18650753. REFRIGERATOR simplified abstract (Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.)
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REFRIGERATOR
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Youngkyun Jeong of Suwon-si (KR)
REFRIGERATOR - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18650753 titled 'REFRIGERATOR
The abstract describes a refrigerator with a unique stacking mechanism, including a support module that allows a second refrigerator to be stacked on top of the first one.
- The refrigerator includes a first refrigerator and a second refrigerator that can be stacked on top of the first one.
- The second refrigerator has a caster on its rear lower side for easy mobility.
- A support module is placed between the first and second refrigerators to facilitate stacking.
- The support module consists of a main plate, a leg, a guide plate, and a guide lever to support the second refrigerator and allow vertical movement of the caster.
Potential Applications: - This stacking mechanism can be useful in commercial kitchens or food storage facilities where space is limited. - It can also be beneficial in residential settings where extra refrigeration space is needed.
Problems Solved: - The innovation addresses the issue of limited space by providing a convenient stacking solution for refrigerators.
Benefits: - Efficient use of space in various settings. - Easy mobility with the caster on the second refrigerator. - Versatile storage options for different needs.
Commercial Applications: - The technology can be applied in restaurants, hotels, catering services, and households where space optimization is crucial for storage and organization.
Questions about the Stacking Refrigerator: 1. How does the support module facilitate the stacking of the second refrigerator?
- The support module includes a main plate, a leg, a guide plate, and a guide lever to support and allow vertical movement of the caster on the second refrigerator.
2. What are the potential benefits of using a stackable refrigerator system?
- The benefits include efficient space utilization, easy mobility, and versatile storage options for various settings.
Original Abstract Submitted
A refrigerator according to an embodiment of the disclosure includes a first refrigerator, a second refrigerator stackable on an upper side of the first refrigerator and including a caster disposed on a rear lower side thereof, and a support module disposed between the first refrigerator and the second refrigerator to allow the second refrigerator to be stacked on an upper side of the first refrigerator, wherein the support module includes a main plate coupled to an upper wall of the first refrigerator, a leg disposed on a front side of the main plate to support a front lower side of the second refrigerator, a guide plate coupled to a rear side of the main plate, and a guide lever vertically movably coupled to the guide plate so as to support the caster to move vertically.
