20240027124. REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE simplified abstract (LG Electronics Inc.)
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REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE
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REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240027124 titled 'REFRIGERATOR AND HOME APPLIANCE
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes a home appliance with a storage space and a door that opens and closes the storage space. The door includes a panel assembly that defines the front surface of the door. The panel assembly includes a panel, a lighting device, and a separation portion. The lighting device has light sources that emit light towards the panel, and the separation portion is placed between the panel and the lighting device.
- The home appliance has a storage space with a door that can be opened and closed.
- The door has a panel assembly that defines the front surface of the door.
- The panel assembly includes a panel, a lighting device, and a separation portion.
- The lighting device has multiple light sources that emit light towards the panel.
- The separation portion is placed between the panel and the lighting device.
Potential applications of this technology:
- Home appliances with illuminated doors, such as refrigerators or cabinets.
- Display cases or shelves with illuminated doors for showcasing products.
Problems solved by this technology:
- Provides a visually appealing and illuminated front surface for the door.
- Ensures that the light sources do not directly contact the panel, preventing damage or interference.
Benefits of this technology:
- Enhances the aesthetic appeal of the home appliance.
- Provides better visibility of the contents inside the storage space.
- Protects the panel from potential damage caused by direct contact with the light sources.
Original Abstract Submitted
a home appliance includes: a cabinet defining a storage space, and a door configured to open and close the storage space. the door includes a door body, and a panel assembly disposed at the door body and defining a front surface of the door. the panel assembly includes a panel defining the front surface of the door, a lighting device having a size corresponding to a size of the panel and comprising a plurality of light sources configured to emit light toward the panel, and a separation portion provided between the panel and the lighting device, where the separation portion is configured to, based on being contacted with a rear surface of the panel, be spaced apart from the light source.
