УСТРОЙСТВО С ГИБКОЙ ЗУБЧАТОЙ РЕЙКОЙ ДЛЯ ДИСТАНЦИОННОГО УПРАВЛЕНИЯ ОКНАМИ ОСТЕКЛЕНИЯ

Технический результат - упрощение конструкции при обеспечении компактности, изностойкости и долговечности. Рабочий орган представляет собой гибкую зубчатую рейку 10 из полимерного материала, один конец рейки имеет элементы 12 крепления к кронштейну, а другой нерабочий конец - ограничитель 14 хода. Удлиненный корпус образован лицевой панелью, боковыми стенками, торцевыми гранями и донной частью, при этом мотор-редуктор 30 электромеханического привода с ведущей шестерней 31 прикреплен к боковым стенкам корпуса; в лицевой панели со стороны одной торцевой грани выполнено выходное отверстие 25 для выдвигаемого конца рейки. Зубчатая передача включает шестерню 50, связанную с ведущей шестерней мотор-редуктора 30 и гладкий ролик 60 для прижима зубчатой рейки 10 к шестерне 50. 8 з.п. ф-лы, 8 ил.

Anordnung für das Öffnen und Schließen einer Tür oder eines Tores

Antriebsvorrichtung für eine Tür mit einem Elektromotor und einem mechanischen Türschließer, bei der der als Betätigungsmittel für den gegen eine Schließfeder arbeitenden mit dem Gestänge in Wirkverbindung stehenden Kolben des Türschließers dienender Elektromotor in unmittelbarer Wirkverbindung mit dem Kolben des Türschließers steht.

Öffnungsvorrichtung zum Öffnen eines Oberlicht-Fensterflügels

Eine Öffnungsvorrichtung zum Öffnen eines Oberlicht-Fensterflügels (34), der von einer geschlossenen Position in eine geöffnete Position bewegbar ist, umfasst ein Antriebselement (20), das einen Fensterrahmen (30) drehbar gelagertes Kettenrad (18) in Rotation versetzt, sowie eine Kette (16), die biegesteif ist, mit dem Kettenrad (18) in Eingriff ist sowie mit dem Oberlicht-Fensterflügel (34) so verbunden ist, dass dieser durch Schub der Kette von der geschlossenen Position in die geschlossenen Position bewegbar ist.

MANUALLY FREIGEBBARE CLUTCH FOR the CONNECTION of an ELONGATED OPERATING DEVICE WITH a WING FRAMEWORK And a TILTABLE WINDOW WITH CHAIN MANIPULATION AND SUCH a CLUTCH

WINDOW WITH A FRAMEWORK FROM EXTRUDED PROFILES

DRIVING BAR LOCKING MECHANISM AND AUSL�SBARE CLUTCH MECHANISM

MOTOR DRIVING TURNING TILTING WINDOW

CLUTCH FOR THE CONNECTION OF AN ELECTRICAL CONTROL DEVICE WITH A CONTROL ELEMENT AND AN ELECTRICAL CONTROL DEVICE

Refrigerator

A refrigerator of the present invention comprises a cabinet, a door, and a door opening device. The door opening device comprises a motor, and a push member, which is drawn by operation of the motor so as to open the door. The push member comprises a first rack operated by the motor to push the door or a cabinet, and a second rack which is operated by the motor, is slidably connected to the first rack, and is disposed such that at least a part thereof overlaps the first rack. The first rack may move relative to the second rack in a first direction so as to open the door at a first angle. The first rack and the second rack move together in the first direction so as to open the door at a second angle which is greater than the first angle.

A WINDOW WITH A FRAME OF EXTRUDED PROFILE MEMBERS

In a window with a frame of extruded profile members a thermo pane is supported on the inside by a glazing bead connected with the frame profile m em- ber. The main frame mainly consists of wood profiles with weather-resisting coverings. A hinge pivot at the top of the window is formed by an edge porti on (28) of an extruded profile member (27) connected to the main frame (20) and a hinge blade is formed by a hook-shaped wall portion (6) of the opposite fram e profile member (1). To ensure engagement of said hinge pivot and hinge blade in the closed position of the window engaging means at one of the other sides o f the window may comprise a sliding block (31) arranged displaceably in a track in a frame member between a fixed window position opposite a retaining device an- chored in the main frame and an openable window position for connection to a motion transfer member guided in a recess in the main frame.

Elektromechanische Betätigungseinrichtung für Türen.

Ausstellvorrichtung für Fenster- oder Wandteile

Issuing device of a wing, in particular for windows or ventilation mechanisms.

Super high -rise building outer wall ventilation structure

A hinge of the door closing device structure of intelligent

A radiation shield door for medical treatment

Automatic switching device and refrigeration device

DOOR DRIVE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR OR MOTOR VEHICLE FLAP

The invention relates to a door drive for a motor vehicle door or motor vehicle flap. This is generally provided with an electromotive drive (2) and a transmission (3, 4) connected downstream of the drive (2). In addition, a force transmission element (5) is provided, which is operatively connected to a leaf (1) of the motor vehicle door or motor vehicle flap. An output element (4a) of the transmission (3, 4) and the force-transmission element (5) are coupled by a toothing (6, 7, 8) with compensation for play. According to the invention, the toothing (6, 7, 8) is formed in two parts for engaging both into the force transmission element (5) and into a compensation element (9) that is rotatably, elastically coupled to the force transmission element (5). For play-free positioning, the compensation element (9) has a differing angular velocity from the force transmission element (5) in order to create a relative angle (α1 - α2) between the two elements (5, 9).

Refrigerator and control method for refrigerator

Provided is a refrigerator. 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.

Transmission device for installation on a driveshaft

A transmission device for installation on a driveshaft, having a base body which encloses the driveshaft, a pinion which in the mounted state is arranged in the base body and on the driveshaft, and a rack which interacts with the pinion and runs through the base body. The transmission device is distinguished by the fact that the base body is open on one side in such a way that it can be fitted onto a driveshaft in the radial direction, and in that the pinion is in multiple parts such that it is possible to perform a mounting process on the driveshaft during which the parts of the pinion can be joined together by a radial movement with respect to the driveshaft.

REFRIGERATOR AND CONTROL METHOD FOR REFRIGERATOR

Provided is a refrigerator. 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.

DOOR DRIVE

THRUST CHAIN ACTUATOR

ELECTRIC DRIVE SYSTEM FOR MOVING A WINDOW-RELATED ELEMENT WITH MECHANICAL LOCK

DISPLACEMENT SYSTEM COMPRISING LOCKING SYSTEM

Выдвижной механизм для поворотно-откидной створки окна или двери

Изобретение относится к выдвижному механизму для открытия и закрытия, а также для поворота и/или откидывания и блокировки закрытого состояния запорного механизма, по меньшей мере, путем частичного закрытия проема, поворотного и/или откидного окна или двери. Техническим результатом является простое, быстрое, надёжное и точное монтирование. Технический результат достигается тем, что выдвижной механизм для поворотно-откидной створки окна или двери, содержащий на створке запорный механизм и закрепленную на раме базовую деталь, на которой установлено приводимое в действие посредством механического приводного устройства средство передачи усилия, имеющее соединительный элемент со створкой, так что соединительный элемент представляет собой соединительный элемент приводной штанги, причем соединительный элемент приводной штанги расположен на свободном конце средства передачи усилия с возможностью соединения с имеющимся на запорном механизме элементом приводной штанги и перемещаемой на нем запорной ...

Antrieb für einen an einem ortsfesten Rahmen drehbar gelagerten Flügel eines Fensters, einer Tür oder dergleichen

Antrieb für einen an einem ortsfesten Rahmen drehbar gelagerten Flügel eines Fensters, einer Tür oder dergleichen, mit einem Antriebsgehäuse mit darin angeordnetem elektrischen Motor mit einem vorzugsweise als Kette ausgebildeten Schubabtriebsglied, welches aus dem Antriebsgehäuse aus- und einfahrbar ist, wobei das Antriebsgehäuse an dem ortsfesten Rahmen montierbar ist und das freie Ende des Schubabtriebsglieds an einer am Flügel montierbaren Konsole in einem Lager gelenkig gelagert ist, dadurch gekennzeichnet, dass die Konsole (7) ein mit Abstand zu dem Lager (8) des Schubabtriebsglieds (6) angeordnetes Gelenk (10) aufweist.

Motorised pivot joint for bonnet of motor vehicle - features rack=and=pinion drive from gearbox with protection by slip of clutch against mechanical overstress

The motor (8) and the toothed rack (7) transmitting its drive from a gearbox (16) are assembled to a unit mounted on the chassis and jointed to the pivot on the movable flap. The mounting part has two sidewalls (11,22) riveted together and is bolted (9) through a bearing sleeve (10) to the chassis. The gearbox (16) is geared (19) to a pinion (20) in mesh with the rack (7), with pref. a plate clutch (17) for protection of the drive against overload. ADVANTAGE - Secure locking of bonnet is accomplished reliably with device avoiding expenditure of effort by user.

Motorisch getriebenes Drehkippfenster

Mechanism for influencing the opening and/or closing movement of a wing of a door or window

WINDOW WITH A DRIVING BAR LOCK AND A LIFT DEVICE

MECHANISM FOR THE EXECUTION OF THE CLOSING AND OPENING PROCEDURE OF A TILTING WINDOW

CHAIN THRUST DRIVE

DRIVE FOR A TO A STATIONARY FRAMEWORK SWIVELLING STORED WING WINDOWS, A DOOR OR SUCH A THING

Anordnung, umfassend ein Möbelscharnier und ein Antriebssystem

The invention relates to a drive system (4) for opening and/or closing furniture parts (1, 2) which are articulated so as to pivot relative to each other by way of a hinge (3) comprising a hinge cup and a hinge arm, comprising an electric drive designed as a self-contained component, wherein the electric drive comprises an electric motor (18) and an actuating apparatus (8) for transmitting power and/or torque from the electric motor to the hinge (3), wherein the actuating apparatus (8) comprises a fastening point (9) by which the actuating apparatus (8) can be detachably connected to the hinge (3).

A window with a frame of extruded profile members

Adjustable door and window hinge

Automatic locking device for any opening degree of high-grade steel window

Translation door motor

Apparatus for opening and closing door of vehicle

REFRIGERATOR AND OPENING DEVICE FOR A REFRIGERATOR

The invention relates to an opening device (10) for a refrigerator (1) having a door (4) which has at least one insulated region with a peripheral seal (5), the opening device (10) having a housing (100) from which a pusher element (110) can be extended in an electrically actuated manner. The opening device (10) is characterised in that it can be mounted on a front face (3) of an insulating carcass (2) of the refrigerator (1), on fastening means (11) provided for a door hinge (9) of the refrigerator (1), and the pusher element (110) of the opening device presses against a region of the door (4) outside the seal (5). The invention also relates to a refrigerator having an opening device (10) of this type.

DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING DEVICE, AND REFRIGERATOR

A door opening and closing device, and a refrigerator. A door of the refrigerator is rotatably connected to a refrigerator body by means of a rotating shaft that is fixedly connected to the door. The door opening and closing device comprises a connecting rod (2), a first drive means, a second drive means, and an elastic member (4). The connecting rod (2) is provided on the door and comprises a first end (21) and a second end (22) that matches a shaft hole (201). The first drive means is connected to the connecting rod (2) to drive the connecting rod (2) to rotate. The second drive means is used for driving the connecting rod to move close to the shaft hole (201), and makes the second end (22) of the connecting rod (2) insert into the shaft hole (201). After the second end (22) of the connecting rod (2) is inserted into the shaft hole (201), the elastic member (4) is compressed, so that the elastic member (4) drives the connecting rod (2) to move away from the shaft hole (201). After the ...

DOOR DRIVE

Aufstellvorrichtung für eine Kraftfahrzeugtür

Gegenstand der Erfindung ist eine Aufstellvorrichtung (1) für ein Kraftfahrzeug (23), aufweisend einen elektrischen Antrieb (2) und ein Stellmittel (4), wobei das Stellmittel (4) mittels des Antriebs (2) verstellbar ist und wobei die Kraftfahrzeugtür (23) mittels des Stellmittels (4) aufstellbar ist und mindestens einen Sensor (19) zur Erfassung der Stellbewegung (S), wobei mittels des Sensors (19) eine kontinuierliche Erfassung der Stellbewegung (S) ermöglichbar ist.

Schwenkeinrichtung zum Verstellen eines klappenartigen Elements

Car boot or bonnet adjuster

The extended setting of the first part of the adjuster rod (2) driven by the adjuster motor (1) locks the coupling relation to the bush (4) when the second part of the rod is forced into the first part against the compression spring (6). The coil spring is housed and guided in part in a recess (7) within the second part of the adjuster rod. The direct current electric motor acts on the first rod part via the gear transmission provided by the toothing (8) on the rod part. The gearing includes a gear wheel (9) and pinion (10) via their interposed slip coupling. The motor drives rod part out of the bush against the force provided by the re-setter spiral spring which engages the rod toothing. The coupling forms a roller (5) which is loaded towards the bush by a leaf spring (13) axially thrusting off the second part of the rod.

WING DOOR DRIVE WITH FEATHER/SPRING LOCKING

Refrigerator

The present invention relates to a refrigerator which allows a user to easily open the doors of the refrigerator. To achieve the aforementioned purpose, provided according to one embodiment of the present invention can be a refrigerator comprising: a cabinet having storage chambers; doors for opening/closing the storage chambers; and door opening devices operating so as for the doors to open, wherein the door opening devices comprise: a motor provided so as to generate a driving force; and a rack provided in a direction diagonal to the front side of the cabinet, wherein the rack is moved in the lengthwise direction thereof by the drive of the motor.

TRANSMISSION DEVICE FOR ATTACHING TO A DRIVESHAFT

The invention relates to a transmission device for attaching to a driveshaft, comprising a main body at least partially surrounding the driveshaft, a pinion arranged on the driveshaft in the assembled state, and a rack which cooperates with the pinion in the assembled state on the main body and passes through the main body, wherein the main body is open on one side in such a way that it can be slid onto a driveshaft in the radial direction. The transmission device is characterised in that the main body comprises a retaining element, wherein the retaining element is configured such that the pinion, when arranged on the main body, is fixed in a position relative to the main body, without further components.

A WINDOW WITH A FRAME OF EXTRUDED PROFILE MEMBERS

... 2124811 9311332 PCTABS00022 In a window with a frame of extruded profile members a thermo pane is supported on the inside by a glazing bead connected with the frame profile member. The main frame mainly consists of wood profiles with weather-resisting coverings. A hinge pivot at the top of the window is formed by an edge portion (28) of an extruded profile member (27) connected to the main frame (20) and a hinge blade is formed by a hook-shaped wall portion (6) of the opposite frame profile member (1). To ensure engagement of said hinge pivot and hinge blade in the closed position of the window engaging means at one of the other sides of the window may comprise a sliding block (31) arranged displaceably in a track in a frame member between a fixed window position opposite a retaining device anchored in the main frame and an openable window position for connection to a motion transfer member guided in a recess in the main frame.

Automatic window

The utility model provides automatic window with the preparation of remote control mechnical & electrical technology loads onto rack, control gear, clutch, worm wheel, worm, folding handle, rainwater inductive head, the screen window of installing main shaft, integrated power controller, motor, drive gear, drive screw, threaded hole on automatic window's fixed frame, the window form is fixed with the installation main shaft, is connected with the combined supporting pole between control gear and the window form frame, and the integrated power controller is given motor corotation or is turnd back and switch on under the control of remote controller, and the window form is opened or close to motor drive drive gear, drive screw, the rack in threaded hole, control gear, combined supporting pole, integrated power controller meeting self -closing window form when falling the rainwater on the rainwater inductive head, folding handle, worm, worm wheel, clutch can be when integrated power controller ...

Swing door opening and closing device for car using a plurality of friction plates

REFRIGERATOR AND CONTROL METHOD OF REFRIGERATOR DOOR

According to an aspect of the present invention, provided are a door opening device to automatically open a door, a refrigerator having the same, and a control method of the door opening device. According to an embodiment, the refrigerator comprises: a main body having a storage room; a door configured to open or close the storage room; a sensing lever configured to contact the door while the door is closed, where the sensing lever is movable in one of a first direction and in a second direction that is opposite to the first direction; a sensor configured to sense movement of the sensing lever; and a controller configured to open the door when the sensor senses the movement of the sensing lever in the first direction, and to maintain the door closed when the sensor senses the movement of the sensing lever in the second direction. COPYRIGHT KIPO 2019 ...

DOOR OPENING ASSISTING MEANS AND REFRIGERATING DEVICE

A door opening assisting means (30) and a refrigerating device (1). The refrigerating device (1) comprises a cabinet body (10) provided with the door opening assisting means (30) and a door body (20) connected to the cabinet body (10). The door opening assisting means (30) comprises: an ejecting structure (302), which comprises a transmission pinion (3022) and a rack (3024) matching the transmission pinion (3022), the transmission pinion (3022) being partially provided with gear teeth (30222); an elastic member (304), which is separately connected to the cabinet body (10) and the rack (3024); and a drive means (306), which is connected to the transmission pinion (3022) and drives the transmission pinion (3022) to rotate. When the transmission pinion (3022) rotates till the gear teeth (30222) are engaged with the rack (3024), the transmission pinion (3022) drives the rack (3024) to move in a direction towards the door body (20) to make the rack (3024) abut against the door body (20), thereby ...

Electric chain actuator for openable element

ВЫДВИЖНОЙ МЕХАНИЗМ ДЛЯ ПОВОРОТНО-ОТКИДНОЙ СТВОРКИ ОКНА ИЛИ ДВЕРИ И СПОСОБ ЕЕ ПЕРЕМЕЩЕНИЯ ПОСРЕДСТВОМ ВЫДВИЖНОГО МЕХАНИЗМА

Группа изобретений относится к выдвижному механизму и способу для открытия и закрытия окна или двери. Техническим результатом является простое, быстрое надёжное и точное монтирование. Технический результат достигается тем, что выдвижной механизм для поворотно-откидной створки окна или двери содержит запорный механизм и закрепленнуюна раме базовую деталь, на которой установлено средство передачи усилия, имеющее соединительный элемент со створкой, причем соединительный элемент представляет собой соединительный элемент приводной штанги, так что запорный механизм имеет элемент приводной штанги с расположенными на нем затворными или запорными цапфами, причем соединительный элемент приводной штанги расположен на свободном конце средства передачи усилия и состоит из расположенного на средстве передачи усилия захвата и из крюка, так что расположенная на соединительном элементе запорная цапфа упирается в имеющийся на крюке внутренний край для автоматического отсоединения соединительного элемента ...

Hubelement zum Betätigen von klappenartigen Elementen

Einrichtung für die Ausführung des Schliess- und Öffnungsvorganges eines Kippfensters

Türaufsteller mit Schubkette

Die vorliegende Erfindung befasst sich mit dem Öffnen und Schließen von Kraftfahrzeugtüren. Um eine Aufstellvorrichtung für eine Kraftfahrzeugtür mit größeren Aufstellweiten zur Verfügung zu stellen, ist eine Aufstellvorrichtung (10) für eine Kraftfahrzeugtür vorgesehen. Die Aufstellvorrichtung weist eine Aktuatoreinheit (12) und ein Übertragungselement (14) auf. Die Aktuatoreinheit ist ausgebildet, das Übertragungselement zwischen einer eingefahrenen Position (P1) und einer wenigstens teilweise ausgefahrenen Position (P2) zu bewegen. Das Übertragungselement ist ausgebildet, beim Bewegen in die wenigstens teilweise ausgefahrene Position eine Aufstellkraft (FA) für eine Kraftfahrzeugtür von der Aktuatoreinheit zu übertragen. Das Übertragungselement ist als eine eindimensional bewegliche Schubkette (16) ausgebildet, die in der ausgefahrenen Position mit einem ausgefahrenen Kettenbereich (18) in einer Ausfahrrichtung angeordnet ist, um in dieser Position mit einem freien Kettenende (20) die ...

CHAIN OPERATING DEVICE TO OPEN AND LATCHES OF A WINDOW OR A DOOR

CLUTCH FOR THE CONNECTION OF AN ELECTRICAL CONTROL DEVICE WITH A CONTROL ELEMENT

DEVICE TO OPEN AND LATCHES OF TILTABLE WINDOWS

ACTUATING APPARATUS FOR A wING OF A wINDOW , A DOOR, AN vENTILATION FLAP OR THE LIKE

WINDOW, IN PARTICULAR TO THE INSTALLATION INTO A FRONT, WITH AN OPERATING DEVICE AND A WINDOW OPERATION

Automobile door control device and application method thereof

METHOD FOR CONTROLLING VEHICLE DOOR OPENING/CLOSING SPEED ADJUSTING APPARATUS

The present invention relates to a method for controlling a vehicle door opening/closing speed adjusting apparatus. The method of the present invention includes the steps of: measuring an opening angle and an opening/closing speed of a vehicle door; determining whether the opening/closing speed of the vehicle door exceeds a predetermined reference maximum opening/closing speed; and driving a clutch located between a worm gear and a pinion gear to connect the worm gear and the pinion gear when the opening and closing speed of the vehicle door exceeds the reference maximum opening/closing speed. The linear movement speed of a rack gear engaged with the pinion gear and the opening/closing speed of the vehicle door are decelerated by decelerating the rotational speed of the pinion gear through a torque limiter positioned between the worm gear and the pinion gear. According to the control method of the vehicle door opening/closing speed adjusting device of the present invention, since the door ...

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING SAME

The present invention relates to a refrigerator which allows a user to open the doors of the refrigerator easily. The present invention relates to a refrigerator and a method for controlling same, the refrigerator being capable of preventing the doors of the refrigerator from automatically opening due to a malfunction.

Refrigerator and control method of refrigerator door

A refrigerator may include a main body having a storage room, a door configured to open or close the storage room, a sensing lever configured to contact the door while the door is closed, where the sensing lever is movable in one of a first direction and in a second direction that is opposite to the first direction, a sensor configured to sense a movement of the sensing lever in one of the first direction and the second direction, and a controller configured to open the door when the sensor senses the movement of the sensing lever in the first direction, and to maintain the door closed when the sensor senses the movement of the sensing lever in the second direction.

Operator with at least two linkage mechanisms for opening and closing pivotal windows

An operator for opening and closing pivotal windows comprises at least two pull and pressure transferring, flexible linkage mechanisms (3,4) connected at one end to a fixture (5,6) on a frame member and at the opposite end in engagement with a driving device (12-17) mounted on the opposite main frame member (2). The driving device is common to the linkage mechanisms and is together with the parts of the linkage mechanisms engaging it mounted in a common housing (7) for receiving the entire length of the linkage mechanisms (3,4) and provided with guides (8,9) and lead-in openings (8a,9a) for the linkage mechanisms (3,4). A carrier element (10,11) in connection with the guides is via transmission elements (12-16) in the housing 87,28; 54) connected with a common driving unit (17).

Cargo securing mechanism for a trunk door of a vehicle

A vehicle trunk door includes a door panel. A hinge is coupled to the door panel for rotating the door panel between a plurality of rotational positions. A motor is coupled to the hinge, wherein the motor applies a rotational force to the hinge, wherein the rotational force biases the door panel toward a closed position. When cargo is disposed within a trunk aperture, the door panel is biased against the cargo to at least partially secure the cargo within the trunk aperture.

Confinement cabin for working operative areas

A confinement cabin has a load-bearing structure, confinement walls connected to the load-bearing structure to delimit an inner space of the cabin, an access opening to the inner space, and a door connected to the load-bearing structure to close the access opening. The door is movable in opening and closing with a pivoting-tilting movement and has a movable arm which at a first end is rotationally connected to the load-bearing structure to rotate around a hinging axis, and a closing panel rotationally connected to a second end of the movable arm to rotate around a tilting axis. Rotation of the panel around the tilting axis is synchronized with rotation of the movable arm around the hinging axis by an elastic transmission system between a first pulley coaxial to the hinging axis and a second pulley coaxial to the tilting axis. Rotation of the panel around the tilting axis is in the opposite direction to rotation of the movable arm around the hinging axis.

ACTUATING SYSTEM FOR A BUILDING CLOSURE AND BUILDING CLOSURE WITH AN ACTUATION DEVICE

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Betätigungsanordnung für einen Gebäudeverschluss (1), mit einer Verriegelungseinrichtung (24), die wenigstens einen Verschlussriegel (25) aufweist, der in einer Verriegelungsstellung einen Flügel (3) des Gebäudeverschlusses (1) bezüglich eines Rahmens (2) in einer Geschlossenstellung festsetzt und in einer Freigabestellung zum Öffnen des Gebäudeverschlusses (1) freigibt. Dabei ist vorgesehen, dass die Betätigungsanordnung einen maschinellen Gebäudeverschlussantrieb (28) aufweist, der über ein an dem Rahmen (2) lagerbares Antriebselement (29) und über ein dem Flügel (3) zugeordnetes Halteteil (31) verfügt, wobei das Antriebselement (29) in einer ersten Stellung des Halteteils (31) freigegeben und in einer zweiten Stellung bezüglich des Halteteils (31) festgesetzt ist, wobei das Halteteil (31) derart mit dem Verschlussriegel (25) wirkverbunden ist, dass in der ersten Stellung des Halteteils (31) der Verschlussriegel (25) in seiner Verriegelungsstellung und in der ...

SMOKE EXTRACTION DEVICE

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Rauchabzugseinrichtung, umfassend einen Rahmen (1), eine schwenkbar am Rahmen (1) gelagerter Klappe (2), eine zum Verschwenken der Klappe (2) gegenüber dem Rahmen (1) ausgebildete Betätigungseinrichtung (3) und eine zum rauchdichten Verschließen der Klappe (2) gegenüber dem Rahmen (1) ausgebildete Schließeinrichtung (4). Nach der Erfindung ist vorgesehen, dass die Betätigungseinrichtung (3) einen Kettenantrieb (3.1) und die Schließeinrichtung (4) einen mit dem Kettenantrieb (3.1) wirkverbundenen Riegel (4.1) aufweist.

STAGED LOAD AMPLIFIED POWER CLOSURE SYSTEM

Electric actuator with chain for a wing and method for mounting a gate including such an actuator

Kettenschubantrieb

Lifting assembly for tailgate, boot lid or bonnet of vehicle

The lid (1) is pivotable with respect to a fixed part (8) about a pivot axis (2). The assembly consists of a gas spring (4) having a first end (6) connected to a link element (7) for connection with a bearing (12) assigned to the fixed part. A further link element (11) is connected to the second end for attachment to the lid (1). The vertical distance between the pivot axis and the link element can be adjusted in between an exit distance cA and an end distance cE in such a way that on adjustment of the exit distance, the lid closes against the rotational moment exerted by the gas spring. Also, on adjustment of the end distance, the lid is opened by the rotational moment exerted by the gas spring.

AUTOMATIC DOOR OPERATOR

AUTOMATIC DOOR OPERATOR A door operator of electromechanical character for utilization with swing-mounted doors is provided in a selfcontained unit for mounting as a part of a door frame of for attachment to existing doors and frames. The opener has a door driving shaft mounted for rotation about a vertical axis and connectable to a door for closing and opening of the door when rotated, and a transmission interconnecting a prime mover and door driving shaft for rotation to open the door upon selective delivery of power by the prime mover. A pinion interconnected with the shaft meshes with a rack gear for shifting of the rack gear about a longitudinal axis in response to rotation of the shaft. The unit includes a module of interchangeable character having a preloaded spring and configured for the intended direction(s) of rotation of the door for opening. The spring receives energy from the rack gear upon door opening and then transfers the stored energy to the rack gear upon cessation of ...

MANUALLY RELEASABLE COUPLING DEVICE FOR CONNECTING AN ELONGATE OPERATOR MEANS WITH A FRAME OR MAIN FRAME MEMBER OF A WINDOW AND A PIVOTAL, CHAIN OPENER OPERATED WINDOW WITH SUCH ACOUPLING DEVICE

A manually releasable coupling device for connecting an elongate operator means (2) with a frame or main frame member of a window comprises a first coupling member (3) for connection with a free end of the operator means (2) and a second coupling member (6-10) designed for mounting in or on the frame or main frame member. The first coupling member is a flat disc-shaped element (3) with a substantially keyhole-shaped recess 85), while the second coupling member comprises a shaft section (6) for mounting in a bore in the frame member or the main frame member in connection with a turning handle (7). The shaft section (6) has a local constriction (8) for releasable engagement with the keyhole-shaped recess (5) in the disc-shaped element (3). With a view to allowing manual closing of the window under surmounting of sealing pressure, the shaft section may be eccentric relative to the rotational axis of the turning handle.

Clutch automatic door opening device and refrigerator

Improved generation system of windowing

The utility model provides an improved generation system of windowing belongs to mechanical technical field. This improved generation system of windowing includes: the window frame, the casement, the casement lower extreme articulates on the window frame, the connecting block sets firmly in the casement upper end, the rack of windowing comprises the sub - rack of a plurality of series connection, and two adjacent sub - racks are articulated to link together, and the sub - rack that lies in foremost links to each other with the connecting block, the gear is connected with the rack toothing that windows, can drive the related casement of rack of windowing during the gear action and rotate for the casement is closed or is opened, gear motor drives the casement with the continuous drive gear of gear and closes or open, and gear motor has automatic controls and stopper, but automatic controls driving brake locks the gear or loosens the gear, stop gear sets up between casement lower extreme and ...

Airtight door control device and airtight door

Automatic rainy day switching balcony window of management

Automatic door opening device and dish washing machine with automatic door opening device

The utility model discloses an automatic door opening device and a dish washing machine with the automatic door opening device. The automatic door opening device comprises a push rod which is arrangedon a machine body with a machine door, the end, facing the machine door, of the push rod is connected with the machine door through a connecting structure, and the push rod has an extending positiondriving the machine door to open a certain opening and a reset position retracting into the machine body; the driving assembly drives the push rod to be switched between an extending position and a resetting position; first sensing element, detecting the connection state of the door and the push rod; when the connecting structure disconnects the push rod and separates from the machine door, the first sensing element sends a detection signal to the driving assembly to control the driving assembly to drive the push rod to retract to the reset position, and the problems that in the prior art, household ...

냉장고 및 이의 제어방법

... 본 발명은 냉장고에 관한 것으로, 사용자가 냉장고의 도어를 용이하게 개방할 수 있는 냉장고에 관한 것이다. 본 발명은 냉장고의 도어가 오작동으로 자동 개방되는 것을 방지할 수 있는 냉장고 및 이의 제어방법에 관한 것이다.

APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR CONTROLLING OPENING HEIGHT OF POWER TAIL GATE

The present invention relates to an apparatus and a method for controlling an opening height of a power tail gate, capable of estimating the height of a driver based on previously stored IMS information and automatically sets the maximum opening height of the power tail gate in accordance with the estimated height, so the driver can easily close the power tail gate even when the driver is short. The apparatus for controlling an opening height of a power tail gate according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a power tail gate opening/closing unit; a tail gate control module for controlling the opening and closing of the power tail gate opening/closing unit; an IMS memory unit for storing IMS information of a driver; and a control unit for providing a user setting mode (USM) interface. The control unit sets the maximum opening height of the power tailgate based on the IMS information of the driver stored in the IMS memory unit when the opening height setting of the tailgate ...

Swing door opening and closing device for car using worm gear camplate

SETTING ELEMENT FOR A COMPONENT THAT IS MOVABLY FASTENED TO A MOTOR VEHICLE BODY

The invention relates to a setting element (1) for a component that is movably fastened to a motor vehicle body (25), wherein the setting element (1) can be arranged between the vehicle body (25) and the movable component in such a way that by means of the setting element (1), a relative movement between the vehicle body (25) and the movable component can be generated, comprising an electric drive (2), a transmission (5) connected downstream of the electric drive (2), and a control unit (23), wherein the control unit (23) interacts with at least one sensor (21, 22) for detecting an operating position of the setting element (1), and wherein the transmission (5) is provided with an output shaft (18), and a torsion of the output shaft (18) can be detected directly by means of the sensor (21, 22).

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes: a cabinet; a door rotatably connected to the cabinet by a hinge; and a door opening device for opening the door. The door opening device includes a driving motor and a push member configured to move in the forward/backward direction. The push member includes a first end portion positioned close to the front surface of the cabinet and a second end portion positioned on the opposite side of the first end portion. The cabinet includes a cabinet side wall positioned close to the hinge. The door includes a door side wall positioned close to the hinge. When the door is closed, the horizontal distance between the first end portion and the cabinet side wall or the door side wall is smaller than the horizontal distance between the second end portion and the cabinet side wall or the door side wall. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet having a storage chamber;a door configured to open and close the storage chamber, the door being rotatably connected to the cabinet by a hinge;a door opening device configured to open the door,wherein the door opening device comprises a driving motor and a push member configured to receive power of the driving motor to move forward and backward,the push member comprises a first end portion disposed close to a front surface of the cabinet and a second end portion disposed at an opposite side of the first end portion,the cabinet comprises a cabinet sidewall disposed close to the hinge,the door comprises a door sidewall disposed close to the hinge,in a state in which the door is closed, a horizontal distance between the cabinet sidewall or the door sidewall and the first end portion is less than a horizontal distance between the cabinet sidewall or the door sidewall and the second end portion.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the push member moves to open the door claim 1 , the first end portion and the second end portion move to approach the cabinet sidewall or the door sidewall.3. The refrigerator ...

CHAIN ACTUATOR DRIVE WITH BEARING AND BEARING LOCK

A building chain actuator drive arrangement (1) comprising a worm screw (2) having a center axis (C) and a motor (5) configured to rotate the worm screw (2) around the center axis (C). A bearing (6) having a center axis coaxial with the center axis (C) is provided to support the worm screw (2). A bracket element (7) and/or a housing element, is connected to the motor (5) and comprises an axially extending recess (8) configured to accommodate the bearing (6). A resilient assembly (12) is arranged adjacent the recess (8) and configured to allow the bearing (6) to be inserted into the recess (8) by moving the bearing (6) in a first direction (D1) along the center axis (C), and to prevent the bearing (6) from moving in a second, opposite direction (D2) after the bearing (6) has been fully inserted into the recess (8).

ХОЛОДИЛЬНЫЙ АППАРАТ И ОТКРЫВАЮЩЕЕ УСТРОЙСТВО ДЛЯ ХОЛОДИЛЬНОГО АППАРАТА

Настоящее изобретение относится к открывающему устройству (10) для холодильного аппарата (1), имеющего дверь (4), содержащую по меньшей мере одну изолированную область с периферийным уплотнением (5), причем открывающее устройство (10) содержит кожух (100), при этом выталкивающий элемент (110) выполнен с возможностью электрически управляемого выдвижения из указанного кожуха. Открывающее устройство (10) выполнено с возможностью установки на передней торцевой поверхности (3) изоляционного корпуса (2) холодильного аппарата (1) на предусмотренных крепежных элементах (11) для дверного шарнира (9) холодильного аппарата (1) и выполнено с возможностью воздействия своим выталкивающим элементом (110) на область двери (4), находящейся снаружи уплотнения (5). Настоящее изобретение также относится к холодильному аппарату с таким открывающим устройством (10). Изобретение способствует созданию открывающего устройства для холодильного аппарата и холодильного аппарата, снабженного данным устройством, в которых ...

Device for adjusting windows, flaps and the like

The invention relates to a device for the force-actuated adjustment of windows, flaps and the like which close openings in buildings, in particular as an adjustment member in automatic smoke-outlet and ventilation systems, having a rack and a gearing member which is arranged such that it engages into the toothing arrangement of the rack and is driven by a motor, there being provided, parallel to the rack, a spring which counteracts the weight at least in sub-regions of the adjustment path. In one development, the gearing exhibits a brake which is designed such that it acts only in one direction. In a further development, the device does not exhibit any weight-counteracting springs.

Betätigungsvorrichtung für ein Fahrzeug-Ausstellfenster

Window, door etc. optionally with pivot system

Electric window opening device

Automobile satellite gear lifter

Top-loaded refrigerator doors

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.

Method of assembling a handle to a selective one of a front face and a side edge of a refrigerator door

A method of assembling allows a refrigerator handle to be selectively mounted to a front face portion or a side edge of a refrigerator door. The handle includes first and second ends separated by an intermediate portion, wherein each of the handle ends includes a recessed section. Each of the recessed sections includes a mounting arrangement formed therein, which is adapted to receive either a bracket for mounting the handle to the side edge of the door or a clip for mounting the handle to the front face portion of the door. The method includes selectively attaching the handle to the front face of the door through the clip, or to the side edge with the mounting bracket.

DOOR OF REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

In a refrigerator door in which a decoration member is mounted to a door frame using a foam material, the foam material fills a space formed between the decoration member mounted to a front side of the door frame and a rear panel mounted to a rear side of the door frame. Accordingly, the decoration member can be fixed to the door frame through direct contact with the foam material. 1. A method for manufacturing a refrigerator door , comprising:assembling a door frame including a front side, a rear side, a left lateral side, a right lateral side, a top side and a bottom side;temporarily mounting a front panel to be fixed to the front side of the door frame;forming a mounting part on the front side of the door frame to support the front panel;forming at least one opening, defined by the mounting part, on the front side of the door frame;forming a position fixing projection at the front side of the door frame along a periphery of the door frame to guide the front panel to a position where the front panel is temporarily mounted;attaching an adhesive member to the mounting part, between the mounting part and the front panel, the adhesive member comprising a double-sided tape;fixing a rear panel to the rear side of the door frame; andinjecting a foam material into an inner space defined by the door frame and the front panel such that the foam material expands through at least one opening formed on the front side of the door frame and comes into contact with a rear surface of the front panel to permanently fix the front panel to the door frame by adhesion of the foam material, such that the front panel is attached to the door frame without engaging any portion of the door frame with a front surface of the front panel, enabling the entire front surface of the front panel to be visible from a front of the refrigerator door.2. The manufacturing method according to claim 1 , wherein the position fixing projection has a smaller height than the front panel.3. The manufacturing ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator is provided. The refrigerator may include a refrigerator body with a storage space defined therein, a door frame rotatably coupled to the refrigerator body to open and close the storage space, a transparent molded body coupled to a front surface of the door frame, and a glass panel coupled to a front of the transparent molded body. The transparent molded body may include a three-dimensional pattern formed on a surface thereof, and the glass panel may include a two-dimensional pattern having a gradation in at least one of brightness, saturation and hue. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a body having a storage space defined therein;a door frame rotatably coupled to the body to open and close the storage space;a transparent molded body coupled to a front surface of the door frame, the transparent molded body including a three-dimensional pattern on a rear surface thereof; anda front glass coupled to a front surface of the transparent molded body, the front class including a two-dimensional pattern on a rear surface thereof, the two-dimensional pattern including at least one transparent portion and at least one opaque portion.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the three-dimensional pattern is formed by variations in thickness of the transparent molded body that forms a contour on the rear surface of the transparent molded body.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the front surface of the transparent molded body is smooth.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein a distance between the rear surface of the transparent molded body and the front surface of the door frame varies along the three-dimensional pattern claim 3 , and a distance between the front surface of the transparent molded body and the front surface of the door frame is substantially uniform.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the two-dimensional pattern is coated claim 1 , printed or painted on the rear surface of the front glass and comprises a gradation in at least one of ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a body having a cooling chamber, a door configured to open or close the cooling chamber, and a cover disposed at a front region of the cooling chamber so as to be movable up and down. Under such configuration, a temperature change occurring from a predetermined region inside the cooling chamber when the cooling chamber is open, can be prevented. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a body having a cooling chamber;a door configured to open or close the cooling chamber; anda cover disposed at a front region of the cooling chamber so as to be movable up and down.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein at least a rail is provided at the cooling chamber in upper and lower moving directions of the cover.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the rail is concaved from a wall surface of the cooling chamber claim 2 , and an insertion opening inserted into the rail is provided at the cover.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein the cover is detachable.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the cooling chamber includes a freezing chamber and a refrigerating chamber claim 1 , and the cover is provided at the freezing chamber or the refrigerating chamber.6. The refrigerator of claim 2 , further comprising a position fixing unit configured to fix the cover to an upward or downward-moved position.7. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein the position fixing unit includes:a protrusion provided at the cover; andan engaging portion engaged with the protrusion.8. The refrigerator of claim 7 , wherein the engaging portion is disposed in upper and lower moving directions of the cover.9. The refrigerator of claim 7 , wherein the protrusion elastically comes in contact with the engaging portion.10. The refrigerator of claim 6 , wherein the position fixing unit includes:a protrusion unit provided at the cover; andan engaging portion engaged with the protrusion unit.11. The refrigerator of claim 10 , wherein the protrusion unit includes:is a body having a plate shape ...

Polyurethane-Polyurea Coated Door for Walk-in Coolers and Freezers

Described herein is a custom built-to-size, polyurethane-polyurea coated door for walk-in coolers and freezers, which will withstand collision, and wear-and-tear in an industrial or commercial setting.

REFRIGERATOR

An exemplary refrigerator that can comprise a housing sized to be placed on a countertop and a door associated with the housing. The door can have an inner surface that contacts an opening surface of the housing when closed, wherein a significant portion of the inner surface is provided within a plane, and at least a part of the inner surface includes a curve that protrudes from the plane. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a housing sized to be placed on a countertop; anda door associated with the housing, and having an inner surface that contacts an opening surface of the housing when closed, wherein a significant portion of the inner surface is provided within a plane, and at least a part of the inner surface includes a curve that protrudes from the plane.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the refrigerator has a depth of approximately 8 inches to 15 inches that extends along a side portion of the housing.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the refrigerator has a depth of approximately 10.5 inches that extends along a side portion of the housing.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the refrigerator has a width of approximately 8 inches to approximately 16 inches that extends along a side of the door.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the refrigerator has a width of approximately 12.6 inches that extends along a side of the door.6. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the refrigerator has a height of approximately 10 inches to 18 inches.7. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the refrigerator has a height of approximately 13.27 inches.8. The refrigerator of claim 1 , further comprising a handle feature associated with the door claim 1 , the handle feature having a length of approximately 2 inches to 5 inches. This application relates to and claims priority from U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 61/585,888 filed on Jan. 12, 2012, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference in its entirety.The present disclosure relates to a ...

DOOR FOR REFRIGERATOR AND REFRIGERATOR HAVING THE SAME

A door for a refrigerator and a refrigerator having the same are provided. The door includes an upper door member disposed in an upper portion and a lower door member disposed under the upper door member and spaced apart from the upper door member. The door also includes a dispenser housing positioned between the upper door member and the lower door member and inwardly depressed to allow a dispenser having a discharge duct for discharging water and/or ice to be installed therein. The door further includes a coupling member that couples the dispenser housing to the upper door member or the lower door member. 1. A door for a refrigerator comprising:an outer door case;a door liner coupled to an inner side of the outer door case; and an upper door member that includes a first metal plate of a first color;', 'a lower door member that includes a second metal plate of the first color;', 'a dispenser housing that includes a third metal plate of the first color;', 'an upper connection member that is made of synthetic resin and that connects the upper door member and the dispenser housing; and', 'a lower connection member that is made of synthetic resin and that connects the lower door member and the dispenser housing., 'an insulator positioned in a space between the outer door case and the door liner, the outer door case comprising2. The door for a refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the upper connection member includes a first housing coupling portion that is provided in a lower portion of the upper connection member and that is configured to couple to the dispenser housing.3. The door for a refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the upper connection member comprises:a display unit configured to display at least one of dispensing information and information related to operation of the refrigerator; andan input unit configured to receive user input that controls at least one of dispensing operation and operation of the refrigerator.4. The door for a refrigerator of claim 2 , ...

HANDLE ASSEMBLY FOR A DOMESTIC APPLIANCE

A handle assembly for mounting to a door of an appliance includes a main body member having first and second end portions separated by an intermediate portion. Each of the first and second end portions includes a cavity adapted to receive an end insert formed of soft material. Each of the end inserts includes an attachment member. The handle is mounted to a front face of the door through interengagment of the attachment members and base members provided on the door without scratching the surface of the door. 1. A domestic appliance comprising:a cabinet;a door mounted relative to the cabinet, said door including a front face portion;a handle assembly for shifting the door relative to the cabinet, said handle assembly including:a main body member includingfirst and second end portions, a first recess at the first end portion of the main body member;', 'a second recess at the second end portion of the main body member;, 'first and second access holes in a wall of the main body member positioned respectively at the first and second end portions;'}a first fastener inserted through the first access hole and projecting into the first recess;a second fastener inserted through the second access hole and projecting into the second recess; andfirst and second base members secured at spaced locations on the front face portion of the door, said first and second base members projecting into the respective first and second recesses and engaging with the respective first and second fasteners to secure the handle assembly to the door.2. The domestic appliance of wherein the first and second fasteners each comprise a set screw.3. The domestic appliance of wherein the first and second fasteners each comprise a rivet.4. The domestic appliance of wherein the first and second access holes are each positioned in a side wall of the main body member respectively at the first and second end portions of the main body member.5. The domestic appliance of wherein the first and second access ...

HINGE ASSEMBLIES FOR A DOMESTIC REFRIGERATOR

A domestic appliance includes a cabinet with a door positioned at a front of the cabinet, a closer assembly secured to the door, a mounting bracket coupled to the front of the cabinet, a hinge pin extending upwardly from the mounting bracket, and a coupler body. The closer assembly includes a downwardly-extending shaft. The coupler body has a first inner sidewall defining a lower aperture that receives an upper end of the hinge pin, and a second inner sidewall defining an upper aperture that receives a lower end of the shaft. The shaft of the closer assembly has a first plurality of splines formed thereon, and the second inner sidewall of the coupler body has a second plurality of splines formed thereon. The second plurality of splines of the coupler body engages the first plurality of splines of the shaft. 1. A domestic refrigerator comprising:a cabinet having a temperature-controlled compartment defined therein,a door positioned at a front of the cabinet, the door being operable to pivot about an axis of rotation between (i) a closed position in which user access to the temperature-controlled compartment is limited and (ii) an open position in which user access to the temperature-controlled compartment is permitted,a closer assembly including a base secured to the door and a downwardly-extending shaft moveably coupled to the base,a mounting bracket coupled to the front of the cabinet,a hinge pin defining the axis of rotation and extending upwardly from the mounting bracket, anda coupler body having (i) a first inner sidewall defining a lower aperture that receives an upper end of the hinge pin, and (ii) a second inner sidewall defining an upper aperture that receives a lower end of the shaft,wherein (i) the shaft of the closer assembly has a first plurality of splines formed thereon, and (ii) the second inner sidewall of the coupler body has a second plurality of splines formed thereon, the second plurality of splines engaging the first plurality of splines to ...

REFRIGERATOR WITH SPLIT TYPE SHELVES

A refrigerator with split type shelves comprises: a refrigerator body having a storage space; doors disposed on a front surface of the refrigerator body, and configured to open and close the storage space; first shelves installed at an inner side of the storage space, and accommodating storage items thereon; and a shelf assembly disposed between the first shelves and the door, and installed so as to be movable with respect to the refrigerator body such that front surfaces of the first shelves are exposed to a front surface of the refrigerator body. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a refrigerator body having a storage space;one or more doors hinge-coupled to the refrigerator body, and configured to open and close the storage space;one or more first shelves installed inside the storage space; andone or more second shelves positioned between at least one of the one or more doors and one or more of the first shelves;wherein the one or more second shelves are mounted on a fixing frame; andwherein the fixing frame is rotatable with respect to the refrigerator body independently from the one or more doors, such that front surfaces of the second shelves are exposed to a front surface of the refrigerator body when at least one of the one or more doors is open and when the fixing frame is rotated outward from the refrigerator body, and such that the front surfaces of the second shelves and the front surfaces of the first shelves are aligned when at least one of the one or more doors is open and when the fixing frame is not rotated outward from the refrigerator body2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein one end of the fixing frame is rotatably installed with respect to the refrigerator body.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein a central portion of the fixing frame is rotatably installed with respect to the refrigerator body.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the fixing frame comprises:a shelf fixing portion to which the second shelves are fixed; anda body-fixed ...

Refrigerator

A refrigerator that includes a compartment to store foods, and a door to open and close the compartment. The door has a door main body, a door handle movably disposed on the door main body to actuate the door main body to be easily opened, a slider protruding toward the refrigerator main body in response to movement of the door handle, and a driving force transfer unit. The driving force transfer unit may be located between the door handle and slider to transfer a driving force, generated upon pulling the door handle, to the slider. The door further includes a pocket housing partially buried into the door main body and receiving therein the door handle. The slider and the driving force transfer unit may be individually detachable. This configuration facilitates opening of the refrigerator and inspection and replacement of components of the driving force transfer unit.

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD FOR OPENING/CLOSING DOOR THEREOF

A refrigerator includes a main body, a storage room defined in the main body, and a cooling device configured to cool the storage room. The refrigerator also includes a door rotatably connected to the main body and configured to open and close the storage room. The refrigerator also includes a door storage mounted to the door and having a side storage portion that is accessible when the door is open to an acute opening angle. In addition, the refrigerator includes a door locking mechanism configured to selectively lock the door at the acute opening angle at which the side storage portion is exposed between the main body and the door. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a main body;a storage room defined in the main body;a cooling device configured to cool the storage room;a door rotatably connected to the main body and configured to open and close the storage room;a door storage unit mounted to the door and having a side storage portion that is accessible when the door is open to an acute opening angle; anda door locking mechanism configured to selectively lock the door at the acute opening angle at which the side storage portion is exposed between the main body and the door.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the side storage portion is an opening in the door storage unit that extends in a lateral direction of the door.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the side storage portion is located at a side of the door storage unit.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the side storage portion is located at a side of the door storage unit claim 1 , which is furthest from a rotational center of the door.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the side storage portion has an inner wall and claim 1 , when the door is closed claim 1 , a gap enables air from the storage room to enter the side storage portion past the inner wall.6. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the side storage portion has an opening at a first side and is blocked at a second side opposite to ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a main body and a storage room defined in the main body. The refrigerator also includes a cooling device configured to cool the storage room, a first storage area disposed inside the storage room, and a door mounted to the main body. The refrigerator further includes a second storage unit disposed at the door and a third storage unit configured to move between an inserted position inside the storage room and an extracted position in which at least a portion of the third storage unit is extracted outside of the storage room. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a main body;a storage room defined in the main body;a cooling device configured to cool the storage room;a first storage area disposed inside the storage room;a door mounted to the main body and configured to open and close the storage room;a second storage unit disposed at the door; anda third storage unit configured to move between an inserted position inside the storage room and an extracted position in which at least a portion of the third storage unit is extracted outside of the storage room,wherein, in the extracted position, the portion of the third storage unit extracted outside of the storage room defines an obtuse inclination angle with respect to a portion of a front surface of the storage room that extends from the third storage unit toward a wall of the main body to which the door is mounted.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein a width of the third storage unit is smaller than a width of the door.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the third storage is in the inserted position inside the storage room and the door is closed claim 1 , the third storage unit is positioned adjacent to a rear surface of the door.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , when the third storage unit is in the inserted position inside the storage room and the door is closed claim 1 , the third storage unit is positioned adjacent to a front of the first storage area claim ...

Refrigerator and handle assembly method thereof

Disclosed herein are a refrigerator which increases convenience in assembly of a handle and reduces generation of scratches on doors and drawers in assembly of the handle, and a handle assembly method thereof. The refrigerator includes doors rotatably combined with a main body, a handle combined with each door to open and close each door, a first handle fixing unit assembled with each door to fix the handle to each door and provided with an inclined part fixed to the handle by a fastening unit, a second handle fixing unit assembled with each door to fix the handle to each door and combined with the handle in a sliding manner, a first connector assembled with the handle and fastened to the first handle fixing unit by the fastening unit, and a second connector assembled with the handle and combined with the second handle fixing unit in the sliding manner.

REFRIGERATOR

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 therein while having one surface thereof open, a heat insulation member accommodated in the accommodating space, a cover configured to cover the one surface of the case that is open, and a metallic plate being coupled to an outer side of the cover. The cover includes a heat conduction blocking part being protruded to both sides of the metallic plate while having a bent-shape cross section so as to prevent heat from being transmitted to both side surfaces of the rotating bar after being heat conducted along the metallic plate. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a body;a storage compartment formed at an inside the body while having a front surface thereof open;a first door configured to open/close a portion of the front surface of the storage compartment that is open;a second door configured to open/close a remaining portion of the front surface of the storage compartment that is open;a first gasket installed at a rear surface of the first door to seal a gap formed between the first door and the body;a second gasket installed at a rear surface of the second door to seal a gap formed between the second door and the body; anda rotating bar rotatably coupled to the first door to seal a gap formed between the first door and the second door in a state that the first door and the second door are closed, a case provided with an accommodating space therein, and having one surface thereof open;', 'a heat insulation member accommodated in the accommodating space;', 'a metallic plate being coupled to the one surface of the case that is open;', 'a heat generating member configured to prevent frost formation on the metallic plate; and', 'a heat insulation film being formed on an exposed surface of the metallic plate to prevent heat of the heat generating member from penetrating to the storage compartment after being heat- ...

Door For Refrigerator And Method For Manufacturing The Same, Metal Container And Method For Manufacturing The Same, And Apparatus And Method For Processing Metal Sheet

Provided is a door for a refrigerator. The door includes an outer door manufactured by pressing and deforming a metal sheet. The outer door includes a first surface, second to fifth surfaces extending from the first surface, and a plurality of flanges extending from the second to fifth surfaces. The first to fifth surfaces are integrated with each other and defined based on the pressing and deforming of the metal sheet. A door liner is coupled to surfaces of the plurality of flanges of the outer door, and an insulation material is disposed in a space defined between the door liner and the outer door. 1. A door for a refrigerator , the door comprising:an outer door manufactured by pressing and deforming a metal sheet, the outer door comprising a first surface, second to fifth surfaces extending from the first surface, and a plurality of flanges extending from the second to fifth surfaces, the first to fifth surfaces being integrated with each other and defined based on the pressing and deforming of the metal sheet;a door liner connected to surfaces of the plurality of flanges of the outer door; andan insulation material disposed in a space defined between the door liner and the outer door.2. The door according to claim 1 , wherein the first surface defines a front surface of the outer door claim 1 , the second surface and the third surface face each other and define side surfaces of the outer door claim 1 , the fourth surface defines a bottom surface of the outer door claim 1 , and the fifth surface faces the fourth surface and defines a top surface of the outer door.3. The door according to claim 1 , wherein the second to fifth surfaces are pressed and deformed by a liquid disposed into a mold frame in processing the outer door.4. The door according to claim 1 , wherein the metal sheet is primarily and secondarily pressed to manufacture the first to fifth surfaces.5. The door according to claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of flanges is bent toward a center of ...

REFRIGERATOR WITH MODULE RECEIVING CONDUITS

A refrigerator door includes the ability to mount a variety of modules requiring utilities, such as electricity and fluids, within adjustable locations in the door of the refrigerator. The door includes a conduit extending in at least one direction and including one or more plug-in connectors for allowing a module with a mating connector to be positioned on the door for supplying operating utilities to the module. This allows the purchaser of the refrigerator to add components and accessories to the refrigerator after purchase or select desired features at the time of purchase. 1. A door assembly comprising:a door comprising an inner liner, an outer skin, and at least one hinge for mounting the door to a refrigerator for opening and closing the door;a conduit mounted to the door for carrying at least one of an electrical conductor and a fluid transmission tube;at least one of an electrical conductor and fluid transmission tube positioned within the conduit;at least one connector positioned at a selectable location along the conduit and coupled to the at least one of an electrical conductor and a fluid transmission tube; anda module for mounting to the door and requiring at least one of electricity and a fluid from the tube for its operation, the module comprising a module connector for mating with the at least one connector when the module is mounted to the door at a selected location.2. The door assembly as defined in wherein the door is foam insulated and a cavity defining the conduit is formed in the door while the foam insulation is injected.3. The door assembly as defined in wherein the cavity is formed by inserting an elongated tubular mandrel into the door claim 2 , foaming the insulation around the mandrel claim 2 , and withdrawing the mandrel.4. The door assembly as defined in wherein the conduit extends vertically along substantially the height of the door.5. The door assembly as defined in wherein a plurality of connectors are coupled to the conduit at ...

LATCH APPARATUS AND REFRIGERATOR HAVING THE SAME

A refrigerator includes a latch apparatus configured to lock and release a home bar door. The latch apparatus includes a locking rod and a switch at an upper side of the home bar door and includes a pressing part at a front surface of the switch and a protrusion part protruding to a rear surface of the switch. A case is provided at an upper side of an opening corresponding to the position of the switch and includes a guide rail having an elliptical moving path, a rotatable cam having one end installed inside the case and other end having a locking groove with which the locking rod is locked and released, a moving shaft movable along the guide rail, a stopper to fix and release the moving shaft, and a torsion spring connected to the cam and the moving shaft. 1. A refrigerator comprising a body , a door configured to open and close a front surface of the body and having an opening , a home bar door configured to open and close the opening , and a latch apparatus configured to lock and release the home bar door , the latch apparatus comprising:a locking rod provided at an upper side of the home bar door;a switch provided at an upper side of the home bar door and comprising a pressing part provided at a front surface of the switch and a protrusion part connected to the pressing part and protruding from a rear surface of the switch;a case provided at an upper side of the opening corresponding to a position of the switch, and comprising a guide rail having an elliptical moving path;a cam having one end installed inside the case so as to be rotatable and another end provided with a locking groove;a moving shaft provided so as to be movable along the guide rail;a stopper provided inside the case so as to be rotatable to fix and release the moving shaft; anda torsion spring having one side connected to the cam and another side connected to the moving shaft so that, when the home bar door is closed, the other side of the torsion spring connected to the moving shaft is fixed ...

DOOR CLOSURE STRUCTURE FOR ROTARY DOOR AND SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR COMPRISING THE SAME

A door closure structure for a rotary door and a side-by-side refrigerator comprising the same are provided. The rotary door is rotatably mounted on a main body. The door closure structure comprises: a hinge assembly comprising a hinge body, a hinge plate and a hinge shaft, via which the rotary door is mounted on the main body; a supporting plate extended in a lateral direction, provided with a first hole and connected with a front end of the hinge body; a mask body fixed on the rotary door, in which a mask cavity is defined and in a surface of which a second hole is disposed; and an engaging block retractably and movably disposed in the mask cavity. A part of the engaging block is exposable out of the mask body from the second hole and engagable with the first hole to make the rotary door close the main body. 1. A door closure structure for a rotary door rotatably mounted on a main body , comprising: a hinge body fixed on the main body in a longitudinal direction;', 'a hinge plate provided with a hinge hole and connected with a rear end of the hinge body; and', 'a hinge shaft fitted with the hinge hole;, 'a hinge assembly, wherein the rotary door is mounted on the main body via the hinge assembly, and the hinge assembly comprisesa supporting plate extended in a lateral direction, provided with a first hole and connected with a front end of the hinge body;a mask body fixed on the rotary door, wherein a mask cavity is defined in the mask body and a second hole is disposed in a surface of the mask body; andan engaging block retractably and movably disposed in the mask cavity, wherein a part of the engaging block is exposable out of the mask body from the second hole and the part of the engaging block extended out of the mask body is engagable with the first hole to make the rotary door close the main body.2. The door closure structure according to claim 1 , wherein a first surface of the mask body is open claim 1 , and a hollow column with a cylindrical hole defined ...

DOOR CLOSURE STRUCTURE FOR ROTARY DOOR AND SIDE-BY-SIDE REFRIGERATOR COMPRISING THE SAME

A door closure structure for a rotary door and a side-by-side refrigerator comprising the same are provided. The door closure structure comprises: a slide passage formed in an upper end surface of the rotary door; a hinge assembly comprising a hinge body, a hinge plate and a hinge shaft; and a swing plate extended in a lateral direction, a first end of the swing plate pivotably connected to a front end of the hinge body, an angle between the swing plate and the upper end surface of the rotary door ranging from 0 to 90°; a spring having two ends connected to the swing plate and the front end of the hinge body respectively; and a roller rotatably disposed at a second end of the swing plate to catch into or roll out of the slide passage following a movement of the swing plate. 1. A door closure structure for a rotary door rotatably mounted on a main body , wherein the door closure structure comprises:a slide passage, formed in an upper end surface of the rotary door; a hinge body, fixed on the main body in a longitudinal direction;', 'a hinge plate, provided with a hinge hole, and connected to a rear end of the hinge body; and', 'a hinge shaft fitted with the hinge hole; and, 'a hinge assembly, in which the rotary door is mounted on the main body by the hinge assembly and the hinge assembly comprisesa swing plate extended in a lateral direction, in which a first end of the swing plate is pivotably connected to a front end of the hinge body, and an angle between the swing plate and the upper end surface of the rotary door ranges from 0 to 90°;a spring having two ends connected to the swing plate and the front end of the hinge body respectively; anda roller rotatably disposed at a second end of the swing plate to catch into or roll out of the slide passage following a movement of the swing plate.2. The door closure structure according to claim 1 , further comprising:an inclined plate inclined upwards from a first end thereof to a second end thereof, wherein the first end ...

REFRIGERATING APPLIANCE

The invention relates to a refrigerating appliance () including a body () in which a refrigerating compartment () is defined and a door () connected to said body to open and close said compartment, and a height adjustable support assembly () connected to said body and/or said door. The refrigerating appliance () further comprises a rail (′) including a rack portion () attached to said body () within said compartment () and/or to said door (), the rail extending substantially along a vertical axis. The height adjustable support assembly () comprises: a support member () to support items to be refrigerated/frozen; a height adjustment gear () rotatably connected to the support member (), the gear meshing with the rack portion () so that the support member can be vertically moved along the rail (′); a unidirectional stopper unit () to regulate rotation of the height adjustment gear () when meshed with the rack portion (), allowing an upward movement of the support member () along the vertical axis and blocking downward movements along the vertical axis; and a lever () coupled to the unidirectional stopper unit, the lever being apt to disengage the unidirectional stopper unit so as to allow a downward movement of the support member () along the vertical axis when operated. 212323232321101010015151815152123232323abababababab. The refrigerating appliance () according to claim 1 , including a first and a second rail ( claim 1 ,;′ claim 1 ,′) each including a rack portion () claim 1 , wherein said support assembly ( claim 1 ,′ claim 1 ,) comprises a first and a second gear ( claim 1 ,) connected by a shaft () claim 1 , said first and second gear ( claim 1 ,) meshing with a corresponding rack portion () on said first and second rail ( claim 1 ,;′ claim 1 ,′).312323232330301910100ababa. The refrigerating appliance () according to claim 1 , wherein said rail ( claim 1 ,;′ claim 1 ,′) includes a plurality of protrusions () defining recesses () therebetween claim 1 , said ...

ADJUSTABLE CONNECTOR SYSTEM FOR CONNECTION TO A MODULAR APPLIANCE

An adjustable connector system for use in an appliance is provided, wherein the adjustable connector system includes a channel disposed on a surface of the appliance, an access aperture defined by a surface adjacent the channel, and a utility enabled connector at least partially received in the channel, and extending from the access aperture, wherein the utility enabled connector includes an elongated member configured to at least partially extend along the channel, and extend from the access aperture, and an interface adapted to supply at least one utility to a modular appliance configured to be removably attached to one of a plurality of removable attachment locations on the appliance. 1. An adjustable connector system for use in an appliance , the adjustable connector system comprising:a channel disposed on an interior surface of an appliance;an access aperture defined by a surface adjacent the channel; and an elongated member configured to at least partially extend along the channel, and extend from the access aperture; and', 'an interface adapted to supply at least fluid to the at least one modular appliance wherein the interface is configured to be removably attached to one of a plurality of removable attachment locations on the appliance., 'a utility enabled connector configured to supply at least fluid from the appliance to at least one modular appliance and wherein the utility enabled connector is at least partially received in the channel and, wherein the utility enabled connector comprises2. The adjustable connector system of claim 1 , wherein at least a portion of the channel on the surface of the appliance approximately aligns with the plurality of removable attachment locations on the appliance and wherein the utility enabled connector extends from the access aperture.3. The adjustable connector system of claim 2 , wherein the interface is a quick connect fitting.4. The adjustable connector system of claim 1 , wherein the channel is one of either ...

Refrigerator and filler thereof

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.

REFRIGERATOR

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 ...

NEGATIVE PRESSURE SENSING FOR AN APPLIANCE DOOR CLOSURE

A system for measuring and monitoring the closure of a refrigerated compartment of an appliance includes a controller having at least one input and at least one output for receiving and providing electrical signals to a plurality of electrical components of the appliance. The system includes a pressure sensor for monitoring the compartment to detect the presence of a negative pressure pulse indicative of a compartment closure. 1. A system for measuring and monitoring the closure of a refrigerated compartment of an appliance comprising:a controller having at least one input and at least one output for receiving and providing electrical signals to a plurality of electrical components of said appliance;a pressure sensor for monitoring said compartment having an output representative of compartment pressure operatively coupled to an input of said controller;said controller configured to;monitor said pressure sensor output to detect the presence of a negative pressure pulse indicative of a compartment closure; andcompare said negative pressure pulse magnitude to a target pressure pulse magnitude.2. The system of comprising:a user interface operatively coupled to said controller, wherein said controller is further configured to provide an indication of an improper compartment closure if said negative pressure pulse differs from said target pressure pulse by a predetermined amount.3. The system of wherein said controller is further configured to:create a calibration pressure profile by monitoring a predetermined number of closures and storing a predetermined number of pressure parameters measured by said sensor, thereby creating a target pressure profile.4. The system of wherein said pressure parameters include the average magnitude of the pressure pulse indicated by said sensor claim 3 , the average duration of the pressure pulse claim 3 , and the return time required for the compartment to return to ambient pressure.5. The system of wherein said controller is further ...

REFRIGERATOR

The present disclosure relates to the field of refrigerator equipment, in particular to a refrigerator having a height-adjustable rack, comprising a door, a guide rail vertically formed on the door, a number of adjusting grooves formed on the guide rail, a rack and a limiting groove arranged on the rack. The rack is assembled on the guide rail through the limiting groove and is able to move up and down. A guide portion, a stop block and a reset device are provided on the rack. The reset device drives the stop block to enter an adjusting groove along the guide portion such that the rack is supported at any height. A manipulating member is further provided within the rack. The interlocking of the manipulating member and the stop block is realized through the mutual pushing of inclined planes. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a door on which a guide rail extending vertically is provided, a number of adjusting grooves being formed on the guide rail;a rack on which a guide groove assembled on the guide rail is provided, the rack being able to move along the guide rail, a stop block that is able to reciprocate toward the guide rail being further movably provided on the rack;a reset device provided on the rack, the reset device driving the stop block to enter an adjusting groove; anda manipulating member movably provided on the rack;wherein a direction of movement of the manipulating member and a direction of movement of the stop block form a certain included angle, inclined planes corresponding to each other are formed on the manipulating member and the stop block, respectively, and the interlocking of the manipulating member and the stop block is realized through the mutual pushing of the inclined planes.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , characterized in that the upper side of the adjusting grooves has a depth value that is gradually increased from up to down and forms a driving surface claim 1 , and the driving surface is able to push the stop block to move as ...

Refrigerator

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.

GUIDE ASSEMBLY FOR USE IN DOOR OF REFRIGERATOR, AND REFRIGERATOR

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 ...

HINGE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY

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 ...

Unified Freezer Chamber Venting with Door Handle

The present invention relates to a freezer and method for fabricating a freezer. 112303. Freezer () , in particular for providing ultra low temperatures , having a casing device () , which encases the inner volume () of the freezer and which has a door member () , which , in a closed position of the door member , closes the inner volume and which , in an opened position , allows for accessing the inner volume ,{'b': 7', '7', '7', '8', '9', '40', '2', '8', '20, 'i': a,', 'b,, 'a ventilation device (, , ), which is configured to at least temporarily connect the inner volume with the surroundings () of the casing device () by a vent channel (), which may become blocked by frozen material (),'}{'b': 9', '8', '20', '9', '8, 'a breaker element (), which is movably arranged at the vent channel () to break the frozen material () by a breaking movement, when the breaker element () is moved from a first breaker position, where the frozen material may block the vent channel (), to a second breaker position, whereby the frozen material may be removed by the breaker element to unblock the vent channel,'}{'b': 4', '4', '4', '4', '4', '6', '3, 'i': a,', 'b,', 'c,', 'd,, 'a handle device (; ) for closing and opening the door member (), wherein the freezer is configured to effect said breaking movement by an operation of the handle device.'}244444a,b,c,d. Freezer according to claim 1 , wherein the handle device has a handle member (; ) claim 1 , which is movably arranged at the door element and can effect said breaking movement by a handle movement claim 1 , which transfers the handle member at least from a first handle position to a second handle position.378. Freezer according to claim 2 , wherein the ventilation device is formed as a valve () claim 2 , which is configured to block the vent channel () in the first valve position and to open the vent channel in a second valve position claim 2 , wherein said handle movement transfers the valve from the first valve position to the ...

DOMESTIC REFRIGERATION APPLIANCE WITH AN INNER CONTAINER AND A BASE

The invention relates to a domestic refrigeration device comprising: a heat-insulated inner container having an inner space; a refrigerant circuit provided for cooling the interior space; a door leaf for opening and closing the interior space; and a base on which the inner container is arranged and in which at least part of the refrigerant circuit is arranged. At least part of the front of said base is open to allow an exchange of air from the interior of the base with the surroundings of the domestic appliance. An air guiding element is mounted in front of the base and has a continuous front wall covering the front of the base and is spaced apart from the floor on which the base stands. The air guiding element is open downwards in the direction of the floor. 1. A domestic refrigeration appliance , having a heat-insulated inner container with a coolable interior space , a refrigerant circuit provided for cooling the interior space , a door leaf provided for opening and closing the interior space and a base , on which the inner container is arranged and in which at least part of the refrigerant circuit is arranged , at least part of the front face of the base being open to allow an exchange of air from the interior of the base with the surroundings of the domestic refrigeration appliance , characterized in that an air guiding apparatus is mounted in front of the base , having a continuous front wall mounted in front of the front face of the base and at a distance from the floor on which the base stands , the air guiding apparatus being open at the bottom in the direction of the floor.2. The domestic refrigeration appliance as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the continuous front wall of the air guiding apparatus extends to the height of the upper edge of the base.3. The domestic refrigeration appliance as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the air guiding apparatus has two preferably continuous side walls claim 1 , which extend from the front face of the base to the front wall ...

OPENING DEVICE FOR A MOTOR VEHICLE DOOR ELEMENT

An opening device for a motor vehicle door element having an electric drive and an actuating means, wherein the actuating means is adjustable by means of the drive and a gear mechanism arranged between the actuating means and the drive, with the result that a movement of the door element can be made possible, and a sensor for detecting a force on the opening device, wherein the door element can be held by way of the actuating means. 1. An opening device for a motor vehicle door element , the opening device comprising:an electric drive;an actuator that is adjustable by the electric drive and a gear mechanism arranged between the actuator and the electric drive, whereby a movement of the door element is possible; anda sensor, wherein the motor vehicle door element is held by the actuator.2. The opening device according to claim 1 , wherein the actuator has a lock.3. The opening device according to claim 2 , wherein the lock is connected to a body of a motor vehicle in a form-fitting manner.4. The opening device according to claim 3 , wherein the lock is releasably brought into engagement with the body.5. The opening device according to claim 2 , wherein the lock is electrically controllable by an electromotive drive.6. The opening device according to claim 5 , wherein the lock has a locking slide which is configured to be displaced by the electromotive drive.7. The opening device according to claim 6 , wherein the lock includes a locking lever that is pivotable by the locking slide.8. The opening device according to claim 2 , wherein the lock is integrated into the actuator.9. The opening device according to claim 6 , wherein the lock includes a locking lever that is brought into engagement with a locking contour.10. The opening device according to claim 2 , wherein the lock has an emergency operation so that the lock is unlocked manually.11. The opening device according to claim 10 , wherein the emergency operation is formed from a shaft contour on a locking slide.12 ...

ELECTRONIC DEVICE

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 ...

LEAF SPRING FLIPPER MULLION

A refrigerator assembly includes a cabinet having one or more compartments and a door configured to provide access to the one or more compartments. The refrigerator assembly further includes a mullion portion movably attached with respect the door and a hinge assembly attaching the mullion portion to the door such that the mullion portion is rotatably movable with respect to the door about a rotational axis between a first position and a second position. The refrigerator assembly further includes a leaf spring and a cam structure. The cam structure includes a first recess for receiving the leaf spring when the mullion portion is in the first position. The cam structure further includes a second recess for receiving the leaf spring when the mullion portion is in the second position.

REFRIGERATOR FOR PREVENTING DEWING ON DOOR GASKET

The disclosure relates to a refrigerator for preventing dewing on door gaskets, including one or more doors, each door having a rear or internal surface; a door gasket along one or more edges of the rear or internal surface of at least one of the one or more doors to prevent cool air in an interior of the refrigerator from leaking to outside the refrigerator; and a cool air shield between a door inside surface and the door gasket, configured to separate the door gasket and the interior of the refrigerator from each other. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:one or more doors, each door having a rear or internal surface;a door gasket along one or more edges of the rear or internal surface of at least one of the one or more doors, configured to prevent cool air in an interior of the refrigerator from leaking to outside the refrigerator; anda cool air shield between a door inside surface and the door gasket, configured to separate the door gasket and the interior of the refrigerator from each other.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the door inside surface extends from the edge of the rear or internal surface of the at least one of the one or more doors toward the interior of the refrigerator.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein the cool air shield comprises a sealing surface portion contacting the door inside surface of the at least one of the one or more doors; and a shielding portion extending from one side of the sealing surface portion claim 2 , configured to separate the door gasket and the interior of the refrigerator from each other.4. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein the cool air shield is further configured to shield a space between the door inside surface and the interior of the refrigerator.5. The refrigerator according to claim 4 , wherein the shielding portion is bent or curved.6. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein one side of the sealing surface portion is in a coupling groove on the rear or internal ...

VEHICLE SIDE DOOR OPENING/CLOSING DEVICE

A vehicle side door opening/closing device includes a motor, a gear case to which the motor is fixed and which is fixed to a side door, a speed reducer built in the gear case, an output gear provided to the speed reducer, a rack of which an end portion is pivotably supported to a vehicle body and which is provided with a rack gear, and an engagement holding unit connected with the gear case and movably supporting the rack while constantly keeping an engagement allowance between the rack and the output gear. The side door is moved in an opening direction by pushing the rack and in a closing direction by pulling the rack respectively following the rotation of the output gear. The engagement holding unit rotates around a rotation center of the output gear by a swing of the rack following the opening/closing operation of the side door. 1. A vehicle side door opening/closing device for operating to open and close a side door pivotably supported to a vehicle body by a door hinge , comprising:a motor provided in the side door,a gear case to which the motor is fixed and which is directly or indirectly fixed to the side door,a speed reducer built in the gear case and reducing rotation of a rotating shaft of the motor,an output gear provided to an output part of the speed reducer,a rack of which an end portion is pivotably supported to the vehicle body and another end portion is inserted into the side door, and which is provided with a rack gear along an edge portion of the rack to engage with the output gear, andan engagement holding unit connected with the gear case and movably supporting the rack in a longitudinal direction while constantly keeping an engagement allowance between the rack and the output gear,wherein the side door is moved in an opening direction by pushing the rack in the longitudinal direction following the rotation of the output gear and the side door is moved in a closing direction by pulling the rack in the longitudinal direction following the rotation ...

REFRIGERATOR

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 ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator is provided with an easily removable basket at an inside of a pull-out door. The refrigerator includes a pull-out door for opening or closing a storage chamber of the refrigerator, rail assemblies mounted in the storage chamber, a frame coupled to the pull-out door and mounted to the rail assemblies to be pulled out from the storage chamber while supported by the rail assemblies, and at least one basket seated on the frame, the basket including at least one handle to take the basket out from the frame. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a pull-out door to open or close a storage chamber of the refrigerator;rail assemblies mounted in the storage chamber;a frame coupled to the pull-out door and mounted to the rail assemblies to be pulled out from the storage chamber while supported by the rail assemblies; andat least one removable basket seated on the frame, the basket comprising at least one handle to take the basket out from the frame.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the frame comprises a seat formed with a bottom surface claim 1 , on which the basket is seated.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein the frame further comprises side walls shaped to enclose lower portions of side walls of the basket.4. The refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein the basket is formed to be inclined at at least a lower portion of a side wall of the basket opposing the door.5. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the handle comprises a pair of handles pivotably mounted at a top rim of the basket claim 1 , to enable a user to lift the basket with one hand.6. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the rail assemblies are mounted at lower portions of opposite side walls of the storage chamber claim 1 , respectively.7. The refrigerator according to claim 6 , wherein the basket has a greater lateral width at an upper portion thereof than at a lower portion thereof.8. The refrigerator according to claim 7 , wherein the basket is ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator, in particular a domestic refrigerator, has a body and a closure element, which jointly delimit a storage chamber. A seal is provided, which is arranged between the body and the closure element and which is at least partly arranged in a seal receptacle. The seal receptacle has a passage section for bypassing the seal. Accordingly, the passage section has at least two passage channels. 114-. (canceled)15. A refrigerator , comprising:a body;a closure element attached to said body, said body and said closure element jointly delimit a storage chamber, said closure element having a seal receptacle formed therein;a seal disposed between said body and said closure element and is at least partly disposed in said seal receptacle; andsaid seal receptacle having a passage section for bypassing said seal, said passage section having at least two passage channels.16. The refrigerator according to claim 15 , wherein said at least two passage channels are disposed at an angle relative to a longitudinal direction of said seal receptacle claim 15 , wherein said angle is between 75 degrees and 105 degrees.17. The refrigerator according to claim 15 , wherein said at least two passage channels are delimited in each case by two side walls and a bottom wall.18. The refrigerator according to claim 15 , wherein said at least two passage channels are disposed in an immediate vicinity.19. The refrigerator according to claim 15 , wherein at least one of said passage channels has a width which corresponds to a maximum of twice a width of said seal receptacle.20. The refrigerator according to claim 15 , wherein said at least two passage channels run substantially parallel to one another.21. The refrigerator according to claim 15 , wherein cross-sections in a cutting plane perpendicular to a longitudinal direction of said seal receptacle through said at least two passage channels are at least substantially identical.22. The refrigerator according to claim 15 , further comprising a ...

Door Closure

The door closure employs a pivotally mounted roller assembly to engage a roller within a recess of a mounting hook. The roller assembly also has a pair of leaf springs that are used in tandem to passively retain the bracket in each of the open position and the closed position. 1. A door closure comprisinga mounting hook defining a recess;a longitudinally extending housing defining a cavity therein;a bracket pivotally mounted within said cavity of said housing for movement between an open position and a closed position;a roller mounted on one end of said bracket and projecting from said housing for movement into said recess of said mounting hook; andat least one leaf spring secured in said housing and extending across said cavity, said leaf spring being in resilient contact with said bracket for selectively holding said bracket in each of said open position and said closed position.2. A door closure as set forth in further comprising a second roller rotatably mounted in said bracket and disposed in contact with said at least one leaf spring.3. A door closure as set forth in wherein said at least one leaf spring is arcuately disposed within said housing to accommodate rolling of said second roller thereon between said open position and said closed position.4. A door closure as set forth in further comprising a mounting bracket of flattened shape and wherein said housing is of U-shaped cross-section and is slidable mounted on said mounting bracket.5. A door closure as set forth in wherein said at least one leaf spring is of arcuate shape.6. A door closure as set forth in further comprising a second leaf spring disposed in contiguous contact with said at least one leaf spring.7. A roller assembly for a door closure comprisinga longitudinally extending housing defining a cavity therein;a bracket pivotally mounted within said cavity of said housing for movement between an open position and a closed position;a roller mounted on one end of said bracket and projecting from ...

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

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.

HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE

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 ...

AUTOMATIC VEHICLE DOOR OPENING AND CLOSING SYSTEM

An automatic vehicle door opening and closing system is a system for a vehicle having a controller with at least one button for each door having the system installed, that allows the driver of the vehicle to open or close a preferred door on the vehicle without leaving the driver's seat. A lockout circuit prevents the doors from opening with the automatic function while the vehicle is in motion though the doors may be opened manually if not locked using the vehicle's own door lock system. 1. An automatic vehicle door opening and closing system comprising: [ 'wherein said door attachment end is adapted to be pivotally attached to a hinge side of a vehicle door; and', 'a door attachment end;'}, 'wherein said vehicle attachment end is adapted to be pivotally attached to a vehicle door jamb of a vehicle; and', 'a vehicle attachment end;'}, 'wherein said at least one closing arm is adapted to pivotally swing said vehicle door to a user preferred position upon an existing vehicle door hinge axis;, 'at least one closing arm comprising;'} 'wherein said at least one electric motor is in operative communication with said at least one closing arm and is adapted to actuate said closing arm to pivotally swing said vehicle door to said user preferred position;', 'at least one electric motor;'} 'wherein said at least one obstruction sensor switch is adapted to be connected to a vehicle door jamb to detect an object located within a plane of said vehicle door closed area while said vehicle door is in a door open position and to stop a closing motion of said vehicle door and reverse said closing motion to thereby move said vehicle door to said door open position;', 'at least one obstruction sensor switch;'} 'wherein said door controller is adapted to be connected to a vehicle dash board and includes a plurality of pushbuttons thereon each in communication with said door controller and adapted to allow said user to manually control said pivotal swinging motion of said vehicle door ...

TOUCH SENSOR ASSEMBLY AND REFRIGERATOR DOOR INCLUDING A TOUCH SENSOR ASSEMBLY

A touch sensor assembly may include a touch substrate that is attached to a rear of a front panel on which touch points are displayed, a piezo disc in which a first pole and a second pole are stacked, wherein the first pole faces the touch substrate to contact a rear of the touch substrate; a holder that is configured to support a lateral surface and a rear of the piezo disc to fix the piezo disc to the rear of the touch substrate, and a cover that has a front surface which adheres to the rear of the touch substrate and that includes a concave chamber which is overlapped with the holder. A refrigerator door may include the touch sensor assembly. 1. A touch sensor assembly , comprising:a substrate that is attached to a rear surface of a panel on which touch points are illuminated through a front surface of the panel;at least one piezo disc having a first pole provided over a second pole, wherein the first pole is configured to contact the substrate;a holder that is configured to support the piezo disc and to fix the piezo disc to the substrate; anda cover that attaches to the substrate and that includes at least one cavity which is concavely formed in the cover to face the substrate and cover the holder.2. The touch sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the cover is made of at least one of modifide polyphenylene oxide (MPPO) claim 1 , polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) claim 1 , and polycarbonate (PC).3. The touch sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein a portion of the cover that forms the cavity is configured to protrude away from the substrate.4. The touch sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein a front of the cover is adhered to the substrate claim 1 , and a lattice is formed in a rear of the cover so as not to overlap with the cavity.5. The touch sensor assembly of claim 1 , wherein the cavity is configured to enclose the piezo disc and the holder claim 1 , and a portion of a front surface of the cover not including the cavity adheres to the rear surface of the substrate ...

FREEZER AND HINGE FOR SAME

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, ...

DOOR VENT SEALING ASSEMBLY

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.

REFRIGERATOR WITH REMOVABLE DISPLAY

A refrigerator includes a body having a storage compartment; a door that opens and closes the storage compartment; and a display unit separably provided on a front side of the door, if one side of the display unit is inserted into an inner side of the front side of the door due to rotation, the other side of the display unit being provided to protrude toward a front of the door. With this configuration, the display unit can be easily separated from the door. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a body having a storage compartment;a door that opens and closes the storage compartment;a display case having a first bottom surface formed from a front side of the door to a first depth and a second bottom surface extending from the first bottom surface in a lengthwise direction of the display case and being formed to a second depth greater than the first depth, the display case being formed in a recess of the front side of the door; anda removable display unit provided in the display case, if one side of the display unit is inserted into an inner side of the front side of the door due to rotation, the other side of the display unit being provided to protrude toward a front of the door.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the removable display unit comprises:a first portion rotatable into the display case by an external force; anda second portion rotatable out of the display case when the first portion is rotated into the display case.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the display case comprises a rotation support portion provided to correspond to a rear side of the removable display unit to support rotation of the display unit.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the display case further comprises a mounting support portion which is provided on the first bottom surface and on which at least a portion of a rear side of the removable display unit is mounted.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the removable display unit comprises a coupling protrusion through which ...

DEVICE FOR RELEASING CATCHER FOR REFRIGERATOR AND FREEZER

The present invention relates to a catcher release device for a refrigerator and freezer, and more particularly, to a catcher release device for a refrigerator and freezer that has releasing means disposed on the inside of a side panel on which a catcher is located in such a manner as to be connected to the catcher, so that if a person is locked in the refrigerator and freezer, an inner handle of the releasing means just rotates, irrespective of a door lock device, thus allowing the catcher to be separated from the door lock device to rapidly open a door for the refrigerator and freezer. 1. A catcher release device for a refrigerator and freezer , the catcher release device comprising:{'b': 10', '11', '15', '11', '11', '11', '19', '15', '2', '1, 'a catcher having a base frame fixed to a side panel of a door of the refrigerator and freezer by means of bolts, a housing adapted to surround the interior of the base frame in such a manner as to prevent the base frame from being forcibly disassembled to the outside and fitting-coupled to the base frame by means of a hinge shaft H in such a manner as to rotate backward, and a striker fixed to the front surface of the housing by means of bolts in such a manner as to fix a lock of a door lock device thereto; and'}{'b': 20', '21', '11', '24', '22', '21', '11', '24', '15', '22', '15', '11', '25', '26', '22', '22', '25', '26', '24', '15', '11', '11', '26', '19', '15', '2', '1, 'releasing means having a fixing frame coupled to the underside surface of the base frame by means of bolts in such a manner as to support the lower end periphery of the hinge shaft H thereagainst, a locking member and a rotary cam disposed between the fixing frame and the base frame in such a manner as to allow one end of the locking member to appear and disappear into and from the inside of the housing through the rotation of the rotary cam to fix the housing to the base frame , and an inner handle and a rotary shaft disposed on the inside of the side ...

MULLION FOR A REFRIGERATOR APPLIANCE

A refrigerator appliance includes a cabinet defining a chamber and a door coupled to the cabinet. The door is rotatable between a closed position and an open position to selectively sealingly enclose the chamber. The refrigerator appliance also includes a mullion rotatably coupled to the door via a hinge. The mullion is rotatable between a first position and a second position. The hinge includes a pivot member and a biasing element configured to retain the mullion in the first position and the second position. 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 defining a chamber;a door coupled to the cabinet and rotatable between a closed position and an open position to selectively sealingly enclose the chamber; anda mullion rotatably coupled to the door via a hinge, the mullion rotatable between a first position and a second position, the hinge comprising a pivot member and a clip spring configured to retain the mullion in the first position and the second position, the clip spring disposed in an equilibrium position in the first position and in the second position, the clip spring comprising a first hook at a first end, a second hook at a second end, and an arcuate portion extending between the first hook and the second hook, the pivot member defining an axis of rotation which passes through a pivot point of the pivot member, the pivot point positioned between the first hook and the second hook of the clip spring and proximate the arcuate portion of the clip spring in the first position, and the pivot point positioned outside of the clip spring in the second position.2. The refrigerator appliance of claim 1 , wherein the first position of the mullion corresponds to the open position of the door and the second position of the mullion corresponds to the closed position of the ...

REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE

A refrigerator including a main body forming a storage compartment, and a door configured to open and close the storage compartment. The door includes a door body rotatably coupled to the main body and including an insulator therein, a panel body positioned in a front of the door body, a first trim disposed at a first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body while being rotated with respect to the door body, and a second trim disposed at a second edge opposite to the first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body when the first trim is coupled to the door body. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body forming a storage compartment; and a door body rotatably coupled to the main body and comprising an insulator therein,', 'a panel body positioned in a front of the door body,', 'a first trim disposed at a first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body while being rotated with respect to the door body; and', 'a second trim disposed at a second edge opposite to the first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body when the first trim is coupled to the door body., 'a door configured to open and close the storage compartment, wherein the door comprises2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the door further comprises a fixing member coupled to the second trim and the door body claim 1 , the fixing member configured to fix the second trim with respect to the door body when the second trim is coupled to the door body.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the door body comprises a mounting space formed to allow the first trim to be rotated when the first trim is coupled to the door body.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein:the first trim comprises a first trim groove, andthe door body comprises a cap protrusion formed to be inserted into the first trim groove and configured to support the first trim to restrict movement of the ...

HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCE WITH A SENSOR UNIT DISPOSED ON A CLOSING ELEMENT

A household appliance includes a body or a carcass and a closing element, such as a door or a drawer, which is movably disposed on the body. A sensor unit is provided for measuring the temperature and/or the humidity. The sensor unit is at least partly disposed on the closing element. 115-. (canceled)16. A household appliance , comprising:a body;a closing element movably disposed on said body; anda sensor unit for measuring at least one of temperature or humidity, said sensor unit disposed at least partially on said closing element.17. The household appliance according to claim 16 , wherein said sensor unit is exclusively disposed on said closing element.18. The household appliance according to claim 16 , wherein said closing element is movable between an open position and a closed position claim 16 , and said sensor unit is at least partially exposed in said closed position of said closing element.19. The household appliance according to claim 16 , wherein said closing element has an edge section claim 16 , and said sensor unit is disposed on said edge section of said closing element.20. The household appliance according to claim 16 , wherein said closing element has a narrow side claim 16 , and said sensor unit is disposed on said narrow side of said closing element.21. The household appliance according to claim 16 , wherein said closing element has a frame element claim 16 , and said sensor unit is disposed on said frame element of said closing element.22. The household appliance according to claim 16 , wherein said closing element has a receiving pocket formed therein claim 16 , said sensor unit has sections claim 16 , and at least some of said sections of said sensor unit are disposed in said receiving pocket of said closing element.23. The household appliance according to claim 21 , wherein said frame element has a receiving pocket formed therein claim 21 , said sensor unit has sections claim 21 , and at least some of said sections of said sensor unit are ...

DOOR FOR REFRIGERATOR AND REFRIGERATOR

A door for a refrigerator includes a door housing, which is provided with a thermal insulation material therein, where the thermal insulation material is combined with the door housing. The door housing has a concave portion recessed backwards from a front surface of the door, where one end of the concave portion is provided with a ramp that extends forwards. A detachable member is provided and is isolated from the thermal insulation material and is connected to the door housing. Accordingly, at least one part of the ramp is formed by the detachable member. 1. A door for a refrigerator , the door comprising:a door housing;a thermal insulation material disposed in said door housing, wherein said thermal insulation material is combined with said door housing;a concave portion recessed backwards from a front surface of the door, wherein one end of said concave portion has a ramp extending forwards; anda detachable member isolated from said thermal insulation material and connected to said door housing, at least one part of said ramp is formed by said detachable member.2. The door according to claim 1 , wherein:said door housing has an accommodating cavity formed therein and disposed next to said concave portion; andsaid detachable member has a cover connected to said door housing, said cover is used to cover said accommodating cavity adjacent to said concave portion, said cover has an extension portion that extends towards said concave portion, and said extension portion forms at least one part of said ramp.3. The door according to claim 2 , further comprising a user interface electrical module that is at least partially accommodated in said accommodating cavity.4. The door according to claim 2 , wherein said door housing contains a first positioning portion that is disposed outside said accommodating cavity and used to position said extension portion in at least one direction.5. The door according to claim 2 , wherein one of said door housing or said extension portion ...

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING INNER DOOR THEREOF

A refrigerator provided with an inner panel molded through injection molding while an accommodation groove in which an installation member is accommodated is formed at the inner panel, and as a gasket is installed at an installation groove of the installation member, the use of a complex mold such as a slide core is minimized while making it easy to install the gasket at the inner panel. 1. A refrigerator , comprising:a body;a storage compartment formed at an inside of the body;an inner door having an opening corresponding to the storage compartment, and a door frame forming the opening, the inner door being rotatably coupled to the body;a plurality of door guards provided at the opening; andan outer door rotatably coupled to the body to open/close the opening,wherein the door frame comprises an inner panel, an outer panel, an insulation material disposed in between the inner panel and the outer panel, an installation member coupled to the inner panel, and a gasket installed at the installation member to seal in between the body and the inner panel.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein:the inner panel comprises a pair of inner side walls configured to form the opening and support the door guards, andthe inner side walls are formed to be flat from an entry of the opening to an exit of the opening, and a distance between the pair of inner side walls is constant from the entry of the opening to the exit of the opening.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein:the inner panel comprises an accommodation groove to accommodate the installation member, and a plurality of accommodation protrusions protruding toward an inner side of the accommodation groove to fix the installation member.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein:the plurality of accommodation protrusions are formed at a portion of the accommodation groove while being spaced apart from one another.5. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein:the inner panel is injection-molded by use of resin.6. The refrigerator ...

REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD OF FABRICATING INNER DOOR THEREOF

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. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a 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.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the inner door further comprises a door trim combined in a space between the inner plate and the outer plate so as to prevent a foaming solution in the foaming space from leaking toward the opening.3. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein the door trim comprises a first insertion groove in which an end portion of the inner plate is closely adhered and inserted claim 2 , and a second insertion groove in which an end portion of the outer plate is closely adhered and inserted.4. The refrigerator according to claim 2 , wherein the door trim is combined in a space between ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator in which an opening having a size corresponding to the size of a refrigerator compartment is provided in a refrigerator compartment door and an outer door to open/close the opening is rotatably coupled to the refrigerator compartment door so that a plurality of door guards provided in a space corresponding to the size of the refrigerator compartment may be used by only opening/closing the outer door, and the refrigerator compartment door and the outer door may be rotated on one hinge shaft and the outer door has an auto closing structure so that the outer door may be automatically closed when a predetermined portion of the outer door is opened. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a body;a storage compartment that is provided in the body so that a front portion of the storage compartment is opened and comprises a refrigerator compartment and a freezer compartment;an inner door that is provided to have an opening having a size corresponding to the refrigerator compartment and opens/closes the refrigerator compartment, the opening having a plurality of door guards;an outer door that opens/closes the opening;a first upper hinge comprising a first coupling part coupled to an upper portion of the body and a first extension part that extends from the first coupling part to the inner door and is rotatably coupled to the inner door due to an upper hinge shaft;a second upper hinge comprising a second coupling part coupled to an upper portion of the outer door and a second extension part that extends from the second coupling part to the inner door and is rotatably coupled to the upper hinge shaft coupled to the first upper hinge;an upper door cap that is coupled to an upper portion of the inner door and has a hinge accommodation part in which the first extension part and the second extension part are accommodated;a cam unit that is coupled to the hinge accommodation part and comprises an insertion tube into which the upper hinge shaft is rotatably inserted and a first ...

HINGE ASSEMBLY FOR A REFRIGERATOR

A hinge assembly is provided for pivotally mounting a door on a refrigerator cabinet. The refrigerator cabinet includes a top wall, a bottom wall, a pair of opposed side walls extending between the bottom and top wall, and a face that is normal to the top wall, bottom wall, and opposed side walls. The hinge assembly includes a hinge bracket, hinge pin, and door stop member. The hinge bracket is attachable to the cabinet and includes a threaded aperture having a first end and a second end. The hinge pin defines an axis about which the door can rotate and is threadably insertable into either end of the threaded aperture. The door stop member is configured to rotate about the axis and prohibit rotation of the door beyond a certain position. 1. A hinge assembly for pivotally mounting a door on a refrigerator cabinet , the refrigerator cabinet comprising a top wall , a bottom wall , a pair of opposed side walls extending between the bottom and top wall , and a face that is normal to the top wall , bottom wall , and opposed side walls , the hinge assembly comprising:a hinge bracket that is attachable to the cabinet, the hinge bracket comprising a threaded aperture having a first end and a second end;a hinge pin defining an axis about which the door can rotate, wherein the hinge pin is threadably insertable into either end of the threaded aperture; anda door stop member configured to rotate about the axis and prohibit rotation of the door beyond a certain position.2. The hinge assembly of claim 1 , wherein:the door comprises a top surface and a bottom surface that are arranged substantially parallel to the top wall and bottom wall;the hinge bracket, hinge pin, and door stop member are configured to permit mounting of the door with the hinge assembly such that the hinge pin extends vertically downward from the hinge bracket into a hole in the top surface of the door; andthe hinge bracket, hinge pin, and door stop member are configured to permit mounting of the door with the ...

WINE COOLER WITH REVERSIBLE DOOR

The present disclosure relates to a household appliance () comprising a reversible front door () configured to be selectably attached either on a left side or a right side of a cabinet () of the household appliance (). The household appliance () further comprises a profile () configured to act as a handle being arranged on a top side of the front door (), a detachable hinge () arranged to be mounted to the cabinet () behind the front door () and further being configured to extend into a cavity () of the front door () arranged below the profile () to connect the front door () to the cabinet (), and a locking pin (), wherein the profile () comprises a through hole () at at least one of its two ends for receiving the locking pin () configured to be inserted into the through hole () from an upper side of the profile (), which locking pin () engages with a cavity () of the hinge () arranged under the profile () to pivotably attach the front door () to the hinge (). 12022212020. A household appliance () comprising a reversible front door () configured to be selectably attached either on a left side or a right side of a cabinet () of the household appliance () , the household appliance () further comprising:{'b': 23', '22, 'a profile () configured to act as a handle being arranged on a top side of the front door ();'}{'b': 27', '21', '22', '21', '22', '23', '22', '21, 'a detachable hinge () arranged to be mounted to the cabinet () behind the front door () and further being configured to extend into a cavity () of the front door () arranged below the profile () to connect the front door () to the cabinet (); and'}{'b': '29', 'a locking pin (); wherein'}{'b': 23', '28', '29', '28', '23', '29', '30', '27', '23', '22', '27, 'the profile () comprises a through hole () at at least one of its two ends for receiving the locking pin () configured to be inserted into the through hole () from an upper side of the profile (), which locking pin () engages with a cavity () of the hinge ...

APPARATUS FOR REMOVING DEW OF CAMERA FOR REFRIGERATOR AND METHOD CONTROLLING THEREOF

A dew removing device for a refrigerator camera and a method of controlling the same are disclosed. The method comprises a step S1 of, when a refrigerator door is opened, turning on a power of a camera unit and a power of a resistor; a step S2 of, when a set time has passed after the step S1, turning off the power of the camera unit and the power of the resistor; and a step S3 of, when the refrigerator door is closed before the set time has passed after the step S1, turning on a power of a lighting unit after a first dew removal time has passed, and capturing an inside of a storage compartment by the camera unit. The method can provide a user with a clear image of a food storage state by removing a dew generated on the lens surface of the camera. 1. A dew removing device for a refrigerator camera comprising:a camera unit configured to capture an inside of a storage compartment; anda resistor provided on a substrate inside the camera unit and disposed around a lens of the camera unit,wherein the resistor is configured to remove a dew generated on a surface of the lens by converting applied power into thermal energy.2. A method of controlling a dew removal of a refrigerator camera , the method comprising:{'b': '1', 'a step S of, when a refrigerator door is opened, turning on a power of a camera unit and a power of a resistor;'}{'b': 2', '1, 'a step S of, when a set time has passed after the step S, turning off the power of the camera unit and the power of the resistor; and'}{'b': 3', '1, 'a step S of, when the refrigerator door is closed before the set time has passed after the step S, turning on a power of a lighting unit after a first dew removal time has passed, and capturing an inside of a storage compartment by the camera unit.'}3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the first dew removal time is a time required to remove a dew generated on a surface of a lens of the camera unit in a general use environment.4. The method of claim 2 , further comprising:{'b': 4', '3, ...

TRANSVERSE HAIRLINES FORMING APPARATUS FOR STAINLESS COIL AND STAINLESS COIL FORMED BY THE SAME

A transverse hairline forming apparatus includes a coil supporting unit to which a stainless steel coil is rotatably disposed; a coil winding unit spaced apart from the coil supporting unit, the coil winding unit holding and winding an end of the stainless steel coil; and at least one pair of surface treatment units disposed between the coil supporting unit and the coil winding unit, the at least one pair of surface treatment units configured to form transverse hairlines on a surface of the stainless steel coil perpendicular to a winding direction of the stainless steel coil. While the stainless steel coil is unwound and rewound on the coil winding unit, when the stainless steel coil passes below the at least one pair of surface treatment units, the at least one pair of surface treatment units form the transverse hairlines on the surface of the stainless steel coil. 1. A transverse hairline forming apparatus for a stainless steel coil , the transverse hairline forming apparatus comprising:a coil supporting unit to which a stainless steel coil is rotatably disposed;a coil winding unit spaced apart from the coil supporting unit, the coil winding unit holding and winding an end of the stainless steel coil; andat least one pair of surface treatment units disposed between the coil supporting unit and the coil winding unit, the at least one pair of surface treatment units configured to form transverse hairlines on a surface of the stainless steel coil perpendicular to a winding direction of the stainless steel coil,wherein, while the stainless steel coil is unwound from the coil supporting unit and then is rewound on the coil winding unit, when the stainless steel coil passes below the at least one pair of surface treatment units, the at least one pair of surface treatment units form the transverse hairlines on the surface of the stainless steel coil.2. The transverse hairline forming apparatus of claim 1 , whereineach of the at least one pair of surface treatment units ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a cabinet defining a storage compartment, a sliding shelf configured to discharge forward from the compartment, a folding shelf configured to, based on rotation of the folding shelf, switch positions between a first position in which the folding shelf is disposed along a plane of the sliding shelf and a second position in which the folding shelf is disposed transverse to the plane, a hinge unit configured to couple the folding shelf to a side surface of the compartment, a rotation stopper located on the side surface and configured to resist rotation of the folding shelf, and a supporter that is configured to support the folding shelf based on the folding shelf being disposed at the first position and that includes a protrusion at a bottom surface of the folding shelf, and a press portion at the hinge unit and configured to press the protrusion. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet that defines a storage compartment and an opening at a front side of the storage compartment;a sliding shelf that is located in the storage compartment, that extends in a horizontal direction, and that is configured to discharge forward from the storage compartment;a folding shelf located in the storage compartment and configured to switch positions between a first position in which the folding shelf is disposed along a plane of the sliding shelf and a second position in which the folding shelf is disposed transverse to the plane, the folding shelf being configured to switch to the second position based on rotation of the folding shelf from the first position;a hinge unit configured to rotatably couple the folding shelf to a side surface of the storage compartment;a rotation stopper located on the side surface of the storage compartment and configured to resist rotation of the folding shelf; anda supporter configured to support the folding shelf based on the folding shelf being disposed at the first position, the supporter comprising a protrusion located at a ...

MULLION HINGE ASSEMBLY

A hinge assembly for a mullion assembly includes a first hinge element having a first cam member with a cammed upper surface having a first portion and a second portion with an angled intermediate portion disposed therebetween. The first portion of the cammed upper surface of the first hinge element is vertically spaced-apart a distance from the second portion. A second hinge element is rotatably coupled to the first hinge element between first and second positions and includes a second cam member having a cammed lower surface that includes an engagement point that is engaged with the cammed upper surface of the first hinge element. The second hinge element is driven upwardly by the engagement of the engagement point and the cammed upper surface of the first hinge element as the second hinge element is rotated from the first position to the second position. 18-. (canceled)9. A refrigerator , comprising:a door rotatably coupled to a cabinet between open and closed positions;a mullion assembly pivotally coupled to the refrigerator door between stowed and deployed positions, wherein the mullion assembly outwardly extends at a substantially right angle from an inside edge of the door when the mullion assembly is in the deployed position, and further wherein the mullion assembly is substantially parallel to the inside edge of the door when the mullion assembly is in the stowed position; a first hinge element having a first cam member and a hinge pin, wherein the first cam member includes a cammed upper surface having an upper portion disposed above a lower portion with an angled intermediate portion disposed therebetween; and', 'a second hinge element rotatably received on the hinge pin between first and second positions and having a second cam member, wherein the second cam member includes a cammed lower surface that includes an engagement point that is engaged with the lower portion of the cammed upper surface of the first hinge element when the second hinge element is ...

REFRIGERATOR INCLUDING MULTIPLE STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

The present invention provides a refrigerator, comprising: a cabinet that defines a first storage compartment; a first door that is opened or closed to allow or prevent access to an interior of the first storage compartment; a storing device coupled to the first door to define a second storage compartment, wherein, when the first door is closed, the second storage compartment is disposed in the first storage compartment; and a second door connected to the first door and configured to be opened or closed to allow or prevent access to an interior of the second storage compartment, wherein the interior of the second storage compartment is accessible when the first door is closed and the second door is opened, wherein the first door includes a plurality of first coupling parts to which the storing device is coupled, wherein the storing device includes: a frame; and a basket installed on the frame, wherein each of the frame and the basket includes at least one second coupling part interacting with at least one of the plurality of first coupling parts, wherein a front surface of the second door is positioned to be generally coplanar with at least a portion of a front surface of the first door. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet;a first storage area within the cabinet; a second storage area, and', 'an access opening enabling access to the second storage area;, 'a first door that has a front surface, a rear surface, an upper surface, a lower surface, a first side surface, and a second side surface, the first door being rotatably connected to the cabinet and configured to open and close at least a portion of the first storage area such that, when the first door is oriented in a closed position, the rear surface of the first door contacts a front surface of the cabinet, the first door includinga second door that has a front surface, a rear surface, an upper surface, a lower surface, a first side surface, and a second side surface, the second door being ...

REFRIGERATOR INCLUDING MULTIPLE STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

The present invention provides a refrigerator, comprising: a cabinet that defines a first storage compartment; a first door that is opened or closed to allow or prevent access to an interior of the first storage compartment; a storing device coupled to the first door to define a second storage compartment, wherein, when the first door is closed, the second storage compartment is disposed in the first storage compartment; and a second door connected to the first door and configured to be opened or closed to allow or prevent access to an interior of the second storage compartment, wherein the interior of the second storage compartment is accessible when the first door is closed and the second door is opened, wherein the first door includes a plurality of first coupling parts to which the storing device is coupled, wherein the storing device includes: a frame; and a basket installed on the frame, wherein each of the frame and the basket includes at least one second coupling part interacting with at least one of the plurality of first coupling parts, wherein a front surface of the second door is positioned to be generally coplanar with at least a portion of a front surface of the first door. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet;a first storage area within the cabinet; an access opening, and', 'a second storage area located at a rear portion of the first door and accessible through the access opening;, 'a first door configured to open and close at least a portion of the first storage area, the first door includinga second door rotatably connected to the first door and configured to open and close the access opening by rotating in a same direction as a rotation direction of the first door such that, when the second door is oriented in a closed position, the second door contacts a front surface of the first door to close the access opening, the second door being thinner than the first door such that, when the first and second doors are oriented in closed ...

REFRIGERATOR INCLUDING MULTIPLE STORAGE COMPARTMENTS

The present invention provides a refrigerator, comprising: a cabinet that defines a first storage compartment; a first door that is opened or closed to allow or prevent access to an interior of the first storage compartment; a storing device coupled to the first door to define a second storage compartment, wherein, when the first door is closed, the second storage compartment is disposed in the first storage compartment; and a second door connected to the first door and configured to be opened or closed to allow or prevent access to an interior of the second storage compartment, wherein the interior of the second storage compartment is accessible when the first door is closed and the second door is opened, wherein the first door includes a plurality of first coupling parts to which the storing device is coupled, wherein the storing device includes: a frame; and a basket installed on the frame, wherein each of the frame and the basket includes at least one second coupling part interacting with at least one of the plurality of first coupling parts, wherein a front surface of the second door is positioned to be generally coplanar with at least a portion of a front surface of the first door. 1. (canceled)2. A refrigerator , comprising:a cabinet;a first storage area within the cabinet; a second storage area, and', 'an access opening enabling access to the second storage area;, 'a first door that has a front surface, a rear surface, an upper surface, a lower surface, a first side surface, and a second side surface, the first door being rotatably connected to the cabinet and configured to open and close at least a portion of the first storage area such that, when the first door is oriented in a closed position, the rear surface of the first door contacts the front surface of the cabinet, the first door includinga second door that has a front surface, a rear surface, an upper surface, a lower surface, a first side surface, and a second side surface, the second door being ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a fixed frame in which an electric wire cable drawn from one sidewall of a storage chamber is disposed to form a loop, a sliding frame slidably coupled to the fixed frame, and an electric wire cable housing fixed to the sliding frame to surround a portion of the electric wire cable. The electric wire cable is prevented from being damaged upon insertion and drawing of a drawer type door. 120-. (canceled)21. A refrigerator comprising:a storage chamber having an opening;a drawer type door to open and close the opening and having a control panel;a first connector provided at an inner wall of the storage chamber;a second connector provided at the drawer type door and being electrically connected to the control panel;a first frame coupled to the inner wall of the storage chamber to cover the first connector;a second frame coupled to the drawer type door to support a storage box; anda wire electrically connected between the first connector and the second connector;wherein the first frame has a first accommodating part to accommodate one portion of the wire, the second frame has a second accommodating part to accommodate another portion of the wire.22. The refrigerator according to claim 21 , wherein the first frame further comprises a guide hole formed in a longitudinal direction thereof.23. The refrigerator according to claim 22 , wherein the one portion of the wire is a wire extending from the first connector to the guide hole.24. The refrigerator according to claim 21 , wherein at least one fixing part is formed in the first accommodating part to hold the one portion of the wire.25. The refrigerator according to claim 21 , wherein a guide member is further provided at an inner wall of the storage to allow the drawer type door to slidably move while opening or closing.26. The refrigerator according to claim 25 , wherein the guide member is integrally formed with the first frame.27. The refrigerator according to claim 25 , wherein the guide member ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a cabinet, a main door, an auxiliary storage compartment provided to a rear surface of the main door, and a sub-door. The main door is rotatably connected to the cabinet, and the sub-door is rotatably connected to the main door. An access opening is provided in the main door to allow access to the auxiliary storage compartment. The refrigerator also includes a button exposed at a front surface of the sub-door to receive input provided by a user, a hook member having a pivot shaft mounted to its rear end, and a locking protrusion provided in a groove located on a front surface of the main door that can selectively couple to the hook member. The hook member protrudes backward from a rear surface of the sub-door and can rotate within the sub-door about the pivot shaft in response to receipt of user input at the button. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet defining a storage compartment;a main door having a front surface and a rear surface, the main door being rotatably connected to the cabinet and configured to open and close the storage compartment;an auxiliary storage compartment provided to the rear surface of the main door, an access opening being provided in the main door to allow access to the auxiliary storage compartment from the front surface of the main door;a sub-door having a front surface and a rear surface, the sub-door being rotatably connected to the main door and configured to open and close the access opening such that, based on the sub-door being oriented in a closed position, the rear surface of the sub-door contacts the front surface of the main door to close the access opening;a button exposed at the front surface of the sub-door and configured to receive input provided by a user;a hook member having a pivot shaft mounted to a rear end the hook member, the hook member protruding backward from the rear surface of the sub-door and being configured to rotate within the sub-door about the pivot shaft in response to receipt of ...

APPLIANCE DOOR HANDLES WITH INTEGRATED GRAPHICAL DISPLAYS

A graphical display device for mounting to a door of an appliance includes an electronic visual display having a display screen, a housing having a receptacle for receiving the electronic visual display and a mount for affixing the housing to the door of an appliance. The housing additionally includes an internal cavity with a controller retained within the internal cavity, with the controller being operable to selectively enable visual display information to be displayed on the display screen. In a particular embodiment the graphical display device is configured as a housing with the housing including a grip portion and one or more mounts extending rearwardly from the grip portion. The controller may include an interface enabling connection with a remote computer for controlling the visual display information to be displayed on the display screen. 1. An appliance , said appliance comprising:a body to which a door is attached, wherein the door is moveable between an open position to access an interior of the body and a closed position;a graphical display device mounted to the door of the appliance, wherein the graphical display device comprises a display screen, a housing to which the display screen is attached, a controller retained within the housing, a battery retained within the housing, and wherein the housing includes a mount for affixing the housing to the door;wherein the battery is configured to provide power to the controller and the display screen, and wherein the controller is operable to selectively enable visual display information to be displayed on the display screen.2. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the battery comprises a rechargeable battery and wherein the body includes a charger claim 1 , and wherein the charger is operable to recharge the battery when the door is in a closed position.3. The appliance of claim 2 , wherein the charger comprises an inductive charger.4. The appliance of claim 1 , wherein the graphical display device includes a ...

DISPLAY CASE DOOR WITH TRANSPARENT LCD PANEL

An improved display case door assembly for a product storage device is provided. The display case door assembly includes a transparent unit comprising a front panel, a rear panel, and a transparent LCD panel positioned between the front panel and the rear panel. The transparent LCD panel is configured to present visual media content. The display case door assembly further includes a lighting element configured to provide lighting for the transparent LCD panel and for products within the product storage device and a light guide configured to selectively direct light emitted from the lighting element toward the transparent LCD panel and the products within the product storage device. 1. A display case door assembly for a product storage device , the display case door assembly comprising:a transparent unit comprising a front panel, a rear panel, and a transparent LCD panel positioned between the front panel and the rear panel, wherein the transparent LCD panel is configured to present visual media content;a lighting element configured to provide lighting for the transparent LCD panel and for products within the product storage device; anda light guide configured to selectively direct light emitted from the lighting element toward the transparent LCD panel and the products within the product storage device.2. The display case door assembly of claim 1 , wherein the visual media content comprises at least one of: product information claim 1 , pricing information claim 1 , nutritional information claim 1 , advertising content claim 1 , and store layout information.3. The display case door assembly of claim 1 , wherein the lighting element comprises a LED strip positioned within the display case door assembly between the front panel and the rear panel.4. The display case door assembly of claim 1 , wherein the lighting element is attached to a surface of the LCD panel and configured to emit light in a direction away from the LCD panel and toward the products within the ...

NEUTRAL GRIP REFRIGERATOR DOOR HANDLE

A refrigerator appliance defines a vertical direction, a lateral direction, and a transverse direction. The vertical, lateral, and transverse directions are mutually perpendicular. The refrigerator appliance includes a cabinet defining a food storage chamber. The food storage chamber defines an opening for receipt of food items at a front portion of the food storage chamber. The refrigerator appliance also includes a door comprising a body. The body of the door extends between a front surface and an opposing back surface. The door is positioned at the front portion of the food storage chamber and movable between a closed position and an open position to selectively sealingly enclose the food storage chamber. The refrigerator appliance further includes a handle assembly defining a neutral grip pocket handle on the front surface of the door. 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 defining a food storage chamber, the food storage chamber defining an opening for receipt of food items at a front portion of the food storage chamber;a first door and a second door positioned at the front portion of the food storage chamber and movable between a closed position and an open position to selectively sealingly enclose the food storage chamber;the first door comprising a body, the body of the first door extending between a front surface and an opposing back surface along the transverse direction when the first door is in the closed position, and between an inner surface and an outer surface along the lateral direction when the first door is in the closed position;the second door comprising a body, the body of the second door extending between a front surface and an opposing back surface along the transverse direction when the second door is in the closed position, and between an ...

USER INTERFACE UNIT FOR COOLING APPLIANCE AND COOLING APPLIANCE

A cooling appliance includes a main body, a first door and a second door connected to the main body, and a user interface unit. The first door has a front surface and an inner side portion facing a side surface of the second door. The first door includes an inclined side portion located between the front surface and the inner side portion of the first door. The user interface unit is disposed at the inclined side portion. A user interface unit for a cooling appliance is also provided. 117-. (canceled)18. A cooling appliance , comprising:a main body;a first door and a second door connected to said main body;said second door having a side surface;said first door having a front surface, an inner side portion facing said side surface of said second door, and an inclined side portion located between said front surface and said inner side portion; anda user interface unit disposed at said inclined side portion.19. The cooling appliance according to claim 18 , wherein said inclined side portion and said front surface enclose an angle of 30° to 60° therebetween.20. The cooling appliance according to claim 18 , wherein said inclined side portion has a recess portion for accommodating at least a part of said user interface unit claim 18 , and said user interface unit includes an interface panel for enclosing an entrance of said recess portion.2115. The cooling appliance according to claim 20 , wherein said inclined side portion includes a base surface portion exposed to an outside claim 20 , said recess portion () is recessed inward from said base surface portion claim 20 , and said base surface portion is substantially flush with said interface panel.22. The cooling appliance according to claim 20 , which further comprises a step portion formed between said inner side portion and said entrance claim 20 , said user interface unit including a bending portion extending backwards from said interface panel and resting on said step portion.23. The cooling appliance according to ...

DEPLOYABLE SENSOR ASSEMBLY

A closure assembly for a deployable sensor assembly is provided. The closure assembly includes a housing; a sensor disposed within the housing; a door supported by the housing; an actuation member operable between a first position and a second position; and an attachment mechanism. The door is movable between a closed position and an open position. The sensor is exposed when the door is in the open position. The actuation member moves the door from the closed position to the open position when moved from the first position to the second position and moves the door from the open position to the closed position when moved from the second position to the first position. The attachment mechanism is operable in a first state to couple the door for movement with the actuation mechanism and in a second state to decouple the door from the actuation mechanism. 1. A closure assembly comprising:a housing;a sensor disposed within the housing;a door supported by the housing, the door movable between a closed position and an open position, the sensor being exposed when the door is in the open position;an actuation member operable between a first position and a second position, the actuation member moving the door from the closed position to the open position when moved from the first position to the second position and moving the door from the open position to the closed position when moved from the second position to the first position; andan attachment mechanism operable in a first state to couple the door for movement with the actuation mechanism and in a second state to decouple the door from the actuation mechanism.2. The closure assembly of claim 1 , wherein the attachment mechanism includes an energy retaining connection.3. The closure assembly of claim 2 , wherein the energy retaining connection is a deformable member.4. The closure assembly of claim 2 , wherein the energy retaining connection includes an energy storing element.5. The closure assembly of claim 4 , wherein ...

REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE

A refrigerator including a main body forming a storage compartment, and a door configured to open and close the storage compartment. The door includes a door body rotatably coupled to the main body and including an insulator therein, a panel body positioned in a front of the door body, a first trim disposed at a first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body while being rotated with respect to the door body, and a second trim disposed at a second edge opposite to the first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body when the first trim is coupled to the door body. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having a front side thereof open; anda door configured to open and close the open front side of the main body, a door body; and', 'an upper door cap coupled to an upper end of the door body and having an upper coupling portion formed therein,', 'a door panel separably mounted on the door body, and including an upper trim having an upper trim protrusion that is accommodated in the upper coupling portion while the door panel is mounted on the door body; and, 'wherein the door includesa fixing cover coupled to the upper door cap to cover a portion of an upper surface of the upper door cap, and configured to prevent the upper trim protrusion from being separated from the upper coupling portion when the upper trim protrusion is accommodated in the upper coupling portion,wherein the upper trim protrusion includes an upper trim hole formed to allow the fixing cover to be inserted thereinto while the door panel is mounted on the door body.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the upper trim protrusion includes a first upper trim protrusion portion and a second upper trim protrusion portion disposed to be spaced apart from the first upper trim protrusion portion.3. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the door includes a lower door cap coupled to a lower end of the door body and having a lower cap protrusion claim 1 , ...

REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE

A refrigerator including a main body forming a storage compartment, and a door configured to open and close the storage compartment. The door includes a door body rotatably coupled to the main body and including an insulator therein, a panel body positioned in a front of the door body, a first trim disposed at a first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body while being rotated with respect to the door body, and a second trim disposed at a second edge opposite to the first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body when the first trim is coupled to the door body. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having a front side thereof open; anda door configured to open and close the open front side of the main body, a door panel including a panel body and a trim attached to one surface of the panel body;', 'a door body to which the door panel is separably mounted, the door body including an accommodation portion configured to support a side end portion of the panel body and a chassis having a fixing portion configured to support the trim., 'wherein the door includes2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein when the panel body includes a metal claim 1 , the door panel is mounted on the door body with the side end portion of the panel body being supported by the accommodation portion.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the side end portion of the panel body is provided as a panel bending portion that is subjected to bending processing.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein when the door panel is mounted on the door body claim 2 , the panel body is provided to protrude forward than the chassis.5. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the trim includes a magnetic body claim 2 , and the door body includes a cover provided to have the trim attached thereto by a magnetic force.6. The refrigerator of claim 5 , wherein the cover includes a cover hole which a fastening member passes through such that the cover is fixed ...

REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE

A refrigerator including a main body forming a storage compartment, and a door configured to open and close the storage compartment. The door includes a door body rotatably coupled to the main body and including an insulator therein, a panel body positioned in a front of the door body, a first trim disposed at a first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body while being rotated with respect to the door body, and a second trim disposed at a second edge opposite to the first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body when the first trim is coupled to the door body. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having a front side thereof open; anda door configured to open and close the open front side of the main body, a door panel including a panel body and an upper trim attached to the panel body;', 'a door body to which the door panel is separable mounted, the door body including an upper door cap having an upper coupling groove that is formed by recessing a portion of a front surface of the upper door cap to accommodate a portion of the upper trim when the door panel is mounted to the door body; and', 'a heat insulating member arranged inside the door body and configured to come in contact with the portion of the upper door cap that forms the upper coupling groove., 'wherein the door includes2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the upper door cap is provided to be open at an upper side of the upper coupling groove claim 1 , andthe door body includes a fixing member separable coupled to the upper door cap to cover the opening of the upper door cap.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the fixing member is provided to be inserted into the upper coupling groove and coupled to the upper trim while the door panel is coupled to the door body.4. The refrigerator of claim 3 , wherein the upper trim includes an upper trim protrusion that is accommodated into the upper coupling groove and formed with an upper trim hole ...

REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE

A refrigerator including a main body forming a storage compartment, and a door configured to open and close the storage compartment. The door includes a door body rotatably coupled to the main body and including an insulator therein, a panel body positioned in a front of the door body, a first trim disposed at a first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body while being rotated with respect to the door body, and a second trim disposed at a second edge opposite to the first edge of the panel body and configured to be coupled to the door body when the first trim is coupled to the door body. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having a front side thereof open; anda door configured to open and close the open front side of the main body, a door panel including a panel body, wherein the door panel includes side trims each including a side trim protrusion extending along a corresponding one of opposite side end portions of the panel body and a trim segment provided to segment the side trim protrusion into a plurality of portions; and', 'a door body to which the door panel is separably mounted, the door body including an accommodation portion in which the side trim protrusion is fixedly accommodated to prevent the door panel, mounted on the door panel, from being separated., 'wherein the door includes2. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the door includes a lower door cap coupled to a lower end of the door body and provided with a lower cap protrusion claim 1 , andthe door panel includes a lower trim having a lower trim groove in which the lower cap protrusion is accommodated while the door panel is mounted on the door body.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the lower trim includes a lower trim segment provided to segment the lower trim groove into a plurality of portions.4. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the lower door cap includes a mounting space formed to allow the lower trim to be rotationally coupled to the lower door ...

Cooler and Freezer Lock

A cooler and freezer access control system locks a cooler or freezer when occurrence of an event is detected that requires limiting access to the inside of the cooler or freezer. Examples of such events include the loss of power to the cooler or freezer for a predetermined period of time, the opening of the cooler or freezer door for longer than an allowed time, the loss of functionality of a temperature probe and others. In an embodiment, a service mode is supported wherein the door is left unlocked despite the occurrence of such an event, to allow a stocker or other personnel to leave the cooler or freezer door open while stocking the cooler or freezer with product. 120-. (canceled)21. A vending enclosure system comprising:an enclosure body, the enclosure body having walls forming a product storage vending area for storing a plurality of products;an enclosure door operatively connected to the enclosure body, such that when the enclosure door is closed to the enclosure body the product storage vending area is isolated, the plurality of products each being available to be selected by a consumer after the door is open;a locking element being on a first one of the enclosure body and the enclosure door;a locking mechanism mounted to a second one of the enclosure body and the enclosure door and configured to selectively engage the locking element to lock and unlock the enclosure door;the locking mechanism being in a locked position during operation of the vending enclosure, such that the product storage vending area is selectively accessible by presentation of an unlock signal;an access control system comprising a plurality of controllers for selectively locking and unlocking the vending enclosure, wherein the plurality of controllers comprises a first controller operatively connected to a second controller, wherein the first controller comprises a first microcomputer and the second controller comprises a second microcomputer;an electronic interface adapted to ...

OPEN DISPLAY REFRIGERATORS

The present invention provides an open display refrigerator comprising: a refrigerated storage space, air in the refrigerated storage space being separated from air exterior to the open display refrigerator by an air curtain established by a fan which blows air towards an air outlet and which recovers air in the air curtain via an air inlet for recirculation to the air outlet; a wall bounding at least a part of the duct and the refrigerated storage space, the wall comprising one or more voids such that air in the duct can flow into the refrigerated storage space via the one or more voids; a deflector which, when the refrigerator is in use, interrupts at least a portion of the flow of air from the one or more voids and directs the portion of the flow of air towards the top of the refrigerator. 1. An open display refrigerator , comprising:a housing defining a refrigerated storage space;a fan configured to establish an air curtain that separates the refrigerated storage space from an exterior of the housing;an air inlet configured to recover air from the air curtain for recirculation to an air outlet;a wall bounding at least a part of the air duct and the refrigerated storage space, the wall including a void such that air in the duct can flow into the refrigerated storage space via the void; anda deflector configured to interrupt at least a portion of the flow of air from the void direct the portion of the flow of air towards a top of the housing.2. A cooling unit , comprising:a housing defining an interior space that includes (i) a refrigerated storage space and (ii) an access space;a fan configured to establish an air curtain that separates air in the refrigerated storage space is separated from air in the access space;an air inlet configured to recover air from the air curtain such that the air can be recirculated to an air outlet;a door that separates the interior space from air external to the housing;a wall bounding at least a part of the air duct and the ...

FLAME RETARDANT DOOR FOR TRANSPORT REFRIGERATION UNIT

A cover for a transport refrigeration unit has at least one door () having a body formed of an inner sheet () and an outer sheet () and a joint () formed between the respective peripheral edges ((), ) of the inner and outer sheets such that the respective peripheral edges are integrally bonded together to provide a cavity () between the inner and outer sheets, with at least one of the inner sheet and the outer sheet formed of a flame retardant material. In an embodiment, the inner sheet () is formed of a flame retardant thermoplastic olefin sheet and the outer sheet () is formed of a non-flame retardant thermoplastic olefin sheet. 1. A transport refrigeration unit for conditioning an atmosphere within an interior of a refrigerated cargo box , the transport refrigeration unit comprising:a structural frame including a section to be attached to a wall of the refrigerated cargo box; anda front cover for enclosing the refrigeration unit and supported by the structural frame, the front cover including a plurality of doors, wherein at least one of said plurality of doors having:a body having an inner sheet and an outer sheet with both of said inner sheet and said outer sheet having a peripheral edge; anda joint formed between the respective peripheral edges of said inner and outer sheets such that the respective peripheral edges are integrally bonded together to provide a cavity between said inner and outer sheets, wherein at least one of said inner sheet and said outer sheet is formed of a flame retardant material.2. The transport refrigeration unit as set forth in wherein both of said inner sheet and said outer sheet are formed of a fire retardant material.3. The transport refrigeration unit as set forth in wherein both said inner sheet and said outer sheet are formed of a plastic material claim 1 , the plastic material of which said inner sheet is formed being a flame retardant material.4. The transport refrigeration unit as set forth in wherein said inner sheet ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator having detachably adjacent cabinets is provided. The refrigerator includes a connection mechanism interposed between cabinets adjacent to each other and connecting the cabinets to each other and a manipulation portion configured to drive the connection mechanism by being manipulated from outside, wherein the connection mechanism is configured for the cabinet on one side is pulled toward the cabinet on the other side by a manipulation of the manipulation portion. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a first cabinet comprising a first cooling space;a second cabinet comprising a second cooling space independent of the first cooling space, the second cabinet being detachably coupled to the first cabinet;a connection mechanism provided on a first opposing surface of the first cabinet opposite to the second cabinet to allow the second cabinet to be pulled toward the first cabinet and connected to the first cabinet, the connection mechanism being rotatable on a rotation shaft; anda manipulation portion connected to the connection mechanism to drive the connection mechanism, the manipulation portion being provided on the first cabinet to be manipulated from an outside of the first cabinet.2. The refrigerator of claim 1 ,wherein a second opposing surface of the second cabinet comprises a caught portion, the second opposing surface being opposite to the first opposing surface of the first cabinet, andwherein the connection mechanism comprises a catching portion configured to engage with the caught portion.3. The refrigerator of claim 2 , wherein the catching portion comprises:an extension portion extending from the first cabinet to the second cabinet in a connected state in which the first cabinet and the second cabinet are connected to each other; anda front-end portion bent from a front-end of the extension portion toward the caught portion to engage with the caught portion.4. The refrigerator of claim 1 , wherein the connection mechanism is configured to rotate ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a main body having a storage compartment, first and second doors opening or closing the storage compartment, and a pillar configured to block cool air from leaking between the first and second doors. The refrigerator also includes a hinge that rotatably connects the pillar to the first door and a holder disposed on the storage compartment and configured to guide rotation of the pillar. The hinge includes a rotation shaft that enables the pillar to rotate with respect to the first door and a rotation restriction unit that is configured to contact the holder and, based on the contact with the holder, move the rotation shaft in a direction parallel to an extension direction of the rotation shaft. The rotation restriction unit selectively restricts the rotation of the pillar with respect to the first door. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body having a storage compartment;first and second doors configured to open or close the storage compartment;a pillar configured to block cool air from leaking between the first and second doors;a hinge that rotatably connects the pillar to the first door; anda holder disposed on the storage compartment and configured to guide rotation of the pillar, a rotation shaft that enables the pillar to rotate with respect to the first door; and', 'a rotation restriction unit that is configured to contact the holder and, based on the contact with the holder, move the rotation shaft in a direction parallel to an extension direction of the rotation shaft, the rotation restriction unit selectively restricting the rotation of the pillar with respect to the first door., 'wherein the hinge comprises2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the rotation restriction unit comprises:a locking device configured to restrict the pillar from rotating and maintain the pillar in a folded state based on the first door being oriented in an opened position; andan unlocking device configured to release the locking of the locking ...

Pressure Relief Facility for Refrigeration Appliances

A pressure relief facility for a refrigeration appliance with a body defining a chamber and having a peripheral rim, the appliance having a door with a peripheral gasket operable between an open position in which the gasket is away from the rim and a closed position in which the gasket sealably contacts the rim. The relief facility includes a planar body having opposed major faces and having opposed first and second peripheral edges. The body has a number of passages adjacent to each other, each passage having a first opening at the first peripheral edge, and a second opening at the second peripheral edge. An adhesive element is attached on one of the major faces adapted to secure the body to the rim of the appliance body in registration with to the gasket with the first openings in communication with the chamber, and the second openings in communication with ambient air. The planar body may be an elongated rectangular piece of corrugated plastic, with the passages running transverse to the length. 1. A pressure relief facility for a refrigeration appliance with a body defining a chamber and having a peripheral rim , the appliance having a door with a peripheral gasket operable between an open position in which the gasket is away from the rim and a closed position in which the gasket sealably contacts the rim , the relief facility comprising:a planar body having opposed major faces;the planar body having opposed first and second peripheral edges;the body defining a plurality of passages adjacent to each other, each passage having a first opening at the first peripheral edge, and a second opening at the second peripheral edge;an adhesive element on one of the major faces adapted to secure the body to the rim of the in registration with to the gasket with the first openings in communication with the chamber, and the second openings in communication with ambient air.2. The facility of wherein each major face is a smooth flat surface.3. The facility of wherein the body ...

DOOR FOR HOME APPLIANCE, HOME APPLIANCE, AND METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING THE SAME

A door for a home appliance, a home appliance, and a method for manufacturing the same, are disclosed. The door for a home appliance comprises a panel assembly; and a frame assembly defining a predetermined space having an opening connected with an edge of the panel assembly, and making a foaming space for receiving a thermal insulator by means of the predetermined space of the frame assembly and the edge of the panel assembly, wherein a foaming injection hole through which the thermal insulator is injected is provided on at least one of ends of an upper surface, a lower surface, a left side and a right side of the frame assembly. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet to define a storage chamber therein; anda door that is hingedly coupled to the cabinet, and is configured to open and close the storage chamber,the door includes a panel assembly and a frame assembly connected to the panel assembly, wherein an insulation space is provided based on the panel assembly and the frame assembly, an insulating material is to be provided in the insulation space, the frame assembly to extend in a first direction between an upper portion and a lower portion, and the frame assembly to extend in a second direction between a first side portion and a second side portion, a front panel made of a transparent material, and', 'an insulation panel provided at a rear of the front panel and spaced apart from the front panel,, 'wherein the panel assembly includes a first injection hole to inject insulating material into the insulation space, and', 'a second injection hole that is spaced apart from the first injection hole, and to inject insulating material into the insulation space,, 'wherein the frame assembly includeswherein first and second injection holes are provided on at least one of the upper portion or the lower portion of the frame assembly, anda first portion of the first injection hole is aligned in the first direction with an upper side or a lower side of the panel assembly.2. ...

COSMETIC DOOR PANEL SUSPENSION AND ADJUSTMENT SYSTEM FOR A BUILT-IN APPLIANCE

A cosmetic panel suspension system for an appliance includes an outer door panel having a perimetrical flange. A plurality of side adjusters is attached to the perimetrical flange. At least one adjustment bracket has a plurality of positioning apertures in slidable engagement with a portion of the perimetrical flange. The plurality of side adjusters extends through respective positioning apertures defined within the at least one adjustment bracket, and adjustment of at least one side adjuster of the plurality of side adjusters slides the at least one adjustment bracket relative to the perimetrical flange. A cosmetic panel is attached to the at least one adjustment bracket. 1. A method of suspending a cosmetic panel on an appliance door , the method comprising steps of:attaching a plurality of side adjusters to a perimetrical flange of an outer door panel;disposing at least one adjustment bracket over the plurality of side adjusters, wherein the at least one adjustment bracket includes a plurality of positioning apertures that engage a respective side adjuster of the plurality of side adjusters, wherein the at least one adjustment bracket is slidably engaged with the perimetrical flange;disposing the cosmetic panel in engagement with the at least one adjustment bracket, wherein the cosmetic panel is substantially fixed with respect to the at least one adjustment bracket;operating at least one side adjuster of the plurality of side adjusters to position the at least one adjustment bracket and the cosmetic panel with respect to the outer door panel and at least one adjacent cabinet; andsecuring the at least one adjustment bracket to the outer door panel to set the position of the cosmetic panel relative to the outer door panel and the at least one adjacent cabinet.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein each positioning aperture includes an inner wall that engages a linear gear of the respective side adjuster.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein linear operation of the linear ...

TRANSMISSION DEVICE FOR INSTALLATION ON A DRIVESHAFT

A transmission device for installation on a driveshaft, having a base body which encloses the driveshaft, a pinion which in the mounted state is arranged in the base body and on the driveshaft, and a rack which interacts with the pinion and runs through the base body. The transmission device is distinguished by the fact that the base body is open on one side in such a way that it can be fitted onto a driveshaft in the radial direction, and in that the pinion is in multiple parts such that it is possible to perform a mounting process on the driveshaft during which the parts of the pinion can be joined together by a radial movement with respect to the driveshaft. 1. A transmission device for installation on a driveshaft , having a base body which encloses the driveshaft , a pinion which in the mounted state is arranged in the base body and on the driveshaft , and a rack which interacts with the pinion and runs through the base body , wherein the base body is open on one side in such a way that it can be fitted onto a driveshaft in the radial direction , and wherein the pinion is in multiple parts such that it is possible to perform a mounting process on the driveshaft during which the parts of the pinion can be joined together by a radial movement with respect to the driveshaft.2. The transmission device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the base body comprises a bearing section for supporting the driveshaft.3. The transmission device as claimed in claim 2 , wherein the bearing section is a sliding bearing.4. The transmission device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the base body is composed of plastic.5. The transmission device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the base body is a bent sheet-metal part.6. The transmission device as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the pinion is composed of two pinion halves.7. The transmission device as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising a sliding bar for the rack.8. The transmission device as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the sliding bar ...

ATTACHMENT ARRANGEMENT FOR VACUUM INSULATED DOOR

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 the door assembly includes a door structure including an inner layer and an outer layer, the door structure further including transverse metal edge flanges extending between the inner and outer layers to define a peripheral edge of the door structure, wherein the door structure forms an airtight cavity, and having porous filler material disposed in the airtight cavity, and wherein the airtight cavity defines a vacuum tending to collapse the inner liner and the outer wrapper, and wherein the porous filler material supports the inner liner and the outer wrapper to prevent collapse thereof, the door assembly further comprising a first hinge structure having at least one cup-shaped metal inner member having a closed inner end and an open outer end, the open outer end including a transverse flange overlapping a portion of a transverse metal edge flange, wherein the transverse flange of the cup-shaped metal inner member is welded to the transverse metal edge flange and forms an airtight sealed connection; anda second hinge structure including a bracket secured to the insulated cabinet ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a cabinet including an outer case forming an external appearance and a storage compartment, a refrigerator door coupled to the cabinet to open or close the storage compartment, an installation bracket coupled to the outer case inside the outer case, a door opening device installed in the installation bracket outside the outer case and including a push member for opening or closing the refrigerator door, and a buffer member disposed a coupling portion between the door opening device and the installation bracket.

DOOR FOR A FREEZER OR REFRIGERATOR CABINET

The disclosure relates to a door for a freezer or refrigerator cabinet, including an insulating glass unit with at least two panes, which are joined by means of spacers for the creation of a gas-filled intervening space. The panes each have a transparent region and all spacers are designed to be free of desiccant, and a desiccant reservoir, which is in fluidic connection with the intervening space between the at least two panes.

TRANSPARENT DOOR

A door assembly including a first glass pane, a second glass pane, and a spacer positioned between the first glass pane and the second glass pane such that the first pane and the second pane are separated by the spacer. The door assembly also includes an element that is coupled to the first glass pane and the second glass pane and positioned exterior of the spacer. The spacer and the element cooperate to at least partially define a seal passage, and a clear material is disposed in the seal passage to seal the space, the clear material configured to provide structural support to the assembly. 1. A door assembly comprising:a first glass pane;a second glass pane;a spacer positioned between the first glass pane and the second glass pane such that the first pane and the second pane are separated by the spacer; andan element coupled to the first glass pane and the second glass pane and positioned exterior of the spacer,wherein the spacer and the element cooperate to at least partially define a seal passage, andwherein a clear material is disposed in the seal passage to seal the space, the clear material configured to provide structural support to the assembly.2. The door assembly of claim 1 , wherein the spacer is located inward from an outer periphery of the first glass pane and the second glass pane.3. The door assembly of claim 1 , wherein the element includes a wiper retainer.4. The door assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the first glass pane and the second glass pane have four sides claim 1 , and wherein the spacer extends continuously around at least three of the four sides between the first glass pane and the second glass pane.5. The door assembly of claim 4 , wherein the spacer has sidewalls and a central portion extending between the sidewalls claim 4 , and wherein the spacer includes notches in the sidewalls adjacent corners of the first glass pane and the second glass pane.6. The door assembly of claim 1 , further comprising film bonded to the spacer on a ...

FREEZER CABINET AND METHOD FOR ADAPTING A FREEZER CABINET

Disclosed is a freezer cabinet () for storing frozen confectionery products, the freezer cabinet comprising: a chamber having an opening substantially sealed by an upper surface panel (); and a further panel () inside the chamber being spaced away from the upper surface panel and substantially parallel to the upper surface panel in at least one direction and creating a quiescent region between the upper surface panel and further panel wherein the quiescent region is in gaseous communication with the air in the chamber. At least part of the upper surface panel and further panel is transparent such that at least part of the inside of the chamber is visible through the upper surface panel and further panel; the upper surface panel comprises at least one slideably openable section (); the further panel comprises at least one slideably openable section (); and the chamber comprises a side wall () and a coolant evaporator () mounted in and/or on the side wall. The height distance (H) between the further panel, measured from the lowest face of the further panel facing the chamber, and the highest part of the evaporator is at least 5 mm. 2. The freezer cabinet as claimed in wherein the height distance (H) is at least 7 mm.3. The freezer cabinet as claimed in wherein the height distance (H) is between 8 and 80 mm.4. The freezer cabinet as claimed in wherein the further panel covers less than 95% of the surface area of the opening.5. The freezer cabinet as claimed in wherein the further panel covers between 70 and 88% of the surface area of the opening.6. The freezer cabinet as claimed in wherein the upper surface panel and the further panel both comprise two slideably openable sections.7. The freezer cabinet as claimed in wherein the slideably openable section in the upper surface panel is aligned with the corresponding slideably openable section in the further panel such that when moved parallel to one another an opening is created of about the same surface area.8. The ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a compressor to compress refrigerant, a condenser to liquefy the refrigerant supplied from the compressor, a capillary tube to decompress and expand the refrigerant supplied from the condenser, an evaporator to vaporize the refrigerant supplied from the capillary tube, a shutoff valve installed at an inlet of the capillary tube so as to prevent the refrigerant in the condenser during stoppage of the compressor from being moved to the evaporator, and a control unit to enable the shutoff valve to be blocked together so as to prevent movement of the refrigerant from the condenser to the evaporator during stoppage of the compressor, and to enable the shutoff valve to be opened together so as to move the refrigerant from the condenser to the evaporator during starting of the compressor. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a main body including a storage chamber;a door to open and close the storage chamber;dykes protruding from a rear surface of the door; anda door panel to form the door and the dykes,wherein air exhaust holes are formed at a gasket mounting portion of the door panel.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein edge caps are formed at a first upper surface frame which defines an outer case of the main body.3. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the air exhaust holes are formed at a dyke forming portion of the door panel.4. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein:the door is coupled, at upper, lower, and opposite side surfaces thereof, with upper, lower, and side surface chassis, respectively; andwhen the upper surface chassis is assembled with the side surface chassis, the respective side surface chassis are bent toward the upper surface chassis at edges of the door so as to be assembled with the upper surface chassis at the upper surface of the door.5. The refrigerator according to claim 4 , wherein when the upper surface chassis is assembled with the side surface chassis claim 4 , the upper surface chassis is ...

VACUUM-INSULATED COOLER

A vacuum-insulated cooler for storing products. The cooler includes a housing and a storage compartment enclosed by the housing for storing products. The storage compartment includes a lower wall, an upper wall, and sidewalls extending from the lower wall to the upper wall that include vacuum-insulated glass. The storage compartment further includes a door for providing access to the products within the storage compartment. 1. A vacuum-insulated cooler , comprising: a base;', 'an upper end;', 'a post extending from the base to the upper end;', 'a first outer panel and a second outer panel each extending between the base and the upper end, wherein the first outer panel is secured to the post;, 'a housing comprisinga storage compartment enclosed by the housing for storing products, wherein the storage compartment comprises:a lower wall;an upper wall;a plurality of sidewalls extending from the lower wall to the upper wall, wherein each of the plurality of sidewalls comprises vacuum-insulated glass, and wherein a first sidewall of the plurality of sidewalls is connected to a second sidewall of the plurality of sidewalls by a seal;wherein the first outer panel is arranged spaced from and exterior to a first sidewall of the plurality of sidewalls, and wherein the second outer panel is arranged spaced from and exterior to a second sidewall of the plurality of sidewalls; and a vacuum-insulated glass panel having a first glass panel spaced from a second glass panel by a gap, wherein the gap comprises a vacuum,', 'an outer panel comprising a transparent material that is spaced from the vacuum-insulated glass panel, and', 'a frame that supports the vacuum-insulated glass panel and the outer panel., 'a door for providing access to the products within the storage compartment, wherein the door comprises2. The cooler of claim 1 , wherein the vacuum-insulated glass comprises a first panel separated from a second panel by a gap claim 1 , wherein a vacuum is formed in the gap between ...

Augmented Refrigerated Display Unit

An augmented refrigerated display unit is provided. The refrigerated display unit includes a door being hingedly attached to the refrigerated display unit, an augmentation drive operatively connected to a hinge of the door for applying an assistive force to the door, and an initiation sensor configured to detect an application of a manual force to the door. The augmentation drive applies an assistive opening force to the door in response to detection by the initiation sensor of an application of the manual force to open the door, a holding force in response to a detection of the door reaching an open position, and an assistive closing force to the door in response to a detection of the manual force being applied to close the door. 1. A refrigerated display unit comprising:a door being hingedly attached to the refrigerated display unit at a first side of the door;an augmentation drive operatively connected to a hinge of the door for applying an assistive force to the door; andan initiation sensor configured to detect an application of a manual force to the door,wherein, in a closed position of the door, the augmentation drive is configured to apply an assistive opening force to the door in response to a detection by the initiation sensor of application of the manual force to open the door,wherein the augmentation drive is configured to terminate application of the assistive opening force and apply a holding force in response to a detection of the door reaching an open position, andwherein, in the open position of the door, the augmentation drive is configured to terminate the holding force and apply an assistive closing force to the door in response to a detection by the initiation sensor of application of the manual force to close the door.2. The refrigerated display unit of claim 1 , wherein the augmentation drive is at least one of a DC induction motor claim 1 , a stepper motor claim 1 , a servo claim 1 , or a linear actuator.3. The refrigerated display unit of ...

REFRIGERATOR

A refrigerator includes a cabinet, a control unit provided in the cabinet and controlling an operation of the refrigerator, a main door that opens or closes the cabinet and has an opening formed therein, a main hinge that couples the cabinet to the main door and allows the main door to be pivotably mounted, a sub-door that is formed on a front surface of the refrigerator and opens or closes the opening, a sub-hinge that couples the main door to the sub-door and allows the sub-door to be pivotably mounted, a sub-hinge cover that simultaneously shield a main hinge shaft of the main hinge and a sub-hinge shaft of the sub-hinge, and a wire disposed to extend from an inside of the sub-door, to be connected with the control unit, and to sequentially pass through the sub-hinge shaft and the main hinge shaft along an inside of the sub-hinge cover. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet;a control unit provided on the cabinet, the control unit being configured to control operation of the refrigerator;a main door configured to open or close the cabinet, the main door having a door opening;a main hinge plate configured to couple the main door to the cabinet and comprises a main hinge shaft, the main door being configured to rotate with respect to the main hinge shaft;a main hinge cover provided on the cabinet, the main hinge cover being configured to cover the main hinge plate;a sub-door located at a front of the refrigerator and configured to open or close the door opening of the main door;a transparent panel assembly provided at the sub-door, and configured to selectively visualize an inside of the door opening, the transparent panel assembly including a display;a sub-hinge plate configured to couple the sub-door to the main door and comprises a sub-hinge shaft, the sub-door being configured to rotate with respect to the sub-hinge shaft;a sub-hinge cover provided above the sub-hinge plate, the sub-hinge cover including a cover body configured to cover the sub-hinge plate and ...

SEALING SYSTEM FOR REFRIGERATOR

The present invention discloses a sealing system for a refrigerator and, more particularly, a sealing system located between the doors of a refrigerator and its acclimatized chambers and of the kind that comprises a gasket to be inserted in a receiving channel existing also between the doors of a refrigerator and its acclimatized chambers. The sealing system for refrigerator herein reported consists of at least one gasket comprising a tubular body formed by at least one attaching end and by at least one sealing body; at least one groove defined in at least one movable door or at least one fixed cabinet; and by at least one rib defined in at least one movable door or at least one fixed cabinet. 1. A sealing system for a refrigerator , comprising at least one gasket , at least one movable door of refrigerator and at least one fixed cabinet of refrigerator , wherein it comprises:at least one gasket comprising a tubular body formed by at least one attaching appendage and by at least one sealing body; and by at least one rib defined in at least one fixed cabinet;the gasket being physically coupled to the movable door and being able to perform a hermetic sealing between at least one movable door and at least one fixed cabinet through the physical contact thereof with at least one rib.2. The system claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the gasket comprises an essentially tubular body defined by at least one attaching appendage and at least one sealing body.3. The system claim 2 , according to claim 2 , wherein the attaching appendage comprises a curved profile claim 2 , in a similar format to the “C” letter.4. The system claim 1 , according to claim 1 , wherein the gasket is attached to at least one movable door through the attaching appendage; the attaching appendage is inserted between the inner body and outer body composing the movable door.5. The system claim 2 , according to claim 2 , wherein the attaching appendage of the gasket is fitted claim 2 , in a ...

HINGE SUPPORT ASSEMBLY FOR A VACUUM INSULATED APPLIANCE CABINET

An appliance includes a cabinet having an outer wrapper, an inner liner and a trim breaker defining a joint therebetween. The outer wrapper, inner liner and trim breaker define an insulating cavity. A vacuum insulated structure is disposed within the insulating cavity. A metallic frame is in communication with the outer wrapper and includes an upper hinge mount and a lower hinge mount that are connected by a vertical frame member. The metallic frame is at least partially disposed within the insulating cavity. A door panel 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. 115-. (canceled)16. An appliance comprising:a cabinet having an outer wrapper, an inner liner and a trim breaker defining a joint between the outer wrapper and inner liner, wherein the outer wrapper, inner liner and trim breaker define an insulating cavity;a vacuum insulated structure disposed within the insulating cavity;a metallic frame in communication with the outer wrapper, wherein the metallic frame includes at least one upper hinge mount and at least one lower hinge mount that are connected by at least one vertical frame member, wherein the metallic frame is at least partially disposed within the insulating cavity; andat least one door panel rotationally mounted to the cabinet via an upper hinge mounted to the at least one upper hinge mount and a lower hinge mounted to the at least one lower hinge mount.17. The appliance of claim 16 , wherein the metallic frame includes an upper lateral frame member that defines the at least one upper hinge mount and a lower lateral frame member that defines the at least one lower hinge mount claim 16 , and wherein the at least one vertical frame member extends from the upper lateral frame member and attaches to the lower lateral frame member.18. The appliance of claim 17 , further comprising:an interior mullion extending through a central portion of the cabinet and ...

SEAL STRUCTURE OF COLD STORAGE AND COLD STORAGE

This seal structure of a cold storage comprises: a long member that has a magnetic portion configured from a magnetic material; and packing having a magnet that attracts and is attracted by the magnetic portion, a holding portion that holds the magnet, and a sealing portion that comes into close contact with the long member at a position further inward or outward of a cooling chamber than the holding portion when the cooling chamber is sealed, the packing increasing the distance between one portion of the magnet and the long member prior to increasing the distance between the other portion of the magnet and the long member during separation from the long member. 1. A sealing structure of a refrigerator , comprising:an elongated member including a magnetic part including a magnetic material;a magnet configured to be mutually attracted with the magnetic part; anda packing including a holding part configured to hold the magnet, and a sealing part configured to make intimate contact with the elongated member on inside or outside of a refrigeration compartment than the holding part when the refrigeration compartment is sealed, wherein when the packing is being separated from the elongated member, a distance between another part of the magnet and the elongated member becomes larger at an earlier timing than a distance between a part of the magnet and the elongated member.2. The sealing structure of the refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the holding part includes a protrusion located between the magnet and the elongated member and configured to make intimate contact with the elongated member.3. The sealing structure of the refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the packing has a cross-sectional shape that is asymmetric between the inside and the outside.4. The sealing structure of the refrigerator according to claim 3 , wherein the packing further includes:an attaching part configured to be attached to an attaching object; anda connecting part provided ...

COLD STORAGE

Provided is a cold storage including: a sliding door; a lower frame for guiding a lower side of the sliding door, the lower frame having a recessed part; an upper frame for guiding an upper side of the sliding door; and a first sealing member having a first attachment part, which is a portion attached to the sliding door, and a first tip-end. A cross-sectional shape of the first sealing member is an arcuate shape. The first attachment part is located at the uppermost side of the first sealing member. The first tip-end is located at the lowermost side of the first sealing member. When a wheel of the sliding door drops into the recessed part, an outer peripheral surface of the first sealing member is brought into close contact with the upper frame or the lower frame. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a sliding door including a wheel;a lower frame including a lowering part into which the wheel is lowered, the lower frame being configured to guide a lower side of the sliding door;an upper frame configured to guide an upper side of the sliding door; anda first sealing member including a first attaching part and a first end part, the first attaching part being a portion attached to the sliding door,wherein a cross-sectional shape of the first sealing member taken along a plane perpendicular to a movement direction of the sliding door is an arch shape,wherein the first attaching part is located on an uppermost side in the first sealing member,wherein the first end part is located on a lowermost side in the first sealing member, andwherein when the wheel is lowered in the lowering part, an outer peripheral surface of the first sealing member makes intimate contact with the upper frame or the lower frame.2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , further comprising a second sealing member including a second attaching part and a second end part claim 1 , the second attaching part being a portion attached to the upper frame claim 1 , wherein a cross-sectional shape of the second ...

STAGED ACCESS DOOR FOR A HOME APPLIANCE

A refrigerator that includes a cabinet housing a refrigerator compartment and having a front opening. A door provides access to the refrigerator compartment. The door includes a first section and a second section. A locking mechanism is provided for selectively securing the second section to the first section when the second section is in a closed position relative to the first section. The locking mechanism includes a handle disposed within an elongated recess of the second section. A latch hook is engageable with the handle for selectively locking the second section in the closed position relative to the first section. 1. A refrigerator comprising:a cabinet housing a refrigerator compartment and having a front opening; and a first section having an opening for receiving items, a first lateral edge and a second lateral edge, the first lateral edge being hingeably affixed to the cabinet;', 'a second section having a first lateral edge hingeably affixed to the first lateral edge of the first section and pivotal relative to the first section between a closed position wherein the opening in the first section is closed and an open position wherein the opening in the first section is accessible, the second section including an elongated recess formed in an opposite second lateral edge; and', a handle disposed within the elongated recess of the second section, and', 'a latch hook engageable with the handle for selectively locking the second section in the closed position relative to the first section., 'a locking mechanism for selectively securing the second section to the first section when the second section is in the closed position, the locking mechanism including], 'a door providing access to the refrigerator compartment, the door moveable between a closed position wherein the opening is closed and an open position wherein the refrigerator compartment is accessible, the door including2. The refrigerator according to claim 1 , wherein the handle is slideable within ...