REFRIGERATOR

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REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240240848 titled 'REFRIGERATOR

The abstract describes a patent application for a refrigerator with a unique door design.

The door of the refrigerator is made of a front panel and a rear panel, both transparent.
A door liner and insulating material fill the space between the panels.
A lighting device behind the door illuminates the interior of the refrigerator.
A light case connected to the door liner houses the lighting device and blocks the insulating material.
The light case creates a recess space for the lighting device.

Potential Applications: - This technology could be applied to other appliances with transparent doors for improved visibility. - It could enhance the user experience in refrigerators by providing better lighting and insulation.

Problems Solved: - The design solves the issue of poor visibility in refrigerators with opaque doors. - It addresses the need for efficient lighting and insulation in refrigerators.

Benefits: - Improved visibility and aesthetics in refrigerators. - Better lighting for the contents of the refrigerator. - Enhanced insulation for energy efficiency.

Commercial Applications: Refrigerator manufacturers could use this technology to create more attractive and functional products for consumers. The innovation could differentiate their products in the market and attract customers looking for modern and efficient appliances.

Questions about the technology: 1. How does the transparent door design improve the user experience in a refrigerator?

  - The transparent door allows for better visibility of the contents inside the refrigerator, making it easier for users to locate items.

2. What are the energy-saving benefits of the lighting device and insulation in this refrigerator design?

  - The lighting device provides efficient illumination, reducing the need for users to keep the door open for extended periods, thus saving energy.

Original Abstract Submitted

a refrigerator includes a cabinet having a storage space, and a door configured to open and close the storage space. the door includes a panel assembly including a front panel that defines a front surface of the door and is made of a transparent material, and a rear panel disposed behind the front panel and made of a transparent material, a door liner that defines a rear surface of the door and a liner opening shielded by the rear panel, an insulating material filled into a space between a perimeter of the panel assembly and the door liner, a lighting device configured to illuminate a space behind the door, and a light case coupled to the door liner. the light case connects the rear panel to the door liner, blocks an inflow of the insulating material, and defines a recess space accommodating the lighting device.