18065967. ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDING THE SAME simplified abstract (LG ELECTRONICS INC.)
ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDING THE SAME
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ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDING THE SAME - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18065967 titled 'ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR INCLUDING THE SAME
Simplified Explanation
The abstract describes a refrigerator with an ice tray and an ejector mechanism, as well as a control method for the refrigerator. The control method involves sensing the position of the ejector, driving a heater and stopping the ice making compartment fan based on the ejector's position, and stopping the heater once the ejector reaches a certain position. The ejector continues to rotate during these steps.
- The refrigerator includes an ice tray, motor, ejector, and heater.
- The control method involves sensing the position of the ejector.
- The heater is driven and the ice making compartment fan is stopped based on the ejector's position.
- The heater is stopped once the ejector reaches a specific position.
- The ejector continues to rotate throughout the process.
Potential Applications
This technology can be applied in various refrigeration systems, particularly those with ice-making capabilities. It can be used in both residential and commercial refrigerators.
Problems Solved
1. Efficient ice making: The control method ensures that the heater and fan are used optimally to produce ice in the tray. 2. Ejector position monitoring: By sensing the position of the ejector, the control method can accurately determine when to start and stop the heater, improving ice-making efficiency.
Benefits
1. Energy savings: By stopping the heater and fan when not needed, the refrigerator can save energy during the ice-making process. 2. Improved ice production: The control method ensures that the ice tray is heated and cooled at the right times, resulting in better ice production. 3. Enhanced reliability: The monitoring of the ejector position allows for precise control, reducing the chances of malfunctions and improving the overall reliability of the refrigerator.
Original Abstract Submitted
A refrigerator includes an ice tray, a motor, an ejector including a rotary shaft and a protrusion pin, and a heater for selectively supplying heat to the ice tray. A control method of the refrigerator includes a first step of sensing whether the ejector is rotated to reach a first setup position; a second step of driving the heater and stopping driving of an ice making compartment fan if the first step is satisfied; a third step of determining whether the ejector is rotated to reach a second setup position; and a fourth step of stopping driving of the heater if the third step is satisfied, and wherein the ejector continues to be rotated while the second to fourth steps are implemented.
