18402314. REFRIGERATOR simplified abstract (LG Electronics Inc.)
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REFRIGERATOR
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REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18402314 titled 'REFRIGERATOR
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a patent application for a refrigerator with a unique ice making and dispensing system. Here is a simplified explanation of the patent:
- The refrigerator has two tray assemblies that form an ice making cell.
- A heater is placed near the trays to help release the ice.
- A controller manages the heater's operation.
- A pusher with a bar and edge is used to separate the ice from the trays.
- The pusher is connected to the second tray assembly, which can be moved by the controller to change its position relative to the pusher.
Potential Applications: This technology could be applied in commercial refrigeration units, ice makers, and other appliances that require efficient ice making and dispensing systems.
Problems Solved: This innovation solves the issue of ice sticking to tray assemblies in refrigerators, making it easier for users to access and dispense ice.
Benefits: The benefits of this technology include improved ice making efficiency, easier ice removal, and potentially reducing maintenance needs for the refrigerator.
Potential Commercial Applications: "Revolutionizing Ice Making and Dispensing in Refrigerators: A Breakthrough Technology"
Possible Prior Art: One possible prior art could be traditional ice making systems in refrigerators that do not have a pusher mechanism to separate the ice from the trays.
Unanswered Questions: 1. How does the controller determine when to move the pusher or the second tray assembly? 2. Are there any safety features in place to prevent accidents when the pusher is in operation?
Original Abstract Submitted
A refrigerator includes a first tray assembly defining a portion of an ice making cell, a second tray assembly defining another portion of the ice making cell, a heater disposed adjacent to at least one of the first and second tray assemblies, and a controller configured to control the heater. The refrigerator further includes a pusher having a first edge pressing the ice or at least one of the first and second tray assemblies to separate the ice from the tray assemblies, a bar extending from the first edge, and a second edge disposed at the end of the bar. The second tray assembly includes a first coupling part connected to the pusher and a second coupling part connected to the driver. The controller moves at least one of the pusher and the second tray assembly to change a relative position between the pusher and the second tray assembly.
