Lg electronics inc. (20240318371). LAUNDRY PROCESSING APPARATUS simplified abstract

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LAUNDRY PROCESSING APPARATUS

Organization Name

lg electronics inc.

Inventor(s)

Sungwoon Jung of Seoul (KR)

LAUNDRY PROCESSING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 20240318371 titled 'LAUNDRY PROCESSING APPARATUS

The abstract describes a laundry processing apparatus with a unique detergent supply device.

  • The laundry processing apparatus includes a cabinet, a tub, a drum, and a detergent supply device.
  • The detergent supply device consists of a storage unit for detergent, which can be introduced into or drawn out of the cabinet through a detergent opening.
  • A front case is located at the rear side of the detergent opening, accommodating a portion of the storage unit and including a rear wall through which the rest of the storage unit extends.
  • The front case features a stopper at the front side of the rear wall to limit the withdrawal distance of the storage unit within the cabinet.

Potential Applications: - This technology can be used in commercial laundry facilities, residential washing machines, and industrial laundry equipment.

Problems Solved: - The apparatus provides a convenient and efficient way to store and dispense detergent during the laundry process. - It ensures proper detergent supply without the need for manual intervention.

Benefits: - Simplifies the detergent supply process in laundry machines. - Reduces the risk of spillage and waste. - Enhances the overall efficiency of laundry operations.

Commercial Applications: - Commercial laundry facilities, residential washing machine manufacturers, industrial laundry equipment suppliers.

Questions about Laundry Processing Apparatus: 1. How does the detergent supply device improve the efficiency of laundry operations? - The detergent supply device automates the process of dispensing detergent, reducing the need for manual intervention and ensuring a consistent supply during each cycle.

2. What are the potential cost-saving benefits of implementing this laundry processing apparatus? - By reducing detergent waste and spillage, this technology can lead to cost savings for both residential and commercial users in the long run.


Original Abstract Submitted

a laundry processing apparatus is provided, and a laundry processing apparatus according to an embodiment of the present disclosure includes a cabinet, a tub, a drum, and a detergent supply device, wherein the detergent supply device includes: a storage unit in which detergent is stored and which is introduced into or drawn out of the cabinet through a detergent opening; and a front case located at a rear side of the detergent opening, having a portion of the storage unit accommodated therein, and including a rear wall through which the rest of the storage unit extends, wherein the front case includes a stopper located at a front side of the rear wall and provided to protrude toward the storage unit to limit the withdrawal distance of the storage unit having been introduced in the cabinet.