18663442. Refrigerator simplified abstract (LG ELECTRONICS INC.)
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Refrigerator - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18663442 titled 'Refrigerator
The patent application describes a refrigerator with innovative features such as an ice maker and dispenser located on the refrigerator compartment door, a main water tank for cooling water, a water purifying device, a sub-water tank for additional water cooling, and a water supply path connecting these components.
- Ice maker and dispenser located on the refrigerator compartment door
- Main water tank for cooling water
- Water purifying device for purifying water
- Sub-water tank for additional water cooling
- Water supply path connecting components
Potential Applications: - Residential refrigerators - Commercial refrigeration units - Beverage coolers
Problems Solved: - Providing easy access to ice and water - Ensuring water is cool and purified - Efficient water cooling system
Benefits: - Convenient ice and water access - Improved water quality - Energy-efficient cooling system
Commercial Applications: Title: Innovative Refrigerator Technology for Enhanced Water and Ice Features This technology can be used in various commercial refrigeration units, such as beverage coolers in restaurants, hotels, and convenience stores, to provide customers with easy access to cool, purified water and ice.
Questions about the technology: 1. How does the water purifying device work to ensure water quality? The water purifying device uses a filtration system to remove impurities and contaminants from the water, ensuring it is clean and safe for consumption.
2. What sets this refrigerator apart from traditional models in terms of water and ice features? This refrigerator stands out due to its innovative design that integrates the ice maker, dispenser, water cooling system, and purification device for enhanced functionality and convenience.
Original Abstract Submitted
A refrigerator includes a cabinet that includes a refrigerator compartment and a freezer compartment. The refrigerator includes a refrigerator compartment door that is located at a left or a right side of the refrigerator compartment, wherein an ice maker and a dispenser are located at the refrigerator compartment door. The refrigerator includes a main water tank that is located in the refrigerator compartment, and that is configured to cool water. The refrigerator includes a water purifying device that is located at the cabinet, and that is configured to purify water. The refrigerator includes a sub-water tank that is located on the refrigerator compartment door, and that is configured to additionally cool water cooled by the main water tank. The refrigerator includes a water supply path that is defined by connections between the water purifying device, the main water tank, the sub-water tank, the dispenser, and the ice maker.
