18242400. REFRIGERATOR simplified abstract (LG ELECTRONICS INC.)
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REFRIGERATOR
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Myeongseong Park of Seoul (KR)
REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18242400 titled 'REFRIGERATOR
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a refrigerator with a door that has a detachable panel assembly. The panel assembly includes a panel that defines the outer appearance of the door and an insertion protrusion that is inserted into the front surface of the door to secure the panel. The insertion protrusion extends from the outside of a recessed handle in a direction that crosses the handle.
- The refrigerator has a detachable panel assembly for the door.
- The panel assembly includes a panel and an insertion protrusion.
- The panel defines the outer appearance of the door.
- The insertion protrusion is inserted into the front surface of the door to secure the panel.
- The insertion protrusion extends from the outside of a recessed handle in a direction that crosses the handle.
Potential applications of this technology:
- This technology can be used in various types of refrigerators, both for residential and commercial purposes.
- It can also be applied to other appliances with doors that require customizable or interchangeable panels.
Problems solved by this technology:
- The detachable panel assembly allows for easy customization and replacement of the door panel, providing flexibility in design and aesthetics.
- The insertion protrusion ensures a secure attachment of the panel to the door, preventing it from coming loose or falling off.
Benefits of this technology:
- The ability to easily change the panel allows consumers to update the appearance of their refrigerator without having to purchase a new appliance.
- The secure attachment of the panel ensures durability and longevity of the door's appearance.
- The technology provides a simplified and efficient way to customize and personalize the refrigerator's design.
Original Abstract Submitted
A refrigerator includes a cabinet and a door. The door includes a door body including a door liner, a front plate, a cap decor connected to the door liner and the front plate and having a recessed handle, and an insulator filled between the door liner, the front plate, and the cap decor. The door includes a panel assembly detachably mounted on a front surface of the door body and defining a front surface of the door. The panel assembly includes a panel defining an outer appearance of the front surface of the door and an insertion protrusion protruding backward from the panel and inserted into a front surface of the cap decor when the panel is mounted to restrict the panel assembly. The insertion protrusion extends from the outside of a recessed space of the handle in a direction crossing the recessed space.
