18422585. HOME APPLIANCE simplified abstract (LG Electronics Inc.)
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HOME APPLIANCE
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HOME APPLIANCE - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18422585 titled 'HOME APPLIANCE
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a home appliance with a hinge assembly that resists the force of a door's self-weight and connects the door to the main body. The hinge assembly includes movable and fixed portions that work together to move the door in one direction.
- The home appliance includes a hinge assembly that resists the force of the door's self-weight.
- The hinge assembly connects the door to the main body of the appliance.
- It includes a movable portion that rotates with the door's movement.
- The fixed portion receives the force from the door's self-weight and converts it into a force to move the movable portion.
- The hinge assembly helps in smoothly opening and closing the door of the appliance.
Potential Applications: 1. Household appliances such as refrigerators, ovens, and cabinets. 2. Commercial appliances in restaurants, hotels, and other food service establishments. 3. Industrial equipment where doors need to be opened and closed frequently.
Problems Solved: 1. Minimizes the effort required to open and close heavy doors. 2. Prevents doors from slamming shut due to their self-weight. 3. Ensures smooth and controlled movement of doors in appliances.
Benefits: 1. Improved user experience with easier door operation. 2. Increased safety by preventing doors from closing abruptly. 3. Enhanced durability of the appliance due to reduced stress on the door mechanism.
Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized in various home, commercial, and industrial appliances to enhance user convenience, safety, and overall product durability.
Questions about the Hinge Assembly: 1. How does the hinge assembly in this home appliance differ from traditional hinges? 2. What materials are typically used in manufacturing the hinge assembly for durability and longevity?
Original Abstract Submitted
Disclosed is a home appliance including a hinge assembly that generates a force to resist a force applied by a self-weight of a door and pivotably connects the door to a main body, wherein the hinge assembly includes a movable portion rotatable in association with the pivoting of the door, and a fixed portion that receives the force applied by the self-weight of the door and converts the received force into a force to move the movable portion in one direction.
