18528063. ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR simplified abstract (LG ELECTRONICS INC.)
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ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR
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ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18528063 titled 'ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR
Simplified Explanation
The ice maker described in the abstract consists of an upper tray, a lower tray, upper and lower heaters, and a unique positioning of the heating elements to optimize ice making.
- Upper tray defining an upper chamber that is part of the ice chamber
- Lower tray rotatable relative to the upper tray, defining a lower chamber that is another part of the ice chamber
- Upper heater providing heat to the upper chamber
- Lower heater providing heat to the lower chamber
- Specific positioning of the heating elements for efficient ice making
Potential Applications
The technology could be applied in residential refrigerators, commercial ice machines, and portable ice makers.
Problems Solved
This innovation solves the problem of inefficient ice making by strategically positioning the heating elements to optimize the process.
Benefits
The benefits of this technology include faster ice making, energy efficiency, and improved ice quality.
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology could be utilized in the food and beverage industry, hospitality sector, and residential appliance market.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be traditional ice maker designs with less efficient heating element positioning.
Unanswered Questions
How does this ice maker compare to traditional ice makers in terms of energy efficiency?
The energy efficiency of this ice maker compared to traditional models is not explicitly addressed in the abstract. It would be interesting to know if this design leads to energy savings in the ice making process.
What is the expected lifespan of this ice maker compared to conventional models?
The abstract does not mention anything about the lifespan of this ice maker. It would be valuable to understand if this innovative design has any impact on the longevity of the appliance.
Original Abstract Submitted
An ice maker of the present invention comprises: an upper tray defining an upper chamber that is a portion of an ice chamber; a lower tray rotatable relative to the upper tray and defining a lower chamber that is another portion of the ice chamber, wherein the lower chamber is disposed under the upper chamber; an upper heater disposed around the upper tray, for providing heat to the upper chamber; and a lower heater disposed around the lower tray, for providing heat to the lower chamber, wherein in an ice making position, a distance from a horizontal central line passing a contact surface of the upper tray and the lower tray to the upper heater is shorter than a distance from the horizontal central line to the lower heater.
