Samsung electronics co., ltd. (20240133109). DRUM-TYPE WASHING MACHINE HAVING SOFTENING APPARATUS simplified abstract
Contents
- 1 DRUM-TYPE WASHING MACHINE HAVING SOFTENING APPARATUS
- 1.1 Organization Name
- 1.2 Inventor(s)
- 1.3 DRUM-TYPE WASHING MACHINE HAVING SOFTENING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
- 1.4 Simplified Explanation
- 1.5 Potential Applications
- 1.6 Problems Solved
- 1.7 Benefits
- 1.8 Potential Commercial Applications
- 1.9 Possible Prior Art
- 1.10 Unanswered Questions
- 1.11 Original Abstract Submitted
DRUM-TYPE WASHING MACHINE HAVING SOFTENING APPARATUS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Atsushi Ohyagi of Yokohama (JP)
Hitoshi Minai of Yokohama (JP)
Tomoyuki Okuno of Yokohama (JP)
DRUM-TYPE WASHING MACHINE HAVING SOFTENING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240133109 titled 'DRUM-TYPE WASHING MACHINE HAVING SOFTENING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation
The disclosed drum-type washing machine with a softening apparatus includes a water tank with a rotating drum, a case for the water tank, and a softening apparatus with a hardness component remover and a regeneration agent accommodation unit.
- The washing machine has a cylindrical water tank for laundry and a rotating drum.
- The softening apparatus includes a hardness component remover to remove hardness components from washing water.
- The regeneration agent accommodation unit is located opposite the hardness component remover and accommodates a regeneration agent to restore the function of the hardness component remover.
Potential Applications
The technology can be applied in household washing machines, commercial laundry facilities, and industrial washing systems.
Problems Solved
The technology helps in removing hardness components from washing water, leading to cleaner and softer laundry.
Benefits
The washing machine with the softening apparatus provides improved cleaning performance, softer laundry, and reduced wear on fabrics.
Potential Commercial Applications
The technology can be used in the manufacturing of washing machines for residential, commercial, and industrial use.
Possible Prior Art
One possible prior art could be the use of water softeners in washing machines to improve cleaning efficiency and prolong the life of fabrics.
Unanswered Questions
How does the regeneration agent work to restore the function of the hardness component remover?
The regeneration agent is designed to replenish the capacity of the hardness component remover to continue effectively removing hardness components from washing water.
Are there any specific types of regeneration agents recommended for use in this technology?
The specific types of regeneration agents may vary depending on the design and materials used in the hardness component remover, but generally, they are formulated to recharge the remover's capacity efficiently.
Original Abstract Submitted
a disclosed drum-type washing machine having a softening apparatus comprises: a cylindrical water tank accommodating laundry and having a rotating drum; a case for accommodating the water tank; and a softening apparatus having a hardness component remover for removing hardness components from washing water, and a regeneration agent accommodation unit spaced apart from the hardness component remover on opposite sides from a center of the tub, and for accommodating a regeneration agent that regenerates a function of the hardness component remover.
