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26-01-2012 дата публикации

Refrigerator having ice making device

Номер: US20120017626A1
Автор: Gwi-Nan Hwang, Ju-Hyun Kim
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator having an ice making device, comprises: a case having an opening at one side thereof; a tray accommodation portion having opened upper and lower surfaces, and configured to be inserted into or withdrawn from the case through the opening; an ice tray accommodated in the tray accommodation portion, and containing water to be frozen to ice cubes; and an accommodation portion coupling unit for coupling the tray accommodation portion to the case. Water is poured onto the ice tray in a state that the ice tray has been accommodated in the tray accommodation portion, and then the ice tray is carried to be mounted to the case. This may solve the conventional problem that each ice tray has to be carried. Furthermore, since an external force such as hand trembling is transmitted to the ice tray via the tray accommodation portion, overflow of water is minimized.

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Номер записи: 1
02-02-2012 дата публикации

Beverage cooler

Номер: US20120024005A1
Автор: Raffi Kouyoumdjian, Robert Petner
Принадлежит: Individual

A beverage cooler for cooling one or more beverages and a method for assembled the beverage cooler are disclosed herein. The beverage cooler includes a frame member having a cooling chamber defined within at least a portion of the frame member, and a beverage support surface that is mounted with respect to the frame member for movement between a deployed position and a retracted position. In the deployed position of the beverage support surface, the beverage support surface is positioned to support at least one beverage container. In the retracted position of the beverage support surface, the beverage support surface is not positioned to support at least one beverage container.

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Номер записи: 2
02-02-2012 дата публикации

Domestic Appliance with Concealed Hinge

Номер: US20120025686A1
Автор: Ian Darney
Принадлежит: Panasonic Manufacturing UK Ltd

A domestic appliance for built-in installation, comprising: a housing having at least two sides; a front door; a hinge mechanism, provided at or adjacent one of the sides, coupling the door to the housing and permitting relative movement thereof, wherein the door is movable between a first position, in which the door is closed, and a second position, in which the door is fully open; and/or wherein the hinge is so shaped and dimensioned whereby, in use, the extent of protrusion of the door laterally beyond said one side when the door is in said second position is less than or equal to that when the door is in said first position. Preferably, the hinge mechanism is shaped and arranged whereby double movement, for example both rotational and translational movement, of the door relative to the housing is facilitated during movement between said first position and said second position.

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Номер записи: 3
16-02-2012 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20120038259A1
Автор: Jae Sek Oh, Jong Nam Lee, Mu Yeol Sun, Sang Gyu Jung, Seung Yong Yang
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

Disclosed herein is a refrigerator including a main body provided with storage chambers, doors to open and close the storage chambers, and lower hinge modules to enable one side of the lower end of each door to be rotatably installed on the main body. The main body includes a main frame integrally forming a lower surface and both side surfaces of the main body and the rear ends of the lower hinge modules are installed on the outer lower surface of the main frame, and thus the thickness of the lower end of the main body is minimized, thereby maximizing the storage capacity of the main body having a designated height as far as a heat insulating ability is not lowered.

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Номер записи: 4
05-04-2012 дата публикации

Top-loaded refrigerator doors

Номер: US20120080990A1
Автор: Daniel S. Renz, Jeffrey Charles Mellinger, Matthew William Davis, Richard Devos
Принадлежит: General Electric Co

Top hinge-weight loaded refrigerator doors are provided. A refrigerator apparatus is provided that includes a body portion; and at least one door hinged to the body portion using at least one top hinge. The top hinge is a weight load bearing hinge.

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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
08-11-2012 дата публикации

Appliance With Frontal Installation Adjustment

Номер: US20120280607A1
Автор: Andrew J. Doberstein, Joseph H. Zyduck
Принадлежит: U Line Corp

An appliance, such as a cooling unit, has its installation adjustment provided at a front side of its cabinet. The adjustment features can include a mechanism for adjusting the height of the back side of the cabinet from the front as well as a toe kick grille that provides front-to-back and height adjustment from the front. Specifically, a flexible connector transfers rotational input applied to an adjuster interface located at a front side of the cabinet to one or more rear legs to raise or lower the back side of the cabinet. And a front-to-back slidable kick panel mounts a floor gate, which itself can slide up and down. A method of installing an appliance provides leveling the cabinet, including adjusting the rear legs, and positioning a toe kick, all from the front side of the cabinet.

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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
07-02-2013 дата публикации

Refrigeration plant and methods of control therefor

Номер: US20130031919A1
Автор: Ross Sheldrake, William Buckenham
Принадлежит: Hubbard Products Ltd

A refrigeration plant has a refrigerator circuit comprising a compressor, a condensing coil, an expansion valve and an evaporator. Heat is absorbed in the evaporator and exhausted at the condenser. Pressure is measured at the compressor inlet and a blower arrangement for blowing cool air over a heat transfer surface of the condenser is controlled in dependence upon the pressure measurement.

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Номер записи: 9
29-08-2013 дата публикации

Refrigerator with convertible chamber and operation method thereof

Номер: US20130219930A1
Автор: Bongjun Choi, Gyuwon Shin
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A method for controlling temperature of a refrigerator including a main body having at least first and second adiabatic spaces; a refrigerant compression cycle device including an evaporator, a compressor, a condenser, and an expander installed within the main body; and a heating unit transferring heat of a refrigerant discharged from the condenser to air in the second adiabatic space, includes: measuring an internal temperature of the second adiabatic space; bypassing the refrigerant discharged from the condenser to the second adiabatic space when the measured internal temperature of the second adiabatic space is lower than a lower limit value of a pre-set temperature range; measuring ambient temperature of the condenser; and controlling an operation of a condenser cooling fan according to the ambient temperature of the condenser to maintain the refrigerant that passes through the interior of the condenser at a certain temperature or higher.

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Номер записи: 10
03-10-2013 дата публикации

Air duct device for refrigerator

Номер: US20130255305A1
Автор: Brian S. Kim
Принадлежит: Individual

An air duct device for refrigerator includes a first compartment, a second compartment, and a fan motor. The first compartment has a front opening and a rear opening. The second compartment has a front opening, and the second compartment is disposed by the first compartment and connected with the first compartment through an intermediate opening. The fan motor provided at a first location close to the front opening of the first compartment for taking in air from outside and blowing the air into the first compartment toward the rear opening of the first compartment. The condenser is installed at a second location between the first location and the rear opening of the first compartment and the compressor is installed at a third location between the second location and the the rear opening of the first compartment and the compressor.

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Номер записи: 11
10-10-2013 дата публикации

Semi-auto closing apparatus and refrigerator having the same

Номер: US20130264930A1
Автор: II Young JUNG, Jae Kyoung JANG, Jong Hoon Oh, Sang Hyuk Kang, Sung Mo KIM, Youn Tae Shin
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A refrigerator which improves the structure of an auto closing apparatus, increases the sealing ability of a door, and omits mounting of a separate spring. The refrigerator includes at least one door opening and closing at least one storage chamber provided in a main body, at least one upper hinge module including a body part and an extension part rotatably coupled to the at least one door, at least one lower hinge module, a door cap installed on an upper portion of the at least one door and including a hinge receiving part, an auto close lever coupled to the door cap and has elasticity to transmit elastic force to the door, and a cam member including a cam surface contacting the auto close lever so that the auto close lever accumulates elastic force and then transmits the elastic force to the door when the door is closed.

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Номер записи: 12
10-10-2013 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20130264931A1
Автор: Hong Sik Kwon, Jung Yeon Hwang, Seon Il Yu, Yong Hun Chang
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator is disclosed. The refrigerator includes a cabinet configured to define an exterior boundary of the refrigerator. The refrigerator also includes a first storage chamber defined by interior walls of the cabinet and configured to store food stuffs. The refrigerator further includes a first door configured to open and close the first storage chamber by rotating about a rotational axis. In addition, the refrigerator includes a second storage chamber that is smaller than the first storage chamber defined at a side of the first door, and that is configured to enable access to food stuffs while the first door remains closed and a second door, located in a predetermined portion of the first door, configured to open and close the second storage chamber by rotating the rotational axis, wherein a rotation direction of the second door is identical to the rotation direction of the first door.

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Номер записи: 13
16-01-2014 дата публикации

Refrigerator and manufacturing method thereof

Номер: US20140015394A1
Автор: Ho Sang Park, Kwang Hyuk Cha, Kwon Chul Yun
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A refrigerator and a manufacturing method thereof including processes of separately manufacturing partitions dividing a storage space into a plurality of storage chambers from a main body including an inner casing and an outer casing, coupling the partitions to an inner surface of the inner casing, filling a space between the inner casing and the partitions with an insulator, and filling the partitions with the insulator by filling a space between the inner casing and the outer casing with the insulator. Since the insulator uniformly fills the partitions dividing the storage space into the plurality of storage chambers, the partitions may possess improved insulating qualities.

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Номер записи: 14
06-02-2014 дата публикации

Hydrophilic structures for condensation management in refrigerator appliances

Номер: US20140033756A1
Автор: Guolian Wu, John J. Vonderhaar, Mianxue Wu, Steven John Kuehl
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A refrigerator appliance that includes a freezer compartment having a freezer compartment door, and a refrigeration compartment having at least one refrigeration compartment door. The appliance further includes a mullion with an exterior surface. The mullion divides the compartments and the exterior surface directs condensation toward a transfer point. The appliance may also include a cabinet that houses the compartments and has two sides, each with an exterior surface. Further, at least one exterior surface directs condensation toward a transfer point.

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Номер записи: 15
20-02-2014 дата публикации

Soft opening for a hinge

Номер: US20140049150A1
Автор: Arturo J. Bonomie, Daniel Mark Graham
Принадлежит: Sub Zero Inc

A hinge including a device bracket, a door bracket, a first arm, a second arm, and a door stop is provided. The device bracket mounts to a device surface. The door bracket mounts to a door surface of a door. The first arm is mounted for rotation about a first pin and a second pin. The second arm is mounted for rotation about a third pin and a fourth pin. The first pin and third pin are mounted to the device bracket, and the second pin and fourth pin are mounted to the door bracket. The first pin is closer to an axis of rotation of the door than the third pin when the door is in a closed position. The door stop is mounted to the second arm and positioned to contact the first arm when the door is opened to a selected angle.

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Номер записи: 16
06-03-2014 дата публикации

Refrigerator with intermediate temperature icemaking compartment

Номер: US20140060106A1
Автор: Dean A. Martin, Kyle B. Van Meter, Xia Yong Fu
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

An icemaking compartment is provided in the refrigerator compartment of a bottom mount refrigerator. An icemaker is within the icemaking compartment. A cold air duct supplies cold air from the freezer compartment to the icemaker. The cold air duct is formed in the rear wall of the refrigerator. A fan controls the flow of air through the cold air duct. A return air duct is provided to direct a portion of the air from the icemaker back to the freezer compartment. An air vent in the icemaker directs another portion of air into the refrigerator compartment.

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Номер записи: 17
10-04-2014 дата публикации

Refrigerator and filler thereof

Номер: US20140097733A1
Автор: Jong Hoon Oh, Seung Yong Yang, Yong Bum Seo
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

A filler to seal a gap between a plurality of doors is provided with a height adjustment portion, thereby enabling a height of the filler to be uniformly maintained regardless of deflection of the door. Accordingly, the filler may be smoothly operated regardless of deflection of the door, and cold air in a storage chamber may be prevented from escaping. The height adjustment portion has a truncated cone shape, and may be supported by a bottom surface of the storage chamber when the door is closed in a deflected state.

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Номер записи: 18
06-01-2022 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20220003028A1
Автор: Chen Jinghui, Liu Qinchao, Lv Ping, Zhang Nanwei
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator includes a cabinet, a first door located in front of the cabinet, a second door located in front of the first door, an electrical member located at the second door, and a transmission line connected to the electrical member. The transmission line extends from the cabinet into the first door and extends from the first door toward the second door. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet;a first door located in front of said cabinet;a second door located in front of said first door;an electrical member located at said second door; anda transmission line connected to said electrical member, said transmission line extending from said cabinet into said first door and extending from said first door toward said second door.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein said first door has a thermal insulation space filled with thermal insulation materials claim 1 , and said transmission line extends into said thermal insulation space.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , which further comprises a first hinge unit interconnecting said first door and said second door claim 1 , said transmission line exiting said first door then entering said first hinge unit and then extending toward said second door.4. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , which further comprises a second hinge unit interconnecting said cabinet and said first door claim 3 , said transmission line extending through said second hinge unit into said first door.5. The refrigerator according to claim 4 , wherein said transmission line extends within said first door and runs for a distance in a lateral direction of said first door.6. The refrigerator according to claim 5 , wherein said transmission line extends within said first door claim 5 , and said transmission line at least one of extends in the lateral direction of said first door beyond said first hinge unit interconnecting said first door and said second door or extends beyond said second hinge unit interconnecting said first ...

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Номер записи: 19
06-01-2022 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20220003490A1
Автор: Hojun JEONG, Jeongman Nam, SeongWoo Kim, Seungho Yoon, Sungdeuk Park, Youngmin KWON
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO LTD

Provided is a refrigerator including a main body including a storeroom, a door body arranged to open or close the storeroom, a decoration panel coupled to a front side of the door body, and a holder mounted on the front side of the door body to be coupled to the decoration panel. The door body includes a rear case defining a rear side of the door body, and a main case defining front and sides of the door body. The main case includes a front part defining the front side of the door body and having an installation groove in which to install the holder, side parts defining sides of the door body, and a rear coupler coupled to the rear case. The main case is formed by bending a single metal board.

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Номер записи: 20
05-01-2017 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20170003067A1
Автор: EOM Tae In, IGOR Ivanov, JEONG Kyung Han, Kang Sung Wook, KYONG Yong Soo, Lee Jea Won, Lee Jee Hoon, TELEGIN Yury
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Disclosed herein is a refrigerator that has an improved structure to facilitate assembling of a door and a main body which are separable from each other. The refrigerator includes a main body that forms an exterior appearance, a storage compartment that is provided inside the main body, a door that is rotatably coupled to the main body so as to open and close an open front surface of the storage compartment, and a hinge bracket that connects the main body and the door. Here, the hinge bracket includes a first bracket that is coupled to the main body and a second bracket that is coupled to the door and detachably coupled to the first bracket. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body that forms an exterior appearance;a storage compartment that is provided inside the main body;a door that is rotatably coupled to the main body so as to open and close an open front surface of the storage compartment; anda hinge bracket that connects the main body and the door,wherein the hinge bracket includes a first bracket that is coupled to the main body and a second bracket that is coupled to the door and detachably coupled to the first bracket.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the second bracket is detachably coupled to the first bracket in forward and backward directions.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the second bracket is slidably coupled to the first bracket.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the second bracket is slidably coupled to an inner side of the first bracket claim 1 , and the hinge bracket further includes a coupling member that couples the second bracket to at least one surface of the first bracket.5. The refrigerator according to claim 4 , wherein the hinge bracket further includes a fixing unit that fixes positions of the first bracket and the second bracket so that the first bracket and the second bracket are connectable with each other by the coupling member.6. The refrigerator according to claim 5 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 21
05-01-2017 дата публикации

Household appliance component having a coextruded decorative part

Номер: US20170003068A1
Автор: Andrea Fink, Denis Lux, Elena Claass, Frank Salomon
Принадлежит: BSH HAUSGERAETE GMBH

The invention relates to a household appliance component having a decorative part which is arranged on a base part of the household appliance component as a component bent at least once and not extending in a plane, wherein the decorative part is embodied as a coextruded part made of metal and plastic.

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Номер записи: 22
02-01-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200003484A1
Автор: HAMAGUCHI YOSHIHIKO, HINOUE SADAHIKO, HISAHARA HIROSHI, YAMADE KINYA
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator includes a storage compartment, a door, an air outlet, an imaging unit, and a determination unit. The storage compartment has a storage region that stores a stored object. The door opens and closes the storage compartment. The air outlet is provided in a rear wall of the storage region and blows cold air into the storage region. The imaging unit is provided at an inner side of the door at a position higher than or equal to a height of the air outlet and acquires an image of the storage region from the door. The determination unit determines an arrangement state of the stored object stored in the storage region based on the image acquired by the imaging unit. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a storage compartment having a storage region that stores a stored object;a door that opens and closes the storage compartment;an air outlet that is provided in a rear wall of the storage region and that blows cold air into the storage region;an imaging unit that is provided at an inner side of the door at a position higher than or equal to a height of the air outlet and that acquires an image of the storage region from the door; anda determination unit that determines an arrangement state of the stored object stored in the storage region based on the image acquired by the imaging unit.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 ,wherein the air outlet has a shape identifiable by the determination unit.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 ,wherein the rear wail is provided with a predetermined pattern identifiable by the determination unit.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising:a mirror that is provided on an upper surface of the storage region and that reflects an upper side from the air outlet relative to the imaging unit.5. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising:a lower imaging unit that is provided below the imaging unit at the inner side of the door and that acquires an image of the storage compartment from the door, ...

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Номер записи: 23
02-01-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200003485A1
Автор: CHOI Jeong Won, HWANG In-Sung, JANG Bok Hyun, Kim Hyun Joo, LEE Tae Youl, SEO Yong Man
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator may include a storage compartment, an inner door which comprises an opening having a size corresponding to a size of the storage compartment, a plurality of door guards, and an outer door which open and close the storage compartment, wherein the inner door comprises a control unit may control an internal environment of the storage compartment. 1a body;a storage compartment formed in the body;a first door pivotably coupled with the body and comprising an opening to the storage compartment;a second door pivotable with respect to the first door to thereby be movable between a closed position in which the second door closes the opening and an open position in which the second door opens the opening; and when the second door is in the closed position, the second door covers the user interface portion to thereby prevent the user from operating the user interface portion,', 'when the second door is pivoted to thereby be moved from the closed position to the open position, the second door uncovers the user interface portion to thereby allow the user to operate the user interface portion, and', 'the second door includes a transparent or translucent material that allows the user interface portion and the storage compartment to be at least partially visible to the user through the material while the second door is in the closed position., 'a control unit comprising a user interface portion on the first door to receive an input from a user, the control unit being configured to control an internal environment of the storage compartment in accordance with the received input, wherein'}. A refrigerator comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 16/202,711, filed Nov. 28, 2018, which is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 15/204,530, filed Jul. 7, 2016, issued as U.S. Pat. No. 10,174,994, and claims benefit of foreign priority to Korean Patent Application No. 10-2015-0097318, filed on Jul. 8, 2015 in the Korean ...

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Номер записи: 24
07-01-2021 дата публикации

VARIABLE CLIMATE ZONE WIRING

Номер: US20210003337A1
Автор: Campani Marcelo, Colecha Alcione, Leidens Rafael, Mercer Israel, Picanço Guilherme, Voltarelli Antonio
Принадлежит: Electrolux Do Brasil S.A.

Provided is a refrigeration appliance including a main electrical board that controls operation of the refrigeration appliance and an adjustable temperature compartment for storing food items at a user-selectable target temperature. The adjustable temperature compartment includes a user interface connected to the main electrical board by an electric wire cable and enabling selection of user-selectable target temperature. A first end of the electric wire cable includes a removable connector connected to the user interface. The second end of the electric wire cable is connected to the main electrical board. A method for manufacturing a refrigeration appliance with an adjustable temperature compartment is also provided. 1. A refrigeration appliance comprising:a main electrical board configured to control operation of the refrigeration appliance;a fresh food compartment for storing food items at a first target temperature above zero degrees Centigrade;a freezer compartment for storing food items at a second target temperature below zero degrees Centigrade; andan adjustable temperature compartment for storing food items at a user-selectable target temperature, the adjustable temperature compartment comprising:a user interface connected to the main electrical board by an electric wire cable and configured to enable selection of said user-selectable target temperature;a door closing the adjustable temperature compartment from the exterior environment;a support structure attached to a wall within the adjustable temperature compartment; anda storage bin supported by the support structure and movable with respect to the support structure, the storage bin having a frame supporting the storage bin,wherein a first end of the electric wire cable includes a removable connector connected to the user interface and wherein the second end of the electric wire cable is connected to the main electrical board.2. The refrigeration appliance according to claim 1 , wherein the user ...

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Номер записи: 25
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Cooling Facility

Номер: US20190003751A1
Автор: Blumhardt Marcus
Принадлежит:

Facility having a storage unit comprising a housing enclosing a storage volume for receiving goods and/or equipment further comprising an operating system provided with a tempering unit associated with said storage volume for maintaining a defined or set temperature in said storage volume, said operating system being provided with a refrigerant circuit comprising an internal heat exchanger, arranged in said tempering unit, an external heat exchanger as well as a compressor unit for compressing refrigerant, characterized in that said operating system is provided with an engine for driving said compressor unit as an independent power source and said operating system is provided with an electric generator unit mechanically coupled to said engine, said compressor unit and/or said generator unit are driven by said engine independent power source, and said operating system is connected to a local energy supply system of said facility. 1. Facility having a storage unit comprising{'b': '70', 'a housing enclosing a storage volume for receiving goods and/or equipment further comprising an operating system provided with a tempering unit associated with said storage volume for maintaining a defined or set temperature in said storage volume, said operating system () being provided with a refrigerant circuit comprising an internal heat exchanger, arranged in said tempering unit, an external heat exchanger as well as a compressor unit for compressing refrigerant,'}said operating system is provided with an engine for driving said compressor unit as an independent power source and said operating system is provided with an electric generator unit mechanically coupled to said engine, said compressor unit and/or said generator unit are driven by said engine independent power source, and said operating system is connected to a local energy supply system of said facility.2. Facility according to claim 1 , wherein said local energy supply system comprises a local electric mains power ...

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Номер записи: 26
03-01-2019 дата публикации

ULTRA LOW-TEMPERATURE FREEZER

Номер: US20190003759A1
Автор: ARAI Takashi, Mori Eiichi
Принадлежит:

An ultra low-temperature freezer comprising: a casing that includes an exterior body having a first side surface and a second side surface laterally facing each other, an interior body, a heat insulation material, an evaporator, and a polyurethane; a hinge that includes a first hinge piece and a second hinge piece, with the first hinge piece being attached to the second side surface; and an outer door that has a third side surface and a fourth side surface facing the third side surface, with the second hinge piece being attached to the fourth side surface. The outer door includes an inner surface and an outer surface provided forward of the inner surface, a heat insulation material comprising a vacuum heat insulation panel provided to the inner surface side, and a polyurethane provided between the heat insulation material and the outer surface. 1. An ultra-low temperature freezer comprising: an exterior body including a first side and a second side that faces the first side in a transverse direction;', 'an interior body provided inside the exterior body, the interior body being formed with a storage space that opens in a forward direction;', 'a thermal insulator provided between the exterior body and the interior body, the thermal insulator being formed of a vacuum insulated panel;', 'an evaporator disposed between the exterior body and the interior body to surround the storage space; and', 'polyurethane provided between the thermal insulator and the interior body;, 'a housing includingat least one inner door that closes an opening of the storage space when closed;a hinge including a pivot extending in a perpendicular direction, and a first hinge piece and a second hinge piece that rotate relative to each other about the pivot, the first hinge piece being mounted to the second side; andan outer door that opens and closes by rotating about the pivot, the outer door including a third side and a fourth side that faces the third side and is mounted with the second hinge ...

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Номер записи: 27
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Exterior member for home appliance and manufacture method thereof

Номер: US20190003761A1
Автор: Kim Pojin, Kim Sunggab, Kim Youngwoo, Koo Jahun, Lee Kuhyeong, Moon Byungchun
Принадлежит:

An exterior member for a home appliance includes a front panel that defines an exterior of the home appliance, that is configured to cover a display assembly that includes a plurality of LEDs, and that includes a displaying part that defines a plurality of first through-holes at positions corresponding to the plurality of LEDs, the displaying part being configured to display operating information of the home appliance by transmitting light from the plurality of LEDs through at least a portion of the plurality of first through-holes. The exterior member further includes a front surface coating layer that is located on a front surface of the front panel and that is configured to shield the plurality of first through-holes. The exterior member further includes a hole-filling member that is configured to fill the plurality of first through-holes by coating a rear surface of the displaying part with a material. 1a front panel (i) that defines an exterior of the home appliance, (ii) that is configured to cover a display assembly that includes a plurality of LEDs, and (iii) that includes a displaying part that defines a plurality of first through-holes at positions corresponding to the plurality of LEDs, the displaying part being configured to display operating information of the home appliance by transmitting light from the plurality of LEDs through at least a portion of the plurality of first through-holes;a front surface coating layer that is located on a front surface of the front panel and that is configured to shield the plurality of first through-holes; anda hole-filling member that is configured to fill the plurality of first through-holes by coating a rear surface of the displaying part with a material that is configured to transmit light and that is configured to connect the plurality of first through-holes,wherein a rear cross-sectional area of a respective first through-hole at a rear surface of the front panel is greater than a front cross-sectional area of ...

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Номер записи: 28
03-01-2019 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20190003762A1
Автор: Hyunbum KIM, Jihyun Im, Jindong Kim, Jisu PARK, Myunghwan Kim, Sungwoo Choi
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

Disclosed is a refrigerator. The refrigerator includes a cabinet (10) configured to define a first storage region in which food is stored, a door (20) rotatably connected to a first rotating shaft via a first hinge member (40) to open or close the first storage region, the first rotating shaft being located at the front of the cabinet (10), a gasket provided at the door (20) and a container (100) configured to define a second storage region, the second storage region being received in the first storage region, the container (100) being rotatably connected to a second rotating shaft via a second hinge member (200), the second rotating shaft being located at the door (20).

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Номер записи: 29
11-01-2018 дата публикации

FILTER ASSEMBLY AND A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE

Номер: US20180008914A1
Автор: Mitchell Alan Joseph, Nuss Bart Andrew
Принадлежит:

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: 30
14-01-2021 дата публикации

State estimation apparatus, method, and program storage medium

Номер: US20210008484A1
Автор: Eisuke Saneyoshi
Принадлежит: NEC Corp

A state estimation apparatus includes: a current information acquisition part that acquires information about a current at a power supply part of a refrigerating/freezing apparatus; a current information storage part that holds current information in a normal state of the refrigerating/freezing apparatus; an evaluation part that derives a degree of change based on the acquired current information and the current information in the normal state of the refrigerating/freezing apparatus; a filter cleaning determination part that estimates a clogging state of a filter of the refrigerating/freezing apparatus based on the degree of change to determine whether cleaning of the filter is necessary; and an output part that provides, for a determination result indicating that the cleaning of the filter is necessary, an output to that effect.

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Номер записи: 31
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.
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 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: 32
12-01-2017 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20170010040A1
Автор: CHOI Jeong Won, HWANG In-Sung, JANG Bok Hyun, Kim Hyun Joo, LEE Tae Youl, Man Seo Yong
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator may include a storage compartment, an inner door which comprises an opening having a size corresponding to a size of the storage compartment, a plurality of door guards, and an outer door which open and close the storage compartment, wherein the inner door comprises a control unit may control an internal environment of the storage compartment. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a body;a storage compartment formed in the body;an inner door comprising an opening corresponding to the storage compartment and pivotably coupled with the body;an outer door disposed to be pivotable from and relative to the inner door;a mounting portion provided on the inner door; anda control unit configured to control an internal environment of the storage compartment, and mounted on the mounting portion.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the control unit comprises an operational portion and a display portion.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the control unit is configured to control at least one of a temperature claim 1 , humidity claim 1 , smell claim 1 , and lighting of the storage compartment.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the control unit comprises:a circuit board comprising an operational portion and a display portion; anda cover covering the circuit board, the cover comprising a button portion to operate on the operational portion and an opening which exposes the display portion.5. The refrigerator of claim 4 , whereinthe control unit comprises a housing which accommodates the circuit board and the cover, andthe housing is coupled with the mounting portion of the inner door.6. The refrigerator of claim 4 , wherein the control unit comprises a transparent member which covers the cover and on which a function of the button portion is displayed.7. The refrigerator of claim 1 , whereinthe inner door comprises an upper frame, a lower frame, a left frame, and a right frame which form the opening, andthe control unit is disposed on at least one of the upper ...

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Номер записи: 33
11-01-2018 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20180010845A1
Автор: Hyunbum KIM, Jihyun Im, Jindong Kim, Sanggyun Lee
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

Disclosed is a refrigerator. The refrigerator includes a cabinet having a storage compartment, an inner case ( 10 ) configured to define an external appearance of the storage compartment, a first door pivotably installed to the cabinet, the first door being configured to open or close one side of the storage compartment, a second door pivotably installed to the cabinet, the second door being configured to open or close a remaining side of the storage compartment, the second door having a pillar ( 100 ) configured to be rotated so as to come into contact with the first door, and a transfer member ( 1000 ) provided inside the inner case ( 10 ) so as to guide rotation of the pillar ( 100 ) by detecting rotation of the second door, and the pillar ( 100 ) is spaced apart from both a top wall of the inner case and a bottom wall of the inner case ( 10 ) so as not to come into contact with the inner case ( 1 0) in a state in which the second door seals the storage compartment.

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Номер записи: 34
10-01-2019 дата публикации

APPLIANCE MACHINE COMPARTMENT AIRFLOW SYSTEM

Номер: US20190011172A1
Автор: GOMES ALBERTO R., Hunter Lynne F., Marinello Giulia, Pathak Sanjesh Kumar
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A refrigerator is provided herein that includes a cabinet defining a refrigerated compartment and a machine compartment. A compressor is disposed within the machine compartment and adapted to compress a refrigerant within a refrigerant line. A heat exchanger is positioned in communication with the compressor and is adapted to reject heat from a refrigerant into the machine compartment. A fan is disposed between the heat exchanger and compressor. The fan is adapted to draw air from an area adjacent the machine compartment and through the heat exchanger. A funnel is disposed between the heat exchanger and the fan and directs air toward the fan. A tunnel is disposed between the fan and the compressor and directs forced air from the fan toward the compressor. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a refrigerated compartment and a machine compartment;a compressor disposed within the machine compartment and adapted to compress a refrigerant within a refrigerant line;a heat exchanger positioned in communication with the compressor and adapted to reject heat from a refrigerant into the machine compartment;a fan disposed between the heat exchanger and compressor, the fan adapted to draw air from an area adjacent the machine compartment and through the heat exchanger;a funnel disposed between the heat exchanger and the fan and directs air toward the fan; anda tunnel disposed between the fan and the compressor and directs forced air from the fan toward the compressor.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the heat exchanger is positioned at an angle with respect to a front wall of the machine compartment.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the heat exchanger is configured as a micro-channel condenser.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the fan is disposed within a portion of the funnel.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the tunnel is removably attached to an exterior surface of the funnel through an attachment feature.6. The refrigerator of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 35
10-01-2019 дата публикации

GUIDE ASSEMBLY FOR USE IN DOOR OF REFRIGERATOR, AND REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20190011173A1
Автор: XIA ENPIN, ZHANG Hao, Zhu Xiaobing
Принадлежит:

A guide assembly for use in a door of a refrigerator comprises: a sliding rail; a movable member located above the sliding rail; and a connection member connected and fixed to the door. The sliding rail comprises a slide and a track both extending in the left and right direction. The movable member can move along the slide in a reciprocating motion in the left and right direction. The movable member also has a sliding groove extending in the frontward and rearward direction. The connection member comprises a first roller disposed at the sliding groove and capable of moving along the sliding groove in the frontward and rearward direction. The guide assembly further comprises a guide structure disposed under the connection member. The guide structure is movably disposed in the track to guide the movement of the door. 1. A guide assembly for use in a door of a refrigerator , the guide assembly comprising a sliding rail , a movable member located above the sliding rail , a connection member fixedly connected to the door , and a guide structure , wherein:the sliding rail comprises slides extending in a left-right direction, and a track;the movable member may move leftwards and rightwards along the slides in a reciprocating manner and is provided with a sliding groove extending in a front-back direction;the connection member comprises a first roller arranged in the sliding groove and capable of moving forwards and backwards along the sliding groove; andthe guide structure is arranged below the connection member and movably arranged in the track to guide the movement of the door.2. The guide assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the sliding rail comprises two front and rear slides which extend in a left-right direction and are parallel to each other claim 1 , the track being arranged between the two slides.3. The guide assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the movable member comprises two groups of front and rear second rollers which are respectively pressed against ...

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Номер записи: 36
10-01-2019 дата публикации

HINGE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190011174A1
Автор: Dherde Eric J., FIORI MICHAEL A., Hunter Lynne F.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

An appliance is provided herein. The appliance includes a cabinet having a wrapper, a liner, and a trim breaker. The wrapper, the liner, and the trim breaker define an insulating cavity therebetween. An insulating material is disposed within the insulating cavity. A frame includes an upper frame portion, a vertical frame portion, and a lower frame portion. The frame is at least partially disposed within the insulating cavity. An upper hinge mount is disposed on the upper frame portion. A lower hinge mount is disposed on the lower frame portion. The lower frame portion has a closed outer periphery. A door is rotationally mounted to the cabinet via an upper hinge mounted to the upper hinge mount and a lower hinge mounted to the lower hinge mount. 1. An appliance comprising:a cabinet having a wrapper, a liner, and a trim breaker, wherein the wrapper, the liner, and the trim breaker define an insulating cavity therebetween;an insulating material disposed within the insulating cavity;a frame including an upper frame portion, a vertical frame portion, and a lower frame portion, wherein the frame is at least partially disposed within the insulating cavity;an upper hinge mount disposed on the upper frame portion;a lower hinge mount disposed on the lower frame portion, wherein the lower frame portion has a closed outer periphery; anda door rotationally mounted to the cabinet via an upper hinge mounted to the upper hinge mount and a lower hinge mounted to the lower hinge mount.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the upper frame portion claim 1 , a vertical frame portion claim 1 , and a lower frame portion are all formed from a single component.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the upper hinge mount includes one or more of upper hinge mounts that are positioned proximate opposing left and right sidewalls claim 1 , respectively claim 1 , of the cabinet claim 1 , and wherein the lower hinge mount includes one or more of lower hinge mounts that are positioned proximate the ...

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Номер записи: 37
10-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20190011175A1
Автор: Choi Sungwoo, IM Jihyun, KIM Hyunbum, Kim Jindong, KIM Myunghwan, PARK Jisu
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is a refrigerator. The refrigerator includes a cabinet () configured to define a first storage region in which food is stored, a door () rotatably connected to a first rotating shaft via a first hinge member () to open or close the first storage region, the first rotating shaft being located at the front of the cabinet (), a gasket provided at the door () and a container () configured to define a second storage region, the second storage region being received in the first storage region, the container () being rotatably connected to a second rotating shaft via a second hinge member (), the second rotating shaft being located at the door (). 181-. (canceled)82. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet;a storage compartment provided in the cabinet and configured to store food therein;a container provided to be rotatable relative to the cabinet and configured to open and close the storage compartment to selectively provide access to items in the storage compartment, the container comprising an opening formed in a center thereof;a door rotatably provided on the container and configured to be rotatable relative to the container and to the cabinet, and to open and close the opening in the container; anda fastening device provided on the door and configured to selectively couple and release the door to and from the container,wherein the container comprises a frame cover and a first frame and a second frame provided inside the frame cover,wherein the first frame comprises horizontal portions respectively forming an upper side and a lower side of the first frame and vertical portions provided perpendicular to the horizontal portions and respectively forming a left side and a right side of the first frame,wherein the second frame is coupled to one of the horizontal portions of the first frame and to one of the vertical portions of the first frame to be in surface contact with the one of the horizontal portions and with the one of the vertical portions.83. The ...

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Номер записи: 38
10-01-2019 дата публикации

DOMESTIC APPLIANCE DEVICE

Номер: US20190011178A1
Автор: KESSLER ANDREAS, KLEINLEIN PHILIPP, Sachon Robert, STAUD RALPH, TISCHER THOMAS
Принадлежит: BSH HAUSGERAETE GMBH

A domestic appliance device, in particular a domestic refrigerator device, includes at least one storage unit and at least one holding unit that is provided to hold the storage unit in at least one operating state in which the storage unit is located completely in an appliance body. The aim of the invention is to advantageously hold storage units of a domestic appliance. This is achieved in that the holding unit is provided at most in an edge region of the storage unit in the operating state in order to hold the storage unit. The extension of the edge region in at least one direction perpendicular to a direction of a torque that occurs during holding corresponds maximally or at most to 30% of the extension of the storage unit along that direction. A method for holding a storage unit is also provided. 115-. (canceled)16. A domestic appliance device or domestic refrigeration appliance device , comprising:an appliance body;at least one storage unit having an extension and having an edge region with an extension;at least one holding unit holding said at least one storage unit at most in said edge region and entirety within said appliance body in at least one operating state;said holding of said at least one storage unit by said at least one holding unit resulting in a torque defining a direction of said torque; andsaid extension of said edge region corresponding in at least one direction perpendicular to said direction of said torque to at most 30% of said extension of said at least one storage unit along said at least one direction perpendicular to said direction of said torque.17. The domestic appliance device according to claim 16 , wherein said at least one holding unit is disposed in said appliance body.18. The domestic appliance device according to claim 17 , wherein said appliance body has a rear region claim 17 , and said at least one holding unit is disposed in said rear region.19. The domestic appliance device according to claim 16 , wherein said at least one ...

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Номер записи: 39
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Refrigerator with noise reduction

Номер: US20210010737A1
Автор: Pieter Dirk Berkhout
Принадлежит: Thetford BV

A refrigerator has a cabinet, at least one door and a plurality of refrigeration components. The cabinet defines an interior volume including at least one cooling compartment. The at least one door is carried by the cabinet and provides access to the interior volume. The plurality of refrigeration components includes a compressor, a condenser and a fan. The refrigerator additionally includes a component subassembly incorporating the plurality of refrigeration components and an airflow path extending between an inlet for colder air and an outlet for warmer air. The refrigeration components are located along the airflow path. The refrigerator further includes a noise reduction arrangement for reducing an operating noise of the refrigerator. The noise reduction arrangement including a plurality of walls defining the airflow path. The walls include a noise absorbing material. The plurality of walls includes a plurality of external walls and a plurality of internal walls. The plurality of external walls defines an outer perimeter of the component subassembly and are oriented generally orthogonal to one another. The internal walls of the plurality of internal walls may be skewed relative to the external walls of the plurality of external walls. At least some of the walls of the plurality walls may be load-bearing walls.

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Номер записи: 40
14-01-2021 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20210010745A1
Автор: Seonwoo CHOI
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator may include a cabinet, a drawer, a driving part, a cable tray, and a rack gear assembly. Connecting members of the cable tray may be maintained in an anti-sagging state by a tray guide part, so that friction noise generated during moving of the cable tray is prevented and interference with the cable tray during moving of the drawer is prevented.

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Номер записи: 41
14-01-2021 дата публикации

DOOR ALARM SYSTEM AND REFRIGERATION DEVICE

Номер: US20210010750A1
Автор: Favila Angel, Shivam Puneet
Принадлежит:

Door alarm systems, methods, and apparatus are disclosed. A door alarm system may monitor a door of a refrigeration device and detect a failed attempt at closing the door. In response to detecting the failed attempt, the door alarm system may generate a notification of the detected, failed attempt so that remedial action may be taken.

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Номер записи: 42
09-01-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200011586A1
Автор: An Seongwoo, KIM Yongnam, NO Yanghwan, OH Minkyu
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A refrigerator includes a thermoelectric element module disposed at a wall of a storing chamber and includes a heat-absorbing sink and a heat-dissipating sink; a supply duct disposed at an inner case to discharge cold air, which has exchanged heat in the heat-absorbing sink, to a storing chamber; and a cold air accumulation agent disposed in the supply duct and cooled by the cold air flowing through the supply duct. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet including an inner case forming a storing chamber, an outer case surrounding the inner case and a cabinet insulator disposed between the inner case and the outer case;a door provided at the cabinet, the door to open the storing chamber;a thermoelectric element module provided at a wall of the storing chamber and including a heat-absorbing sink and a heat-dissipating sink;a supply duct provided at the inner case, the supply duct to discharge cold air heat-exchanged in the heat-absorbing sink to the storing chamber;a cold air circulation fan provided at a side of the heat-absorbing sink, the cold air circulation fan to blow the cold air in the storing chamber towards the heat-absorbing sink; anda cold air accumulation agent provided in the supply duct, the cold air accumulation agent to be cooled by the cold air flowing through the supply duct.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the supply duct includes:a first supply duct disposed on a rear wall of the storing chamber and having a first discharge hole for discharging the cold air to the storing chamber;a second supply duct extending forward from an upper portion of the first supply duct and having the cold air accumulation agent therein; anda second discharge hole formed at a front of the second supply duct to discharge the cold air towards the door.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the supply duct includes:a first supply duct disposed on a rear wall of the storing chamber and having a first discharge hole for discharging the cold air to the storing ...

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Номер записи: 43
09-01-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200011589A1
Автор: YI Myeongha
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator includes a body defining a storage compartment therein, a first door hingedly provided at the body so as to open and close the storage compartment, the first door including a door frame having a hinge hole formed therein, and a second door hingedly provided at the first door by means of a hinge, the second door including a lateral side surface, the lateral side surface being at least partially fitted into the door frame, wherein the hinge includes a hinge shaft disposed in the first door so as to define a rotational center of the second door, a hinge bracket coupled to the second door, and an indented member provided between the hinge shaft and the hinge bracket, the indented member being moved through the hinge hole so as to allow the entire second door to escape from the door frame when the second door is opened. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a body defining a storage compartment therein;a first door coupled to the body so as to open or close the storage compartment, the first door including a door frame having an opening; anda second door configured to be rotatably coupled to the first door by a hinge so as to open or close the opening, the second door including one or more panels that are positioned in opening when the second door closes the opening, a hinge shaft received in the first door so as to define a rotational axis of the second door;', 'a horizontal wall to which the hinge shaft is connected;', 'a vertical wall extended from the horizontal wall in a first direction; and', 'a hinge bracket extended from the vertical wall in a second direction that crosses the first direction and is coupled to the second door., 'wherein the hinge includes2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the door frame further includes internal surfaces to receive the second door claim 1 , andwherein the opening of the door frame is provided between the internal surfaces and the storage compartment.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein the ...

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Номер записи: 44
03-02-2022 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20220034576A1
Автор: Choi Minseok, GU Yang-Yeol, KIM Ae-ryun, KIM Byoungmok, KIM Dongyeong, LEE Chomin, Lee Donghyun, LEE Jaemin, LEE Jeonghyun, LEE Oungu, LEE Seonju, SHIN Yountae
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator including: a main body forming a storage compartment and a door provided to open and close the storage compartment, wherein the door includes a door frame, a cover arranged in front of the door frame and including a cover fixer, and a door panel arranged in front of the cover, the door panel including a first fixer and a second fixer on a rear surface of the door panel. When the door panel is coupled to a front side of the cover, the first fixer is coupled to the door frame and the second fixer is coupled to the cover. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having a storage chamber; and [ an upper door cap including a cap hole, an opening at a front portion of the upper door cap, and an open portion on an upper side of the upper door cap,', 'a cover forming a front surface of the door body, and', 'chassis forming opposite side surfaces of the door body,, 'a door body including, a panel body, and', 'a fixer on a rear surface of the panel body, and including a protrusion having a fixing hole,, 'a door panel detachably mountable on the door body, the door panel including, 'a fastening member, and', 'a cap cover mountable on the upper door cap,', the rear surface of the panel body faces the cover,', 'the protrusion protrudes rearward into the opening and is accommodated in the upper door cap so that the fixing hole and the cap hole are vertically aligned with each other,', 'the fastening member is accommodated in the upper door cap through the open portion and extends into the fixing hole and the cap hole, and', 'the cap cover covers the open portion., 'wherein the door body, the door panel, the fastening member and the cap cover are configured so that, when the door panel is mounted on the door body,'}], 'a door to open and close the storage chamber, the door including2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the door panel is mounted on the door body claim 1 , a portion of the upper door cap protrudes forward further than the opening to ...

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Номер записи: 45
03-02-2022 дата публикации

Multi-joint link hinge and refrigerator including the same

Номер: US20220034577A1
Автор: Changseok Oh, Chunho BYUN
Принадлежит: Eptech Co Ltd, LG ELECTRONICS INC

A multi-joint link hinge includes a hinge bracket, a plurality of links axially coupled to the hinge bracket, and a door bracket coupled to the plurality of links. The hinge bracket includes a base portion that defines a plurality of screw coupling holes at a vertical surface thereof, a plurality of side portions that extend from the base portion in a horizontal direction and are spaced apart from each other in a vertical direction, and a side surface portion that extends from the base portion in the vertical direction and defines a fixing groove. The plurality of links are coupled between the plurality of side portions along an axis that extends in the vertical direction. The multi-joint link hinge is used for a home appliance including refrigerators.

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Номер записи: 46
03-02-2022 дата публикации

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

Номер: US20220034578A1
Автор: BYUN Chunho, JUNG Sanggyu, LEE Geonhee, PARK Wangi, SEO Junwon, SHIN Hojin
Принадлежит:

Disclosed is an electronic device in which a multi joint hinge, which couples a door of the electronic device, is applied. The electronic device includes a main body having a storage space therein, a door configured to open and close the storage space, and a hinge coupled to the door and the main body in order to rotate the door with respect to the main body. The hinge includes a first bracket supported by the main body, a second bracket supported by the door, a link rotatably coupled between the first bracket and the second bracket, a resilient member provided on the link and having an elasticity; a cam provided on the second bracket and formed in a shape to contact with the resilient member, so that according to a rotation direction of the door, the elasticity of the resilient member acts as an opening force or a closing force of the door, and a cam stopper integrally formed with the second bracket to prevent the cam from being moved by the elasticity of the resilient member. 1. An electronic device comprising:a main body having a storage space therein;a door configured to open and close the storage space; anda hinge coupled to the door and the main body in order to rotate the door with respect to the main body, a first bracket supported by the main body;', 'a second bracket supported by the door;', 'a link rotatably coupled between the first bracket and the second bracket;', 'a resilient member provided on the link and having an elasticity;', 'a cam provided on the second bracket and formed in a shape to contact the resilient member, so that according to a rotation direction of the door, the elasticity of the resilient member acts as an opening force or a closing force of the door; and', 'a cam stopper integrally formed with the second bracket to prevent the cam from being moved by the elasticity of the resilient member., 'wherein the hinge comprises2. The electronic device according to claim 1 , wherein the cam is formed in a shape of a triangular column.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 47
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: 48
17-01-2019 дата публикации

Door ajar detection system

Номер: US20190017742A1
Автор: Andrew M. Tenbarge, Michael S. Richards, Ryan M. Post
Принадлежит: Whirlpool Corp

A door ajar detection system is provided. The door ajar detection system may be incorporated in a refrigerator to provide a warning when a door is left in an open position, or to prevent a false door-closed detection. The system utilizes like magnetic poles of magnets positioned opposite to each other to push one or more doors in a refrigerator into a full open position such that a door ajar detection assembly may provide an accurate reading. A latch assembly may be provided to hold the one or more doors in a closed position against the force of the like magnetic poles.

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Номер записи: 49
16-01-2020 дата публикации

Method and Apparatus for Sealing French Doors for a Freezer Compartment

Номер: US20200018539A1
Автор: Scalf Eric
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An appliance having at least a freezer compartment. The appliance may include a pair of freezer doors accessing the freezer compartment. The freezer compartment may include one or more freezer shelves. A mullion may include a movable portion and a fixed portion for sealing the pair of freezer doors. 1. An appliance having a freezer compartment comprising:a housing having the freezer compartment and defining an opening into the freezer compartment;a pair of freezer doors rotatably attached adjacent the opening into the freezer compartment to the housing, each freezer door of the pair of freezer doors having an open position and a closed position to allow access to the freezer compartment;one or more freezer shelves slidably mounted within the freezer compartment, wherein the one or more freezer shelves is disposed within the freezer compartment when the one or more freezer shelves is in a closed position, and is at least partially disposed outside the freezer compartment when the one or more freezer shelves is in an open position and each of the freezer doors is in the open position;a mullion separating the opening into a pair of openings, wherein the mullion includes a fixed portion and a movable portion combining to provide a sealing surface for receipt of the pair of freezer doors;wherein the movable portion of the mullion is positionable relative to the fixed portion of the mullion between a sealed position and an unsealed position different from the sealed position, wherein when the one or more freezer shelves is in the closed position the movable portion is in the sealed position and the pair of freezer doors sealingly engage the sealing surface of the combined fixed portion and the movable portion of the mullion, and wherein when the one or more shelves is in the open position the movable portion is in the unsealed position; andwherein the one or more freezer shelves pivots the movable portion of the mullion at least from the sealed position.2. The appliance ...

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Номер записи: 50
21-01-2021 дата публикации

Refrigerator and control method therefor

Номер: US20210018259A1
Автор: Chang Won Kim, Kwang Hyun Choi
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

The present disclosure relates to a refrigerator and a control method therefor. A refrigerator may include: a cabinet; a drawer provided to move in and out of the lower storage space and opening and closing the lower storage space; a lifting unit provided inside the drawer and elevated up and down; an opening/closing motor providing power for opening and closing the drawer; a lifting motor connected to the lifting unit and providing power for elevating the lifting unit; and a controller to reopen the drawer when the closing of the drawer is detected while the lifting unit is being elevated or the elevation of the lifting unit is completed.

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Номер записи: 51
21-01-2021 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR HAVING SLIDE RAIL CABLING MECHANISM

Номер: US20210018260A1
Автор: CHENG XUELI, FEI BIN, LI DENGQIANG, XU YIHAO
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator having a slide rail cabling mechanism comprises a compartment provided with a front-facing opening and a drawer-type door. The compartment has a bottom wall, a rear wall, and two sidewalls. An electrical component is provided on the drawer-type door. The slide rail cabling mechanism comprises a cable for powering the electrical component, a first cabling box, and a second cabling box. A first receiving portion and a second receiving portion located below a drawer box are formed in the first cabling box. The cable has a fixed section fixed in the first receiving portion and a movable section extending from the fixed section to the second cabling box. The second receiving portion is used to receive part of the movable section. The second cabling box is formed with a fixed receiving section extending in the front-rear direction. 1. A refrigerator having a slide rail cabling mechanism , comprising a compartment opened forward and a drawer-type door which is movable back and forth to open or close the compartment , the compartment having a bottom wall , a rear wall and two sidewalls , the drawer-type door being provided with an electrical component , a support frame movably mounted on the sidewall in a front-rear direction being further disposed on a rear side of the drawer-type door , the support frame being used to support a drawer box , wherein the slide rail cabling mechanism comprises a cable for powering the electrical component , a first cabling box fixed on an inner side of the compartment and a second cabling box fixed on the support frame; the first cabling box is formed with a first receiving portion and a second receiving portion below the drawer box , the cable having a fixed section fixed in the first receiving portion and a movable section extending from the fixed section towards the second cabling box , the second receiving portion being used to receive part of the movable section; the second cabling box is formed with a fixed receiving ...

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Номер записи: 52
22-01-2015 дата публикации

TRAVELING HARNESS SYSTEM

Номер: US20150022072A1
Автор: HALTMEYER Ronald E., Martin Dean A., REMOR Jose Paulo, SANCHEZ Guadalupe Antonio
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A traveling harness system is provided for an appliance to maintain electrical connections between the appliance and a drawer, while allowing the drawer to move. Wiring harness guides formed in the drawer force the wiring harness to maintain a predictable and desirable loop radius to reduce stress on the wiring harness, which prevents the wiring harness from prematurely wearing. 1. An appliance comprising:a cabinet;a drawer movable between an open position and a closed position;a wiring harness between the drawer and a wall of the cabinet;a first wiring harness guide coupled to the drawer, the first wiring harness guide being configured to orient the wiring harness at a desired angle, relative to the drawer; anda second wiring harness guide coupled to the cabinet to guide the wiring harness to a desired geometry when the drawer is moved.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the appliance is a refrigerator.3. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the first harness guide is configured to orient the wiring harness at an angle directed away from the wall of the cabinet.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the wiring harness is coupled to a side wall of the cabinet.5. The appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a conduit coupled to the drawer for housing the wiring harness.6. The appliance of claim 5 , wherein the conduit has an angled end that forms the first wiring harness guide.7. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the wiring harness is oriented in a horizontal plane.8. The appliance of claim 1 , further comprising a user interface disposed on the drawer claim 1 , wherein the user interface is electrically connected to the wiring harness.9. An appliance comprising:a cabinet;a drawer movable between an open position and a closed position;a conduit coupled to the drawer and extending generally parallel to a wall of the cabinet;a cable assembly coupled to the cabinet and to the drawer, the cable assembly being routed at least partially through the conduit; anda cable ...

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Номер записи: 53
10-02-2022 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH RETURN AIR INLETS FORMED IN TWO SIDEWALLS OF CABINET

Номер: US20220042734A1
Автор: CAO Dongqiang, Li Wei, Liu Shanshan
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A refrigerator () includes: a cabinet (), in which are defined a cooling chamber () at a lower portion and a first storage compartment and a second storage compartment which are spaced side by side above the cooling chamber (); and an evaporator, arranged in the cooling chamber () and configured to cool an airflow entering the cooling chamber () to form a cooled airflow. At least one first return air inlet communicated with the cooling chamber () is formed in a left sidewall of the first storage compartment such that a return airflow of the first storage compartment enters the cooling chamber () to be cooled via the first return air inlet. At least one second return air inlet communicated with the cooling chamber () is formed in a right sidewall of the second storage compartment such that a return airflow of the second storage compartment enters the cooling chamber () to be cooled via the second return air inlet. The available compartment volume of the refrigerator is increased, and the return air inlets communicated with the cooling chamber () are formed in left and right sidewalls of the cabinet respectively. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet, in which are defined a cooling chamber at a lower portion and a first storage compartment and a second storage compartment which are spaced side by side above the cooling chamber; andan evaporator, arranged in the cooling chamber and configured to cool an airflow entering the cooling chamber to form a cooled airflow, whereinat least one first return air inlet communicated with the cooling chamber is formed in a left sidewall of the first storage compartment such that a return airflow of the first storage compartment enters the cooling chamber to be cooled via the first return air inlet; andat least one second return air inlet communicated with the cooling chamber is formed in a right sidewall of the second storage compartment such that a return airflow of the second storage compartment enters the cooling chamber to be ...

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Номер записи: 54
24-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20190024964A1
Автор: GWON Seongwon, KIM Hyunbum
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The present invention provides a refrigerator comprising: a cabinet provided with a storage chamber; an inner case that forms the exterior of the storage chamber; a first door rotatably installed on the cabinet so as to open/close one side of the storage chamber; a second door having a pillar that rotates such that the same can contact the first door, the second door being rotatably installed on the cabinet so as to open/close the other side of the storage chamber; and a transfer member provided inside the inner case so as to sense rotation of the second door and to guide rotation of the pillar, wherein the transfer member comprises an up/down movement guide portion that moves downward, when the pillar approaches, and contacts the pillar while the pillar remains unfolded. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet;an inner case that is located inside of the cabinet and that defines a storage compartment;a first door rotatably coupled to the cabinet and configured to open and close a first side of the storage compartment; 'the second door comprising a pillar that is configured to rotate between a folded state and an unfolded state relative to the second door and that is configured to contact the first door, based on the first and second doors being closed and the pillar being oriented in the unfolded state; and', 'a second door rotatably coupled to the cabinet and configured to open and close a second side of the storage compartment,'}a transmission unit that is located in the inner case, that is configured to sense rotation of the second door, and that is configured to guide rotation of the pillar,wherein the pillar is spaced apart from a top wall of the inner case and a bottom wall of the inner case without contacting the inner case in a state in which the second door closes the second side of the storage compartment, andwherein the transmission unit comprises a lifting guide unit that is configured to, based on the pillar approaching the lifting guide unit, move down ...

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Номер записи: 55
24-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20190024967A1
Автор: GWON Seongwon, KIM Hyunbum, LEE Heejun
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC.

The present invention provides a refrigerator comprising: a cabinet having a storage chamber; an inner case that forms the exterior of the storage chamber; a first door rotatably installed on the cabinet so as to expose/cover one side of the storage chamber; a second door having a pillar that rotates such that the same can contact the first door, the second door being rotatably installed on the cabinet so as to expose/cover the other side of the storage chamber; and a transfer member provided on the inner case so as to sense the rotation of the first door and to guide the rotation of the pillar. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet;an inner case that is located inside of the cabinet and that defines a storage chamber;a first door rotatably coupled to the cabinet and configured to open and close a first side of the storage chamber;a second door rotatably coupled to the cabinet and configured to open and close a second side of the storage chamber, the second door comprising a pillar that is configured to rotate relative to the second door and that is configured to, based on rotation of pillar relative to the second door, contact the first door in a state in which the first and second doors are closed;a transmission member that is located at the inner case, that is configured to detect rotation of the first door relative to the cabinet, and that is configured to guide rotation of the pillar relative to the second door based on detection of rotation of the first door relative to the cabinet;a pillar magnetic portion located at an upper area of the pillar;a transmission member magnetic portion located at the transmission member and configured to generate magnetic force that interferes with the pillar magnetic portion; anda first door magnetic portion located at an upper area of the first door and configured to operate the transmission member.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the transmission member is configured to:guide the pillar to rotate from an unfolded ...

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Номер записи: 56
28-01-2021 дата публикации

DROP-STITCH INFLATABLE UNIT

Номер: US20210024276A1
Автор: Bradley Todd
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An article of manufacture, comprising an inflatable unit having at least a portion with a drop-stitch construction is provided. The inflatable unit may comprise a first inflatable drop-stitch chamber defining a bottom wall, a second inflatable drop-stitch chamber defining a plurality of side walls, and a third inflatable drop-stitch chamber defining a lid of the inflatable unit. 1. An article of manufacture , comprising:a first pair of sides extending from a bottom portion;a plurality of foldable sections extending through a second pair of sides, the foldable sections enabling an angular position, with respect to the bottom portion, of each of the sides in the first pair of sides to be adjusted; andan inflation valve connected to an inflation chamber positioned between an interior storage compartment and an external layer, the inflation chamber positioned in one or more sides in the first pair of sides and the second pair of sides, wherein the article of manufacture only partially comprises drop-stitch construction and multiple sides have a common inflation chamber.2. The article of manufacture of claim 1 , where the article is a shipping container.3. The article of manufacture of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of foldable sections enable the first pair of sides to be arranged in an expanded configuration and a condensed configuration claim 1 , in the expanded configuration distal ends of a first and second side in the first pair of sides are further away from the bottom portion when compared to distal ends of the first and second sides in the first pair of sides in the condensed configuration claim 1 , and where claim 1 , when the first pair of sides is in the expanded configuration claim 1 , a first and a second foldable section included in the plurality of foldable sections and positioned in one of the sides in the second pair of sides extend towards one another.4. The article of manufacture of claim 3 , where claim 3 , when the first pair of sides is in the ...

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Номер записи: 57
23-01-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATION DEVICE

Номер: US20200024880A1
Автор: Liu Qinchao, Lv Ping, RAAB Alfred, Zhang Chuan
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A refrigeration device has a first door with an opening and a second door for closing the opening in the first door. A first hinge member has a first connection portion fixed on a main body of the refrigeration device and a first hinged portion connected to the first door. A second hinge member has a second connection portion fixed on the first door and a second hinged portion connected to the second door. The second hinge member includes a columnar portion that is hinged to the first hinged portion. One of the columnar portion and the first hinged portion has a first shaft hole, and the other one has a first hinge shaft that extends into the first shaft hole. The novel device prevents a door body of the refrigeration device from being damaged at a hinged position and the reliability of the refrigeration device is improved. 1. A refrigeration device , comprising:a main body;a first door pivotably mounted on a front side of the main body, the first door having an opening;a second door pivotably mounted on a front side of the first door and configured to selectively open and close the opening;a first hinge member having a first connection portion that is fixed on the main body and a first hinged portion that is connected to the first door; anda second hinge member having a second connection portion that is fixed on the first door, a second hinged portion that is connected to the second door, and a columnar portion that is hinged to the first hinged portion, and wherein one of the columnar portion and the first hinged portion is formed with a first shaft hole, and the other of the columnar portion and the first hinged portion includes a first hinge shaft that extends into the first shaft hole.2. The refrigeration device according to claim 1 , wherein the columnar portion has the first shaft hole claim 1 , the first shaft hole is located in the first door claim 1 , and the first hinged portion comprises the first hinge shaft and extends into the columnar portion.3. The ...

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Номер записи: 58
23-01-2020 дата публикации

FOLDABLE DOOR FOR REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200025437A1
Автор: PARK Cheol Hwan
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A foldable door for a refrigerator appliance comprises: a first door hingedly connected to one end of a refrigerator body and configured to open and close one open surface of the refrigerator body; a second door foldably connected to the first door so as to open and close the other open surface of the refrigerator body; and a locking unit configured to selectively fold or affix the first door with respect to the second door. A fixing unit is configured to fix the locking unit against movement thereof, wherein the fixing unit comprises: a fixing portion disposed on the reinforcing bar; and an electromagnetic portion configured to generate an electromagnetic attraction force acting on the fixing portion when electric power is applied to the electromagnetic portion. 1. A foldable door for a refrigerator , the foldable door comprising:a first door hingedly connected to one end of a refrigerator body and configured to open and close a first open surface of the refrigerator body;a second door foldably connected to the first door and configured to open and close a second open surface of the refrigerator body; anda locking unit configured to selectively fold and affix the second door with respect to the first door.2. The foldable door of claim 1 , further comprising:a sealing gasket disposed in one of: the first door; and the second door, and configured to cover a folding region between the first door and the second door when an open surface of the refrigerator body is closed by the first door and the second door.3. The foldable door of claim 1 , wherein the locking unit comprises:a locking groove disposed on the first door;a reinforcing bar slidably mounted on the second door and configured to be inserted into the locking groove; anda switch configured to press and move the reinforcing bar to allow the reinforcing bar to be inserted into the locking groove.4. The foldable door of claim 3 , wherein the locking unit further comprises an elastic member mounted in the locking ...

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Номер записи: 59
23-01-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATION DEVICE

Номер: US20200025438A1
Автор: Liu Qinchao, Lv Ping, Zhang Chuan
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A refrigeration device has a main body, a first door with an opening, and a second door for opening and closing the opening. A first hinge member connects the first door to the main body and a second hinge member that is fixed on the first door including a second door hinge shaft connected to the second door. A first stop portion is fixed on a lower side of the second hinge member and is matched to a first limiting portion of the first hinge member. When the first door rotates to a first preset angle, the first stop portion abuts against the first limiting portion. A stop function is integrated on a hinge of a door body of the refrigeration device, thus reducing a quantity of parts of the refrigeration device and assembly complexity, and improving assembly precision and efficiency of the refrigeration device. 1. A refrigeration device , comprising:a main body;a first door pivotably mounted on a front side of the main body, the first door having an opening;a second door, pivotably mounted on a front side of the first door and configured to selectively open and close the opening;a first hinge member for pivotably connecting the first door to the main body;a second hinge member fixed to the first door, the second hinge member including a second door hinge shaft connected to the second door; anda first stop portion fixed on a lower side of the second hinge member, said first hinge member having a first limiting portion, the first stop portion being matched with the first limiting portion, and wherein, when the first door rotates to a first preset angle, the first stop portion abuts against the first limiting portion.2. The refrigeration device according to claim 1 , wherein the second hinge member further comprises a first door installation portion fixed on the first door claim 1 , and the first stop portion is located below the first door installation portion.3. The refrigeration device according to claim 1 , wherein the first stop portion is integrally formed on the ...

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Номер записи: 60
23-01-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR WITH INCREASED STABILITY

Номер: US20200025441A1
Автор: JI Yeong Geol
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A refrigerator includes a main body including a storage compartment; a drawer-type door movable in a forward/backward direction of the main body; a storage box connected to the drawer-type door and moving in the forward/backward direction of the main body; and a supporting unit provided below the drawer-type door. The supporting unit includes a detecting member provided at the main body and/or the drawer-type door and configured to detect whether or not the drawer-type door is pulled out from the main body, one or more wheel members connected to a lower part of the drawer-type body and configured to assist the forward/backward movement of the drawer-type door and support the drawer-type door, and an elevation unit connected to the wheel members and configured to selectively raise and lower the wheel members depending on pulled out or insertion state of the drawer-type door which state is detected by the detection unit. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a main body comprising a storage compartment; a drawer-type door movable in a forward/backward direction of the main body;a storage box connected to the drawer-type door and moveable in the forward/backward direction of the main body; anda supporting unit disposed below the drawer-type door,wherein the supporting unit comprises:a detecting member disposed at least one of the main body and the drawer-type door and configured to detect if drawer-type door is pulled out from the main body;one or more wheel members connected to a lower part of the drawer-type door and configured to facilitate the forward/backward movement of the drawer-type door and support the drawer-type door; andan elevation unit connected to the one or more wheel members and configured to selectively raise and lower the one or more wheel members depending a pulled out or inserted state of the drawer-type door wherein the state is detected by the detecting member.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the supporting unit further comprises: a restraint ...

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Номер записи: 61
28-01-2021 дата публикации

FREEZER WITH RELEASABLE DOOR HINGES

Номер: US20210025207A1
Автор: Nuss Bart Andrew
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A freezer appliance includes a cabinet defining a food storage chamber. A door is positioned on the cabinet and is movable between a closed position and an open position. The door is rotatably and releasably coupled to the cabinet by a hinge. The hinge includes a first hinge arm fixed to one of the door or the cabinet, a second hinge arm pivotably joined with the first hinge arm, and a carrier fixed to the other of the door or the cabinet. The second hinge arm is releasably received in the carrier, such that the door is detachable from the cabinet. 1. A freezer appliance defining a vertical direction , a lateral direction , and a transverse direction , the vertical , lateral , and transverse directions being mutually perpendicular , the freezer appliance comprising:a cabinet defining a food storage chamber, the food storage chamber comprising a top portion, the top portion of the food storage chamber defining an opening for receipt of food items;a door positioned at the top portion of the food storage chamber and movable between a closed position and an open position to selectively sealingly enclose the food storage chamber in the closed position and provide access to the food storage chamber in the open position; and a first hinge arm fixed to one of the door or the cabinet;', 'a second hinge arm pivotably joined with the first hinge arm; and', 'a carrier fixed to the other of the door or the cabinet, the second hinge arm releasably received in the carrier, whereby the door is detachable from the cabinet., 'a hinge rotatably coupling the door to the cabinet, the hinge comprising2. The freezer appliance of claim 1 , wherein the first hinge arm is fixed to the door and the carrier is fixed to the cabinet.3. The freezer appliance of claim 1 , wherein the carrier comprises a front wall fixed to the other of the door or the cabinet claim 1 , a rear wall opposite the front wall claim 1 , a first side wall extending between the front wall and the rear wall claim 1 , a ...

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Номер записи: 62
02-02-2017 дата публикации

ATTACHMENT ARRANGEMENT FOR VACUUM INSULATED DOOR

Номер: US20170030629A1
Автор: Allard Paul B., Deka Lakshya, Naik Abhay, VISIN JERRY M.
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A refrigerator includes an insulated cabinet structure and a cooling system. A door assembly includes a perimeter structure that is movably mounted to the insulated cabinet structure and an outer door that is movably mounted to the perimeter structure whereby the outer door can be moved between open and closed positions relative to the perimeter structure when the perimeter structure is in its closed position The outer door may comprise a vacuum insulated structure including porous core material disposed in a cavity of the outer door. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:an insulated cabinet structure defining a refrigerated interior space having an access opening that permits user access to the refrigerated interior space;a cooling system that is configured to cool the refrigerated interior space;a door assembly that selectively closes off at least a portion of the access opening, wherein a portion of the door assembly includes inner and outer layers that are spaced apart to define an airtight cavity, and wherein the airtight cavity defines a vacuum, and at least one projection that is secured to the outer layer without penetrating the airtight cavity, the door assembly further including a handle secured to the at least one projection.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein:the projection extends outwardly away from the outer layer of the door, and includes an enlarged end portion.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein:the projection defines an axis that is transverse to the outer layer, a tapered surface portion that extends away from the axis to form the enlarged end portion.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein:the tapered surface portion is substantially conical in shape.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein:the outer layer of the door comprises metal;at least a portion of the projection is metal;the projection is welded to the outer layer such that the projection and the outer layer are joined by a continuous metal region.6. The refrigerator of claim 1 , ...

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Номер записи: 63
01-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20180031302A1
Автор: KIM Po Cheon, Park Wan Su
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator includes a main body on which a hinge for rotatably supporting the door is mounted, a base frame mounted on the main body and having a first hinge accommodating portion formed at one end portion and a second hinge accommodating portion formed at the other end portion that is opposite to the one end portion, a hinge cover mounted on one of the first hinge accommodating portion and the second hinge accommodating portion, and configured to cover the hinge, and a cover frame configured to be coupled with the base frame by sliding in a first direction or by sliding in a second direction that is opposite to the first direction. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body;a storage compartment formed in the main body;a door to open and close the storage compartment to store food;a hinge mounted to the main body to rotatably supporting the door;a base frame mounted to the main body, and the base frame having a first hinge accommodating portion formed at one end portion thereof and a second hinge accommodating portion formed at the other end portion thereof that is opposite to the one end portion to accommodate the hinge;a hinge cover mounted to one of the first hinge accommodating portion and the second hinge accommodating portion, and the hinge cover configured to cover the hinge accommodated in the one of the first hinge accommodating portion and the second hinge accommodation portion; anda cover frame configured to be coupled with the base frame by sliding in a first direction or by sliding in a second direction that is opposite to the first direction.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the cover frame is coupled with the base frame by sliding in the first direction when the hinge cover is mounted to the first hinge accommodating portion claim 1 , and the cover frame is coupled with the base frame by sliding in the second direction when the hinge cover is mounted to the second hinge accommodating portion.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , whereinthe first ...

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Номер записи: 64
01-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD OF FABRICATING INNER DOOR THEREOF

Номер: US20180031303A1
Автор: Kim Byoung Mok, LEE Jae Hyun, SEO Yong Man, Song Young Jae
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

A refrigerator includes a storage compartment, an inner door including an opening having a size corresponding to the size of the storage compartment, a plurality of door guards disposed in the opening, and an outer door that opens or closes the opening, wherein the inner door includes inner sidewalls that are disposed at both sides of the opening and are flat from an inlet of the opening to an outlet of the opening without any curve. 1a body;a storage compartment formed in the body;an inner door comprising an opening corresponding to the storage compartment, an inner plate, an outer plate in which a foaming space between the outer plate and the inner plate is formed, and a heat insulating material that foams in the foaming space, the inner door rotatably combined with the body;a plurality of door guards disposed in the opening; andan outer door rotatably combined with the body so as to open or close the opening,wherein the inner plate comprises a plurality of inner sidewalls that constitute the opening and support the plurality of door guards,the plurality of inner sidewalls are flat from an inlet of the opening to an outlet of the opening and a distance between the plurality of inner sidewalls is uniform from the inlet of the opening to the outlet of the opening, andthe inner plate is integrally injection-molded.. A refrigerator comprising: This application is a continuation of U.S. patent application Ser. No. 14/073,066, filed Nov. 6, 2013, which claims the priority benefit of Korean Patent Application No. 10-2012-0126892, filed on Nov. 9, 2012 in the Korean Intellectual Property Office, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference.The following description relates to a refrigerator including an inner door having an opening, door guards disposed in the opening, and an outer door that opens or closes the opening.In general, a refrigerator is a home appliance that keeps food fresh for a long term by including a storage compartment to store food and a ...

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Номер записи: 65
01-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20180031308A1
Автор: Choi Seungjin, KIM Hanhyo, PARK Yoomin, Yang Changwoan
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A refrigerator of the present invention comprises: a cabinet including a storage chamber which has an opening formed on the front side thereof; a door pivotally connected to the cabinet so as to open and close the opening; a drawer disposed inside the storage chamber so as to receive stored goods; a drawer guide for supporting the drawer, and guiding the drawer such that the drawer can be moved forward and backward; a base part disposed below the drawer; a withdrawal mechanism including a rear frame which extends rearward of the drawer from the base part so as to push the drawer forward when the base part is moved forward; a link having a front end connected to the door at a point, which is positioned at a predetermined distance from the axis of rotation of the door with respect to the cabinet, so as to form a first rotary joint, and having a rear end connected to the base part so as to form a second rotary joint; and a pair of withdrawal mechanism guides disposed. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet having a storage compartment therein, the storage compartment being provided in a front surface thereof with an opening;a door hinged to the cabinet for opening and closing at least a portion of the opening;a drawer disposed in the storage compartment for storing goods;a drawer guide for supporting the drawer and guiding the drawer so as to be movable in a forward-rearward direction;a withdrawal mechanism comprising a base part disposed at a lower side of the drawer and a rear frame extending from the base part toward a rear of the drawer for pushing the drawer forward when the base part is moved forward;a link having a front end connected to the door at a position spaced apart from a turning axis of the door with respect to the cabinet by a predetermined distance so as to constitute a first turning joint and a rear end connected to the base part so as to constitute a second turning joint; anda pair of withdrawal mechanism guides disposed so as to be spaced apart ...

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Номер записи: 66
17-02-2022 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20220049892A1
Автор: LIM Hyunae, LIM Jinhan
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator includes: a cabinet defining a storage space, a door configured to open and close the storage space, and a step difference adjustment member disposed at a rear surface of the door. The step difference adjustment member comprises (i) a stopper that contacts, based on the door being closed, a front surface of the cabinet and (ii) a mounting portion that defines an accommodation space into which the stopper is inserted, and the stopper is configured to move with respect to the mounting portion to thereby vary a protruding length of the stopper from the mounting portion. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage space;a door configured to open and close the storage space; anda step difference adjustment member disposed at a rear surface of the door,wherein the step difference adjustment member comprises (i) a stopper that contacts, based on the door being closed, a front surface of the cabinet and (ii) a mounting portion that defines an accommodation space into which the stopper is inserted, andwherein the stopper is configured to move with respect to the mounting portion to thereby vary a protruding length of the stopper from the mounting portion.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 ,wherein the mounting portion defines an opening facing toward the rear surface of the door, andwherein the accommodation space into which the stopper inserted is recessed from the opening of the mounting portion.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the mounting portion has different depths recessed from the opening in a left and right direction.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the mounting portion comprises an inclined portion that defines the accommodation space and that is inclined with respect to the opening.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 ,wherein the mounting portion comprises a pair of parallel side surfaces, andwherein a length of a first side surface of the pair of parallel side surfaces is greater than a length of a second side surface of the ...

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Номер записи: 67
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: 68
31-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCES HAVING MULTIPLE FREEZER CHAMBERS

Номер: US20190032984A1
Автор: Platts Lauren Nicole
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator appliance is generally provided herein. The refrigerator appliance may include a cabinet extending along a vertical direction from an upper portion to a lower portion. The cabinet may also extend along a transverse direction from a rear portion to a front portion. The cabinet may define a plurality of operably-independent chilled chambers and, optionally, a modular ice making assembly. 1. A refrigerator appliance defining a vertical direction , a transverse direction , and a lateral direction defining a mutually orthogonal direction system , the refrigerator appliance comprising: a top freezer chamber positioned at the upper portion and accessible through a top freezer opening at the front portion,', 'a fresh food chamber positioned below the top freezer chamber and accessible through a middle fresh food opening at the front portion, and', 'a bottom freezer chamber positioned at the lower portion below the fresh food chamber and accessible through a bottom freezer opening at the front portion; and, 'a cabinet extending along the vertical direction from an upper portion to a lower portion, the cabinet extending along the transverse direction from a rear portion to a front portion, the cabinet defining a plurality of operably-independent chilled chambers, the plurality of operably-independent chilled chambers comprising'} a housing slidably mounted within the top freezer chamber,', 'an icemaker enclosed within the housing, and', 'a cavity door fixed to the housing and selectively movable between a covered position restricting access to the ice storage cavity and an uncovered position permitting access to the ice storage cavity., 'a modular ice making assembly comprising'}2. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , further comprising:a top door rotatably mounted to the cabinet to selectively move between an open position permitting access through the top freezer opening and a closed position restricting access to the top freezer chamber;a middle door ...

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Номер записи: 69
31-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCES AND LOCKING ASSEMBLIES THEREFOR

Номер: US20190032990A1
Автор: Chellappan Bagawathkumar, JUNGE Brent Alden, Wantland Louis A.
Принадлежит:

A refrigerator appliance including a locking assembly is provided herein. The refrigerator appliance may include a cabinet defining a food storage chamber and one or more doors rotatably attached to the cabinet. A door may be movable between an open position distal to the food storage chamber and a closed position proximal to the food storage chamber. The locking assembly may selectively secure the door in the closed position. The locking assembly may include a first magnetic element attached to the cabinet apart from the door, a second magnetic element movably mounted within the door for selective magnetic engagement with the first magnetic element in the closed position, and an articulating arm. The second magnetic element may be movable between a first position and a second position within the door. 110-. (canceled)11. A refrigerator appliance comprising:a cabinet defining a food storage chamber;an inner door rotatably hinged to the cabinet, the inner door being movable between an open position and a closed position to permit selective access to the food storage chamber;an outer door rotatably hinged to the inner door, the outer door being movable between an open position and a closed position; and a first magnetic element mounted within the inner door between an opposing inner surface and outer surface of the inner door,', 'a second magnetic element movably mounted within the outer door between an opposing inner surface and outer surface of the outer door for selective magnetic engagement with the first magnetic element in the closed position of the outer door, the second magnetic element being movable between a first position and a second position within the outer door, and', 'an articulating arm coupled to the outer door in selective operative engagement with the second magnetic element to motivate the second magnetic element between the first position and the second position,', 'wherein a magnetic pull force greater than fifteen pounds and greater than a pull ...

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Номер записи: 70
31-01-2019 дата публикации

Modular box assembly

Номер: US20190032991A1
Автор: Greg Sollie, Jamie Waltermire, Paul Ott
Принадлежит: Pratt Retail Specialties LLC

A modular box assembly includes a box, a box cavity defined within the box, the box defining a top end and a bottom end, the top end defining a box opening to the box cavity, the box includes a side panel extending from the top end to the bottom end; a shoulder attached to the side panel, the shoulder extending inward from the side panel and into the box cavity, the shoulder comprising a first sub-shoulder and a second sub-shoulder, the first sub-shoulder, the second sub-shoulder, and the side panel defining a shoulder channel; and a support bracket comprising a channel tab and a support shelf, the channel tab positioned within the shoulder channel, the channel tab frictionally engaging the first sub-shoulder and the second sub-shoulder to secure the support bracket within the shoulder channel, the support shelf extending into the box cavity.

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Номер записи: 71
31-01-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE HAVING A DISPENSING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20190032992A1
Автор: Platts Lauren Nicole
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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: 72
31-01-2019 дата публикации

Refrigerator and control method thereof

Номер: US20190032994A1
Автор: Kwanghyun Choi
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator includes a cabinet forming a storage space, a main door that opens and closes the storage space while defining an opening part that is in communication with the storage space, a sub-door mounted to the main door and configured to open and close the opening part, the sub-door including a panel assembly for allowing selective viewing of an inside of the opening part, a detection device for detecting an operation of a user, a lighting unit inside the refrigerator that turns on based on user operation to allow selective viewing of the inner side of the opening part, and a display unit inside the refrigerator at a position corresponding to the panel assembly that becomes visible and displays an operation state of the refrigerator when the lighting unit turns on.

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Номер записи: 73
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Compact ice making system for slimline ice compartment

Номер: US20200033040A1
Автор: Alexander GÖRZ, Jorge Carlos Montalvo Sanchez, Nilton Bertolini, Vishal Vekariya
Принадлежит: BSH HAUSGERAETE GMBH, BSH Home Appliances Corp

A refrigerator including a fresh food compartment; a freezer compartment; an ice compartment disposed in the fresh food compartment; an ice maker disposed in the ice compartment, the ice maker including an ice maker tray, a separate fin evaporator, and a cooling tube which is assembled between the ice maker tray and the fin evaporator, such that the cooling tube is in direct contact with the ice maker tray and the fin evaporator; and an ice bucket for storing ice, the ice bucket being disposed in the ice compartment.

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Номер записи: 74
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Cooler with Barrier

Номер: US20200033044A1
Автор: Robertson Ryan, Spoor Clayton
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A system and method for a cooler with a barrier. The cooler has an internal void and a barrier located within said void. The barrier has at least one covered opening. The barrier acts as a physical barrier which prevents air from exiting the cooler. A user can retrieve contents through the covered opening. In this manner, the temperature within the cooler is maintained. 1. A system for a cooler comprising:a cooler comprising an internal void;a barrier located within said internal void;wherein said barrier comprises at least one covered opening.2. The system of further comprising a top claim 1 , wherein said top is located above said barrier.3. The system of wherein said barrier is removeable.4. The system of wherein said barrier comprises a hinge.5. The system of wherein said barrier comprises a hole claim 1 , and wherein said at least one covered opening is located adjacent to said hole.6. The system of wherein said covered opening comprises a pliable material.7. The system of wherein said covered opening comprises a naturally closed position.8. The system of wherein said covered opening comprises a material with at least one slit.9. The system of wherein said barrier comprises two covered openings.10. The system of wherein said barrier comprises an insulating material.11. The system of wherein said barrier comprises a seal along its perimeter.12. The system of further comprising a coupler to secure said at least one covered opening to said barrier.13. The system of wherein said coupler comprises a backing.14. A system for a topper claim 12 , said system comprising:a barrier which comprises at least one covered opening;a coupler coupled to said barrier.15. The system of further comprising a bucket located beneath said topper.16. The system of wherein said topper is circular claim 14 , and wherein said coupler is located on the perimeter of said topper.17. The system of wherein said topper comprises at least five covered openings. The present invention claims ...

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Номер записи: 75
30-01-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200033047A1
Автор: GWON Seongwon, KIM Hyunbum, LEE Heejun, LEE Younseok
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The present invention provides a refrigerator comprising a cabinet having a storage chamber; an inner case forming the exterior of the storage chamber; a first door pivotally provided to the cabinet and opening and closing one side of the storage chamber; a second door having a pillar rotated so as to come into contact with the first door, pivotally provided to the cabinet, and opening and closing the other side of the storage chamber; and a driving member provided at a lower end of the second door so as to move together with the second door, and operating the pillar so as to fold or unfold the pillar, wherein the pillar has a first catching protrusion and a second catching protrusion, which are selectively caught by the driving member. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet;an inner case that is located in the cabinet and that defines a storage chamber;a first door rotatably coupled to the cabinet and configured to open and close a first side of the storage chamber;a second door rotatably coupled to the cabinet and configured to open and close a second side of the storage chamber, the second door comprising a pillar that is configured to rotate relative to the second door and that is configured to contact the first door based on the first and second doors being closed;a first door switch configured to sense whether the first door opens or closes the first side of the storage chamber;a second door switch configured to sense whether the second door opens or closes the second side of the storage chamber; anda driving member configured to rotate the pillar in a direction toward the second door or in a direction away from the second door,wherein the driving member is configured to rotate the pillar based on sensing results of the first door switch and the second door switch.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising a sensor configured to sense rotation of the pillar.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the driving member is configured to claim 2 , based on ...

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Номер записи: 76
30-01-2020 дата публикации

Rotating shelf assembly for a refrigerator appliance

Номер: US20200033051A1
Автор: Bagawathkumar Chellappan, Lauren Nicole Platts, Louis A. Wantland
Принадлежит: Haier US Appliance Solutions Inc

A rotating shelf assembly for an appliance includes a shelf positioned within the appliance and a shelf support bracket for supporting the shelf. A rotating disk is rotatably mounted to the shelf and driven by a drive mechanism, such as an electric motor and gear assembly. The shelf support bracket may be mounted to a vertical support track and may include integrated electrical wiring that electrically couples the electric motor to a power source.

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Номер записи: 77
12-02-2015 дата публикации

Hygienic cooling channel

Номер: US20150040600A1
Автор: Heiko GROETSCH, Marc Horna, Markus HILTSCHER, Mike BECKERT
Принадлежит: HOSOKAWA BEPEX GMBH

The invention relates to a cooling channel ( 100 ) for cooling goods to be chilled, in particular food or pharmaceutical products, comprising a cooling tower ( 10 ) having an inlet end ( 12 ) and an outlet end ( 14 ), a driven conveyor belt ( 32 ), on which the goods to be chilled are arranged such that they can be conveyed through the cooling tower ( 10 ) from the inlet end ( 12 ) to the outlet end ( 14 ), a housing ( 18 ), which surrounds the conveyor belt ( 32 ) and forms a cooling zone in the region of the conveyor belt, a filter unit ( 62 ) for filtering air, a cooling unit ( 42 ) for cooling the cooling zone, and at least one fan ( 74 ), which interacts thermodynamically with the cooling unit ( 42 ) and which is designed to convey cooled air from the cooling unit ( 42 ) to the cooling zone, wherein the cooling unit ( 42 ) and the fan ( 74 ) are arranged in a housing region ( 40 ) that is separate from the cooling zone and sealed off from is the cooling zone, wherein only a fluid connection is provided for conveying the cooled air between the fan ( 74 ) and the cooling zone, and wherein the filter unit ( 62 ) is arranged in front of the cooling unit ( 42 ) with respect to the air flow in order to feed only filtered air to the cooling unit ( 42 ).

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Номер записи: 78
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: 79
09-02-2017 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20170038126A1
Автор: Kang Jinwon, Lee Daesung, LEE Hangbok, LEE Jihyun, PARK Kyutae, SEO Woonkyu
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A refrigerator includes a cabinet that defines a first storage compartment configured to store food, a main door rotatably mounted on the cabinet and configured to open or close at least a portion of the first storage compartment, an accommodation device accessible through an opening in the main door, a sub door mounted on the main door and configured to open or close the opening, and a door opening assembly that is configured to selectively restrict one side of a back surface of the sub door to a corresponding side of a front surface of the main door to thereby selectively restrict movement of the sub door relative to the main door. The accommodation device defines a second storage compartment within the main door that is separated from the first storage compartment, and the door opening assembly is configured to be manipulated from a side surface of the sub door. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet defining a first storage compartment;a main door rotatably mounted on the cabinet to open or close the first storage compartment, and having an opening;a grip part that is horizontally formed at the main door to serve as a handle for opening or closing the main door;an accommodation device that is accessible through the opening of the main door, the accommodation device defining a second storage compartment in a back surface of the main door;a sub door opening or closing the opening of the main door; anda door opening assembly with which one side of a back surface of the sub door and one side of the main door are selectively restricted, the door opening assembly being configured to selectively restrict the sub door and the main door at a side edge of the sub door, a locking member at least a portion of which protrudes from the back surface of the sub door;', 'a manipulation member disposed on a corner of a lower end of the sub door; and', 'a connection member disposed inside the sub door to connect the locking member and the manipulation member,, 'wherein the door ...

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Номер записи: 80
08-02-2018 дата публикации

Refrigerator and Control Method for Refrigerator and Method for Opening a Refrigerator Door

Номер: US20180038626A1
Автор: Dongjeong Kim, Hongsik Kwon, Jaehoon Shin, Jungjae Lee, Minsub Kim
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

Provided is a refrigerator and control method for refrigerator and method for opening a refrigerator door. While a user is holding an object in both hands, a door may be automatically and additionally opened using another part of a body other than hands.

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Номер записи: 81
08-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD FOR OPENING A REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Номер: US20180038627A1
Автор: KIM Dongjeong, KIM Minsub, Kwon Hongsik, LEE Jungjae, Shin Jaehoon
Принадлежит:

Provided is a refrigerator and control method for refrigerator and method for opening a refrigerator door. While a user is holding an object in both hands, a door may be automatically and additionally opened using another part of a body other than hands. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage compartment;a door configured to open and close the storage compartment;a detection device configured to detect a presence of a user within a predetermined detection range; anda projector disposed at the door, the projector including a light emitting unit configured to emit light to thereby project an optical pattern on a ground surface within the predetermined detection range.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the detection device is disposed at the door.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the projector is disposed at a lower part of the door.5. The refrigerator of claim 4 , wherein the detection device is positioned at the lower part of the door forward of the projector.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein at least a portion of the detection device is positioned vertically above the projector.7. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the detection device is configured to emit a detection light toward the ground surface to thereby detect the presence of the user within the predetermined detection range.8. The refrigerator of claim 7 , wherein the door includes a bottom surface disposed at a lower part of the door claim 7 , the bottom surface facing toward the ground surface claim 7 ,wherein the projector is configured to emit the light through the bottom surface of the door toward the ground surface, andwherein the detection device is configured to emit the detection light through the bottom surface of the door toward the ground surface.9. The refrigerator of claim 8 , wherein the bottom surface is inclined with respect to the ground surface claim 8 , andwherein the projector is configured to project the optical pattern on the ...

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Номер записи: 82
08-02-2018 дата публикации

HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE

Номер: US20180038628A1
Автор: KAPLAN Ergin, ORUNDU Levent
Принадлежит:

The present invention relates to methods of forming and/or using a household appliance that includes a cabinet where items are disposed, a door mounted onto the cabinet, a glass panel having an inner surface and an outer surface, and a sheet-shaped mounting member. The mounting member extends between the inner surface of the glass panel and the outer panel of the door, thereby allowing the glass panel to be mounted onto the door and enabling a user to use it as a handle. 15.-. (canceled)6. A method comprising:{'b': 15', '2', '15', '15', '2', '3', '4', '5', '6', '7, 'obtaining, an apparatus comprising a cabinet (), and a door () mounted onto the cabinet () and providing access into the cabinet (), the door () comprising an upper edge (), a lower edge (), opposite side edges (), an inner panel () and an outer panel ();'}{'b': 8', '9', '10, 'obtaining, a glass panel () having an inner surface () and a decorative outer surface (), and'}{'b': 11', '11', '12, 'obtaining, a mounting member (), the mounting member () comprising a first edge and a second edge, and a U-shaped recess () between the first edge and the second edge;'}{'b': 11', '11', '9', '8, 'affixing a first portion of the mounting member () including a first edge of the mounting member () to the inner surface () of the glass panel ();'}{'b': 11', '11', '7', '2', '1', '11', '5', '2', '2', '8', '1', '1, 'affixing a second portion of the mounting member () including a second edge of the mounting member () to the outer panel () of the door (), thereby forming a household appliance (), wherein the mounting member () extends along a side edge () of the door () and is disposed between the door () and the glass panel () in the household appliance (), and wherein the U-shaped recess forms a handle for the household appliance ();'}{'b': '12', 'placing a hand in the U-shaped recess of the mounting member (); and'}{'b': 2', '1, 'opening the door () of the household appliance () while the hand is in the U-shaped recess.'}7 ...

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Номер записи: 83
08-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD FOR OPENING A REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Номер: US20180038634A1
Автор: KIM Dongjeong, KIM Minsub, Kwon Hongsik, LEE Jungjae, Shin Jaehoon
Принадлежит:

Provided is a refrigerator and control method for refrigerator and method for opening a refrigerator door. While a user is holding an object in both hands, a door may be automatically and additionally opened using another part of a body other than hands. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage compartment;a door configured to open and close the storage compartment;a detection device configured to detect a presence of a user within a predetermined detection range; anda projector disposed at the door, the projector including a light emitting unit configured to emit light to thereby project an optical pattern within the predetermined detection range on a ground surface,wherein at least a portion of the optical pattern on the ground surface is positioned vertically underneath the door.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the detection device is disposed at the door.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the projector is configured to project a first portion of the optical pattern on the ground surface vertically underneath at least one of the projector or the detection device.5. The refrigerator of claim 4 , wherein the projector is configured to project a second portion of the optical pattern on the ground surface forward of a front surface of the door.6. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the detection device is configured to emit a detection light toward the ground surface to thereby detect the presence of the user within the predetermined detection range.7. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein the detection device is configured to direct a least a portion of the detection light forward of the optical pattern.8. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein the door includes a bottom surface that is oriented toward the ground surface claim 6 ,wherein the projector is configured to emit the light through the bottom surface of the door toward the ground surface, andwherein the detection light passes through the bottom surface of the ...

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Номер записи: 84
08-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD FOR OPENING A REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Номер: US20180038635A1
Автор: KIM Dongjeong, KIM Minsub, Kwon Hongsik, LEE Jungjae, Shin Jaehoon
Принадлежит:

Provided is a refrigerator and control method for refrigerator and method for opening a refrigerator door. While a user is holding an object in both hands, a door may be automatically and additionally opened using another part of a body other than hands. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage compartment;a door configured to open and close the storage compartment;a lighting unit disposed at the storage compartment and configured to illuminate the storage compartment;a projector disposed at the door, the projector including a light emitting unit configured to emit light to thereby project an optical pattern on a ground surface; anda controller configured to control the lighting unit and the projector,wherein the controller is configured, based on a user operation, to turn on the lighting unit and the projector.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the projector includes one or more lenses configured to transmit the light emitted from the light emitting unit toward the ground surface.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured claim 2 , based on the door closing the storage compartment claim 2 , to turn on the lighting unit and the light emitting unit.5. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the controller is configured to turn off the lighting unit based on elapsing of a preset time.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the controller is configured claim 5 , based on the lighting unit being turned off claim 5 , to maintain the projection of the optical pattern onto the ground surface.7. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein the controller is configured to turn off the lighting emitting unit based on an emitting time exceeding a predetermined time greater than the preset time.8. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the door includes a sensor configured to detect a presence of a user in a predetermined detection range claim 2 , andwherein the controller is configured, based on the sensor detecting the ...

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Номер записи: 85
08-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD FOR OPENING A REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Номер: US20180038636A1
Автор: KIM Dongjeong, KIM Minsub, Kwon Hongsik, LEE Jungjae, Shin Jaehoon
Принадлежит:

Provided is a refrigerator and control method for refrigerator and method for opening a refrigerator door. While a user is holding an object in both hands, a door may be automatically and additionally opened using another part of a body other than hands. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage compartment;a door configured to open and close the storage compartment;a first sensor disposed at the door and configured to detect a presence of a user within a first detection range;a projector disposed at a lower part of the door, the projector including a light emitting unit configured, based on the first sensor detecting the presence of the user within the first detection range, to emit light to project an optical pattern within a second detection range on a ground surface;a second sensor disposed at the lower part of the door and configured to detect a user's operation within the second detection range; anda controller configured, based on the second sensor detecting the user's operation within the second detection range, to generate a control signal to control an operation of the refrigerator.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the second sensor is configured to emit a detection light to detect the user's operation within the second detection range.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein the lower part of the door includes a bottom surface that faces the ground surface claim 3 , andwherein the light emitted from the projector and the detection light emitted from the second sensor pass through the bottom surface of the door toward the ground surface.5. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the projector further includes one or more lenses configured to transmit the light emitted from the light emitting unit toward the ground surface.6. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the projector further includes a film configured to transmit the light emitted from the light emitting unit toward the ground surface.7. The refrigerator of claim ...

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Номер записи: 86
08-02-2018 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD FOR OPENING A REFRIGERATOR DOOR

Номер: US20180038637A1
Автор: KIM Dongjeong, KIM Minsub, Kwon Hongsik, LEE Jungjae, Shin Jaehoon
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Provided is a refrigerator and control method for refrigerator and method for opening a refrigerator door. While a user is holding an object in both hands, a door may be automatically and additionally opened using another part of a body other than hands. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage compartment;a door configured to open and close the storage compartment, a front surface of the door including a transparent portion through which an interior of the storage compartment is viewable from an outside of the refrigerator;a first sensor disposed at the door and configured to detect a presence of a user within a first detection range;a projector disposed at the door, the projector including a light emitting unit configured, based on the first sensor detecting the presence of the user within the first detection range, to emit light to thereby project an optical pattern within a second detection range on a ground surface; anda second sensor disposed at the door and configured to detect a user's operation within the second detection range,wherein the second sensor is positioned vertically lower than the first sensor.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the first sensor is positioned rearward of the transparent portion of the door.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the second sensor is positioned rearward of the transparent portion of the door.5. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the first sensor is disposed vertically between the transparent portion and the second sensor.6. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the projector is disposed at a lower part of the door.7. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein the projector is disposed at a center portion of the lower part of the door.8. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein the second sensor is configured to emit a detection light toward the ground surface to thereby detect the user's operation within the second detection range.9. The refrigerator of claim 8 , wherein the door ...

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Номер записи: 87
07-02-2019 дата публикации

WATER PURIFYING APPARATUS AND FILTER STRUCTURE

Номер: US20190039003A1
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. 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: 88
24-02-2022 дата публикации

BIFUNCTIONAL COMPRESSION REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20220057132A1
Автор: Ivanov Vladimir Kirillovich
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The bifunctional compression refrigerator located inside a building includes a thermally insulated cabinet () with an evaporator (), a motor-driven compressor (), a condenser (), a temperature controller (), a first temperature sensor (), and a ventilation module () including a housing (), an inlet ventilation pipe (), and outlet ventilation pipe (), and a fan (). The inlet ventilation pipe () and the outlet ventilation pipe () are arranged on the opposite sides of the housing (). The fan () is installed inside the housing () between the inlet ventilation pipe () and the outlet ventilation pipe (). The housing () is arranged on the thermally insulated cabinet (). The condenser () is 20 installed inside the housing (). The housing () is configured to have access to an outdoor air outside the building. 1. A bifunctional compression refrigerator located inside a building , wherein the refrigerator comprises:a thermally insulated cabinet equipped with an evaporator,a motor-driven compressor,a condenser,a temperature controller,a first temperature sensor, anda ventilation module,wherein the ventilation module comprises:a housing,an inlet ventilation pipe,an outlet ventilation pipe, anda fan,wherein the inlet ventilation pipe and the outlet ventilation pipe are arranged on the opposite sides of the housing,wherein the fan is installed inside the housing between the inlet ventilation pipe and the outlet ventilation pipe,wherein the housing is arranged on the thermally insulated cabinet,wherein the condenser is installed inside the housing, andwherein the housing is configured to have access to an outdoor air outside the building,wherein an inlet vent geometrically coupled to the inlet ventilation pipe and an outlet vent geometrically coupled to the outlet ventilation pipe are arranged inside the housing.wherein a first switching unit is arranged between the inlet vent and the inlet ventilation pipe, the first switching unit being configured:to open the inlet vent and to ...

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Номер записи: 89
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: 90
07-02-2019 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20190041120A1
Автор: LEE Jaeyoul, LEE Seungho, PARK Jisu
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A refrigerator includes a cabinet having a storage chamber, a main door pivotably mounted to the cabinet while including an opening provided at an inside of the main door, and a stepped portion provided around the opening, a sub-storage chamber mounted at the inside of the main door, a sub-door mounted to the main door, to allow a user to have access to the sub-storage chamber, the sub-door having opposite side surfaces with front portions protruding forwards of a front surface of the main door while having a greater width than the opening and stepped portion between the front portions of the side surfaces, to cover the stepped portion by the side surfaces, and a hinge pivotably mounted to the main door and coupled to the sub-door while being bent at an intermediate portion thereof, to pivotably support the sub-door with respect to the main door. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet having a storage chamber;a main door coupled to the cabinet via a first upper hinge and a first lower hinge, having a front surface, a rear surface, edge surfaces, and a front opening, and configured to open or close the storage chamber;a first gasket mounted along a peripheral area of the rear surface of the main door;a metal member mounted on the front surface of the main door;a sub-door coupled to the main door via a second upper hinge and a second lower hinge, having a front surface, a rear surface, and edge surfaces, and configured to rotate in a direction identical to the main door;a second gasket mounted along a peripheral area of the rear surface of the sub-door, having a magnetic member, and configured to stick to the front surface of the main door due to attraction force with the metal member when the sub-door closes;a hook member having a first extension portion, and a hook bent from the first extension portion and protruding rearwards from the rear surface of the sub-door, the hook member configured to rotate vertically about an axial protrusion; andan engagement groove ...

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Номер записи: 91
06-02-2020 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20200041188A1
Автор: CHOI Sangphil, YOU Jimin
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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: 92
18-02-2021 дата публикации

Refrigerator

Номер: US20210048240A1
Автор: Daehyun Yoo, Kihyun Park, Kiyoung Lim
Принадлежит: LG ELECTRONICS INC

A refrigerator of the present disclosure includes an inner case configured to have a storage chamber, a door configured to open and close the storage chamber, a plurality of side panels configured to cover both sides of the inner case, the plurality of side panels being configured to be formed of a metal material, a case supporter configured to support the inner case, a base configured to support a lower side of the case supporter, at least a portion of the base being configured to be spaced apart from a lower side of the door and the case supporter, and a base panel configured to be attached to an upper surface of the base adjacent to the door, the base panel being configured to be formed of the same material as that of the plurality of side panels or having a metal texture.

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Номер записи: 93
18-02-2016 дата публикации

REFRIGERATOR

Номер: US20160047591A1
Автор: cho Yeon Woo, JANG Do Yun, JEONG Jin, Son Bong Su
Принадлежит: SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD.

Disclosed herein is a refrigerator having a body having a storage compartment; a door to open or close the storage compartment; a cover plate disposed at an inside the storage compartment; a cooling space formed in between the cover plate and an upper wall of the body; an evaporator provided at the cooling space to generate cool air; a blower fan provided at the cooling space to forcedly circulate the cool air generated at the evaporator; a cool air supplying hole formed at the cover plate to supply the cool air of the cooling space to the storage compartment; and a cool air collecting hole formed at the cover plate to collect the cool air heated at the storage compartment to the cooling space, and a rear wall of the storage compartment of the refrigerator may be evenly leveled and usefulness of space may be increased. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a body having a storage compartment;a door to open and close the storage compartment;a cover plate disposed at an inside of the storage compartment;a cooling space formed in between the cover plate and a ceiling of the body;an evaporator provided within the cooling space to generate cool air;a blower fan provided within the cooling space to forcedly circulate the cool air generated by the evaporator;a cool air supplying hole formed at the cover plate to supply the cool air of the cooling space to the storage compartment; anda cool air collecting hole formed at the cover plate to collect the cool air heated at the storage compartment to the cooling space.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein:the cool air supplying hole is provided at a front of the evaporator.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein:the cool air collecting hole is provided at a rear of the evaporator.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising:an ice maker provided at a front of the evaporator to generate ice.5. The refrigerator of claim 4 , further comprising:an ice bucket provided at the door to store the ice generated by the ice maker.6. The ...

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Номер записи: 94
16-02-2017 дата публикации

FREEZER AND HINGE FOR SAME

Номер: US20170045287A1
Автор: LIU CHAO, PU XIANGHAI, Wu An
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The present application relates to a freezer and a hinge for the same. The hinge comprises a base, in which a left side of the base is provided with a first flange portion, a right side of the base is provided with a second flange portion opposite to the first flange portion, and the first flange portion and the second flange portion is provided with sliding grooves opposite to each other; a connecting seat; a first pivot shaft; a second pivot shaft parallel to the first pivot shaft, in which both ends of the second pivot shaft may slide in the corresponding sliding grooves respectively; a guide rod; a supporting seat; a positioning part; a spring sheath fitted over the guide rod and movable between the positioning part and the supporting seat; and a spring fitted over the spring sheath. 1. A hinge for a freezer , comprising:a base, provided with a first flange portion at a left side of the base, and provided with a second flange portion opposite to the first flange portion at a right side thereof, the first flange portion and the second flange portion being provided with sliding grooves opposite to each other;a connecting seat, pivotally connected to an upper part of the base, provided with a third flange portion adjacent to the first flange portion at a left side of the connecting seat, and provided with a fourth flange portion adjacent to the second flange portion at a right side thereof;a first pivot shaft, provided to the upper part of the base, and having a left end pivotally connected to the first flange portion and third flange portion, and a right end pivotally connected to the second flange portion and the fourth flange portion;a second pivot shaft parallel to the first pivot shaft, having a left end connected to the third flange, and a right end connected to the fourth flange, wherein both ends of the second pivot shaft are slidable in the corresponding sliding grooves of the first flange portion and the second flange portion respectively;a guide rod, ...

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Номер записи: 95
03-03-2022 дата публикации

DOOR VENT SEALING ASSEMBLY

Номер: US20220065521A1
Автор: Shivappa Thenehalli Chethan
Принадлежит: WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

A refrigeration appliance includes a cabinet that defines a cabinet outlet and a cabinet inlet in fluid communication with a freezer compartment. A door is pivotally coupled to the cabinet. The door defines a door inlet in fluid communication with the cabinet outlet and a door outlet in fluid communication with the cabinet inlet when the door is in a closed position. An icemaker compartment is disposed in the door. The icemaker compartment is fluidly coupled with the freezer compartment. A retainer is at least partially disposed in each of the door inlet and the door outlet. Each retainer includes a rim that defines ribs. Each rib is spaced apart from adjacent ribs. A gasket is coupled to each retainer. Each gasket includes an abutment surface that abuts a cabinet surface when the door is in the closed position to seal airflow passages between the freezer compartment and the icemaker compartment.

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Номер записи: 96
22-02-2018 дата публикации

Cooling And/Or Freezer

Номер: US20180049548A1
Автор: Lercher Dominik
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The present invention relates to a refrigerator unit and/or freezer unit having a unit carcass and a unit door that is pivotable about an axis, preferably about a vertical axis, and that closes the cooled inner space at the front side, wherein removable protection against tilting is attached to the unit body and at least extends the tilt point of the unit body to the front and/or to the side beyond the normal footprint of the body. 1. A refrigerator unit and/or a freezer unit having a unit body and having a unit door that is pivotable about an axis and that closes the cooled inner space at the front side ,characterized in thatremovable protection against tilting is attached to the unit body and at least extends the tilting point of the unit body to the front and/or to the side beyond the normal footprint of the body.2. A refrigerator unit and/or a freezer unit in accordance with claim 1 ,characterized in that the unit body has rollers that at least partly define the normal footprint of the body.3. A refrigerator unit and/or a freezer unit in accordance with claim 1 , characterized in that the unit body has adjustable feet.4. A refrigerator unit and/or a freezer unit in accordance with claim 1 , characterized in that the protection against tilting is attached to the unit body without tools.5. A refrigerator unit and/or a freezer unit in accordance with claim 3 , characterized in that the protection against tilting is clamped between the platform of the adjustable feet and the bottom of the unit body.6. A refrigerator unit and/or freezer unit in accordance with claim 1 , characterized in that the protection against tilting is multipart.7. A refrigerator unit and/or a freezer unit in accordance with claim 6 , characterized in that the protection against tilting is a rail.8. A refrigerator unit and/or a freezer unit in accordance with claim 1 , characterized in that the extended footprint of the body at least extends up to and into the plane of the unit opening.9. A ...

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Номер записи: 97
14-02-2019 дата публикации

TWO-WAY DOOR SYSTEMS AND METHODS

Номер: US20190048633A1
Автор: RAUTH JOSEPH R.
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Systems and methods for implementing a bi-directional, or two-way door which can be opened from either the left or right side using, in one embodiment, a transfer bar connected to a pair of hinge pins so as to cause each pair to alternatingly insert into or retreat from receivers in a door frame on opposing sides. In a second embodiment, a pair of wheels with offset camming surfaces alternatingly operate corresponding lifting elements to engage or disengage hinge pins on opposing sides of a door. 1. A system for opening a door from either side comprising:a door structure having a top side and an opposing bottom side, and a left side and an opposing right side;a transfer bar having a first end and an opposing second end;a first pair of hinge pins, each hinge pin in said first pair of hinge pins having a proximal end connected to said first end of said transfer bar and an opposing distal end, said distal end of a first hinge pin in said pair disposed at said top side and said distal end of a second hinge pin in said pair disposed at said bottom side;a second pair of hinge pins, each hinge pin in said second pair of hinge pins having a proximal end connected to said second end of said transfer bar and an opposing distal end, said distal end of a first hinge pin in said second pair disposed at said top side and said distal end of a second hinge pin in said second pair disposed at said bottom side;wherein when said transfer bar moves laterally toward said left side, said transfer bar causes said distal ends of said first pair of hinge pins to protrude outward from said top and bottom sides of said door, and said distal ends of said second pair of hinge pins to retreat within said door structure.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein each hinge pin in said first pair and second pair of hinge pins is connected to said transfer bar via a U-link rotatably connected to said proximal ends and rotatably connected to said transfer bar.3. The system of claim 1 , wherein said transfer ...

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Номер записи: 98
26-02-2015 дата публикации

Refrigerator Cooler with Magnetic French Door Gaskets and Method of Manufacture

Номер: US20150054396A1
Автор: Steven L. Trulaske, Sr.
Принадлежит: True Manufacturing Co Inc

A refrigerator cooler comprises a cabinet comprising at least one storage compartment having an open front and a front face. Refrigerator cooler further has left and right door assemblies rotatably affixed to the cabinet to close and seal against the front face when the left and right door assemblies are in a closed position. The left and right door assemblies comprise left and right doors, perimeter gaskets affixed to the back faces of the left and right doors, magnetic French door gaskets affixed to the inner faces of the left and right doors, and one or more door stops affixed to the left and right doors. The left and right magnetic French door gaskets are magnetically attracted to one another when the left and right doors are closed and are magnetically opposed one another when either the left or right doors are opened.

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Номер записи: 99
14-02-2019 дата публикации

HOME APPLIANCE DEVICE

Номер: US20190049169A1
Автор: CIYANOGLU MEHMET, ERTIK MUSTAFA, Guerel Necati Bora, KEMPFLE STEPHAN, SAHIN AYDIN, SAYGI AHMET, SOEGUET MURAT, SUEMER ERDEM, YILDIZGOECER TANZER
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A home appliance device, in particular a home appliance chiller device, with improved efficiency, includes a refrigerant cycle having a heat generating unit, a machine compartment having a first sub-compartment and a second sub-compartment separated from the first sub-compartment. The second sub-compartment is configured for at least partly receiving the heat generating unit. An airflow unit is configured for conveying air from the first sub-compartment to the second sub-compartment in such a way that, in operation, the second sub-compartment is kept at least substantially warmer than the first sub-compartment. A home appliance including the home appliance device is also provided. 115-. (canceled)16. A home appliance device or home appliance chiller device , comprising:a refrigerant cycle having a heat generating unit;a machine compartment having a first sub-compartment and a second sub-compartment separated from said first sub-compartment, said second sub-compartment being configured for at least partly receiving said heat generating unit; andan airflow unit configured for conveying air from said first sub-compartment to said second sub-compartment to keep said second sub-compartment at least substantially warmer than said first sub-compartment during operation.17. The home appliance device according to claim 16 , wherein said airflow unit includes a fan for implementing an airflow from said first sub-compartment to said second sub-compartment to substantially prevent air heated by said heat generating unit from entering into said first sub-compartment during operation.18. The home appliance device according to claim 16 , wherein said heat generating unit includes a compressor and a condenser.19. The home appliance device according to claim 16 , wherein:said first sub-compartment includes a fresh-air entrance; andsaid refrigerant cycle includes an expansion device disposed inside said first sub-compartment, said expansion device being positioned in a vicinity of ...

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Номер записи: 100