18574459. LAUNDRY TREATING APPARATUS simplified abstract (LG ELECTRONICS INC.)
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LAUNDRY TREATING APPARATUS
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LAUNDRY TREATING APPARATUS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18574459 titled 'LAUNDRY TREATING APPARATUS
Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a laundry treating apparatus with a manipulable screen interface for user interaction.
- The apparatus includes a cabinet, a rotatable drum for laundry, a manipulation unit for user input, and a screen output unit for displaying information.
- The screen allows users to select different options based on their input, with a multi-function button unit for specific targets.
Key Features and Innovation:
- Laundry treating apparatus with a user-friendly interface.
- Rotatable drum for efficient laundry treatment.
- Manipulation unit for user input.
- Screen output unit for displaying information.
- Multi-function button unit for specific screen targets.
Potential Applications: The technology can be used in household laundry machines, commercial laundry facilities, and other textile treatment applications.
Problems Solved: The technology addresses the need for a more interactive and user-friendly interface in laundry treating apparatus.
Benefits:
- Improved user experience.
- Enhanced control over laundry treatment processes.
- Efficient and effective laundry treatment.
Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in the development of smart laundry machines for both residential and commercial use, enhancing user convenience and control over laundry processes.
Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to interactive interfaces in laundry machines, user manipulation units, and screen output technologies.
Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in interactive interfaces in laundry machines, user input technologies, and smart appliance developments.
Questions about Laundry Treating Apparatus: 1. What are the potential commercial applications of this technology? 2. How does the multi-function button unit enhance user interaction with the screen interface?
Original Abstract Submitted
A laundry treating apparatus is disclosed. The laundry treating apparatus according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a cabinet; a drum disposed in the cabinet and arranged to be rotatable, laundry being accommodated in the drum; a manipulation unit arranged in the cabinet and manipulated by a user to generate a manipulation signal; and a screen output unit arranged in the cabinet so as to output a screen for providing information to the user, wherein: the screen output unit is arranged to output a screen on which any one of multiple targets is selected on the basis of the manipulation signal; and the manipulation unit comprises a multi-function button unit that is activated only for some of the multiple targets in the screen output unit.
