18677649. REFRIGERATOR simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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REFRIGERATOR
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Seongchan Lee of Suwon-si (KR)
REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18677649 titled 'REFRIGERATOR
The patent application describes a refrigerator with innovative features to improve storage and access within the appliance.
- The refrigerator includes an outer case, an inner case forming a storage compartment with a guide receiving space and a guide mounting groove.
- Insulation is placed between the outer and inner cases for temperature regulation.
- Two doors, a first and a second, cover different portions of the storage compartment, with a bar rotating to cover the gap between them.
- A rotation guide on the upper portion of the storage compartment guides the bar's movement in response to door opening or closing.
- The rotation guide includes a guide body partially accommodated in the guide receiving space and a protrusion inserted into the guide mounting groove for stability.
Potential Applications: - Household refrigerators - Commercial refrigeration units - Industrial cold storage facilities
Problems Solved: - Efficient storage organization - Improved temperature control - Enhanced accessibility to stored items
Benefits: - Optimal use of storage space - Energy efficiency - Easy access to stored items
Commercial Applications: Refrigerator manufacturers can incorporate this technology to enhance the functionality and user experience of their products, appealing to consumers looking for convenient and efficient refrigeration solutions.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the rotation guide mechanism improve the functionality of the refrigerator? 2. What are the potential energy-saving benefits of this innovative refrigerator design?
Original Abstract Submitted
A refrigerator includes an outer case, an inner case forming a storage compartment and including a guide receiving space, and a guide mounting groove, an insulation between the outer and inner cases, a first door rotatably coupled to the outer case to cover a portion of the storage compartment, a second door rotatably coupled to the outer case to cover another portion of the storage compartment, a bar rotatable with one of the first and second doors and cover a gap between the first and second doors, and a rotation guide disposed on an upper portion of the storage compartment to guide the bar to allow rotation of the bar in response to opening or closing of the first or second door and including a guide body partially accommodated in the guide receiving space and a protrusion inserted into the guide mounting groove to prevent movement of the rotation guide.
