18525526. WASHING MACHINE simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
Contents
- 1 WASHING MACHINE
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 WASHING MACHINE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
WASHING MACHINE
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
WASHING MACHINE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18525526 titled 'WASHING MACHINE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a washing machine with a unique friction member design to improve stability and reduce noise during operation.
- The washing machine includes a cabinet, tub, rotating tub, shaft, motor, drip pan, and friction member.
- The friction member is mounted on the shaft and has a curved surface that contacts the drip pan to reduce noise and improve stability.
- The friction member consists of a first portion secured to the shaft and a second portion with the curved surface.
Potential Applications
The technology described in this patent application could be applied to various types of washing machines and other rotating machinery to improve stability and reduce noise during operation.
Problems Solved
1. Noise reduction during washing machine operation. 2. Improved stability of the rotating tub within the cabinet.
Benefits
1. Enhanced user experience with quieter washing machine operation. 2. Longer lifespan of the washing machine components due to reduced vibration.
Potential Commercial Applications
"Friction Member Design for Noise Reduction in Washing Machines" could be used in the development of new washing machine models by manufacturers looking to improve the performance and user experience of their products.
Possible Prior Art
There may be prior art related to noise reduction and stability improvements in washing machines, but without specific knowledge of existing patents, it is difficult to provide examples in this context.
Unanswered Questions
How does the design of the friction member impact the overall efficiency of the washing machine?
The article does not delve into the potential effects of the friction member design on the energy consumption or water usage of the washing machine.
Are there any potential drawbacks or limitations to this friction member design?
The article does not address any possible downsides or constraints associated with implementing this specific friction member design in washing machines.
Original Abstract Submitted
Disclosed herein is a washing machine including a cabinet, a tub provided in the cabinet, a rotating tub rotatably provided in the tub, a shaft connected to rotate the rotating tub, a motor configured to rotate the shaft and including a rotor and a stator, a drip pan disposed at a lower end of the cabinet, and a friction member mounted on a lower end of the shaft and configured to contact with at least one surface of the drip pan, wherein the friction member includes a first portion secured to the shaft, a second portion connected to the first portion and having a curved surface in contact with the at least one surface of the drip pan.
