides of the upper end of the upper supporter.40. The filter structure of claim 39 , wherein a projecting portion is disposed between the symmetrical potions of the first connecting portion on the upper end of the upper supporter claim 39 , the projecting portion extending further than the first connecting portion.41. The ...

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Номер записи: 79
06-02-2020 дата публикации

BLIND ATTACHMENT INTERFACE FOR FILTER HOUSING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20200038790A1
Автор: Kapure Narendra A.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A filter housing assembly includes a base unit configured for supporting a removable filter unit. The base unit defining a first receiving cavity having an inside profile inwardly tapered in a first lateral direction in first and second planes positioned normal to each other and intersecting along an axis extending in the first lateral direction. The assembly further includes a bezel unit having a front fascia extending generally parallel to the first plane to a first edge. The bezel unit further defines a first attachment leg extending from a first position inward of the first edge and having a foot with an exterior profile inwardly tapered in the first direction and removably received within the first receiving cavity with the exterior profile in contact with the inside profile of the cavity along respective portions intersected by the first and second planes. 1. A filter housing assembly , comprising:a base unit configured for supporting a removable filter unit, the base unit defining a first receiving cavity having an inside profile inwardly tapered in a first lateral direction in first and second planes positioned normal to each other and intersecting along an axis extending in the first lateral direction; anda bezel unit having a front fascia extending generally parallel to the first plane to a first edge, the fascia defining a filter opening spaced inwardly from the first edge, the bezel unit further defining a first attachment leg extending from a first position inward of the first edge and having a foot with an exterior profile inwardly tapered in a first lateral direction and removably received within the first receiving cavity with the exterior profile in contact with the inside profile of the receiving cavity along respective portions intersected by the first and second planes.2. The filter housing assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first receiving cavity further defines a slot open on a first side of the receiving cavity with the inside profile tapering ...

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Номер записи: 80
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Self cleaning flow control valve in clean in place system

Номер: US20210045408A1
Автор: Nathan E. Smith, Richard T. Aab, Robert Tuchrelo
Принадлежит: Rta Associates LLC

A self-contained food processor is provided for treating a food flow path in the food processor with a solution. The food flow path can be treated without requiring disassembly and reassembly of the food processor and without requiring direct operator input. The food processor includes a controller for directing passage of a solution through at least portions of the food flow path without requiring constant operator oversight. The food processor can employ available positive pressure water supply, such as public utility water pressure to selectively and automatically push solutions, including rinses, backwards or forwards through the food flow path in the food processor.

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Номер записи: 81
24-02-2022 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20220057135A1
Автор: YANG Sung Jin
Принадлежит: WINIA ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

The present disclosure relates to a refrigerator in which an internal volume is maximized and efficiency of a hydrogen water module is maximized. The present disclosure relates to a refrigerator with improved ease of use and improved serviceability by replacing a hydrogen water module without using a tool. The present disclosure relates to a refrigerator that can prevent hydrogen from remaining on an upper side inside a hydrogen water module and can also prevent an amount of hydrogen dissolved in hydrogen water from being reduced. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a refrigerator body having a storage space;a door provided in the refrigerator body and configured to open and close the storage space;a water supply tank provided in the refrigerator body or the door;a holder provided at one side of the door; anda hydrogen water module coupled to the holder.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the hydrogen water module includes:a water inlet port connected to the water supply tank; anda water outlet port connected to a dispenser provided in the door,wherein the water outlet port is formed at an upper part of the hydrogen water module.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the water outlet port is positioned above than the water inlet port.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the water inlet port is formed radially around the water outlet port.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the hydrogen water module includes a module body claim 1 ,wherein a head is coupled to the holder, andwherein the module body is assembled to the head.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the head includes an assembly guide portion claim 5 , andwherein the module body includes a catching portion corresponding to the assembly guide portion.7. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein at least a part of the assembly guide portion is formed spirally.8. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein the head further includes caught portions at both sides of the assembly guide portion claim 6 , ...

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Номер записи: 82
18-02-2021 дата публикации

WATER PURIFYING APPARATUS AND FILTER STRUCTURE

Номер: US20210046408A1
Автор: AN Siyeon, HWANG Uison, Kim Youngjae, KWEON Gyeonghwan, YOU Jimin
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A water purifying apparatus including a head having a water inlet portion and a water outlet portion; a shaft provided in the head and rotatably mounted between the water inlet portion and the water outlet portion; a bypass flow path passing through a circumference of the shaft, and communicating the water inlet portion with the water outlet portion according to rotation of the shaft; a filter detachably mounted to the head, and having a filter inserting portion in which the shaft is inserted when being mounted on the head; and a filtering flow path in which an inlet port and an outlet port are formed on the circumference of the shaft in a direction intersecting the bypass flow path, and communicated between the filter, the water inlet portion and the water outlet portion with each other according to the rotation of the shaft. 1. A water filter comprising:a filtering member;a housing body that accommodates the filtering member; and a filter insertion portion that defines an upper inlet and is configured to accommodate therein an upper supporter that is coupled to the filtering member, and', 'a housing fastening portion provided at an inner surface of the filter insertion portion,, 'a housing cap coupled to an upper portion of the housing body, the housing cap including a supporter accommodating portion that is coupled to an upper end of the filtering member,', 'a supporter stepped portion that is stepped relative to the supporter accommodating portion, and', 'a supporter extending portion that extends from the supporter stepped portion and that is configured to be accommodated within the filter insertion portion,, 'wherein the upper supporter comprises 'a supporter fastening portion that is provided at an outer surface of the supporter extending portion and is configured to become coupled to the fastening portion of the housing cap, the upper supporter and the housing cap being configured, based on the housing body being rotated, to rotate together with the housing ...

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Номер записи: 83
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Hands Free, Controlled Autofill for a Dispenser

Номер: US20210047168A1
Автор: ASHRAFZADEH FARHAD, CHASE KEVIN M., JANKE BRIAN P., KANCHANAVALLY SHREECHARAN, KERNER James
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A dispensing system includes one or more digital image capture devices for capturing images in a dispenser well and a digital image analyzer operatively coupled to the digital image capture device(s) for analyzing the images for use in regulating a dispensing operation. The digital image analyzer evaluates digital images captured by the digital image capture device(s) to determine various characteristics of a container placed in the dispensing well, such as the height and position of the container. 1. A method of performing a dispensing operation in a dispenser well , the method comprising:capturing one or more digital images of an object in the dispenser well;determining at least one of a dimensional and a positional characteristic of the object in the dispenser well from the one or more digital images; andcontrolling the dispensing operation based on the one or more digital images.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein capturing the one or more digital images of the object occurs as the object enters the dispenser well.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the object is a container configured to be filled during the dispensing operation.4. The method of claim 3 , further comprising: analyzing the one or more digital images to determine any movement of the container.5. The method of claim 4 , further comprising: cutting-off the dispensing operation prior to completion if movement of the container is determined.6. The method of claim 3 , wherein both the shape and volume of the container are determined.7. The method of claim 3 , wherein each of the top and bottom of the object are determined.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the object includes an opening in the top of the object and wherein the opening is determined from the one or more digital images.9. The method of claim 3 , wherein at least one dimensional characteristic of the container is determined claim 3 , with the dimensional characteristic being at least one of a top claim 3 , bottom claim 3 , opening claim 3 ...

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Номер записи: 84
06-02-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200041188A1
Автор: CHOI Sangphil, YOU Jimin
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator having a freezer compartment and a refrigerator compartment, the refrigerator including an icemaker provided at the freezer compartment door configured to open/close the freezer compartment, a dispenser provided at a refrigerator compartment door configured to open/close the refrigerator compartment, and a water tank provided at the refrigerator compartment door, the water tank having an inlet through which water is introduced into the water tank, a first outlet for supplying water to the dispenser, and a second outlet for supplying water to a pump, wherein the pump is configured to pump water from the water tank to the icemaker. 1. A refrigerator comprising:an icemaker configured to make ice;a dispenser provided at a refrigerator door; anda water tank and a pump provided below the water tank, the water tank having an inlet through which water is replenished in the water tank, a first outlet configured to supply water to the dispenser, and a second outlet configured to supply water to the pump, wherein the pump is configured to pump water from the water tank to the icemaker, and wherein the icemaker is provided above the water tank and the water tank is provided above the dispenser.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising a cap configured to open/close the inlet.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the first outlet and the second outlet are arranged at a bottom side of the water tank and are inclined downward at a same angle with respect to the water tank toward a front of the refrigerator.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein the refrigerator further comprises a freezing compartment and a refrigerating compartment claim 3 , and wherein the icemaker is provided at the freezing compartment.5. The refrigerator of claim 4 , wherein the first outlet and the second outlet are parallel to each other.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein a valve configured to open/close the first outlet is attached to the first outlet.7. The refrigerator ...

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Номер записи: 85
06-02-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200041191A1
Автор: CHOI Sangphil, YI Youngho, YOU Jimin
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is a refrigerator. The present invention provides a refrigerator having a freezer compartment and a refrigerator compartment, the refrigerator including an icemaker provided to the freezer compartment or a freezer compartment door configured to open/close the freezer compartment, a dispenser provided to a refrigerator compartment door configured to open/close the refrigerator compartment, a water tank provided to the refrigerator compartment door, the water tank having an inlet for putting in water and an outlet for supplying water to the dispenser, a pump configured to send the water supplied from the water tank to the icemaker, and a slide cap movably provided to the water tank so as to be selectively coupled to a passage connected to the pump. 1. A refrigerator having a freezer compartment and a refrigerator compartment , the refrigerator comprising:an icemaker provided at the freezer compartment or at a freezer compartment door that is configured to open/close the freezer compartment;a dispenser provided at a refrigerator compartment door that is configured to open/close the refrigerator compartment;a water tank provided at the refrigerator compartment door, the water tank having an inlet for receiving water and an outlet for supplying water to the dispenser;a pump configured to receive the water from the water tank and to provide the water to the icemaker;a slide cap movably provided at a top of the water tank; anda passage to receive the water from the water tank and to guide the water to the pump, wherein the passage includes a first end to selectively couple to the slide cap, and a second end to couple to the pump.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising a cap configured to selectively open/close the inlet of the water tank.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , the slide cap comprising:an intake pipe that extends into the water tank; anda discharge pipe having a first end to couple to the intake pipe and a second end to selectively couple to ...

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Номер записи: 86
18-02-2021 дата публикации

INDIRECT AIR COOLING FOR AN ICE MAKER WITHIN A REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Номер: US20210048237A1
Автор: McCollough Thomas, Phelan Keith
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A refrigerator includes a cabinet defining a storage compartment therein, a door that provides selective access to the storage compartment, and an ice maker provided in the door. An air duct directs a flow of air from an insulated chamber to the ice maker. An air cooling system cools air inside the insulated chamber and comprises a first non-evaporative heat exchanger positioned independent of and adjacent to an evaporator, a second non-evaporative heat exchanger provided within the insulated chamber, and a fluid line that directs a circulation of fluid between the first and second non-evaporative heat exchangers. The first non-evaporative heat exchanger is provided in heat exchanging relationship with the evaporator to cool the fluid positioned in the first non-evaporative heat exchanger, and the second non-evaporative heat exchanger is provided in heat exchanging relationship with the air inside the insulated chamber to cool the air therein. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage compartment therein;a door that provides selective access to the storage compartment;an ice maker provided in the door;an air duct that directs a flow of air from an insulated chamber to the ice maker;an evaporator; and a first non-evaporative heat exchanger provided independent of and adjacent to the evaporator;', 'a second non-evaporative heat exchanger provided within the insulated chamber; and', 'a fluid line that directs a circulation of fluid between the first and second non-evaporative heat exchangers, the first non-evaporative heat exchanger provided in heat exchanging relationship with the evaporator to cool the fluid positioned in the first non-evaporative heat exchanger, and the second non-evaporative heat exchanger provided in heat exchanging relationship with the air inside the insulated chamber to cool the air therein., 'an air cooling system that cools air inside the insulated chamber, the air cooling system comprising2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 87
15-02-2018 дата публикации

Refrigerator and method for controlling refrigerator

Номер: US20180045442A1
Автор: Chang Hern Lee, Gang Hyun Kim, Jung Won Park, Kyung Tae Ko, Seung Wan Kang, Sung Ho Cho, Woo Sung Kim
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A refrigerator including a water intake container, in which carbonated water is produced by mixture of carbon dioxide and clean water, a first dispenser assembly, which the water intake container is attached to or detached from, and which supplies carbon dioxide and clean water to the water intake container when the water intake container is attached to the first dispenser, a dispenser lever and a second dispenser assembly which discharges clean water or ice according to manipulation of the dispenser lever, but stops the discharging of clean water or ice if the water intake container is attached to the first dispenser assembly. The refrigerator may include a dispenser lever and a processor to control an ice maker to stop operation if a command is entered through a user interface and to control the ice maker to start operation if the dispenser lever is manipulated while the ice maker stops operation.

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Номер записи: 88
03-03-2022 дата публикации

Adjustable drip tray for a dispensing assembly

Номер: US20220063982A1
Автор: Brent Alden Junge, Danister Abeygunawardana, Gregory Scott Carr, Jianwu Li
Принадлежит: Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc

A dispensing assembly for an appliance includes a dispenser and a mounting panel positioned below the dispenser, the mounting panel defining a sliding pocket and a locking indentation. A tray assembly is slidably mounted to the mounting panel within the sliding pocket and includes a drip tray defining a locking flange for receipt within the sliding pocket and a plunger mechanism movably mounted to the drip tray for moving a locking pin between an engaged position where the vertical position of the drip tray is locked and a disengaged position where the drip tray is movable along the vertical direction.

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Номер записи: 89
03-03-2022 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20220065517A1
Автор: CHOI Sangphil, YI Youngho, YOU Jimin
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Disclosed is a refrigerator. The present invention provides a refrigerator having a freezer compartment and a refrigerator compartment, the refrigerator including an icemaker provided to the freezer compartment or a freezer compartment door configured to open/close the freezer compartment, a dispenser provided to a refrigerator compartment door configured to open/close the refrigerator compartment, a water tank provided to the refrigerator compartment door, the water tank having an inlet for putting in water and an outlet for supplying water to the dispenser, a pump configured to send the water supplied from the water tank to the icemaker, and a slide cap movably provided to the water tank so as to be selectively coupled to a passage connected to the pump. 1. A refrigerator comprising:an icemaker configured to make ice;a dispenser configured to dispense water;a water tank provided at a refrigerator door;an inlet provided at the water tank;an outlet provided at the water tank and configured to supply water to the dispenser; anda slide cap movably provided at the water tank and configured to supply water to the icemaker.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising a pump configured to provide water from the water tank to the icemaker claim 1 , and a passage provided at the door and communicating with the pump claim 1 , wherein the slide cap is selectively coupled to the passage.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , the slide cap comprising:an intake pipe that extends into the water tank; anda discharge pipe having a first end to couple to the intake pipe and a second end to selectively couple to the first end of the passage.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein the water tank includes a perforation at the top of the water tank to enable the intake pipe to communicate with the water tank claim 3 , and wherein at least one recess is provided at a prescribed position of the perforation.5. The refrigerator of claim 3 , the slide cap comprising:a receiving part to ...

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Номер записи: 90
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Dispenser with vessel identification

Номер: US20150053302A1
Автор: Kurt Froehlich, Timothy Willis
Принадлежит: Electrolux Home Products Inc

A refrigeration apparatus includes a dispenser for dispensing water or ice into a receiver vessel. The dispenser includes a dispense command input for receiving a dispense command from a user and a code reader for interpreting an identification code associated with the receiver vessel. At least one controller is operatively connected to the dispense command input to receive the dispense command, and to the code reader to receive a vessel identification based on the interpreted identification code. The at least one controller controls the dispensing. A memory is configured to store the vessel identification in association with a usage parameter for the vessel. The at least one controller determines whether water/ice has been previously dispensed into the receiver vessel. When the at least one controller has determined that water/ice has not been previously dispensed into the receiver vessel, the at least one controller causes the usage parameter to be stored in the memory, in association with the vessel identification, based on the dispense command received from the user.

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Номер записи: 91
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Dispense control system for a refrigerator appliance

Номер: US20210053812A1
Автор: Andrew Reinhard Krause, Gregory Sergeevich Chernov
Принадлежит: Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc

A dispense control system for filling a container using a dispensing assembly of a refrigerator appliance and a method for operating the same are provided. The dispense control system includes an emitter for generating a beam of energy and a scanning assembly for selectively directing the beam of energy along a scan path comprising a plurality of scan positions. A receiver detects the beam of energy reflected by the container or the liquid at each of the plurality of scan positions and a controller determines a height of the container or the liquid at each of the plurality of scan positions along the scan path based at least in part on a travel time of the beam of energy between the emitter and the receiver.

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Номер записи: 92
14-02-2019 дата публикации

Refrigerator With Ice Mold chilled By Air Exchange Cooled By Fluid From Freezer

Номер: US20190049168A1
Автор: Boarman Patrick J., Hortin Gregory Gene
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A refrigerator having a cooling application, a heating application, and a thermoelectric device having a warm side and a cold side is disclosed. The refrigerator has a first fluid supply pathway in communication between the cold side and the cooling application, and a second fluid supply pathway in communication between the warm side and the heating application. The refrigerator has a first fan positioned to move air through the first fluid supply pathway to the cooling application, a flow pathway in communication between the thermoelectric device and the freezer compartment, and an air return pathway in communication between the fresh food compartment and at least one of the cooling application and the heating application for exhausting air to the fresh food compartment. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cooling application;a heating application;a thermoelectric device having a warm side and a cold side;a first fluid supply pathway in communication between the cold side and the cooling application;a second fluid supply pathway in communication between the warm side and the heating application;a first fan positioned to move air through the first fluid supply pathway to the cooling application;a flow pathway in communication between the thermoelectric device and a freezer compartment of the refrigerator; andan air return pathway in communication between a fresh food compartment of the refrigerator and at least one of the cooling application and the heating application for exhausting air to the fresh food compartment.2. The refrigerator of wherein the cooling application is at least one of a water reservoir claim 1 , an ice storage bin claim 1 , an ice maker claim 1 , and an isolated space insulated from the fresh food compartment.3. The refrigerator of wherein the heating application is at least one of a water reservoir claim 1 , an ice storage bin claim 1 , an ice maker claim 1 , and an isolated space insulated from the fresh food compartment.4. The refrigerator of ...

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Номер записи: 93
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Refrigerator with automatic liquid dispenser

Номер: US20180050898A1
Автор: Cornel Comsa, Jorge Carlos Montalvo Sanchez, Nilton Bertolini, Thomas R. Thompson, Travis McMahan
Принадлежит: Electrolux Home Products Inc

A refrigerator includes a cabinet defining a fresh food compartment and a door pivotally mounted to the cabinet and including an interior surface in communication with the fresh food compartment when the door is closed. A shelf unit is disposed adjacent the interior surface of the door, and a container is supported by the shelf unit. A fill mechanism is positioned vertically above the container and the container is configured to receive liquid from the fill mechanism. A sensor is configured to sense a property of the container or liquid received in the container. A control is in communication with the sensor and regulates a dispensing of liquid into the container based upon the sensed property. The sensor utilizes a capacitive sensor located adjacent to the container.

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Номер записи: 94
23-02-2017 дата публикации

CONTROLLING THE OPERATION OF A DISPENSER SYSTEM

Номер: US20170051963A1
Автор: Root Steven Keith
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Systems and methods for controlling the operation of a dispenser system are provided. In particular, one or more sensors associated with the dispenser system may be configured to detect one or more signals indicative of a container proximate the dispenser system and/or a level of water or ice within the container. The dispenser system may include an analog-to-digital converter configured to sample the detected signals at a predetermined sample frequency. The dispenser system may further include a direct memory access controller configured to store the sampled signals in memory without having to rout the sampled signals through a central processing unit associated with dispenser system. The operation of the dispenser system can then be controlled based at least in part on the sampled signals. 1. A dispensing system for dispensing liquid or ice , the system comprising:a dispenser defining a dispensing recess, the dispenser comprising a nozzle for dispensing liquid or ice;one or more sensors disposed within the dispensing recess, the one or more sensors configured to emit one or more pulses during one or more time periods and to receive one or more return signals;an analog-to-digital converter configured to sample the one or more return signals at a predetermined sampling frequency to determine a plurality of discrete signals;a direct memory access controller configured to store the discrete signals in one or more memory devices; andone or more control devices configured to execute computer-readable instructions stored in one or more memory devices that when executed by the one or more control devices cause the one or more control devices to perform operations, the operations comprising determining a return time indicative of a time period between emission of the one or more pulses and reception of the one or more return signals by the one or more sensors, and controlling an operation of the dispensing system based at least in part on the determined return time.2. The ...

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Номер записи: 95
01-03-2018 дата публикации

Mixed Drink Producing Apparatus With An Overall Container With Multiple Chambers As Well As Household Refrigeration Apparatus With A Mixed Drink Producing Apparatus

Номер: US20180055279A1
Автор: BAYSAL KUDRET, WEISS CARSTEN
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A mixed drink producing apparatus for a household refrigeration apparatus with a first dispensing container, which is formed for receiving a first liquid having a first freezing point and addable to a mixed drink by the mixed drink producing apparatus and which is connected to a dispensing unit of the mixed drink producing apparatus for conducting the first liquid from the first dispensing container to the dispensing unit, and with at least one second dispensing container, which is formed for receiving a second liquid having a second freezing point different from the first freezing point and addable to a mixed drink by the mixed drink producing apparatus and which is connected to the dispensing unit of the mixed drink producing apparatus for conducting the second liquid from the second dispensing container to the dispensing unit, wherein the first dispensing container and the second dispensing container are formed as chambers in an overall container, and the chamber of the first dispensing container is separated from the chamber of the second dispensing container by at least one partition in the overall container. It can also be provided that a storage container is formed as a chamber in the overall container. 1. A mixed drink producing apparatus , comprising:a dispensing unit for dispensing liquid from the mixed drink producing apparatus,a first dispensing container, which is formed for receiving a first liquid having a first freezing point and addable to a mixed drink by the mixed drink producing apparatus, whereinthe first dispensing container is connected to a dispensing unit of the mixed drink producing apparatus for conducting the first liquid from the first dispensing container to the dispensing unit, anda second dispensing container, which is formed for receiving a second liquid having a second freezing point different from the first freezing point and addable to a mixed drink by the mixed drink producing apparatus, whereinthe second dispensing container is ...

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Номер записи: 96
25-02-2021 дата публикации

Appliance suite equipped with a synced sound system

Номер: US20210058689A1
Автор: Chen Lu, Christopher George Bissig, Joel A. Persinger, Russell Conrad Grant
Принадлежит: Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc

A system and a method for generated synchronized audible communications are provided. In one aspect, a system includes a suite of appliances, including at least a first and second appliance. Each appliance has a speaker operable to generate one or more audible communications. The system includes one or more controllers that output one or more sound commands that cause the speakers of the appliances to generate their respective audible communications. One or more of the appliances include a proximity device operable to detect whether a user is within a proximity range thereof. In some instances, the speakers can generate audible communications to amplify their audible communications. In other instances, the speakers can generate audible communications to create localization cues for directing a user's attention to a particular appliance.

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Номер записи: 97
03-03-2016 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20160059192A1
Автор: JANG Do Yun, JEONG Jin, Son Bong Su
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Provided is a refrigerator including: a main body; a storage compartment formed in the main body; a door that opens/closes the storage compartment; a general water tank in which general water supplied from an external water supply source is stored; a mixing tank in which general water supplied from the general water tank is mixed with carbon dioxide (CO) so that carbonated water is made and stored; a dispenser that provides general water supplied from the general water tank to an outside and provides carbonated water supplied from the mixing tank to the outside of the refrigerator; and an ice-making machine that makes general ice by receiving general water from the external water supply source or the general water tank and makes carbonated ice by receiving carbonated water from the mixing tank, thereby providing general water, carbonated water, general ice, and carbonated ice through the dispenser. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body;a storage compartment formed in the main body;a door that opens/closes the storage compartment;a general water tank in which general water supplied from an external water supply source is stored;{'sub': '2', 'a mixing tank in which general water supplied from the general water tank is mixed with carbon dioxide (CO) so that carbonated water is made and stored;'}an ice-making machine that makes general ice or carbonated ice;an ice-making general water flow path which connects the external water supply source and the ice-making machine so that general water is supplied to the ice-making machine, the ice-making general water flow path not passing through the mixing tank; andan ice-making carbonated water flow path that connects the mixing tank and the ice-making machine so that carbonated water is supplied to the ice-making machine.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising a dispenser that provides general water supplied from the general water tank to an outside and provides carbonated water supplied from the mixing tank to ...

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Номер записи: 98
05-03-2015 дата публикации

DISPENSING ASSEMBLY FOR A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE

Номер: US20150060490A1
Автор: Bird Christopher Francis
Принадлежит: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

A dispensing assembly for a refrigerator appliance is provided. The dispensing assembly includes a tank that defines a fluid chamber and a heating element for heating fluid within the fluid chamber. An inlet conduit directs liquid into the fluid chamber, a first outlet conduit directs liquid out of the fluid chamber, and a second outlet conduit directs gas out of the fluid chamber. The dispensing assembly also includes valves for regulating fluid flow through the inlet conduit and the first and second outlet conduits. 1. A refrigerator appliance , comprising:a cabinet defining a chilled chamber for receiving food or beverage items for storage, the cabinet also defining an opening for accessing the chilled chamber;a door mounted to the cabinet at the opening of the cabinet, the door defining a dispenser recess; and a tank defining a fluid chamber;', 'a heating element configured for heating fluid within the fluid chamber of the tank;', 'an inlet conduit configured for directing liquid into the fluid chamber of the tank;', 'a first outlet conduit configured for directing liquid out of the fluid chamber of the tank to the dispenser recess of the door;', 'a first outlet valve configured for regulating a flow of liquid through the first outlet conduit out of the fluid chamber of the tank;', 'a second outlet conduit configured for directing gas out of the fluid chamber of the tank to the dispenser recess of the door;, 'a dispensing assembly comprising'}a second outlet valve configured for regulating a flow of gas through the second outlet conduit out of the fluid chamber of the tank.2. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a controller in operative communication with the heating element and the first and second outlet valves claim 1 , the controller configured forselectively activating the heating element in order to heat fluid within the fluid chamber of the tank;selectively adjusting the first outlet valve between an open configuration and a closed ...

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Номер записи: 99
05-03-2015 дата публикации

DISPENSER ASSEMBLY FOR A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE

Номер: US20150060491A1
Автор: Bird Christopher Francis
Принадлежит: GENERAL ELECTRIC COMPANY

A dispenser assembly for a refrigerator appliance is provided. The dispenser assembly includes a dispenser body that defines a dispenser recess. A heated liquid water outlet is configured for directing a flow of heated liquid water towards a container within the dispenser recess. The dispenser assembly also includes a cooling mechanism configured for selectively directing a flow of gaseous fluid towards the container within the dispenser recess. 1. A refrigerator appliance , comprising:a cabinet that defines a chilled chamber for receipt of food items for storage, the cabinet also defining an opening for accessing the chilled chamber of the cabinet;a door mounted to the cabinet at the opening of the cabinet in order to permit selective access to the chilled chamber of the cabinet through the opening of the cabinet;a dispenser mounted to the door, the dispenser defining a dispenser recess, the dispenser configured for directing a flow of heated liquid into the dispenser recess of the dispenser; anda cooling mechanism positioned at the dispenser, the cooling mechanism configured for selectively directing a flow of gaseous fluid towards a container positioned within the dispenser recess of the dispenser.2. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , wherein the cooling mechanism comprises a fan.3. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , wherein the cooling mechanism comprises a conduit extending between the chilled chamber of the cabinet and the dispenser recess of the dispenser.4. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a controller and a temperature sensor claim 1 , the controller being in communication with the temperature sensor claim 1 , the controller configured for measuring claim 1 , with the temperature sensor claim 1 , a temperature of a liquid in the container positioned within the dispenser recess of the dispenser.5. The refrigerator appliance of claim 4 , wherein the controller is further configured for activating the cooling mechanism if ...

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Номер записи: 100