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 20240263857 titled 'ICE MAKER AND REFRIGERATOR

Simplified Explanation: The ice maker of a refrigerator has an upper assembly with hemispherical ice making chambers, a lower assembly that rotates to discharge ice pieces, and a lower ejector unit to push the ice out.

Key Features and Innovation:

Upper tray with hemispherical ice making chambers
Lower assembly rotates to discharge ice pieces
Lower ejector unit pushes ice out of the chambers
Deformable portion on lower tray aids in ice discharge

Potential Applications: This technology can be used in various refrigeration systems, ice makers, and appliances requiring ice production.

Problems Solved: This innovation addresses the efficient and effective production and discharge of ice pieces in a refrigerator ice maker.

Benefits:

Improved ice making process
Enhanced user experience
Efficient ice discharge mechanism

Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in commercial refrigeration systems, ice making machines, and household appliances, enhancing their performance and user satisfaction.

Prior Art: Readers can explore prior patents related to ice maker mechanisms, rotating assemblies, and ice discharge units to understand the evolution of this technology.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in ice maker technology, rotating mechanisms, and ice discharge systems to enhance the efficiency and functionality of refrigeration appliances.

Questions about Ice Maker Technology: 1. What are the key components of an ice maker in a refrigerator? 2. How does the rotation of the lower assembly aid in discharging ice pieces?

Original Abstract Submitted

an ice maker of a refrigerator includes an upper assembly having an upper tray that defines upper portions of a plurality of hemispherical ice making chambers. the ice maker also includes a lower assembly located vertically below the upper assembly and configured rotate relative to the upper assembly about a rotation shaft and having lower tray that defines lower portions of the plurality of hemispherical ice making chambers. the ice maker also includes a lower ejector unit that is located vertically below the lower tray and that is configured to, based on the lower assembly rotating away from the upper assembly, push the lower tray through the lower support to thereby discharge the ice piece from the ice making chamber. the lower tray includes a deformable portion at each of the plurality of ice making chambers that is configured to be pushed by the lower ejector unit.